Try this easy and inexpensive ladybug craft that will brighten your child's day. Kids love ladybugs!
Paper plate ladybug
Supplies Needed:
small paper plate
red and black tempra paint, paintbrush
wiggly eyes
glue
Paint the bottom of the paper plate red. Let dry. With the black paint, draw on lines to form the ladybug's head and wings. Paint on black dots on the wings for the ladybug's spots. Let dry. Glue on wiggly eyes and draw or paint on a mouth.
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