Thanksgiving Handsome Turkeys

Why

Children explore shape as they fingerpaint. Problem-solving and observation skills come into play as they turn their handprints into Thanksgiving decorations.

Steps

1. Cover work area with recycled newspaper. Pour Crayola® Fingerpaint into foam produce trays.

2. Press your hand into a tray of paint. Press firmly but gently onto white paper to create a print. You can use a single handprint for the body of a turkey or make several overlapping prints for a colorful, feathered turkey. Wipe hands well between colors. Make several turkey prints. Dry overnight.

3. Add eyes and other features to your turkeys with Crayola Washable Markers.

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Recycled Foam Produce Trays—Wash in hot, soapy water. No meat or poultry trays should be used.

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Markers
  • Washable Fingerpaints
  • Giant Fingerpaint Paper
household supplies
  • recycled newspaper
  • paper towels
  • recycled foam produce trays

Where & When

"My kids tried many other designs in addition to their turkeys. We got a good start on holiday gift wrap."
Mia K., mom of two boys ages 5 and 8.

"The older kids found fingerpainting refreshing."
Johnnah E., family child care provider.


Interesting Info

Wild turkeys were an important source of food for Native Americans, who traditionally celebrated the fall harvest. Only a handful of pilgrim women could have attended the prototypical first Thanksgiving feast because many perished during their first harsh winter in America.