Hi friends!!! Although EVERY day should be a celebration of our beautiful planet, it’s widely celebrated on April 22nd, every year. Not many people know {or celebrate it} but it’s a day to honor the Earth and demonstrate support for environmental protection.

To celebrate the annual event, today I’m sharing a sweet Earth Day Handprint Keepsake Idea that is simply perfect to explain to children how they can make a difference in loving our planet earth PLUS it’s an awesome piece to keep for years to come as well!

Just follow our step-by-step tutorial and snag the FREE PRINTABLE as well below! Happy crafting and celebrating our planet, my friends!!!

Supplies:

* Free Template Printable {Download HERE}
* White Cardstock
* Color Printer
* Paint {pick a theme, a favorite color – whatever your heart desires!}
* Paper Plate
* Paint Brush
* Baby Wipes

Directions:

* First download and print the free template printable on white cardstock.
* Squirt some paint on a paper plate.
* Paint one of your child’s hands and press it on the printable, next to the earth shape to represent them HUGGING the planet. Repeat for the other hand/other side. Once done, set aside to let it dry completely.
* If desired, add other embellishments you see fit. Then display/gift proudly!

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Looking for even more kid friendly ideas to celebrate Earth Day with? Check out these ideas using recycled materials:
Pom Pom Matching Game
Egg Carton Bells
Egg Carton Caterpillar
Egg Carton Flowers
Recycled Crayons
Water Bottle Rocket
Celery Print Gift Bags
Toilet Paper Roll Painting