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Thanksgiving Activity

5 Kernels and the Meaning of Thanksgiving

Needed:

5 kernels of candy corn in a sandwich bag tied closed with a fall colored ribbon.

Message: The first winter the pilgrims spent in America was very cold. Some
days, all they had was enough for each person to have only 5 kernels of corn.

When spring came, the pilgrims planted their corn and it grew so they had a lot
of food the next year. From then on at Thanksgiving, the pilgrims each kept five
kernels of corn at their plates to remind them of God’s

provision. This candy corn reminds us of the meaning
of Thanksgiving also. Each kernel of corn can remind
us of the meanings.

1-The first kernel of corn reminds us that God loves us.

2-The second kernel reminds us that God provides for all our needs.

3-The third kernel reminds us of the friends God has given us.

4- The fourth kernel reminds us of all the people God has given us who love us.

5-The fifth kernel reminds us that God hears our prayers and answers us.

Prayer:

God, Thank you for providing all our needs and for loving us.
We love you. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

*Blessing Basket*

Set out a pretty fall basket with a pencil and notepad inside. Throughout the

month, encourage family members to jot down ways God has blessed them. Small
children can draw or cut out pictures from magazines. Set aside
time on Thanksgiving to read them together.

*Let your Light Shine*

Give an unlit votive candle in a holder to each person pairing
children with an adult. Begin by lighting your own candle and thanking God for
specific blessings. Then, continue the process around the table until all candles

are lit. Lead your family in a candle light service of Thanksgiving!

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