Dinosaurs are some of the coolest creatures kids can study and learn about.
Kids often become fascinated with dinosaurs, and kids love craft activities like this one!
This fun and easy dinosaur egg craft is perfect for kids!
They can make them from paper, and there’s even a free template to help get them started.
These would be great for a classroom activity, the library, or just something to keep the little ones busy on a rainy day.
Try it today and be sure to check out all of our other dinosaur activities for more dino-riffic ideas!
Dinosaur Preschool Craft
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Supplies
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Circle punch (optional)
- Dinosaur template (enter your email in the form at the end of the post to have the link sent to you)
Directions
Download the dinosaur template, print, and cut out the pieces.
Take the eye and glue it just to the left of the smile.
Next, place the spines along the left side of the dinosaur’s head and glue them to the backside.
Place the belly just below the neck and glue it in place.
Make the egg by gluing spots all along the eggshell.
Position the completed eggshell along the bottom of the dinosaur’s body and glue it to the front.
Finish by gluing the arm to the left of the belly and on top of the eggshell.
That’s it! It’s an adorable craft for kids to make any time of year!
Dinosaur Unit Study
Let all the dino fun continue by creating a dinosaur unit study! We’ve got some great ideas to keep your kids busy, having fun, and learning. Choose your favorite ones below and you’ll be ready in an instant.
First, let’s begin with books. Reading aloud to children is a great way to help them develop a love of reading. It also helps them learn how to communicate better, focus more, and become more curious and imaginative.
Never Let A Dinosaur Scribble! – A little boy heard people say, “Never let a dinosaur scribble!” but he just couldn’t help himself. He gives his dinosaur a crayon and lets the dinosaur go. What will happen?! Kids will be waiting on pins and needles to see the ending.
How To Catch A Dinosaur – If your kids are into STEAM activities, they’ll love this book that has the same group of kids trying to create crazy contraptions to catch a dinosaur!
Tiny T. Rex And The Impossible Hug – Not only does this book have adorable illustrations, but it’s also a great book to help kids learn kindness!
Crafting is another activity that is fabulous for your child’s development. It’s a great activity for kids because it helps with their fine motor skills, exercises their creativity, and is a lot of fun. Try both of these fun dinosaur crafts below:
Handprint Dinosaur Card Craft – This is a craft that’s perfect as an activity to do with kids. No messy paint involved, just paper and glue. It’s fun to give it to someone special too!
Dinosaur Headband Craft – Make a paper dinosaur headband craft! This is perfect to do with kids and they can wear it as a pretend play accessory. It’s also great if you want to make an activity for them, like when the weather is bad or dinnertime has taken longer than expected.
Dinosaur-obsessed kids will want to play each and every one of these dinosaur games! Find the one that’s perfect for your kids or students.
This free printable dinosaur memory game is fun to play and helps with visual memory, turn-taking skills, and learning how to share. It’s a fantastic activity that will be ready in an instant.
Your kids will love these fun and educational dinosaur preschool printables that help them learn about dinosaurs. They can practice scissor skills, sequencing, and more with these adorable worksheets.
Kids love dinosaurs, and these free printable dinosaur coloring pages will make your little one squeal with delight. They’re easy to color in, plus they’re a no-prep activity that provides great practice for fine motor skills. Download them today!
These cute and easy dinosaur pattern block mats will help your kids learn shapes, hand-eye coordination, and have a lot of fun at the same time! Print them out today and save them for your next dinosaur unit study.
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More Dinosaur Ideas For Kids
Dinosaur Egg Craft For Kids
This fun and easy dinosaur egg craft is perfect for kids! They can make them from paper, and there's even a printable template to help get them started.
Materials
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Circle punch (optional)
- Dinosaur template
Instructions
- Download the dinosaur template, print, and cut out the pieces.
- Take the eye and glue it just to the left of the smile.
- Next, place the spines along the left side of the dinosaur's head and glue it to the backside.
- Place the belly just below the neck and glue it in place.
- Make the egg by gluing spots all along the eggshell.
- Position the completed eggshell along the bottom of the dinosaur's body and glue it to the front.
- Finish by gluing the arm to the left of the belly and on top of the eggshell.
Free Dinosaur Egg Template
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Angela
Tuesday 8th of October 2024
My son loves the disnosaur much. Thanks a lot!!
Sam
Wednesday 9th of October 2024
That’s awesome! Really happy your son is enjoying it. Appreciate you letting me know!
Daniela
Sunday 8th of September 2024
I would like to use the dinosaur egg template for free, thanks!
Sam
Monday 9th of September 2024
Since you’re a subscriber, you just need to enter your email in the form at the end of the post. After that, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
hamdeyia
Monday 19th of August 2024
I want The free template , egg craft , thanks
Sam
Monday 19th of August 2024
Of course! Since you’re a subscriber, you just need to enter your email in the form at the end of the post. After that, it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈
Linda Sarro
Thursday 15th of August 2024
Love It! I want The free template , egg craft , thanks
Sam
Friday 16th of August 2024
Thanks! I just checked your email and it’s listed as “unconfirmed” which means you didn’t click the link in the first email. If you didn’t see it, my best guess is it landed in your junk folder. If you can check that folder for my email (sam@simpleeverydaymom.com) and click the link, you’ll be set ◡̈
Steven Wesly Howard
Thursday 4th of July 2024
Please send me the printable
Sam
Friday 5th of July 2024
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.