Looking for some fun and easy spring crafts for toddlers using paper plates? We have you covered! These crafts are perfect for bringing a little sunshine to your day!
As the weather warms up and flowers bloom, it’s the perfect time to engage your little ones in hands-on crafting activities that celebrate the beauty of spring.
With their versatility and simplicity, paper plates make fantastic crafting materials for toddlers, offering endless opportunities for creativity and exploration.
In this roundup, we’ve collected a selection of charming spring-themed crafts designed explicitly with toddlers in mind.
From adorable animals to vibrant flowers and whimsical insects, these crafts will spark joy and foster imaginative play in your little ones.
Discussion Topics for kids about Spring
Here are a few discussion topic ideas to engage your toddler in while completing these spring crafts:
- Seasonal Changes: Discuss the signs of spring, such as flowers blooming, birds chirping, and warmer weather. Ask your toddler what they enjoy most about springtime.
- Nature Exploration: Encourage your toddler to observe and identify different plants and animals they see outside. Talk about the colors and shapes of flowers, leaves, and insects.
- Creativity and Imagination: Ask your toddler what they imagine their craft will look like once it’s finished. Please encourage them to use their imagination and express their ideas freely.
So, gather your supplies and prepare for a crafting adventure that will bring the wonders of spring to life right in your home or classroom.
Spring crafts for toddlers using paper plates are a wonderful way to celebrate the season and encourage creativity in young children.
Through simple yet engaging activities, toddlers can explore colors, textures, and shapes while developing important skills such as hand-eye coordination and fine motor control.
32 Easy Spring Crafts for Toddlers Using Paper Plates
32 Easy Spring Crafts for Toddlers Using Paper Plates
A collection of easy spring crafts for toddlers using paper plates!
Paper plate crafts are a TON of fun for toddlers - and this paper plate rainbow is no exception! They will have so much fun with this colourful rainbow craft for toddlers. Lots of painting, gluing, and more. Below you will find step by step directions to make your own paper plate rainbow!
Have fun making this super cute Paper Plate Bee Craft with your little ones! Bees love the warmer weather so we got inspired and created this charming and fun bee handprint craft that kids will love. The best bit about this paper plate craft it that you can make it rock!
Kids can make a paper plate dandelion craft that will “poof” right off the page as they practice scissor skills.
One of the best ways to learn is by doing, so with the help of some paper plates and a little inspiration from the birds we built a bird nest craft that’s complete with a little fluffy bird inside. Making this paper plate craft isn’t just fun, it’s a perfect opportunity to teach about the life cycle of birds, eggs, animal homes, spring and migration.
This super cute paper plate chick craft is not only adorable but it’s also incredibly simple to make, meaning it’s perfect for kids as young as toddlers and preschoolers.
We are thrilled to share with you a fun, creative, and educational project: crafting a butterfly’s life cycle. This charming and simple activity beautifully ties into multiple learning areas, making it not only a delightful craft but a well-rounded educational experience that kids are going to love.
This adorable woolly Paper plate Sheep Craft is perfect for any time of the year but particularly delightful during the spring season. With a free template included, this craft is easy to follow and perfect for a fun family activity or a classroom project.
A fun way to build a bird nest!
Paper plate ducks!
Kids of all ages will love making this Paper Plate Snail Craft. It’s so much fun making these little creatures as a family and spending some quality time together.
Learn how to make a Paper Plate Caterpillar Craft with just a few simple supplies. This is a fun way to teach kids about the letter C or about the life cycle of the butterfly during a Spring theme. Either way, your kids will have so much fun making this adorable caterpillar.
Are you looking for a creative and easy art project that is perfect for preschoolers? We’ve got you covered! Our Paper Rainbow Craft is a fun way to develop finger strength, fine motor skills, and color recognition. With just a few simple craft supplies and our free rainbow template, you’ll be creating your own colorful paper rainbows in no time.
Spring is in the air! This classic Paper Plate Chick Craft is perfect for welcoming green grass, blue skies, and warmer weather.
This paper plate duck craft is so easy you can have your preschooler (or preschool classroom!) create their very own. I love this craft because it's fun and easy, and ignites their creativity.
Children of all ages will enjoy one of our favorite spring crafts for kids- a sweet little nest and baby bird craft! Even my toddler enjoyed creating these cute little baby chicks! This easy craft is also great for preschoolers and kindergarteners and is a great way to work on fine motor skills while creating adorable art!
Today’s Spring craft for Preschoolers is a lovely little Rocking Paper Plate Sheep craft! This little sheep of course would make a great Eid celebration craft or any addition to paper plate nativity activities.
Learn how to make a paper plate chick purse for Easter. A simple craft that preschoolers will love to make and wear!
If you are looking for some gorgeous St Patrick’s Day Shamrocks and St Patrick’s Day Rainbows to make with toddlers, you may want to give this simple DIY Musical Instrument ago: A Paper Plate Tambourine for St Patrick’s Day!
This Laced Paper Plate Cherry Blossom Tree Craft is a pretty spring craft idea for kids. The paper plate lacing looks good and is a great way to introduce kids to sewing and build their fine motor skills and hand eye co-ordination.
This adorable PAPER PLATE BIRD NEST CRAFT for kids is perfect for spring! Up on the tree branch, there’s a sweet little nest with the cutest little chick, freshly hatched from its egg, popping up to say hello!
This CUPCAKE LINER FLOWER WREATH is such a great spring or Easter craft for kids. This pretty flower craft is super easy to make and they look so pretty when they’re finished. What a gorgeous way to brighten up any room!
These THREADED PAPER PLATE FLOWERS are lovely to make in spring, summer or as a Mother’s Day craft. They are really easy to create and can be made in any combination of colours you can think of. They’ll all look super cute!
A spinning surprise! Kids can make this “You Are My Sunshine” paper plate craft for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion!
The craft is a fun way to work on fine motor skills while having fun.
The Easter Egg Wreath is super easy to make and different ages can make it!
The cherry blossom wreath is super simple to make in just one sitting for kids.
We thought we decorate the house a little with some fun paper plate flower to help cheer us up at this time.
We decided to make some fine motor washi tape flower wreaths.
Super simple flower wreath to make. And lots of different ages can make it!
Butterfly crafts are one of our favorite crafts during spring. We just love butterflies and have so much fun with them. We are always looking for new ideas for them.
This spring tree wreath craft is a great way to look at the small leaves on a tree with a simple craft that different ages can do together.
Is there anything cuter than craft projects for kids inspired by your kid’s favorite shows?
Happy crafting, and may your spring be filled with joy, laughter, and colorful creations!
Looking for more spring crafts?
Check out my favorite spring crafts for kids and toddlers and this fun Spring scavenger hunt for kids!
Thanks for reading!
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