Ladybug Headband Craft For Kids [Free Template]
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Ladybugs are probably one of the easiest insects to love!
Somehow, they’re just so cute and they’re actually great for eating insect pests. They’re also one of the first bugs that come to mind during spring time.
This ladybug headband craft is a fun and easy headband craft for kids to make at home, school, or daycare.
Grab the free printable template and make it with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children. Watch our quick video tutorial to see how we make it.
Easy Ladybug Craft

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Supplies
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Tape
- Markers or crayons (if using the color in version)
- Ladybug template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)
Directions
Download the ladybug template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Glue the eyes in the middle of the ladybug head.

Take the mouth and glue it just below the eyes, in the middle of the head.

Create the ladybug wings, by gluing the black spots all over red wings. Repeat on both sides.

Place the wings behind the head facing vertically and glue the head to the front of the wings.

Position the headband extenders on each side of the base and tape them together.

Isn’t this craft so cute?

More Insect Ideas For Kids
The Very Quiet Cricket– Everyone loves Eric Carle and this book is just as good as all his others! In it, a cricket is trying to discover how to make a sound, but when he rubs his legs together nothing happens. Follow him on his journey to find his very own sound! Kids love the ending where he and your child can hear the chirping!
Bugs A to Z is a great introductory insect book for kids. It’s great for kids to browse through and look at pictures and to find a short snippet about each bug.
Ten Little Ladybugs – This cute book is not only fun to read, but also fun to touch! Kids will want to read this book day after day and it helps them learn to count.

If you’re looking for more insect crafts try out these crafts:
Paper Plate Bee Craft – This craft is so great for spring and lets your kiddo paint, cut, and glue!
Handprint Ladybug Craft – No messy paint needed, this craft is made just from paper!
Dragonfly Craft – Grab your popsicle sticks and our free template to make this colorful dragonfly!
Pom Pom Spiders – Spiders never looked so cute! This craft is simple and fun!

Looking for a fun way to keep your kids entertained? This bug playdough kit is the perfect solution! Not only is it sensory and hands-on, but it’s also a great way to teach kids about insects.
Plus, what could be more fun than squishing and shaping bugs out of playdough? With this kit, your kids can let their imaginations run wild as they create all sorts of unique creatures!
Let kids explore real bugs that have been preserved with this cool bug collection. Or learn from a living example when kids grow their own butterflies!
Looking for a simple activity for your kids? Our butterfly shape craft is perfect for them! It is easy and super fun to create. It is a great way to learn about shapes and turn learning into an exciting adventure.
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Ladybug Headband Craft For Kids
Materials
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Tape
- Markers or crayons if using the color in version
- Ladybug template
Instructions
- Download the ladybug template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Glue the eyes in the middle of the ladybug head.
- Take the mouth and glue it just below the eyes, in the middle of the head.
- Create the ladybug wings, by gluing the black spots all over red wings. Repeat on both sides.
- Place the wings behind the head facing vertically and glue the head to the front of the wings.
- Position the headband extenders on each side of the base and tape them together.
Video
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Free Ladybug Template

Meet Sam
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.










Necesito la plantilla!, haremos aun exposición en familia. Hermoso!
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!
lady bugs are my favourite!
Love that! Ladybugs really are the sweetest.
This is absolutely adorable. My daycare class is called the lady bugs and I can’t wait to make these with them.
So sweet of you to say, thank you! Sounds like a fun project for the class. Hope they enjoy every bit of it.
Ladybug
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Ladybug
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I Would love the color headband template
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Love your page! You are so creative
Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m so glad you can try out some of the ideas ◡̈
This looks like such a fun activity! Please may I receive the template? Thanks!!
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Could you please send the lady bug template, thanks!
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I love this can you please send me a copy?
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Hi – I love the Ladybug templates! My daughter will love making this. I note my email below and please can send me a template! Thank you very much!!
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Hello Can i please get the template?
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Please share the template. It’s such an amazing cute craft
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May I get the ladybug headband template? Thanks!
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.
Could I please have this adorable template
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How do I download the template.
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 🙂
@Sam,
There doesn’t seem to be a place for this at the end of the post
It’s above the comments section, under the heading titled “Free Ladybug Template”. If you’re not able to see it, it most likely means you have a firewall or adblocker blocking it from appearing. If you can allow the page or try from a personal device, you should be able to see it. Also, some readers say they’re not able to see it on Chrome, but they can on other browsers. You may be able to try that as well ◡̈
Beautiful I love to do this craft with my classroom
Thank you! I hope they have fun!
I love the lady bug craft!
Can I get the Ladybug template emailed to me please! 🙂
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 🙂
I would love the template. Thank you.
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 🙂
Your ideas of Headbands are very funny and I really want to use it with my pupils. Can you send me the ladybug and others if it’s possible for you?
Thank you very much!
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Ladybug
Hallo, im a teacher und need the headband craft ladybug and frog for the kids
Thank you
Your ideas are great
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We need the template please
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Can I get the template emailed please?
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Can I get the template emailed please?
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My Prek students are going to love this.
Awesome, so glad!
How to get the template?
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 🙂
How can I get the template
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 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing Sam.. We just finished making it and my Son loves loves his headband… very cute craft 🙂
You’re welcome! I’m happy he enjoyed it!
i love it
Thank you!
Such a cute craft! We are doing A-Z in kindergarten and L is for Ladybug!
Oh, great! Glad you can use it and thanks!