Screaming Ball Paper Squishy Template

Round orange ball with squeezed-shut eyes and a huge wide-open mouth as if screaming loudly

When the words run out, the screaming ball screams for you. It's the squishy for those moments when everything is too much, and it screams in total silence so nobody's ears hurt.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF shows the round ball with squeezed-shut eyes and a huge mouth in color, front and back. You also get a coloring version and mini balls on page 3. It's about 4 inches wide and has a big, dark gullet.

At a Glance

Group
Stress-Relief Squishies
Size
about 4–5.5 in
Pages
3 × A4
Craft time
20–30 minutes
🧺 What You Need
  • Printer and regular printer paper (US Letter or A4)
  • Scissors
  • Wide clear packing tape (or laminating sheets)
  • Stuffing: cotton balls, yarn or paper scraps
  • Crayons or markers for the coloring version

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Print at 100% (turn off “fit to page”). Color the B/W version first.
2
Cut out the front and back along the outer line – the white border is the tape edge.
3
Cover both pieces with wide clear tape, overlapping the strips slightly, and smooth them out.
4
Place the front and back together exactly (colored sides out).
5
Tape all around the edge, leaving about 1 inch open where it says “leave open here”.
6
Stuff with cotton, yarn or paper scraps – not too full – and tape the opening shut. Done!

😤 Stress-relief tip: Squeeze, squish, toss gently – for example at the squishy target. More ideas in the guide Squishies for Stress Relief.

💡 Tips

  • The mouth is big, so tape it with two layers so it doesn't tear.
  • Fill the ball softly with yarn so you can squeeze the mouth shut.
  • Squeeze hard if you like, but skip the fingernails, which can nick the paper.
  • Draw sweat drops or zigzag lines around the ball and you can almost hear it.

🎨 Color Ideas

Alarm orange
Orange with a red mouth inside looks like a warning shout.
Shock pink
A pink ball that screams anyway is especially funny.
Blue panic
With light blue and sweat drops it looks truly desperate.

🔄 Variations

Scream break
Squeeze the ball when an argument looms, then take three deep breaths.
Target toss
Gently toss the screaming ball at the target instead of yelling into a pillow.
Scream choir
Make several balls plus mini versions and give each a different volume.

Safety: Stuffing and tape are not for children under 3. Never use real food or scented oils as stuffing.

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Why families love PureSketchy:

  • Completely free: Every squishy template with no sign-up, no newsletter, no subscription.
  • Color and B/W: Each template comes ready in color and as a coloring version – plus minis.
  • Kid-tested: Printed, cut out, taped shut and stuffed with yarn – it works.
  • Regular printer paper: No cardstock, no special paper, no laminator needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the screaming ball only for bad moods?
It fits anything that wants out loud, including surprise and fun. Mostly it's meant to be silly.

Can it really get rid of anger?
Squeezing and gentle tossing can help you let off steam. There's no healing promise, and for big troubles, talking helps.

How soft should the filling be?
Fairly loose so the ball squeezes easily. Never fill it with real food.

Is the download free?
Yes, all templates on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal, preschool and classroom use – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version here: Schrei-Ball-Squishy.