I challenge YOU and your child to celebrate Groundhog’s Day with this adorable Paper Plate Groundhog craft tutorial today!
It’s even got some adorable paper handprint cutouts for his beard, so it’s even cuter!
Groundhog Made From A Paper Plate
If you don’t know much about the Groundhog’s Day holiday – it’s celebrated every year, in the United States, on February 2nd.
Legend has it that if the groundhog doesn’t see his shadow on this particular day, that means spring is just around the corner. Although it’s not always true or exact – it’s still a fun way to celebrate the tradition in your home {especially if you have young children!}
So on that note, if you are looking for a clever way to in-cooperate this non-traditional holiday into your crafty plans and get the kids talking about the old tale behind the day, today I have a easiest tutorial to share with you all! Our Paper Plate Groundhog w/handprint beard is really easy, inexpensive and most importantly – super fun!
With just a few simple steps and supplies – you too can pull together this adorable creature in no time. You could even check out your local library for Groundhog Day themed books to really tie the theme together!
So what are you waiting for? A shadow? A sunny day? Just find the step-by-step tutorial below, grab those supplies and get to work on making a tissue paper & paper plate groundhog head with your child today!
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Celebrate Groundhog’s Day with this adorable paper plate groundhog craft tutorial! It’s simply perfect for kids of all ages!
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- Light Brown Tissue Paper
- Craft Scissors
- School Glue
- Dark Brown Cardstock Paper
- Light Tan Cardstock Paper
- Pencil
- Hand-Held Office Stapler
- Two Large Wiggle Eyes
Directions:
- First have children cut up the light tan tissue paper into small squares {let the kids practice their cutting skills}
- Now take the large paper plate and put a good amount of glue all over it.
- Have children place the tissue paper on top of the glue, until the paper plate is completely covered.
- When done, set aside the paper plate to allow it dry a bit.
- Now grab ALL the sheets of cardstock, pencil and scissors.
- Trace your child’s hands on the light tan cardstock.
- Trim out the traced handprint pieces.
- Use the stapler to staple them together to look like a beard.
- Next, out the dark brown cardstock, cut out some ears and a heart shaped nose for the groundhog.
- To finish off the paper plate groundhog craft, simply glue/staple the cardstock and wiggle eyes pieces in place.
- Then display proudly for all to see!!!
- Don’t forget to share pictures of your completed craft on your various social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
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