Learn about giraffes and their natural African habitat with these fun crafts and activities. Children will create puzzles, puppets, artwork and even party favors with these 25+ giraffe crafts for kids!
Welcome to a wild adventure in the world of giraffe crafts for kids! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just someone who loves crafting, you’re in for a treat.
We’ve gathered over 25 fantastic giraffe craft ideas that are perfect for little hands. These activities are not only fun but also great for developing fine motor skills.
Did you know that giraffes have their very own special day? That’s right! June 21st is celebrated as World Giraffe Day. What better way to join in the festivities than by creating your own giraffe masterpieces? From cute paper plate giraffes to colorful handprint projects, we’ve got something for everyone.
Giraffes are fascinating zoo animals, and their long necks make them instantly recognizable. Imagine how much fun your kids will have learning and creating at the same time!
As you embark on these crafting adventures, you’ll also be sparking their creativity and helping them learn more about these amazing creatures.
Here are a few fun giraffe facts to share with your kids while you craft:
Giraffes have incredibly long necks that help them reach leaves high up in trees. But did you know their necks are too short to reach the ground? They have to kneel to take a drink of water!
These gentle giants eat about 75 pounds of food a day. That’s a lot of munching!
Long ago, people thought giraffes were a mix between a camel and a leopard. They even called them “camel-leopards.”
Giraffes only need a little bit of sleep each day – just 5 to 30 minutes! Their naps are super short, sometimes just a minute long.
Ready to get started? Check out this collection of crafts for kids and let the fun begin. Whether it’s for a classroom project, a rainy day activity, or a way to celebrate World Giraffe Day, these are sure to bring smiles and laughter.
Scroll down and discover all the wonderful ways you can bring the magic of giraffes into your home. Let’s get crafting!
Giraffe Crafts
Here you can find over 25 giraffe crafts and activities for kids. They'll learn about the animal and its natural habitat.
Giraffe Pencil Holder
Kids can recycle a tin can into an adorable giraffe pencil holder and display it proudly on their desk!
Rock Giraffe Puzzle
Turn small rocks into a giraffe by arranging them and then painting them! Once you've made it, mix up the rocks and see if someone else can complete the puzzle.
Paper Cone Giraffe
Make your giraffe as tall as you want with this construction paper and pipe cleaner craft. Just stretch the springy neck up higher if you like!
Giraffe Bookmark
Learn how to make perler bead giraffe bookmarks using simple supplies! Kids will love this easy project with beads, popsicle sticks, and glue. Plus, get 24 other cute designs.
Giraffe Headband
Using the free giraffe template provided, kids can either cut out color shapes and glue this headband together or print it out in white and color it in!
Mixed Media Giraffe
Use up all of your leftover craft supplies by letting your kids create their very own mixed media giraffe! You'll be amazed at what they come up with.
Giraffe Paper Craft
With only a few supplies and an easy to follow step-by-step tutorial, kids can make their own super cute giraffe paper craft!
Popsicle Stick Giraffe Puppet
Use a couple sizes of popsicle sticks to make your own giraffe puppet. Then you can put on a giraffe play!
M&M Candy Giraffe
This sweet giraffe would make a fun party favor for a zoo themed party! The kids could even make it while at the party.
Fingerprint Giraffe
Cut out and glue the giraffe shapes and then give it spots using brown paint and your fingerprints. Just like your fingerprints, no two giraffes will be alike!
Paper Giraffe Head
Kids use construction paper to make the head of a giraffe along with a zebra, elephant and lion! This is a fun zoo-themed craft idea.
Cardboard Tube Giraffe
This cute giraffe eating some leaves is made completely from toilet paper cardboard tubes and giraffe print felt!
Giraffe Corner Bookmark
Learn how to make a bookmark for the corner that looks like a giraffe! Use the step-by-step tutorial or follow along with the video.
Cereal Box Giraffe
Download the free template and make your own cereal box giraffe. The pieces just fit together, so no need for glue!
G is for Giraffe
Preschoolers will love making this 'G is for Giraffe' craft! I love that the clothespin legs allow the giraffe to stand on its own.
Accordion Giraffe
Use the provided template or draw your own giraffe and make his super long accordion neck! Boy I would love to have those beautiful eyelashes.
Cork Giraffe
Corks, bamboo skewers and playing cards — not really 3 things you think go together, huh? Well they make a really fun giraffe in this cork craft!
Giraffe Puppet
Use a paper bag to make this adorable giraffe puppet. Oh, and you have to check out Sam's nails in the tutorial photos — love it!
Paint Poured Giraffe
Paint pouring is so much fun for creating one-of-a-kind art. Now you can use it to create a one-of-a-kind giraffe!
Paint & Newspaper Giraffe
Head to the recycling bin and use some newspaper to make the spots on this painted giraffe with a super long neck!
Finger Puppet Giraffe
Cut out your own shapes or use the free template to make this giraffe finger puppet. Assemble and paint on the spots!
Tissue Paper & Paper Plate Giraffe
Use tissue paper and a paper plate to make your own giraffe head. If you like, you could add some spots using brown paper.
Cup Giraffe
Turn a Styrofoam cup into a giraffe head using paint and pipe cleaners. You can also make a monkey and a tiger!
Valentine's Day Giraffe
Celebrate your love of giraffes on Valentine's Day (or any day) by making this giraffe with heart-shaped spots!
Giraffe Shapes
Cut out rectangles, triangles and circles to make your own giraffe! Reinforce the shapes while making a fun craft.
Giraffe Party Hats
Kids can make their own giraffe party hats using brown paper, masking tape and ribbon. Perfect activity for a safari or giraffe themed party!
Did you enjoy these giraffe craft ideas? Let me know in the comments! Then please take a peek at these other popular kid’s animal crafts:
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