Welcome to our ocean-themed craft adventure! In this blog post, we’re going to take you through an exciting and creative journey exploring the wonders of the deep blue sea. Engaging in arts and crafts is not only a great way to keep the little ones busy but also an excellent opportunity for them to learn about the ocean and its fascinating inhabitants.
Today, we’ll be making an adorable paper plate starfish craft with a printable template, perfect for kids of all ages.
So, let’s dive in and make a splash with this fun and educational activity, complete with free craft template available to download at the end of the post.
Why Kids Love Learning About the Ocean
Kids have an innate fascination with the ocean—its vastness, its mysteries, and the incredible creatures that call it home. From sea stars, also known as starfish, to whales and colorful fish, the ocean is teeming with life waiting to be explored.
By engaging in ocean-themed crafts like this starfish project, kids not only get to create something fun but also expand their knowledge about marine life.
Here are a couple of cool starfish facts for kids:
- Starfish have an incredible ability to regenerate lost limbs. If they happen to lose an arm, they can grow it back, making them true masters of regeneration in the animal kingdom.
- No Brain, No Blood: Starfish don’t have a brain or blood like most animals. Instead, they have a unique water vascular system that helps them move and capture food. They use hundreds of tiny feet, called tube feet, to glide along the ocean floor.
The Magic of Starfish – Sea Stars are So Cool!
Among the many captivating sea creatures, starfish hold a special place in the hearts of children.
Their unique star shape and ability to regenerate limbs make them truly fascinating.
As kids craft these starfish outlines with different colors and textures, they get to learn about the diversity of marine life while enhancing their fine motor skills.
With a variety of art materials at hand, such as colored paper, glitter paper, and acrylic paint, kids can give their starfish craft unique touches. Whether they choose to add googly eyes, experiment with different shapes, or explore various colors, the possibilities are as endless as the ocean!
Educational and Interactive Learning
Crafting this paper plate starfish ocean opens up an opportunity for parents and educators to teach kids fun facts about sea creatures, the ocean floor, tide pools, and more.
It’s like an art project and a mini oceanography lesson all in one! So, gather the young explorers, and let the ocean adventure begin.
How to Make the Paper Plate Star Fish Scene
Before we begin crafting our ocean full of starfish, make sure you have all the materials ready. Feel free to get the kids involved in gathering the supplies; it adds to the excitement!
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Once you have everything ready, set up a crafting space and let the kids’ creativity flow.
Paper Plate Star Fish Ocean Scene Craft
Dive into the enchanting world of the ocean with this delightful paper plate starfish craft! Perfect for kids of all ages, this easy and engaging activity allows young artists to bring their own starfish craft to life.
With a free printable starfish template, colored paper, glitter, and acrylic paint, kids can unleash their creativity and design their unique underwater scene.
This educational and interactive craft not only enhances fine motor skills but also introduces kids to the wonders of marine life.
So, let your little ones embark on an ocean adventure as they craft their very own starfish masterpiece!
Materials
- Glitter paper - red and pink or choose your favourite colors
- Yellow and Green Colored construction paper
- Paper plate
- Acrylic paint (yellow, blue and white)
- Scissors
- Paint brush
- Glue stick or white glue
- Popsicle sticks
- Free Printable Starfish Template
Tools
- Printer
Instructions
- Gather your craft materials and print out the starfish template onto regular white paper
- Cut the provided starfish ocean template into the individual pieces , great for developing scissor skills in a fun way.
- Paste the starfish ocean parts on the desired colored and glitter papers. Follow the guide photo for correct paper attachment of the parts.
- After pasting, trace and cut the parts.
- Then attach the red and pink glitter stars on a popsicle stick.
- Next is to paint the half part of the paper plate with a wave-like pattern using a blue acrylic paint. This will be the blue ocean part.
- Then paint the other half part of the paper plate using a pastel yellow and white acrylic paint. On the other hand, this will be the ocean sand part.
- Use a glue to assemble the green plants by pasting it on the blue ocean part.
- Then attach the yellow and green starfish on yellow-white part (ocean sand).
- Cut a small opening
then insert the popsicle stick with a glitter star. You may choose what color of star you would like to display. 
- And there you have your amazing ocean full of starfish craft!
Notes
1. Be careful when using the scissors and acrylic paint.
2. Choose the proper materials to achieve the aspired outcome.
3. Let your creativity flow in your work.
4. You can mix it up and use various art materials like watercolor paints instead of acrylic paint if you want to get a different result
You can use the finished ocean scene to put on a mini puppet show with your popsicle stick starfish. The kids can even mix it up and introduce other popsicle stick ocean crafts with different ocean animals and characters.
Why not see how these yarn wrapped popsicle stick mermaids look dancing in the starfishes’ ocean home?
Free Printable Starfish Templates PDF
To make this craft experience even more enjoyable, we’ve prepared a free downloadable starfish template in PDF file format. It includes both a large starfish outline for the paper plate craft and a simple starfish template for other creative projects. These templates are perfect for adding that ocean touch to bulletin boards, cupcake toppers, and various art projects.
Download your free starfish templates below
For personal and non-commercial use only. Do not reproduce or sell the templates.
Crafting an ocean-themed paper plate starfish craft is a fantastic way to combine fun and learning for kids. It nurtures their creativity, enhances their fine motor skills, and introduces them to the wonders of the ocean world. Remember, the best part is that it’s not just a craft; it’s an educational journey! So, dive into this fun summer craft with the kids during their summer vacation, or use it as a great addition to an ocean-themed birthday party.
Get ready to have a splashing good time! Happy crafting!
Crafting Fun with Ocean-Themed Projects
The best part about this craft is that it’s a simple and easy craft project suitable for kids of all ages. Younger children can enjoy pasting the starfish and creating the ocean waves, while older children can take on cutting and assembling with more precision. Plus, the free starfish template allows them to unleash their creativity without limits.
If you would like even more Ocean animal crafts for kids, check out these ocean craft ideas below…
- Paper Bag Jellyfish
- Paper Plate Whale
- Paper Plate Fish
- Cupcake Liner Fish
- Shark crafts
- Ocean Window Scene
- Ocean Sensory Bag
- Mermaid Crafts
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Remember, the ocean is a beautiful place, so let’s always respect and cherish it.
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.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
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