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Paper Plate Monkey Craft

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 10 minutes
Drying Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Make this cute and easy paper plate monkey craft! It's great for jungle themed parties or study units!
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Author: Sam T
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Materials

  • Paper plates
  • Brown paint
  • Colored card stock or construction paper in tan and medium brown
  • White card stock
  • Tape optional
  • Glue stick
  • Monkey template download form located at the end of this page

Instructions

  • Download the free monkey template, print and cut out the pieces.
  • Paint a paper plate medium brown and let dry completely.
  • Glue the monkey's face to the middle of the paper plate.
  • Glue both eyes to the face, just above the nose on both sides.
  • Glue the tan inner ear to the brown outer ear on both sides.
  • Use tape to secure the monkey's ears to the top, sides of his face.