Attach a pin to this leprechaun puppet and wear it like a badge on St. Patrick's Day.

Some parts of this puppet can be quite tricky so you might need an adult to help you.

Print the template opposite onto thick paper or card.

Step 1.

Print out the template onto thick paper or card.

Colour the pieces and carefully cut them out.

Don't forget to ask an adult for help when using scissors!

Step 2.

Fasten the arms and leg pieces to the back of the body using split pins.

Step 3.

Thread cotton or string through the smaller holes in the arms and leg pieces like this.

Tie another piece of string or cotton down the middle of the puppet like this, making sure you tie it to the horizontal strings.

Thread cotton or string through the smaller holes in the arms and leg peices like this.

And that's it!

Pull on the string to make your leprechaun jump and dance.

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