Hi friends! We have been sharing a TON of ideas 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 mouse 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!

Supplies:

* Large Paper Plate
* Gray Tissue Paper
* Gray/Black/White Cardstock
* School Glue
* Scissors
* Stapler

Directions:

* First cut your gray colored tissue paper into small squares {let the kids practice their cutting skills}
* Take your paper plate and cut it in half. Put a good amount of glue all over one paper plate half {reserve the other half for a future craft} Have children place the 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 eyes, nose, whiskers, ears etc.
* To finish off the mouse kid craft – simply staple/glue the cardstock pieces to the paper plate and display proudly!

If you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas that go along with our favorite children’s books, be sure to check out these fun posts. And “if” you decide to make this craft, please share a picture on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram with #gluedtomycrafts for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!

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