Torn Newspaper Koala Craft

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This fun and easy torn newspaper koala craft is loads of fun for children of all ages.

All you need is our free printable koala template, old newspaper, glue and some construction paper.

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Easy Newspaper Koala Craft

Koalas are such fascinating animals. And, if your kids share that curiosity, they’re going to love this easy torn newspaper koala craft!

It’s a simple and creative koala project that turns recycled newspaper into adorable koala art.

With just a few supplies—our free printable koala template, some old newspaper, construction paper, and glue—this newspaper koala craft is easy to set up and fun to make.

Not only is it a great way to learn about these amazing animals, but it’s also perfect for working on fine motor skills as kids tear, glue, and assemble their koalas.

Let’s jump in and start crafting!

Supplies

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  • koala template – to download the free printable koala template you’ll need to make this simple craft you’ll have to scroll down to the very bottom of this post.
  • cardstock paper – we highly recommend using 110lbs cardstock. It makes the final product far more durable.
  • glue stick – we recommend stick glue but you can also use white or clear school glue.
  • Googly eyes
  • pink construction paper or a pink marker
  • scissors
  • black marker
  • pencil

Instructions

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Print a copy of our printable koala template on high quality cardstock paper. Using scissors cut out the koala’s head, nose, ears and rosy cheeks.

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Tear up a few pieces of old newspaper into small pieces. Using glue, stick the torn up newspaper all over the koala’s head and ears . Don’t worry if the newspaper overlaps the edge of the template.

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Using scissors trim off the excess newspaper that overhangs the edges of the template. If you are crafting with especially young children you may have to help them complete this step.

*Tip: flip your koala over and trim it upside down so you can trim around the template with your scissors.

newspaper koala craft

Glue the koalas nose and ears onto the head using a glue stick.

newspaper koala craft

Trace the koala’s rosy cheeks on pink construction paper and cut them out as well. Alternatively you can use a pink marker to color in the stencil.

Using a glue stick, glue the Koala’s ears, nose and rosy cheeks onto the face.

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Stick the self-adhesive googly eyes onto the koala’s face.

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Use a black marker to draw a mouth and eyebrows.

Let your newspaper koala craft dry completely before displaying.

Download Instructions

Getting your hands on this fun and free printable koala template to make a newspaper koala craft is really easy! Just fill out the quick form at the bottom of this post and hit that “send me the printable” button.

Once you’ve signed up, check your email to confirm—then voilà! You’ll officially be part of our mailing list and get instantly redirected to the PDF file with the free printable koala template.

Already subscribed? No worries! If you’ve downloaded from us before, simply fill out the form again, and you’ll be automatically sent straight to the download link for our newspaper koala craft template—no extra steps needed.

For the best results, we recommend printing the PDF on high-quality white card stock (letter size). Otherwise, the glue can bleed through regular paper.

Books We Love

We love to read! Reading opens up a world of adventure and knowledge for children.

It enhances their imagination, builds language skills, and fosters a lifelong love for learning.

Through stories, kids can explore new places, meet interesting characters, and understand different perspectives, all from the comfort of their own cozy reading nook.

Here are six delightful koala-themed books perfect for children aged 4 to 10. These books pair wonderfully with this simple newspaper koala craft we shared above.

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  1. The Koala Who Could – Written by Rachel Bright, this charming tale follows Kevin the koala as he learns to embrace change and step out of his comfort zone.
  2. Koala Lou – Authored by Mem Fox, this heartwarming story tells of a young koala who seeks to win her mother’s affection by entering the Bush Olympics.
  3. If I Were a Koala– By Anne Wilkinson, this engaging book introduces children to the daily life of a koala through vivid illustrations and simple text.
  4. Don’t Call Me Bear! – Aaron Blabey’s humorous story features Warren, a koala who is tired of being mistaken for a bear, teaching kids about animal classification.
  5. Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala – Written by Remy Lai, this heartwarming graphic novel follows a young koala named Rainbow as he navigates challenges in the wild, teaching resilience and the importance of environmental conservation.
  6. Joey: A Baby Koala and His Mother – Authored by Nic Bishop, this beautifully photographed book provides an intimate look into the life of a baby koala and his mother, offering educational insights into their behaviors and habitat.

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Before You Go

This newspaper koala craft was so much fun to make!

Are you planning to make it with the kiddos in your life? We’d love to see your finished product – snap a photo of your completed newspaper koala craft and tag us on Facebook! We love to share our reader creations with our followers.

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Looking for a fun and easy koala craft for kids? 🐨 Try this torn newspaper koala craft! It’s a simple, low-prep activity that uses our free printable template, old newspaper, construction paper, and glue. Perfect for koala-loving kids, this craft is not only creative but also helps improve fine motor skills. Ideal for preschool, kindergarten, or at-home fun! Pin it now and save for your next craft day!
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