50 Easy Turkey Disguise Project Ideas For Kids [Free Templates]
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The turkey is in trouble! Every year, it’s the same story: the turkey is chosen as the main course for Thanksgiving dinner, and every year, it narrowly escapes becoming someone’s meal.
This year, the turkey has decided to take matters into its own hands by disguising itself in plain sight. That’s where these turkey disguise projects come in.
So get your supplies ready, download the free printable templates, and let’s get started! Also, be sure to check out all of our Thanksgiving crafts for more fun turkey ideas!
Disguise A Turkey Ideas
These easy and cute turkey ideas will help the turkey blend in with its surroundings, so hopefully, it won’t end up on the dinner table.
From a turkey disguised as a rainbow to a turkey wearing a ballerina disguise, these turkey project ideas are sure to keep the turkey safe this Thanksgiving.
Below, we’re sharing all of our fun turkey disguise ideas! Be sure to check back for more creative turkey costumes.
If you’re looking for a festive Thanksgiving family project, look no further than this pirate turkey in disguise! This easy-to-make idea is perfect for little ones and is sure to get them into the holiday spirit. Best of all, you probably already have all the supplies you need around the house.
Mr Turkey is on the run! In order to evade capture, he’s donned a scarecrow turkey disguise and is hiding in plain sight. Use our free template and make this cute scarecrow!
Turkey may be the main dish on Thanksgiving, but that doesn’t mean she wants to be eaten! This ballerina turkey craft is the perfect way for your child’s turkey to escape the dinner table. Your kids will love her creative disguise!
If you’re looking for a great way to keep your turkey safe this Thanksgiving, why not try this disguise a turkey pilgrim? With just a few simple materials, kiddos can transform their turkeys into a hilarious disguise that is sure to confuse even the most seasoned of hunters.
Do your little ones always pick the biggest turkey for the holiday table? This year, help them keep Ms. Turkey safe with a fun disguise! Transform her into a beautiful princess no one will ever recognize! For directions, check out this princess turkey disguise!
Give your turkey a fighting chance this Thanksgiving with this disguise a turkey rainbow craft! This colorful camouflage will surely confuse the farmer. Plus, this is a creative way to work your little crafters’ all-important fine motor skills!
Get your kiddos into the holiday spirit with this Santa turkey disguise craft! This simple project is perfect for disguising that pesky turkey so it doesn’t get eaten on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. Children will love their little Santa Claus turkeys!
Ready to keep your turkey off the Thanksgiving table? This flamingo turkey disguise craft is a clever and colorful way to help little ones get creative this autumn while practicing their cutting and gluing skills!
Ever heard of a gingerbread man trying to outsmart a farmer? This Gingerbread Man Turkey Disguise Craft lets preschoolers get creative while mixing the fun of Thanksgiving and Christmas!
This disguise a turkey mermaid is perfect for even the youngest artist, as all you need is some construction paper, scissors, and glue. Who knows – maybe she’ll be so well disguised that the farmer won’t even think twice about her!
If you’re looking for a blank turkey to make any disguise your kids can dream up, check out these disguise a turkey printables. We’ve given you a few ideas of how you can turn them into Pete the Cat, an Among Us astronaut, Pikachu, and Forky!
These creative projects are so much fun that students will want to make them all holiday season long. They could even add some googly eyes to their favorite disguise – how fun!
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Is the turkey in danger of being eaten by guests? Do you need a clever way to hide it from prying eyes? If so, then this popcorn turkey disguise craft is perfect! Use our free turkey disguise template and put your kiddo’s artistic skills to the test.
With Thanksgiving coming up, little ones will love giving their turkey a magical makeover! This unicorn turkey disguise is an easy, creative way to keep their feathered friend safe this season.
Keep your turkey safe from becoming the main course by teaching your child how to make a spy turkey disguise. This cute and clever project is perfect to help keep Mr. Turkey alive, and it’s sure to get a few laughs!
It’s that time of year again to get creative and save the turkey! Why not try this disguise a turkey cat craft? It lets young creators transform their turkey into a cute kitty using simple supplies and their imagination.
