Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal

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This is the perfect little journal to take out on an adventure for kids explorer! Simple print out from a single piece of 8 1/2 by 11 paper paper, snip and fold for a little journal that is perfect for taking notes and sketching.

the Kids Explorer Journal tutorial

a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Step 1 – Print the Free Template

printing the template. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Start by printing the free PDF file (get that here).

Step 2 – Fold the Page Lengthwise

folding the template. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Fold the printed page in half along the long side, with the pictures facing up. We are going to keep folding before cutting the Kids Explorer Journal template!

Step 3 – Make the Second Fold

making another fold

Unfold, then fold the page in half widthwise, again keeping the pictures facing up and the blank sides together.

Step 4 – Fold the Top and Bottom Panels

folding the top and bottom panels. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Unfold again. Using the printed lines as your guide, fold the top and bottom quarters of the paper inward widthwise.

Step 5 – Cut the Center Opening

cutting the center opening. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Fold the paper in half widthwise one more time. Use the dashed line as a guide and cut a slit along the fold.

Step 6 – Shape Your Kids Explorer Journal

shaping up the journal

Unfold the paper, then gently push the center to form a cross shape. The folds will begin to pop into place.

Step 7 – Finish and Fold Into a Booklet

folding into a booklet. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Fold your Kids Explorer Journal into its final shape with the cover facing out — and you’re ready for adventure!

finished explorer journal. a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun
a Free Printable Kids Explorer Journal, perfect for parties, summer play time, and kid explorers, made with free template and step by step tutorial, from fleece fun

Download the free Printable Below:

Click on photo below and fill up the form to download the free printable. You’ll then have the .jpg file on your computer to print! For personal use only, not for sale or mass distribution.  This is on “loan” only you have no rights to resell or distribute this artwork.

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