Making a shark paper hat is a fun craft to make with kids during shark week, for an ocean animal study unit, or just for fun on a summer day, before going to the beach.
This shark paper hat is a simple summer craft idea for kids during Shark Week in July, mixing fun and learning into one exciting activity. As they color, cut and assemble their shark headbands, they can also discover interesting facts about the ocean’s most fascinating creatures—their different species, habitats, and importance in marine ecosystems.
Once their hats are complete, kids can wear them for imaginative play or in the classroom, if they are part of the end of the school year crafting.
Whether used for Shark Week, a study of ocean animals, or a beach birthday party, this shark paper hat requires only a few supplies and is very easy to make with preschoolers, kindergartners, and elementary school-aged kids.
Kids can choose between the smiling shark design and the scary shark design. They can color their own shark or use the pre-colored paper crowns.
What materials do I need for this craft?
The craft only requires a few supplies: paper cardstock, colored pencils or markers, and tape. I used 60lb cardstock paper because I wanted the headband to be sturdy.
Does the craft come with a printable?
Yes, you can purchase the shark paper hat printable, print it out, and have the kids color it. The product contains instructions, step-by-step photos, and a template.
Can I make the craft in the classroom?
Yes, this shark paper crown craft can be made in the classroom. It could be a great end-of-the-school-year activity, or it could be a nice addition to an ocean animal study unit. It is easy to make with preschoolers, kindergartners, and elementary school-aged kids.
More ocean crafts for kids
Create two adorable handprint ocean animals: crab and shark. This is a fun summer activity for daycare or to try at home with your kids. All you need is the printable and paint.
This paper plate ocean craft is a great activity for kids to work on their fine motor skills as they have to thread yarn through holes in the paper plate to create the water. Use the printable to create the four animals: fish, whale, seahorse and starfish and help them swim in the ocean.
Who lives in the ocean? – Kids will spin to see what other new animal lives in the ocean. This interactive summer craft involves coloring and scissors cutting – two activities that preschoolers and kindergartners love.
Shark paper hat
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Supplies:
- Shark paper hat printable
- White cardstock paper
- Colored pencils – the ones I use
- Scissors
- Tape
How to make the shark paper hat
Print the headband on white paper.
Color the front panel and the side strips.
Tape two paper strips to the front panel.
Bend the paper hat into a circle. Wrap the band around the kid’s head to check for fit. Tape the ends together.