Use dry, pear-shaped gourds that are light in weight. (Dry them by poking holes in the gourds and letting them sit for several weeks.)

The fat end of each gourd will represent the body of the turkey, while the narrow end will be the head and neck. Poke two holes in the fat end near the middle for good balance. This is where you'll insert pipe cleaner legs. Before you insert them, fold each pipe cleaner in half and twist slightly. Slip the folded end into the gourd and bend the other end to make a foot for the turkey to stand on. Cut tail feathers from construction paper and glue to the fat end of the gourd. Glue a small scrap of red felt to the head for the wattles. Add eyes with black crayon or permanent marker.