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Cat In The Hat Paper Plate Craft

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
As we celebrate Dr. Seuss Day this year, what better way to start off than with the iconic character? Using just a simple paper plate and a handful of basic supplies, kids can bring the mischievous feline to life through this Cat in the Hat paper plate craft! 
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Author: Sam
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Materials

  • Paper Plate
  • Black Paint
  • Paint Brush
  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Cat in the Hat Template

Instructions

  • Download the Cat in the Hat template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Begin by painting the paper plate in 1-2 thin coats of black paint. Let it dry completely before moving on. Once it is already dry, place the cat’s face in the middle of the paper plate.
    hand gluing the face to the paper plate
  • Place the bowtie at the bottom of the head and glue it in place.
  • Make the hat by gluing the three red stripes onto the main piece. Cut off any paper that hangs off the sides.
    creating a hat with three red stripes.
  • Next, glue the base of the hat to the main part of the hat.
  • Take the completed hat and glue it to the top of the cat’s face.
    hand gluing the hat to the cats head
  • Finish up by gluing the ears on both sides of the head.