A magnificent mane, round ears, and a big grin – this printable lion mask crowns any kid king or queen of the animals. The chunky mane waves are made for bold colors, then just cut, add elastic, and roar. It's the free lion mask template every jungle party needs.
Why This Lion Mask Works for Little Ones
The mane is made of a wide ring of about twelve thick, soft waves around the face, so kids can switch colors wave by wave and feel proud fast. The face in the middle stays simple and friendly, with a wide nose and a smile. The round outline also makes cutting quick for grown-ups.
About twelve chunky waves to color in bold.
That smile keeps the roar more cute than scary.
The outer edge is quick and easy to cut.
Fits animal birthdays and jungle parties alike.
✂️ Craft Instructions: Turn the Template into a Mask
🧰 What You Need
- Printer + heavier paper or cardstock (65–110 lb)
- Colored pencils, markers or watercolors
- Scissors (craft knife for the eye holes – adults only)
- Elastic cord (about 12–14 inches)
- Hole punch for the elastic holes
Print the template at actual size (100 %, not “fit to page”) on thick paper.
Color the mask any way you like – the big shapes are perfect for little hands.
Cut along the thick outer line.
An adult cuts out the eye holes with a craft knife or pointed scissors.
Punch holes at the two small circles, thread the elastic through and knot it – done!
⚠️ Safety: eye holes, craft knives and hot glue are grown-up jobs. Don’t run or play rough while wearing a mask that limits your view – and never put elastic around the neck.
📦 Included in These Craft Sets
This mask also comes as part of a bundle – one free PDF with a cover page, craft instructions and every mask in the set:
Play Ideas for Little Lions
Hold a roaring contest: who has the loudest roar, and who can do the tiniest one? In Sleeping Lion, one child in the mask naps in the middle while everyone else sneaks closer – when the lion wakes up, they all dash back. A whole pride can prowl through the living room savanna together. Finish with a lion nap, since real lions snooze for most of the day.
Fun Facts About Lions
Lions don't actually live in the jungle – most live on the grassy plains of Africa, called the savanna, and a small group lives in India. They're the only big cats that live in family groups, called prides. Only male lions grow a big mane. The lionesses usually hunt together as a team. A lion's roar can be heard miles away.
Color Ideas for Your Lion Mask
The mane is the perfect canvas for color:
Yellow face with an orange mane, like a sunrise.
Sandy face with a dark brown mane.
Every wave of the mane gets a different color.
Color it yellow and dab gold glitter on the mane.
Great Times to Wear the Lion Mask
This little lion is ready for any occasion:
Team up with tiger, monkey, and elephant for a whole crew.
The birthday kid gets to rule as king or queen of the animals.
Add a yellow shirt and a yarn tail for an easy costume.
Pairs perfectly with picture books about African animals.
Lion Facts at a Glance
Cool facts for little animal explorers:
Lions are the only cats that live in groups.
Only male lions grow a mane.
You can hear it from miles away.
Lions rest up to 20 hours a day.
More Masks for Your Jungle Party
Tiger, monkey, and elephant are ready to join – see all our animal masks.
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- A Real Craft Template: Face-size mask with eye holes and marks for elastic, a stick or glue tabs.
- Free to Print: Every mask and craft set as a PDF or image, no sign-up required.
- Print-Ready A4: Clean vector lines that print crisp on any home printer.
- Kid-Friendly Designs: Cheerful characters, nothing too scary, no brand logos – perfect for home, preschool and school.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this mask suitable for?
The lion mask is made for ages 2 to 4. Kids color the mane, and an adult cuts out the mask and eye holes.
Will the mask fit a child’s face?
Yes – printed at actual size (100 %) on A4 or US Letter, the mask is roughly the size of a child’s face. For adults, scale it up to 110–115 % or print on A3/Tabloid.
What paper works best?
Use 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb cardstock is perfect) for a sturdy mane. If you plan to glue on yarn or crepe paper, go for the heavier end.
Is the download free?
Yes, all masks and coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Löwe Maske.