Turkey Leaf Craft (Free Printable Template)

Get ready for Thanksgiving with a fun and festive activity that also celebrates the beauty of fall!

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This turkey leaf craft will bring together all the joys of Thanksgiving and the fall season in one adorable project!

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the template and printing it out.

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First, encourage your child to glue the eyes below the eyebrows.

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Next, glue the snood below the eyes.

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Place and position the beak on top of the snood and glue it in place.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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