Not too long ago, my son’s preschool class did a classroom unit on penguins. After learning how much fun my lil man had in class during that week, I decided to continue the fun at home by creating this Cotton Ball Penguin kid craft for him.
With just me helping with the glue, my son was able to create this adorable penguin piece in no time. Now it’s displayed proudly on our fridge and I want YOU & your child to add one to your fridge too!!
To help you along the way, not only am I sharing this easy step-by-step tutorial, but I’m also sharing the printable template that goes along with this craft for FREE. All you need to do is download the file below, print it and glue some cotton balls on the penguin’s belly. It’s super easy, especially since I laid the framework out for you with the printable!
So what are you waiting for? Waddle on over to your craft supplies and gather everything you need to make this simple & inexpensive kid craft. I bet your child is going to love it!
Happy crafting, my friends! #gluedtomycrafts
Cotton Ball Penguin Craft Supplies:
* Free Printable
* Colored Printer
* White Cardstock
* Cotton Balls
* Kid Scissors
* School Glue
* Orange Cardstock for the Nose
* Black Cardstock for Eyes or Plastic Wiggle Eyes
Directions:
* First download and print the free Penguin Printable.
* Next have children put a good amount of glue in the white area of the penguin printable.
* Have children place their cotton balls on top of the glue, until it’s completely covered.
* To finish the Cotton Ball Penguin kid craft, cut out some eyes/a beak out of the cardstock {or use wiggle eyes} and glue on top of the cotton balls. Then display proudly!
If you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas to make with your child today, be sure to check out these fun posts:
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Elva Roberts says
Thank you, Stacey, for such a cute craft. I know my little great grandchildren would love it. I am sure most pre-K, kindergarten and primary teachers would love it as well. You are a very ‘crafty’ person.
Jess says
I cannot get this image to download or print! Help!
Lindsey says
Thank you so much for this! My children loved it because they got to the almost the whole project without any help from me. Perfect for their age range!
Chelsea says
Just had a week on peguin with our 3 year old at preschool so we did your craft at home! Turned out great and he had fun too! Thanks
Kimberly says
Have made this adorable penguin in years past it’s a huge hit and so adorable …we are making again today! Thx always for the fun crafts! Kountry Kidz Daycare ❤️‘S!!!