Torn Paper Dragon Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Bring one of those fantastical creatures off the pages and bring it to life with this fun and creative torn paper dragon craft!

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Encourage your little ones to create their own dragon by tearing colorful paper.

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Supplies

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

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Begin by spreading glue over a whole section of dragon background paper

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Next, start tearing the green paper into small pieces. Then, begin gluing them on all parts of the dragon’s body.

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Attach the belly to the bottom section of the dragon using glue.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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