This adorable turkey handprint craft is so easy to make that you can use it to make a handprint card or just make the craft alone! You can even make paper feathers and have kids write their thankfulness on them!
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious food. But beyond the feast, it’s also a time for fun and creativity. And what better way to celebrate than with a Thanksgiving-themed craft that’s both adorable and easy to make?
That’s where our “Turkey Handprint” craft comes in. This simple project is perfect for kids of all ages and will bring a touch of personalized flair to your Thanksgiving decorations. So, gather your supplies put on your creative hats and let’s get gobbling!
Materials You’ll Need:
- Construction paper (brown, orange, and red)
- Paint (brown, orange, yellow, red, and black)
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Photo of your child’s face (optional)
Gobble-tastic Instructions:
- Transform Your Hand into a Feathery Masterpiece: Dip your child’s hand into the brown paint and gently press it onto the brown construction paper. This will be the turkey’s body.
- Feather Frenzy: Now for the fun part – creating the turkey’s vibrant feathers! Using different paint colors like orange, yellow, and red, repeat the handprint process, overlapping them on the brown construction paper to create a beautiful plumage.
- Crafting the Turkey’s Body: Grab the orange construction paper and sketch a circle. Carefully cut out the circle, which will serve as the turkey’s body.
- Adding a Personal Touch: Time to bring your turkey to life! Cut out a photo of your child’s smiling face and glue it onto the orange circle. This will be the turkey’s head.
- The Finishing Touches: With markers, draw the turkey’s eyes, beak, and wattle (the fleshy bit under the beak). You can also add details like feet and a tail. Don’t forget to write a heartfelt Thanksgiving message on the construction paper!
Tips and Tricks for a Gobble-worthy Craft:
- Get Creative with Colors: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different paint colors for the feathers. You can even mix colors to create unique shades.
- Make it a Family Affair: Turn this craft into a fun family activity. Get everyone involved in painting and decorating the turkey.
- Turn it into a Card: Glue the finished turkey onto a folded piece of construction paper to create a personalized Thanksgiving card.
- Frame the Fun: Preserve your child’s masterpiece by framing the turkey handprint. It’ll be a cherished reminder of Thanksgiving memories.
Gobble Up the Fun: A Thanksgiving Tradition
This Thanksgiving create a memorable and meaningful craft with your family. The “Turkey Handprint” is a simple yet delightful project that will bring joy to both the creators and those who receive it. So gather your supplies, let your creativity soar, and gobble up the fun!
Supplies You’ll Need to Make Your Turkey Handprint
- Light brown, orange, and red cardstock (construction paper works too)
- Tacky glue (or hot glue with adult assistance)
See the “trick” for creating the ideal appearance for the turkey’s head and learn how to make this handprint turkey by watching the video below.
Turkey Handprint Craft for Kids
This easy-to-assemble handprint card turkey craft is perfect for young children, whether they are preschoolers, kindergarteners, or older!
Kids of all ages will love making this to give to those they love on Thanksgiving.
Write a poem (a cute example is provided below) or just write a happy Thanksgiving greeting inside the card!
To go along with this beautiful poem, we have created another one about turkey that you can write inside your card:
Was made with love by me,
I made this from my hand to say,
I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving Day!
Author: K.M, thebestideasforkids.com
We hope you love this handprint turkey poem as much as we do!
