A is for Apple Handprint Art (Free Template)

A is for apple handprint is one of those classic preschool crafts that never gets old.

It’s quick, a little messy, and makes a perfect keepsake while helping kids connect the letter A to something they know and love.

We’ve used this one every year in early learning, and it’s always a hit.

If you’re working through the alphabet or just need a fun seasonal craft, this alphabet handprint art printable is ready to go, just paint, press, and let it dry.

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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.

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

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.

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!

Get the free a is for apple handprint craft here!

If you want to grab all of the letters of the alphabet in one place, you can purchase them here for a small fee. Or for a massively discounted price grab these handprint alphabet printables along with our new alphabet coloring pages in our 52-page bundle.

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Last Updated on 1 May 2025 by Clare Brown