Dinosaur Father’s Day Card Craft [Free Template]

If your kids are looking for a fun and easy way to show their dad some dino-mite love this Father’s day, look no further than this homemade dinosaur Father’s Day card craft!

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This easy activity is perfect for little ones and only takes a few minutes to put together.

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the dinosaur template and printing it out.

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First, fold the dinosaur head printable in half along the dashed line and cut it out, leaving the top uncut.

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Next, help your child take the eyes and glue them just to the left of the nostrils.

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Now, place the spines behind the head and body, and glue them on the left side of the dinosaur.

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Guide your child to take the arms and glue one in the front and middle of the body, while the other goes to the back and right-hand side of the body.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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