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Popsicle Father’s Day Card For Kids [Free Template]

Dads are such special people! They teach their kids valuable life lessons, play with them, and spend quality time with them. Don’t let this Father’s Day go by without letting him know how much he means to the family!

Kids can get crafty and make sure their dad knows he’s the coolest with our popsicle Father’s Day card. With this craft, kids will make a popsicle with plenty of room on the inside of the card to write a message like, “You’re the coolest Pop!”

Also, be sure to check out all of our Father’s Day crafts for kids for more ideas of what to make Dad!

Fathers Day Handmade Card

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This craft is totally customizable, so kids can choose their favorite colors and write a sweet note to Dad that he’ll cherish.

Download our free template and check out our step-by-step instructions below to see how easily this cute popsicle craft comes together.

Supplies

  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Crayons or markers (if using the color in version)
  • Popsicle template (enter your email in the form to get the template)
color cut and paste Father's Day popsicle stick craft

Directions

Download the popsicle template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Fold the popsicle card base in half along the dashed lines and cut it out, leaving the left side uncut.

Start by gluing the eyes below the eyebrows.

hands gluing eyes onto popsicle

Next, glue the bottom of the popsicle to the bottom of the card base.

hands gluing bottom part of popsicle

Place the popsicle shadows in the middle of the body and glue them in place.

hands gluing popsicle parts onto main body

Take the popsicle stick piece and glue it to the back and bottom of the card.

hands gluing popsicle stick onto popsicle

Open up the card and write a special message inside!

hands using black marker to write note

If your kids love this craft, have them make one of our other homemade card crafts!

hand holding popsicle stick Father's Day craft with another example in the background

Father’s Day Ideas For Kids

Father’s Day is a great time for kids to show their dad how much they love and appreciate all he does. If you’re looking for some fun and engaging Father’s Day ideas, you’ve come to the right place.

Kids will be excited to do any of these crafts and activities and will be proud to show their work off to their dads.

He’s sure to love any project made for him on his special day. Keep reading below to find the perfect kid friendly activity to do with or for Dad.

Father’s Day Books For Kids

As a parent, we all want the best for our children, and in order to give them a good start in life, it’s essential to help them develop strong reading skills. Reading books to your kids is one of the most effective ways to achieve this.

It not only helps them improve their vocabulary, but it also stimulates their imagination and encourages their curiosity.

By engaging in stories, kids can learn valuable life lessons and stretch their minds to explore new ideas. Plus, the quality time spent reading with you instills the importance of a lifetime love of literature!

Made For Me – In the sweet children’s book Made For Me, Dad and his child are inseparable. They have so much fun together! Dad is always there for his little one, whether it’s playing ball, reading stories, or just giving big hugs. This special bond between father and child is truly beautiful. Made For Me is a heartwarming story that will fill readers of all ages with love and happiness.

I Love You, Daddy – This is an adorable children’s book about a Little Bear and his Daddy Bear. The cute story follows Little Bear as he goes about his day, doing things that Daddy Bear says he’s ready to try. At the end of the day, they snuggle up together and say goodnight. The book is a sweet and encouraging story for dads and their little ones. It’s sure to bring a smile to any reader’s face.

Just Me And My Dad – This is a cute children’s book about a young boy and his father going camping. The classic illustrations are fun and the story is simple but sweet. The book follows the boy as he and his dad set up camp, fish in the stream, tell ghost stories, and enjoy each other’s company out in nature.

two examples of finished popsicle stick father's day craft

Father’s Day Crafts For Kids

Use the opportunity this Father’s Day to get kids crafting and make something personalized for Dad. While they’re busy making something unique to present him on Father’s Day, kids are also building up essential skills.

They’re able to improve their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and overcome obstacles. This fun and creative outlet is a great way for kids to show off their artistic abilities and practice developmental skills at the same time. Try some of our favorites below to get kids started crafting.

3D Father’s Day Card – Celebrate the dapper dad with this cute and stylish card. Kids will make a card dressed to the nines in a sweater and bowtie, and finish it off on the inside with a personalized message.

Turtle Father’s Day Card Craft – Crush and Squirt are a great father/son duo, so this craft is perfect for the duo in your life. Kids will have a blast creating their own turtle and sending a message to Dad that he’s “turtley” awesome!

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Rocket Father’s Day Card Craft – Let Dad know he’s out of this world with this rocket card! Kids will love to make this awesome rocket for a dad that they think is a blast! It’s a fun and easy project to make with the kids!

Father’s Day Toolbox Craft – For the handyman in your life, have your kids build this craft to give them on Father’s Day. It’s a sweet way for kids to thank him for giving them all the tools for life.

Father’s Day Activities For Kids

Kids will have a blast with these Father’s Day I Spy printables. They can do them independently or with their dad!

There are two versions to choose from depending on the skill level of your child. They’ll love this hidden picture game so much, they won’t realize they’re learning, too!

Kids will love to celebrate Dad with these Father’s Day color by number printables. They can either surprise him with their artwork or do this fun activity with him.

Kids will work on number and color recognition when they color in the numbered spaces revealing Father’s Day illustrations.

hand holding single example of popsicle stick fathers day card

Give Dad a gift he’ll cherish with a My Awesome Dad book! Kids are able to color in the pictures and answer the prompts for a personalized gift.

He’ll love reading the answers from your kid’s perspective, and may even get a little chuckle out of their answers!

For a fun gift perfect for Dad, grab this Father’s Day Candy Poster Sign! Just print and add the candy for a sweet gift that’s clever and delicious! Kids will be excited to put it together and dads will be excited to receive it! It’s sure to bring a smile to his face.

hand holding popsicle card craft showing inside of card

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hand holding popsicle stick Father's Day craft with another example in the background

Popsicle Father's Day Card For Kids

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Kids can get crafty and make sure their dad knows he's the coolest with our popsicle Father's Day card.

Materials

  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Crayons or markers (if using the color in version)
  • Popsicle template

Instructions

  1. Download the popsicle template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  2. Fold the popsicle card base in half along the dashed lines and cut it out, leaving the left side uncut.
  3. Start by gluing the eyes below the eyebrows.hands gluing eyes onto popsicle
  4. Next, glue the bottom of the popsicle to the bottom of the card base.
  5. Place the popsicle shadows in the middle of the body and glue them in place.hands gluing popsicle parts onto main body
  6. Take the popsicle stick piece and glue it to the back and bottom of the card.
  7. Open up the card and write a special message inside! hands using black marker to write note

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Father’s Day Card Template

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Gina

Wednesday 7th of June 2023

I would like this template.

Sam

Saturday 10th of June 2023

Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page 🙂

Holly

Monday 5th of June 2023

Please may I have this template

Sam

Wednesday 7th of June 2023

Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page 🙂

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