Shark Mother’s Day Card Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Mother’s Day is coming up, and what better way to show Mom how much you love her than by giving her a handmade Mother’s Day card?

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This shark Mother’s Day card craft is the perfect activity for kids of all ages.

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the shark template and printing it out.

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Begin by preparing the card base piece. Guide your child to fold the card base piece in half along the dashed line.

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Next, glue the lower portion of the face to the front and bottom of the card.

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Place the eyes on either side of the nose and glue them in place.

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Now, help your child take the top fin and glue it to the back and middle of the card

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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