These paper plate Father’s Day crafts for kids work for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and even bigger kids who just want to give Dad a cool homemade something.
Every idea uses paper plates and basic supplies, and none of the steps are complicated. So nobody gets stuck.
Here’s what you can make:
1. Paper Plate “Best Dad Ever” Award
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Yellow or gold paint
- Paintbrush
- Ribbon (red, blue, or any color)
- Marker
- Glue or tape
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint the plate yellow or gold and let it dry. Cut two short ribbons and glue them to the back so they hang down. Write “Best Dad Ever!” right in the center. Go crazy with stars, hearts, or whatever stickers you’ve got. Hand Dad his award when he wakes up.
2. Paper Plate Tie Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Colored paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
- Stickers (optional)
Instructions
Grab some colored paper and cut out a big necktie shape. Next, take another piece and snip out a small triangle for the tie knot. Glue the tie right down the middle of a paper plate, then stick the triangle at the top—now you’ve got a knot.
Use markers or crayons to add stripes, dots, or whatever doodles you like. Throw in some stickers if you want to make it extra bright. You can write “Happy Father’s Day!” on the back.
3. Paper Plate Dad Face Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Colored paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons
- Yarn or cotton balls (optional)
Instructions
Draw Dad’s face on the plate—the bigger and goofier the features, the better. Cut out eyebrows, hair, or a mustache from colored paper and glue them on (or grab some yarn or cotton balls for hair and beard).
Try to make it look just like him. Kids usually end up cracking up.
4. Paper Plate Tool Belt Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Colored construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- String or yarn
Instructions
Cut your paper plate in half, then glue the bottom half onto another plate so you make a pocket. Cut out some tools—hammer, wrench, screwdriver—from colored paper, decorate them with markers, and tuck them into the pocket.
Tie on some string to hang it up. Add “Dad, you’re the best fixer!” on the front.
5. Paper Plate “Dad, You’re My Hero” Shield
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Red, blue, and yellow paint or markers
- Paintbrush
- Star stickers (optional)
Instructions
Paint the whole plate red and let it dry. Add a big blue circle in the middle, then put a bright yellow star in the center. Stick on stars or other bold designs and write “Dad, You’re My Hero!” So now Dad gets his own superhero shield.
6. Paper Plate Grill Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Black paint
- Gray paper
- Red, orange, and yellow paper
- Glue
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint the plate black, let it dry. Glue gray paper strips across for grill lines. Cut out flames from red, orange, and yellow paper, and stick them under the grill lines. Write “Dad is the Grill Master!” It’s perfect for dads who love to barbecue.
7. Paper Plate Trophy for Dad
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Yellow paint
- Construction paper
- Glue
- Marker
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint one plate yellow and let it dry. Cut two handle shapes from construction paper and glue them onto the sides. In the middle, write “#1 Dad.” Decorate with stars or doodles.
8. Paper Plate “Dad Rocks” Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Gray paint or gray construction paper
- Paintbrush
- Black marker
- Colored paper (optional)
- Glue
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint the plate gray, or cover it with gray paper, and let it dry. Draw rock shapes around the edge with a black marker. Write “Dad Rocks!” in the center. Cut out colored rocks (or hearts and stars) from other paper and glue them on.
Kids go nuts for this one, and dads love the sweet message.
9. Paper Plate Dad Pizza Craft
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Yellow, red, and brown construction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Marker
Instructions
Leave the plate white for crust. Cut a big circle from yellow paper (cheese) and small circles from red and brown paper for toppings. Glue everything down and write “Dad, You’re a Pizza My Heart!”
10. Paper Plate Dad Medal
Materials
- 1 paper plate
- Gold or yellow paint
- Ribbon
- Glue
- Marker
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint the plate gold or yellow, let it dry. Cut two short ribbons for tails and glue them to the bottom. Write “World’s Best Dad” in the middle and add stars or hearts.
In the end, these paper plate Father’s Day crafts for kids aren’t hard or messy, and making them is half the fun. Dads love getting something handmade—doesn’t matter if it’s super fancy or a silly face, it’s a keepsake they actually want.
Let the kids pick their favorite, and you’ll have a Father’s Day gift that’s full of heart.
Need more inspiration for Father’s Day crafts for kids? Check out these posts!:
- 10 Father’s Day Crafts for Toddlers (Easy Gifts Dad Will Love)
- 20 Easy Preschool Father’s Day Crafts That Are Actually Cute
- 10 Easy Father’s Day Cards for Kids (Cute & Simple Ideas)
- Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: From Tiny Hands to Big Smiles
- 30 Homemade Father’s Day Gifts Kids Can Make
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