Panda Quest / Paper Plate Panda Masks
Paper Plate Panda Masks
Children paint and cut paper plates into panda masks, then use them for animal play. A simple craft that sparks talk about pandas and their habitat.
How to run it
- Pre-cut eye holes in paper plates.
- Children paint black eye patches and ears.
- Glue on black paper ears.
- Attach a paddle pop stick handle to hold the mask.
You will need
- paper plates
- black paint
- black paper
- paddle pop sticks
- PVA glue
Make it easier or harderPre-cut ears for younger children; older children can add facts about panda conservation.
SafetyUse stick handles rather than elastic so masks are easy to remove.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Children learn about an animal while building fine motor skills.
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