Looking for a fun, hands-on way to teach your kids about the parts of the brain? This Build a Brain Hat free printable is the perfect blend of crafting and learning! Whether you’re homeschooling, supporting classroom topics, or just exploring human anatomy with your curious child, this printable brain hat makes the science of the brain accessible, interactive, and fun.
What Is a Brain Hat?
A brain hat is a simple paper craft that kids can colour, cut out, and assemble into a wearable hat. But this is more than just a craft project – it’s a creative educational tool that helps children visualise and learn the major parts of the brain. Once assembled, your child will proudly wear their labelled brain hat and likely want to share all the fascinating facts they’ve learned.
What’s Included in the Free Printable?
The printable pack includes:
- A labelled diagram of the brain from different views (side and top)
- Clear lines for cutting and assembling the pieces
- Space to colour and personalise each section
- Labels for key brain parts such as:
- Frontal Lobe
- Parietal Lobe
- Occipital Lobe
- Limbic Lobe
- Thalamus
- Hypothalamus
- Cerebellum
- Medulla Oblongata
- Pons
- Corpus Callosum
- And more!
Perfect for children aged 6+, the activity promotes both fine motor skills and scientific knowledge in a way that sticks – literally and figuratively!
How to Use the Brain Hat Printable
- Download and print the free template (link below).
- Let your child colour in the brain using crayons, pencils, or markers.
- Carefully cut out the brain sections along the dotted lines.
- Assemble the pieces into a hat using glue or tape (instructions included).
- Pop it on your child’s head and explore the different parts together!
Top Tip: Use this activity alongside a human anatomy book or video to bring the topic to life even more.
Why We Love It
- ✅ Engages visual and kinesthetic learners
- ✅ Encourages independent learning and curiosity
- ✅ Adds a creative twist to science lessons
- ✅ Makes a fun rainy day or classroom activity
- ✅ Great for school science weeks or themed units on the human body
Download Your Free Brain Hat Printable
Ready to get started? Click the link below to download your FREE Build a Brain Hat printable PDF:
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All you need to do is add click on add to cart and the free printable Build a Brain Hat pages will be added to your shopping cart. When you are finished click on the orange cart menu at the top right of your page and follow the instructions on the screen. You will not be charged and the free pdf file will be available for you to download immediately and will also be emailed to your inbox.
Note: If you’re using this in a group setting like a classroom, make sure to print enough copies for everyone!
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If your child builds this brain hat, we’d love to see it! Share a photo on Instagram and tag @muminthemadhouse or pin it on Pinterest here.
Let’s make learning hands-on, creative, and fun!
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I always print my printables directly onto 160 gsm cardstock using my Epson Ecotank Printer rather than regular paper, this way they are a little more durable and the pens do not bleed through to the other side. However, if you do not have a home printer then just pop to a library and use theirs.
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