When kids think about farms, what do they picture in their minds?
Is it a big red barn with lots of cows and horses roaming the fields? Or maybe there are some chickens pecking at their feed in the coop.
Whatever it is, there’s no doubt that farms are a fun and interesting place to visit.
And what’s just as fun as visiting a farm? Making your own farm craft!
This paper plate pig craft is cute and simple to make. All you need is some paint and a few basic supplies. Let the fun begin!
Also, be sure to check out all of our easy farm animal crafts for kids for more ideas.
Pig Craft For Kids
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Supplies
- Paper plate
- Pink paint
- Colored card stock
- White card stock
- Black sharpie
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- Pig template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)
Directions
Download the template, print it, and cut out the pieces you need. Paint the paper plate with a few thin coats of pink paint. Let dry completely.
Take the eyes and glue them towards the top of the paper plate.
Next, glue the nose in the middle of the paper plate, just below the eyes.
Take the ears and glue them to the top and back of the paper plate.
Use a black marker to draw a mouth on just below the nose.
Finish off by gluing the hooves to the back and bottom of the paper plate.
This pig craft is so simple to make that it makes the perfect art project for toddlers, preschoolers, and Pre-K kids.
If you want to make it with your kids or students, don’t forget to download the free template by entering your email in the form at the bottom of the page.
Do you want to keep your kids entertained all year long with fun animal crafts? We’ve got you covered! Our animal craft book has 52 weeks of unique & adorable animal crafts for kids. Watch your child’s creativity blossom as they improve fine motor skills!
Farm Animal Ideas For Kids
An easy way to keep the fun and learning going is to create a farm animal unit study. We’ve got lots of ideas to keep the kids engaged! Just scroll down below and pick your favorites and you’ll be done planning in just a few minutes.
Farm Books For Kids
Mr.s Wishy-Washy’s Farm is a classic farm animal books for kids. In this story, the animals revolt against Mrs. Wishy-Washy’s baths and leave the farm. You have to read the story to find out what crazy shenanigans the animals run into after they leave the farm!
Little Blue Truck is one of the most popular books in our house. The cool illustrations and rhyming words really make this story fun to read. And with a whole series after this one, kids love getting to know the characters more and more!
The Cow Said Neigh! is a fun and silly book about farm animals who wish they were another farm animal. Kids will enjoy the rhyming and learn that each of us (animals included) has strengths we should embrace.
Farm Crafts For Kids
Crafting is a great way for kids to develop a variety of skills. It can help them learn to follow instructions, use their imagination, and be patient. In addition, crafting can also teach kids about colors, shapes, and textures. Crafting is a fun way for kids to express themselves and be creative.
Try adding in some more farm crafts for kids below.
Goat Paper Bag Puppet Craft – Kids love pretend play, and what could be more fun than acting out life on the farm with this puppet? This craft is simple to make and only requires a few supplies. Just grab a brown paper bag, some construction paper, scissors, and glue. Then let your kids get creative, cutting and gluing to create their very own goat puppet.
Handprint Chicken Craft – This chicken craft is not only farm-themed and super cute, but it’s also paint-free! It’s perfect for a farm animal unit or for any time you want to make a fun chicken craft with your kiddos.
Cow Headband Craft – It’s time to mooo-ve on to this fun cow craft for kids! This simple project can be made from paper, making it a perfect activity for a rainy day or farm-themed birthday party.
Farm Activities For Kids
Children will love practicing their fine motor skills and number recognition with these fun farm color by number printables. There are seven different pictures to choose from, each with a different picture.
These farm animal printables are a great way to help kids learn while they’re having fun. With these activities, kids can practice their handwriting, letter recognition, sequencing, and more. They are also great for promoting problem-solving skills.
This farm playdough kit comes with everything kids need to create their own mini-farm, including dough in multiple colors, plastic animals, and various gardening tools. They can use their imaginations to design their farm however they want, and you can be sure they’ll have a blast doing it!
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More Farm Ideas For Kids
Paper Plate Pig Craft
This paper plate pig craft is a super simple farm animal activity that's great for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten kids.
Materials
- Paper plate
- Pink paint
- Colored card stock (in black and pink)
- White card stock
- Black sharpie
- Glue stick
- Pig template
Tools
- Scissors
Instructions
- Download the template, print it, and cut out the pieces you need. Paint the paper plate with a few thin coats of pink paint. Let dry completely.
- Take the eyes and glue them towards the top of the paper plate.
- Next, glue the nose in the middle of the paper plate, just below the eyes.
- Take the ears and glue them to the top and back of the paper plate.
- Use a black marker to draw a mouth on just below the nose.
- Finish off by gluing the hooves to the back and bottom of the paper plate.
Free Pig Template
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Linda
Wednesday 28th of August 2024
I would love this to do the craft with my 2 year olds for the letter P and the color Pink!
Sam
Wednesday 28th of August 2024
Since you’re a subscriber, you just need to enter your email in the form at the end of the post. After that, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
Lyshae
Monday 26th of February 2024
Template for the paper plate pig craft please
Sam
Tuesday 27th of February 2024
Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.
Roxie
Wednesday 14th of June 2023
template for the paper plate pig craft please
Sam
Wednesday 14th of June 2023
Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.
Amy
Saturday 15th of April 2023
how do i get the pig paper download plate
Sam
Monday 17th of April 2023
Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page 🙂
Robin
Thursday 16th of March 2023
Love it going to use it for my parent child activity
Sam
Friday 17th of March 2023
Oh, great! Thank you ◡̈