Looking for a sweet summer craft that’s both fun and meaningful? Make a handprint pineapple craft pineapple craft is perfect for preschoolers, toddlers, or any little ones who love to create. It’s bright, cheerful, and doubles as a keepsake thanks to the handprint leaves on top! Whether you’re doing a fruit-themed week or just want a simple afternoon activity, this pineapple craft just like this popsicle craft, is a winner.
What You’ll Need:
- Cardboard or thick paper (for the pineapple base)
- Yellow construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Glue stick or white glue
- Googly eyes
- Buttons or pom-poms (optional for cheeks)
- Black marker
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Pineapple Base
Start by drawing a large oval shape on cardboard or any sturdy paper you have on hand.
Cut it out carefully—this will be the body of your pineapple.
Step 2: Add the Yellow Layer
Glue yellow construction paper over the oval shape to give your pineapple its classic golden colour. Smooth it out to avoid wrinkles.
Step 3: Create the Leafy Top
Take a piece of green paper and trace your child’s hand on it. Then cut out the handprint.
Glue the handprint to the back top of the yellow oval so it sticks up like pineapple leaves. This adds a fun personal touch!
Step 4: Make the Face
Let your child give their pineapple some personality! Add googly eyes and a smile with a black marker. You can also use buttons or pom-poms for rosy cheeks. Use a marker to draw diagonal criss-cross lines on the yellow body to mimic pineapple skin.
Step 5: Craft Complete!
And just like that, your adorable, handprint pineapple is done! It’s cute, summery, and display-worthy.
If you’d like more summer craft ideas, then 10 Amazing Summer Crafts Your Preschoolers Will Love is where you should go.
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This craft goes perfectly with other hands-on activities, and it pairs especially well with this fun idea from Hello, Wonderful.
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