Paper-plate diya decoration
A hands-on, screen-free craft for curious little makers. Have a grown-up help with preparation and any cutting.

✓ Finished-example picture✓ Supplies checklist✓ Easy numbered steps✓ Grown-up help where needed
Make it together
- Color the plate with warm colors and patterns.
- Fold the plate gently into a little bowl shape.
- Decorate it with a paper flame and place it on a shelf.
Try this next
For a simpler craft, decorate a flat plate. For more challenge, create a repeating rangoli border.
Safety note: Use a paper flame only. Never place a real candle in this paper craft.

GROWN-UPS: KEEP THE ADVENTURE GOING
Enjoyed making this? Meet the friends in their story!
See the matching Tabitha’s First Diwali picture book and watch the animated story together.
More little adventures
Pair this craft with a coloring page or activity worksheet.
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