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 1. Cookin'
Leave the Butterflied Turkey with Fennel to the fancy-pants chefs. Your guests will love every last bite of this kid-friendly Thanksgiving menu, with its Cheesy Potatoes, Crinkly Carrot Fries and Applesauce Cake with Caramel Sauce. Even better, get your kids in the kitchen chopping, stirring and sampling. Read these tips for cooking with kids, and be sure to share a few cheesy food jokes while you work.
2. Craftin'
Teach your kids the true meaning of the holiday by making a Gratitude Jar. While your turkey's roasting, have guests write down what they're thankful for on pretty slips of paper. Sprinkle the notes into a big glass jar or vase, tie a big bow around the center and use it as the centerpiece for your feast. Your kids can decorate the room with Gratitude Turkeys, Falling Leaves motifs or homemade napkin rings.
3. Conversatin'
With generations gathered 'round your holiday table, kick off some lively discussions with The Thanksgiving Box of Questions (or print out these free Thanksgiving dinner conversation starters.) You might learn something new about Grandma! And as you whip out the whipped cream, challenge your guests with this free printable turkey trivia game. (How fast can a turkey run? Not fast enough.) Enjoy! |
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· Saturday, December 1, 1 p.m.; and Sunday, December 2, 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
· Tickets: $20. Family Series Season Subscription also available.
· 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Map it.
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