Nibbles the Book Monster Craft: Easy Paper Plate Activity for Kids
Looking for a fun book-inspired craft for kids? This adorable Nibbles the Book Monster paper plate craft is the perfect activity to pair with a read-aloud of Emma Yarlett’s Nibbles: The Book Monster!
There is something so special about finding a children’s book that your kids absolutely love!
One of our favorite books is Nibbles: The Book Monster by Emma Yarlett. This silly little monster has a habit of nibbling his way through books, and his adventures make reading so much fun!
We decided to bring a little of that book magic into our day by creating our very own Nibbles-inspired paper plate monster.
This fun, simple craft is perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, or any little book lover who enjoys getting creative.
And the best part? You probably already have most of the supplies at home!
Nibbles the Book Monster Paper Plate Craft
This colorful little monster is made with a paper plate, paint, and a few pieces of construction paper.
I love crafts like this because children can make their monsters as silly and unique as they want!
Supplies You’ll Need
- One paper plate
- Yellow washable paint
- Paintbrush
- White construction paper
- Black marker or black paint
- Red marker or red construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick or school glue
- Pencil
- A copy of Nibbles: The Book Monster by Emma Yarlett
Optional: Crayons or colored pencils for decorating the monster’s horns.
How to Make Your Nibbles Book Monster
Step 1: Paint Your Paper Plate
Paint the front of your paper plate bright yellow.
Use a paintbrush or sponge brush to cover the entire plate.
Set it aside to dry completely before adding the monster’s face.
Step 2: Make the Monster’s Eyes
Cut two large circles or ovals from white construction paper.
Color in the centers with a black marker or black paint to create the monster’s big, silly eyes.
Glue the eyes toward the upper middle of your paper plate.
Don’t worry about making them perfectly even. Silly eyes make this monster even more fun!
Step 3: Add the Horns
Cut two triangles from white construction paper.
Use a black marker to draw diagonal stripes across each triangle.
Glue the horns to the back of the paper plate so they stick out from the top.
Step 4: Give Your Monster Some Teeth
Cut a few small triangles from white construction paper.
Glue them around the monster’s mouth to create pointy little teeth.
Our monster has two teeth at the bottom and one near the top!
Step 5: Draw a Silly Monster Smile
Use a black marker to draw a big, curved smile.
Add a little red tongue sticking out for an extra silly expression.
Step 6: Let Your Monster Dry
Once everything is glued in place, let your monster dry.
Now you have your very own Nibbles-inspired book monster!
Turn This Craft Into a Fun Reading Activity
One of my favorite ways to encourage a love of reading is by pairing books with simple hands-on activities.
After reading Nibbles: The Book Monster, invite your child to create their own silly monster.
You can even ask a few questions while they work:
- What do you think your monster would like to eat?
- What would you name your monster?
- What is your favorite part of the story?
- What kind of adventure would your monster go on?
- What would happen if your monster escaped into another book?
These little conversations are a fun way to encourage imagination, storytelling, and early reading comprehension.
Why I Love This Book-Inspired Craft
Paper plate crafts are some of my favorites because they are inexpensive, easy to prepare, and adaptable for different ages.
This Nibbles activity gives children an opportunity to practice:
- Fine motor skills: Cutting, gluing, painting, and drawing.
- Creativity: Designing their own silly monster.
- Listening skills: Following along during a read-aloud.
- Storytelling: Imagining adventures for their monster.
- Book connections: Bringing a favorite story to life through art.
Younger children may need help cutting out the eyes, horns, and teeth, while older children can complete more of the craft independently.
More Fun Ways to Use Your Nibbles Monster
Once your paper plate monster is finished, the fun doesn’t have to stop!
Try displaying your child’s monster near their bookshelf, using it as a prop while retelling the story, or inviting them to create another monster in a different color.
You could even have a monster-themed reading afternoon with several favorite children’s books!
Final Thoughts
I love finding little ways to make reading fun for my kids, and this Nibbles the Book Monster craft is such a sweet activity to enjoy together.
It’s simple, colorful, inexpensive, and a fun way to bring a favorite story to life.
If your kids love silly monsters and creative activities, I hope you’ll try this paper plate craft!
Have you read Nibbles: The Book Monster with your kids? I’d love to hear what they think of this mischievous little character!
