Paper Plate Mask
Here's What To Do
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Make a paper plate mask for your child to decorate:
- Fold a paper plate in half and use scissors to cut any shape for a mouth
- Open the paper plate and poke two holes for the eyes; use scissors to cut the holes into any shape
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Give your child coloring materials like crayons or markers to decorate the mask
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(optional) When the mask is complete, attach a paper headband strip or rubber bands to secure the mask to your child's face.
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Play pretend with your new mask!
Put PEER Into Action
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Pause:
- Sit close to your child in a distraction-free environment for this activity.
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Engage:
- After cutting the eyes and mouth, hold the paper plate over your face to show your child what you're making.
- Ask your child: "How do you want to decorate your mask?"
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Encourage:
- Describe your child's artistic choices, like: "Oh, I see you're using green around the eye part of the mask."
- Your child will likely scribble on the mask instead of drawing objects, this is developmentally appropriate.
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Reflect:
- Did your child enjoy working on this project?
Not quite ready?
Make a mask for your child, and describe what you're doing while they watch.
Ready for more?
Ask your child to create a mask that resembles an animal or character.
As your child masters this skill...
They will create art with scribble drawings.