Penguin Shape Craft for Kids: How to Make & Enjoy

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Looking for a simple, frugal, and cute craft to enjoy with your kids this winter? This penguin shape craft is just what you need!

Using a variety of basic shapes, This penguin craft is perfect for cold-weather fun. You can also simply tweak it for Valentine’s Day or Letter of the Week "Pp" activity.

This craft only uses a few basic supplies (construction paper and glue), making it a budget-friendly way to spark creativity. Whether you’re decorating your homeschool space, celebrating a winter theme, or adding some penguin love to your Valentine’s decor, this DIY project is sure to bring smiles all around.

I'm sharing my tips for making plus creative ideas for enjoying with your children.

Basic Shapes + Fun Craft = Cute Penguin!

If you need an activity that helps your kids learn and practice a bunch of skills, you'll love this penguin shape craft!

When my two older boys were young, I found it challenging to keep them busy, especially during the winter months. I had to really think outside the box for finding indoor activities that kept them engaged and curious.

I discovered that finding and using children's books with fun themes gave me a fantastic base for all sorts of fun - both educational and just because. I put together a long list of themes and book titles to use plus activities (like songs and crafts) to enjoy. At the time, I didn't realize it, but I was actually putting together both toddler and preschool lessons!

One of the books that we had the best times with was From Head to Toe by Eric Carle. My mom (now a retired Kindergarten teacher) gave us a big version of the book. As we read it again and again, the boys and I would act out the actions for each animal. So many smiles and giggles!

To keep the learning fun going, I did crafts based on the animals in the book. This basic shape penguin craft was one of our favorites!

Recommended Materials for This Penguin Paper Craft

This easy craft for kids only uses two supplies. You probably have these materials in your home, library, or classroom. If not, you can affordably pick them up at a local store or order online.

This supply list for this craft includes:

• Black, White, and Orange Construction Paper
• Scissors
• Gluestick

If you have extra time, are working with older students, or just want to give your penguin some accessories, consider using:

• Foam stickers
• Washi tape
• Glitter glue
• Sequins
• Pom poms
• Googly eyes
• Ribbon, yarn, or string
• Tempera paint sticks (like Kwik Stix), especially metallic for shimmery effects!

How to Make This Penguin Shape Craft

01

Cut out shapes

Cut the following shapes:

• one large black circle for the body
• one smaller white circle for the tummy
• one small black circle for the head
• two black heart shapes for the flippers
• two smaller orange heart shapes for the feet
• one orange triangle for the beak
• two small white circles for the eyes
• two smaller black circles for the pupils

02

Put together the head pieces

Glue the small black circles to the small white circles to make the eyes.

Glue the eyes to the small black circle.

Glue the orange beak to the head.

03

Make the body and attach head

Glue the white tummy to the large black circle.

Glue the head to the top of the large black circle.

04

Attach wings and feet

Glue the black heart flippers to the back of the body, on the sides.

Glue the orange feet to the bottom front of the body.

Creative Ways to Use Your Penguin Crafts

This penguin craft for kids is easy to customize. What craft supplies do you have that could be used to add a creative touch?

If you want to keep it simple, just follow the tutorial and you'll be all set.

Got extra time or want to make your penguin paper craft special? Brainstorm different colors and patterns. Will your penguin friend have accessories (like scarf or jewelry)?

Oh, and your kids will have a blast naming their penguin! Think of "P" names (like Pam or Paul) or go with something totally original.

Use your penguin craft as a creative writing prompt. Your students can write (or draw) a story about their winter friend.

Display your crafts on a wall, bulletin board, hallway, door, and windows. Or use a hole punch at the top and attach string to hang from the ceiling.

More Ways to Have Fun with Penguins

Want to keep your time with penguins going? Sure you do!

There are so many cool ways to enjoy penguin-themed activities. This penguin sensory bin is wonderful for hands-on learning opportunities.

If you have an Aldi store near you, see if they have any of their penguin crackers in stock. Yum and so easy! Oh, and these sledding penguins frozen banana snacks are super cute!

These free printable penguin activities are awesome for older kids to enjoy the theme.

Try some of our favorite penguin-themed books, games, and accessories:

Mr. Popper's Penguins (Newbery Honor Book)How Do Penguins Play?Penguins (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2)Little Penguin (Little Animal Friends)Tacky the PenguinPenguins!Don’t Rock the Boat Board Game - Kids Games, Family Games for Kids and Adults, Board Games for Family Night, Multi-Player Board Games, Builds Hand & Eye Coordination, Balancing Toy, Ages 5+Blue Orange Games Pengoloo Award Winning Wooden Skill Building Memory Color Recognition Game for KidsA1diee Winter Penguin Roll Stickers - Blue Cartoon Christmas Penguin Seals Stickers Envelope Tags DIY Craft Stickers for Water Bottle Holiday Baby Shower Birthday Party Gift Decor, 1000Pcs 16 PatternsDorgua Make Your Own Penguins Stickers, Make-a-Face Penguins Stickers, Penguins DIY Craft Stickers, Make Your Own Stickers for Kids Birthday Gifts Party Favors, 8 Designs 24 Sheets

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