Paper Plate Animal Mask Craft for Kids

Create an animal face on a paper plate and use it as a handheld character for pretend play. Big ears, bold stripes or a funny nose make each design different. Holding the mask rather than tying it on lets children easily put it down when they want to speak or move.

Let’s make it happen

1. Choose an animal and draw its face on the plate.
2. Add large paper ears with glue; let an adult handle any cutting.
3. Keep it as a handheld face without cords or small decorations.
4. Use the animal to tell a short story, putting the plate down for active play.

Grown-up note: Supervise play, check materials for age suitability and keep small parts away from younger children. Adapt the activity to your child’s abilities.