Here are over 50 adorable paper bag puppets that children of all ages enjoy making.
Fun and low effort, these adorable paper bag puppets for kids are the best way to spark creativity.
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Paper Bag Puppets For Kids
Are you on the hunt for fun and creative paper bag puppets for kids?
If so, you’ve come to the right place!
We’ve put together an incredible collection of over 50 adorable and easy-to-make paper bag puppet crafts that kids of all ages will absolutely love creating.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, daycare provider, or just someone looking for an engaging activity to keep kids entertained, these paper bag puppets are sure to be a hit.
They’re not only fun to make but also encourage imaginative play, helping children develop storytelling skills and express themselves in creative ways.
The best part? These crafts require simple, everyday supplies you probably already have at home—think paper bags, construction paper, markers, glue, and scissors!
No need for expensive materials or complicated instructions.
From cute animals and silly monsters to fairytale characters and holiday-themed puppets, there’s something here to spark every child’s imagination.
These projects are perfect for rainy day activities, classroom art projects, birthday party crafts, or even a fun weekend bonding activity with family.
So, grab those paper bags and start crafting! These paper bag puppets aren’t just crafts—they’re tools for boosting creativity, encouraging pretend play, and making memories that will last long after the glue dries.
Let’s dive in and get crafting!
50+ Paper Bag Puppets
Paper Bag Animal Puppets
Giraffe
Get the craft tutorial from Moms & Crafters
Lion
Get the craft tutorial from Kids Craft Room
Elephant
Visit Easy Peasy and Fun to get the craft tutorial for this paper bag elephant puppet.
Woodland Animals
See how these paper bag puppets are made by visiting Look We’re Learning
bumble Bee
Get the craft tutorial for this bumble bee puppet from Printables 4 Mom
Bear
Visit Coffee Cups & Crayons for craft instructions
Sea Otter
Head over to Buggy and Buddy to get your free printable otter template.
Beaver
Head over to Artsty Craftsy Mom for the step-by-step paper bag puppet tutorial.
- Paper bag owl puppet
- Paper bag moose craft
- Monkey puppet
- Brown paper bag pig puppet
- Parrot puppet
- Flamingo puppet
- Koala
- Dog
- Paper bag mouse puppet
- Paper bag hippo puppet
Paper Bag Season Puppets
Apple Puppet
Head to this post to see how this paper bag apple puppet is made
Corn Puppet
Head to this post to see how this corn puppet is made.
Acorn Puppet
Head to this post to see how we made this cute acorn puppet.
Scarecrow Puppet
Head to this post to see how we made this fun paper bag scarecrow craft
Pumpkin Puppet
Head to this post to see how we made this fun paper bag pumpkin craft.
Turkey Puppet
Go to this post to see how we made this cute paper bag turkey craft.
Rudolph Puppet
Head over to Sippy Cup Mom to get step-by-step instructions to make your own paper bag Rudolph puppet.
Snowman
Visit I Heart Crafty Things to see how this brown paper bag puppet is made.
Love Bug Puppet
See how this paper bag love puppet is made by visiting Red Ted Art.
Paper Bag Character Puppets
Santa
Get the craft tutorial from My Frugal Christmas
Grinch
Get the craft tutorial by visiting Our Kid Things
Reindeer
Get the reindeer puppet craft tutorial by visiting Frosting and Glue
Gingerbread Man
See how this paper bag gingerbread man is made by visiting Mommy Made That.
- Minion puppet
- The Lorax Puppet
- Paper bag Harry Potter Craft
- Pete The Cat Puppet
- Paper bag princess puppet
- Community helper paper bag puppet crafts
- George Washington puppet
- Paper bag farmer puppet
Fireman Puppet
Visit Simple Mom Project to see how this adorable puppet is made.
Wookie Paper Bag Puppet
Visit Mommy Made That for all the details.
Mandalorian
Head over to Big Family Blessings for the step-by-step craft tutorial.
Cat in The Hat Puppet
Head over to Kid’s Craft Room for step-by-step instructions.
Yoda Paper Bag Puppet
Visit Glue Sticks & Gum Drops for the detailed craft tutorial.
- Paper bag superhero crafts
- Darth Vader puppet
- Paw Patrol paper bag crafts
- Encanto Mirabel paper bag puppet
- Inside Out Joy paper bag puppet
- Wonder Woman paper bag puppet
Before You Go
Paper bag puppets are a fantastic way to spark creativity, encourage imaginative play, and spend quality time crafting with kids.
With over 50 adorable and easy-to-make ideas here, there’s something for every child to enjoy—whether they love animals, seasonal themes, or whimsical characters.
These crafts are perfect for rainy days, classroom activities, or holiday projects, offering endless opportunities for fun and learning.
Don’t forget to share your masterpieces with us—we’d love to see what you and your little ones come up with! Happy crafting!
