Round ears, big eye patches, and a happy little smile – this printable panda mask is off-the-charts cute. The patches are drawn as outlines only, so kids get to color them in themselves. Then cut it out, add elastic, and your free panda mask template is ready for birthdays, preschool, and dress-up.
What Makes This Panda Mask Special
The teardrop eye patches aren't filled in black – they're outlines only, which saves printer ink and gives kids more to do. Coloring those dark patches is half the fun, because the panda comes to life one step at a time. The round ears are big and easy to fill. A small nose and friendly smile keep the rest of the face simple.
Big teardrop outlines kids color themselves.
No solid black areas to print.
Black and white are all you need.
Part of our Animal Birthday set.
✂️ 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 Pandas
Make bamboo from green paper strips and paper towel tubes, then let the pandas gather it up. Young pandas love to tumble, so try a somersault race on a soft mat. A lazy panda break, where everyone pretends to munch bamboo, helps a busy group wind down. Can your pandas climb a mountain of pillows?
Fun Facts About Pandas
Giant pandas live in the cool mountain forests of China. They eat almost nothing but bamboo – so much that they spend up to 14 hours a day eating. To grip the stalks, pandas have a special wrist bone that works like an extra thumb. A newborn panda cub is tiny, weighing about as much as a stick of butter. Scientists are still studying why pandas are black and white, but it probably helps with camouflage and communication.
Color Ideas for Your Panda Mask
Does it have to be black and white? Not at all!
Black ears and eye patches, with the rest left white.
Brown instead of black – rare pandas like this really exist.
Classic black and white with green bamboo leaves around the edge.
Eye patches in all your favorite colors.
Great Times for the Panda Mask
The panda fits lots of fun ideas:
Pandas are a favorite with kids and grown-ups alike.
Pair it with black and white clothes for a full costume.
Great for classroom units about China and Asia.
A whole group of pandas makes for hilarious photos.
Panda Facts at a Glance
Cuddly facts to amaze kids:
Pandas eat almost only bamboo.
They eat up to 14 hours a day.
A wrist bone helps them grip.
Newborns weigh about a quarter pound.
More Animal Masks to Cuddle and Celebrate
Bear, bunny, and cat are ready to party – see all our printable 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 panda mask is made for ages 2 to 4. Kids color the patches, 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?
White 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) works best, so the white parts look bright even without coloring.
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 Panda Maske.