Categories: Activities for Kids

Elephant Puppet Printable Template

Hello all elephant crafters! We have a fun and awesome elephant puppet printable pattern to share with you.

This puppet is super fun to make and even more fun to play with, and will keep kids from preschool, kindergarten and older entertained.

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If you are looking for a fun elephant related activity to do with your kids or with your class, just try making this elephant puppet.

Not only is it fun to color and assemble, it’s also great fun to play with – and when combined with other puppets of the same type, it gives kids plenty of room for exciting dramatic play.

How to use our elephant puppet print template

What you need:

  • our printable template (get it at the end of this guide)
  • paper – thicker printing paper is recommended
  • coloring materials
  • glue
  • drag

Follow the step-by-step instructions

Start by printing out the printable elephant puppet template. We recommend printing on thicker printer paper, but regular printer paper will work just as well.

Color the puppet. Only color the middle third of the paper, as the other two-thirds will not be visible when the puppet is folded (there is nothing wrong with coloring the whole thing).

Also, color in the “accessories” on the second page. There are many different colors you can choose from, we think gray or blue work best with elephant skin but you don’t have to limit yourself to “realistic” colors.

Cut off ears, body and tusks. Set aside.

Take the first sheet of paper and fold along all the dotted lines.

We usually use a craft stick to run over all the folds to make them really sharp. This makes the puppet much easier to fold.

Open all the folds. Place the design side facing the table. Fold one flap to the left or right towards the center and glue the third fold.

Fold the remaining “third” section over the section you just glued. Press down to let the glue set.

Fold along the dotted lines into an M shape.

The M shape would look like this, with the inside of the mouth resembling valley folds.

Glue all the “accessories” onto your elephant puppet.

Now push your fingers into the two slots and let your elephant puppet come to life!

Get printable elephant puppet template

Download the template here: Printable Elephant Template

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Matthew Oldham

Name: Matthew Oldham Title: Author and Professional Illustrator Biography: Matthew Oldham is an accomplished author and illustrator, renowned for his engaging educational books published with Usborne. With a background in English literature, he has a flair for making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Before his writing career, he worked with the BBC, where he produced comedic radio programs. His transition into illustration allowed him to combine his love for storytelling with his artistic talents. Skills and Interests: Matthew’s illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colors and intricate details, bringing life to the subjects he writes about. He is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring the outdoors, often drawing inspiration from nature for his artwork. On quieter days, he can be found lounging with a good book or sketching new ideas for his next project. Contributions: Matthew’s books cover a wide range of topics, from history and science to the wonders of the Earth. His illustrations not only complement his writing but also stand alone as works of art, exhibited in galleries and used in educational materials worldwide. His dedication to both writing and illustrating has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature and art education.

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