Handprint Pirate Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Even though summer doesn’t officially start until the end of June, the real start date to us is the first day of summer break!

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Once the kids are home, it’s go time! You have to be prepared with crafts, activities and outing ideas so the kids aren’t glue to the tv screen all day every day.

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Supplies

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Download the pirate template and print out on white and black card stock.

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Trace your child’s handprint onto your skin colored card stock and cut out.

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Use the pencil to draw a curved line from one side of the hand to the other at the base of the fingers.

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The thumb area of the hand is the pirate’s bandana. Color this red or any color you want.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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