A round, wide-open mouth – our printable surprised face mask shows that special oh-wow feeling. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free feelings mask template helps little kids recognize and name surprise, making it perfect for circle time and SEL lessons.
Why This Feelings Mask Is So Exciting
The round open mouth drawn as an empty circle shows surprise so clearly that even two-year-olds get it right away. The circle can be colored in or left open for a funny oh face. The mask is part of our feelings set and pairs perfectly with games full of little surprises. Surprise can feel happy or startling, and that's a great thing to talk about.
A round circle for oh-wow.
Surprise at first glance.
Part of our Feelings Set for Preschool.
Perfect for surprise games.
✂️ 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:
Activities About Feeling Surprised
In a mystery box game, a child reaches in without looking, feels an object, and makes a surprised face when it's revealed. Play peekaboo, hiding behind a scarf and popping out with a big oh. In a guessing game, one child shows whether their surprise was a happy one or a startling one. Then celebrate every little wrapped gift with a giant oh.
Fun Facts About Surprise
Surprise is the shortest feeling of all – it often lasts just a moment. After that, it usually turns into another feeling, like happiness over a gift or a little fright. When we're surprised, we raise our eyebrows, open our eyes wide, and drop our jaw. That helps us see more and take a quick breath in a flash. Surprises make life exciting and help kids discover new things.
Color Ideas for the Surprised Face Mask
Exciting, bright, or sparkly:
A yellow face with big eyes.
Warm orange with a round mouth.
Colorful dots around the face.
Silver stars around the edge.
Great Times for the Surprised Face Mask
This surprised face mask fits lots of moments:
A fun way to talk about feelings.
Use it with all the masks in the feelings set.
Perfect for surprise moments.
Great for little role-play scenes.
Surprise Facts at a Glance
Amazing facts to share:
Surprise lasts just a moment.
It turns into joy or fright.
They help us see more.
Surprises spark curiosity.
More Masks for the Feelings Set
Happy, scared, and sleepy masks are ready too – see all our feelings 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 surprised face mask is made for ages 2 to 4. Kids color, 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?
We recommend 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) so the mask holds up to lots of circle time use.
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 Gefühle-Maske Überrascht.