A grand crown of big back plates and a small, friendly smile – our printable Stegosaurus mask is the gentle plate-wearer of the dino world. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free Stegosaurus mask template is perfect for a dino party, preschool, and dress-up.
Why This Stegosaurus Is So Special
Big back plates form a crown around the head and are the eye-catcher of the mask. Each plate can shine in a different color or get its own pattern. The small smiling mouth keeps the Stegosaurus friendly and sweet. For kids five and up, it's a mask that's easy to cut and looks amazing.
Big back plates all around.
A friendly mouth.
A different color for each plate.
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 Stegosaurs
Count the plates on each Stegosaurus and compare. In Tail Swish, dinos wave a scarf like a spiky tail to guard their snack spot. Gather green paper ferns for a plant-eater feast. Then line up for a dino time-travel game, from the oldest dinosaurs to the youngest.
Fun Facts About Stegosaurus
Stegosaurus lived about 150 million years ago – long before T-Rex. In fact, more time separates Stegosaurus from T-Rex than separates T-Rex from us. It had big bony plates on its back and sharp spikes on its tail for defense. Stegosaurus was a plant-eater and grew to about 30 feet long. Its brain was surprisingly small compared to its huge body.
Color Ideas for Your Stegosaurus Mask
Prehistoric, bright, or sparkly:
Green skin with orange plates.
Blue with yellow plates.
Every plate a different color.
Purple with glittery plate edges.
Great Times for the Stegosaurus Mask
This Stegosaurus is ready for:
Team up with T-Rex and Triceratops.
Add cardboard plates on the back for a great costume.
A warm-up before a natural history museum visit.
A fun kickoff for learning about Earth's history.
Stegosaurus Facts at a Glance
Plate-tastic facts to share:
That's how long ago it lived.
More time than between T-Rex and us.
Big plates along its back.
It munched ferns and plants.
More Masks for Your Dino Party
T-Rex, Triceratops, 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 Stegosaurus 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 big back plates 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 Stegosaurus Maske.