Learn how to draw a turkey with an easy step by step tutorial. This bird is made with just a few simples shapes, that students can embellish as they wish.

This bird has proven to be a very successful drawing project over the years, and one that I would bring out for just about any age level. Most kinders can navigate drawing an oval, neck and fan shapes, and older students are free to get more experimental with different media.

The sample above is made with crayons, but below you can see some turkeys created with markers, both on white paper and black. And if the white paint markers are not in your budget, then try metallic. Crayola and Prang make some that are safe for kids, and really look amazing on dark paper.

There’s also a paint idea that uses instant coffee. The brown color is built in, and students can practice playing around with the value. The more water they add, the lighter the colors get.