Cat in the Hat Fork Painting (Free Printable Template)

Little ones love Dr. Seuss books where silly rhymes and whimsical characters bring stories to life. The Cat in the Hat is a favorite for many, with its mischievous cat and playful chaos that keeps kids giggling from start to finish. 

Take the excitement from the pages and into a fun and creative activity with this Cat in the Hat fork painting! Kids will love making their own version of this beloved character using an unexpected painting tool — a fork! 

The fun doesn’t have to stop here! Keep the creativity going by checking out more of our Dr. Seuss crafts inspired by his beloved books. Let’s make reading and creating a celebration of imagination! 

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The Cat In The Hat Art Project

It’s a wonderfully wacky way to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday or add an artistic twist to story time as book companion activity.  

Download our free template and let the painting fun begin! As little artists paint with their forks, they’ll create a fuzzy, textured effect that mimics the Cat’s fur.

Supplies

• Paper plate
• Paint
• Fork
• Black marker
• Colored cardstock or construction paper
• Glue stick
• Scissors
• Cat in the hat template (click the “click here to get your freebie” image at the end of the post)

Directions

Start by downloading and printing the template. Once the template is printed, gather the materials for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this Cat in the Hat to life!

First, encourage your child to grab the disposable fork and paint. Squeeze the paint onto a paper plate, then dip the fork in the paint and paint the face onto the background paper. The outside of the face should be black and the inside of the face should be white. Let dry completely before moving on.

Take the hat stripes and glue them, evenly spaced, onto the white hat.

Trim any excess paper that hangs off the sides, then glue the completed hat to the top of the head.

Glue the eyes in the middle of the face.

Next, help your child to draw the eyebrows above the eyes.

Draw the nose and mouth below the eyes.

Finally, guide your child to glue the red bowtie at the bottom of the face.

While you’re here, check out our kids book crafts There are so many fun ideas!

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Dr. Seuss Books For Kids

We can’t talk about Dr. Seuss without mentioning the best Dr. Seuss books! These are some of the top-rated ones. Grab them from your local library or add them to your home 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.

Easy Dr. Seuss Crafts

Lorax Paper Cup Craft – Let’s bring The Lorax to life with just a paper cup, colored paper, and our free template! Kids can create their own mustached friend for a fun, hands-on way to celebrate this classic story and inspire eco-friendly conversations!

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Cat In The Hat Toilet Paper Roll Craft – Extend the fun beyond the pages of The Cat in the Hat by having kids make this mischievous feline! They can recycle and repurpose a toilet paper roll to bring this beloved character to life with the help of our free template.

Fork Painted Thing 1 Thing 2 Craft – Grab a fork and let the fun begin! Your little artists will love painting Thing 1 and Thing 2’s wild blue hair with this fun technique. Fork painting adds a playful twist, plus it’s a fantastic way to boost fine motor skills.

Horton Hears A Who Paper Plate Craft – Get kids ready for some elephant sized fun! A paper plate, a little paint, and our free template will turn into Horton from Horton Hears a Who! It’s a simple, hands-on craft that brings this kind hearted elephant to life.

Dr. Seuss Free Printables

Add a splash of Seussian fun to your kids’ day with these free Dr. Seuss color by number printables! Just download, print, and go for an engaging no prep activity. They’re great for preschoolers, pre-k, and kindergarteners to bring four beloved Dr. Seuss characters to life, one color at a time.

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And don’t worry if your little one isn’t reading yet. Color in the crayons at the bottom, so they can match the colors and numbers with ease.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday in style with these free printable Dr. Seuss hats! Kids can be The Lorax, Thing 1 & Thing 2, or Horton with these fun headbands. Just print, color, and wear!

Choose black and white for a creative coloring activity or use colored paper to just assemble them.These hats make reading celebrations even more exciting at home or in the classroom!

Make reading time even more special with these color in Dr. Seuss bookmarks featuring Horton, Thing 1, The Lorax, and The Cat in the Hat. These bookmarks bring a bit of Seussian flair when it’s time to mark your spot. Since we love coloring, we’ve made them black and white for kids to decorate.

Or if you prefer a ready-to-go option, grab the full color version and start marking your favorite stories with these printable bookmarks!

Make learning Seuss-tastic with this Dr. Seuss printable activity set! It’s packed with fun, and includes a word search, crossword puzzle, writing activities, and more to keep little learners engaged.

These playful printables offer a break from traditional learning while boosting critical thinking, fine motor skills, and a love for reading.

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Free Cat In The Hat Template