Rocket Paper Plate Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Are your kids super interested in outer space right now? If so, they’re going to love creating this rocket paper plate craft!

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It’s just one of our easy rocket activities for kids that’s so fun to make.

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Supplies

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

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Paint the paper plate in 1-2 thin coats of paint of your choice. Let it dry completely before moving on.

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Place the rocket base template in the middle of the paper plate, trace, and cut it out.

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Begin to assemble the ship by gluing the tip to the top of the rocket. Trim off the excess paper with scissors.

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Create the windows by gluing the window frames to the rocket. Next, glue the windows to the window frames.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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