Koala Paper Plate Craft
If your kiddo loves animals and messy art time, this koala paper plate craft is going to be a favorite. It’s easy, low-key, and gives you that “we actually made something today!” feeling without turning your kitchen into a disaster zone.
You only need a few basic supplies, and the result is one adorable, wide-eyed koala face your preschooler will want to show off to everyone, even the dog. Plus, it sneaks in fine motor practice and a little Australia-themed learning while they’re having fun. Win-win.
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Materials Needed for This Paper Plate Koala Craft
Let's Make a Koala Paper Plate!
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies.
Step 2: Paint the Plates
Paint both paper plates gray and let them dry completely.
Step 3: Cut the Head
Cut one of the gray plates into the shape of the koala’s head, rounded on top with wider cheeks.
Step 4: Cut the Ears
Cut the second gray plate in half and round the edges to create two large koala ears.
Step 5: Cut the Paper Pieces
Cut two smaller white ear shapes, two black ovals for eyes, two tiny white dots for eye highlights, and one large black oval for the nose.
Step 6: Layer the Ears
Glue the white ear pieces onto the gray ears.
Step 7: Attach the Ears
Glue the ears to the back of the koala head so they peek out from each side.
Step 8: Add the Eyes
Glue on the black eyes and tiny white highlights.
Step 9: Add the Nose
Place the large black nose just below the eyes in the center.
All done!
Your sleepy little koala is all done!
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