How to Disguise a Turkey: A Thanksgiving Project for Kids

Thanksgiving: Turkey in Disguise School Project. Today I’m sharing some fun turkey disguise ideas to do with your little ones. These are perfect for Thanksgiving school projects or just hanging out at home crafting with your kiddos. In addition to our pumpkin desserts, tiny turkey party ideas, and Thanksgiving crafts, we also have some ideas for fall party themes!

So fall at school is apparently the time of the crazy, crafty projects. My little first grader has been a whirlwind of detailed, creative projects. The crafty, party-loving side of me was yelling, “Wahoo…let’s get crafting!” over the turkey disguise projects, while the busy, working mom side of me was sobbing on the bathroom floor. Okay, so maybe I’m exaggerating a little bit—a lot—but trying to think of an amazing Turkey in disguise made me go to my favorite spot—the couch with my iPad and the Pinterest app—to get ideas.

I found a few awesome ideas, my favorites I’m sharing below. My daughter, however, had her little heart set on DARTH VADER. That moment when your six-year-old daughter selects Darth Vader—yes, that one—makes you realize you are a great mom and you are doing things correctly. Just saying….

Disguising a turkey is a fun and creative activity for kids of all ages. It’s a great way to get them excited about Thanksgiving and to learn about the holiday. This project can be done at home or in the classroom, and it’s sure to be a hit with the kids.

What You’ll Need:

A turkey template (you can find one online or draw your own)
Construction paper or cardstock
Scissors
Glue
Markers, crayons, or paint
Other craft supplies, such as feathers, glitter, or yarn (optional)

Instructions:

Print or draw a turkey template.
Trace the turkey template onto construction paper or cardstock.
Cut out the turkey
Decorate the turkey with markers, crayons, or paint.
Glue the turkey to a piece of construction paper or cardstock.
Disguise the turkey! You can use any materials you like to disguise your turkey. Some ideas include:
- Feathers
- Glitter
- Yarn
- Fabric scraps
- Buttons
- Beads
- Sequins
- Stickers
- Paint
- Markers
- Crayons
- Construction paper
- Cardboard
- Pipe cleaners
- Pom-poms
- Googly eyes
- Anything else you can think of!
Get creative and have fun!

Tips:

If you’re using a lot of small pieces, it’s helpful to use a glue stick or a glue gun.
You can also use a template to make a turkey mask. Just cut out the head and neck of the turkey, and then attach a piece of elastic to the sides so that the mask can be worn.
This project is a great way to get kids thinking about Thanksgiving and the things they are thankful for. You can talk to them about the history of Thanksgiving, the food that is traditionally eaten on Thanksgiving, and the people they are thankful for.

Ideas for Disguises:

Superhero
Princess
Pirate
Clown
Animal
Food
Object
Anything else you can think of!

Examples of Turkey Disguises:

Darth Vader Turkey: This turkey is disguised as Darth Vader from Star Wars. It is made with construction paper, markers, and glue.
Princess Leia Turkey: This turkey is disguised as Princess Leia from Star Wars. It is made with construction paper, markers, and glue.
Wonder Woman Turkey: This turkey is disguised as Wonder Woman. It is made with construction paper, markers, and glue.
Popcorn Turkey: This turkey is made with real popcorn. It is a cute and easy way to disguise a turkey.
Mermaid Turkey: This turkey is disguised as a mermaid. It is made with construction paper, markers, and glue.
Bowling Ball Turkey: This turkey is disguised as a bowling ball. It is made with construction paper and markers.
Cheerleader Turkey: This turkey is disguised as a cheerleader. It is made with construction paper, fabric, and yarn.
BB-8 Turkey: This turkey is disguised as BB-8 from Star Wars. It is made with felt and markers.
Starbucks Latte Turkey: This turkey is disguised as a Starbucks latte. It is made with a coffee cup and construction paper.
Crayon Box Turkey: This turkey is disguised as a crayon box. It is made with construction paper and crayons.

Disguising a turkey is a fun and creative activity that is perfect for kids of all ages. It’s a great way to get them excited about Thanksgiving and to learn about the holiday. This project can be done at home or in the classroom, and it’s sure to be a hit with the kids. So get creative and have fun!

Turkey in Disguise: Princess Leia and Wonder Woman

A turkey Princess Leia…also made by cutting out construction paper along with a turkey Wonder Woman! My girls love their sci-fi and comics!!! These were both done with the smae process of cutting a template and tracing onto card stock.

If you are a teacher or momma looking for a turkey template…this one is free and adorable!

Here are a few other ideas…

Turkey in Disguise: Bowling Ball Turkey

Here is a cute idea for a bowling ball turkey! This turkey is also made with construction paper!

How To Draw A Funny Cartoon Turkey In Disguise

FAQ

How do you disguise a turkey with Cheerios?

Directions: Draw a circle, 5 wings, 2 legs, and 2 feet to create the turkey outline (nothing fancy needed here). Glue the Cheerios on the body of the turkey and the colored Fruit Loops for each of the feathers. Add googly eyes and a Fruit Loop or two for the turkey’s beak and waddle.

How to disguise a turkey as Iron Man?

Disguise a turkey. Iron man. I used a shoe box with a small light inside and cut holes in the eyes and chest so they light up!

How do you hide a turkey as a crayon box?

Cut the tab off of the box of crayons. Add glue to the top half of the back of the box. Place the box on top of the “feathers.” We liked to keep the box whole to allow the turkey to stand and be three-dimensional. You could cut the front off of the box of crayons if you wanted the turkey to lay flat.