We just love how cute this little paper hedgehog turned out! This easy paper hedgehog craft for kids comes with a free printable template, making it super simple to put together.
It is perfect for a woodland animal theme and a fun fall craft for kids. It works wonderfully for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and elementary school kids. The folded paper spines are such a fun part of this craft. Kids can fold and glue the paper while developing their fine motor skills.
Once finished, this adorable 3D hedgehog can even be used as a puppet for imaginative play!
This easy woodland animal craft is perfect for hedgehog themed activities. It also makes a fun forest animal craft for home or the classroom.
If you’re looking for more seasonal ideas, check out our collection of fun fall crafts for kids!
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Supplies You Need to Make a Paper Hedgehog Craft for Kids
- Paper hedgehog craft printable template (Enter your details in the form within the instructions below to access the template)
- Scissors
- Glue
- One sheet of colored cardstock paper (US Letter size) for printing Page 1 of the template
- One sheet of colored construction paper (US Letter size) for printing Page 2 of the template
- One sheet of white construction paper (US Letter size) for printing Page 3 of the template
- Black marker
Steps to Make a Hedgehog Craft
Making this paper hedgehog is so easy! Follow the simple steps below to create your own adorable hedgehog.
Step 1
Download the printable hedgehog craft template by signing up through the form below. Print page 1 on colored cardstock. Print page 2 on colored construction paper. Print page 3 on white construction paper.
Step 2
Color the nose black with a marker. Then, carefully cut out all the pieces of the template.
Step 3
Fold the main hedgehog body piece in half.
Step 4
Take the rectangle-shaped piece with the dotted lines. Make folds on both sides along the dotted lines to create two tabs.
Step 5
Apply glue to each tab. Stick the first tab underneath one edge of the hedgehog body piece.
Step 6
Next, stick the other tab on top of the opposite side of the hedgehog body piece. Press it down firmly to secure it in place. Now you have a 3D triangle-shaped hedgehog body!
Step 7
Next, stick the hedgehog’s eyes and nose onto the front of the body.
Step 8
Now for the fun part! Take the diamond-shaped paper pieces. We’re going to use them to make the hedgehog’s spines.
Step 9
Fold each diamond-shaped paper piece in half, so the two sides slightly cross over each other.
Step 10
Next, glue the folded shapes onto the hedgehog’s body, starting just above the eyes and working in rows. Apply a small amount of glue to the bottom of just one side of each fold. This will secure the shape while leaving the two sides slightly raised to create the hedgehog’s spines.
Our cute paper hedgehog craft is ready!
How adorable does this little hedgehog look? The raised paper spines on its 3D triangular body give this little hedgehog a fun and playful look.
More Fall Crafts for Kids
Looking for more fun woodland animal crafts for kids? We have plenty of cute forest animal crafts for you to try!
Paper Fox Craft with Wagging Tail
Make this adorable paper fox craft with a fun wagging tail! The free printable template makes it easy for kids to create. It’s a fun woodland animal craft for fall, camping, classrooms, or creative afternoons at home. Kids will love moving the tail and playing with their finished fox.
Easy Squirrel Craft with Bobble head
This adorable paper squirrel craft has a fun bobblehead that moves up and down as kids gently move the body. With a printable template and simple supplies, it is a fun fall animal craft for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and elementary school kids. Kids will love watching their squirrel look like it is busy munching on an acorn!
Turn a paper plate into this adorable owl craft! Kids can paint the owl and add paper doily wings, big eyes, a beak, and cute little feet. It’s a simple and fun fall craft that’s perfect for an afternoon of creative fun.
Bobble head Squirrel Headband Craft
This adorable bobble head squirrel headband is such a fun fall craft! The printable template makes it easy to create, and the accordion-folded paper strip makes the squirrel’s head bounce and wobble as kids move. It’s a cute woodland animal craft that’s especially fun to wear and play with.
Hedgehog Themed Books for Kids
Pair this cute hedgehog craft with some of these adorable hedgehog-themed books! Reading a sweet hedgehog book alongside this fun fall craft is a lovely way to bring the woodland animal theme to life.
Join Hedgie on a sweet winter adventure as he decides to stay awake and experience all the snowy fun his friends are enjoying. From sparkling icicles to snowmen and frozen ponds, there is so much for Hedgie to discover! This charming winter story is full of cozy moments and beautiful illustrations, making it a lovely read for kids.
Learn all about adorable hedgehogs with this engaging Level 1 reader from National Geographic Kids! Packed with colorful photos and simple facts, kids can discover fascinating details about hedgehogs, including their features, behavior, and habitat. It’s a fun and educational read for little animal lovers and budding explorers.
Join Harry and Hedgehog on a sweet and funny adventure to the doctor! Harry feels nervous about his checkup, but Hedgehog helps him feel more prepared and confident. With easy-to-read text, colorful illustrations, and plenty of humor, this reassuring early reader is a lovely choice for children learning to read.
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