Handprint Mothers Day Craft
Engage your kids in some fun Mother’s Day activities for preschoolers with this adorable handprint Mothers Day craft that’s sure to become a treasured keepsake for moms, grandmas, and aunts for years to come!
This is a perfect project for young children who love getting creative and making gifts for the special women in their lives. The best part? It’s simple enough for little hands to complete yet personalized enough to make each gift one-of-a-kind.
So gather your supplies and get ready to craft a heartfelt Mother’s Day masterpiece!
Crafting with preschoolers is a messy and magical experience. It’s about embracing the chaos of spilled paint and scattered glitter, all for the joy of creation.
These little artists are fueled by exploration and experimentation, focusing less on the finished product and more on the process. Let them squish, pour, and snip to their hearts’ content.
You’ll be surprised by their unique masterpieces and the developmental benefits that come along with the fun!
Handprint Mothers Day Craft
Looking for a heartwarming and easy Mother’s Day craft to create with your little one? This handprint keepsake is the perfect way to celebrate Mom (or Grandma, or an aunt!).
Not only is it a fun activity for preschoolers, but it’s also sure to become a treasured gift that will be cherished for years. Let’s get started and make something special together!
What You’ll Need
- Paint Sticks
- Scissors
- Paintbrush
- Red, White, Dark & Light Green Paint
- Popsicle Sticks
- Hot Glue
Mother’s Day Handprint Craft
Begin by placing eight paint sticks in a row. Push them together as closely as possible. Use two paint sticks on the top and bottom to get them even.
Glue popsicle sticks at the top, bottom and in the middle. You’ll have to cut a small piece of a popsicle stick to secure the top and bottom. This will keep your paint sticks together and sturdy.
Turn your paint sticks over and paint the entire front white. Allow your sticks to dry completely. Add a second coat if needed so the wood doesn’t show through.
Use a paintbrush to coat your child’s hand in red paint. Don’t use so much paint that it’s dripping, but use enough that you’ll get a good print.
Gently guide your child’s hand to one side of your paint stick canvas towards the middle and firmly press down. Lift your child’s hand up immediately to prevent smearing the paint.
Don’t rinse off the red paint! Use some white paint and mix it around with the rest of the red paint on your child’s hand to create a pink handprint. Follow the steps above. Place the pink handprint next to the red handprint.
Rinse your child’s hand off thoroughly. Use a paintbrush to coat your child’s fingers (not thumb) in the light green paint.
Have your child press their fingers across the bottom of your paint stick canvas to create grass. Repeat these steps with the dark green paint.
Paint stems on your flowers, and let your child use their thumbprints to create leaves.
Allow your child to write a message across the top with a permanent marker. Your paint stick canvas is finished and ready to be given as a beautiful gift!
Mother’s Day Books for Preschoolers
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the special moms in our lives. Curling up with a heartwarming book together is a wonderful way for children of all ages to express their love and appreciation.
These stories explore the unique bond between mother and child, offering a chance to snuggle up, share a giggle, or maybe even shed a happy tear.
Whether you’re looking for a sweet and sentimental story or a funny and heartwarming adventure, a perfect Mother’s Day book is waiting to be discovered!
In The Berenstain Bears Mother’s Day Blessings, Mama Bear is the heart of the family, and Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear want to do something special for her. They attend church with Papa, where the message focuses on the importance of mothers. As the cubs see other moms working on Mother’s Day, they realize the many ways mothers contribute to their families and communities.
In Llama Llama Mother’s Day Present, it’s Mother’s Day, and Llama Llama is determined to find the perfect gift for his mama. He searches high and low, wanting to express his love and appreciation specially. Will Llama Llama be able to find the perfect present to show his mama just how much he cares?
In the silly story What Not to Give Your Mom on Mother’s Day, a young boy offers hilarious (and not-so-great) gift ideas for Mom, like a squirming bucket of worms or a prickly pile of sticks. But fear not! The book also reminds readers that the most treasured gifts for Mom are those that come straight from the heart.
We hope you enjoyed these ideas for making Mother’s Day special! From creating a cherished keepsake with the Handprint Mother’s Day Craft to discovering the perfect story in our Mother’s Day Books for Kids section, there are countless ways to show the moms in your life how much you care. So grab your little ones, get creative, and make this Mother’s Day one to remember!
Handprint Mother's Day Craft
This craft uses a child's handprint to create a sweet Mother's Day keepsake. It's perfect for preschoolers and requires paint, paint sticks, and popsicle sticks.
Materials
- Paint Sticks
- Paint: red, white, dark green, and light green
- Popsicle sticks
- Popsicle sticks
Tools
- Scissors
- Scissors
- Paintbrush
- Paintbrush
- Hot glue (adult use only)
- Hot glue (adult use only)
Instructions
- Make the frame: Line up 8 paint sticks close together. Use 2 on top and bottom to create a straight edge. Glue popsicle sticks across the top, bottom, and middle (you might need to cut a small piece for the top/bottom). This keeps everything sturdy.
- Paint the frame: Flip the paint sticks over and paint them white with a brush. Add a second coat to cover the wood fully. Let it dry completely.
- Create the handprints: Paint your child's hand red (not too much paint!). Gently press it onto one side of the paint stick frame. Lift their hand straight up to avoid smudging.
- Pink Handprint: Mix a little white paint into the remaining red paint on your child's hand. Make a pink handprint next to the red one. Wash their hand.
- Grass and Flowers: Paint fingers (not thumb) light green. Press them across the bottom for grass. Repeat with dark green paint.
- Finishing Touches: Paint flower stems. Use your child's thumbprints for leaves. Let them write a message with a permanent marker on the top. Your masterpiece is complete!
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.
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