Looking for a simple yet memorable Thanksgiving activity the whole family will enjoy? This Roll a Turkey dice game is the perfect way to bring fun, color, and laughter to your holiday celebration. And it requires minimal prep!
Players take turns rolling one die and filling in their turkey with colorful M&M’s. The first one to complete their turkey wins!
This free printable game is festive, fast-paced, and fun for kids and adults alike.

Supplies You Need
To get started, gather the following:
- A bag of M&M’s in classic colors (red, blue, orange, green, yellow, brown)
- One die
- The free printable turkey game sheet (found at the bottom of this post)
- A flat surface to play on
Optional: Use mini cups or bowls to hold M&Ms for each player, or play with a shared bowl in the center.
How to Play Roll a Turkey


- Give each player a turkey game sheet and set out a supply of M&M’s in the six listed colors.
- Players take turns rolling one die.
- Each number corresponds to a color on the turkey:
- 1 = Red
- 2 = Blue
- 3 = Orange
- 4 = Green
- 5 = Yellow
- 6 = Brown
- After rolling, players place one matching M&M on their turkey.
- First player to fill in all the colors wins!
That’s it! Simple, quick, and full of giggles. Especially if someone keeps rolling the same number over and over!
Game Variations to Try
Looking to spice it up? Try one of these creative twists:
- Speed Round: Everyone rolls their dice at the same time to see who finishes first!
- Action Edition: Add silly Thanksgiving-themed actions to each number. For example:
- Roll a 1? Gobble like a turkey!
- Roll a 2? Name a favorite Thanksgiving food
- Roll a 3? Shout your turkey name!
- Roll a 4? Say something you’re thankful for.
- Roll a 5? Tell one Thanksgiving trivia fact.
- Roll a 6? Do your best “I’m stuffed” impression.
- Group Game: Play in teams and race to see which group can fill in their turkey first.
- Color Swap: Don’t have the right M&M colors? Substitute Skittles, jellybeans, pieces of paper, pom-poms, or simply color in the dots!
Grab the Free Roll a Turkey Dice Game Printable
Ready to roll? Download your free printable game sheet below and get started with this festive family favorite.


Pro Tip: Print on white card stock for added durability. Store in a plastic sleeve and reuse year after year to keep everyone occupied while the turkey’s roasting!
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