Celebrate in Style with These Fun End-of-Year Crowns
Inside: Celebrate your students with fun End of Year Crowns – Animal-Themed ! A creative, printable award activity perfect for Pre-K to 2nd grade.
The end of the school year is such a special time—full of excitement, pride, and a touch of nostalgia. Whether you teach Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, or 2nd Grade, celebrating your students’ accomplishments in a fun, meaningful way helps wrap up the year on a positive note.
If you’re looking for a cheerful and easy-to-prep end of year classroom activity, these Animal-Themed End of Year Crowns are the perfect choice! They’re simple to print, fun to decorate, and make every student feel recognized for their hard work and growth.
A Fun Twist on Traditional End-of-Year Awards
Instead of handing out certificates that might get lost in a backpack, why not celebrate with something students can wear proudly? These printable animal-themed crowns combine the excitement of a craft with the joy of an award ceremony.
Each crown features a unique animal and an encouraging phrase that highlights your students’ personalities and strengths—like:
- Brave Like a Lion
- Wise Owl Award
- Fast as a Cheetah
- Strong Like an Elephant
- Kind Like a Butterfly
There are 30 different designs included, so every student can have their own special crown.
What’s Included in the Printable Set
Here’s what makes this resource both adorable and teacher-friendly:
- 30 Unique Crown Designs: Each with a positive phrase celebrating character, effort, or fun traits.
- Headband Pieces: Matching back bands with cheerful sayings like “Mission Complete!” and “Adventure Awaits!”
- Black & White Versions: Perfect for coloring time! Let your students personalize their crowns before wearing them.
- Easy to Use: Just print, cut, and assemble. Staple or tape the headband pieces to fit each child’s head.
This activity makes a great craft and award all in one—and it’s a keepsake families love taking home.
How to Use the Animal-Themed Crowns in Your Classroom
Here are a few fun and creative ways to incorporate these crowns into your end-of-year celebrations :
End-of-Year Awards Ceremony
Host a mini celebration in your classroom! Present each child with their crown as you share a few kind words about their year. The crowns make a wonderful alternative (or addition) to traditional awards and can easily fit into any theme.
Photo Booth Fun
Set up a small photo area with a summer or adventure backdrop. Snap photos of your students wearing their crowns to include in memory books, slideshows, or end-of-year newsletters. Parents love seeing their children’s proud smiles!
Memory Book Activity
Have students wear their crowns while completing end-of-year reflection pages or memory book prompts. It adds an extra layer of fun and helps make the activity feel like a celebration.
Coloring & Decorating Station
If you print the black-and-white versions, let students color and decorate their crowns with markers, crayons, or stickers. It’s a calm, creative activity for those final busy days of school.
Summer Send-Off Party
Pair the crowns with popsicles, music, and a quick classroom dance party. It’s a simple, joy-filled way to end the year and celebrate your students’ accomplishments together.
Why Teachers and Students Love This Resource
Teachers love these End of Year Animal Crowns because they’re fun, fast, and flexible. You can prep them in minutes, yet they create a lasting memory for your students.
They’re also:
- Confidence-Boosting: Each child gets to feel proud and recognized.
- Low-Prep: Just print and go!
- Classroom-Ready: Great for quick celebrations or planned awards days.
- Customizable: Students can color and decorate their own crowns to make them unique.
The Perfect Keepsake for Young Learners
You’ll love how excited your students are to wear their crowns—and how adorable your classroom photos turn out! They’re perfect for memory books, bulletin boards, or take-home keepsakes that families will treasure.
Whether you use them for your official End of Year Awards Day, a classroom party, or a fun Friday celebration, these crowns add a festive touch that makes every student feel special.
So if you’re planning your end of year activities and want something creative, simple, and full of smiles, these Animal-Themed End of Year Crowns are just what you need to finish the year on a high note.
End of Year Animal-Themed Crowns | Printable Awards for Pre-K to 2nd Grade
Celebrate the end of the school year with these fun and festive Animal-Themed End of Year Crowns! Perfect for Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade, this printable set is a fantastic way to recognize your students’ hard work and send them into summer with a smile.
Printing and Paper Recommendations
For the best experience with this printable, I recommend using a high-quality, smooth white paper. Since students will be writing, coloring, and working directly on the pages, paper that handles pencil, crayon, and marker well makes a big difference.
Standard copy paper works just fine for most home and classroom use, but if you want crisper results—especially for coloring pages or detailed activities—consider a slightly heavier weight paper (24–28 lb). This helps prevent bleed-through and gives a sturdier feel for little hands.
Print only the pages you need, and feel free to reprint favorites throughout the year for review, early finishers, or extra practice!
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