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Craft a Bunny!

Craft a Bunny!
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Make a cute paper bunny using colored paper, scissors, glue, and markers. Practice cutting, folding, and decorating simple shapes to create ears, face, and tail.

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Step-by-step guide to craft a paper bunny

What you need
Adult supervision required, colored paper, colouring materials, cotton ball, glue stick, pencil, scissors

Step 1

Gather all the Materials Needed and put them on a clear workspace.

Step 2

Pick one sheet of colored paper to be the bunny's body.

Step 3

Use your pencil to draw a large oval on the chosen sheet for the body.

Step 4

Cut out the oval carefully with scissors.

Step 5

Take a second sheet of colored paper and fold it in half.

Step 6

Draw one long ear shape along the folded edge with your pencil.

Step 7

Cut the ear shape while the paper is folded to make two matching ears.

Step 8

Choose a third sheet and draw a smaller circle with your pencil for the bunny's face.

Step 9

Cut out the smaller circle for the face.

Step 10

Glue the face circle onto the top center of the oval body.

Step 11

Glue the two ears behind the face so they stick up above the head.

Step 12

Use colouring materials to draw eyes a nose and a mouth on the face.

Step 13

Glue a cotton ball to the back of the oval as a fluffy tail.

Step 14

Add extra decorations like spots bows or patterns on the body using colouring materials.

Step 15

Take a photo of your finished bunny and share your creation on DIY.org.

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

If I don't have cotton balls or colored paper, what can I use instead?

Use a white pom‑pom, a crumpled piece of tissue paper, or a small scrap of batting glued to the back of the oval for the tail in place of the 'Glue a cotton ball' step, and color plain printer paper or use a brown paper bag sheet for the body and face.

My ears came out uneven or tore while cutting — how can I fix that?

Refold the second sheet along the folded edge, re‑trace one long ear on the fold, and cut slowly with sharper safety scissors so both ears match and stay intact before gluing them behind the face as directed.

How can I adapt this bunny craft for different age groups?

For toddlers (2–4) pre‑cut the oval, face, and ears and let them glue and decorate, for preschool/early elementary (4–7) supervise cutting and gluing, and for older kids (8+) let them design patterns, add pipe‑cleaner whiskers or sequins, and photograph the finished bunny to share on DIY.org.

What are some ways to make the bunny more special or durable?

Make the bunny sturdier and more personal by using cardstock for the body, adding googly eyes or pipe‑cleaner whiskers, attaching the ears with a paper fastener so they move, and decorating with ribbon, sequins, or fabric scraps before taking the photo to share on DIY.org.

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Facts about paper crafts

♻️ Many craft papers can be recycled or upcycled — using scraps makes crafting kinder to the planet.

✂️ Cutting and gluing help build fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in kids.

🎨 Decorating your paper bunny with markers and patterns is a fun way to practice creativity and storytelling.

📄 Origami traditionally uses only folding (no cuts or glue), while papercraft lets you cut and glue — great for bunnies with fluffy tails!

🐰 Rabbits' front teeth never stop growing, so they nibble a lot to keep them the right length!

How do I make a cute paper bunny craft with my child?

Start by folding a sheet of colored paper in half for a symmetrical bunny body. Draw and cut a rounded body and two long ear shapes (or use templates). Unfold and glue ears to the body; add a small circle for a tail. Use markers to draw eyes, nose, whiskers, and mouth. Decorate with patterns, stickers, or googly eyes. Allow glue to dry before handling. Supervise cutting for younger children.

What materials do I need to craft a paper bunny?

You'll need colored paper or cardstock, child-safe scissors, a glue stick or white craft glue, washable markers or crayons, and a pencil for tracing. Optional items: googly eyes, cotton balls for tails, stickers, patterned paper, and small templates. A cutting mat, ruler, and adult scissors for detailed cuts are helpful for older kids. Keep all supplies non-toxic and age-appropriate.

What ages is this paper bunny craft suitable for?

This craft suits ages about 3 and up with adjustments: toddlers (3–4) can help with sticking and decorating while an adult cuts the shapes. Preschool to early elementary (5–7) can practice simple cutting and gluing with supervision. Older children (8–11+) can create more detailed bunnies, add patterns, or design standing or pop-up versions. Avoid small decorations for children under 3 due to choking risk.

What are the benefits and safety tips for making a paper bunny?

Making a paper bunny builds fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, and following step-by-step instructions. It also boosts confidence and can encourage storytelling or seasonal learning. For safety, use child-safe scissors, supervise cutting and gluing, choose non-toxic supplies, and avoid small loose items for toddlers. Work on a clutter-free surface, let glue dry fully, and praise effort over perfection to keep the experience positive and low-stress.
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