If you have little kids, then you know they are always looking for something to do!
It can be hard to come up with ideas that are fun and educational. That’s why kid’s crafts like this tiger headband craft are so important and such a good idea.
This craft is also a great way to work on fine motor skills because the tiger stripes are an activity that requires some precision using scissors, which is always an important skill!
Let’s begin this project and have your kids make their own tiger headbands.
Also, be sure to look through all of our headband crafts for kids for even more ideas.
Easy Tiger Craft

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Supplies
- Colored cardstock or constuction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Tape
- Black marker (if drawing on the stripes)
- Tiger template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)
Directions
Download the tiger template, print it, and cut it out.

Begin by gluing the lower portion of the face to the bottom of the tiger’s face.

Take the eyes and glue them just above the lower portion of the face.

Next, glue the nose to the top of the mouth line.

Place the cheeks on either side of the eyes, on the lower portion of the face.

Glue the inner ears to the outer ears.

Either glue on the stripes or use a black marker to draw on the stripes on the top and on each side.

Finish off the headband by taping the headband extenders on either side of the base.

That’s it!
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Zoo Animal Unit For Kids
Want to create an entire zoo animal unit around this tiger craft? We have several ideas to get you started. Read on below to see them.
Reading aloud to kids has been shown to provide a whole host of benefits. It’s not just about storytime! Reading can help encourage imagination, build vocabulary, develop listening skills, and so much more.
Check out some of the most popular zoo animal books to read to your kiddos or students.
The Fascinating Animal Book For Kids is a great book for curious kiddos! Find facts on almost any animal your child is learning about. This is a great resource to have in your home library collection.
The View At The Zoo is a silly book about all the animals at the zoo. When the people come to take a look at the animals, they see all sorts of sights! But, there’s a twist to this book that you have to read for yourself and laugh about!
Giraffes Can’t Dance is a sweet and fun book about Gerald the Giraffe. He can’t dance, but doesn’t stop trying! He finally finds his own rhythm when he meets an unlikely friend.

Zoo Crafts For Kids
Kids need to learn skills that will help them as they grow. They also need a break from screen time every once in a while.
Crafts are an easy way to get kids off their screens and let them use creativity and problem-solving skills while still learning valuable life skills like patience and following instructions.
Check out some of our favorite zoo animal crafts to add to your next project!
Handprint Zebra Craft – What a darling zebra craft for kids to make! And the best part is that no paint is needed so it’s easy to clean up. Just gather some paper, scissors, and glue.
Elephant Headband Craft – This elephant craft is not only easy for young kids to make, but it’s also fun and easy for them to use. They will enjoy playing with their friends while they are making these headbands. And, when they are done, they can wear them as a keepsake!

Lion Craft For Preschool – This simple lion craft for kids is one that even the littlest ones can make with just a few materials. And it’s so much fun to see their little faces light up when they’ve completed their project
Paper Bag Tiger Craft – This tiger craft is just perfect for little ones who love pretend play. It’s so easy to make, and it’s just the right size for little hands. Plus, the kids will have so much fun playing with their very own tiger puppet.

Zoo Activities For Kids
These zoo animal worksheets are perfect for kindergarten and preschool kids. They’re a great way to work on letter recognition, number skills, and color matching while developing fine motor skills. The activities are fun and provide some relief from the usual school routine!

If you’re looking for a fun activity for the kids, this zoo play dough kit is perfect! It’s a great way to get them to use their imaginations, and it’s also a great way to teach them about animals!
There’s something so special about coloring, isn’t there? It’s a simple activity, but it can really help kids to focus and relax. And what could be more fun than coloring adorable animals? That’s why we love these zoo color by number printables for kids. They’re not only super cute, but they’re also beneficial for children’s development.
What activities are you going to add to your zoo animal unit study?
More Zoo Fun
- These zoo animal prints are so adorable for a kids’ room or playroom!
- This adorable mini giraffe figure is a great little decoration or toy for kids.
- Get the kids these “Zoo Crew” t-shirts for your next zoo trip!
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More Zoo Ideas For Kids

Tiger Headband Craft For Kids
Materials
- Colored cardstock or constuction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Tape
- Black marker if drawing on the stripes
- Tiger template
Instructions
- Download the tiger template, print it, and cut it out.
- Begin by gluing the lower portion of the face to the bottom of the tiger’s face.
- Take the eyes and glue them just above the lower portion of the face.
- Next, glue the nose to the top of the mouth line.
- Place the cheeks on either side of the eyes, on the lower portion of the face.
- Glue the inner ears to the outer ears.
- Either glue on the stripes or use a black marker to draw on the stripes on the top and on each side.
- Finish off the headband by taping the headband extenders on either side of the base.
Free Tiger Craft Template

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. Read more.
Natasha Terrence
Wednesday 27th of November 2024
i love the tiger head band
Sam
Friday 29th of November 2024
Appreciate it! Glad it caught your eye!
Pamela
Friday 5th of July 2024
Olá gostaria dos moldes de viseiras para fazer pras crianças da minha igreja.
Sam
Friday 5th of July 2024
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 ◡̈
Fabiola
Saturday 1st of June 2024
Me encanta, ansío hacerlo con los chicos
Sam
Tuesday 4th of June 2024
Thanks! I hope everyone has fun!
Kathryn
Thursday 29th of February 2024
cant wait to make it
Sam
Thursday 29th of February 2024
Yay! Hope everyone has fun!
Priya jalan
Saturday 29th of July 2023
Pls send the tiger template
Sam
Monday 31st of July 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. 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.