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50+ Dr. Seuss Crafts and Activities for Preschoolers (Fun and Easy!)

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“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you.” – Dr. Seuss (link to quote HERE)

 

What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book? Or maybe you have a favorite Dr. Seuss character? For most of us, Dr. Suess has been a part of our childhood in some form or fashion. Whether you watched movies based on his stories or read his books, we are familiar with the Grinch, the Lorax, and Green Eggs and Ham.

Many of Dr. Seuss’s books are truly classics at this point! Oftentimes, I’ve even seen Oh, the Places You’ll Go! as a favorite book to be given to graduates. Dr. Seuss’s stories and characters have become both nostalgic and timeless.

With all of that in mind, we will be taking a look at 50 fun Dr. Seuss crafts and activities for preschoolers or young kids. In preview, we will be looking at a “cat in the hat” craft, a “green eggs and ham” activity, and even one that involves truffula trees and both red fish and blue fish. I hope that we will cover most of your favorite characters from the beloved books and movies and that your children will have so much fun with these 🙂

Before we jump into all the activities and crafts, we will take a deeper look at Dr. Seuss and the significance of his contribution to literature.

Dr. Seuss’s full name was Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Dr. Seuss’s birthday was March 2, 1904 (Biography.com Editors, link HERE). Altogether, he published over 60 books over the course of his lifetime. A few of his most popular books would be The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax, Green Eggs and Ham, and Horton Hears a Who! just to name a few.

Since this post is all about Dr. Seuss’s books, I did want to go ahead and include a list of some of the more well-known Dr. Seuss classics. These are affiliate links which means that I do get a small commission (at no additional cost to you), if you order through my link 🙂

 


 

With all of that said, let’s jump into some of the fun ideas we have for Dr. Seuss activities for young children and preschoolers!

 

1. Cat in the Hat Crafts

 

Here are just a few fun craft ideas that are specifically “Cat in the Hat” themed. Included in this list are a hand print craft, a Cat in the Hat paper plate craft, a hat craft with popsicle sticks, and several more great craft ideas that are perfect for little hands.

 

cat in the hat paper plate craft
Cat in the Hat paper plate craft by The Resourceful Mama (link HERE)

 

This Cat in the Hat paper plate craft is both simple and cute. It doesn’t require many supplies and would work for multiple different ages.

 

cat in the hat craft
Cat in the Hat Shapes craft by Non-Toy Gifts (link HERE)

 

Again, this is a simple craft that would work for preschool kids. It really only requires some construction paper, glue, scissors, and a pen.

 

Free cat in the hat drawing instructions
Cute Cat in the Hat Drawing Instructions by Deep Spaces Sparkle (link HERE)

 

If you have children that love to draw, this site give step-by-step instructions for how to draw Cat in the Hat. It’d be a fun way to bring in your older children, too, since no drawing will likely look exactly alike 🙂

 

Fun Cat in the Hat activities with play dough
Cat in the Hat Play Dough Tray by Fun a Day (link HERE)

 

Are you looking for a fun activity that will help your littles with their fine motor skills? This Cat in the Hat themed Playdough tray would be a great way to do that!

 

cat in the hat craft
Cat in the Hat Pencil Dot Paint Craft by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

This Cat in the Hat craft does require some printing, but it’s super simple and is a fun spin on other painting activities for littles.

 

The Cat in the Hat inspired Dr. Seuss Sensory Play Idea
Dr. Seuss inspired Sensory Tray by The Educators Spin on It (link HERE)

 

Though this Cat in the Hat Dr. Seuss activity does require some supplies in the form of fun, little toys to include with the sand, it would be fun for those days when you just want to throw some things together to help your littles with their fine motor skills. It may be good to use this sensory tray outside to eliminate some of the cleaning up!

 

Cat in the hat sensory tray
Cat in the Hat Sensory Tray by Science Sparks (link HERE)

 

Here’s another sensory tray idea that involves dyed rice instead of sand. It also doesn’t necessarily require Dr. Seuss themed toys since it’s more about the colors than the actual Dr. Seuss toys.

 

Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Cookies recipe.
Cat in the Hat Inspired Strawberry Hat Cookie Snacks by Planning Playtime (link HERE)

 

Here’s a fun snack idea for your reading or tea time! You could even have your little help assemble these little treats if you wanted to:)

 

Cat in the Hat Pom Pom and popsicle sticks Craft
Cat in the Hat Pom Pom and Popsicle Sticks Craft by Hunny I’m Home DIY (link HERE)

 

Here’s another Dr. Seuss craft to help with fine motor skills 🙂 I think this activity would also be a great opportunity for older kids to help the younger.

