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A person with pink-painted nails is holding a handmade paper turtle craft that features a smiling turtle holding a pink heart with the message "You're Turtley Awesome!" Another similar turtle craft is visible in the background on a white surface, with a blue fabric draped above.

Sea Turtle Valentine Craft

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
This year, your kids can create a unique and sweet sea turtle Valentine craft!
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Author: Sam
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[adthrive-in-post-video-player video-id="AMjwcDVB" upload-date="2025-01-30T00:00:00.000Z" name="Sea Turtle Valentine Craft For Kids" description="Valentine’s Day is a good opportunity to have kids channel their creativity and make something for someone special. Making Valentines is a fun and meaningful way to show love and appreciation, plus, their little creations are just so adorable!   This year, your kids can create a unique and sweet sea turtle Valentine craft! Its charming design and playful message helps kids say, “You’re turtley awesome!” to the recipient."]

Materials

  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Glue stick
  • Scissors
  • Markers
  • Sea turtle template

Instructions

  • Download the sea turtle template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Begin by gluing the eyes below the eyebrows.
  • Draw spots on the top of the head.
  • Next, glue the feet to the bottom portion of the shell.
  • Position the underside of the shell in the center of the shell and glue it in place.
  • Glue the head to the top portion of the shell.
  • Now, glue the heart in the middle of the body.
  • Place the flippers on each side of the heart, so it looks like the turtle is holding it. Glue them down.
  • Finish off by drawing the spots on the flippers.