Here’s a classic math activity for kids perfect for the Thanksgiving season, a pattern block turkey craft. Children will explore shapes and rotational symmetry while making these colorful turkeys for Thanksgiving!

This symmetry turkey craft using pattern blocks was always one of my favorite projects to do with my kindergarten and first grade classes. This activity provides a hands-on way for children to explore shapes and rotational symmetry while creating some colorful art for Thanksgiving!

Pattern Block Turkey Craft

Materials for Pattern Block Turkey Craft

Construction paper in various colors
Glue stick
Googly eyes
Scissors or paper cutter (I use this little one all the time at home.)
Paper cut into the shapes of pattern blocks. You can purchase pattern block sheets or some schools have die cut machines you can use.

Directions for Pattern Block Turkey Craft

1. Cut a 9 inch x 9 inch square of black construction paper for your background.

2. Glue a hexagon in the center of your black paper square to start.

3. Use the paper shapes to begin building around your hexagon. Glue them in place.

4. Once you’re finished with your design, it’s time to turn it into a turkey! Cut out two brown circles for your turkey head and body. (You can cut out your own circles or use our circle template. Here’s a template for creating a single turkey, or if you’re making a large set, print out this template perfect for a group.)