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Paper Plate Bee Craft For Kids

Paper Plate Bee Craft

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Drying Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Make this cute and easy paper plate bee craft with the kids this spring season!
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Author: Sam
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Materials

  • Paper plates
  • Yellow paint
  • Colored card stock
  • White card stock
  • Black pipe cleaners
  • Black marker
  • Glue stick
  • Tape optional
  • Bee craft template

Instructions

  • Download the bee template, print and cut out the pieces.
  • Paint the paper plate yellow and let dry completely before moving on.
  • Next, glue the eyes inside the middle circle line of the plate.
  • Use the black marker to draw on a smile just beneath the eyes.
  • Cut out 2 long thin strips of paper from the black cardstock and glue onto the paper plate, just below the smile. See the picture for reference.
  • Flip the paper plate over and tape the stinger to the bottom of the paper plate. Also tape the bee's wings to the back of the plate, one on each side.
  • Cut a black pipe cleaner in half. Curl one end of it with your finger to make a loop. Repeat with the other half.
  • Flip the paper plate over on the back and tape the antennae to the top of the paper plate.