Paper-Plate Masks
Arts and Crafts

Paper-Plate Masks

One paper plate, two eye holes and some paint – and your kid is a fox, a lion or a very grumpy frog.

Time
25 min
Age
3–8 years
Energy
Calm
Where
At home

Paper-plate masks are quick to make and lead straight into pretend play: put one on and the whole body starts moving like the animal. Becoming a character lets young children try on different voices and feelings, which is how pretend play builds empathy and a vocabulary for emotions.

The steps are in the app

Step-by-step instructions, tips and an easier and a harder version are waiting in the Hopsa app – along with 300 more ideas matched to your kids’ ages.

Coming soon to the App Store and Google Play

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