Sunflower Paper Plate Craft

Creating fun and meaningful crafts is a wonderful way for preschoolers to express their creativity and emotions. This sunflower paper plate craft is perfect for incorporating a lesson on gratitude and tying it into your flower preschool activities.

As children decorate their sunflower petals with what they are thankful for, they can learn about the importance of expressing gratitude tangibly and colorfully. This activity not only helps little ones reflect on what they are grateful for but also lets them practice fine motor skills as they cut, color, and glue their sunflower together.

Making this paper plate craft is a fantastic addition to your preschool activities. As children work on this project, they will enjoy the bright, cheerful colors of sunflowers and think about the things that make them happy. It’s a perfect opportunity to talk about the concept of thankfulness in a fun, creative way.

Thankful Sunflower Paper Plate Craft

This Thankful Sunflower Paper Plate Craft combines creativity and gratitude, making it a meaningful and enjoyable project for young children. The sunflower represents the warmth and positivity of the season, while the petals provide a space for kids to share what they are thankful for.

What You’ll Need

  • 7-inch yellow paper plate (or color/paint a white paper plate)
  • yellow and brown construction paper
  • alphabet stickers
  • Wide green craft stick
  • green felt leaves
  • hot glue or white glue
  • black marker

What You’ll Do

Cut twelve 3-inch teardrop-shaped petals from yellow scrapbook paper. To ensure uniformity, I created a template to trace and cut out each petal.

Inspire preschoolers to express gratitude this holiday season with this sunflower paper plate craft. Each petal represents something they're thankful for.

Using the brown paper, cut out a 5-inch circle and glue it to the center of the paper plate. Next, use alphabet stickers to spell out “I’m Thankful For” on the brown circle.

Inspire preschoolers to express gratitude this holiday season with this sunflower paper plate craft. Each petal represents something they're thankful for.

Next, assist your preschoolers in writing twelve things they are thankful for on each petal. Younger children may need help with the writing, while older ones might be able to complete this step independently.

Inspire preschoolers to express gratitude this holiday season with this sunflower paper plate craft. Each petal represents something they're thankful for.

Attach the petals around the edge of the plate, with the pointed ends facing outward.

Attach the felt leaf to a craft stick using glue. If you don’t have a felt leaf, you can cut one from paper like the flower petals. Finally, glue the craft stick to the back of the paper plate.

This Thankful Sunflower Paper Plate Craft is a beautiful way to combine creativity with a lesson on gratitude.

Sunflower Activities for Preschoolers

There are many ways to explore the themes of sunflowers and gratitude with preschoolers. Activities that encourage children to reflect on what they appreciate in their lives are both heartwarming and educational. These activities also provide opportunities to develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creative expression.

Sunflower Crafts for Preschoolers

Sunflowers are a delightful symbol of sunshine and positivity, making them a favorite theme for preschool crafts. Engaging in sunflower-themed crafts helps children learn about these bright and beautiful flowers while fostering creativity and imagination.

Books About Sunflowers

Let’s bask in the sunshine with these captivating books about sunflowers! From exploring their towering height to uncovering their journey from tiny seed to radiant bloom, these stories will spark your child’s curiosity about nature and inspire a love for these cheerful giants. Get ready to grow with sunflowers!

A Sunflower's Life Cycle (Explore Life Cycles)A Sunflower's Life Cycle (Explore Life Cycles)Rise and Shine: A Little Seed Story: A Children’s Book about a Sunflower's Life Cycle and a positive mindset to overcome life’s challengesRise and Shine: A Little Seed Story: A Children’s Book about a Sunflower's Life Cycle and a positive mindset to overcome life’s challengesTHE POWER OF A FLOWER: A Book about Determination and Teamwork (Moments With Massy ®)THE POWER OF A FLOWER: A Book about Determination and Teamwork (Moments With Massy ®)

 

A Sunflower’s Life Cycle – Witness the magic of transformation in “A Sunflower’s Life Cycle”! This book follows a sunflower from a tiny seed nestled in the soil to a tall, radiant bloom. Uncover the secrets of its growth, explore the fascinating way it turns its face towards the sun, and learn how it scatters seeds to start the whole cycle anew!

Rise and Shine: A Little Seed Story – In this book, a tiny sunflower seed feels lost and alone after being separated from its happy place. Despite facing challenges, the seed learns perseverance and the importance of staying positive. Through its journey, the little seed discovers the joy of growth and finds its way to shining brightly.

The Power of a Flower – In this book, a young child discovers the beauty and importance of flowers. Watch as they nurture a seed, witness the joy of its bloom, and learn valuable lessons about patience, responsibility, and the cycle of life.

Incorporating the Thankful Sunflower Paper Plate Craft into your preschool activities is a wonderful way to blend creativity with an important life lesson. This project encourages children to think about what they are grateful for while enjoying the process of making a bright and cheerful sunflower. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this craft is sure to brighten the day and teach the value of gratitude.

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Sunflower Paper Plate Craft

Sunflower Paper Plate Craft

Discover how to make a Thankful Sunflower Paper Plate Craft with your preschoolers! This easy and fun project teaches gratitude while incorporating flower-themed activities. Perfect for classrooms and home crafting.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Difficulty Easy

Materials

  • 7-inch yellow paper plate (or color/paint a white paper plate)
  • yellow and brown construction paper
  • alphabet stickers
  • Wide green craft stick
  • green felt leaves
  • hot glue or white glue
  • black marker

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Petals: Cut twelve 3-inch teardrop-shaped petals from yellow scrapbook paper. To ensure consistency, you can use a template to trace and cut out each petal. If you don’t have scrapbook paper, yellow cardstock or construction paper works well too.
  2. Create the Center: From the brown paper, cut a 5-inch circle and glue it to the center of the paper plate. Use alphabet stickers to spell "I’m Thankful For" on the brown circle.
  3. Write on the Petals: Assist your preschoolers in writing twelve things they’re thankful for, one on each petal. Younger children may need help with the writing, while older ones can do this step independently.
  4. Attach the Petals: Glue the petals around the edge of the plate, with the pointed ends facing outward.
  5. Add the Leaf and Stem: Glue the felt leaf to a craft stick. If you don’t have a felt leaf, you can cut one from paper, like the flower petals. Finally, attach the craft stick to the back of the paper plate to serve as the sunflower stem.

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