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Handprint Dinosaur

Learn how to make a cute painted dinosaur with a kids' handprint! Children will have fun with this project.
Course Kids Crafts
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Dry Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 1 dinosaur
Cost $1

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Construction paper
  • Craft paint colors of your choice
  • Marker black

Instructions

  • Pour some paint onto a palette or paper plate.
    paint sitting on a paper plate
  • Using a paintbrush, apply a generous amount of paint to the palm and fingers of one hand. Make sure to cover the whole area well.
    Paint Hand
  • Press the painted hand onto the paper, fingers spread out, with the fingers facing down. Press firmly to ensure a clear print.
    yellow handprint on pink paper
  • Once the handprint is dry, use a paintbrush to add details like spikes and a tail.
    adding a tail to the handprint
  • Use the marker to draw the face at the end of the thumbprint. Paint in fun background details, like blades of grass. Let dry completely before displaying.
    Paint Grass