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Paper Plate Bat

It’s time for some Halloween fun as we show you how to turn an ordinary paper plate into an adorable paper plate bat.

This is one of the simplest Halloween crafts and it can easily be done as a classroom project or a craft to do at home with your kids.

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We love creating crafts from paper plates. (Have you seen our paper plate rat or paper plate mole?)

If you’re gearing up for the festive holiday season, we invite you to explore our Halloween craft ideas for creative inspiration!

Now let’s make a laughing bat!

How to make a bat with a paper plate

What you need:

  • pencil
  • drag
  • glue
  • paper plate
  • black paint
  • paint brush
  • colored paper (pink and red)
  • White paper
  • black paper
  • marker (black and white)

Step-by-step instructions

Body

Paint the paper plate black.

Wings

Use a pencil and draw a large bat wing on black paper.

Cut it out.

Draw the wing on black paper and cut it out so you get another wing.

Ears

Cut two triangles from black paper.

Eyes

Draw two white circles – one larger than the other and cut them out.

The mouth

Draw a smiling mouth on pink paper and cut it out.

Draw the tongue on red paper and cut it out.

Cut two small triangles for teeth.

Feet

Take black paper and draw two bat legs.

Cut them out.

Glue the white mouth and eyes to the paper plate.

Attach the ears with glue.

Draw two black dots inside the eyes with a marker.

Glue the wings to the back of the paper plate.

Now, glue both legs to the back of the paper plate.

mother

Draw two circles on pink paper and cut them out.

Stick your cheek to the bat’s face.

Use a white marker to add details inside the eyes.

Your Halloween paper plate is complete!

Feel free to create as many as you like and string them together for a spooky Halloween atmosphere!

Have fun crafting!

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Matthew Oldham

Name: Matthew Oldham Title: Author and Professional Illustrator Biography: Matthew Oldham is an accomplished author and illustrator, renowned for his engaging educational books published with Usborne. With a background in English literature, he has a flair for making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Before his writing career, he worked with the BBC, where he produced comedic radio programs. His transition into illustration allowed him to combine his love for storytelling with his artistic talents. Skills and Interests: Matthew’s illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colors and intricate details, bringing life to the subjects he writes about. He is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring the outdoors, often drawing inspiration from nature for his artwork. On quieter days, he can be found lounging with a good book or sketching new ideas for his next project. Contributions: Matthew’s books cover a wide range of topics, from history and science to the wonders of the Earth. His illustrations not only complement his writing but also stand alone as works of art, exhibited in galleries and used in educational materials worldwide. His dedication to both writing and illustrating has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature and art education.

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