The turkey disguise activity has become a beloved tradition in November, where students get to unleash their creativity and imagination. The premise is simple: students must disguise a turkey to prevent it from becoming Thanksgiving dinner. This fun and engaging activity is not just for younger kids; older students can also participate and have a blast disguising their feathered friend.
The Turkey Disguise template includes three different turkey characters, each with its own unique personality. Students can choose their favorite turkey and then let their creativity run wild as they decorate their turkey disguise template using accessories like crayons, markers, feathers, gems, and yarn.
In addition to the turkey printables, students will also receive sheets of accessories, clothing, and hair options to help them create a truly unique and distinguished disguise for their turkey.
To add an academic twist to the project, here are some extension activities using the Turkey Disguise template:
1. Turkey Backstory: Have students write a backstory for their turkey, explaining why it decided to disguise itself and the reasons behind its chosen disguise. Encourage students to write in their turkey’s unique voice, adding humor or seriousness as they see fit.
2. Turkey Presentations: Students can share their turkey creations with the class in a show-and-tell format, explaining their creative process and decision-making behind their disguise.
3. What Happens Next: Have students write a short story about what happens after their turkey dresses up. Does the disguise work? Does the turkey embark on a new adventure?
4. Bulletin Board: Create a classroom display showcasing all the disguised turkeys and invite other classes to come see the creations. Encourage visitors to leave feedback or comments about their favorite turkey.
Before students start designing their turkeys, encourage them to brainstorm ideas based on things they already know and love. Questions like their favorite sports team, movie or TV show, book character, community helper, job, or object can spark creative ideas for their turkey disguises.
Ready to get started on disguising some turkeys? Download the free Turkey Disguise template by filling out the form on the website. And don’t forget to subscribe to newsletters for more free printables and share your students’ Turkey Disguise designs in the We Are Teachers HELPLINE on Facebook for a chance to showcase their creativity to a wider audience.
