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February 27, 2013 By Nicolette Lennert

Yertle the Turtle Crafts & Ideas

 “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:

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  • The Cat in the Hat Crafts
  • Our Dr. Seuss gallery of ideas
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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss,

Nicolette

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