The silo is the tallest building on the farm – and the easiest to make. The wall simply rolls into a tube, and a pointy cone roof goes on top. At about 5 inches tall, it towers over the barn and farmhouse and completes the paper farm.
What's in the PDF
The color PDF is 1 page: the silo wall with a ladder, a door, a cow sign, a glue tab, and small notches along the top, plus the cone roof as a circle with a tab. The finished silo is about 1¾ inches (4.5 cm) across and 5 inches (13 cm) tall. Three short steps are printed at the bottom. A separate coloring PDF is included.
At a Glance
Craft template
ages 5+
1 × A4 + 1 × A4
about 15–20 minutes
📄 What’s on the Pages
A corrugated wall with a ladder, a door, and a cow sign to roll up, plus the cone roof with a glue tab.
How to build the silo
Safety: Stuffing, tape and small parts are not for children under 3.
💡 Tips
- Regular printer paper rolls more easily; light cardstock makes a sturdier silo.
- Curl the wall over a table edge or a pencil first so it doesn't crease.
- Hold the tube with a clothespin or two while the glue dries.
- A few grains of rice in the bottom keep it from tipping – and count as feed.
What kids practice
Rolling the wall and shaping the roof shows kids how a rectangle becomes a cylinder and a circle becomes a cone – geometry without trying. Cutting and gluing build fine motor skills. It's also a nice way to explain that farmers store feed for the winter in a silo.
🔄 Variations & Ideas
Print the page twice and stand two silos side by side, like on a big farm.
Fill the silo with popcorn kernels or rice before adding the roof and play feeding the animals.
Color the coloring version red, blue, or silver.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How big is the silo?
About 1¾ inches (4.5 cm) across and 5 inches (13 cm) tall. The play mat has a round spot just for it.
Does the silo need folding?
No, the wall is rolled. You only fold the little notches at the top inward so the roof has something to sit on.
How do I shape the cone roof?
Slide the cut-out circle together at the gap until it forms a point, then glue down the tab.
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: Silo.