Christmas Tree Paper Bag Puppet Craft [FREE Template]

One fun activity that will help you do just that is making this simple Christmas tree paper bag puppet craft!

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Supplies

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Download the Christmas tree template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Optionally: If you want your puppet to look more colorful, glue the red background pieces to the flap and main portion of the brown paper bag.

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Create the Christmas tree’s face by gluing the eyes just above the mouth.

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Next, glue the star to the top of the tree.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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