Give Mr. Turkey a playful holiday twist! This Grinch turkey disguise craft lets young artists transform him into the Grinch himself, adding a touch of Whoville magic to the season.
Let your turkey strut in style this Thanksgiving! This turkey disguise peacock craft turns the classic bird into a colorful masterpiece while helping children practice creativity and fine motor skills.
Our feathered friend has taken a leaf out of the ladybug’s book, swapping its plumage for a vibrant red shell and black spots! Kids will be buzzing with excitement as they bring to life this ladybug turkey disguise craft.
Who says turkeys can’t be as cute as pandas? With a few clever tweaks, preschoolers can turn their gobbling friend into a cuddly panda, complete with black-and-white markings and a sweet smile. Just download the template and make this panda turkey disguise craft.
Add a pop of color to your celebration with our vibrant feathered friend who’s traded his usual plumage for a rainbow of colors. Children will have a blast bringing this turkey crayon disguise craft colorful character to life!
Blast off into a world of creativity with this astronaut turkey disguise craft! Your little ones will have lots of fun turning their turkey into an out-of-this-world adventurer.
Get ready for a gobble-licious adventure! We’re turning turkey time into mummy magic. With this disguise a turkey mummy craft, young creators can transform their feathered friends into cute creatures of the night.
Mr. Turkey is trading his feathers for a cozy hat and beard, resulting in a delightful gnome disguise. Children will enjoy creating their whimsical woodland creatures right down to the mushroom details. Check out our gnome turkey disguise craft to see all the details.
Kids can score some major fun points with this disguise a turkey basketball player craft that’s perfect for sports fans! The little turkey is trading his feathers for a jersey and hitting the court, ready to make that slam dunk!
Who’s ready for some festive football fun? Our football turkey disguise is helping Mr. Turkey swap his feathers for a football and step onto the gridiron! This is an absolute touchdown of a project that kiddos will have fun making!
Here’s a mission that’s as stealthy as it is creative – transforming our turkey into a super cool ninja. This disguise a turkey ninja craft is perfect for little agents aged between 3-10 years who are ready to take on a fun and exciting project.
Who says turkeys can’t be penguins? With this adorable penguin turkey disguise, you can enter a world of icy fun and frolic in the snow! It’s a waddle-worthy activity that will keep little ones entertained while on Thanksgiving break.
This flower turkey disguise craft is not just your regular project. It’s a turkey that’s decided to embrace the beauty of nature and transform it into a charming flower. Imagine the giggles as kids bring to life a turkey that’s as colorful as a garden in full bloom.
Check out this spooky turkey transformation when preschoolers make this disguise a turkey as a ghost craft! They’ll have a blast giving their gobbler a ghostly makeover, all while exercising their creativity and fine motor skills.
This turkey in disguise police officer craft is on a mission to dodge the dinner table. It is a fun activity that offers your kiddos a chance to let their creativity shine and develop essential skills like hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
Give your turkey a whimsical makeover with our fairy turkey disguise! No one will ever suspect that this creature is actually a turkey in disguise. Follow the simple steps and download our free template to make your turkey fairy!
This next easy activity combines two of our favorite things – yummy treats and fun crafts! Our turkey cupcake disguise is an excellent way to get creative with your little ones. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving parties or as a fun family activity.
Our cheetah turkey disguise is excellent for little crafters who love animals and want to add some wild flair to their turkey transformation. Let your little ones show off their artistic side with this fun, easy-to-make disguise!
Buzz on over to this adorable bee turkey disguise. Your kiddos will love putting together this cute DIY, and they’ll also work on their fine motor skills while cutting and pasting! Toddlers, pre-K, and kindergarten-aged children will love this one.
This fluttering butterfly turkey disguise is quick, easy, and super adorable. With just a few simple materials, your turkey will be transformed into a beautiful butterfly in no time! This idea is perfect for kids of all ages and can be used as a Thanksgiving OR springtime decoration!
How To Catch A Turkey Activities
Preschoolers can help disguise a turkey like a cow craft with this fun project. Making this cow disguise for their turkey will help him blend in with the farmyard and keep him off the holiday menu!
