Grinch Paper Plate Craft For Kids [Free Template]
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How The Grinch Stole Christmas is a classic Christmas movie you have to watch each year!
Whether you love the original Boris Karloff one, the Jim Carey version, or the newest movie with Benedict Cumberbatch, it’s a holiday tradition.
Since we love the original one the best, we created this easy paper plate Grinch craft for kids. It’s a simple Christmas activity children of all ages will love making.
Read on below or watch our how-to video to see how to make this festive project with your kids! Also, be sure to check out all of our fun Grinch crafts for kids for even more fun ideas!
How To Make Paper Plate Grinch
One of our favorite things to do is take simple supplies that you probably already have at home and turn them into fun and cute projects for kids!
Everything you need to make this Grinch paper plate is listed below.
Supplies
- Paper plate
- Green paint
- Black marker
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Grinch template (click the “click here to get your freebies” image at the end of the post)
Directions
Start by downloading the template and printing it out. Once you have the template printed, gather the materials needed for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this Grinch to life!
First, encourage your child to paint the paper plate green all over and let dry completely.
Place the Grinch head template on the paper plate, trace it, and cut it out.
Glue the eyes about 2 inches down from the top of the Grinch’s head.
Next, help your child to glue the green nose just below the eyes.
Draw the Grinch’s eyebrows and smile with the pencil, then draw over it with the black marker. Outline the top of the eye and draw two small eyelashes.
Now, glue the Santa hat fluff to the bottom of the red hat. Glue the hat puff to the pointed end of the hat.
Place the assembled Santa hat on the Grinch’s head and glue it into place.
Finally, guide your child to glue the white pom pom at the end of the hat.
That’s it! This cute Grinch craft is super simple and easy to do. Don’t forget to explore our Christmas crafts for kids while you’re here!
Christmas Ideas For Kids
Christmas is a magical time of year for kids, and there are plenty of ways to help them enjoy the holiday while also learning.
A few great ways to do this are with books, DIYs, and fun activities! We’re sharing lots of ideas for kids to have fun and learn this holiday season, so read on below!
Christmas Children’s Books
Dasher: This wonderfully illustrated Christmas book for kids gives you the back story on one of Santa’s favorite reindeer, Dasher! Girls will especially love to read this since Dasher is a girl.
Construction Site On Christmas Night: Fans of the fun characters of the construction site books have to add this Christmas-themed story to their collection. See how the trucks get ready for Christmas!
How To Catch An Elf: Kids everywhere love the silliness of this Christmas story. The rhymes and the illustrations will draw the kids in as well. This is a Christmas book kids will want to read every year!
Kids’ Christmas Crafts
Grogu Gingerbread Man Craft – This Baby Yoda gingerbread man is the perfect way to keep your gingerbread man safe from being eaten during the Christmas season. This activity is simple and easy for kids to make, and it only requires a few supplies that you probably already have at home.
Related: Christmas Matching Worksheets
Pink Reindeer Headband Craft – This pink reindeer headband for girls is a fun and cute way to create something this Christmas season. With its bright pink antlers and pink head, this Rudolph-inspired headband is sure to bring smiles of delight!
Elf On The Shelf Photo Craft – Just in time for Christmas, this easy elf on the shelf is perfect for kids of all ages. With just a few simple supplies, they can turn themselves into Santa’s elf in no time.
Christmas Tree Paper Bag Puppet – This whimsical Christmas tree puppet is sure to bring a smile to any child’s face. It’s easy to make, using just a few simple materials. Once their puppet is complete, encourage them to put on a show for the whole family. This holiday activity is sure to provide hours of fun and laughter.
Kids’ Christmas Activities
The Grinch is a fun, silly character that kids love. He’s also a great way to teach kids in a fun way! These free printable Grinch worksheets for preschool and kindergarten are a great way to engage kids in learning. The worksheets include a variety of activities such as a letter maze, label a Grinch, and handwriting practice page.
Try this Grinch Handprint Card Craft
The holiday season is here, and that means it’s time for some Christmas fun! This roll a reindeer game is perfect for little ones. Just print out the sheet, grab some pom poms, and let the good times roll. Players will take turns rolling the dice and filling in the colored spots. The first one to fill all of the spots wins!
These Christmas pattern block mats are sure to bring some holiday cheer to your home! Not only are they festive and colorful, but they’re also great for promoting fine motor skills and creative thinking. Simply print out the mats on cardstock, then have your little ones place the pattern blocks in the correct spot.
This Christmas I Spy printable pack is a great activity for keeping kids entertained during the holiday season. Your little ones can work together to find all the hidden Christmas objects in the picture! This activity is not only fun but also helps with visual discrimination and counting skills.
Christmas Tree Tissue Paper Craft
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Paper Plate Grinch Craft
Video
Equipment
- Scissors
Materials
- Paper plate
- Green paint
- Black marker
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Glue stick
- Grinch template
Instructions
- Download the Grinch template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Begin by painting the paper plate green all over and let it dry completely.
- Place the Grinch head template on the paper plate, trace it, and cut it out.
- Glue the eyes about 2 inches down from the top of the Grinch's head.
- Next, glue the green nose just below the eyes.
- Draw the Grinch's eyebrows and smile with the pencil, then draw over it with the black marker. Outline the top of the eye and draw two small eyelashes.
- Now, glue the Santa hat fluff to the bottom of the red hat. Glue the hat puff to the pointed end of the hat.
- Place the assembled Santa hat on the Grinch's head and glue it into place.
- Finish off by gluing the white pom pom at the end of the hat.
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Free Grinch Paper Plate Craft Template
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I didn’t get the template? Is there another way to get it?
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Cute
Thank you!
@Sam,
I put in my email but nothing happens. I would like the grinch template. Thanks
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The Grinch is my favorite!
Yes! He’s so fun!
Awesome Site! Thanks ?
Thanks so much, Teresa!!
I would love to have the template for my grandchildren.
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Please send me the Grinch paper plate template.
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please send me the template. Such a cute craft
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Love it
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Please send me the template!
Aw, thank you!
making these this week
Yay! Have fun!
I really love all your projects. This one is my favorite very cute I love Dr. Seuss. Thank you so much for the template it is very helpful as I am not as good for drawing anything. Again thank you much appreciated.