A big smiling mouth, two little nostrils, and a row of rounded spikes on top – our T-Rex is the friendliest king of the dinosaurs. With this printable T-Rex mask, kids stomp and roar their way through prehistoric times. This free dinosaur mask template is the star of any dino party.
Why Kids Love This T-Rex Mask
The big smiling mouth keeps the T-Rex friendly instead of fierce, so even shy kids feel ready to roar. Rounded spikes on top are easy to cut and fun to color in different shades. The front view looks especially impressive on a child's face. For kids five and up, it's the perfect mask for little dino fans.
A friendly T-Rex face.
A row of back spikes on top.
Two little nostrils.
Part of our Dino Party 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 T-Rexes
Do a dino stomp with giant steps and tiny arms. Hold a roaring contest where everyone shows off their loudest dinosaur roar. Dig for hidden bones in a sandbox fossil hunt. Then try catching a ball with your arms tucked in like a T-Rex – harder than it looks.
Fun Facts About T-Rex
Tyrannosaurus rex lived about 68 to 66 million years ago in what's now North America. Its name means tyrant lizard king. It grew to about 40 feet long and had one of the strongest bites of any land animal ever. Its arms, though, were surprisingly short, with just two fingers each. Here's a fun twist: birds are the living relatives of dinosaurs, which makes the T-Rex a distant cousin of chickens.
Color Ideas for Your T-Rex Mask
Prehistoric, bright, or wild:
Green skin with orange spikes.
Brown skin with dark stripes.
Purple with yellow spikes.
Every spike a different color.
Great Times for the T-Rex Mask
This friendly T-Rex stomps into:
Team up with Triceratops and Stegosaurus.
Add a green hoodie for a roaring costume.
A great warm-up before a natural history museum visit.
A fun kickoff for learning about prehistoric life.
T-Rex Facts at a Glance
Giant facts to share:
That's what its name means.
About how long a T-Rex grew.
One of the strongest of any land animal.
Birds are living dinosaurs.
More Masks for Your Dino Party
Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and pterodactyl masks are ready too – see all our dinosaur 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 T-Rex 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 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) so the back spikes don't bend.
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 T-Rex Maske.