“In a Galaxy Far, Far Away” Star Wars Paper Plate Craft for Kids
First released in 1977, Star Wars was a mega-hit and it still is today. Disney acquired the rights to star Wars and it is such an intriguing film series for kids and families alike. All Star Wars loving kids would have a blast creating their own Star Wars paper plate craft, and it would also be a fun craft for a Star Wars themed birthday party. Young Star Wars fans will love making this cool and super easy craft.
What is the Star Wars Death Star?
In the Star Wars series, the death star is a pretty big deal! It is massive in size, the size of a moon, and it was a space station with the ability to destroy the entire planet. The Death Star was the Empire’s ultimate weapon! This Star Wars paper plate craft represents an easy version of the Death Star that would be fun for a young fan of the classic movie series to make.
Materials needed to make this Star Wars Paper Plate Craft:
1 paper plate
Gray tempera paint (or black and white to mix)
Glue
Scissors
Popsicle stick, if desired
Printable Death Star Paper Plate templates – click here to print now, and here
Print out the templates on construction paper and cut out the shapes. You can cut the shapes exactly or trim them smaller or larger according to preference.
Paint the back (or both sides) of the paper plate gray and let dry thoroughly.
Decorate the paper plate by attaching pieces with glue.
Let your child cut out all of the needed shapes and arrange the pieces on the paper plate figuring out a configuration that resembles the Death Star. Be creative, there is really no right or wrong way to do this. Showing a picture of the death star to your child might provide inspiration to them.
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Glue or tape the death star paper plate to the popsicle stick if you want to make this craft into a puppet.
Allow the craft to dry completely before playing with it or displaying it.
Death Star Star Wars Paper Plate Craft
First released in 1977, Star Wars was a mega-hit and it still is today. Disney acquired the rights to Star Wars and it is such an intriguing film series for kids and families alike. All Star Wars loving kids would have a blast creating their own Star Wars paper plate craft, and it would also be a fun craft for a Star Wars themed birthday party. Young Star Wars fans will love making this cool and super easy craft.
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Gray tempera paint (or black and white to mix) Glue
- Scissors
- Popsicle stick, if desired
- Printable Death Star Paper Plate templates
Tools
Instructions
- To use a print and cut device (such as Cricut Explore), use the PNG images. Upload to your machine software and cut according to manufacturer’s instructions. Print the Template here
- If not using the print and cut option, print the PDF and get age appropriate scissors for your child to cut the pieces out..
- Let your child cut out all of the needed shapes and arrange the pieces on the paper plate figuring out a configuration that resembles the Death Star. Be creative, there is really no right or wrong way to do this. Showing a picture of the death star to your child might provide inspiration to them.
- Paint the paper plate gray and allow to dry completely.
- Decorate the paper plate by attaching pieces with glue.
- Glue or tape the paper plate to the popsicle stick.
- Allow the craft to dry completely before playing or displaying.
Notes
Creative ideas for this craft:
1. Star Wars themed child's birthday party
2. Watching the movie with your kids and giving them a hands-on activity to "participate" in the movie. This provides active, creative play for your child.
Have Fun!
