There’s something mesmerizing about a snake’s smooth, silent movements.
This simple craft transforms a paper plate into a colorful, slithering snake, sparking creativity and curiosity. As kids cut, swirl, and decorate, they build fine motor skills, confidence, and problem-solving abilities. Along the way, they explore symmetry, patterns, and even nature—turning a fun activity into a hands-on learning adventure!
Materials:
– Green paper plate
– Googly eyes
– Scissors [Adult use only]
– Glue
– Marker
– Fishing line or thread
– Red paper
Directions:
1. Shape the Snake: Cut the green paper plate into a spiral, starting from the outer edge.
2. Add the Tongue: Cut a small triangle from red paper and glue it to the snake’s head.
3. Attach the Eyes: Glue googly eyes or draw eyes with a marker.
4. Decorate: Color the snake with crayons, markers, or paint, adding patterns and details as desired.
5. Add Thread: Tape or glue a piece of thread to the back of the snake for easy movement.
6. Finish: Add extra details with a black marker, then let dry.
