Paper Plate Mouse – Kid Craft Idea

Hi friends! We have been sharing a TON of ideas on Glued To My Crafts that go along with our favorite children’s books and today we are continuing on with the fun theme, with yet another EASY kid craft that goes along perfectly with the book Frederick by Leo Lionni.

This book has great illustrations, as well as a beautiful story about the power and the value of imagination. It was one of my personal favorites growing up and I’m so glad I have recently added it to my son’s ever-growing book collection. Paired with our easy Paper Plate Mouse Kid Craft, I have to say this set is slowly becoming my favorite craft to date!

So there is no need to “scream” because this paper plate and tissue paper mouse craft is totally cute, harmless and completely customizable so the kids can really let their imagination go wild with it. Find the complete step-by-step tutorial below and get straight to work. Don’t forget to grab the book to read in celebration of this adorable creation!

Happy crafting my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child paper mouse creations with us on our Facebook page to admire! #gluedtomycrafts

Paper Plate Mouse Craft Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate {one per mouse craft}
* Gray Tissue Paper
* Gray Colored Cardstock
* Black Colored Cardstock
* School Glue
* Kid Friendly Craft Scissors
* Hand-Held Office Stapler
* Large Wiggle Eyes {one per mouse craft}

Directions:

* First cut your gray colored tissue paper into small squares {let the kids practice their cutting skills}
* Next up – take your large paper plate and cut it in half. Straight up the center to make it into TWO equal pieces.
* Put a good amount of glue all over one paper plate half {reserve the other half for a future craft such as our paper plate cars tutorial}
* Now have children place the gray tissue paper on top of the glue, until it’s completely covered.
* While they are working on that, cut out the mouse’s facial features from the cardstock. Think tail, nose, whiskers, ears etc.
* To finish off the Paper Plate Mouse kid craft – simply staple/glue the cardstock pieces to the paper plate, add the wiggle eye and then display it proudly for all to see!
* Don’t forget to share pictures with us when you are done so we can see your hard work! #gluedtomycrafts

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