Cereal Box Turkey:

Transform an empty cereal box into a fun centerpiece, adorned with feathers that list all the things your little ones are grateful for. This craft encourages gratitude while showcasing your child’s creativity.

Materials:

1. Empty cereal box
2. Construction paper (assorted colors)
3. Scissors
4. Glue
5. Markers or crayons

Instructions:

1. Flatten the cereal box and cut out a turkey shape.
2. Cut out feather shapes from different colored construction paper.
3. Write things your child is grateful for on each feather.
4. Attach the feathers to the back of the turkey using glue.
5. Decorate the front of the turkey with markers or crayons.
6. Display the cereal box turkey as a fun centerpiece.

Turkey Windsocks:

Create adorable turkey windsocks using a recycled tin can, ribbon, glue, and some decorative touches. These charming decorations can be made in less than 30 minutes, adding a festive touch to your Thanksgiving atmosphere.

Materials:

1. Recycled tin can
2. Construction paper (assorted colors)
3. Ribbon
4. Glue
5. Scissors
6. Googly eyes
7. Markers or crayons

Instructions:

1. Clean and dry the tin can.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the tin can.
4. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
5. Decorate the tin can with markers or crayons.
6. Attach ribbon to the bottom of the tin can to create the windsock effect.
7. Hang the turkey windsocks around the house for a festive touch.

Squeeze Paint Pumpkin Turkey:

Showcase the versatility of pumpkin crafts by transforming a mini pumpkin into a colorful turkey using paint and cardstock paper. This craft allows your child to explore their artistic side and personalize their turkey creation.

Materials:

1. Mini pumpkin
2. Acrylic paint (assorted colors)
3. Paintbrushes
4. Cardstock paper
5. Scissors
6. Glue

Instructions:

1. Paint the mini pumpkin using various colors to resemble a turkey.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from cardstock paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the painted pumpkin.
4. Let the craft dry completely before displaying it as table decor.

Fork Painted Turkey:

With just a fork, paint, and cardstock, your child can transform a simple paper plate into an adorable turkey. The unique texture created by the fork adds an extra touch of creativity to their masterpiece.

Material:

1. Paper plate
2. Acrylic paint (assorted colors)
3. Fork
4. Cardstock paper
5. Scissors
6. Glue

Instructions:

1. Dip the fork into the paint and use it to create a textured pattern on the paper plate.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from cardstock paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the paper plate to complete the turkey’s face.
4. Display the fork painted turkey as a delightful piece of art.

Toilet Paper Roll Turkey:

Utilize scrapbook paper and an old toilet paper roll to create a quick and easy craft that’s perfect for little ones. This kid-friendly project is a great way to upcycle materials while fostering their creativity.

Materials:

1. Toilet paper roll
2. Scrapbook paper
3. Construction paper (assorted colors)
4. Scissors
5. Glue
6. Googly eyes

Instructions:

1. Cover the toilet paper roll with scrapbook paper.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the covered toilet paper roll.
4. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
5. Place the toilet paper roll turkey on a flat surface as a cute decoration.

Turkey Juice Box:

Make turkey-themed juice boxes with scrap paper and googly eyes. This craft not only encourages creativity but also serves as a festive beverage container that children will enjoy during the Thanksgiving celebration.

Materials:

1. Juice boxes
2. Scrap paper (assorted colors)
3. Googly eyes
4. Glue or adhesive tape
5. Scissors

Instructions:

1. Wrap the juice box with colored scrap paper, leaving the top open for drinking.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from different colored scrap paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the wrapped juice box.
4. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
5. Repeat the process for each juice box, creating a turkey-themed beverage container.

Clothespin Turkey:

Engage preschoolers in creating a cute clothespin turkey that is easy, mess-free, and perfect for Thanksgiving.

1. Wooden clothespins
2. Construction paper (assorted colors)
3. Googly eyes
4. Glue
5. Markers or crayons
6. Scissors

Instructions:

1. Take a clothespin and colour or paint it a colour that resembles a turkey, such as brown or orange.
2. Cut out the head, beak, wattle, and feathers of the turkey from construction paper.
3. Attach the turkey’s parts to the clothespin using glue.
4. On the turkey’s head, adhere the googly eyes.
5. Use markers or crayons to create additional details like feathers or patterns.
6. Repetition of the procedure will result in beautiful clothespin turkeys.

Recycled CD Turkey:

Take those old CDs lying around and turn them into colorful turkeys. This quick craft takes only 10 minutes to complete and adds a touch of creativity to your Thanksgiving decor.

