Fun Butterfly Suncatcher Craft For Kids

We have been deep into studying butterflies! So this butterfly suncatcher craft for kids was a perfect pair with all the other things we have been learning about with butterflies! Try this sun catcher craft with your little ones. Grab my free butterfly template below!

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Butterfly Suncatcher Craft For Kids

We recently did an entire butterfly unit with my daughter. If you haven’t already, download my FREE Butterfly Activity Pack.

I always like to add fun crafts when we are learning about something new. My daughter is very hands-on and loves doing crafts.

This butterfly suncatcher craft for kids is simple to set up, and so much fun to create and hang up as a suncatcher.

Supplies You Need:

• Butterfly Template
• Small Pieces of Tissue Paper
• White Elmers Glue
• Paint Brush

Other Butterfly Post & Activity Ideas:

• Butterfly Lifecycle Craft
• FREE Butterfly Activity Pack

How To Set This Activity Up

1. Print the Butterfly Template
2. Set up supplies ( Tissue Paper, Glue, and Scissors)
3. Cut out the butterfly template
4. Work in sections, glue the small tissue paper pieces around the butterfly.
5. Allow to dry, and find a window with a good amount of sunlight to hang the butterfly suncatcher.

Hanging Up Your Butterfly Suncatchers

You want to pick a window that gets a good amount of sunlight. These suncatchers can be hung up by using clear tape. I found this to be the best method for hanging up the suncatchers because it doesn’t take away from the craft.

Benefits Of This Activity

Here is a short list of benefits for this craft:

• Fine Motor Skills – Gluing small tissue paper pieces helps improve hand-eye coordination.
• Creativity – Kids get to explore color combinations and create their own unique designs with the tissue papers.
• Patience and Focus – Carefully placing small pieces of tissue paper promotes concentration and attention to detail.
• Confidence – Completing a beautiful, display-worthy craft gives children a sense of accomplishment.
• Sensory Exploration – Handling soft tissue paper and sticky glue provides a fun, hands-on sensory experience.