Are you looking for a fun, creative, and heartwarming activity to do with kids this Valentine’s Day? Enter today’s torn paper robot craft—a playful, hands-on project that combines art, learning, and a good dose of Valentine’s spirit!
Perfect for classrooms, group activities, or a cozy morning at home, this adorable robot craft engages kids’ imaginations while creating a keepsake they’ll love giving to someone special.
With simple supplies, easy instructions, and endless customization options, the “I Like You a Bot” craft is bound to be a hit with kids of all ages. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to make your own Valentine’s Day robot masterpiece!
Craft Supplies:
Good news—this project doesn’t require any fancy materials! Most items you’ll likely already have at home or in your classroom. Here’s your checklist:
- “ROBOT” PRINTABLE – on our landing page
- Cardstock Paper {white}
- Gray Construction Paper
- Crayons
- School Glue or Glue Stick
- Googly Eyes
- Heart Stickers
- Embellishments
Now that you’ve got your supplies, it’s time for the fun part—tearing up the paper and building a bot!
Directions:
- First download and print the FREE I like you a “BOT” template listed above, on a single piece of cardstock paper. You will need to print ONE for each craft you want to do with your child.
- Have kids use crayons to color in the arms/legs in the robot design.
- Now help your child cut/tear their second sheet of gray paper into small pieces.
- Next grab the school glue and put a good amount of glue in the center of the robot’s body in the printable.
- Have children place their paper pieces on top of the glue {adding more if needed} until it’s is completely covered.
- The final step is to add the googly eyes and heart shaped “buttons” to finish off the robot design.
- Once done decorating, set aside to let it all dry completely before displaying/gifting your child’s handmade Valentine’s Day robot card proudly!
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The charm of this “I Like You a Bot” torn paper craft isn’t just in its creativity—it’s in the joy it brings to kids and their loved ones. Crafting together provides an opportunity for families and students to bond, learn fine motor skills, and express themselves in a fun, imaginative way.
Valentine’s Day is all about spreading love, and what better way to do that than with a handmade gift like this? Whether your robot’s mismatched arms add a silly twist or the hearts on its chest bring a heartwarming touch, each piece will tell its own special story.
Gather your supplies, get tearing, and start building robots with your little ones today. They’ll be saying “I like you a bot!” to everyone around them in no time.
