A simple Christmas themed kid craft idea that goes along perfectly with a classic story everyone knows!!! This Handprint Grinch Puppet idea is super easy and sure to melt some hearts as well!!!

“Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot . . . but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville, did NOT!” Not since “’Twas the night before Christmas” has the beginning of a Christmas tale been so instantly recognizable. No holiday season is complete without the Grinch, Max, Cindy-Lou, and all the residents of Who-ville, in this heartwarming story about the effects of the Christmas spirit on even the smallest and coldest of hearts. Like mistletoe, candy canes, and caroling, the Grinch is a mainstay of the holidays, and his story is the perfect gift for young and old.

With today’s crafty idea your child can have fun pretend playing while you read the beloved story “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” {affiliate link} together. So what are you waiting for? Gather those craft supplies and make some awesome memories this holiday season!!!

Supplies:

* Red/Green/Yellow Cardstock
* Black Marker
* Scissors
* School Glue
* Jumbo Popsicle Stick
* Cotton Balls
optional – embellishments like glitter, rhinestones, sequins

Directions:

* First trace your child’s hand on the green cardstock. Repeat for each puppet you want to make {one handprint per puppet}
* Trim it out with scissors.
* Now it’s time for the embellishments! Go ahead and cut out some eyes & a simple Santa hat from the remaining cardstock. Go ahead and glue those to the handprint cutout piece, as well as drawing a mouth & nose with the black marker on.
* To finish off the Handprint Grinch Puppet -glue your jumbo popsicle stick to the back of your cardstock piece for easy for puppet play. Finish off with the cotton ball embellishments and set it all aside to let it dry completely before the show!

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