Little Donkey Paper Squishy: a Donkey to Squeeze

Full-color paper squishy template of a sitting gray donkey with white muzzle, brown forelock and tail, with back, printable

Gray fur, a white muzzle, a fluffy forelock and a little tail curling out to the side – this donkey sits patiently, waiting for a squeeze. As a paper squishy it turns soft and handy. A sweet pick for donkey lovers and for kids who already know donkeys aren't stubborn at all.

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What's in the PDFs

There are two separate 2-page PDFs: the color version and the coloring version. Page 1 has the large little donkey with a front and back (about 4 inches tall), page 2 has four mini donkeys (about 1.75 inches tall), each with its own back. The back shows the ears and tail too, mirrored to match the front.

At a Glance

Type
Paper squishy
Age
ages 4+ (with help)
Pages
2 × A4 + 2 × A4
Time
about 20–30 minutes

📄 What’s on the Pages

Page 1: Little donkey
Front and back plus the four-step instructions – in color or to color, depending on the PDF.
Page 2: Mini donkeys
Four little donkeys, each as a front-and-back pair.

How to make the little donkey

1
Print at actual size and color fur, forelock and hooves on the coloring page.
2
Cut out front and back; go extra slowly around the tail and between the ears.
3
Cover the donkey front and the gray back with wide packing tape or laminate them.
4
Stack them so ears and tail line up, tape all around and leave about 1 inch open at the bottom.
5
Stuff loosely with fiberfill, yarn or shredded paper and tape it shut.

Safety: Stuffing, tape and small parts are not for children under 3.

💡 Tips

  • The tail is the thinnest spot – leave a little extra white border there so it won't tear.
  • Gray yarn scraps make a color-matched stuffing if the paper shows through a bit.
  • Stuffing and tape aren't for kids under 3.
  • The donkey also makes a nice figure for a nativity play or a Christmas story.

What kids practice

Kids practice tight curves between the ears and around the tail. Along the way they learn that donkeys aren't stubborn but careful: they stop and think before doing something risky. And a donkey's hee-haw can often be heard miles away.

🔄 Variations & Ideas

Pack donkey
Fold two tiny paper saddlebags and drape them over the finished donkey.
Donkey family
The big donkey is the mom, the minis are her foals.
Barn scene
Add the hay bale squishy from this set for a little donkey barn on the shelf.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is it a pony or a donkey?
A little donkey: gray fur, light muzzle, pink inner ears and a small curvy tail. Kids can still color the coloring version as a pony if they like.

How big is the donkey?
The large squishy is about 4 inches tall, the mini donkeys about 1.75 inches.

Do I stuff the ears?
Not separately – a bit of fiberfill in the head is enough. The ears stay flat and keep their shape.

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: Eselchen-Squishy.