Beluga whales are one of the lesser known whales which is why we’re bringing you a whole series of fun Beluga whale craft ideas!

This Beluga Whale headband craft is the first one and we think your kids or students will love it!

It’s super easy, fast, and fun to wear. And of course, we’re giving you a the free printable so you can make it as well!

Read below or watch our quick video tutorial below to see exactly how we made this cute whale headband.

When you’re done with this one, be sure to check out all of our whale crafts for kids!

Beluga Whale Craft

Supplies

• White cardstock
• Tape
• Scissors
• Beluga Whale template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)

Directions

Download the Beluga whale template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Tape a headband extender to each end of the headband base.

Measure the headband around your child’s head, then tape it in place to create a circle.

Take the fluke and tape it to the inside back of the headband.

That’s it! It’s so simple and fun!

Ocean Ideas For Kids

Whenever we’re learning about new animals, we love to introduce the topic through books. Below are some of our favorite whale books for kids!

The Snail and the Whale – Julia Donaldson, author of the famous book The Gruffalo, brings kids another fun book about an unlikely set of friends. Snail and Whale have lots of fun together in this colorful book!

Baby Beluga – This book based on the popular song, is a great book for young readers!

Whales: An Illustrated Celebration – Kids who want a simple way to learn more about whales will love this beautifully illustrated book. It’s loaded with facts and a variety of species.

If you’re looking for more ocean crafts for kids to make, try out some of our top picks:

• Shark Headband Craft: Kids love headband crafts? If so, they’ll have fun with this playful-looking shark craft!
• Paper Plate Humpback Whale Craft: This is another fun whale craft you can add to an ocean animal unit!
• Octopus Handprint Craft: Turn that cute little hand into a cute octopus! Plus, check out all of our handprint crafts.

This ocean sensory bin is great for when you want something done for you. If you prefer the DIY route, try out this frozen ocean sensory bin.

The ocean playdough kit is a great way for kids to get hands-on with their play. Plus, the pre-made dough is ready to go, so all you need to do is open the box and start playing.

It’s a fun way to explore the ocean world without getting wet, and it’s also a great way to develop fine motor skills. So whether your child is a beach bum or a landlubber, the ocean play dough kit is sure to be a hit!

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Free Beluga Headband Template