Aardvark Paper Plate Craft
Let’s be real, no one wakes up thinking, “Today feels like an aardvark kind of day.” But here we are. And honestly? This aardvark paper plate craft is weirdly adorable. It's easy, it uses stuff you already have lying around, and it buys you, like, 20 minutes of quiet (or at least focused chaos). Win.
Whether you're doing a safari theme, need something for that “weird animals” unit, or just want to make something that’s not a dang bunny for once, this aardvark craft checks all the boxes.
Also? Googly eyes. Always a good time.
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Materials Needed for This Aardvark Craft
How to Make the Aardvark Paper Plate Craft
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies.
Step 2: Cut and Paint the Plate
Cut a paper plate in half. Paint one half brown and let it dry.
Step 3: Cut the Body Parts
Use the template to cut out the aardvark’s head, tail, and legs from brown paper.
Step 4: Add the Head and Tail
Glue the head to one side of the painted plate and the tail to the other.
Step 5: Add the Legs and Cut the Ears
Attach the four legs to the bottom of the plate.
Cut out the aardvark’s ears.
Step 6: Add the Ears
Add the ears on top of the head.
Step 7: Add the Eyes
Glue on googly eyes.
Step 8: Draw the Details
Use the marker to draw a smile, a nose, and black tips on the ears and feet.
All done!
Your silly aardvark buddy is ready for a name!
We'd love to see yours! Snap a photo and share it in the comments.
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