Are your students ready to showcase their creativity this Thanksgiving? This Turkey in Disguise Bulletin Board project is the perfect way to get your class involved in a fun and educational activity that also promotes creativity and writing skills. Whether it’s part of your holiday lessons or a fun classroom project, this resource will help your students think outside the box and disguise their turkey in the most imaginative ways!
 

This versatile bulletin board set is designed to encourage students to use their imagination while practicing writing and creative thinking. Disguise a turkey costumes come in a variety of fun and quirky themes, from pirates to astronauts and even chefs. Each student will pick their favorite turkey disguise and complete the " How to Disguise a Turkey " writing assignment to go along with it. This low-prep, no-hassle activity saves teachers valuable time while making sure students stay engaged and learn.
 
 
What’s Included:
✅ A set of turkey templates (with and without feathers)
✅ A variety of "disguise" elements, including costumes like a firefighter, astronaut, doctor, and more
✅ Pre-colored and black-and-white options for coloring
✅ Writing prompts to help students describe their disguised turkey
✅ Feathers for the students to cut and stick on their turkey
✅ Clear, easy-to-follow directions for students and teachers
 
 
Key Features:
No-Prep: Simply print out the templates and let the students do the rest.
Variety of Disguises: From a pineapple to a mermaid, your students can disguise their turkey in endless ways!
Supports Writing: After designing their turkey, students will describe it using the prompts provided, helping to develop their writing and descriptive skills.
Flexible Use: The templates are versatile and can be used in a variety of classroom settings.
 
How to Use It in the Classroom:
Preparation: Print the turkey templates and disguise elements.
Creative Time: Let students choose their disguise and color in or cut out the elements they want to use.
Writing: Once the turkeys are dressed, students will write sentences based on the prompts provided (e.g., “Looks like a ________, likes to ________, hides in ________”).
Display: After completing the activity, arrange the turkeys on the bulletin board for a festive and educational display.
Target Audience:
This resource is ideal for elementary school students, particularly those in grades 1-4. It works great for Thanksgiving-themed lessons and can be used as part of an English Language Arts or creative writing curriculum.
 
Materials Needed:
Scissors for cutting out disguise elements
Glue or tape for attaching the disguise pieces and feathers
Crayons, markers, or colored pencils for decorating
Teacher Tips or Usage Ideas:
Group Activity: Have students work in pairs or small groups to create a “Turkey Disguise Parade” where they can showcase each other's turkeys.
Extended Writing: Encourage students to write a longer story or a detailed description about their turkey’s new identity and adventures.
Classroom Display: Create a large "Disguise a Turkey Bulletin Board" to display all the student-created turkeys. It's a fun way to decorate the classroom while also reinforcing creativity.
 
Ready to add a dash of creativity to your classroom this holiday season? Get this fun, low-prep Turkey in Disguise Bulletin Board resource today and let your students’ imaginations run wild!