Get crafty with your little ones and create a roar-some paper plate lion using simple materials! Perfect for a fun-filled crafting session.

Looking to add a bit of WILD fun to your crafts? Look no further than the wildest... the wild king of the jungle and our lion paper plate craft! Get ready to unleash your creativity as we transform a simple paper plate into a majestic lion king. With just a few simple supplies and easy-to-follow steps, this craft is perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy.

Crafting with paper plates is not only a fun way to spend time together, but it also encourages creativity and imagination. As we embark on this safari adventure, we'll learn about different crafting techniques while bringing our ferocious lion to life. Get ready to have some easy crafts fun with this easy paper plate lion craft.

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King of the Jungle

Let's roar into action and learn a bit about these amazing creatures. Lions are like the rock stars of the animal world, with their golden fur and magnificent manes that make them look like they just walked out of a hair salon! Did you know they live in big families called prides? Yup, just like a big, furry family reunion out there on the savanna!

Lions aren't just about looking fabulous. They're super-skilled hunters, working together with their pride to chase down their dinner. But guess what? Even though they're fierce hunters, they're also big softies at heart.

They love hanging out with their family, giving cuddles, and even grooming each other. So, as we get ready to make our awesome paper plate lion craft, let's celebrate these incredible creatures and all the joy they bring to the wild! If you are looking for more Lion Facts, then check our our Animal Facts.

Be sure to check out our other popular lion fun including Paper Lion Craft, L is for Lion Craft, and How To Draw a Lion.

Lion Crafting with Kids

Crafting with kids isn't just about making cool stuff—it's about creating memories that last a lifetime! When we sit down together to make our paper plate lion, we're not just getting crafty. We're bonding, laughing, and making unforgettable moments. Added bonus of increasing fine motor skills and creativity in younger children!

Craft time isn't just about the end product, it's also about the process. All the giggles, the messy hands, and the proud smiles when we see what they have made.

It's a chance for kids to express themselves creatively, develop essential skills like problem-solving and patience, and boost their confidence. So, let's grab our paper plates and paints and dive into a world of fun and creativity together!

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Paper Plate Lion Craft Supplies

Paper Plates
Yellow Paint
Brown Paint
Black Marker
Red Marker
String
Googly Eyes
Scissors
Glue

How To Make a Lion Out of a Paper Plate

Now let's get started on this fun lion craft.

Start with painting the front of the paper plate. We painted it yellow, but you could also use orange paint.

Lion's Mane

paint outer ring of paper plate brown for lion craft

Next using brown paint, paint the outside of the paper plate (the rim of the plate) leaving the middle of the paper plate yellow.

Lion's Face

add googly eyes to middle of lion paper plate

Using a bit of glue on each of the wiggle eyes, glue them to the center of the plate.

For the lion's nose, draw a red heart in the center of the paper plate.

draw on black mouth for lion paper plate craft

Next, using a black marker draw on a mouth and eyebrows.

Lastly, cut your string or yarn into 1-2 inch pieces. Glue three pieces on each side of the nose as whiskers.

Viola, you have the cutest paper plate lion craft for kids of all ages!

Happy Crafting!

We highlighted this Animal Craft along with some other fun kid's crafts in our Summer Crafts as well as August Crafts in celebration of World Lion Day - August 10th as well as our Easy Kids Crafts.

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Paper Plate Lion

Get crafty with your little ones and create a roar-some paper plate lion using simple materials! Perfect for a fun-filled crafting session.

Author: Alli Ward

Active Time: 20

Total Time: 20

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Material

1 Paper Plate
1 Paint - Brown
1 Paint - Yellow
2 Googly Eyes
1 foot Yarn or String

Tools

Instructions

Start with painting the front of the paper plate. We painted it yellow, but you could also use orange paint.
Next using brown paint, paint the outside of the paper plate (the rim of the plate) leaving the middle of the paper plate yellow.
Using a bit of glue on each of the wiggle eyes, glue them to the center of the plate.
For the lion's nose, draw a red heart in the center of the paper plate.
Next, using a black marker draw on a mouth and eyebrows.
Lastly, cut your string or yarn into 1-2 inch pieces. Glue three pieces on each side of the nose as whiskers.
Viola, you have the cutest paper plate lion craft for kids of all ages!