Sun Handprint Craft

Who says sunshine only comes from the sky? Around here, we make our own sunshine…complete with handprint rays, paper sunglasses, and a smile that screams “summer’s here!”
Whether you're diving into a weather unit, decorating the fridge for summer break, or just trying to keep little hands busy, this sun handprint craft is the perfect combo of creativity, fine motor fun, and serious cool-factor.
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What You'll Need for This Handprint Sun Craft
How to Make a Sun Handprint Craft

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies: colored construction paper, scissors, glue stick, pencil, and a black marker.

Step 2: Cut Out the Pieces
Trace your child’s hand on yellow paper and carefully cut it out. This will be the sun’s face.
Fold an orange sheet of construction paper and cut out a large starburst shape for the sun’s rays.
From black paper, cut out a pair of sunglasses: two roundish squares connected by a thin strip, plus two side arms.

Step 3: Add the Sunglasses
Glue the sunglasses onto the yellow handprint just above the palm area.

Step 4: Draw a Smile
Use a black marker to draw a simple smile beneath the sunglasses.

Step 5: Add the Rays
Glue the handprint onto the center of the orange sunburst background.
All done!
Your smiling sun is ready to shine!

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