Torn Paper Acorn Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Now that the season has changed, yards are covered in leaves and acorns. It’s fun to watch the squirrels gather them up for later!

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This handprint dog craft turns their tiny handprints into adorable pups.

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the acorn template and printing it out.

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First, guide your child to tear different shades of brown paper into smaller pieces.

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Use the lighter brown pieces to fill in the entire lower part of the acorn.

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Next, help your child spread glue over the acorn cap section, then glue the darker brown pieces onto the glue.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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