Last Updated on December 20, 2025 by Masha Eretnova
If you’re rereading The Lorax, Cat in the Hat, or any other of the amazing books created by Dr Seuss, you can make reading even more fun for little ones by introducing some play and simple crafts into the process.
These fun (and simple) Dr Seuss Crafts for kids will work great for toddlers, preschool and older kids to celebrate Dr Seuss Day (March 2nd) or simply bring some favorite characters to live.
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Grinch Popsicle Stick Photo Frame Dr Seuss Craft
This Grinch popsicle stick photo frame is a simple Dr Seuss craft that brings How The Grinch Stole The Christmas personality to life with green paint, cute little heart, and a spot for your child’s photo. It’s got just enough popsicle sticks and color to feel fun without being fussy.
Perfect for early elementary ages, this one makes little hands paint and glue confidently, and kids get a proud keepsake to display after. It’s pretty hard to mess up and buys you a quiet moment.
Green Eggs & Ham Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
The green eggs and ham paper plate Dr Seuss craft uses Play‑Doh or paint to make a breakfast scene right on a paper plate. Kids can sculpt or paint gloppy green “eggs” and a pink ham shape for delicious fun.
Best for preschool–early elementary, this one feels like messy play in a good way. It ties sensory touch and story recall together with no pressure to be perfect.
Lorax Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
The Lorax paper plate Dr Seuss craft turns a simple plate into the mustachioed face of the Lorax with bright orange paint and paper tuft eyebrows. Add a yellow plate base and simple cut shapes to make this instantly recognizable and fun to assemble.
Great for ages 4–9, this project builds scissor confidence and gets kids chatting about environmental themes in a silly way. The fluffy paper tufts make it sensory and enjoyable for repeated play.
Thing 1 & Thing 2 Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
This Thing 1 and Thing 2 paper plate Dr Seuss craft makes mischievous twins out of two plates, big blue hair, and bold red outfits. Toddlers and pre-K kids love the playful faces and wild shapes, and you can swap expressions for endless funny versions.
It’s a low‑stress craft for celebrating Dr Seuss Day or any silly storytime.
Grinch Coloring Page & Drawing Tutorial
A good excuse to rewatch the movie and do some coloring or practice drawing Grinch face! With a Santa hat and his signature grim, this drawing or painting idea will be a hit at any classroom and at home.
- 5 beloved beginner books by Dr. Seuss will be cherished by young & old alike.
- Ideal for reading aloud or reading alone.
- Includes: The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, Hop on Pop and Fox in Socks.
- Perfect gift for new parents, birthday celebrations & happy occasions of all kinds.
- Hardcover Book
- Hardcover Book
- Dr. Seuss (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 868 Pages – 09/06/2022 (Publication Date) – Random House Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Truffula Tree Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
The Truffula tree paper plate Dr Seuss craft from The Lorax turns ordinary paper plates into fantastical Seussian trees with colorful tops and striped trunks. The fuzzy tissue tops add a soft sensory feel that kids can’t resist fluffing.
Cat in the Hat Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
This The Cat In The Hat paper plate Dr Seuss craft uses paper plate, papers, and markers to make the famous feline grin. Bold reds and blacks give it strong visual pop, and kids can add their own goofy face.
Ages 3–8 will enjoy the simple shapes and steps. It’s quick, bold, and perfect right after reading the book together.
Fish Handprint Dr Seuss Craft
The fish handprint Dr Seuss craft turns little hands into bright, blue and red fish straight from One Fish Two Fish. Popsicle sticks, handprints, and playful eyes make this one super easy craft for preschool.
Grinch‑Inspired Wreath Dr Seuss Craft
This Grinch‑inspired wreath Dr Seuss craft is a festive mix of greens, reds, and a touch of Grinch personality for holiday door decor. Soft felt and bold trims make it tactile and snazzy without being tricky.
Great for older kids and teens, it’s a seasonal delight that doubles as playful décor.
Thing 1 and Thing 2 Paper Dr Seuss Craft
Another Thing 1 and Thing 2 Dr Seuss paper craft turns simple paper into playful characters you can wave around. The bold colors and happy faces practically dare kids to giggle. Plus, these two have fun hairstyles!
Good for ages 4–9, this one boosts scissor confidence and gives a fun take‑home character from your Seuss celebration. Kids love making a whole cast of Dr Seuss characters.
Truffula Trees Treats
This Truffula trees mixe edible fun with hands‑on making — colorful marshmallow snacks feel like Seuss‑style Trufulla lollipops. It’s a Dr Seuss craft that doubles as a snack centerpiece.
Perfect for ages 5–10 with supervision for edible bits, it blends art and taste for parties or book celebrations. Easy to assemble and delicious to enjoy when done.