 

Free Printable Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Play Dough Mat
The Cat in the Hat Play Dough Mat with Free Printable by Coffee Cups and Crayons (link HERE)

 

I’m a fan of play dough mats since they can be used over and over again 🙂 It’s a small investment that enables a lot of creative time in play for your kids.

 

Thing 1 and Thing 2 Crafts

 

It seems like it was much easier to find the handprint crafts that were Thing 1 and Thing 2 themed! So many of these crafts are so cute and would be a great way to bring the Cat in the Hat story to life for your littles!

 

Thing 1 and Thing 2 Toilet Paper Tube and Handprint Craft
Thing 1 and Thing 2 Toilet Paper Tube and Handprint Craft by Frugal Momeh (link HERE)

 

Handprint Thing 1 and Thing 2 Puppets
Thing 1 and Thing 2 Popsicle Stick Handprint Puppets by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Popsicle Stick Thing 1 & 2 - Cat In The Hat Craft
Popsicle Stick Thing 1 and Thing 2 Cat in the Hat Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Dr Seuss Craft, Thing 1 Hat Craft
Dr. Seuss Inspired Thing 1 Hat Craft by The Joys of Boys (link HERE)

 

Cat in the Hat Craft - Thing 1 and Thing 2 toilet paper rolls.
Cat in the Hat Thing 1 and Thing 2 Toilet Paper Roll Craft by Planning Playtime (link HERE)

 

Two handprint Thing 1 crafts
Thing 1 and Thing 2 Handprint Card by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

2. The Lorax Crafts

 

This next list is themed specifically around “The Lorax” and includes some pom poms trees, another handprint craft, a Lorax toilet paper roll craft, a Lorax paper plate craft, and even a puffy paint craft! These are so cute, and if you’re looking for crafts that involve paint, these may be the perfect crafts for you and your littles:)

 

Lorax and Truffula Trees Craft Paper Craft
Lorax and Truffula Trees Craft Paper Craft by Big Family Blessings (link HERE)

 

Fork Painted The Lorax Crafts
Fork Painted Lorax Craft by Our Kid Things (link HERE)

 

Microwave Salt Dough Handprint Lorax Craft
Microwave Salt Dough Handprint Lorax Craft by Jinxy Kids (link HERE)

 

Paper Plate Lorax - Kid Craft
Paper Plate Lorax Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Dr. Seuss The Lorax Paper Bag Puppet
Dr. Seuss The Lorax Paper Bag Puppet Craft by The Relaxed Homeschool (link HERE)

 

Craft Paper and Paint Handprint Lorax Craft
Craft Paper and Paint Handprint Lorax Craft by Detail Oriented Diva (link HERE)

 

Truffula Trees Crafts

 

Dr. Seuss Art Project - color mixing truffula trees
Color Mixing Truffle Trees by Schooltime Snippets (link HERE)

 

truffula trees craft from the Lorax
Truffle Trees Craft from the Lorax by I Can Teach My Child (link HERE)

 

Dr. Seuss' The Lorax fluffy trees DIY project
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax Fluffy Trees DIY Project by Coffee and Vanilla (link HERE)

 

Tissue Paper Truffula Trees Craft
Tissue Paper Truffle Trees Craft by About a Mom (link HERE)

 

The Lorax Truffula Trees Craft: A Fun Craft for the Kids! Tissue paper and Paper plate
Tissue Paper and Paper Plate Truffula Trees Craft by Mom Does Reviews (link HERE)

 

Puffy Paint Dr. Seuss Craft with Fingerprint Lorax
Puffy Paint Dr. Seuss Craft by I Heart Arts N Crafts (link HERE)

 

easy popsicle stick truffula tree craft
Easy Popsicle Stick Truffula Tree Craft by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

3. Horton Hears a Who Crafts

 

Okay, these crafts are adorable! I love some of these little elephants 🙂 I also want to include the following iconic and sweet quote from Horton Hears a Who!:

 

“A person’s a person, no matter how small.” – Dr. Seuss (link HERE)

 

hand holding handprint Horton craft
Horton Hears a Who Handprint Craft by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

2 paper plate horton crafts
Paper Plate Horton Hears a Who Craft by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

Horton from Horton Hears a Who is on a green and white backround holding a clover.
Horton Hears a Who Cute Little Construction Paper Craft by Whispered Inspirations (link HERE)

 

Balloon Elephant Card - Kid Craft
DIY Balloon Elephant Card Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Finished Horton Hears a Who Bookmark with Tassel
Horton Hears a Who Bookmark Craft (with printable!) by Mombrite (link HERE)
Styrofoam Cup Dr. Seuss Horton Hears A Who Craft For Kids
Styrofoam Cup Horton Hears a Who Craft by I Heart Arts N Crafts (link HERE)

