Kids who enjoy recycled crafts are not going to want to miss this rocket toilet paper roll craft!
This is our newest rocket activity for kids and it’s so simple to crate.
We’ve included a free printable template with 2 versions to suit any child’s skill level!
The first version is the craft version where kids make the rocket from paper and create it from nothing.
The second version is a black and white version for kids to color in and tape to the cardboard tube. This one is especially great for younger children.
No matter which template you choose, your kids are bound to love it.
Read our step-by-step directions below or watch our quick video tutorial and get ready to have fun!
Also, be sure to browse through all of our rocket activities for kids to see even more ideas!
How To Make A Rocket Of Out Toilet Paper Rolls
![paper roll rocket craft image collage with the words tp roll rocket in the middle](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-pinterest-image-559x1024.jpg.webp)
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Supplies
- Toilet paper roll (or new cardboard tube)
- Scissors
- Glue
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Tape
- Markers or crayons (if using the color in version)
- Spaceship template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)
Directions
Download the spaceship template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
![hand holding toilet paper roll craft template](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-template-image.jpg.webp)
Begin to create your rocketship by gluing the tip to the top of the rocket base. Trim off the excess paper with scissors.
![hand gluing tip onto toilet paper roll craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/tp-roll-rocket-craft-image.jpg.webp)
Glue the window frame to the middle of the rocket. Next, glue the window in the middle of the window frame.
![hand gluing window frame onto toilet paper roll craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cardboard-tube-rocket-craft-image.jpg.webp)
![hand gluing window onto toilet paper roll craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-preschool-image.jpg.webp)
Glue the door to the bottom of the rocket base.
![hand gluing door onto toilet paper roll craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/tp-roll-rocket-ship-craft-image.jpg.webp)
Create the engines by gluing the flames to the bottom of the engines. Take these completed engines and glue them to the bottom and back of the rocket base.
![hand gluing flame to engine or toilet paper roll craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-kindergarten-image.jpg.webp)
Take the rocket you have created so far and glue it to the space background, lining up the base of the rocket with the edge of the space background.
![hand gluing rocket to black background](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/easy-Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-image.jpg.webp)
Attach the rocket/background to the toilet paper roll by taping it together.
![hand taping rocket to toilet paper roll](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rocket-ship-toilet-paper-roll-craft-image.jpg.webp)
Finish off the rocket craft by folding the fins on the line, then gluing them to the sides of the rocket.
![hand gluing fins to toilet paper roll rocket craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/easy-Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-kids-image.jpg.webp)
![hand holding toilet paper roll rocket craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-kids-image.jpg.webp)
Why not take your space-themed crafting to the next level with an awesome solar system craft? It’s the perfect companion to our toilet paper roll rocket craft, letting kids dive even deeper into the wonders of space while they get creative with their own little universe.
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.
![2 toilet paper roll rocket crafts](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-image.jpg.webp)
For some more space themed crafts, try out some of our favorite ideas:
- Earth Day Paper Plate Craft – If your kiddos love paper plate crafts, they’ll like making this simple Earth craft.
- Paper Plate Sun Craft – This sun is super cute and super simple to make!
- Rocket Craft For Kids – Want to try another rocket craft? Make this fun rocket craft for kids.
- Pastel Chalk Galaxy Art – This art project fits perfectly with the space theme and is great for young children.
![toilet paper roll rocket craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/free-printable-rocket-tp-roll-craft-image.jpg.webp)
For some learning activities, try out these space do a dot printables or these space pattern block mats. This moon phase mini book is another great idea!
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 craft with your kids or students? We’d love to feature them on our social media!
For a chance to have your child’s craft 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!
Fun Space Activities
![hand holding toilet paper roll rocket craft](https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rocket-toilet-paper-roll-craft-kids-image-480x480.jpg.webp)
Rocket Toilet Paper Roll Craft
This rocket toilet paper roll craft is a fun outer space activity that using recycling up!
Materials
- Toilet paper roll (or new cardboard tube)
- Scissors
- Glue
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Tape
- Markers or crayons (if using the color in version)
- Spaceship template
Instructions
- Download the spaceship template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Begin to create your rocketship by gluing the tip to the top of the rocket base. Trim off the excess paper with scissors.
- Glue the window frame to the middle of the rocket. Next, glue the window in the middle of the window frame.
- Glue the door to the bottom of the rocket base.
- Create the engines by gluing the flames to the bottom of the engines. Take these completed engines and glue them to the bottom and back of the rocket base.
- Take the rocket you have created so far and glue it to the space background, lining up the base of the rocket with the edge of the space background.
- Attach the rocket/background to the toilet paper roll by taping it together.
- Finish off the rocket craft by folding the fins on the line, then gluing them to the sides of the rocket.
Toilet Paper Roll Rocket Template
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Marcia
Monday 25th of March 2024
Thank You! Too Cute!!
Sam
Monday 25th of March 2024
You're welcome and thanks, glad you like it!
Christy Henning
Saturday 10th of June 2023
So fun!! TP rolls are a great way to upcycle a craft.
Sam
Tuesday 13th of June 2023
Thanks! Yes, so true!
Silvia
Tuesday 25th of April 2023
Can I please have template.
Sam
Tuesday 25th of April 2023
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 🙂
Yenni
Wednesday 27th of July 2022
Thank you for wonderful idea
Sam
Friday 29th of July 2022
You're welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
Wanshin
Sunday 5th of September 2021
I want this!
Sam
Monday 6th of September 2021
All you need to do to get the template is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you ?