Materials:

1. Old CDs
2. Acrylic paint (assorted colors)
3. Paintbrushes
4. Construction paper (assorted colors)
5. Googly eyes
6. Glue

Instructions:

1. Paint the shiny side of the CD with acrylic paint to resemble a turkey’s body.
2. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
3. Glue the turkey body parts onto the painted CD.
4. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
5. Repeat the process for each CD, creating colorful and creative recycled CD turkeys.

Cork Turkeys:

Reuse wine corks and cupcake liners to make charming cork turkeys that can also double as Thanksgiving table place card holders. Add some markers and decorative accessories to personalize these adorable creations.

Materials:

1. Wine corks
2. Cupcake liners
3. Construction paper (assorted colors)
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue
6. Markers or crayons
7. Scissors

Instructions:

1. To make the turkey’s body, attach a cupcake liner to the top of a wine cork.
2. Cut out the head, beak, wattle, and feathers of the turkey from construction paper.
3. Attach the turkey’s parts to the cupcake liner with glue.
4. Glue the googly eyes onto the turkey’s head.
5. To add extra features, such as patterns or designs, use markers or crayons.
6. Repetition of the procedure will result in adorable cork turkeys that can also carry place cards.

Tissue Paper Turkey:

Create a cute tissue paper turkey craft using a printable template. This craft is not only adorable but also easy to assemble, making it suitable for preschoolers. It’s a fantastic opportunity for children to develop their cutting and gluing skills.

Materials:

1. Printable turkey template (available online)
2. Tissue paper (assorted colors)
3. Glue
4. Scissors

Instructions:

1. A turkey template can be printed and then cut out.
2. Slice tissue paper into little squares or circles of various colours.
3. Apply adhesive to the turkey template’s designated spots.
4. Place the crumpled tissue paper squares or circles on the turkey’s respective locations.
5. Continue doing this until the bird is entirely covered in vibrant tissue paper feathers.
6. Before putting the tissue paper turkey project on display, let the adhesive dry fully.

Paper Bag Turkeys:

Transform a simple paper bag into a turkey with personality using construction paper, feathers, and googly eyes. Once the crafts are complete, your children can animate their puppets by inserting their hands inside the bags.

Materials:

1. Paper bags
2. Construction paper (assorted colors)
3. Feathers
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue
6. Scissors

Instructions:

1. Take a paper bag and cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
2. Glue the turkey body parts onto the paper bag, including the googly eyes.
3. Attach feathers to the bottom of the paper bag, near the opening, using glue.
4. Encourage your children to put their hands inside the paper bag and animate the turkey puppet by moving its beak and feathers.
5. Repeat the process for each paper bag, creating fun and interactive paper bag turkeys.

Turkey Balloon:

Inflate helium balloons using a personal tank or visit a party store. Decorate the balloons with googly eyes, feathers, and construction paper to create whimsical turkey decorations. Float them above the Thanksgiving kids’ table for a delightful and festive ambiance.

Materials:

1. Helium balloons
2. Googly eyes
3. Feathers
4. Construction paper
5. Glue

Instructions:

1. Inflate helium balloons using a personal tank or visit a party store.
2. Attach googly eyes to the balloons using glue.
3. Glue feathers onto the back of the balloons to create the turkey’s tail.
4. Cut out a beak and wattle from construction paper and glue them onto the front of the balloon.
5. Repeat the process for each balloon, creating whimsical turkey decorations.

Turkey Place Card Holders:

Combine clothespins with colorful fall leaves (real or fake) to make charming turkey place card holders. This simple craft serves a dual purpose, acting as both a Thanksgiving decoration and a functional place card holder.

Materials:

1. Clothespins
2. Fall leaves (real or fake)
3. Glue

Instructions:

1. Attach fall leaves to the top of each clothespin using glue, creating the turkey’s tail.
2. Cut out a beak and wattle from construction paper and glue them onto the front of the clothespin.
3. Write the names of your guests on small pieces of paper and clip them onto the clothespins.
4. Repeat the process for each clothespin, creating charming turkey place card holders.

Marbled Paper Turkeys:

Create beautiful and unique marbled paper using shaving cream and paint. Then, use this marbled paper to make feathers for your turkey craft. The swirling patterns will add a touch of elegance to your preschooler’s creation.

