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Looking for a fun and creative winter craft to enjoy with your little ones? This paper plate snowman is easy to make and a fantastic way to build fine motor skills, encourage sensory exploration, and spark creativity. Follow these simple steps to bring your snowman to life!
What You’ll Need:
• Paper plate
• Googly eyes
• Construction paper (orange, black, and white)
• Markers (black and other colors as desired)
• Pipe cleaner
• Pom poms (various colors)
• Pink buttons
• Glue
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Start with the Snowman’s Face:
• Glue the googly eyes near the center of the paper plate.
• Place two pink buttons slightly below the eyes and a little to the sides to resemble cheeks.
• Using a black marker, draw a squiggly line connecting the two buttons to create a cheerful smile.
2. Add the Carrot Nose:
• Cut a triangle out of orange construction paper to create the snowman’s carrot nose.
• Glue the nose in place between the eyes and above the smile.
3. Make the Snowman’s Top Hat:
• Cut a hat shape out of black construction paper (a square on top of a rectangle works perfectly).
• Add a white band to the base of the hat with white construction paper.
• For extra flair, cut two green leaves and glue them near the band, along with three red pom poms to create a festive holly decoration.
4. Create Earmuffs:
• Take a pipe cleaner and bend it into a gentle arc. Glue each end to the top center of the paper plate.
• Add a large pom pom to each end of the pipe cleaner to complete the earmuffs.
Why This Craft is More Than Fun:
This snowman project isn’t just about creativity,
it also supports essential developmental skills:
• Fine Motor Skills: Gluing, cutting, and positioning pieces help strengthen hand muscles.
• Tactile Sensory Input: Working with different textures (paper, pom poms, pipe cleaners) engages the senses.
• Language and Sequencing: Talking through each step promotes vocabulary and sequencing skills.
Enjoy this delightful craft as a way to bond with your kids, enhance their skills, and add a little winter magic to your day!
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