Kids love Mo Willems’ silly characters, and this pig paper plate craft is a fun way to bring Piggie off the page after storytime.
It’s pink paint, a few paper shapes and a big happy smile. Simple enough for preschoolers and full of giggles.
How to Make a Pig Paper Plate Craft
Paper plate
Dark pink paint and a paintbrush
White and light pink construction paper
Kid scissors
Glue
Black marker
Paint the plate
Paint the whole paper plate dark pink. Let it dry 10 to 20 minutes.
Cut the ears
Cut two triangles from white paper.
Paint the ears
Paint the ears pink to match the plate.
Cut the snout
Cut an oval snout from light pink paper.
Glue it together
Glue the ears to the top and the snout in the middle.
Draw the face
Draw eyes, nostrils and a huge smile with black marker.
Storytime Ideas
- Read an Elephant and Piggie book first, then craft.
- Act it out: Use the plate as a mask or puppet and read Piggie’s lines.
- Talk about feelings: Draw Piggie happy, worried or surprised.
- Pre-cut pieces for younger kids.
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Perfect for
- Book-inspired crafts
- Preschool and kindergarten
- Classroom centers
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Pig Craft FAQ
Paint a paper plate pink, glue on pink paper ears and an oval snout, then draw the face.
About 3 to 6.
Mo Willems’ Elephant and Piggie books are a perfect match.
About 30 minutes plus paint drying time.
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