H is for Heart Handprint Craft

Celebrate valentine’s day or the letter h with this simpler h is for heart craft. This letter h handprint craft is great for toddler, preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students. Plus after you make the h is for heart handprint, don’t forget to print the free letter h worksheets to go along with it for more letter practice.

h is for heart craft

This craft allows children to get a little messy and use their hands to create beautiful art. All you need is some washable paint, paper, and the little one’s hand to create a heart shape. As they press their hand onto the paper, they will not only enjoy the tactile experience but also have the chance to see how their hand can transform into something meaningful. The heart shape represents love, making it a wonderful activity to tie in with the spirit of Valentine’s Day.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! After completing the handprint craft, you can enhance their learning experience with free letter H worksheets. These worksheets are designed to reinforce letter recognition and writing skills in a playful way. Children can trace the letter H, practice writing it independently, and even engage in some fun activities that relate to the letter. This approach helps solidify their understanding and allows them to appreciate the connection between the craft and the literacy skills they are developing.

So gather your supplies, get ready for some creative fun, and celebrate both the letter H and Valentine’s Day with this delightful handprint craft! It’s an excellent opportunity for bonding and learning that your little ones will cherish. Don’t forget to download those free worksheets to accompany your crafting session and make it a comprehensive learning experience. Happy crafting and happy Valentine’s Day!

If you are looking for more fun alphabet handprint art free ideas and cute kindergarten crafts, we have lots! Plus grab our letter h coloring pages and free pack of letter h worksheets, and valentines day activities for kindergarten to extend your learning!

Materials:

• Letter “H” is for Heart printable
• pink or red paint (or another favorite color)
• paint brush
• wipes to clean hands

First, print the printable to go along with this craft. We like to practice the letter on the first page before making our handprint, and we do the next page while the handprint is drying.

letter h handprint craft

Start by making a pink (or color of your choice) hand print for one half of the heart. Paint the entire palm and fingers with pink paint, but do not paint the thumb.

h is for heart handprint

Turn the paper upside down. Press the hand onto the the center of the paper, tilted sightly towards the edge of the paper, keeping the fingers together. This is the first half of the heart.

h handprint craft

Next, make the second half of the heart. Paint the hand way as shown above. place the hand on the other side paper, overlapping the fingers on the first hand print.

valentines day heart craft

The heart is complete! Rinse hands with water or wipe clean.

Heart craft for Kindergarten

While your H is for Heart  is drying, complete the Letter H worksheets for more letter “H” practice!