Lion Handprint Craft
Some days you just need a craft that’s fun, fast, and doesn’t end with glitter in your eyebrows. Enter: the lion handprint craft! It’s bold, it’s bright, and best of all, it’s made with just a few sheets of paper and your kiddo’s adorable little hand.
Whether you’re exploring a zoo theme, diving into jungle animals, or simply need a screen-free activity that actually holds their attention (for more than six minutes), this lion is a winner.
And let’s be honest…who doesn’t want a fridge full of smiley jungle royalty?
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What You'll Need for This Handprint Lion Craft
How to Make a Roaringly Cute Handprint Lion
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies.
Step 2: Cut Out the Pieces
Start by tracing a hand onto yellow construction paper and cut it out. This will be your lion’s face.
Cut a large wavy circle from orange construction paper to create the lion’s mane.
Cut two small white circles for the eyes.
Step 3: Glue On the Eyes
Glue the two white circles onto the palm area of the handprint.
Step 4: Draw the Face
Use a black marker to draw pupils inside the white circles.
Draw a rounded black triangle for the nose and add a smile underneath it.
Step 5: Add Whisker Spots and the Mane
Add dots on either side of the nose for whisker spots.
Glue the handprint (fingers up) onto the center of the orange mane.
All done!
Your fierce and friendly lion is ready to roar!
We'd love to see yours! Snap a photo and share it in the comments.
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