Counting Turkey Feathers
I was inspired to make this Thanksgiving/turkey activity from something my son brought home from school. I loved the idea (and he was so proud) so I created my own version.
Materials:
- colored paper including brown or templates
- scissors
- glue
To Prepare:
- Cut out a body for the turkey with brown paper
- Cut out several feathers from the colored paper or have your students cut out the feathers.
- Decide what number sequence you would like your students to practice. Some example are shown below. Write the numbers on the feathers or have your students write the numbers on the feathers.
To Create: Have your students glue the feathers on the turkey in the correct order. Add eyes, a wattle, a beak, legs and feet.
Using the Templates: If you choose to use the feather templates, print out one page for each student. Have the children write the number sequence you are practicing on the feathers. Then color and cut the feathers and then follow the directions above.
To download templates, click HERE.
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What a creative and fun way to combine learning with a holiday theme! I love the idea of counting turkey feathers as a hands-on activity. Can’t wait to try this with my little ones! Thanks for the inspiration, Teacher Mama!
What a fun and creative way to incorporate counting into learning! I love the idea of using turkey feathers—such a great seasonal tie-in. Can’t wait to try this with my kids!
What a delightful activity! I love how creative you are with integrating counting into a fun Thanksgiving theme. Can’t wait to try this with my little ones!
I love the creative way you incorporated counting with turkey feathers! It’s such a fun and engaging way for kids to learn. Thank you for sharing this wonderful activity!
What a creative way to combine counting and a fun theme! I love how you incorporated turkey feathers into a learning activity. It’s such a perfect opportunity for hands-on learning and the kids must have a blast with it. Thanks for sharing these great ideas!
What a charming way to combine counting with a fun Thanksgiving theme! I love how you’ve turned something as simple as turkey feathers into an engaging learning activity for kids. Can’t wait to try this with my little ones!
We will have to do this next year. I did not do a single Thanksgiving/turkey craft with my kids this year. Oops!