How To Draw A Turkey Stack For Thanksgiving – Folding Surprise

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In this lesson, students learn how to create a fun turkey stack drawing, perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving. The project involves folding paper to create a layered effect, drawing three distinct turkeys with unique expressions, and adding colorful details to complete the artwork. By following the step-by-step instructions, participants can express their creativity and share their finished pieces with friends and family.
  1. What do you need to start making your turkey stack drawing?
  2. Can you tell me how to make the turkeys look different from each other?
  3. What colors will you use to make your turkey stack look fun and special?

Create Your Own Turkey Stack: A Fun Drawing Guide

Let’s have some fun making a turkey stack drawing! This is a cool art project you can do, especially for Thanksgiving. Grab your drawing tools, and let’s get started!

What You Need

  • Drawing paper
  • Markers
  • Scratch paper (any color)
  • Scissors (optional)

Step 1: Get Your Paper Ready

  1. Fold the Paper: Take the top of your paper and fold it down to the bottom. Make sure the edges match and press the fold well.
  2. Create a Flap: Fold the bottom edge back up to the top and press it down again.
  3. Flip the Paper: Turn your paper over so the folds are facing down.

Step 2: Draw the First Turkey

  1. Draw the Head: On the top half of the folded paper, draw an oval for the turkey’s head above the middle fold.
  2. Add Facial Features: Draw a “V” for the beak and connect it to the oval. Add a waddle on the side and two circles for the eyes. You can add pupils or eyelashes if you like.
  3. Draw the Body: Below the head, draw a “U” shape connecting back to the head.
  4. Add Wings and Feet: Draw curved lines for the wings and small “U” shapes for the feet. Add a line in the middle for the talons.
  5. Create the Tail Feathers: From the back of the body, draw lines that curve out and connect back to the body.

Step 3: Unfold and Draw the Second Turkey

  1. Unfold the Paper: Open your paper to see the first turkey on top and space for the second turkey below.
  2. Draw the Bottom Turkey’s Head: Repeat the steps for the head, making sure it fits within the folds.
  3. Express Emotions: Give this turkey a different expression. You can draw an open beak and closed eyes to show it’s surprised.
  4. Draw the Body and Features: Follow the same steps to draw the body, wings, and feet, making this turkey look different from the first one.

Step 4: Finish the Drawing

  1. Draw the Top Turkey: Above the first turkey, draw another head and body, making sure it fits within the top fold.
  2. Add Details: Include wings and feet, connecting all parts properly.
  3. Tail Feathers: Draw the tail feathers for this turkey, changing their shapes and sizes for a fun look.

Step 5: Color Your Turkey Stack

Now that your turkey stack is ready, it’s time to add some color! Use your markers to color your turkeys, and you can also draw a background. Maybe add some grass or a fence to make it look even better.

Conclusion

Great job on making your very own turkey stack! This fun project is a wonderful way to celebrate Thanksgiving. Share your artwork with your friends and family, and feel free to add your special touches. Happy Thanksgiving!

  • What do you think makes each turkey in your drawing unique? Can you think of ways to make them look even more different from each other?
  • Have you ever seen a real turkey? What do you remember about it, and how does it compare to the turkeys you drew?
  • Why do you think we often draw turkeys for Thanksgiving? Can you think of other animals or symbols that are special for this holiday?
  1. Turkey Observation Walk: Take a walk outside with a parent or guardian and look for birds. Observe their colors, shapes, and sizes. How are they similar or different from your turkey drawing? Try to spot different types of birds and discuss what makes each one unique. Draw a picture of your favorite bird from the walk and compare it to your turkey stack.
  2. Turkey Stack Storytime: Create a story about your turkey stack. What are the turkeys doing? Are they preparing for a Thanksgiving feast, or are they on an adventure? Write a short story or tell it out loud to a friend or family member. Use your drawing as inspiration and add new characters or settings to make your story exciting.
  3. Color Mixing Experiment: Use your markers to explore color mixing. On a piece of scratch paper, try combining different colors to see what new colors you can create. Can you make a new color for your turkey’s feathers? Experiment with mixing colors to find the perfect shades for your turkey stack, and then apply them to your drawing.

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