Get ready for some Halloween fun with our adorable tissue paper black cat craft!
This project is super easy to create, making it perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
Using our free template, little ones can create their very own cute black cat silhouette using tissue paper.
It’s a fantastic way to celebrate the spooky season while developing fine motor skills and enjoying a creative activity.
Black Cat Craft
Materials
- Black cat craft template (available for download below)
- Black tissue paper
- Scissors
- Glue
Instructions
First, download and print out the free black cat craft template, which you can find at the bottom of this article.
Next, cut up black tissue paper into small pieces (roughly 1″x1″).
Working in sections, cover part of the cat in glue, lightly crinkle pieces of black tissue paper, and stick them to the glue.
Continue until the entire cat is covered in black tissue paper.
Once you’re done with the tissue paper, cut out around the outside of the cat.
And just like that, your black cat craft is complete!
This simple and fun craft is a wonderful way to get into the Halloween spirit while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills in young children.
Don’t forget to display your adorable black cats around your home to add a festive touch to your Halloween decorations.
Black Cat Craft
Kids will love making this super easy black cat Halloween craft!
Instructions
- Download and print out the free black craft template.
- Cut up black tissue paper into small pieces (approximately 1"x1").
- Working in sections, cover part of the cat in glue, lightly crinkle pieces of black tissue paper, and stick them to the glue.
- Continue until the entire cat is covered in black tissue paper.
- Cut out the completed black cat.
Book Recommendations
Here are some awesome books featuring black cats to go along with your black cat craft!
Scaredy-Cat, Splat! by Rob Scotton– In this delightful story, Splat the Cat is excited about Halloween but also very nervous about the school’s costume contest. Determined to make a scary costume, Splat ends up learning that sometimes being yourself is the best way to shine. This humorous and heartwarming tale is accompanied by Rob Scotton’s engaging illustrations, making it a Halloween favorite for young readers.
The Not-So-Spooky Black Cat by Oliver Rogue– Booga, a black cat, has always had trouble fitting in, until he meets a family that loves him unconditionally. In this touching tale, Booga learns to appreciate his own uniqueness and realizes that everyone is special, regardless of how they look.
Five Black Cats by Patricia Hegarty– In this rhythmic and engaging tale, five black cats set out on a Halloween adventure, stirring up some playful mischief. Each page turn brings new surprises as the cats explore their spooky surroundings. Patricia Hegarty’s playful text and Julia Woolf’s whimsical illustrations make this book a delightful read-aloud for young children, perfect for celebrating the magic and fun of Halloween.
