Our 3D Paper Llama craft is the perfect blend of coloring and crafting, making it an ideal activity for crafty time with children of all ages, even preschoolers!
This 3D paper craft encourages Arty Crafty Kids to use their creativity to color in their llama, whether they take inspiration from their favorite book (Llama Llama Red Pajama springs to mind) or from the llama herds found in South America.
Once the llama is beautifully colored, Arty Crafty Kids have an opportunity to get hands on in assembling their 3D llama.
Its simple design strikes the ideal balance; offering a straightforward process while providing just the right amount of challenge for a diverse age group.
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How to Make the 3D Paper Llama Craft
Materials:
- Card Stock or Paper for Printing
- A Coloring Medium
- Glue Stick
- Scissors
Download the Llama Template:
TIP: Make sure the printer settings are set to ‘fit to page’ and will accept heavy weighted paper.
The 3D Llama template is available to members of the
Arty Crafty Kids club.
Members will need to log in to access the templates: https://www.artycraftykids.com/product/3d-llama-craft-template/
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Watch the Step-by-Step to see how Llama Coloring Craft is made:
Let’s Make a Llama!
Step 1: Choose a favorite medium to color in the llama template.
When considering the coloring medium in terms of age appropriateness, crayons are generally more suitable for younger children due to their ease of use and less mess.
On the other hand, watercolor pens can be better suited for older children who have developed more refined motor skills and are ready to explore blending techniques and more intricate color effects.
With watercolor pens, older kids can experiment with blending colors together, creating stunning gradients and adding depth to their artistic creations, making it a wonderful medium to nurture their creativity and skills.
Step 2: Carefully cut out the llama elements from the template.
Step 3: Find the center line and fold the llama head piece in half.
Add a dab of glue to the top of the llama’s head and secure the folds to make a double sides llama head.
Step 4: Find the dotted line on the llama’s body and cut a small slit.
Afterward, simply fold the llama’s body in half to give the paper craft a 3D dimension.
Step 5: Apply a dab of glue to the bottom area of the llama’s neck on both sides.
Carefully place the llama’s head into the slit on the body and then gently pinch the body together to firmly secure the head in place.
Step 6: Attach all four legs to the llama’s body.
Step 7: For the final step, fold the tail in half and affix it with glue to the creased part on the llama’s body.
Once the tail is attached to the llama’s body, the coloring craft is now complete!
Your Arty Crafty Kids will proudly own a fully assembled 3D llama that they can proudly display and enjoy playing with.
Benefits of the Llama Coloring Craft:
The Printable Llama Craft is an ideal activity for preschoolers that offers an enriching crafting experience; fostering fine motor skills, creativity, cognitive abilities and self-confidence – all in a fun and enjoyable way!
Fine Motor Skills: Our fun paper Llama craft promotes fine motor skill development as children engage in coloring, cutting, and assembling the craft elements.
These activities require precision and control, helping children to enhance their hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
The craft encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Preschoolers can choose their own color combinations, adding a personal touch to their lion creation. This artistic freedom nurtures their creativity, self-expression, and decision-making skills.
Engaging in this craft can boost confidence and self-esteem in preschoolers. As they see their completed lion come to life, they’ll feel a sense of accomplishment, which positively impacts their self-confidence and encourages further exploration of their artistic abilities.
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