Thing One And Thing Two Handprint Craft
Dr. Seuss is a beloved children's author whose books are treasured by generations. One of his most popular characters is Thing One and Thing Two from "The Cat in the Hat." Kids love these mischievous characters, and now they can make their own Thing One and Thing Two handprint craft.
Supplies Needed
To make this craft, you'll need a few supplies:
- Red and blue paint
- White cardstock paper
- Paintbrushes
- Black and white markers
- Scissors
- Glue
Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your own Thing One and Thing Two handprint craft:
- Start by painting one hand red and the other hand blue.
- Press the red hand onto the top left side of the white cardstock paper. Press the blue hand onto the top right side of the paper.
- Once the paint is dry, use a black marker to draw on eyes, a nose, and a mouth for each handprint. You can also draw on eyebrows and eyelashes if you'd like.
- Use a white marker to add a highlight to each eye.
- Cut two strips of white paper and glue them onto the bottom of each handprint for the Thing One and Thing Two bodies.
- Use the black marker to draw on arms and legs for each Thing.
- Write "Thing One" under the red handprint and "Thing Two" under the blue handprint.
Variations
There are many ways to customize this craft to make it your own. Here are a few ideas:
- Use different colors for the handprints.
- Add glitter or other decorations to the Thing's bodies.
- Write a favorite quote from "The Cat in the Hat" near the Thing One and Thing Two names.
- Make multiple copies of the craft and create a Thing One and Thing Two family.
Benefits of Handprint Crafts
Handprint crafts are a great way to encourage creativity and fine motor skills in young children. They also make great keepsakes that parents and grandparents will treasure for years to come. By making a Thing One and Thing Two handprint craft, kids can learn about color mixing and following directions while having fun.
In Conclusion
Creating a Thing One and Thing Two handprint craft is a fun and easy activity for kids of all ages. With a few simple supplies, kids can make their own mischievous Things that they can be proud of. Try this craft today and see what kind of creative variations you can come up with!
