Paper Plate Humpback Whale Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Whales seem to be incredibly mesmerizing to children, and with good reason too!

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Kids who love whales will want to make this cute paper plate Humpback whale craft!

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Supplies

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

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Paint the paper plate in 1 or 2 thin coats of paint. Let dry completely before moving on.

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Place the whale head template on the paper plate, trace, and cut it out.

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Take the belly pieces and use a blue gray marker to draw curved lines along it from top to bottom.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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