Looking for a fun, free kids craft that takes only 5 minutes? This free T-Rex dinosaur mask printable is exactly what you need. Download the template, print it on any regular paper, color it in, cut it out, and your child has a wearable T-Rex mask they made themselves.
Best part? It's completely free — no email required, no sign-up, no catch. Just download and print at craftandpause.com.
What You'll Need
- 🖨️ Any home printer (black and white works fine)
- 📄 Regular 8.5×11 paper
- 🖍️ Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- ✂️ Safety scissors (child-safe)
- 🪢 A small piece of elastic (about 30cm)
- 📍 A pencil or hole punch (for the eye holes)
How to Make the T-Rex Mask — Step by Step
Step 1: Download and Print
Head to craftandpause.com/printables.html and download the T-Rex mask template. Print it on any regular 8.5×11 paper — color or black and white both work. No special paper needed.
Step 2: Color Your T-Rex
This is the most fun part! Let your child color the T-Rex however they like. Classic green? Sure! Purple with orange teeth? Absolutely. Rainbow? Yes! There's no wrong way to color a T-Rex. The bold outlines make it easy to stay in the lines, even for young kids.
Step 3: Cut Along the Dotted Line
The template has a clear dotted cut line running around the outside of the mask. Have your child cut along this line using safety scissors. The chunky simple shape is designed specifically to be easy enough for kids aged 4 and up to cut themselves. Younger children may need a little help.
Step 4: Make the Eye Holes
The template shows two circles where the eye holes should go. Ask a grown-up to help poke through these with a pencil or hole punch — that's how your child will see when wearing the mask!
Step 5: Add the Elastic
Thread a piece of elastic through the small holes on each side of the mask and tie a knot at each end to hold it in place. The elastic goes around the back of your child's head to keep the mask on.
Step 6: ROAR! 🦖
Put on the mask and let the dinosaur adventures begin!
Watch the Tutorial Video (With Built-In Pause Screens!)
Every Craft & Pause template comes with a matching step-by-step video tutorial on YouTube. Our videos include built-in pause countdown screens at every step — so the video actually waits for your child to finish each part before moving on.
This means kids can follow along independently. You don't need to hover over them pressing pause and rewind. Just press play and let them craft!
Watch the T-Rex tutorial on YouTube →
Why Kids Love This Craft
- It's wearable — kids can actually put it on and become a dinosaur
- It's achievable — most 4-year-olds can do 80% of it themselves
- It's personal — they colored it, they made it, they're proud of it
- It sparks imaginative play — the mask is just the beginning of the adventure
Tips for Success
- Print on cardstock for a sturdier mask that holds its shape better
- Let kids choose their own colors — ownership increases engagement
- For under-3s, pre-cut the mask and let them just color and decorate
- Make two — siblings love having matching or competing dinosaurs
- Add craft foam, stickers, or googly eyes for extra pizzazz
Ages and Skill Levels
This T-Rex mask is designed for ages 4–8, but with adult help younger children can enjoy it too:
- Ages 3–4: Adult helps with cutting and eye holes; child colors independently
- Ages 4–6: Child can do most steps with light supervision
- Ages 6–8: Fully independent from start to finish
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