Free Kid Craft How-To: paper plate animals

How to Make Paper Plate Animals

Activity: Create fun animal faces using paper plates and craft supplies!

Materials:

  • Paper plates
  • Crayons/Markers/Paint
  • Construction paper (for ears, eyes, and noses)
  • Glue

Instructions:

  1. Start by selecting an animal to create (e.g., lion, bear, cat).
  2. Color the paper plate to match the animal’s features (fur, skin, etc.).
  3. Cut out ears, eyes, and a nose from construction paper.
  4. Glue the eyes, ears, and nose onto the plate.
  5. Let your child draw any additional features, such as a mouth or whiskers.
  6. Allow the craft to dry before displaying it.