This Paper Plate Caterpillar Craft is a fun craft idea using a paper plate. Easy instructions allow even the littlest ones to follow along to make their own very unique (and hungry) caterpillar! Take a look below for full step by step instructions.
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materials for paper plate caterpillar craft:
- Paper plates
- Green cardstock
- Pipecleaners (assorted colors)
- Craft scissors
- Googly eyes
- Liquid school glue
- Washable kids paint
- Paintbrushes
- Permanent marker
Optional book:
Instructions:
- Begin by cutting the paper plate in half and then cutting of the ribbed part (this will be our caterpillar).
- Cut a circle out of light/green cardstock (about 2 inches in diameter). Prepare the rest of the materials for the kids to use.
- Let the kids use desired paint colors to paint their caterpillars (striped caterpillars looks super cool!). Let dry.
- Meanwhile, glue on the googly eyes, draw a smile for the caterpillar with the permanent marker and trim/glue the antennae using pipecleaners.
- Once the paint has dried, glue the head of the caterpillar onto the body.
How sweet did they come out? 🙂
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What is my child learning and improving?
- Creativity (choosing paint colors, patterns for the caterpillar)
- Fine motor skills (holding the paintbrush, gluing)
- Hand-eye coordination
This craft makes an excellent idea to include in a study unit or simply learn all about caterpillars and butterflies! Book recommended!
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Enjoy this Paper Plate Caterpillar Craft!
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