Printable Flying Paper Bird

Get ready to launch some fun! This colorful flying bird craft is easy to make and exciting to play with. Just download the printable template, cut it out, fold along the lines, and use a rubber band to send your paper bird soaring through the air.

It’s the perfect hands-on STEM project that blends art, physics, and play—great for curious kids who love to build, create, and explore how things fly!

flying bird with rubberband launcher — Printable flying bird craft for kids – colorful STEM activity with rubber band launcher

Printable Flying Paper Bird

Download and print the flying paper bird in color on white cardstock. Different weight of paper can be used. We used cardstock to make sure it was heavy enough to withstand the pull of the rubber band launcher without tearing the paper. Cut out the bird.

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Follow assembly directions on and around the bird. Begin by folding the bird in half. Next comes the tricky part. Use fold lines on wings to fold up to the beak, while also gently folding bird in half. The picture below will show you how it should look.

Next, fold the wings down. Wings can be adjusted through trial for optimum flying. Flaps can even be cut into the back of the wings.

Rubber Band Launcher

You will need a paper clip, tape, and a rubber band to make the rubber band launcher. Fold the end of a paper clip down.

Push the bent end of the paper clip through the card-stock near the beak. Changing the placement of the paperclip is another way to adjust the way the paper bird will fly. Securely tape the paper clip in place.

The paper clip should slip out the bottom and be angled towards the back of the bird.

The paperclip creates a hook for launching the paper bird into the air.

Place a rubber band between the legs of a chair. Place the hook of the rubber band. Pull the bird back and then let it go!

This simple flying parrot is perfect for kids who love things that soar! Want a craft to go along with the movie The Wild Life? Turn Mak the parrot into your own flying paper bird and let the adventures take off!

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