Monkey Tissue Paper Craft For Kids [Free Template]

If you plan a trip to the zoo, you’ll definitely want to add in some fun crafts for kids to learn more about the different animals they can see there.

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When kids visit the zoo, they love to see the monkeys swinging around and being so cute and clever. That’s why they’ll go bananas to create this fun monkey tissue paper craft.

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Supplies

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

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Begin by spreading glue over a small section of the monkey outline.

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Use the appropriate colored tissue paper in the section you spread glue over.

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Repeat the previous two steps all over the monkey until it is completely filled.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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