Easy Panda Craft for Preschoolers: Paper Plate Panda Head Activity
I love taking a story beyond the pages of a book. When children create, imagine, and build something connected to a story, they have the opportunity to revisit the characters, explore the message, and make meaningful memories along the way.
This simple Paper Plate Craft is the perfect companion activity for Little Panda, What Do You See?. With just a few simple supplies, children can create their very own panda craft while remembering the joy they felt reading or listening to the story.
Whether you are reading at home, adding it to a homeschool unit study, or looking for a fun classroom activity, this panda craft is sure to bring smiles!
About Little Panda, What Do You See?
Meet Little Panda, What Do You See? — Is a fun story about curiosity. Written as a conversation between the narrator and the character, it offers new perspectives and a chance to experience a different style of writing.
Perfect for ages 3–6, Little Panda, What Do You See? is a story that captivates its audience with the opportunity for fun voices, and the element of surprise as they discover what comes next.
This paper plate panda craft is a fun way for children to connect with the story.
✂️ Supplies Needed:
- white paper Plate
- printer (for pieces) and paper
- scissors
- glue
- googly eyes (1 inch or size desired)
- Stapler (optional but helpful for groups)
How to Make Your Paper Plate Panda Head
- Carefully cut out the panda pieces.
- Glue the ears, glue them to the back of the head (plate).
- Glue on the muzzle (small white oval) to the bottom of the plate centered between the ears.
- Glue on the black eye masks, just above the muzzle as shown in the picture..
- Glue on the nose top middle of the muzzle.
- Use a marker or crayon and create the mouth below the nose, staying on the muzzle piece.
- Attach large googly eyes. 1 in in size or size desired.
Extend the Learning
Crafts are a wonderful way to help children connect with the books they read. After making your Panda, take some time to talk about the story:
- What was the little panda looking for?
- Did he find what he was looking for?
- What was your favorite part of the story?
- Did you learn anything?
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Blessings,
—Shannon L. Mokry
