Free Thanksgiving Memory Game You’ll Want to Play Again & Again
This Thanksgiving Memory Game is the perfect way to keep little hands busy and big smiles shining. Whether you’re waiting for pie or hanging out after dinner, this fun game helps kids stay entertained.
Get ready for giggles, gobbles, and a little friendly competition!
The Objective of the Game
The goal is to use your memory skills to find and match pairs of Thanksgiving-themed cards. The player with the most matches at the end wins!
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Thanksgiving Memory Game Supplies Needed
To play memory, collect the following items:
- Themed memory cards ((This free file is big. So, sign up using the specific sign-up below to snag the FREE cards. Or you can make your own using stickers).
- Prizes: Select small prizes for winners (ideas below!)
How to Play The Thanksgiving Memory Game
Luckily, this game is easy to play!
1. Cut out your memory cards and mix them up well.
2. Lay all the memory cards face down in a grid on the table or floor.
3. Players Take Turns. Each player flips over two cards, trying to find a matching pair.
- If the cards match, the player keeps the pair and gets another turn.
- If they don’t match, the cards are flipped back over, and the next player takes their turn.
Players should pay attention to the cards revealed during other players’ turns to improve their chances of finding a match.
4. Continue until all pairs are found. The player with the most pairs wins!
Cute Game Prizes for All Ages
Some hosts choose to give fun prizes to winners. This makes the game even more exciting, while encouraging friendly competition.
Here are a few fun ideas:
- Coupons for a fun activity
- Thanksgiving Stickers
- Thanksgiving Erasers or Pencils
- Fall Slime
- Fall-Themed Coloring Book
Free Printable Thanksgiving Memory Game Cards
Grab the free printables below!
Pro Tip: Print on white or colored cardstock to make them more durable. This also ensures that you can’t see through the cards!
Thanksgiving Memory Variation For Older Kids
For older kids and teens, make the game more challenging by adding Thanksgiving trivia questions. Each player has to answer a question before flipping over their two cards.
Love this game? Don’t miss the Christmas Edition of Memory too!
More Thanksgiving Fun You’ll Love…
Thanksgiving is such a fun time to play, laugh, and connect. Don’t miss:
- Funny Thanksgiving 5 Second Game
- Free Thanksgiving Bingo
- Thanksgiving Family Feud
- Printable Thanksgiving Treasure Hunt Kids Will Love
- Best Thanksgiving Games for Kids
- Free Printable Placemats for Kids
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Hi Jane, it looks like it was sent to you and opened today. The printables will be near the top of the email highlighted in blue. If you still don’t see it, let me know and I can send you a copy through my personal email.
Hi, I don’t see the the link for the Thanksgiving memory game . Would like to print for my grandkids. PLease send to email. Thank-you
Check your email inbox Denice 🙂
We are celebrating our family thanksgiving today… Hoping that you check your emails, and I can get your great downloads for some family fun!
Enjoy the games with your family, Debbie!