19. Paper Plate Handprint Turkeys
The paper plate handprint turkey is a beloved childhood classic that combines sensory painting with personal keepsake creation. It is a wonderful way to document a child’s growth year after year, capturing their handprint size in a fun, festive holiday character.
Have your child paint a paper plate brown to serve as the turkey’s body. On separate sheets of colorful paper, trace your child’s hands multiple times and cut them out. These handprints will serve as the turkey’s vibrant feathers. Glue the paper handprints in a fan shape along the back of the painted paper plate. Cut out a small paper head, beak, and wattle, and assemble them in the center of the plate with googly eyes. This simple, joyful craft is a staple of November childhood memories.