When it comes to Christmas and winter animals, one of the first ones that comes to mind are reindeer!
They’re always seen with Santa Claus and they’re also in many winter children’s books, which is why we’ve created this reindeer finger puppet craft.
It’s a fun and super simple reindeer craft for kids that can be for the holidays or just for winter.
We’re giving you a free printable template in 2 versions to make it an activity even the youngest of kids can do!
Print out version 1 to make your own finger puppet craft or use version 2 to print it out in black and white and let the kids color it in themselves.
Because both versions are available, this craft is great for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten children!
Finger Puppet Reindeer Craft
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Supplies
- Thick cardstock
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- 5/8″ circle punch
- Reindeer craft template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to get the link emailed to you)
Directions
Download the reindeer craft template, print and cut out the pieces you need.
Assemble the reindeer’s head by gluing the inner ears to the outer ears. Next, take eyes and glue them near the top of the head.
Take the muzzle and glue it in between and slightly overlapping the eyes, like in the picture below.
Glue the head to the reindeer’s body.
Use the circle punch to cut out the four circle where your child’s finger will go through.
Christmas + Winter Preschool Theme
You can easily incorporate this reindeer finger puppet craft into a Christmas themed preschool unit that kids will love!
Start off with some fun learning activities. We love these Christmas do a dot printables. They’re great for preschoolers and will help them work on counting, patterns, letter recognition, numbers, and more!
If your child loves STEM-based activities, use these Christmas pattern block mats. They’re a simple hands-on activity that will help with fine motor skills and shape recognition.
This puffy paint snowglobe craft combines sensory and crafting!
Don’t forget how much kids can learn while crafting. Be sure to check out this Grinch headband craft, this free printable elf craft, and this paper bag gingerbread craft. They’re all fun, cute, and come with a free printable template!
Want some more winter-themed activities? Try this free polar bear memory game. It’s simple for kids to play together or alone.
End with some open-ended sensory play when you set up this winter sensory bin or this snow slime!
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Make this adorable reindeer finger puppet with the kids this winter!
Materials
- Thick cardstock
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- 5/8" circle punch
- Reindeer craft template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to get the link emailed to you)
Tools
Instructions
- Download the reindeer craft template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Assemble the reindeer's head by gluing the inner ears to the outer ears. Next, take eyes and glue them near the top of the head.
- Take the muzzle and glue it in between and slightly overlapping the eyes, like in the picture below.
- Glue the head to the reindeer's body.
- Use the circle punch to cut out the four circle where your child's finger will go through.
Free Reindeer Puppet Template
Sam is the crafter and founder of Simple Everyday Mom. She has been featured in Oprah Mag, Good Housekeeping, The Spruce Crafts, Country Living, The Bump and more. Read more.
Enriqueta
Thursday 10th of December 2020
Estan preciosos
Sam T
Friday 11th of December 2020
Thanks!
ROBERT PAULAK
Monday 30th of November 2020
Thank you! I would love to do this activity with 5th Grade students. We want to do a Zoom recording of "Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer" and we would love the link to the template.
Sam T
Monday 30th of November 2020
You're welcome! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post and it’ll be emailed to you ?
ROBERT PAULAK
Sunday 29th of November 2020
This looks wonderful. We want to do a class Zoom song for our Winter Concert. Thank you! Please send me the template!
Sam T
Monday 30th of November 2020
How fun! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post and it’ll be emailed to you ?
Selina
Wednesday 25th of November 2020
Richtig toll
Sam T
Wednesday 25th of November 2020
Thanks!
dora
Friday 13th of November 2020
it's perfect! how can i get the printable reindeer??
Sam T
Saturday 14th of November 2020
Thanks! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of the post and the link will be emailed to you ?