Elephant Paper Roll Craft
Some crafts are just too cute to resist, and this elephant paper roll craft is definitely one of them. With floppy ears, a long trunk, and rosy cheeks, this recycled animal project will have your kids smiling as big as their new elephant friend.
It’s the perfect way to reuse those toilet paper rolls piling up at home while giving little hands a chance to paint, cut, and glue. Great for preschool, early elementary, or any kid who loves animals, this craft is easy, fun, and display-ready.
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What You’ll Need for This Elephant Craft
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How to Make a Paper Roll Elephant
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies: toilet paper roll, paints, googly eyes, paper, pencil, scissors, marker, and glue.
Step 2: Paint the Roll Gray
Paint the toilet paper roll gray and let it dry.
Step 3: Trace the Ears and Trunk
Trace elephant ear and trunk templates onto gray construction paper.
Step 4: Cut Out the Pieces
Cut out the elephant ears and trunk shapes.
Step 5: Add the Ears, Trunk, and Eyes
Glue the ears to the sides of the paper roll and the trunk to the front.
Add googly eyes above the trunk.
Step 6: Add Rosy Cheeks
Use the end of a pencil dipped in pink paint to add rosy cheeks.
Step 7: Draw the Details
With a black marker, outline the ears and draw trunk details.
All done!
Add any extra facial details to complete your elephant!
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