A big helmet with an oval visor, two little antennas, and a star patch – our printable astronaut mask launches kids straight into outer space. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free astronaut mask template is perfect for a space party, dress-up, and science days.
Why This Astronaut Mask Is Out of This World
The large oval visor panel leaves plenty of room for coloring, and two eye holes in it let kids see well. That keeps the helmet airy, which is comfy for kids who don't like wearing things over their face. Two little antennas and a star patch give the helmet a playful space look. Kids five and up can turn the patch into their very own mission badge.
An oval panel with two eye holes.
For radio contact with Earth.
A personal mission badge.
Part of our Pirates & Adventurers 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 Astronauts
Count down together from ten, and at zero, blast off in a cardboard box rocket. Take a moon walk, moving slowly as if you're almost weightless. On a planet mission, kids collect paper planets scattered around the room. Then send radio messages to mission control using paper cup telephones.
Fun Facts About Astronauts
Astronauts are people who travel into space to explore and do research. The word means something like star sailor. On the International Space Station, astronauts circle Earth about every 90 minutes, so they can see lots of sunrises in a single day. In space, they float because they're weightless – even water drops float around as little balls. People first walked on the moon in 1969, and their footprints are still there because the moon has no wind.
Color Ideas for Your Astronaut Mask
Silver, cosmic, or bold:
A white helmet with a blue star patch.
A silver helmet with red antennas.
Dark blue with stars and planets.
An orange helmet for a trip to the red planet.
Great Times for the Astronaut Mask
This astronaut blasts off for:
A craft station before rocket launch.
Add white coveralls for a stellar costume.
A fun kickoff for learning about planets and stars.
A great match for experiments and discovery.
Astronaut Facts at a Glance
Out-of-this-world facts to share:
That's what astronaut means.
The ISS circles Earth that fast.
Everything floats in space.
People first walked on the moon.
More Masks for Your Adventure Crew
Pirate, ninja, and knight are ready to join – see all our adventure masks.
🎭 More masks from this group:
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 astronaut mask is made for ages 5 to 8. Kids color and cut out the outer shape themselves, and an adult helps cut the 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?
We recommend heavier cardstock around 200 gsm (about 110 lb) so the helmet stays sturdy around the big visor.
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 Astronaut Maske.