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Paper Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

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Our adorable paper raccoon friend is the perfect craft project to recreate ANY day of the year!

Keep scrolling to find all the details below, as well as the FREE provided raccoon template to get you started on creating this adorable woodland animal art project within minutes!

Paper Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

Today’s latest paper kids craft idea from Glued To My Crafts is super easy and doubles as a sweet Chester keepsake idea that you could pair along with the book “The Kissing Hand.“

My personal favorite element of this raccoon craft is the fact that my paper raccoon friend has TWO handprint cutouts for his “black mask “. I mean – hello?! It doesn’t get any cuter than that!

Now friends – it’s time to cozy up inside and make plans to recreate this idea with your preschooler today. Remember – adults are ALWAYS welcomed to join in on the fun as well! So on that note, find all the details in our simple to follow tutorial below! Happy crafting, my friends!

Paper Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

This handprint raccoon craft is so simple to do and will turn out adorable. A great way to work on fine motor skills in kids!

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Directions:

  • First things first – print out ONE raccoon head printable per craft you want to make today.
  • Now go ahead and color in the design with your choice of craft medium.
  • When ready, trim out the decorated raccoon shape and discard the remaining paper.
  • Next up – the handprint “mask.” Out of the black cardstock paper, trace your child’s hands TWICE on it.
  • Now trim out the two handprint designs.
  • The last step for this paper raccoon craft will be to glue the two handprint cutouts {one on each side of his head, where the eyes are} in place.
  • Follow that up by adding on the two large wiggle eyes.
  • Add any other embellishments you see fit and display him proudly for ALL to see!
  • It’s your time to shine! Don’t forget to snap a few pictures of your paper and handprint cutout raccoon friend to share with us! #gluedtomycrafts
  • Pair your finished craft with our —> Cheerio Corn on the Cob Craft Idea

MAKE IT YOUR OWN TODAY – turn your finished piece into a raccoon puppet by hot gluing a jumbo popsicle stick to the back and holding it with your hand!

Paper Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

We have the BEST kids craft tutorials on the internet {if I do say so myself!}

So on that note, next stop is to check out our Popsicle Stick Farm Trucks, Paper Bag Zebra and Craft Stick Hedgehog craft posts that hundreds of people have been recreating this year!

All of which are instant creativity at your fingerprints and would pair nicely with today’s raccoon handprint paper craft idea!

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Paper Raccoon Craft Idea For Kids

Paper Raccoon Craft Idea

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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!