In celebration of Read Across America next week AND Dr. Seuss’ birthday – here is a Horton inspired craft idea made out of popsicle sticks!

Horton Hears A Who Craft Idea w/Popsicle Sticks

In celebration of Read Across America next week AND Dr. Seuss’ birthday – here is another Dr Seuss themed craft tutorial and I call it our Popsicle Stick Horton craft!

Not only is this friendly popsicle stick elephant super simple to make BUT this adorable creature also goes along perfectly with the beloved classic “Horton Hears A Who!” by Dr Seuss {affiliate link}

Horton is back! After his first appearance in Horton Hatches the Egg, everyone’s favorite elephant returns in this timeless, moving, and comical classic in which we discover that “a person’s a person, no matter how small.” Thanks to the irrepressible rhymes and eye-catching illustrations, young readers will learn kindness and perseverance (as well as the importance of a good “Yopp”) from the very determined—and very endearing—Horton the elephant.

So what are you waiting for? Grab those craft supplies and make this awesome Horton themed kids craft with your child today! Be sure to also head to your local library and read some Dr. Seuss books in honor of your crafty venture! Happy crafting my friends!

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Looking for a fun and easy craft project to do with your kids? Try this popsicle stick Horton craft idea!

Craft Supplies:

Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
School Glue
Light Blue Cardstock Paper
Black Cardstock Paper
Light Blue Craft Paint
Paint Brush
Small Paper Plate
Kid Friendly Craft Scissors
Small Pink Pom Pom
Large Wiggle Eyes

Directions:

First grab three popsicle sticks {three per elephant} and glue them together to look like a triangle.
Set aside to let it dry completely.
While that is drying, grab your light blue cardstock and cut a triangular shape that will be placed within the popsicle stick design and be the face of Horton.
At this time, you should also cut out two ears, an elephant trunk and hair out of the remaining cardstock.
To finish off the Popsicle Stick Horton Kid Craft – have children paint their popsicle stick design completely blue, as well as gluing the paper pieces and eyes/nose in place.
Once done, set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!

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Don’t let the crafty fun end here! We have more ideas for you!

So what fun ways are you going to celebrate Dr Seuss’ birthday? Will it be today’s Dr Seuss Horton inspired craft idea? I sure hope so! Let us know in the comments what your plans are! I can’t wait to hear from you!

And before you click away from our site, you should also check out our Paper Plate Cricket, Paper Plate Green Eggs, and Paper Plate Elephant craft posts! #gluedtomycrafts

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