Looking for a fun and simple craft idea for kids? This Toilet Paper Roll Zebra Craft is perfect! Using our free PDF printable template, children can create an adorable zebra using just a few basic materials like colored paper, scissors, glue, and a toilet paper roll. It’s a wonderful activity for home, classroom, or animal-themed learning projects.
- What You’ll Need:
- Instructions:
- Print the Template
- Cut Out the Pieces
- Prepare the Colored Paper Pieces
- Create the Zebra’s Body
- Wrap the Toilet Paper Roll
- Make the Zebra’s Face
- Add the eyes from the template.
- Attach the Head
- Why This Craft Is Great for Kids
- Download Free PDF printable template Toilet Paper Roll Zebra Craft
What You’ll Need:
- Free printable zebra template (PDF)
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- White printer paper
- Colored paper (black and white)
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Black marker
- Empty toilet paper roll
Instructions:
Print the Template
Download and print the free zebra template on white paper. The template includes the zebra’s head, snout, eyes, body wrap, and a long strip for extra detailing.
Cut Out the Pieces
Carefully cut out all parts from the printed template.
Prepare the Colored Paper Pieces
Using the template as a guide, cut out the following from colored paper:
- White head
- Black oval snout
- 5 long black stripes
- White rectangle (zebra’s body)
Create the Zebra’s Body
Start by gluing the black stripes horizontally across the white rectangle. In our version, we used 5 black stripes. This creates the zebra’s classic striped look.
Wrap the Toilet Paper Roll
Once the body is ready, wrap the decorated rectangle around the toilet paper roll and glue it in place.
Make the Zebra’s Face
Glue the black snout onto the white head.
Add the eyes from the template.
Then, using a black marker, draw zebra stripes on the face and add a smile.
Attach the Head
Finally, glue the completed zebra head onto the top of the paper roll.
And there you have it—your own cute zebra made from a toilet paper roll!
Why This Craft Is Great for Kids
Crafting activities like this one help develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to introduce young children to animals, patterns (like stripes), and the importance of recycling materials such as toilet paper rolls. Kids will feel proud of their creation and enjoy imaginative play with their new zebra friend!
