Preschool Tiger Craft Fine Motor Activity
This adorable preschool tiger craft is so much fun to make. Even better, it’s perfect for practicing fine motor skills. Using the template makes this craft so simple but doesn’t take away the opportunity for creativity. If you don’t have washi tape, we’ve got you covered. Just stick around to the end for some alternative ways to create this adorable tiger craft.
If you enjoy making this paper tiger craft, you’re also going to love making this simple paper zebra craft, this washi tape bear craft and this easy turtle craft. Each of these also uses washi tape to promote fine motor skills.
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Fun Facts About Tigers
- Tigers appeared on the earth 2 million years ago.
- A wild tiger lives approximately 10 to 15 years.
- They are the world’s largest cat and like to be alone for things like swimming and hunting.
- Each tiger stripe pattern is unique, like a fingerprint.
- Tigers have an extremely loud roar but can also mimic the sounds of other animals in the wild.
*Learn more at the World Wildlife Foundation.
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Check Out Our Favorite Tiger Themed Books for Kids
The only thing better than making crafts is combining creating with reading a good book on the same topic. It’s a great way to also encourage a love of reading.
How to make a Simple Tiger Craft
If you’re crafting with a preschooler, you may need to help with some of the cutting for this craft. Precut the ears and nose and assist with the circle as needed. As always, don’t over-help. Let your kiddo be as independent as possible when crafting.
SUPPLIES FROM THE BAG
- Construction paper
- Washi tape (black patterns)
- Googly eyes
- Black Sharpie marker
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Tiger craft template
To make crafting with your kids actually do-able and fun (like it should be), we always stick to a list of basic supplies that fit into one bag for all of the crafts that you see on this site. We never stray from the master list so that once you fill your bag, you’re ready to craft along over and over again, even when time and money is tight. Now let’s craft some memories!
Check Out the Video Tutorial for this Easy Tiger Craft
Step-by-step Instructions:
Step 1: Add the Tiger’s Stripes
- Download and print the tiger craft template onto orange construction paper.
- Grab the black patterned washi tape and tear 3 pieces.
- Place them vertically coming down from the top of the circle as pictured.
- Now tear more washi tape and create 2 to 3 stripes on each side of the circle, about 1 inch long.
Step 2: Cut Out the Head
- Now that you’ve placed the tiger’s stripes, cut out the circle.
Step 3: Cut Out the Pieces
- Also cut out the ears and hair tuft.
- For the center of the ears and the nose, grab a scrap of black construction paper and place it under the template.
- Now cut out the rest of the pieces of your paper tiger craft.
Step 4: Begin Assembly
- Use your glue stick to assemble the tiger ears by giving each a black center.
- Then attach each of the ears to the tiger’s head.
- Also attach the little hair tuft to the top of your tiger’s head as a finishing touch.
Step 5: Add the Tiger’s Face
- Glue the tiger’s nose in place.
- Next add googly eyes to your tiger’s face. If you prefer, grab this printable of paper “googly” eyes to use instead.
Step 6: Give Him a Smile
- To finish off your cute tiger craft, use your black Sharpie marker to draw on a smile and any other details you would like.
Now that you know how to make this sweet tiger craft, why not make more? Change up the colors and design. Use your imagination to really bring your tiger to life.
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What if I don’t have washi tape?
We’re using washi tape to bring this preschool tiger craft to life, but you can also just use strips of paper instead. Cut strips of black paper, about 1/2 inch wide and then tear them to the desired length when crafting. Another alternative is to color some glue with black paint and squeeze lines of black glue in place for the strips. You can also simply use crayons or markers to draw on the tiger’s stripes.
Here are even more Tiger Crafts to make
Paper Plate Tiger Craft
Painted Tiger with Newspaper Stripes
Clothespin Tiger Craft
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