Materials:

1. Shaving cream
2. Acrylic paint (assorted colors)
3. Cardstock paper
4. Toothpicks or a skewer
5. Scissors
6. Glue

Instructions:

1. Spray shaving cream onto a tray or surface.
2. Drop different colors of acrylic paint onto the shaving cream.
3. Swirl the colors together using a toothpick or skewer.
4. Press a piece of cardstock paper onto the marbled shaving cream, transferring the pattern onto the paper.
5. Let the paper dry completely.
6. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from the marbled paper.
7. Glue the turkey body parts onto a separate piece of cardstock paper to assemble the turkey.
8. Repeat the process for each turkey, creating beautiful marbled paper turkeys.

Pattern Block Turkeys:

Engage children in a lesson about shapes and symmetry while making pattern block turkeys. Cut colorful construction paper into geometric shapes to create a backdrop for the turkeys. This craft combines creativity with learning, making it an ideal homeschool holiday project.

Materials:

1. Construction paper (assorted colors)
2. Scissors
3. Glue
4. Pattern blocks (various shapes and colors)

Instructions:

1. Cut out a large rectangle from construction paper as the backdrop for the turkeys.
2. Glue pattern blocks onto the rectangle to create a colorful and symmetrical design.
3. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
4. Glue the turkey body parts onto the pattern block design.
5. Repeat the process for each turkey, combining creativity with learning.

Coffee Filter Turkey:

Utilize white coffee filters and watercolor paints to create colorful turkey feathers. This craft is simple and convenient, as it makes use of supplies you may already have in your kitchen. Let your preschoolers explore their artistic talents while adding a festive touch to your Thanksgiving decorations.

Materials:

1. White coffee filters
2. Watercolor paints
3. Paintbrushes
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue

Instructions:

1. Flatten a coffee filter and use watercolor paints to create colorful designs on it.
2. Let the coffee filter dry completely.
3. Fold the coffee filter accordion-style to create the turkey’s feathers.
4. Cut out a turkey body shape from construction paper and glue it onto the folded coffee filter.
5. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
6. Repeat the process for each coffee filter, creating vibrant and decorative turkey feathers.

Confetti Stuffed Turkey:

Create a whimsical table decoration by using white paper bags as the base for a confetti-stuffed turkey. Cut confetti from neon construction paper and stuff it into the bags. This playful project adds a fun element to your Thanksgiving dinner setup.

Materials:

1. White paper bags
2. Neon construction paper
3. Scissors
4. Glue
5. Confetti (made from construction paper or store-bought)

Instructions:

1. Cut confetti from neon construction paper.
2. Fold the top of a white paper bag to create a turkey head.
3. Fill the bag with confetti, leaving enough space to fold and seal the top.
4. Glue the folded top to secure the confetti inside.
5. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper and glue them onto the front of the bag.
6. Repeat the process for each paper bag, creating confetti stuffed turkeys that add a fun and playful element to your Thanksgiving dinner setup.

Printable Turkey Crowns:

Print out turkey crown templates and customize them to fit your kiddos’ heads. Your children will be thrilled to wear these cute turkey crowns at the Thanksgiving table, adding a touch of festive flair to their outfits.

Materials:

1. Printable turkey crown templates (available online)
2. Construction paper
3. Scissors
4. Glue
5. Markers or crayons

Instructions:

1. Print out turkey crown templates and cut them out.
2. Trace the templates onto construction paper and cut out the crowns.
3. Decorate the crowns with markers or crayons, adding colors and patterns.
4. Glue the ends of the crowns together to form a circular shape.
5. Adjust the size of the crown to fit your children’s heads, if needed.
6. Let your children wear their cute turkey crowns at the Thanksgiving table, adding a touch of festive flair to their outfits.

Roast Turkey Piñata:

Engage in the traditional art of paper mache by creating turkey piñatas. Inflate balloons and cover them with newspaper strips dipped in a mixture of glue and water. Once dry, fill these turkey piñatas with toys or treats for the kids to enjoy after the feast.

Materials:

1. Balloons
2. Newspaper
3. Flour
4. Water
5. Bowl
6. Mixing spoon
7. Scissors
8. String or ribbon
9. Paint
10. Paintbrushes
11. Toys or treats for filling the piñata

Instructions:

1. Inflate balloons to the desired size for the piñatas.
2. Tear newspaper into strips.
3. In a bowl, mix equal parts flour and water to create a paste.
4. Dip the newspaper strips into the paste, removing any excess, and layer them onto the inflated balloons.
5. Repeat the process until the balloons are covered with several layers of newspaper and the desired thickness is achieved.
6. Let the piñatas dry completely, which may take a day or two.
7. Once dry, pop the balloons inside and carefully remove them through a small opening.
8. Cut a flap or hole in the piñatas to fill them with toys or treats.
9. Close the flap or hole and seal it with more newspaper strips and paste.
10. Paint the piñatas to resemble roasted turkeys, using brown, red, and yellow colors.
11. Attach a string or ribbon to the top of the piñatas for hanging.
12. Hang the turkey piñatas and enjoy breaking them open to reveal the surprises inside after the feast.

