Paper Plate Monster Craft for Preschoolers

10/18/2024

Paper Plate Monster Craft for Preschoolers

Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to get into the spooky spirit than by crafting some silly or spooky paper plate monsters with your preschoolers? This fun and easy craft project allows preschoolers to express their creativity while getting excited for the holiday.

Kids love monsters! Whether it's a cuddly monster from a favorite story or a silly one they imagined themselves, the idea of crafting their own monster is so fun! Plus, it’s a great way for them to explore colors, shapes, and even concepts like symmetry and asymmetry.

Materials:

Paper plates
Brightly colored paints (think oranges, greens, and purples)
Construction paper in various colors
Foam stickers (circles, ovals, etc.)
Gem stickers
Googly eyes
Scissors
Glue sticks

Paper Plate Monster Craft for PreschoolersPicture

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Begin by painting the paper plates bright colors, or purchase colored plates in the desired colors.

While the paint dries, you can help the kids cut out various shapes from construction paper. Think about eyes, teeth, and noses. Encourage them to be creative! Circles for eyes, triangles for teeth, and ovals for noses are just a few ideas.

Don’t forget to cut out white circles for the eyes and small black circles for pupils. This part is great for helping little hands practice their scissor skills.

Lay out all the shapes, stickers, and googly eyes. Encourage the kids to start gluing their monster features onto the plates. Some may want to plan first, while others will jump right in. There are no rules here—every monster can look completely different!

Monsters can be as silly or spooky as your kids want! This is a perfect chance to talk about symmetry and asymmetry. Remind them that not all monsters look the same; some can have mismatched features, it's up to them!

Teacher Tips for Differentiated Instruction:

For children who may need extra help, consider providing them with examples or templates for inspiration. This can guide their creativity and give them ideas to work with.
Encourage children who finish early to add more details to their monsters or even create a story about their monster. This can help enhance their storytelling skills and deepen their engagement with the project.
While offering support and guidance, allow children to work independently as much as possible. This promotes confidence and self-expression. .

Making paper plate monsters is a fun way to celebrate Halloween with your preschoolers. Not only will they enjoy creating their silly or spooky monsters, but you’ll also get to share in their excitement and creativity.

Display their finished monsters around your home as fun decorations for Halloween, or use them as part of your Halloween party decorations!