Skunk Paper Bag Puppet Craft [Free Template]

This skunk paper bag puppet craft is a great way for kids to learn about one of the animals that live in the forest while having fun too.

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This is a great craft for pretend play and helping kids learn to practice fine motor skills and following directions.

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Supplies

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

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Begin to make the head by gluing the stripe to the middle of the skunk’s head.

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Place the nose and mouth piece on the bottom of the face stripe and glue it in place.

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Next, glue the inner ears to the outer ears.

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Take the eyes and glue them on either side of the skunk’s stripe.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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