Our pig turkey disguise craft is a creative way to help Mr. Turkey hide in plain sight as a cute little pig. This fun project lets children enhance their fine motor skills while using their imagination to keep Mr. Turkey safe.
The turtle turkey disguise craft is a simple way for kids to help Mr. Turkey hide from the Thanksgiving feast by turning him into a sneaky turtle. This engaging activity encourages creativity and fine motor skill development as children cut, glue, and decorate their clever disguise.
Your little ones can join the fun by helping the turkeys stay out of trouble by making this adorable black cat turkey disguise craft. This fun project gives them the chance to lend a hand (or paw) in keeping the turkeys safe this Thanksgiving.
Kiddos will love helping Mr. Turkey go undercover by turning him into an adorable bear! This turkey disguise bear craft uses a free printable template and some basic supplies, making it super easy and fun.
The ice cream turkey disguise craft is a fun way for kids to help turkeys stay safe this November! Using simple materials, they can turn a turkey into a sweet ice cream treat. It’s creative, easy, and sparks imagination while keeping little hands busy!
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Get ready for a prehistoric twist this November! This dinosaur turkey disguise craft lets young creators turn their turkey into a roaring dino, making the holiday extra exciting and imaginative.
The piñata turkey disguise craft is a colorful, creative activity that lets kids hide their turkey by turning it into a festive piñata! With cutting, gluing, and decorating involved, it’s perfect for building fine motor skills and encouraging imagination.
Help your turkey stay safe this Thanksgiving with the adorable gumball machine turkey disguise craft! Using a fun and colorful design, kids can dress their turkey as a gumball machine using the free printable template.
Hide the turkey in plain sight this holiday season with this christmas tree turkey disguise craft! Little crafters will enjoy decorating it with ornaments, lights, and a shiny star to create a festive masterpiece.
Give your turkey a wild new identity this season with this disguise a turkey tiger craft! Kids can use the free printable template to dress up their turkey in orange stripes, helping it hide from Thanksgiving dinner.
March into the holiday season with a touch of festive creativity. The Nutcracker Turkey Disguise Craft lets children turn their turkey into a classic nutcracker, adding Christmas cheer to their fall fun.
This granny turkey disguise is a silly and creative way to help Ms. Turkey avoid becoming the main course. It’s an activity that encourages storytelling, imagination, and a whole bunch of fun with this turkey looking like a little old lady.
Have kids learn about Thanksgiving with this Pilgrim Turkey Craft, featuring a festive turkey in a classic pilgrim hat and collar.
Your little sluggers can help this turkey stay safe by turning him into a baseball player! With the Baseball Turkey Disguise, he’ll be ready to hit the field instead of the dinner plate.
Which project will your child choose this year?
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Sorry! I meant to say Christmas tree disguise turkey template. Thank you!!
No problem. Just head to that post: https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/christmas-tree-turkey-disguise/. Then, all you need to do is click the image at the end of the post that says, “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” and then enter your email in the form, and you’ll get the template link!
Pokémon turkey template
Hi! If you go this post: https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/disguise-a-turkey-printable/, then scroll down, you’ll see the form at the end of the post to enter your email address in. After you do that, you’ll get the download page link ◡̈
Thanks
You’re welcome! I hope you found the perfect one!
I’m interested in turkey disguise printable.
Great! If you click through to the blog post of the disguise you want and scroll to the end you’ll see the “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” image. Just click, enter your info in the form, and you’ll get the download page link ◡̈
Great activity!! Fun for the holidays!!
Thank you! So glad you think it’s a fun idea for Thanksgiving!
A great activity!
Thank you! So glad you think it’s a good one!
please send me turkey disguise templates,thanks
Hi! You can go to the individual blog posts to get the templates or you can get a set of 16 of them in our shop here: https://shop.simpleeverydaymom.com/products/turkey-disguise-project-crafts
please send me turkey disguise templates,thanks
Hi! If you go to the individual blog post of the one you like, you can get the template there ◡̈