Paper Plate Panda Craft For Kids [Free Template]

What craft is cuter than this paper plate panda craft?! We’d say this might be our new favorite zoo animal craft for kids!

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We love creating paper plate crafts with the kids because they are cheap, easy to make, and require only a few supplies.

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Supplies

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

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Begin by placing the panda head template on the paper plate. Trace the head and then cut it out.

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Place the black paper eye are in the middle of the paper plate and glue in place.

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Next, take the eyes and glue them near the middle of the black eye are.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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