Paper Plate Ladybug Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Spring is arriving, so the earth is bursting with color from the bright green of the new leaves on trees to the colorful show of blooming flowers.

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These helpful insects are one of our favorites, so we made a fun paper plate ladybug craft for the kids to do!

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Supplies

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

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Paint a paper plate in 1-2 thin coats of red paper and let it dry completely.

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Place the ladybug’s body template on the dry paper plate, trace it with the pencil, and cut it out.

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Arrange the spots along the ladybug’s body.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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