We used mini brads in this project, something that wasn’t really availablewhen I was a kid so I do have an alternative for that (more about this in the tutorial). This is another fun way to work on memory skills with your kids. This time, they’ll be matching farm animals to their shadows. This movable paper doll is pretty easy to make so it’s a perfect project for beginners. It can also make a great classroom project for older kids. Younger kids (kindergarten) can make most of the craft but will need help from grown ups and supervision when using “pointier” objects. This Easter, keep the kids entertained with these fun Easter do-a-dot printables! Not only are they a great way to help with fine motor skills, but they’re also educational and lots of fun. Plus, there’s a variety of different activities to choose from so everyone can find something they enjoy. This Easter bunny felt kit is great for kids to play with on their own or for them to do with other kids. Let them build their own bunny and have fun creating it over and over again.

Print out the template. We do recommend printing on heavier print paper as this will make your puppet more durable but regular print paper, especially if kids will color with crayons, works out just fine. This is a fun and easy farm animal craft for kids! All you need are some paper plates and paint to make these cute animals. Easter Bunny - European religions first incorporated rabbits and hares into the celebration of Easter as they are a symbol of fertility and new life Mr.s Wishy-Washy’s Farm is a classic farm animal books for kids. In this story, the animals revolt against Mrs. Wishy-Washy’s baths and leave the farm. You have to read the story to find out what crazy shenanigans the animals run into after they leave the farm!

Easter Bonnet Drawing Guide- Teach children how to draw an Easter bonnet with this fantastic step-by-step guide! It's a great way for pupils to work on their artistic skills and get creative. We particularly like this penguin craft idea because it’s interactive and children can enjoy playing with it when they’ve finished making it too. Easter traditions and symbols have evolved over time, though some have been around for centuries. Here are some of the most common Easter symbols: Take your second paper plate and cut across it, about 1/3 down, in zig zags to make a broken egg shape.

Another activity we love is crafting. The process of crafting can be an engaging way to develop social-emotional skills. It requires creativity, imagination, and focus as well. Easter Bunny Finger Puppet - For more brilliant finger puppets, take a look at these, featuring images of the Easter Bunny! Take a look, and see for yourself. This craft is a lovely activity to keep young crafters busy over the Easter holidays and they can be used in play to promote imaginative role play. You can find more Easter Craft ideas at the Twinkl Easter Basket and Bonnet Hub. What Other Easter Egg Craft Activities Can I Try? When I learned how to make the movable paper dolls as a kid (the same exact “mechanism” you’ll see used in this tutorial) I became unstoppable. There was a new funky creation on the menu daily and I was trying to make new ways for the dolls to move.

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Once all is nicely colored and dry (if coloring with markers you might need to give them a bit of time to dry) cut all parts of the template out. The string connecting the two wings should be somewhat loose – just enough so that the wings can fall down, when the puppet is held upright.