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US Letter, 8.5 x 11 inches. Print at 100% for craft pieces; use Fit to page if your printer clips the margins. An adult should help with scissors and fitting wearable crafts.
Round ears, a bow tie and bright shorts can turn a turkey disguise into a cheerful cartoon costume. This original activity is useful for families looking for Mickey Mouse turkey disguise ideas while wanting a simple paper project children can complete themselves. The printable offers a round ear costume concept, not official Disney artwork or a licensed character template.
How to use this printable
- Choose a color plan for the ears, shirt, shorts and shoes. Limit the palette so the main costume shapes remain easy to recognize.
- Draw two round ears above the head and a small bow tie beneath the beak. Check that the ears will not overlap the edge of the paper.
- Color the outfit and add two large circles as button details. Cut and glue larger shapes before adding any tiny paper pieces.
- Write a new character name and a sentence explaining the disguise. Ask which turkey features still give the bird away and how the costume handles them.
Make the activity your own
Keep the tail fan visible as a stage curtain or decorate it with dots. A classroom can compare several round ear costumes without making every turkey identical: one might be a magician, another a musician and another a party host. Encourage the child to draw their own expression and costume details. The design challenge is communicating an idea with a few clear shapes.
Printing and questions
Print the PDF on US Letter paper in portrait orientation. Start with one copy and check the preview before making a classroom set. Use ordinary paper for a worksheet, or cardstock when the finished piece needs to stand up to handling.
Can I make a matching bow costume?
Yes. Add a paper bow between the ears and change the clothing colors to create a different character idea.
Does this include an official Mickey Mouse cutout?
No. It is an original round ear turkey costume activity. Brand names describe the search idea rather than the source of the art.