If you’re familiar with the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, you’ve likely encountered a couple of mischievous characters bounding through pages with their wild blue hair and infectious energy. Bring these favorite characters to life with this fork painted Thing 1 Thing 2 craft!

Get your little artists to grab their paint brushes, or in this case, a fork, to give Thing 1 and Thing 2 their signature crazy blue hair. Painting with a fork adds an extra element of fun, plus it’s a great way for young children to hone those fine motor skills while getting creative.

After completing this easy craft, keep the fun going with more Dr. Seuss crafts! From the Lorax to the Cat in the Hat, there’s lots of characters waiting to be brought to life through the magic of crafting.

Thing 1 Fork Painting

Ready to get started on this craft project? We’ve made it easy for you. Simply download the free template provided, and your kids will be well on their way to creating their very own cute Thing 1 and Thing 2 masterpieces in no time.

Supplies

Fork
Colored cardstock
Scissors
Glue stick
Paint
Paper plate
Thing 1 Template (click the “click here to get your freebie” image at the end of the post)

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Directions

Start by downloading the template and printing it out. Once the template is printed, gather the materials for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this Thing 1 to life!

First, guide your child to grab the disposable fork and paint. Squeeze them onto a paper plate, then dip the fork in the paint and paint the hair onto the background paper.

Hand spreading the paint of the Fork Painted Thing 1 Craft

Next, help your child to take the shirt cut-out and apply some glue to the back of it. Then, stick it onto the bottom of your painted background paper.

Hand gluing the shirt of the Fork Painted Thing 1 Craft

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Now, apply some glue to the back of the head and attach the head to the top of the shirt piece.

Hand gluing the head of the Fork Painted Thing 1 Craft

Finally, encourage your child to glue the shirt label in the center of the shirt.

Hand gluing the shirt label of the Fork Painted Thing 1 Craft

That’s it! Kids will love creating this Painted craft by just using simple materials! For more cool crafts like this, be sure to check out our other favorite spring crafts to keep them entertained!

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Dr. Seuss Theme Day Ideas

Looking to turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary one? Celebrate Dr. Seuss Week with an array of themed crafts and activities that will transport your little ones to the imaginative world of Dr. Seuss!

We’ll share some crafts and activities that will spark your little one’s creativity, refine essential skills, and encourage learning through play.

Keep reading below for book recommendations, craft ideas, and activities inspired by one of our favorite authors. Be sure to save the ones that will be a perfect fit for your kiddos.

Dr. Seuss Books For Kids

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.

holding painted thing 1 craft with background on side

Crafts For Dr. Seuss Week

Horton Hears A Who Paper Plate Craft – With just a paper plate and some paint, kids can bring this beloved character to life in a fun and colorful way. Let their imaginations go as they create their own Horton masterpiece with some common everyday items!

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Fox In Socks Puppet Craft – Let’s get crafty with this simple craft! Transform a simple paper bag into a fun puppet inspired by Dr. Seuss’s playful character who loves word games. With a dash of creativity and some colorful paper, kids will have a Fox in Socks puppet ready for storytelling and playtime fun!

Sam I Am Puppet Craft – Make story time even more fun with this Sam I Am puppet to help act out Green Eggs and Ham! Kids will have a blast crafting the puppet with a simple paper bag, and then playing pretend with the beloved character. This is such a fun paper craft to make with your kids!

Truffula Tree Craft – Kids can “grow” their own fluffy truffula trees with this fun craft! You’ll just need a few simple materials like popsicle sticks and embroidery thread to create a forest of truffula trees that even The Lorax would be proud of!

Dr. Seuss Day Activities

Celebrate Read Across America Day or act out your favorite Dr. Seuss book in style with our free printable Dr. Seuss headbands! Choose from characters like The Lorax, Thing 1 & Thing 2, and Horton from Horton Hears A Who to make the perfect accessory for the occasion.

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Whether you choose to color them in yourself or print them in full color and craft, these fun Dr. Seuss headbands are easy to assemble and guaranteed to add a touch of Seussian flair to your festivities on March 2nd!

We have the perfect thing to hold your place when reading.

Use our printable Dr. Seuss bookmarks when flipping through the pages of Horton Hears A Who, giggling with Thing 1 & Thing 2, exploring the world of The Lorax, or going on an adventure with the Cat in the Hat, these bookmarks are perfect companions for your favorite Seuss tales.

Let the reading (and bookmarking) begin!

Inside this set of Dr. Seuss color by numbers, you’ll find beloved characters like Horton, Fox, The Cat in the Hat, and The Fish. Not only is coloring a blast for kids, but it also helps them improve concentration, hand-eye coordination, and color and number recognition.

Grab the crayons to bring these characters to life!

Let your kiddo’s imagination run wild with Cat in the Hat Activities With Play Dough! They’ll be able to mold and shape Cat in the Hat creations while developing fine motor skills and enjoying sensory play. This hands-on, Seuss-inspired experience is filled with fun and learning!

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