Dr. Seuss and his zany books have had a huge impact on children over the years! Every child we know loves them and always wants to learn more about this imaginary world his characters live in.

To celebrate Dr. Seuss and Read Across America Day, we’ve made this easy Cat In The Hat craft. It’s a simple Dr. Suess craft that kids will have a blast making!

It’s part art, part craft, which means it’ll appeal to lots of different children.

All you need to do is grab some paper, paint, glue, and a few other supplies and you’ll be ready. Not only will this craft help keep the kids engaged, but it’ll also help with fine motor skills!

Download the free printable template and make it with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children any time of year!

Cat In The Hat Printable Craft

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Supplies

• Colored cardstock
• Scissors
• Glue
• Red paint
• Q tip or pencil with eraser
• Cat in the Hat template (click the “click here to get this freebie” image at the end to open the form)

How To Make An Easy Cat In The Hat Craft

Start by downloading the Cat In The Hat template and printing it out. Once you have the template printed, gather the materials needed for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this Cat In The Hat template to life!

Now, it’s time to bring some color into our project. Grab a pencil or a q-tip – we’re going to use the eraser side of the pencil or the cotton end of the q-tip as our paintbrush. Dip it into a small pool of red paint, and then let your kids make dots all around the top, middle, and bottom portions of the hat. Encourage them to explore and have fun with it – there’s no wrong way to dot!

After the hat looks splendidly dotty, don’t forget the bow tie! Let your little ones add dots all over it as well. This part is particularly fun and allows them to get creative with their designs.

Alrighty, now that our paint has dried, it’s time to cut out the pieces. This step requires some adult supervision, so make sure to help your kiddos with the cutting.

It’s assembly time! Start by gluing the body to the front of the cat’s neck.

Take the cat’s white fur and glue it in the middle of the body. Watching the cat come together piece by piece is so exciting!

Next, position the bow tie in the middle of the neck and glue it down.

We’re almost there! Now, let’s glue the hat to the top of the head. And here’s a fun tip – we pulled the ears forward, right on top of the hat, for an extra cute touch. Your kiddo is sure to love this playful detail!

Our final step is to showcase this adorable creation. Take your completed Cat In The Hat and glue it onto a brightly colored piece of paper.

That’s it! Isn’t this fun Cat in the Hat craft so cute?

More Dr. Seuss Fun

We’ve got lots of other fun and easy ways to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday on March 2nd! Whether you want more easy crafts or printable activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Young children and older kids alike will have so much fun with coloring pages, fun Dr. Seuss crafts, and other themed activities. Check them out below and pick your favorites!

Dr. Seuss Books To Read

We can’t talk about Read Across America Day without mentioning books, right?! There are so many awesome Dr. Seuss books. Read them during the week leading up to the big day, or just read them before bedtime.

These are some of the top Dr. Seuss books. Grab them from the library or buy them from Amazon to add to your home library collection.

Are You My Mother? is a cute book about a little bird who’s trying to find his mom in a big world!

Oh, The Places You’ll Go! – This book is a classic Dr. Seuss book about the ups and downs of life. It’s such a great read and will soon become your kid’s new favorite book!

Dr. Seuss Second Book Collection– This boxed set of five Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss—The Cat in the Hat Comes Back, Dr. Seuss’s ABC, Oh Say Can You Say?, Oh the Thinks You Can Think!, and I Can Read with My Eyes Shut! is a great addition to your home library.

Dr. Seuss Pre K Crafts

Want more some fun crafts? We’ve got you covered there as well!

Torn Paper Thing 1 Craft – Using simple supplies and a little creativity, your child can create their very own Thing 1 masterpiece! As they tear the blue paper to create the character’s iconic hair, they’ll develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It’s also a great way to teach kids how to follow directions.

Cat In The Hat Toilet Paper Roll Craft – This Dr. Seuss Cat In The Hat craft couldn’t be easier for young kids to make!

They’ll love creating the iconic character using a toilet paper roll and some basic craft supplies. And don’t worry if you have older children – they’ll love this simple Cat in the Hat craft, too!

Horton Hears a Who Handprint Craft – Looking for some Dr. Seuss handprint crafts to make with your child? This one’s perfect for toddlers and preschoolers!

They’ll have a blast making their very own Horton using their handprints for his ears. This great craft is an easy way to introduce little ones to the world of Dr. Seuss!

Sam I Am Puppet Craft – Paper bag puppets are some of our favorite crafts for kids. They’re just so easy to make, and the possibilities are endless! This Sam I Am puppet craft is great for little kids who are fans of Green Eggs and Ham. They’ll love acting out the story with their very own puppet!

Dr. Seuss Kindergarten Activities

In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2nd, these free printable Dr. Seuss headbands are the perfect way to celebrate!

Kids can choose from different characters, including The Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 and Thing 2, Horton, and The Lorax. Wear them while reading your favorite Dr Seuss books, or use them for a fun dress-up activity!

These free Dr. Seuss color by numbers worksheets are great for practicing number recognition and color-matching skills. Your little ones will love coloring in the fun illustrations! Print them out to enjoy on National Read Across America Day – your kids will love them!

This truffula tree painting for kids is a fun way to bring the world of Dr. Seuss to life! Using paper straws, pom poms, and watercolors, your child can create their very own colorful truffula tree. It’s a fun craft activity for younger kids!

Try this Dr. Seuss printable activity set next time you need a quiet activity for your little ones. It’s a complete collection of themed worksheets to engage and inspire your kids on a rainy day. From word recognition to color matching, these worksheets are an easy, no-prep activity.

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