Handprint Giraffe – Zoo Inspired Paper Kid Craft Idea

So who has been watching the giraffe baby watch feed?! Admit it – you are right there with me, waiting for April to have her baby. Am I right? It’s sooooo fun to watch. I seriously can’t wait till she has it.

Anyways – I was “slightly” inspired by April the giraffe and that’s what brought me to sharing today’s Paper Handprint Giraffe kid craft idea! One thing led to another and we had a great handprint paper piece that look exactly like a giraffe!

It’s simply perfect for a zoo themed lesson plan in the classroom or a circus theme at home! Not to mention – it’s also a great keepsake for parents, as well!!!

Ready to make it happen in your home? You can find all simple details in the FULL tutorial below! You just need paper to make it happen!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! Please don’t forget to share pictures of your finished paper giraffe handprint keepsake with us on our Facebook page! #gluedtomycrafts

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Paper Handprint Giraffe Supplies:

* Yellow/Black/Brown Cardstock Paper
* Marker or Pencil
* Basic Paper Craft Scissors
* Basic School Glue
* Large Wiggle Eyes {two per giraffe craft}

Directions:

* First grab your yellow cardstock paper.
* Trace your child’s hand and arm on the yellow cardstock paper.
* Have them lift up their hand.
* Now trim out the traced design and discard the leftover yellow cardstock paper.
* Next grab your black cardstock paper.
* Cut out TWO large black circles that will be placed on the “horns” of the giraffe.
* Go ahead and glue them to the tips of TWO of the fingers in the cutout.
* Now grab your brown cardstock paper.
* Cut out several small circles from it {as many or as little as you like!}
* Now glue those all over the handprint paper cutout.
* Finish off the Handprint Paper Giraffe craft by drawing on a face and adding some wiggle eyes for it to see!
* Then set in an undisturbed area for it to dry completely, before displaying proudly!!!
* Don’t forget to snap a few pictures to share with us! #gluedtomycrafts

Do you love our Handprint Paper Giraffe craft idea? Then be sure to also check out our Paper Plate Circus Elephant post and pair it with today’s unique idea!