Thing 1 and Thing 2 Craft (Free Template)
In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, we’re going to show you how to make a Cat in the Hat Thing 1 Thing 2 Craft! This is a great activity for kids of all ages, comes with a free Thing 1 and Thing 2 printable template, and it’s really easy to do.
This fun Dr. Seuss craft about Thing 1 and Thing 2 is perfect for Dr. Seuss Day or just a fun craft for your kids to make. All you need is some construction paper, scissors, glue, and our free Thing 1 and Thing 2 Template. Let’s get started!
Dr. Seuss Day Craft Ideas
If you’re looking for a good read, look no further than Cat in the Hat Thing 1 Thing 2. This children’s book is sure to keep your little ones entertained for hours on end.
Written by Dr. Seuss, this book follows the story of two kids who are visited by the Cat in the Hat one day.
The Cat in the Hat shows them how to have some fun and get out of their housework! Thing One and Thing Two are sure to make your kids laugh out loud.
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Supplies needed:
Colored craft papers or Construction Paper
Craft glue
Sharpie
Pencil
Scissors
How to Make a Thing 1 and Thing 2 Craft
We have provided a free printable Download Thing One and Thing 2 template for you to complete this craft. You can download the free printable cutouts PDF below. We have also included free printable circles for Thing 1 and Thing 2.
Step 1:
Select white, blue, and red colored craft papers for the craft. Trace the hair pattern on blue paper, the legs, arms, and body patterns on red paper, and the rest of the patterns (head and round shape) on white paper.
Cut out the traced patterns nicely.
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Step 2:
Attach the head to the hair pattern and attach the leg patterns on the bottom side of the body pattern.
Step 3:
Attach the hand patterns on both sides of the body pattern. Use a black Sharpie to write down ‘Thing 1’ and ‘Thing 2’ on the round-shaped paper.
Step 4:
Attach the round number label in the middle of the body pattern.
Step 5:
Attach the head to the top side of the body pattern.
Step 6:
Use a sharpie to draw the face of the Thing 1 and Thing 2 papercraft puppet.
Step 7:
Similarly, craft the other pair of the Thing 1, Thing 2 craft.
Who are the Cat in the Hat, Thing 1, and Thing 2?
In the popular children’s book “The Cat in the Hat,” Thing 1 and Thing 2 are a pair of mischievous twins who create chaos wherever they go.
The two characters first appear when the Cat in the Hat brings them to Sally and her brother’s home, where they proceed to make a mess of the house.
Throughout the story, the pair cause havoc with their wild antics, but in the end, they help to clean up the mess they’ve made. While Thing 1 and Thing 2 may be troublemakers, their antics are ultimately harmless and even helpful at times.
As a result, they remain some of the most beloved characters in children’s literature.
This easy craft lets kids cut, color, and assemble their own mischievous blue-haired characters using simple materials like paper, scissors, and glue.
Dr. Seuss Crafts:
Cat in the Hat Hat (Free Printable)
Cat in the Hat Handprint Craft
It’s a perfect activity for celebrating Read Across America Day, Dr. Seuss week, or a themed classroom lesson. While creating their Thing One and Thing Two craft, kids can practice fine motor skills, creativity, and storytelling as they recreate scenes from the beloved story or imagine new adventures for the energetic duo.
This printable craft is simple to prepare and makes a cheerful addition to reading activities, classroom displays, or homeschool fun.
If you adore Dr. Seuss as we do, check out our other fun Dr. Seuss Printables and Crafts!
