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About this activity
This classic paper plate craft builds cutting, sticking, and colour skills. It works well for animal topics, story extensions, or a calm afternoon craft.
Print & play
Download the Paper Chain Challenge Cards sheet
Challenge cards for paper chain patterns, timers, and team races.
View Paper Chain Challenge CardsMaterials needed
- Paper plate
- Yellow and orange paper
- Crayons
- Glue stick
- Safety scissors
Preparation time
10 minutes
How to play
- 1Colour or paint the centre of the plate as the lion face.
- 2Cut paper strips for the mane.
- 3Glue the strips around the plate edge.
- 4Draw eyes, nose, whiskers, and a big lion smile.
Learning benefits
Fine motor skillsCreative expressionAnimal vocabularyScissor practice
Best for
Tags
craftanimalspaper platesEYFS
Seasons
all year
Occasions
after schoolstory timeplaydate
Key stages
EYFSKS1
Weather
RainyColdAny Weather
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
