If I Were a Bear Craft Activity

Get your students excited about writing with this adorable If I Were a Bear Craftivity! This no-prep bear writing craft is perfect for fall, hibernation units, or animal-themed lessons. With easy-to-cut templates and lined writing pages, it’s great for K-2 students to practice creative writing and fine motor skills. Display your students’ work in the hallway or on bulletin boards for an engaging and educational classroom decoration!

What’s included in this pdf:

• A photograph of the craft activity
• Step-by-step directions
• Templates that can be copied directly onto colored cardstock or construction paper and then cut out by students. 
• Labeled templates that can be xeroxed onto cardstock, cut by the teacher, and then traced onto colored paper and cut by students. Labels will include the name of the pattern, the color to use, and how many of each pattern to cut (Ex: Body Cut 1 Red).

Writing prompts included:

• If I were a bear… (single lined)
• Bears are… (single lined)
• Facts About Bears (single lined)
• I like bears because… (single lined)
• If I were on a picnic with a bear, I would… (single lined)
• All About My Teddy Bear (single lined)

Here are some fun ways to use the craft:

• study on the letter b
• practicing fine motor skills
• bulletin boards
• door and hallway decorations
• small group station
• pair it with a worksheet, activity, or book
• reward or class party