Download the pirate template, print and cut out the pieces.
Paint the paper plate in your choice of skin colored paint and let dry completely before moving on.
Glue the eyes a few inches from the top of the paper plate.
Optional: Use a black marker to draw the top half of the eyes to define them.
Use a pink marker to draw on a small oval nose just underneath the eyes.
Glue the mouth just under the nose, then glue the tongue to the bottom of the mouth.
Glue the pirate's hair just above the eyes.
Glue the skull and crossbones to the middle of the pirate's hat, then tape the completed hat to the top of the paper plate.