Here is a simple paper plate moon craft for toddlers and preschool children. While this craft is easy to put together, even for younger children, it is also inexpensive and can use supplies that you probably already have in stock. When you are looking for a theme relating to the moon and stars or else looking for an activity to go along with a story (such as Goodnight Moon
For this moon and stars activity, I used two paper plates, one a plain white and one a bit larger in a dark color. In addition, you could also print out the man-in-the-moon template on yellow paper. The paper can then be cut out and used instead of the paper plate.
What You Need to Make the Paper Plate Moon
- 6″ un-coated white paper plate
- 7″ black or purple paper plate
- White printer paper
- Google eye
- Gold star stickers
- Scissors
- Craft glue
- Black marker
- Yellow highlighter marker (fluorescent if you can find one)
- Man in the Moon template
[AFK_02]
- First, print out the Man in the Moon template on white printer paper. This template is to be used with a 6″ paper plate. If you are using a different sized plate, either modify the template or draw your own for students to copy.
- Next, cut out the template. For a small group, print out a moon template for each child. Otherwise, save paper and have children take turns with the moon template.
- Trace the Man in the Moon template onto the smaller white paper plate and then cut it out.
- Children can have the option of using a yellow highlighter, as shown in this example, to completely color in the moon. Another option is to use a yellow crayon, or yellow construction paper.
- With the black marker draw a mouth on the moon and add a google eye. Omit the google eye if you are making a sleeping man-in-the-moon.
- Lastly, glue the moon in place on the larger paper plate. Then add a few gold star stickers to complete the project.
If you liked this Free Printable, please ‘Like’ Activities for Kids on Facebook. You can stay up -to-date on all the printables and activities for children by following us on Twitter and Pinterest.
