Animals aren't the only thing on a farm – something squishy grows in the field, too! This corn cob has plump yellow kernels, big eyes and two green husk leaves hugging it like a blanket. Perfect for harvest season, fall projects or as play-store veggies.
What's in the PDFs
There are two separate 2-page PDFs: the color version and the coloring version. Page 1 has the large corn cob with a front and back (just under 4 inches tall), page 2 has four mini corn cobs (about 1.5 inches tall), each with its own back. The back shows the husk from behind with the kernel tip peeking out on top.
At a Glance
Paper squishy
ages 4+ (with help)
2 × A4 + 2 × A4
about 20–30 minutes
📄 What’s on the Pages
Front and back plus the four-step instructions – in color or to color, depending on the PDF.
Four little corn cobs, each as a front-and-back pair.
How to make the corn cob
Safety: Stuffing, tape and small parts are not for children under 3.
💡 Tips
- Kernels look extra round if each one gets a little orange shadow at the bottom.
- Give the pointy leaf tips an extra bit of tape so they don't bend.
- Fiberfill and tape aren't for kids under 3.
- For a play store, make several minis and pile them in a little basket.
What kids practice
Coloring all those kernels builds patience and fine pencil control. Add a bit of field knowledge: corn grows on tall plants, and the cobs sit inside husk leaves that protect them. On the farm, animals eat corn, too.
🔄 Variations & Ideas
Color the coloring version with red, blue and yellow kernels like decorative corn.
Combine corn squishies with the hay bale and milk bottle for a harvest corner.
Tell kids that popcorn comes from a special kind of corn whose kernels pop in the heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where's the stuffing gap?
At the little stem on the bottom – that's where the orange “leave open here” line is drawn.
Why is the back all green?
From behind, you mostly see the green husk. So the back is a green shape in the same outline.
Why is corn in a farm set?
Many farms grow corn and use it as animal feed – that's why it sits next to the hay bale and milk bottle in this farm series.
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: Maiskolben-Squishy.