3D Rocket Template Printable Craft [Free Download]

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When you have a child who is learning about space, you know they can’t stop at one activity! They want all the space activities.

That’s what we’ve been doing around here; making tons of fun rocket crafts for kids. But our newest one, this 3D rocket template printable craft may be at the top of our list.

It’s a fun rocket activity for kids that has a cool 3 dimension feel to it!

If your kids love paper crafts, they’ll have a blast making this one.

Download the free printable template, then watch the quick video tutorial below to see exactly how to make this cool craft.

3D Paper Rocket Craft

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Supplies

  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Stickers or gel crayons
  • Rocket template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)

Directions

Download the 3D rocket template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Begin to create the rocket ship by gluing the inner flame to the outer flame.

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Next, glue the engine to the top of the flames.

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Take one of the rocket body pieces and glue it to the top of the engine.

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Place the fins on either side of the bottom of the rocket base and glue them in place.

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Take each of the 3 other rocket body pieces and fold them in half vertically (hot dog style).

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Glue these 3 pieces to each other on one side. Use the outer 2 sides and fold them out. Glue them to the main rocket pieces to create the 3D effect.

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Position the completed rocket on a dark blue or black piece of paper and glue it in place. Decorate the paper by using star stickers or gel markers.

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That’s all there is to it! We think your kids are going to love this cool outer space craft!

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Space Unit For Kids

Want to create a themed unit around this craft? We’ve got lots of ideas to get you started.

First, start off with books! They’re great for reading comprehension and vocabulary. Below are some of the most popular space books for kids.

8 Little Planets is a fun space book for the youngest of kids. It has engaging rhyming words and cute illustrations!

On The Launchpad is a simple space-themed book for young children learning how to count! Read it nightly to help them learn!

My First Book of Planets is perfect for children who want to learn more about space.

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For some more fun outer space themed crafts, try out some of these ideas:

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For educational activities, try out these space do a dot printables or these space pattern block mats.

If your child enjoys sensory play, try this space play dough kit or this outer space sensory bin.

Share With Us

Did you make this activity with your kids or students? We’d love to feature them on our social media!

For a chance to have your child’s project featured, simply snap a picture of the completed project and post it to our Facebook page, email it to us directly by clicking here, or use #simpleeverydaymom on your social media!

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5 from 4 votes

3D Rocket Template Printable Craft

Author: Sam
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
This 3D rocket is a fun outerspace craft that's fun for kids to make!

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Materials

  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Stickers or gel crayons
  • Rocket template

Instructions

  • Download the 3D rocket template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Begin to create the rocket ship by gluing the inner flame to the outer flame.
  • Next, glue the engine to the top of the flames.
  • Take one of the rocket body pieces and glue it to the top of the engine.
  • Place the fins on either side of the bottom of the rocket base and glue them in place.
  • Take each of the 3 other rocket body pieces and fold them in half vertically (hot dog style).
  • Glue these 3 pieces to each other on one side. Use the outer 2 sides and fold them out. Glue them to the main rocket pieces to create the 3D effect.
  • Position the completed rocket on a dark blue or black piece of paper and glue it in place. Decorate the paper by using star stickers or gel markers.

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Free 3D Rocket Template

Rocket Template 

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Sam is the crafter and founder of Simple Everyday Mom. She has been featured in Oprah Mag, Good Housekeeping, The Spruce Crafts, Country Living, The Bump, and more.

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26 Comments

    1. Thanks a ton! So glad you think so.

  1. Would you please send the template for me?

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you’ve been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page.

  2. Hi
    Would you please send the template for me? Many thanks in advance
    Nazanin

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you’ve been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page.

  3. khalidah dzulkifli says:

    Hi, can I have the template for my students? Thank you.

    1. Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈

  4. i would like the template please

    1. Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page 🙂

  5. Please email the template. Thank you!

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you’ve been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page.

  6. Thanks for sharing.
    Could you email me the template please? Thanks again.

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you 🙂

  7. Olga Rivera says:

    Would very much like to do this craft

    1. Great! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of the post and the link will be sent to you ?

  8. nalda keesee says:

    this will go with my space theme

    1. Oh, perfect!

  9. PLease send me the template to download. Thanks!

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of the post and the link will be sent to you ?

    2. Please send me the template to download. Thank you!

    3. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post and you’ll get the template link 🙂

  10. I’d love a copy for my class please!

    1. Of course! All you have to do is enter your email in the form at the end of the post and the link will be sent to you 🙂

  11. Yvette Jimenez says:

    PLease send me the template to download. Thanks!

    1. Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of the post to have the link sent to you ?

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