If you have a child at home that loves all things pirate, they need this free printable pirate headband!
It’s a super simple activity that’s perfect for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten children.
Print one off for National Pirate’s Day or any time your child needs some fun dramatic play.
Related: Handprint Pirate Craft For Kids
DIY Pirate Headband
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Supplies
- White cardstock
- Markers (if coloring in)
- Scissors
- Tape or staples
- Paper Trimmer (optional)
- Pirate Headband (download form located at the end of this post, just before the comments)
Directions
This is one of the simplest activities, ever! Just in case you need assembly directions for this, here they are.
First, download the template and print it. We recommend using a heavier weight cardstock, so the headband is more durable.
After you’ve printed it, if you plan to color it in, do that first.
Next, cut along the outline then cut out the extender pieces. We like to use paper trimmers for the straight lines because it’s faster, but if you don’t have one on hand scissors work too.
Once the pieces are cut out, attach the extender pieces to each side of the pirate hat base, with either tape or staples. We always seem to use tape, but staples work too.
Then once it’s all attached, wrap it around your child’s head to determine the size they need and tape, staple or use a paper clip to make it in the correct size.
That’s it! We told you it was amazingly simple!
Pirate Themed Pretend Play
We love the idea of dressing your child up in a pirate outfit and having them spend tons of time doing pretend play.
If you have some large cardboard boxes laying around, you can make it even more immersive by making this cardboard pirate ship for your child to play in.
These headbands are a fun summer activity for the kids to make!
Share With Us
Did you make this pirate headband with your kids or students? If so, we’d love to see them!
Snap a picture of your little one wearing the headband, then post it to our Facebook page or join our private Facebook group and show us in there!
More Headband Crafts For Kids
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Printable Pirate Headband Craft
See how simple it is to make this fun printable pirate headband for kids to wear!
Materials
- White cardstock
- Markers (if coloring in)
- Tape or staples
- Pirate Headband (download form located at the end of this post, just before the comments)
Tools
- Paper Trimmer (optional)
- Scissors
Instructions
- Download the pirate hat template, print and cut out.
- Attach the extenders to each side of the base with tape or staples.
- Measure around your child's head and use tape or a paperclip to attach.
