Free Printable Very Hungry Caterpillar Crown Craft
Download this free Hungry Caterpillar printable crown craft. It’s an easy, fun activity for toddlers, preschoolers and classroom teachers. Perfect for story time or book character day!
Looking for a fun Hungry Caterpillar printable to go along with your child’s favorite story? This free printable Hungry Caterpillar Crown Craft is a great way to bring Eric Carle’s beloved book to life.
Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten kids this caterpillar craft is a fun book activity that supports fine motor skills, letter recognition, and a love of literature. It’s also a great resource for classroom teachers, homeschoolers or parents planning a spring party or insect unit.
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Why Kids Love The Very Hungry Caterpillar
All three of my children have adored Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ for years. It was one of the favorite classics they each reached for first from our shelves, and I still find my youngest pulling it out many mornings. The cover art and bright illustrations have stood the test of time since the first edition of Eric Carle was published in 1969, and it remains one of the world of Eric Carle’s most popular titles.
This great book is more than just a story: it helps young learners explore colors, shapes, days of the week, and healthy food items in a way that is both fun and educational. It even touches on the life cycle of a butterfly, transforming from egg to beautiful butterfly—a concept kids never tire of.
Easy Very Hungry Caterpillar Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers
The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a wonderful book to plan crafts around, because it’s already such a great story to work through colors, shape recognition, different kinds of fruit and more.
This Hungry Caterpillar printable pack is designed to be kid-friendly with simple instructions so even little learners and young children can enjoy it. It’s a fun craft that works well in small groups, literacy centers, or as independent work during a unit on insects, spring, or English language arts.
Whether you’re planning a close reading lesson, a social studies tie-in about the native plants and foods in the United States, or just looking for a free resource that makes learning fun, this crown is a great option.
Children can wear their completed crowns while listening to you read the story, use them for a Book Week costume, or even as part of a lesson plan for Prek–12 resources.
You can also make it a reflection activity after the book is complete. Don’t forget to snap some adorable pictures of your little wearing their completed crowns! This easy headpiece is perfect for a Book Week costume or favorite book character costume.
If you love Eric Carle’s illustrations, you might also enjoy adding these other wonderful books to your library. Our family owns all of these and loves them, and they all make wonderful gifts too:
- Dream Snow (perfect to snag to add to your holiday library; we read this one year after year)
- Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
- The Grouchy Ladybug
- World of Eric Carle My First Library 12 Book Collection
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Encyclopedia
Supplies Needed for The Very Hungry Caterpillar Paper Crown Craft
To make this simple craft, all you need are a few supplies to be transformed.
- The free printable template (PDF file download below)
- White paper or cardstock and a printer
- Markers, crayons, colored pencils
- Any extra design elements, like pom poms, glitter, glue
- Staples or tape
Optional: Print multiple pages to make longer crowns, or laminate the pieces for classroom reuse.
How to Make The Very Hungry Caterpillar Paper Hat
Follow these simple instructions for your Hungry Caterpillar printable crown:
First, download and open the free PDF printable template and print out on white card stock or paper. Cut out each piece.
Using a glue stick, glue the green circles into the middle of the yellow circles to create the eyes.
Next, glue the eyes to the middle of one of the red strips to create the front of the caterpillar’s head. Allow to dry.
Use the remaining red strips to finish the crown. Wrap the strip around your child’s head so that it fits on top of your head like a crown. Need more length? Just print out the red strip sheets again. Glue, staple or tape in place and allow to dry.
That’s it—your caterpillar crown is ready to wear! Kids will have so much fun making this fun craft, and you’ll love how quick it is to prep.
Get the Free Caterpillar Crown
We love sharing free printables! This crown is a digital design—no physical product is shipped. You’ll receive a ready-to-print PDF file straight to your email address for easy access. Print as many times as you’d like for personal or classroom use.
Terms of Use: This free printable is for personal use or classroom teachers only. It may not be sold, altered, or redistributed. By entering your personal information (name + email), you’ll instantly get access to the template.
For best results, print on plain white cardstock, though regular paper works too.
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The Hungry Caterpillar printable crown is such a fun activity for kids of all ages. It’s a great way to celebrate a fun book, reinforce learning in ELA, math skills and visual arts, and create lasting memories.
Whether you’re a parent, homeschooler, or classroom teacher, this free resource is a perfect way to connect kids with one of the favorite classics in children’s literature.
Don’t forget to take pictures of your little one wearing their crown! Happy crafting, and may your little caterpillar soon turn into a beautiful butterfly.
If you enjoyed this craft, be sure to pin it on Pinterest using the image below to make it easier to find next time!
