Muddy Pig Craft for Preschool

This adorable muddy pig craft is going to delight your kids! This simple pig craft is made from our free printable pig template or pink construction paper. The best part is when you get to make the pig puddy with chocoalte pudding! This pig craft for preschool, toddler, and kindergarten is so much fun!

Muddy Pig Craft

Get ready for some muddy fun with this adorable pig craft that your kids are sure to love! It’s super simple to make using our free printable pig template or pink construction paper. The best part? You get to create a deliciously messy pig using chocolate pudding! This delightful pig craft is perfect for preschoolers, toddlers, and kindergarteners, making it an ideal extension activity for your “P is for Pig” lesson, a farm theme, or even a story like Charlotte’s Web. Let the creativity and giggles begin!

Looking for more cute preschool crafts? You will love our paper fish craft preschool printable, adorable giraffe craft, and 3d caterpillar craft printable.

Pig Craft

All you need to make this cute pig craft are a few common materials:

cardboard
construction paper (to make fence)
googly eyes
pink button nose
glue
pig templates (optional)
paintbrush
acrylic paint – pink, white
chocolate pudding

draw an outline of a pig with sharpie on cardboard

Pig craft preschool

Ready to kick off a fun project? Here are two awesome options to create your perfect pig:

Print one of our pig templates on cardstock for a flawless pig that students can color or paint before adding to the mud!
Prefer a more personal touch? Grab a black marker or Sharpie and draw your pig freehand on cardboard!

Pig craft for toddlers

Paint your pig using pink paint. Allow your project to dry. This is a great time to read a classic pig book for kids!

Pig Books for Preschoolers

If you’re searching for delightful stories that will engage your preschooler’s imagination and spark their love for reading, look no further!

Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White – This timeless tale of friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a clever spider named Charlotte teaches valuable lessons about love and sacrifice.
The Three Little Pigs – Dive into this beloved fairy tale where the cleverness of the three pigs leads them to build houses that will withstand the Big Bad Wolf’s attempts to blow them down!
If You Give a Pig a Pancake by Laura Numeroff – This wonderfully whimsical tale follows what happens when you give a pig a pancake, leading to a chain of delightful and unexpected events!
Olivia by Ian Falconer – Meet Olivia, a spirited little pig with a big personality who goes on all sorts of adventures, encouraging your child’s creativity and imagination.
Babe: The Gallant Pig by Dick King-Smith – This enchanting story of a piglet dreaming of flying will inspire your child to reach for the stars!
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin – Though it’s centered around cows, the antics of Farmer Brown and his typing animals lead to some hilarious pig scenarios that will have your child giggling.
Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo – This delightful story follows the lovable pig, Mercy, on her adorable adventures. Perfect for kids and anyone who loves a fun read!
The Pig in the Pond by Chris Wormell – Join a curious pig who is determined to discover the joys of swimming, leading to a fun and heartwarming tale.
The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf – While it’s primarily about a bull, the tale has charming pig characters and teaches themes of being true to oneself.
This Little Piggy – A traditional nursery rhyme that introduces your child to the joy of rhythm and repetition involving adorable little piggies!
Peppa Pig: Little Library – Based on the hit TV show, this collection of mini books follows Peppa and her family in fun-filled adventures perfect for young readers.
All Things Pigs For Kids: Filled With Plenty of Facts, Photos, and Fun to Learn all About Pigs – Learn about these amazing farm animals.

Pig craft for preschool

Once your paint is completely dry, it’s time to bring your creation to life! Grab your googly eyes and a cute pink button for the nose. Then, use a sharpie to touch up any lines that might have been accidentally painted over.

Pig crafts

Here comes the best part. Dip glue in the chocolate pudding and paint your pig to make it look like he rolled in the mud. There is no wrong way to do this part. He could be muddy all over, slightly muddy, or there could be a big mud puddle underneath him – get creative!

Pig Activities

One of my favorite things about this activity is how your project will fill the air with a delightful chocolate aroma! Who doesn’t love that sweet scent?

Pig activities for preschool

There are endless opportunities for kids to put their personal touch on their projects! It’s amazing to see how imaginative they can be while designing their pigs—playing with size, shape, features, and so much more! This delightful project is a favorite among students and truly inspires their creativity!

If you like, you can use construction paper ot make a fence for yoru little pig project to finish it off.

Pigs in Paint

Get ready for a delightful DIY adventure with our super cute muddy pig craft! Perfect for little hands, this fun activity will have your kids giggling with joy! Use our FREE printable pig template or some pink construction paper to get started. The best part? Creating a messy masterpiece with chocolate pudding!