Paper Plate Sloth Craft For Kids With FREE Template

Sloths are such funny creatures and we just love them, which is why we made this paper plate sloth craft!

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It’s an easy zoo animal craft for kids to make that’s great for creating with preschoolers, pre-k, and kindergarten children.

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Supplies

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

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Begin by painting the paper plate in a thin coat of brown paint. Let dry completely before moving on.

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Place the sloth head template on the paper plate, trace, and cut out.

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Glue the sloth face to the middle of the paper plate.

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Next, take the nose and draw on the nostrils with a black marker. Glue the completed nose just above the mouth line.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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