Easy Gratitude Skittles Game For Colorful Fun That Sparks Joy

Who knew a bag of Skittles could spark so much gratitude?

This simple gratitude skittles game turns colorful candies into conversation starters. It helps kids (and adults!) notice their blessings and share what they’re thankful for in a fun, lighthearted way.

It’s perfect for:

• family nights
• classrooms
• around the Thanksgiving table

The free printable is a sweet reminder that gratitude can be both meaningful and fun! You’ll find it at the bottom of the post.

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Supplies You Need

To get started, gather the following:

• A bag of Skittles in classic colors (you can also give each person a fun-size pack)
• The free printable Gratitude Skittles Game (found at the bottom of this post)
• A bowl or cup (optional)

What if you don’t want to use Skittles?

This game can be played many different ways! You can substitute:

• pieces of paper
• craft sticks
• straws
• pom-poms
• dot stickers
• dot markers
• Play-Doh rolled into small balls
• M&Ms

How to Play The Gratitude Skittles Game

There are two ways to play:

1. Pass out your Skittles. Each person picks out one or two skittles. Based on the color picked, they share the corresponding thing they are thankful for.

2 – Dump an entire bag of Skittles into a cup or bowl. Pass the cup around and have players pick a candy without looking. Based on the color picked, they share the corresponding thing they are thankful for.

• Red: Name a person you are thankful for.
• Green: Name a place that lifts your mood or feels like home.
• Yellow: Name something small but mighty that brightens your day.
• Purple: Name an adventure (big or small) that you’ll never forget.
• Orange: Name something you’d miss dearly if it disappeared tomorrow.

Grab the Gratitude Skittles Game Printable

Download your free printable game sheet below and get started with this colorful family favorite.

Pro Tip: Print on white cardstock for added durability. Store in a plastic sleeve and reuse year after year!

More Grateful Fun

Looking for more ways to count your blessings? Check out these ideas next:

• Free Thankful Turkey Printable
• Free Thanksgiving Placemat
• 30 Day Gratitude Challenge
• Easy Gratitude Activities You’ll Love
• Free Thankful Conversation Starters for Dinner Table Fun

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