Thanksgiving Classroom Decor

Thanksgiving classroom decor ideas? Do not mind if we DO! Omigosh. Let’s absolutely go down this train of thought. November is not forgotten over here. Not even in the slightest.

Happy November, Spiriteds! Is this where I confess November is one of my favorite months? I absolutely fangirl over the month. I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s because we have a family birthday this month? Probably. But I felt this way long before I had a family of my own. Growing up I had a friend whose birthday is in November, and her mom would go all out on birthday celebrations. There was always the question of whether she’d have a warm fall birthday or a beautiful snow-covered birthday. And there was the anticipation of Thanksgiving break, good food, and family together time. 

Perhaps the start of November represented anticipation about all the festive frivolity that was in store while at the same time reminding me it was okay to slow down and savor autumnal moments. I think that might be it. And I still feel that way today. I really do love November. If you’re the same, then you’re n the right place.

I’ve got Thanksgiving classroom decor materials for you that are simple, beautiful, and as festive or as low-key as you want them to be. You get to decide how November looks in your classroom. And I can’t wait to see what you craft for yourself and your students. They are certainly lucky to have you.

Thanksgiving classroom decor

Welcome your students each day with Thanksgiving Google Slides templates. In addition to subject-specific slides, here is a sampling of other headings you’ll find in the digital classroom resource:

• Good morning!
• Welcome to Class!
• Announcements
• Our Schedule
• When You Finish
• One More Thing
• Highlights
• Reminders
• To do:
• Student Spotlight

Text editable slides are also included. This charming slides set comes as a stand-alone item or as part of the Google Slides Templates Bundle {Seasonal}.

Keep your classroom website fresh and engaging with Thanksgiving Google Sites Templates. I have to say, the simple but welcoming headers are some of my favorites. Can a website feel cozy? Based on this design, I say YES. In this digital classroom resource you’ll receive:

• Text editable circle buttons
• Text Editable square buttons
• BLANK square buttons
• BLANK circle buttons
• Pre-filled headers
• Text editable headers
• Pre-filled logo buttons
• Text editable logo buttons
• BLANK logo buttons

Please note, you’ll receive PNG files you can upload to an existing classroom website. If you like to change your classroom website periodically, then check out the Google Sites Template BUNDLE {Seasonal}. It’s a great way to keep your classroom website looking fresh without having to completely revamp content!

Thanksgiving color schemes

I had so much fun putting together color combos for this Thanksgiving classroom decor. The colors I used include:

• Bright red
• Dark red
• Grass green
• Bright pumpkin orange

But here’s the thing. You can accent with similar colors without having to match everything exactly so. For example, light green will look lovely next to the darker green found in the theme. And because there’s a bright red and a darker, brownish red, you can work with colors on opposite ends of both of those. As for orange, pair it with yellow. And then once you’ve done that, just throw everything together. How’s that for super-professional design advice?

Giving thanks classroom bulletin board

This Thanksgiving Bulletin Board kit works really well in more than just the month of November. If you have a fall theme going, then this set will blend right in. 

Wood grain bulletin board paper would look lovely with this set. I paired my bulletin board posters not only with wood grain bulletin board paper but also a eucalyptus-colored scalloped border. Simple, no-fuss, and effective. String bunting from the Thanksgiving Bulletin Board set across the top of your bulletin board.  Use the scale function in your printer’s dialogue box to adjust the poster and bunting sizes up or down. Or do what I did and use the bunting to decorate your desk (or some other area of your classroom). 

Clip the bunting to twine using clothespins or paper clips. Another option: if you have a hole punch that isn’t too big or too small, punch holes in each piece of bunting and thread string or twine through each one.

The Thanksgiving Bulletin Board is available as a stand-alone set or as part of the MEGA Bulletin Board Bundle!

Thanksgiving teacher binder covers

I especially love the Thanksgiving teacher binder covers, spines, desk name plates, circle tags, and table numbers because in addition to being super-functional, the resources in this product can double as decor items. Use the circle tags as another bunting option. Or use them as part of a door display. 

As for the super-functional part, the teacher binders come in not only a text editable PowerPoint format but also with a few of the following pre-filled options:

• Teacher Binder
• Student Binder
• Sub Binder
• Weekly Plans
• Monthly Calendar
• Teacher Meetings
• Notes
• Student Info

Additionally, there are subject-specific binder covers.  Ooh, and if you decide you’d like to change out your classroom organization materials with each season, then you might like the Seasonal Teacher Binder Covers Bundle! Also, the super-cute fonts in this Thanksgiving binder covers product are too cute not to enjoy. There are two versions of font combos in the product. So if you’re feeling like a turkey and whimsical, there’s a font combo for that. And if you’re feeling more like a “script-y” font combo is up your alley, then there’s a combo for that, too.

Thanksgiving classroom decor on a budget

So how do you get your Thanksgiving classroom decor ON without breaking the bank? I have a few ideas for that! 

• Repurpose content you buy or already have. Does your decor come with bunting? What about little tags or cards? If so, print several copies, string them together, and decorate throughout your room without buying extra decor pieces. Do you decorate for fall? If you do, then look for a Thanksgiving theme that matches or complements the fall color scheme you have going.
• Shop your house (and even your yard). Wicker baskets, fresh leaves, faux pumpkins, and more can double as classroom decor.
• Create a playlist. Think fall, nature sounds, and mysterious, fantasy, or low-key music to set the stage.

However you decorate, let it be easy. Create a few focal points in your room, and leave it at that. Get your students involved. Can they bring in nature finds from recess, their own yards, or their walks to and from school? What about sharing gratitudes and kindnesses with one another? My daughter’s class wrote special notes to each other, sharing something they appreciated about one another. It was a hit activity!

Happy holidays, Spiriteds. I hope you are well. Stay safe and stay wild. And always know I’m glad you’re here. ❤️🤎💚🧡