Whenever I watch the Disney cartoon movie Peter Pan I love the scene where the crocodile is snapping at Captain Hook. It always makes me and my daughter laugh. Today we have a fantastic Captain Hook Paper Bag Pirate Craft to share which we hope you will love. Enjoy.
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💖 Why You'll Love This Craft
- Pirate Fun: Your kids will adore making their own Captain Hook and setting off on imaginative pirate adventures.
- Endless Play: Once made, kids can use their pirate puppets for hours of pretend play, acting out sea-faring tales.
- Educational Value: It's a great way to introduce kids to pirate-themed stories or even a lesson about famous pirate legends!
🎨 Supplies Needed
🖌️ How To Make This Pirate Puppet
- Step 1: Download and print out the templates. Cut the templates out. Cut large squares of cardstock or construction paper and glue onto the paper bag. You want to glue on the side that the square bottom flaps up. Glue a brown strip of paper across the paper bag to give the pirates a belt.
- Step 2: Use scissors to trim off any excess paper from the sides. To make Captain Hook, fold a white piece of paper in half and cut a “fluffy” shape out. Unfold the paper and glue onto the pirate’s shirt. Cut rectangles from gold glitter foam or cardstock.
- Step 3: Glue onto the pirate’s belts. Cut a small rectangle from black paper and glue into the center of the belts. Trace the head template onto flesh toned paper. Cut out and glue onto the top of the paper bag. Trace the hat template onto black paper and cut out. Add yellow accents with paper and use white paper to create a skull and crossbone.
- Step 4: Glue the hat together. Glue the hat onto the top of the pirate’s head. Cut hair pieces from coloured paper and slip under Captain Hooks hat while the glue is still wet. Cut earrings from gold glitter foam or paper and glue onto the pirate’s ears.
- Step 5: Trace the eye template onto white and black cardstock. Glue the eyes together and then glue them onto the pirate’s face. Trace the mustache template onto paper, cut out and glue onto the pirate’s face.
- Step 6: Trace the sword and or hook template onto cardstock, cut out, glue together and glue onto the side of your pirate. Captain Hook is Completed!
💡 Pro Tip: Attach a craft stick to the bottom for easy control during puppet shows. This simple addition allows for better maneuverability and brings your Captain Hook puppet to life in performances.
🧑🎨 Expert Tips
- Strengthen the Hook: Create the hook using a pipe cleaner wrapped in foil for a sturdy, safe alternative that holds shape well without sharp edges.
- Bold Color Blocking: Use large color sections like deep red for the coat and rich blue for the hat to make the puppet pop visually even from a distance.
- Add Textured Accents: Glue small strips of lace or felt to the puppet's cuffs and collar to imitate the elaborate clothing details typical of pirate captains.
- Use Reinforced Handle: Attach a craft stick inside the bottom flap of the bag to make the puppet easier to hold upright during extended play sessions.
- Layer Facial Features: Cut and stack multiple layers of cardstock for elements like eyebrows and mustache to give Captain Hook a more dramatic expression.
- Create Pirate Accessories: Add extras like a mini sword made from silver cardstock or a tiny treasure map tucked into the puppet’s coat for storytelling flair.
💭 FAQs
Creating a Captain Hook puppet can lead to discussions about real historical pirates, fostering interest in maritime history and legendary sea explorers.
Using the puppet encourages children to develop dialogue, plot, and character development skills, enriching their narrative abilities.
Elements like the hook and pirate hat can be used to discuss symbols and their meanings, aiding in the comprehension of abstract concepts.
Choosing colors, accessories, and expressions for the puppet allows children to make creative decisions, enhancing their confidence and autonomy.
Captain Hook Paper Bag Pirate Puppet
Equipment
- Scissors
Materials
- Cardstock or Construction Paper
- White Paper Bag
- Glue Stick
- Gold Glitter Paper Stock or Gold Foam Sheet
- Black Marker
Instructions
- Download and print out the templates. Cut the templates out.
- You want to glue on the side that the square bottom flaps up.
- Glue a brown strip of paper across the paper bag to give the pirates a belt.
- Use scissors to trim off any excess paper from the sides.
- To make Captain Hook, fold a white piece of paper in half and cut a “fluffy” shape out.
- Unfold the paper and glue onto the pirate’s shirt.
- Cut rectangles from gold glitter foam or cardstock.
- Glue onto the pirate’s belts. Cut a small rectangle from black paper and glue into the center of the belts.
- Trace the hat template onto black paper and cut out.
- Add yellow accents with paper and use white paper to create a skull and crossbone.
- Glue the hat together. Glue the hat onto the top of the pirate’s head.
- Cut hair pieces from coloured paper and slip under Captain Hooks hat while the glue is still wet.
- Cut earrings from gold glitter foam or paper and glue onto the pirate’s ears.
- Trace the mustache template onto paper, cut out and glue onto the pirate’s face.
- Trace the sword and or hook template onto cardstock, cut out, glue together and glue onto the side of your pirate.
- Captain Hook is Completed!
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shiver me timbers----making this looks great fun