Take a trip to the bottom of the world to see the waddling wonders known as penguins! Antarctica is the home of these flightless tuxedoed birds, so they’re the perfect cold climate animal to learn about this winter.

This winter season, let’s add some frosty fun to craft time with this torn paper penguin craft.

Engaging in hands-on activities like this one is a fantastic way for kids to learn more about these adorable birds while expressing their creativity and honing important skills.

As little hands tear and paste colorful paper pieces, they are simultaneously working on hand-eye coordination, precision, and bilateral hand coordination.

Waddle on over to explore more penguin activities that will keep the kiddos entertained and educated during the chilly months.

Ripped Paper Penguin Craft

To go on this crafty Antarctic expedition, you’ll need some colorful sheets of paper, glue, and our free penguin template. With the template as their guide, each ripped piece of paper becomes a step closer to your kids making a penguin masterpiece.

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Supplies

Colored cardstock or construction paper
Scissors
Glue
Penguin Template

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Directions

Download the penguin template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Begin by spreading glue over a whole section of penguin background paper.

spreading glue on torn paper penguin craft template

Next, start tearing the black paper into small pieces. Then, begin gluing them on all parts of the penguin’s body.

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Take the eyes and glue them at the top of the penguin’s body.

Place the beak in between and slightly below the eyes and glue it in place.

Glue the belly to the middle and bottom of the penguin’s body.

hand gluing the belly of the torn penguin craft

Finish up by gluing the feet to the bottom of the penguin’s body.

hand gluing the feet of the penguin craft

If your kids loved creating this penguin craft, Be sure to check out our other winter crafts for kids while you’re here!

Polar Bear Island is a fun book for winter! Polar Bear Island is just that – only for polar bears! That is until Kirby the penguin comes to visit. She turns the place around and adds tons of interesting excitement, but will the polar bears let her stay? You have to check it out and see for yourself!

Tacky The Penguin– This is a great book for children to learn about acceptance and valuing others for exactly who they are.

Owl Babies– A sweet book that teaches kids that Mom always comes back! It’s especially great for children who may have separation anxiety.

Ideas For Winter

It’s the perfect time to embrace the season and keep little ones entertained and engaged with some creative and educational activities. Discover a collection of ideas for winter crafts, activities, and books that promise to bring warmth to the coldest days.

So, bundle up, gather your little adventurers, and read on to find the perfect wintertime ideas that will have kids having fun and fostering a love for learning during this winter season.

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Winter Animal Children’s Books

Tacky The Penguin– This is a great book for children to learn about acceptance and valuing others for exactly who they are.

Owl Babies– A sweet book that teaches kids that Mom always comes back! It’s especially great for children who may have separation anxiety.

Children’s Winter Crafts

Cardinal Handprin t Craft for Kids – This handprint craft turns little hands into charming cardinals. Kids love seeing the transformation, and parents enjoy seeing them get creative. It’s the perfect winter activity that’s fun for all ages with a personalized touch!

Owl Babies Puppet Craft – This Owl Babies puppet is inspired by the beloved children’s book! Kids can use their creativity and craft their very own adorable owl puppets. It’s a hoot of a time, perfect for imaginative play and sparking a love for crafting.

Tacky the Penguin Craft – Get ready for a creative craft inspired by Tacky the Penguin! Embrace uniqueness and self-expression with Tacky the Penguin. With an easy-to-use template and everyday supplies, kids will use their scissor skills, fine motor talents, and individuality.

Walrus Arctic Animal Craft for Kids – Kids will love bringing this adorable arctic animal to life using our free template and easy instructions. It’s a fantastic way to explore and learn about the wonders of Arctic animals.

Winter Season Activities For Kindergarten

Go on a frosty adventure with our Sneezy the Snowman craft! Inspired by the beloved character from the book, this delightful paper craft promises not just fun but a chance for kids to enhance their fine motor skills, coordination, and concentration.

Watch their imaginations soar as they bring Sneezy to life, turning chilly winter days into a creative and skill building experience! Let the snowman building begin!

Gear up for winter creativity with our paper plate winter hat craft! Ideal for young kids, this easy-to-make project lets them customize their cozy hats using paint, scissors, glue, and, of course, a paper plate.

Excitement soars as they personalize their winter wear with their favorite colors and stickers. Download the free printable template, and let your kiddos craft their unique winter style this season!

collage of winter season activities for kindergarten

For some winter learning fun, download our winter do a dot printables! Perfect for doing on chilly days indoors, these 28 pages are packed with activities that are a delight for older toddlers, preschoolers, pre-k, and kindergarteners.

From art to letters, numbers, and patterns, this printable pack turns learning into fun. Watch as your child explores and reinforces essential math and reading skills with excitement. These do a dot activities offer the kiddos endless entertainment and educational benefits this winter.

These Tacky the Penguin printables are packed with engaging activities like line tracing, do a dots, and simple math. This free worksheet pack inspired by the book, Tacky the Penguin, is a fantastic way for young learners to have fun while honing essential skills.

From fine motor exercises to cutting and pasting adventures, Tacky the Penguin brings an educational twist to the world of creativity. Kids will find joy in learning with these exciting and varied printables!

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