15 Terrific Turkey Crafts for Kids
Hey parents! With Thanksgiving coming up, you’re probably looking for a few activities to keep the kids busy. That’s why we’ve put together 15 of our favorite turkey crafts for kids that are sure to be a hit with young ones on your holiday guest list.
These spectacular projects will help your little one celebrate Thanksgiving in style and craft their own special memories of this wonderful time of year. From easy paper turkeys to thankful turkey crafts that help kids think about what they’re thankful for, you’re sure to find something your kids will love to make.
Happy crafting!

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Materials Needed for Fun Turkey Crafts
Want to get started on one of these crafts ASAP? Here’s a list of some of the materials needed. It is not an all-inclusive list, but it does contain most of what’s needed to make your own turkey craft.
15 Turkey Crafts For Kids
Enjoy these easy and fun craft turkey ideas for kids to do at home. From colorful paper feathers to handprint turkeys, these crafts are perfect for the Thanksgiving season. Whether you’re looking for a simple activity to keep your little ones entertained or want to add some festive decor to your home, these turkey craft ideas are sure to be a hit!
1. Potato Stamp Turkey
You can’t do a more fun or easier Thanksgiving craft idea than this Potato Stamp Turkey Craft! A fresh potato, paint, cardstock, and some googly eyes are all you’ll need.
Check out the tutorial above for a complete guide with fun tips to make this project even more fun for your kids!

2. Paper Turkey
This paper turkey craft will capture your little one’s attention for hours! Even though it looks amazing, it is actually quite easy to put together and requires almost no prep time.

3. Pine Cone Turkey
Using leftover scraps of ribbon, pinecones, and googly eyes, you can help your children to make a super unique and adorable craft. In addition, even the youngest children can follow the easy steps!

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4. Thanksgiving Turkey Treat Bags
These turkey treat bags are an ideal craft to make with the whole family! It is a simple and fun DIY project kids of all ages will enjoy. Plus, it makes for an excellent gift!

5. Quilled Paper Turkey
If your little ones are paper crafts fans, they will love this quilted turkey craft! Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by creating a fun and festive turkey craft with your kids. This simple and creative craft can be done in just a few easy steps, making it the perfect project for even the youngest crafters.

6. Button Turkey
Make this fun and easy Thanksgiving craft to help your kids improve their fine motor skills while having lots of fun. You’ll just need tons of colorful buttons!

7. Toilet Paper Roll Turkey
Making this craft is a wonderful opportunity to spend some bonding time with your kids and teach them the meaning of being grateful. You’ll need toilet paper rolls, a bit of glue and paint, cardstock, and some googly eyes!

8. Folded Paper Turkey
Add a special touch to your Thanksgiving crafts ideas with this charming turkey craft! In this tutorial, the step-by-step instructions are simple to follow and show you a super easy technique to make the accordion feathers.
Plus, if you’re not into drawing turkeys, don’t worry because this DIY includes a free printable!

9. Chalk Pastel Turkey
Tap onto your kid’s creativity with this one-of-a-kind turkey craft! Children will be fascinated by this colorful craft that uses chalk pastels and black paper.

10. Handprint Turkey
During this holiday, some little ones can get a bit fussy with so much going on.
That’s why we love this Thanksgiving handprint craft option! It’s a simple activity that encourages quiet creativity time.

11. Pattern Block Turkey
Give your kids a chance to practice math in a fun and hands-on way by creating this cute turkey craft.
It’s a perfect way for kids to explore their creative side while learning about shapes and rotational symmetry!
If you want more practice with shapes, check out these pattern blocks!

12. Shape Turkeys
Add a fun spin to your math lessons by making these fun turkey crafts, and let your kids learn about shapes in a fun and hands-on way!

13. Thankful Turkeys
Thanksgiving is all about being grateful, and this thankful turkey craft is a fun way to celebrate this holiday’s spirit with the little ones.
Go grab some paper, cut out some feathers, and make this fun gratitude turkey.

14. Yarn and Paper Plate Turkey
Looking for a special and unique-looking craft to make with preschoolers this Thanksgiving? Give this Turkey craft a try!
This craft will surely be a total success at home using yarn, construction paper, and a paper plate. Let the fun begin! Also, don’t forget to check out our favorite paper plate turkeys here!

15. Bottle Cap Turkey Puppets
You can’t get a cuter DIY project than this turkey puppet with colorful feathers!
This DIY craft is a wonderful and easy-peasy craft even the littlest ones in the family can make. So go grab some feathers and make this fun turkey puppet together!

Turkey Crafts for Kids Summary
I hope you found some great turkey crafts for kids to make this season. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get creative and spend quality time with your family. Don’t forget to check out our other holiday crafts, like Christmas ornaments or winter crafts. And don’t worry—we have plenty of non-holiday-related crafts, too!
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