A is for Apple Handprint Art (Free Template)

A is for apple handprint art merges the simplicity of crafting with the foundational elements of early education, offering an imaginative way for children to engage with the alphabet.

By using their handprints to create apple shapes, children delve into various educational themes, including color recognition, the nutritional benefits of apples, and fine motor skill development.

This approach not only enriches their understanding of the letter ‘A’ but also opens up discussions about healthy eating habits and the changing seasons.

This alphabet handprint art serves as a unique educational tool aiming to infuse the learning process with joy and creativity. It offers the flexibility to be integrated into different teaching themes, such as alphabet familiarity, seasonal learning, and health education, making it a multifaceted asset for teaching and learning.

A vertical layout shows an A is for Apple handprint craft, featuring a red handprint transformed into an apple with drawn leaves and stem. The phrase "I apple-laud your efforts" is printed below the artwork. The bottom half displays a red-painted hand next to a brush and paint pot, with a bold red banner reading A is for Apple Handprint in playful white lettering.

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Letter A handprint art

This is such an easy and fun handprint craft and a great way to learn the letter A.

Kids love getting their hands covered in paint, and I have to admit I love it too! It’s so much fun allowing the kids to be creative while learning.

This free printable letter a handprint template is free to print but is for personal or classroom use only. Scroll to the bottom of the page to get the pdf file.

Supplies needed

cardstock
washable paints
paintbrush
wipes!! It helps to have these handy so you don’t make a complete mess of your table!

How to use

Print out the template below, it will print out on one full page. Make sure to check your spam folder if you don’t see it in your emails within 5 minutes.

You can of course print this on normal printer paper, but with all of our crafts, they always look better on cardstock.

Let the kids decide what color handprint they want to use, we have chosen red for our apple.

A child’s hand is laid flat on a white surface next to an open container of red paint and a paintbrush, ready for a handprint craft. The setup suggests preparation for a painting activity, such as creating a handprint apple.

Use a small paintbrush to add a thin layer of paint to their hand. Make sure you have the wipes handy!!

A hand is fully covered in red paint, ready to be used for a handprint craft. An open container of red paint and a paintbrush are nearby on a white surface, indicating an arts and crafts activity.

Place their hand with their fingers pointing to the bottom of the paper, with their palm just under the core of the apple. Press down all along their hand to make sure the handprint transfers fully.

Pull your child’s hand off really gently to avoid any smudges.

Let the paint dry completely before coloring in the letter A and the leaf of the apple.

A finished "A is for Apple" handprint craft shows a red handprint shaped like an apple with added green leaves and a brown stem. The phrase "I apple-laud your efforts" is printed underneath, with markers and red paint sitting beside the artwork.

The most important thing though is just to have fun with this handprint art!

Even more letter A activities

For even more letter A alphabet activities that I know you are going to love:

Have fun spotting patterns with our free apple sequencing printable.
Kids can color Johnny Appleseed while learning about his contributions with these fun Johnny Appleseed coloring pages.
Explore the different parts of an apple with a visual worksheet that helps children understand apple anatomy.
Discover the growth stages of an apple with an engaging life cycle of an apple worksheet.
The ant body part worksheet allows kids to break down the anatomy of an ant in a simple and visual way.
Learn the fascinating ant life cycle from egg to adult through these educational worksheets.
A letter A coloring page offers a creative way for kids to practice their letter recognition.
Spark an interest in space with free astronaut coloring pages that let kids imagine themselves exploring the stars.
The if I were an astronaut worksheet encourages children to write and draw about their own astronaut adventures.
Practice letter recognition and fine motor skills with alphabet animals coloring pages., featuring adorable animals.
Get creative with the angel handprint craft, where children can make a festive angel using their own handprints.

These activities are both educational and fun, providing a wide range of ways to engage with the letter A!

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Last Updated on 14 April 2025 by Clare Brown