Pinecone Turkey:

Combine pinecones and scrap ribbon to create adorable turkey tail feathers. This craft is a great way to use up leftover materials from other projects while creating a cute Thanksgiving decoration.

Materials:

1. Pinecones
2. Scrap ribbon
3. Googly eyes
4. Construction paper
5. Glue

Instructions:

1. Select pinecones that resemble the shape of a turkey body.
2. Cut small pieces of scrap ribbon in various colors to use as turkey tail feathers.
3. Glue the ribbon pieces onto the back of the pinecone, creating a fan shape.
4. Cut out a beak and wattle from construction paper and glue them onto the front of the pinecone.
5. Attach googly eyes to the pinecone using glue.
6. Repeat the process for each pinecone, creating adorable turkey tail feather decorations.

Handprint Turkey:

Capture the littlest crafters’ handprints in a memorable way with painted handprint turkeys. Grownups can transform these special creations into holiday cards or framed art, preserving the memories for years to come.

Material:

1. Construction paper (assorted colors)
2. Washable paints (assorted colors)
3. Paintbrushes
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue

Instructions:

1. Select construction paper in various colors for the turkey’s body parts.
2. Paint the palm of your child’s hand with washable paint in a color of their choice.
3. Press their painted hand firmly onto a piece of construction paper to create a handprint.
4. Repeat the process with different colors to create multiple handprints.
5. Once the handprints are dry, cut them out.
6. Cut out turkey body parts (head, beak, wattle, and feathers) from construction paper.
7. Glue the handprints onto a separate piece of construction paper, arranging them in a fan shape to resemble the turkey’s feathers.
8. Glue the turkey body parts onto the handprints to complete the turkey’s face.
9. Attach googly eyes to the turkey’s head using glue.
10. Repeat the process for each handprint, capturing the littlest crafters’ handprints in a memorable way.

Turkey Treat Buckets:

Encourage creativity by gluing foam, feathers, and googly eyes onto small metal pails. These turkey treat buckets serve as both a craft activity and a practical treat container.

Materials:

1. Small metal pails or buckets
2. Craft foam sheets
3. Feathers
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue
6. Scissors

Instructions:

1. Decorate the small metal pails or buckets by gluing craft foam sheets around the sides, covering them completely.
2. Glue feathers onto the back of the bucket to create the turkey’s tail.
3. Cut out a beak and wattle from craft foam sheets and glue them onto the front of the bucket.
4. Attach googly eyes to the bucket using glue.
5. Fill the buckets with treats or small gifts for the kids to enjoy.
6. Repeat the process for each metal pail or bucket, encouraging creativity and providing a practical treat container.

Pumpkin Turkey:

Let preschoolers and elementary school kids make a simple turkey craft using mini pumpkins and fall leaves. These adorable creations can double as table decor for the Thanksgiving meal. The combination of mini pumpkins and fall leaves adds a charming touch to the festive atmosphere, and the kids will enjoy creating their own unique turkey designs.

Materials:

1. Mini pumpkins
2. Fall leaves
3. Googly eyes
4. Craft glue
5. Construction paper
6. Scissors
7. Markers or crayons

Instructions:

1. Choose a small pumpkin to use as the turkey’s body.
2. Using craft glue, adhere googly eyes to the pumpkin’s front.
3. To make the beak, cut a little triangle out of orange construction paper. Below the eyes, glue it.
4. To create the turkey’s wattle, cut a long, thin strip of red construction paper. Below the beak, glue it.
5. Collect autumn leaves of all shapes and sizes.
6. Place the autumnal foliage behind the pumpkin, fanning it out to resemble the tail of a turkey.
7. To connect the leaves to the pumpkin’s back, use craft glue.
8. Encourage children to decorate the body of the pumpkin turkey with patterns or designs using markers or crayons.
9. Before utilising the pumpkin turkeys as table decorations, give the glue time to completely dry.

Paper Turkey:

Younger kids can enjoy making this easy paper craft using a printable template, while older children can showcase their cutting skills by creating their own turkeys from brown paper. This versatile craft allows children of different ages to participate and have fun in their own unique way.

