Headed to the farm for a field trip? If so, this handprint chicken craft is the perfect activity to do before or after!
It’s an easy farm animal craft for kids that requires no special supplies. All you need is paper, glue, and scissors, and you’re all set!
Be sure to download the free printable template to simplify this activity. It’s great to make with preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children. Watch our quick video below to see how we made this little chicken!
Paper Chicken Craft
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Supplies
- Colored cardstock
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Chicken template (click the “click here to get this freebie” image at the end to open the form)
Directions
Let’s get started! First, you’ll need to download the adorable chicken template. Once you have it, print it out and help your child to carefully cut out the pieces you’ll be using.
Now, it’s time to create a little keepsake. Guide your child to trace their hand onto the paper. Then, together, cut out the handprint. This will be the chicken’s body – how exciting!
Next up, the chicken’s head needs a comb! Help your child pick up the comb piece and glue it to the top and back of the chicken’s head. It’s starting to come together!
Every chicken needs an eye to see. Let your child place the eye near the right side of the head and secure it with a dab of glue.
Now, for the wattle – that’s the red bit that hangs under the beak. Guide your child to position it near the eye and glue it in place. Right after, let’s attach the beak on top of the wattle.
It’s time to bring our chicken to life! Place the handprint with the thumb pointed up and the fingers pointing to the left. Let your child glue the head to the thumb. Look at that, it’s almost a chicken now!
We’re nearly there! Help your child glue the legs to the bottom and back of the handprint. Our chicken is now ready to strut!
Look at what you and your child created together! Isn’t that the cutest handprint chicken?
Is your kid eager to dive into more DIY adventures? Explore our array of handprint crafts! These are designed to nurture your child’s fine motor skills while sparking creativity.
Farm Ideas For Kids
Looking for exciting farm-themed activities to engage and educate your kids? You’re in for a treat!
Our collection of farm ideas is brimming with fun and educational experiences that bring the charm of farm life right into your home. Browse through all of our farm-themed books, delightful animal crafts, and engaging educational printables designed to spark curiosity and creativity in your little ones.
Keep reading to explore our top picks for farm-inspired adventures!
Farm Children’s Books
Reading can be an excellent way for kids to expand their minds and explore the world around them. It helps children learn new words, build vocabulary, and understand different ways of life. Reading can even encourage kids to discover new interests or hobbies!
We have listed some of our favorite farm children’s books below – they’ll no doubt provide hours of fun and learning!
Mr.s Wishy-Washy’s Farm is a classic farm animal books for kids. In this story, the animals revolt against Mrs. Wishy-Washy’s baths and leave the farm. You have to read the story to find out what crazy shenanigans the animals run into after they leave the farm!
Little Blue Truck is one of the most popular books in our house. The cool illustrations and rhyming words really make this story fun to read. And with a whole series after this one, kids love getting to know the characters more and more!
The Cow Said Neigh! is a fun and silly book about farm animals who wish they were another farm animal. Kids will enjoy the rhyming and learn that each of us (animals included) has strengths we should embrace.
Kids’ Farm Animal Crafts
Making something can be incredibly rewarding for kids as they see their projects come to life! Here are some fun farm animal ideas for your kids to try.
Horse Handprint Craft: Have your kids make a handprint horse for a sweet memento of their time on the farm. Kids will love getting creative and using their own hands to create a sweet little horse! Your little ones will be proud to share their hoof-tastic masterpiece with all their friends and family.
Paper Plate Pig Craft: Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time with this paper plate pig activity! Kids will love getting creative while arranging their pig’s features. Just get ready for their squeals of delight when they show off their piggy pal! This is a great way to bring the farm into your classroom or home.
Cow Paper Bag Puppet: Moo-ve over, this cow puppet is ready to take center stage! Your kids can quickly work on this craft with our free downloadable PDF. They’ll love decorating the cow and putting on shows with it. This idea will surely be a hit among all your little farmers!
Sheep Headband Craft: Get your kids ready for farmyard fun with our easy sheep project. Your little lambs will have a blast wearing their headbands and acting out some farm role-play. They’ll just love playing and pretending to be their favorite farm animal!
Kids’ Farm Activities
Farm Animal Printables: This activity will help your kids learn while having fun! The printable pack includes various activities, each focused on a different farm theme.
From learning about the chicken life cycle to playing with our colorful flashcards – your kids will love this printable pack!
Farm Color By Numbers: With these worksheets, your kids’ coloring skills meet education! This activity is perfect for helping kids develop their fine motor skills and practice counting and recognizing numbers. With every space they color in, your little ones will make their own farm picture come to life!
Farm Animal Coloring Pages: This activity will keep your kids busy for hours! Coloring pages are a great way for them to practice coloring within the lines, work on color matching, and develop their hand-eye coordination. Who knew that coloring farm animals could be so beneficial?
Farm Theme Small World Play: For kids who love sensory play, our farm theme small world is a perfect fit! Sensory bins encourage children to explore their senses and discover new materials.
This activity, filled with different textures and sweet farm animals, will give your little farmers hours of fun and exploration!
Fun Farm Finds
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More Farm Ideas For Kids
Handprint Chicken Craft For Kids
This cute handprint chicken is a fun farm animal craft for kids. It's great for springtime!
Materials
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Chicken template
Instructions
- Download the chicken template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Trace your child's hand onto the paper and cut the handprint out.
- Take the comb and glue it to the top and back of the chicken's head.
- Place the eye near the right side of the head and glue it in place.
- Position the wattle near the eye and glue it in place. Next, glue the beak on the top of the wattle.
- Place the handprint with the thumb pointed up and the fingers pointing to the left. Glue the head to the thumb.
- Finish it off by gluing the legs to the bottom and back of the handprint.
Free Chicken Craft Template
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Guri
Tuesday 26th of March 2024
Would love to do this!
Sam
Tuesday 26th of March 2024
Of course! All you need to do is click the “Click Here To Get Your Freebie” image at the end of the post and then enter your email in the form Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.
Connie Sicat
Thursday 8th of February 2024
nice arts and crafts for kids
Sam
Friday 9th of February 2024
Thank you!
Syakirah
Friday 6th of October 2023
thankyou so much! your great idea really helpfull
Sam
Monday 9th of October 2023
Oh, yay! I'm so glad you can use it!
Casey Millar
Monday 28th of August 2023
Would love to have this template for my essential academics kiddos
Sam
Monday 28th of August 2023
Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you.
Luciana
Friday 28th of July 2023
Hi! I loved the idea. Can you send me the link for the template? Regards from Argentina.
Sam
Monday 31st of July 2023
Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you. Once you've been confirmed as an email subscriber (by clicking the link in the first email), you simply enter your email in any of the forms and it'll automatically redirect you to the download page.