“Oh, Yertle the Turtle, O Marvelous Me! For I am the King, of all I can see!”
Here are some great teaching ideas, crafts, and resources for one of my favorite works by Dr. Seuss, Yertle the Turtle. This picture book isn’t without its controversy {see the end of the post for that article!}
Regardless, Yertle the Turtle is a great introduction to greed, fair treatment of workers, and political unrest. A lot of meat to chew on in this Dr. Seuss story. Plus, the story after Yertle the Turtle entitled Gertrude McFuzz, is a must-read for any parents and teachers with kids consumed with body image and looks!
Simple Yertle the Turtle Craft Ideas
Numbered Turtle Craft via Learners in Bloom
Stacking Yertles via Frugal Fun 4 Boys
Paper Stacking Turtles via Textiles 4 You
Paper Plate Turtle via Because I Said So
{by Maya, age 4}
More Yertle the Turtles via The Adventures of Miss Elizabeth
More Stacking Turtles via Happy Birthday, Author!
Yertle the Turtle Walnut Stacking Game via Something 2 Offer
Stacking Stones Inspired by Yertle the Turtle by Interactive Mamas
& more Yertle the Turtle ideas…
Yertle the Turtle Bulletin Board via Spectacular Story Time {more Seuss ideas on the site!}
Yertle can bring controversy too…from The Huffington Post
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Need more ideas to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday on March 2nd?
Stop by:
- The Lorax Crafts
- The Lorax Activities
- Green Eggs & Ham Crafts
- The Cat in the Hat Crafts
- Our Dr. Seuss gallery of ideas
- Dr. Seuss bulletin boards
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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss,
Nicolette