Materials:

1. Construction paper (assorted colors)
2. Scissors
3. Glue

Instructions:

1. To make the body of the turkey, cut a sizable oval from a sheet of brown construction paper.
2. To make the feathers for the turkey, cut tiny oval shapes from construction paper in various colours.
3. Apply glue to the feathers and arrange them into a fan configuration on the turkey’s back.
4. Cut out a smaller oval shape from a contrasting color of construction paper to create the turkey’s head.
5. Glue the head onto the front of the turkey’s body, slightly overlapping the feathers.
6. Cut out a small triangle from orange construction paper to make the beak. Glue it onto the head.
7. Cut out a small, curved shape from red construction paper to create the turkey’s wattle. Glue it below the beak.
8. Use markers or crayons to draw eyes onto the turkey’s head.
9. Display the paper turkeys as festive decorations for Thanksgiving.

Crayon Turkeys:

Combine nature and creativity with these colorful crayon turkeys. Assist the children in slicing tree branches to create the turkey bodies. Then, use a free printable template for the turkey’s face, allowing the kids to express their artistic flair by using crayons to represent the vibrant feathers. These crayon turkeys will add a vibrant touch to your Thanksgiving decorations.

Materials:

1. Tree branches
2. Brown construction paper
3. Crayons
4. Scissors
5. Glue

Instructions:

1. Slice tree branches into smaller pieces to create the turkey bodies.
2. Cut out a round shape from brown construction paper to serve as the turkey’s head.
3. Glue the head onto the top of the tree branch.
4. Use crayons to color the turkey’s body with vibrant feathers.
5. Cut out a small triangle from orange construction paper to make the beak. Glue it onto the head.
6. Cut out a small, curved shape from red construction paper to create the turkey’s wattle. Glue it below the beak.
7. Draw eyes onto the turkey’s head using markers or crayons.
8. Repeat the process to create multiple crayon turkeys with different colors and designs.
9. Display the crayon turkeys as decorative accents for Thanksgiving.

Turkey Finger Puppets

Encourage imaginative play with these turkey finger puppets. After creating the turkey paper craft, children can animate their creations by inserting their fingers through the leg holes. Combine multiple puppets for a delightful Thanksgiving puppet show that will entertain both children and adults alike.

Materials:

1. Construction paper (assorted colors)
2. Googly eyes
3. Glue
4. Scissors

Instructions:

1. From construction paper, cut out a turkey body form in the colour of your choice.
2. For the fingers to fit through, make two tiny holes towards the turkey’s bottom.
3. Glue the googly eyes onto the turkey’s head.
4. Construction paper can be used to cut out additional shapes to make the turkey’s feathers, beak, and wattle.
5. Fan out the feathers and adhere them on the turkey’s back using glue.
6. Attach the turkey’s beak and wattle with glue.
7. Before using the turkey finger puppets, let the adhesive to dry completely.
8. To make the puppets move, insert your fingers into the openings at the bottom of the turkey body.
9. Create stories and dialogues with the turkey finger puppets to promote imaginative play.
10. For added variation and excitement, make several finger puppets in various hues and patterns.

Bottle Cap Turkey Puppet

Promote upcycling and creativity with this unique turkey project. Transform a bottle cap, craft stick, googly eyes, and fall-colored feathers into an adorable turkey puppet. This craft not only provides entertainment but also encourages children to find new uses for everyday objects.

Materials:

1. Bottle caps
2. Craft sticks
3. Googly eyes
4. Fall-colored feathers
5. Craft glue
6. Scissors

Instructions:

1. To be used as the body of the turkey, clean and dry bottle caps.
2. Using craft glue, adhere googly eyes to the bottle cap’s top.
3. To make the beak, cut a little triangle out of orange construction paper. Below the eyes, glue it.
4. Cut out a small, curved shape from red construction paper to make the turkey’s wattle. Below the beak, glue it.
5. Glue fall-colored feathers to the back of the bottle cap to represent the turkey’s tail.
6. Attach a craft stick to the back of the bottle cap using craft glue. This will serve as the puppet’s handle.
7. Before utilising the bottle cap turkey puppets, let the glue fully cure.
8. To make the puppet come to life, hold the handle of the craft stick and move it about.
9. Encourage kids to use various bottle caps, feathers, and ornaments to make their own distinctive turkey designs.

