Inspired by our newest book in our collection {Pete the Cat : Robo-Pete by James Dean} today I present to YOU our Popsicle Stick Robots kid craft idea!!!

When Pete’s friends don’t want to play the same games as he does, Pete has a great idea—he’ll build a robot that’s just like him! But when Robo-Pete gets a little out of control, Pete realizes the best thing about his friends is that no matter what they like to play, it’s always fun when they’re all together.

So what are you waiting for? Let’s make our own GROOVY Robots and read the book in honor afterwards! Happy crafting my friends!!! {affiliate link for Pete the Cat book series}

Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per robot}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {2 per robot}
* School Glue
* Silver Craft Paint
* Paint Brush
* Paper Plate
* Scissors
* Cardstock
* Wiggle Eyes
* Buttons
optional – glitter, rhinestones, feathers etc.

Directions:

* First glue your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {3 jumbo next to each other with two mini across} Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat.
* Now you are ready for paint. Go ahead and paint your popsicle sticks however you like. We gave our robots a silver look but you are more than welcome to do whatever color you like!
* Next grab your cardstock. Cut out two rectangles. One for the body and one for the face of the robot.
* To finish off your Popsicle Stick Robots – have children glue on their cardstock pieces, as well as some “button” buttons and other fun embellishments in place {don’t forget the eyes!} Then let it all sit aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!

If you are looking for even MORE easy kid craft ideas that go along with children’s books, be sure to check out these fun posts:

Paper Plate Seahorse {Kid Craft}
Happy Birthday Mouse! {Kid Craft}
Paper Plate Paddington {Kid Craft}
Paper Plate Green Monster {Kid Craft}
Paper Plate Baseball {Kid Craft}
Paper Plate Piggie & Elephant {Kid Craft}
Paper Plate Caterpillar {Kid Craft}

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