This Fox in Socks inspired activity is a fun activity to do after reading the book! Kids will love decorating their own sock for fox.
Fox in Socks is a Dr. Suess classic that is filled with tongue twisting fun. Just like the inside of the book says, take it slowly, this book is dangerous! I wanted to get this Fox in Socks activity and printable ready for Dr. Suess Day which is coming up quickly on March 2nd. This Fox in Socks activity is perfect for celebrating Dr. Suess day!
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My kids are huge fans of Dr. Suess. I think one of their all time favorites was How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Green Eggs and Ham. Fox in Socks has recently started to take the limelight, though. Who doesn’t love a good Dr. Suess book? I am huge fan of using a book to learn with or do crafts with. It helps make the book more memorable and enforces a love of reading which is so important for kids.
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Great for at home fun or a classroom setting
This Fox in Socks activity is great for both at home fun with your child, homeschool preschool, or even a classroom setting. One really fun idea in a classroom setting would be to have each student decorate their sock and then display them on a big cork-board on or a classroom door.
My kids had a blast doing this activity after reading the book and I loved this activity because it was super simple to set up. It’s also great because you can use whatever craft supplies you have on hand to decorate the socks. Nothing special is needed and the below printable is super easy to download.
What reading level is Fox in Socks?
Fox in Socks is great for children anywhere from 3 to 7 years old but this activity is really flexible. Even younger toddlers can take part in decorating their own sock. Just watch out for small craft pieces if you are doing this activity with a younger toddler.
Supplies needed for this activity
For this Fox in Socks inspired activity, you will need:
- Crayons or markers
- Glue
- Craft supplies such as stickers, pom poms, pipe cleaners, sequins, or feathers (use whatever you have on hand)
- The free printable sock (you can find it below)
- Scissors (for adults to cut out the sock for the child, if desired)
For our socks we used crayons, pipe cleaners, and sequins. Really, this craft is very flexible so use what you have or what your child likes to craft with.
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How to do this activity
To do this activity, first gather up any craft supplies. You’ll need things like: crayons, markers, stickers, sequins, pom poms, feathers, and pipe cleaners. Really, you can use almost anything to decorate the socks, nothing special is needed just grab what you already have and put it to good use. Next you’ll need to grab the printable below. Print out the sock and have your child decorate it. If desired, cut out the sock for them and then hang it up or display it. I think these socks would look especially cool displayed together if an entire classroom did some.
Other fun ideas for Fox in Socks
One of my favorite things related to Fox in Socks is Wes Tank rapping the entire book. Fox in Socks is already quite the tongue twister just reading it at a normal pace. This video is pretty impressive and also very entertaining for kids. I am always intrigued every time I watch it.
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How to download the printable sock
To download and print this free printable click the black download button below. Please remember, this printable is free for personal use only, no commercial reproduction of any kind is allowed.
Tamara says
This is an adorable way to really bring the book to life!
Patricia Chamberlain says
This looks like a really cool activity! We will have to try it out soon.
Brittney Hafner says
Love this!! I’m all about spreading education on how important books are to kids. This is a perfect example.
Bri says
How cute! Thanks for the printable! Can’t wait for my toddler to color it tomorrow!
Anitra says
This is one of my favorite Dr. Seuss books! This is such a fun open-ended activity for children!
Stephanie says
Very neat. It reminds me I need to check all relevant days for my niche so my content can reflect it.
Nice going!!
Tabea says
Sounds like a very fun activity for one of these gloomy winter days.