Make this Paper Bag Donkey Craft for kids to add fun to your crafting session. This easy and delightful craft comes with a Free template to make an adorable donkey puppet in little time!
A great way to boost creativity and fine motor skills, this paper bag Donkey craft is a perfect addition to Farm animal crafts for preschoolers, animal themed units and storytelling.
Easy Paper Bag Donkey Puppet Craft For Kids
This cute donkey craft for kids uses basic craft materials that you probably already have in your craft’s cabinet. Plus, it comes with a free printable template to make crafting even easier.
Supplies:
- Colored craft papers
- Small brown paper bag
- Pencil
- Free donkey template
- Scissors
- Craft glue
- Markers
- Free Donkey Craft Template – Grab free template at the end of the page.
How to Make a Paper Bag Donkey Puppet
Time needed: 20 minutes
- Print the Template
Print the template and trace all parts including the head, ears, eyes, body, tail, and mane on craft paper in colours of your choice. Carefully cut them out. Draw the eyes using a black marker.
- Assemble the Ears
Paste the inner ear pieces onto the outer ear cutouts.
- Make Donkey’s Head
Attach the ears to the top of the head cutout. Next, glue the mane between the ears and add the mouth cutout at the bottom.
- Add Facial Features
Glue the eyes above the mouth and attach blush spots on the cheeks. Use a marker to draw the nose and mouth details.
- Prepare the Body
Attach the tail tip to the tail. Next, glue the hoof pieces along the bottom of the body cutout and paste the belly piece above them.
- Attach to Paper Bag
Flatten the bottom of the paper bag and glue the head onto it.
- Make the body
Attach the body below the head and glue the tail on either side of the paper bag to complete your donkey puppet.
That’s all! Your cutesy puppet craft is ready! This Paper Bag Donkey Craft is perfect for school as well as home. Sure to boost fine motor skills and imagination.
FAQ
This craft is ideal for kids aged 5 years and above.
Use this fun craft for storytelling, role-play, puppet shows or pretend play! It is great addition farm animals unit.
Yes! But craft paper works best owing to its thickness.