Elephant Paper Cup Craft For Kids W/Free Template

Seeing an elephant sparks wonder, so encourage kids to learn more about these graceful creatures with a fun craft!

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This elephant paper cup craft brings one of our favorite zoo animals to life with some simple materials and a bit of creativity!

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Supplies

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

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Start by gluing the pink inner ears to the outer ears.

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Take the eyes and glue them beneath both of the eyebrows.

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Glue the trunk in between and slightly overlapping the bottom of the eyes.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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