Wintertime is a great time for crafting with young children! There are so many fun ideas to keep them busy and creative.
Today, we’re sharing a super easy paper plate bear cave craft idea that is perfect for chilly days.
This hibernating bear craft project is simple enough that kids of all ages can participate, and the finished product looks adorable! Plus it goes along perfectly with the Bear Snores On book!
This winter, we’re going to show you how to make you and your preschooler, how to recreate this bear cave craft idea from a paper plate!
You’ll only need a few supplies, and it’s perfect for when you need some indoor entertainment for your own little bear! Let’s get started!
Craft Supplies:
- Large Paper Plate
- FREE BROWN BEAR PRINTABLE
- Light Brown Cardstock Paper
- Color Printer
- Paper Craft Scissors
- Black Craft Paint
- Brown Craft Paint
- Two Paint Brushes
- White Cotton Balls
- School Glue
- Embellishments
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Directions:
- First things first – cut off a small section of your large paper plate to make the bottom of the bear cave lay flat.
- Discard the small piece you just cut off.
- Now go ahead and paint the outer rim of the paper plate piece completely brown, while painting the inside of it black.
- Set aside the paper plate for now.
- Next up – using scissors, trim out ONE bear shape from your printed printable.
- Go ahead and glue that bear piece to the center of your painted paper plate.
- The final step is to glue some cotton ball “snow” on the bottom of the “cave” to pull the theme together.
- Now add anything else you like {it’s a fun way to customize it} before allowing it to dry completely and displaying proudly for all to see!
RELATED —> “H” is for Hibernation Bear Cave
Are you by chance looking for more fun winter themed kid crafts? Maybe you need something fun for in the classroom?
Well… we have you covered on Glued To My Crafts!
Check out these past posts for some more inspiration! Be sure to also follow on Pinterest for even more crafty things from us!
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Paper Plate Bear Cave Craft
This bear cave craft is perfect for cold days when you want to stay in and relax, or for festive occasions like Christmas.
- Paper Craft Scissors
- Two Paint Brushes
- 1 Large Paper Plate
- Light Brown Cardstock Paper
- Black Craft Paint
- Brown Craft Paint
- White Cotton Balls
- Embellishments
Instructions
- First things first - cut off a small section of your large paper plate to make the bottom of the bear cave lay flat.
- Discard the small piece you just cut off.
- Now go ahead and paint the outer rim of the paper plate piece completely brown, while painting the inside of it black.
- Set aside the paper plate for now.
- Next up - using scissors, trim out ONE bear shape from your printed printable.
- Go ahead and glue that bear piece to the center of your painted paper plate.
- The final step is to glue some cotton ball "snow" on the bottom of the "cave" to pull the theme together.
- Now add anything else you like before allowing it to dry completely and displaying proudly for all to see!
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