I genuinely enjoy winter. That is, as long as I can remain indoors, stay cozy, and admire it through my window. But do you know who adores chilly weather? Polar bears, naturally. So, we’re honoring polar bears with this charming Moving Polar Bear Paper Plate Craft!
The best part of this paper plate winter project is making the polar bear travel through the snowy setting. It may peek out from behind the trees, hide behind the ice, or act as though it’s gliding down the painted, snow-covered peaks.
We’ve provided a Free Printable Polar Bear Template for creating the polar bear. Everything else requires paper plates and paint. Younger children can keep their scene very basic, while older kids can practice and develop their artistic abilities.
Moving Polar Bear Winter Paper Plate Craft
Before beginning our paper plate polar bear project, print the polar bear template.
Gather paper plates, a jumbo craft stick, acrylic paint in blue and white, white and green cardstock, a black marker, a glue stick, and scissors as well.
Winter Polar Bear Craft Supplies Needed
- Polar Bear Template
- Paper plate
- Jumbo craft stick
- Acrylic paint – blue, white
- Cardstock – white, greens
- Black marker
- Scissors
- Glue stick
Polar Bear Craft Step by Step Directions
This project requires two paper plates.
Cover one entire paper plate with blue paint, then allow it to dry fully.
Take a second paper plate and slice it in half using a wavy line.
Paint the reverse side of this plate blue too, and leave it aside until it has dried completely.
After the main plate has dried, combine white and blue paint to create the snowy mountains. Make two triangles with the mixture. Younger children can paint basic triangles, while older kids may add extra details. Let the paint dry once more.
Using white paint, add stone-like spots to the half plate and let them dry. Use the photo as a reference if desired. When dry, use the white-and-blue mixture to paint the outside portion white.
Then, cut two small tree-shaped triangles from the dark and light green cardstock. Add white paint to the tops of the trees.
Glue the trees along the side of the half paper plate.
Next, print the polar bear template and cut out each part. Use a black marker to add the eyes and mouth details.
Join all the pieces to create the polar bear.
Then secure a jumbo craft stick to the back of the polar bear.
Finally, fasten the paper plates together with a glue stick. If they do not stay attached firmly, use a stapler instead. Be sure to leave an opening for the popsicle stick.
Slide the polar bear into the snowy scene and move it around. This adorable winter craft is perfect for imaginative play!
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More Polar Bear Crafts for Kids
You’ll find plenty of other wonderful polar bear craft projects as well, including our Paint Scrape Polar Bear Craft, Paint Splat Polar Bear Craft, Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft, and Paper Strip Polar Bears Craft. We have lots of additional creative ideas, so be sure to explore even more winter crafts for kids at Our Kid Things!
Materials
- Polar Bear Template
- Paper plate
- Jumbo craft stick
- Acrylic paint – blue, white
- Cardstock – white, greens
- Black marker
- Scissors
- Glue stick
Instructions
- This craft calls for two paper plates.
- Paint one complete paper plate blue and let it dry thoroughly.
- Cut a second paper plate in half along a wavy edge.
- Apply blue paint to the back of this plate too, then allow it to dry fully.
- Once the main plate is dry, blend white and blue paint for the snowy mountains. Paint two triangles, then leave the scene to dry again.
- Add stone-like patches to the half plate with white paint and let them dry. The photo can serve as a guide.
- After everything dries, use the white-and-blue blend to paint the outer white section.
- Next, make two small triangles from dark and light green cardstock for the trees. Brush white paint onto their tops.
- Attach the trees to the edge of the half paper plate.
- Print the polar bear template and cut out its parts. Add mouth and eye features with a black marker.
- Assemble the pieces into a polar bear.
- Fasten a jumbo craft stick to the polar bear’s back.
- Finally, glue the paper plates together. If they are not secure enough, a stapler may be used. Remember to leave room for the craft stick stick.
- Place the polar bear inside the winter setting and move it around. This delightful winter craft is wonderful for pretend play!
Notes
- For younger children, paint the mountains very simply as two white triangles, while older kids can add more artistic detail.