Last Updated on May 28, 2026 by Amanda Leemis
Celebrate the 4th of July with this adorable Free Eagle Craft for Preschool! This patriotic preschool craft is perfect for little ones learning about Independence Day, American symbols, and summer celebrations. With easy-to-use printable eagle templates, preschoolers can practice cutting, gluing, coloring, and fine motor skills while creating their very own bald eagle craft. Head to our Summer Learning Hub for all of your summer learning needs!
4th of July Eagle Craft for Pre-K
Materials Needed: cardstock paper, markers, brown tissue paper squares, glue stick, scissors, paper plate, free cutouts
Step 1: Print your free eagle cutouts onto cardstock paper. Next, use your scissors to cut out the pieces. Be sure to check out our Animal Learning Hub for tons of great animal crafts!
Step 2: Use markers or crayons to color in your eagle craft pieces. Next, use scissors to cut your paper plate in half. Be sure to print your Summer Worksheets and Statue of Liberty Shape Search for two great July themes!
Step 3: Use a glue stick to paste your brown tissue paper squares to the paper plate. Be sure to add any finishing touch you like! I added a touch of glitter to my eagle’s wings! You can visit our full 4th of July Preschool Activities Hub for even more patriotic crafts, printables, and summer learning ideas for little ones.
4th of July Craft for Kids!
You eagle craft is complete! Be sure to hang your eagle somewhere that needs a bit of American cheer! Pair this patriotic eagle craft with more fun 4th of July activities for preschoolers! Be sure to explore Hollydog’s Star Worksheets for Preschool, Fingerprint Star Craft, and 4th of July Wreath Craft to continue building fine motor skills, shape recognition, creativity, and early learning through festive red, white, and blue fun.
The Best 4th of July Books for Preschool
Check out some great books to go along with your fingerprint star craft! Read A is for America, F is for Flag, and My Fourth of July. Reading with your little ones is a great way to boost vocabulary skills, discover potential interests, and build a social bond.
Facts About the Bald Eagle: America’s Official Bird
- 🦅 The bald eagle is the national bird and symbol of the United States!
- Bald eagles are not really bald — their heads are covered with bright white feathers.
- Bald eagles have amazing eyesight and can spot fish from far away in the water.
- A baby bald eagle is called an eaglet.
- Bald eagles are symbols of freedom, strength, and independence in America.