In celebration of Read Across America next week AND Dr Seuss’ birthday – here is another Dr Seuss themed kid craft 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 kid craft with your child today! Don’t forget to head to your local library and read some Dr Seuss books in honor of your crafty venture!!! Happy crafting my friends!!!

Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per elephant}
* School Glue
* Light Blue/Black/Green Cardstock
* Light Blue Craft Paint
* Paint Brush
* Paper Plate
* Scissors
* Small Pink Pom Pom
* 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. Repeat for each Horton you want to make.
* While those are 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!