In the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, Horton Hears a Who! is a tale that teaches us about the power of friendship, empathy, and standing up for what is right, no matter how small. As Horton the Elephant goes on a journey to protect the tiny inhabitants of Whoville, children will learn valuable lessons about compassion and courage.

Extend the fun of this timeless story with this Horton Hears a Who paper cup craft! Kids can get creative and transform an ordinary household item into a beloved character from the pages of Dr. Seuss’ imagination. 

Grab a paper cup, a few supplies, and kids can dive right into crafting their own Horton paper cup creation with the free template and easy-to-follow instructions we’ve provided below.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Check out more Dr. Seuss crafts where there are ideas for every child eager to bring their favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life one craft at a time!

Horton Hears A Who Craft

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Whether they’re crafting alone or with friends and family, the process is sure to spark laughter, creativity, and a sense of accomplishment while working on scissor skills and fine motor skills.

Supplies

• Paper cup
• Colored cardstock
• Scissors
• Glue
• Double sided tape or glue dots (optional)
• Horton Template (click the “click here to get this freebie” image at the end to open the form)

Directions

Download the Horton template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Begin by gluing the eyes beneath both of the eyebrows.

Position the cup with the rim facing down, then glue the feet to the bottom of the cup.

Finish up by gluing the head to the top of the paper cup. We like to use a glue dot or double-sided tape here because there’s no drying time, but you can also use a glue stick.

For more fun and simple craft ideas like this, don’t forget to explore our other cool paper cup crafts for your kiddos while you’re here!

Dr. Seuss Day Ideas For School

As Dr. Seuss Week approaches, you may be looking for crafts and activities that will ignite your children’s imaginations and foster a love for reading. There’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the spirit of Dr. Seuss in the classroom, whether you’re planning a week-long celebration or just looking for a few fun ideas to sprinkle throughout your curriculum.

Read on below for a variety of books, crafts, and activities that will keep kids engaged and excited to explore the magical world of Dr. Seuss while learning valuable lessons along the way. Save the ones that will resonate most with your students for a fun and inspiring celebration!

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.

Dr. Seuss Week Crafts

Put Me In The Zoo Puppet Craft – Craft Spot, the polka-dot leopard, using a simple paper bag! They can let their imaginations take center stage as they enact Spot’s whimsical adventures, from changing colors to juggling his vibrant spots with their new puppet!

Handprint Thing 1 Craft – Let’s craft Thing 1 using just our handprints—it’s easy, quick, and super fun! Perfect for preschoolers to elementary kids, and with our free printable template, creating Thing 1’s iconic face is a breeze!

Dr. Seuss Paper Plate Fish Craft – Get ready for a fin-tastic adventure! We’re diving into the world of Dr. Seuss with this paper plate craft! Kids can bring the fish from The Cat in the Hat to life with just a few supplies and 15 minutes of fun crafting time!

Cat In The Hat Craft – Create the beloved Cat in the Hat using dot art! Each dot brings our favorite feline friend to life in a blend of craft and art. Grab your art supplies and a free template to get started dotting!

Easy Dr. Seuss Activities

Get ready for Read Across America Day with these free printable Dr. Seuss headbands! Featuring iconic characters like The Lorax, Thing 1 & Thing 2, and Horton, these headbands add a whimsical touch to the celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2nd. Join the festivities by crafting or coloring in these easy-to-make headbands.

Celebrate the magic of reading every time you crack open a book with these Dr. Seuss printable bookmarks featuring beloved characters like Horton, Thing 1, The Lorax, and the Cat in the Hat. Add your own colorful flair to each design and make reading an adventure filled with Seussian charm.

Download, print, and personalize your bookmarks to always know where you are on your literary journeys!

Our Dr. Seuss color by numbers printable pack features 4 beloved characters: Horton, Fox, The Cat in the Hat, and The Fish. Simply follow the numbers to bring each character to life with the corresponding colors.

Kids’ fine motor skills and color and number recognition skills will shine as they add color to these iconic Dr. Seuss friends!

Dive into hands-on experiments exploring gravity, buoyancy, and engineering principles when kids do these Dr. Seuss STEM activities.

These interactive experiences can ignite a passion for STEM subjects, making learning fun and engaging. Inspire young minds and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, and math through Dr. Seuss themed exploration!

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Printable Horton Hears A Who Template