Simple Crafts with Paper Plates

Need an easy craft last minute? Maybe you have too many paper plates lying around? Whatever predicament you may be in, this list has plenty of ideas for you.

1. CHARACTER PAPER PLATES

These easy animal paper plate crafts are great when going over Noah's Ark. However, you can always alter the characters to be from any Bible story!

Paper plate craft of baby Moses.

If you're using this craft with bigger kids (Grades 2nd - 5th), push them to customize their characters! For younger kids on the other hand, it might be best to have each of the pieces cut out and ready for them before they begin.

2. BIBLE STORY PLATES

Jesus calms the storm.

There are plenty of creative ways you can turn any Bible story into an easy paper plate craft. These are great ideas for crafts that go along with the Sunday School or Wednesday night lesson. Here are a couple of ideas and links to blog posts with more information!

He is Risen!

Of course, these are all SIMPLE paper plate crafts. Most of these only require cuts, folds, printouts, and coloring! You can always research more complicated craft ideas if you're wanting more work!

3. Yarn Art Crafts

Yarn art crosses.

Yarn art is a fun way to add something new to the usual craft routine for your kids. The key to doing these crafts is to make the shapes as SIMPLE as possible.

4. Sundial Craft

Hezekiah sundial craft.

These sundials are an easy an interactive craft for your kids! Although this particular sundial is based on the story of Hezekiah, you can easily make it to fit to a "Light of the World" lesson or any science/tech themed series.