 

Handprint Horton Elephant Craft with Dr. Seuss: An easy book craft to make with kids while enjoying Dr. Seuss day or learning about elephants
Handprint Horton Elephant Craft by A Little Pinch of Perfect (link HERE)

 

Handprint Horton Hears a Who Craft
Handprint “A Person’s a Person No Matter How Small” Craft by Catholic Icing (link HERE)

 

Construction Paper Horton Hears a Who Craft
Construction Paper Horton Hears a Who Craft by Jenni Can Knit (link HERE)

 

4. One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish Crafts

 

If you’re looking for a craft that will only take a little time, than you can probably find the perfect Dr. Seuss craft in this following list or the next. There are a few craft and activity ideas that involve printing and the dot markers that would be perfect if you just need a quick activity! There are also some more involved crafts, here, if those are more your thing 😉

 

This dot marker printable pairs great with the classic Dr. Seuss book "One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish. Use do a dot markers, bingo daubers, pom poms, or dot stickers.
Red Fish and Blue Fish Dot Marker Activity by The Resourceful Mama (link HERE)

 

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Dr. Seuss Paper Plate Craft
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Dr. Seuss Paper Plate Craft by I Heart Crafty Things (link HERE)

 

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Handprint Dr. Seuss Craft
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Handprint Craft by Daycare Answers (link HERE)

 

5. Other Dr. Seuss Books Crafts

 

In this list of Dr. Seuss crafts for preschoolers, here you will find a few crafts that are from Dr. Seuss’s other books. There are a few “Green Eggs and Ham” themed crafts along with “Ten Apples Up on Top,” “Oh the Places You’ll Go!” “Bartholomew and the Oobleck,” and “Go Dog. Go!” craft ideas!

 

Paper Plate Dr. Seuss Green Eggs and Ham Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Kids practice letter naming recognition with this Green Eggs and Ham printable! Celebrate Dr. Seuss during Read Across America Day!
Green Eggs and Ham Letter Recognition Activity with Printable by Still Playing School (link HERE)

 

Stamped Apples Up On Top Hat - Kid Craft
Stamped Apples Up On top Hat Activity by Glued to My Crafts Blog (link HERE)

 

Thing 1, The Lorax, The Cat in the Hat and Horton paper bookmarks
Free Printable Color in Dr. Seuss Bookmarks by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)
FREE printable book activity to go along with the classic Dr. Seuss book Ten Apples Up on Top. Perfect counting activity for toddlers and preschoolers for the Fall, Apple theme and Back to School season.
Ten Apples Up on Top Counting Activity and Printable by Tot Schooling (link HERE)

 

Bartholomew and the Oobleck Science Experiment
Bartholomew and the Oobleck Activity by ABCs of Literacy (link HERE)

 

Dr. Seuss color by number printables image collage with the words Dr. Seuss Color By Number in the middle
Dr. Suess Color by Number Printables by Simple Everyday Mom (link HERE)

 

Oh the Places You'll Go! Hot Air Balloon Craft
Oh the Places You’ll Go! Hot Air Balloon Craft by Teaching In Stripes (link HERE)

 

Oh, The Places You'll Go - Handprint Keepsake Printable
Oh the Places You’ll Go! Handprint Hot Air Balloon Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

Super EASY Go, Dog. Go! Paper Plate Dog Craft Idea
Paper Plate Go, Dog. Go! Kid Craft by Glued to My Crafts Blog (link HERE)

 

Super FAST Go Dog Go! Popsicle Stick Car - Kid Craft Tutorial
Dr. Seuss Go Dog Go! Popsicle Stick Craft by Glued to My Crafts (link HERE)

 

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Whew! That was quite the collection of Dr. Seuss crafts for preschoolers and young children. Not going to lie, this compilation took me some time! That said, I sincerely hope that this list of Dr. Seuss inspired activities is helpful to you and that you will try some of these adorable ideas with your littles as you seek to bring the stories to life for them. These books are truly so sweet and are worth reading over and over to your children.

 

Did you have a favorite Dr. Seuss craft idea?

Or maybe you have a favorite Dr. Seuss book from when you were a kid?

Please let me know in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you 🙂

 

Until next time

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If you’re looking for some more activities to do with your kids, here are some links to other posts I’ve put together:

 

20+ Spring Activities for Kids

Apple Craft Activities for Kids

 

This post discussing Dr. Seuss Crafts for Preschoolers contains affiliate link(s) which means that I receive some form of compensation in return (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase through my link:)

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