Teaching Children Gratitude with Free Bible Verse Thanksgiving Printables

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year, not just for the food and family gatherings, but for the reminder to slow down and give thanks for all that God has blessed us with. As parents and teachers, this season gives us a beautiful opportunity to help little ones understand the heart of gratitude and where it truly comes from.

To make this lesson fun and meaningful for young children, I created a few Free Bible Verse Thanksgiving Coloring Pages and Printables that focus on giving thanks to God. These are perfect for preschoolers and early learners, whether you use them in Sunday School, at home, or in the classroom.

🦃 Why Teaching Gratitude Matters

Gratitude is more than just good manners; it’s a heart posture that helps children see God’s goodness in everyday life. When kids learn to say, “thank you,” they’re not just being polite; they’re recognizing that every good thing they have comes from God (James 1:17).

Starting early helps children grow into thankful adults who appreciate both the little blessings and the big ones. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reinforce that message, and adding a hands-on activity like coloring or crafting helps those lessons sink in.

✝️ Free Thanksgiving Bible Verse Printables

These free Thanksgiving printables are designed especially for preschoolers and kindergartners, with simple line art and easy-to-read Bible verses that remind us to give thanks to the Lord.

Here are the verses included:

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.” — Psalm 136:1-3

Each printable is perfect for coloring and can be used as a Thanksgiving placemat, a quiet classroom activity, or even part of a gratitude lesson at home.

👉 Download your free Thanksgiving Bible verse coloring sheets here!

🍁 Ways to Use These Printables

Here are a few fun and faith-filled ways to use these Thanksgiving printables:

Classroom Gratitude Wall – After coloring, hang your students’ pages on the wall or bulletin board to create a “Wall of Thanks.”

Family Devotional Craft – Read the verse together, talk about what it means, and let your child color while you discuss what they’re thankful for.

Thanksgiving Table Decor – Use these as placemats for your holiday meal! Kids will love seeing their artwork displayed alongside the feast.

Church or Sunday School Activity – These are great for a last-minute printable lesson or take-home project.

🌻 Building a Heart of Thanks

Children learn gratitude not just by hearing about it, but by living it. When we model thankfulness in our own words and actions, our kids naturally pick it up. Encourage your children to thank God for the big things (like family and friends) and the small things (like warm blankets or their favorite snack).

As they color their pages, talk about how we can give thanks in every situation, just like the Bible teaches us. Even when things don’t go our way, God is still good, and there’s always something to be grateful for.

💛 Final Thoughts

These Thanksgiving Bible verse coloring sheets are a simple, meaningful way to keep Christ at the center of your family’s Thanksgiving celebration. They combine creativity, scripture, and gratitude all in one easy printable activity.

Download yours today and make gratitude a hands-on lesson your little ones will remember!

👉 Click here to download your Free Bible Verse Thanksgiving Printables!

Written by Diana Chastain from Nanny to Mommy

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