A big neck frill, two horns above the eyes, and a nose horn – our printable Triceratops mask turns kids into gentle plant-eaters with a built-in shield. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free dinosaur mask template is a must for any dino party.
Why This Triceratops Is So Impressive
The big neck frill on top is a huge space for patterns like dots, stripes, or zigzags around the edge. Two horns above the eyes and a nose horn make it instantly recognizable. Since the horns are drawn big and sturdy, they're easy to cut out. For kids five and up, it's a mask that makes an impression at any dino party.
A big shield on top.
Two above the eyes, one on the nose.
Room for dots and stripes.
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 Triceratops
In Horn Push, two Triceratops gently nudge a beach ball across a line with their foreheads. Have a plant-eater picnic, gathering green paper leaves and ferns. Play Herd Up, where everyone huddles in a protective circle when the T-Rex comes by. Then count all the horns in the whole herd.
Fun Facts About Triceratops
The name Triceratops means three-horned face – a perfect fit for its three horns. It lived at the same time as T-Rex, about 68 to 66 million years ago, in what's now North America. Triceratops was a plant-eater that used its beak-like mouth to snip tough plants. Its big neck frill was probably used for protection and for showing off to other Triceratops. At about 26 to 30 feet long, it was as long as a school bus.
Color Ideas for Your Triceratops Mask
Prehistoric, bright, or patterned:
Orange and brown with white horns.
Green with yellow dots on the frill.
Blue with an orange frill edge.
A frill with colorful stripes.
Great Times for the Triceratops Mask
This Triceratops is ready for:
Team up with T-Rex and Stegosaurus.
Add a cardboard frill for a great costume.
A warm-up before a natural history museum visit.
A fun kickoff for learning about plant-eaters.
Triceratops Facts at a Glance
Horned facts to share:
That's what its name means.
It munched tough plants.
For protection and showing off.
Up to 30 feet long.
More Masks for Your Dino Party
T-Rex, Brachiosaurus, and dino egg 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 Triceratops 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 frill and horns stay sturdy.
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 Triceratops Maske.