Paper Bag Squirrel Craft (Free Printable Template)

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Looking for a fun and creative craft project for kids? This adorable Paper Bag Squirrel Puppet is the perfect activity! Using simple craft supplies like colored paper, glue, and a paper bag, kids can create their very own squirrel puppet. It’s an excellent project for imaginative play, storytelling, or just a fun afternoon craft.

Paper bag squirrel puppet craft.

Squirrels are fascinating little creatures that kids love learning about! This Paper Bag Squirrel Puppet Craft brings the charm of squirrels to life while helping kids develop their creativity and fine motor skills.

Pair this craft with fun activities like our Squirrel Coloring Pages or our Fall Scavenger Hunt to make the learning experience even more engaging.

Want to explore more squirrel-inspired ideas? Check out our Acorn Templates for a craft kids will love or explore other seasonal fun with our Fall Craft Templates!

Why You’ll Love This Craft

  • Easy and Fun: Simple steps make this a perfect activity for kids of all ages.
  • Great for Creativity: Kids can personalize their squirrel puppet with colors and designs.
  • Perfect for Playtime: Once completed, the puppet can be used for imaginative play or storytime.
  • Minimal Supplies Needed: You likely already have most of the materials at home!

List of Supplies

  • Paper bag squirrel template (you can grab the free printable at the end of this post)
  • Colored craft papers (pink, white, and 3 shades of brown)
  • Paper bag
  • Craft glue
  • Pencil
  • Scissors

Instructions

The free printable squirrel template comes in two sizes, a small size for much smaller paper bags, and a larger size designed for a typical lunch sized brown paper bag.

Squirrel craft template pieces.

Step 1: Prepare the Paper Pieces

Select pink, white, and three shades of brown craft paper for the squirrel.

Trace the tail, body base, head, outer ears, and legs on medium brown paper.

Trace the bottom of the tail on dark brown paper and the belly on light brown paper.

Use white paper for the face and pink paper for the blush and inner ears.
Cut out all the traced patterns.

Assembling the Squirrel.

Step 2: Assemble the Tail and Head

Glue the dark brown bottom strip onto the main tail pattern.

Attach the white face cutout to the bottom of the head cutout.

Glue the pink inner ears onto the center of the brown outer ear patterns.

Adding details to Squirrels face.

Step 3: Add Features to the Head

Attach the ears to the top of the head.

Glue the pink blush cutouts to each cheek.

Use a sharpie to draw the eyes, nose, and mouth on the squirrel’s face.

Preparing the paper bag.

Step 4: Prepare the Paper Bag

Use a brown paper bag for the base of the puppet. The flat bottom side of the bag will serve as the squirrel’s head.

Adding feet to bottom of paper bag.

Step 5: Attach the Legs

Glue the squirrels legs near the open end of the paper bag. If using a long bag, you may need to trim it a few inches.

Adding body pieces to paper bag.

Step 6: Build the Body

Attach the body base cutout over the legs and the paper bag’s surface.

Glue the tail to one side of the paper bag.

Paper bag squirrel puppet craft.

Step 7: Complete the Puppet

Attach the squirrel’s head to the bottom flat side of the bag. Flatten the bag to align the head with the body and tail. Your paper bag squirrel puppet is now ready!

Paper bag squirrel puppet craft.
Paper bag squirrel puppet craft.

Top Tips

  • Use Wrapping Paper: Don’t have a brown paper bag? Create one with brown wrapping or craft paper.
  • Add Details: Decorate the squirrel further with stickers, glitter, or additional designs.
  • Prep for Younger Kids: Pre-cut the shapes for younger children to make assembly easier.

Educational Uses

Fine Motor Skills: Cutting and gluing the pieces helps kids practice their coordination.

Storytelling: Use the squirrel puppet to create stories, enhancing language skills and imagination.

Thematic Learning: Pair this craft with lessons about squirrels, their habitats, and their role in nature.

Creative Expression: Let kids experiment with colors and add their personal flair to the design.

Grab the Free Printable

Ready to get started? Download the Paper Bag Squirrel Puppet template by entering your email below.

We’ll send it right to your inbox! This is for personal or classroom use only please. Not for commercial use. Thank you!

We hope you and your little ones enjoy making this cute Paper Bag Squirrel Puppet! It’s a simple and engaging activity that encourages creativity and imaginative play.

Share your creations with us—we’d love to see how your squirrel puppets turned out!

Paper bag squirrel craft.

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