Printable Build a Backpack Craft
Getting a new backpack is one of the best parts of starting a new school year!
With this cut-and-paste activity, kids can color the pieces, cut them out, and build a backpack of their own, complete with a spot to write their name.
It’s great for the first week of preschool or kindergarten.
Grab the printable template in my shop below, then keep reading to see how it’s assembled!
Get the Backpack Craft Template
You can get the backpack craft template in my Etsy shop here.
If you’d like more activities, it’s also included in the back to school and September cut and paste bundles.
How to Build Your Own Backpack
Supplies Needed
- Backpack craft template
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- White copy paper or construction paper (optional)
Step 1: Color the pieces
Write your name on the name tag. Then, color all the pieces with crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
Use your favorite colors to create your own backpack design.
Step 2: Cut out the pieces
Cut around each piece using the dashed lines as a guide.
It’s fine if there’s a little white space around the edges, but you can cut closer to the solid lines if you want.
Step 3: Add the front pocket
Glue the zipper pocket onto the lower half of the backpack.
Step 4: Finish your backpack
Glue the apple flap onto the top of the backpack.
Then, add one side pocket to each side to finish your craft.
