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Feed the Turkeys - Fine Motor Activity
- Learning Resources Posted On Nov 12, 2021 | 2-4 Years Motor Skills
Ready for a quick and intelligent Thanksgiving-themed activity that can also double as a table decoration? Try out this activity that we like to call, Feed the Turkeys! This can be created with materials around your house and will create hours of open-ended play!
Here is what you'll need:
- Plastic or glass jar (whatever you have on hand). If you do decide to use a glass jar, make sure to supervise the play.
- Pom-poms
- Fine Motor Tool Set
- Tape or glue
- Construction paper or colored feathers
- Googly eyes
These turkeys can be put together in under 5 minutes! All you have to do is cut out the feathers if you decide to use construction paper. Then, glue or tape the feathers, googly eyes, and beak on. BAM! That's it. Your turkeys are ready to go!
Skills Developed with this activity:
- Fine motor skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Problem-solving
- Independent play
Interested in seeing a video of how to put this activity together? Check out our Idea Pin on Pinterest!