How cute are these little giraffes?! If you’re looking for a fun and easy animal craft for kids, this adorable art project is such a creative way to turn a few simple supplies into something special. The secret is a yellow-painted paper cup that pops right off the page, giving your giraffe a fun 3D effect that kids will absolutely love. It’s a little bit of painting, a little bit of gluing, and a whole lot of cuteness!
Supplies Needed
- white cardstock or construction paper
- white paper cup
- craft glue
- yellow & brown paint
- paint brush
- large googly eyes (optional)
This easy giraffe craft is especially fun for preschoolers and kindergarteners because there’s no need to make everything look neat and tidy. In fact, the messier the spots, the cuter the giraffe! All you need is a white paper cup, white paper, yellow and brown paint, googly eyes, and a little glue. Kids will have a blast painting their giraffe’s long neck, funny little ears, and colorful spots before adding the googly eyes to bring their animal to life.
How To Make A 3D Giraffe With A Paper Cup
- Start by painting the outside of a white paper cup yellow. To keep the mess to a minimum, place your cup on a paper plate or baking sheet to protect your work surface.
- Once the paint is dry, glue your cup onto a piece of thick white paper, positioning it about a quarter of the way down from the top. Be sure to leave plenty of room above the cup to paint your giraffe’s cute little ears and horns!
- Use yellow paint to create the ears and long neck, as shown in the photo above. Next, grab your brown paint and add the little horns, nostrils, and lots of fun, silly spots.
- Now for the finishing touch! Glue on a pair of googly eyes to give your giraffe a playful personality. And just like that, your adorable new animal friend is complete!
This simple paper animal craft is a fun opportunity to learn about giraffes, exploring different zoo animals, or just keeping little hands busy on a rainy afternoon. It’s inexpensive, easy to set up, and great for making at home or in a preschool classroom. Plus, every giraffe turns out a little different, which makes them even more adorable!
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