Cute Cat Pencil Topper Craft for Kids to Make

Add an adorable cat to the top of your pencil and make homework fun! This super cute cat craft for kids comes with a free printable template for the cat’s body.

Looking for an easy cat craft that’s fun, budget-friendly, and perfect for kids of all ages? This foam cat pencil topper is a delightful way to combine creativity, fine motor skills practice, and pretend play all in one! Whether you’re crafting for Halloween, a classroom party, or just a cat theme afternoon at home, this is one of those adorable crafts that’s always a hit with little hands.

Kids can personalize their cats with fun colors and decorations, so each topper is one of a kind!

Directions

1. Cut Out the Cat

Start by printing and cutting out the cat body template. Fold the body in half, then make two small slits (about ½ inch) near the center. This is where the pencil will slide through—no need to cut too much!

Use colorful foam scraps to cut out your cat’s features. At a minimum, you’ll want two ears and a nose, but kids can let their imaginations run wild. Try adding paws, tails, whiskers, bow ties, stripes, or even tiny hats!

2. Decorate and Glue

Glue all of your pieces onto the foam cat body. Just be sure to leave the center slit area clear so the pencil can fit later.

Glue Tip: Regular glue or glue sticks work fine, but they’ll need time to dry. For faster results and better hold, hot glue is a great option. Just make sure you’ve got adult supervision!

3. Add the Pencil

Once the glue is fully dry (this is key!), gently slide the pencil through the slits in the middle. Your cat topper is ready to go!