Handprint Monkey Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Want a cute and easy monkey craft for the kids to make? If so, this handprint monkey craft is perfect!

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This one is a mess free version that doesn’t require painting your child’s hand!

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Supplies

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Download the monkey template, print and cut out the pieces.

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Trace your child’s hand onto the brown paper and cut out the handprint.

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Assemble the monkey head by gluing the face in the middle of the head.

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Position your child’s handprint with the thumb facing up. Glue the completed monkey head to the thumb side, like in the picture.

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Glue the monkey tail to the back, bottom of the handprint (on the pinky side).

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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