- THE LORAX
- Hardcover Book
- Dr. Seuss (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 72 Pages – 08/12/1971 (Publication Date) – Random House Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Celebrate Dr Seuss Day Truffula Trees Craft
This Dr Seuss Truffula trees craft uses bright colors and fluffy embroidery threads to mimic the iconic trees The Lorax once supervised. The fun textures make this project feel fancy without being fussy.
Great for ages 4–8, it uses simple gluing skills and will be great for twins.
Cat in the Hat Craft
The Cat in the Hat craft uses bold stripes and simple shapes to make your own Seuss cat. Little makers assemble glue stripes to recreate hats and faces that feel instantly familiar from the book.
Perfect for ages 3–7, with younger kids needing some help with gluing.
- Hardcover Book
- Dr. Seuss (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 72 Pages – 09/29/2026 (Publication Date) – Random House Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Cat in the Hat Popsicle Stick Dr Seuss Craft
This Cat in the Hat popsicle stick Dr Seuss craft builds the classic Cat with a popsicle stick, drawn face, and some felt scraps. It’s a fun low-prep kids’ activity to celebrate March 2nd (Dr Seuss Day)
There’s a Wocket in My Pocket Lacing Activity
This There’s a Wocket in My Pocket lacing activity brings Seuss silliness into fine motor play with bright shapes and big holes to lace through. The funny characters peek out of pockets, making hands work and imaginations wander.
Perfect for preschool age through early elementary, it gives sensory engagement and coordination work in one. It’s playful, tactile, and easy to revisit.
Get the book to combine reading and crafting!
Red Fish Blue Fish Sensory Science Bin
The Red Fish Blue Fish sensory science bin adds water play, scoops, and bright fish shapes to make One Fish Two Fish come alive. You get tactile sensation with tools and floating pieces that feel instantly inviting.
Ideal for toddlers to kindergartners – they are literally obsessed!
Put Me in the Zoo Paper Plate Dr Seuss Craft
The Put Me in the Zoo paper plate Dr Seuss craft turns plates into wacky creatures with big eyes, ears, and wild patterns. Each plate becomes a silly beast that’s different from the last.
Great for ages 4–8, the open‑ended shapes mean kids can invent their own zoo stars. It’s a nice mix of cutting, painting, and imagination.
- Put Me in the Zoo (I can read it all by myself’ Beginner Books)
- Hardcover Book
- Lopshire, Robert (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 61 Pages – 08/12/1960 (Publication Date) – Random House Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Handprint Horton Elephant Dr Seuss Craft
This handprint Horton elephant Dr Seuss craft makes Horton out of your child’s palm prints, turning little hands into big ears and kind eyes. Add gray paper and simple shapes for a lovable Seuss character.
Perfect for toddlers and kindergarten. It’s easy to display and great paired with the book Horton Hears a Who!
Dr Seuss Paper Plate Fish Craft
The Dr Seuss paper plate fish craft from Simple Everyday Mom makes fish shapes from plates and vivid tissue or paint for a splashy scene from One Fish Two Fish. Big eyes and bold fins make this instantly fun to assemble.
Great for ages 3–10, this one is simple enough that three‑year‑olds can join in with minimal help. It’s bright, hands‑on, and ties perfectly to storytime.
Wonky Dr Seuss‑Inspired Wreath Craft
The wonky Dr Seuss‑inspired wreath craft is all about funky shapes, whimsical lines, and uneven stripes that feel straight out of Whoville. Bright paper, curly embellishments, and fun angles make this wreath feel joyful and silly.
Perfect for school‑age kids, it’s a little more detailed but still enjoyable without complicated steps. It’s a fun craft to team up on and hang proudly after.
Fork Painted Thing 1 Thing 2 Craft
This fork-painted Thing 1 Thing 2 craft uses a paintbrush alternative — forks — to make wild blue hair on Seuss’s famous troublemakers. You can use a free printable from the tutorial to make the activity easier for younger kids.
Good for toddlers and day care. It’s a fun way to mix art techniques into your Dr Seuss Day projects.
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Masha Eretnova, born in 1991, is a Buenos Aires-based certified teacher, artist, and member of the Professional Artist Association with 20+ years of personal painting journey.
She started painting and drawing very early and is now an international abstract artist and educator passionate about acrylic painting, gouache, and crafts.
Her works are part of international exhibitions and contests, including ArtlyMix (Brazil), Al-Tiba 9 (Spain), Exhibizone (Canada), Italy, and many more.
Besides her artistic pursuits, Masha holds a post-grad diploma in Teaching Film Photography and 2 music school diplomas: piano and opera singing.
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