Paper Plate Penguin Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Kids aren’t able to play outside as much and they’re home more for Christmas break that you’ll need some fun indoor activities to keep them occupied.

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Today we’re sharing one of the simplest and cutest crafts to date, this paper plate penguin craft!

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Supplies

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Download the paper plate penguin template, print, and cut out the pieces.

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Paint the paper plate black. You don’t need to paint the whole paper plate, just the outside and a small portion by the top.

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Draw the eyes on the top of the white penguin piece.

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Glue the white penguin piece to the middle of the black paper plate.

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Glue the penguin’s beak at the end of the dip on the white center.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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