Paper Plate Walrus Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Winter is finally here! If your children love the winter season, they’ll love this paper plate walrus.

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If you need more activities, browse our favorite winter animal crafts and find the one that’s perfect for your little ones!

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Start by downloading the template and printing it out. Once the template is printed, gather the materials for this fun activity.

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First, guide your child to paint the paper plate with 1-2 thin coats of paint and let it dry completely.

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Next, help your child trace the walrus head template onto the paper plate and cut off the top section only.

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Position the eyes towards the top of the head and glue in place.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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