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May 15, 2017

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template

You children and students can make a hungry caterpillar craft that’s a perfect book extension activity for The Very Hungry Caterpillar. You can choose from 3 free craft templates that allow kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors thanks to Eric Carle, who is so talented at packing learning opportunities on every page. Once the caterpillar craft is assembled kids can lift the flaps to see the matching pictures inside. My preschooler and kindergartner love reading the words on their caterpillar craft–it’s a great way to motivate my young readers and yours. 🙂

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

 

Since my children were little we have enjoyed reading The Very Hungry Caterpillar. I remember recording Little Tiger “reading” the book at age 2 because she had every word memorized. Little Dragon is well on his way to remembering each page and asks me to read him the caterpillar book every day. I am guessing you and your child have the same love for The Very Hungry Caterpillar and for book activities. While you are here, be sure to check out the rest of our Book Activities to go along with your Child’s Favorite Book.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Little Dragon (age 4) liked cutting out the square pieces for his craft and Little Dragon (age 6) asked to see the book so she could make sure to sequence her craft to match the book.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

You may also be interested in our 100 page Hungry Caterpillar Activity Pack! It’s full of engaging activities for your little learner. Click Here to find out more. 

Suggested Books & Extension Activities:

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The World of Eric Carle(TM) The Very Hungry Caterpillar(TM) Lacing CardsThe World of Eric Carle(TM) The Very Hungry Caterpillar(TM) Lacing CardsThe World of Eric Carle  The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Friends Magnetic Character SetThe World of Eric Carle  The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Friends Magnetic Character SetLet's Feed The Very Hungry Catepillar GameLet’s Feed The Very Hungry Catepillar GameA Very Busy Sticker Book (The World of Eric Carle) (Deluxe Stickerific)A Very Busy Sticker Book (The World of Eric Carle) (Deluxe Stickerific)

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Supplies:

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Template (Available to download for free at the end of this post)
Red, Green, and Yellow Craft Paper-affiliate link (I like using cardstock for crafts because it gives them strength and bright color)

White paper

Paint, markers, pencils, or crayons

Scissors

Glue

Stapler

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Primary Colors CardstockPrimary Colors CardstockPrinter PaperPrinter PaperKwik Stix Solid Tempera Paint SticksKwik Stix Solid Tempera Paint SticksCra-Z-art Classic Washable MarkersCra-Z-art Classic Washable MarkersFiskars Softgrip Big Kids ScissorsFiskars Softgrip Big Kids ScissorsElmer's Washable School Glue 6 PackElmer’s Washable School Glue 6 Pack

Directions: For your convenience you can print the directions at the end of this post. 

Fold yellow paper in half (hot dog style), cut along the fold, and then staple the two pieces together to form a long rectangle.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Print the caterpillar face and feet on red paper and have your child color it. We used our favorite Fast-Dry Paint Stix-affiliate link because they show up well on colored paper and are mess free.

 

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Print the caterpillar body flaps out on green paper and cut them out. Little Tiger cut all 7 of her pieces with no problem but Little Dragon wanted some assistance. Be prepared to help, take a break, or spread this craft over a few days because there is a lot of cutting.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Print out the flap pictures and have your child color them and then cut them out. We used markers because some of the pictures are a bit small.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Fold each flap so the word is on the outside. Match the flap pictures with each flap and glue the picture on the inside.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

Place the caterpillar pieces on the yellow paper making sure they are in the correct order and then glue them down. Make sure to keep the flaps close together so they can all fit. If your child runs out of room it’s no big deal, just staple another piece of yellow paper to the end.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

My preschooler and kindergartner had lots of fun making this craft and helping their caterpillar eat an apple, 2 pears, 3 plums, 4 strawberries, 5 oranges…and of course a green leaf. (Guess how many times I have heard that in the last day…now it’s your turn :). I really hope you and your kiddos enjoy reading and crafting together! <3 Please pin the photo below to help others enjoy it too.

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)

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Hey, before you go be sure to check out our Hungry Caterpillar Activity Pack that includes this craft and a total of 100 pages of language activities, math activities, science activities, and more. Click Here for Details

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Printable Activity Pack: This adorable pack of engaging activities will teach children letters, numbers, phonics, fine motor skills, shapes, life cycle of a butterfly, nutrition, days of the week, and more. It makes teaching and learning fun and easy. (#preschool #kindergarten #printables #kidsactivities #homeschool)

PRINT THE DIRECTIONS HERE:

Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft and Free Template: 3 craft templates for kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors. (Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, Spring, Bugs, Book Extension)
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Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Craft

Choose from 3 free craft templates that allow kids to practice the days of the week, counting to 5, or naming colors thanks to Eric Carle and the Very Hungry Caterpillar. 
Total Time40 mins
Keyword: Animal Kingdom, Craft, Eric Carle, Spring

Materials

  • Hungry Caterpillar Flap Book Template
  • Red, Green, and Yellow Craft Paper-affiliate link
  • White paper
  • Paint, markers, pencils, or crayons
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Stapler

Instructions

  • Fold yellow paper in half (hot dog style), cut along the fold, and then staple the two pieces together to form a long rectangle.
  • Print the caterpillar face and feet on red paper and have your child color it. We used our favorite Fast-Dry Paint Stix-affiliate link because they show up well on colored paper and are mess free.
    The printable is available here: https://alittlepinchofperfect.com/hungry-caterpillar-flap-book-craft-and-free-template/
  • Print the caterpillar body flaps out on green paper and cut them out.
  • Print out the flap pictures and have your child color them and then cut them out.
  • Fold each flap so the word is on the outside. Match the flap pictures with each flap and glue the picture on the inside.
  • Place the caterpillar pieces on the yellow paper making sure they are in the correct order and then glue them down. Make sure to keep the flaps close together so they can all fit. If your child runs out of room it's no big deal, just staple another piece of yellow paper to the end.

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Counting Caterpillars Math Activity Inspired by the Hungry Caterpillar: This simple math activity is great for your preschooler and kindergartner to practice counting and fine motor skills. (Eric Carle, Spring, Book Extension)

Counting Caterpillars Activity

27 of The Very Best Hungry Caterpillar Activities for Kids: a helpful collection The Very Hungry Caterpillar Activities for Kids including crafts, activities, and free printables to go along with this beloved book by Eric Carle.

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Comments

  1. Fasela says

    May 21, 2017 at 8:41 am

    This is awesome. Will definitely try it.

    Reply
    • Katie says

      May 30, 2017 at 12:04 am

      Thanks so much! I am glad you like it 🙂

      Reply
  2. Amy Ashberry says

    April 3, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    I love this craft! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  3. Merxe says

    April 18, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    Thanks

    Reply
  4. casie says

    February 24, 2020 at 6:42 pm

    I am having a hard time downloading this free template.

    The link is just taking me back to the same page.

    Could you please email it to me?
    casie.dwyer@ocps.net

    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      February 25, 2020 at 12:56 am

      I’m sorry if it’s not working. My printables are hosted by Gumroad. Hopefully the button loads that says “I want this.” If you add an email and an amount ($0 is okay) it should work if technology is on our side. If it doesn’t work you can send me an e-mail and I can send it to you as a pdf. I’m crossing my fingers it works. 🙂

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