Book Paper Squishy Template

Closed red book with a bookmark ribbon and a smiling face on the cover as a paper squishy template

The book is made for bookworms who also like telling stories while they craft. It sits on the nightstand, on the shelf or in the school bag and loves every story time.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF shows a closed book with a ribbon bookmark, a title label and a face on the cover, about 5 inches (12 cm) tall. The back has a striped spine and page edges. You also get a coloring page and mini books, sized for US Letter.

At a Glance

Group
School & Everyday
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!

💡 Tips

  • The page edge looks like real paper when you leave it creamy white and add light lines.
  • Cut along the straight edges with a ruler.
  • A flat layer of cotton keeps the book nice and thin.
  • Glue a real ribbon on for the bookmark.

🎨 Color Ideas

Fairy Tale Book
Deep red or royal blue with a golden title panel.
Jungle Adventure
Green with little leaves and a yellow title star.
Your Own Title
Write your favorite title on the label or invent your own book.

🔄 Variations

Story Time Buddy
The book sits beside your child during bedtime stories and listens along.
Tiny Bookshelf
Several minis in different colors make a teeny shelf.
Bookmark
Tape a mini book to a strip of cardboard and you have a bookmark with a face.

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)

Does it go with the back-to-school set?
Yes, with the eraser, backpack and lunch box you get a whole school bag made of paper.

Can I write my own title?
Sure, write in your own title, like an invented adventure story.

How do I keep the book flat?
Use only a little cotton and smooth it evenly across the middle.

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: Buch-Squishy.