Turkey Handprint Craft for Kids

Looking for a fun and easy Thanksgiving craft that kids of all ages will love? This handprint turkey craft is just what you need!

Using your child’s handprint as the turkey’s wings, this adorable craft not only makes a great keepsake but also lets kids get creative and hands-on.

It’s a perfect way to celebrate the season and get into the Thanksgiving spirit. Whether you’re crafting at home, in the classroom, or at a holiday gathering, this turkey craft is sure to be a hit!

Turkey Handprint Craft

Materials

• Turkey handprint craft template (available for download below)
• Colored paper
• Scissors
• Glue

Instructions

First, download and print out the free turkey handprint craft template, which you can find at the bottom of this page.

Next, cut out all the pieces of the template.

Trace the pieces of the template onto colored paper (or color the pieces from the template itself). Trace the turkey body onto brown paper, the feet, beak, and wings onto orange or yellow paper, and the snood onto red paper. Cut out all the pieces.

Trace your child’s hand onto colored paper multiple times (we used orange, yellow, and red paper).

Cut out the handprints.

Now it’s time to assemble your turkey!

First, glue the eyes, beak, and snood to the turkey’s face. Then glue the feet and wings onto the turkey.

Finally, glue the handprints onto the back of the turkey to make the turkey’s wings.

Use a brown marker to draw the feathers onto the wings.

And now your adorable handprint turkey craft is complete!

Whether displayed on the fridge or in the classroom or given as a thoughtful gift, these turkeys are sure to add a personal touch to your holiday celebrations.

Kids Books About Turkeys

Here are some fun books about turkeys to read with this turkey craft!

How to Catch a Turkey by Adam Wallace-A mischievous turkey escapes just before the school Thanksgiving play, leading to a wild chase through the halls. Students and staff alike try their best to catch the quick and clever bird, but the turkey has some tricks up its feathers. This playful story combines humor and excitement, making it a fun read for kids.

Turkey Trouble by Wendi Silvano-A clever turkey is determined to avoid becoming the main course at Thanksgiving dinner. With a series of disguises, he tries to blend in with the other farm animals, hoping to escape his fate. This humorous tale is filled with laughs and creativity as the turkey’s antics unfold.

10 Fat Turkeys by Tony Johnston– A group of silly turkeys gets into all sorts of comical mischief as they perch on a fence, each one finding a more ridiculous way to fall off. With lively rhymes and playful illustrations, this counting book offers a fun and entertaining way for kids to practice numbers while enjoying the antics of the goofy turkeys.