Looking for a creative and heartfelt craft for Father’s Day? This Father’s Day Paper Crown is a fun and easy project for kids that makes a memorable gift for Dad. The crown comes with two free printable templates — one in color and one in black-and-white for kids to color in themselves.
In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps for making the crown using the black-and-white version of the template.
What You’ll Need:
- Free PDF template (black-and-white version)
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- White cardstock or thick paper
- Colored pencils or markers
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Colored construction paper (for the hand shape)
Instructions:
Print the Template
Download and print the black-and-white version of the Father’s Day crown template on white cardstock. This ensures durability and gives kids a nice surface to color on.
Color the Crown
Use your favorite markers, crayons, or colored pencils to color the crown and the cheerful message that reads:
“Thumbs up for the best dad!”
Cut Out the Pieces
Carefully cut out all the elements from the template:
- The main crown piece
- The extra band for adjusting the crown’s size
- The hand template
Make a Colorful Hand
Place the hand template on a sheet of colored construction paper in any color you like. Trace and cut out the hand shape.
Create the Thumbs-Up Gesture
Glue the colorful hand to the right side of the crown. Then, gently fold the fingers inward and glue just the tips of the fingers to the crown to form a thumbs-up gesture. This adds a unique 3D effect that kids will love!
Assemble the Crown
Attach the extra strip to the main crown to make it fit around the child’s head. Adjust the size as needed and secure it with glue or tape.
How to Use the Father’s Day Paper Crown:
This crown is a wonderful craft for:
- Father’s Day gifts from preschool or elementary school kids
- Classroom activities and family-themed craft sessions
- Photo booths or keepsake photos with Dad on his special day
- Father-child events or Father’s Day breakfasts
- Handmade additions to greeting cards or gift baskets
Whether worn with pride or given as a sweet surprise, this handmade crown is sure to make Dad feel like a king!
Download the Free PDF Template
Make Father’s Day extra special with this thoughtful and interactive craft. Choose your version — color or black-and-white — and start creating today!
