If your kids are anything like mine, anything with wheels instantly becomes a favorite! Cars, trucks, trains – they just can’t get enough. That is why I love simple crafts that bring their favorite vehicles to life. This easy paper plate car craft is a fun way to combine creativity with a topic little ones adore. It is bright, colorful, and the perfect hands-on project for toddlers and preschoolers.
Not only is it a cute craft to make, but it is also a great opportunity to work on fine motor skills like cutting, painting, and gluing. Plus, there is something so satisfying about turning an ordinary paper plate into a colorful car! This project is simple enough for little hands, and it leaves plenty of room for creativity by choosing different colors or adding extra decorations.
Materials You Will Need for your Paper Plate Car Craft
For this craft, you will only need a few basic supplies: a paper plate, blue paint, a paintbrush, scissors, glue, and construction paper. I love that it uses materials you probably already have at home or in your classroom art supply stash.
The theme of transportation is always a hit with toddlers and preschoolers because they are fascinated by movement and vehicles. Whether your child loves race cars, city buses, or pickup trucks, this simple car craft is sure to bring a big smile to their face.
How to Make a Paper Plate Car
Making this paper plate car is easy and lots of fun! Here are the simple steps to follow:
How to Make a Paper Plate Car Craft
Turn a simple paper plate into a colorful, kid-made car with just a little paint, paper, and imagination – perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who love anything that zooms!
Materials
- Paper plate
- Glue
- Scissors
- Blue paint
- Paint brush
- Construction paper
Instructions
- Cut the paper plate into a basic car shape. You can make it rounded on top with small curves on the sides to resemble a classic car.
- Once you have the shape, paint it blue and let it dry completely before moving on to the next step.
- Cut two circles from blue construction paper and two slightly smaller circles from black construction paper.
- These will be the tires for your car. Glue the black circles onto the blue ones to create each tire. Once they are ready, glue the tires onto the bottom of the paper plate car.
- Cut additional shapes from black construction paper for the car windows and the trunk.
- Glue these onto the car to complete the design.
And that’s it – your paper plate car is ready to drive off on all kinds of imaginative adventures!
This paper plate car craft is perfect for car-loving toddlers and preschoolers. It is a fantastic way to encourage creativity while practicing important skills like cutting and gluing.
Kids can also personalize their cars by using different colors or adding extra details like headlights or racing stripes. Whether you are doing a transportation unit or just looking for a rainy day activity, this craft is a great choice for young learners.
More Transport Crafts for Kids
If your little one enjoyed making this car craft, be sure to check out more fun transportation-themed crafts for kids! From airplanes to trains, there are so many exciting ideas to spark your child’s imagination and keep the fun rolling.
- 50 fun and easy transportation crafts for preschool kids
- Moving Car Craft for Kids
- Outdoor Painting with Toy Cars
- 3D Hot Air Balloon Craft for Kids
- Paper Plate Plane in the Clouds
More Paper Plate Crafts for Kids
If you had fun making this paper plate car, you will love trying even more creative paper plate crafts! These easy projects are perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young kids who enjoy painting, cutting, and building fun creations.
- Flying Superhero Paper Plate Craft
- Garden Paper Plate Twirler Craft
- Moving Seasons Paper Plate Craft
- Paper Plate Pokeball and Pokemon Craft
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
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