Easy Ladybug Paper Craft for Kids

Looking for a fun and easy craft for kids? Check out this adorable ladybug paper craft!

Most kids are thrilled to create something fun out of a few simple craft supplies—especially if it involves scissors and glue!

This easy paper craft is a simple, no-fuss way to let kids have the satisfaction of making something with their own hands. And there’s even a printable template so they can get straight to the cutting and gluing that they love.

(Note: Younger children will need help with cutting out the paper shapes.)

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What You’ll Need to Make a Ladybug Paper Craft

• Colored craft paper: red, dark gray, and black
• Pencil
• Scissors
• Liquid craft glue
• Black Sharpie or gel pen
• Brads (these ones would be so cute!)
• Printable ladybug template

How to Make a Ladybug Paper Craft

Step 1

Select red craft paper for the wings and hearts. Use dark gray for the round shape, and black for the body and antennae.

Trace the template patterns on the selected craft papers and cut them out neatly.

Step 2

Use a black Sharpie or gel pen to draw black dots OR small heart shapes on the wing cutouts.

Step 3

Attach the round shape in the middle of the ladybug’s body (the large black part).

Step 4

Attach the small heart cutouts at the ends of the antennae pieces (small black strips).

Step 5

Attach the antennae pieces underneath the top of the ladybug’s head.

Step 6

Take one of the wing cutouts and place it on the ladybug’s body, just below the head (see picture below).

Step 7

Place the other wing beside it, slightly overlapping the pointy ends near the top.

Step 8

Attach the wing cutouts to the body with a brad. Now you can easily move the wings!

If you like, you can write a message on the center round shape with a white gel pen. Close the wings to cover the message.

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