Glove Turkeys

Put those old gloves to good use by creating these easy and charming turkey crafts. Gather feathers and castoff winter gloves to make these adorable glove turkeys. It’s a fantastic way to repurpose gloves that have lost their pair, while also teaching children about recycling and reducing waste. Each glove turkey will have its own unique character, making it a fun and personalized project for preschoolers.

Materials:

1. Old gloves (single or mismatched)
2. Feathers
3. Googly eyes
4. Craft glue
5. Scissors
6. Craft paper (optional)

Instructions:

1. Choose a single glove or a pair of contrasting gloves to upcycle for the turkey craft.
2. Small feathers can be used to make the turkey’s tail by stuffing the glove fingers.
3. Using craft glue, adhere googly eyes to the glove’s palm.
4. To create the beak, cut a tiny triangle from a piece of orange construction paper. Below the eyes, glue it.
5. To make the wattle for the turkey, cut a small, curved form from red construction paper. Below the beak, glue it.

6. on improve the turkey’s appearance, you can optionally cut out additional forms from craft paper, like wings or a head crest, and glue them on the glove.
7. Before using the glove turkeys, let the adhesive entirely cure.
8. Encourage kids to animate the glove turkeys with their fingers so that they have distinct personalities and actions.

Turkey Napkin Rings

Add a touch of turkey flair to your Thanksgiving table setting with these cute turkey napkin rings. Using brown felt and ribbons in various colors and sizes, create these easy, inexpensive, and quick crafts. Whip up several turkey napkin rings and use them not only as decorative napkin holders but also as hair clips for a playful and festive look.

Materials:

1. Brown felt
2. Ribbons (various colors and sizes)
3. Craft glue
4. Scissors
5. Ruler

Instructions:

1. To wrap a wrapped serviette, cut brown felt into strips that are 1.5 inches broad and long.
2. To determine the proper length, wrap the felt strip around a wrapped up serviette. Then, trim off any extra.
3. To make a ring shape, spread craft glue along one end of the felt strip and push it firmly to the other end.
4. Ribbons in various sizes and colours should be cut into little pieces.
5. Each ribbon piece should be attached to the front of the felt ring with craft glue, arranged to resemble turkey feathers.
6. To create the beak, cut a tiny triangle from a piece of orange construction paper. Attach it to the felt ring’s front with glue.
7. To make the wattle for the turkey, cut a small, curved form from red construction paper. Below the beak, glue it.
8. Use the turkey serviette rings only when the glue has fully dried.
9. Roll the napkins and place the serviette rings on top.

Turkey Wreath

Make a statement with this eye-catching turkey wreath that will welcome guests to your home. Start with a foam wreath as the base and attach Styrofoam balls to create the cartoonish turkey eyes. Use colorful lengths of tulle to represent the festive feathers. Hang this vibrant turkey wreath on your front door or display it indoors as a cheerful Thanksgiving decoration.

Materials:

1. Foam wreath
2. Styrofoam balls
3. Tulle (fall colors)
4. Craft glue
5. Scissors
6. Ribbon

Instructions:

1. Take a foam wreath as the base for your turkey wreath.
2. Attach two Styrofoam balls to the top portion of the wreath to create the turkey’s eyes.
3. Use craft glue to secure the Styrofoam balls in place.
4. Cut tulle into strips of equal length, approximately 8-10 inches long.
5. Tie the tulle strips around the wreath, alternating colors to create the turkey’s feathers. Make sure to leave enough space for the eyes to show.
6. Continue tying tulle strips until the wreath is covered with colorful feathers.
7. Cut out a small triangle from orange construction paper to make the beak. Glue it between the eyes.
8. Cut out a small, curved shape from red construction paper to create the turkey’s wattle. Glue it below the beak.
9. Tie a ribbon around the top of the wreath to create a loop for hanging.
10. Hang the turkey wreath on your front door or display it indoors as a cheerful Thanksgiving decoration.

In conclusion, engaging preschoolers in turkey arts and crafts during Thanksgiving can provide numerous benefits and create lasting memories. These crafts allow children to unleash their creativity, develop fine motor skills, and improve eye-hand coordination. The process of making turkey crafts also enhances problem-solving abilities and boosts self-confidence when children see the final results of their creations. Moreover, being creative and acquiring skills like using their hands effectively empowers children to express themselves in unique ways and think outside the box. By engaging in Turkey Arts and Crafts for Preschoolers, children or kids can have a blast while learning and showcasing their talent & originality. So, let’s embark on an adventure filled with laughter, excitement, and amazing turkeys to demonstrate to the world just how creative and remarkable our preschoolers are.