Torn Paper Pirate Craft For Kids (Free Template)

Rrrr, mateys! Let’s go on a swashbuckling adventure with this torn paper pirate craft!

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Just with a little imagination, kids can sail the seven seas and hunt for hidden treasures.

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the pirate template and printing it out.

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First, guide your child to spread the glue over a section of the pirate background paper.

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Create the face by tearing the tan paper into small pieces, then begin gluing them onto the background paper.

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Next, encourage your child to glue the black hat to the top portion of the head.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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