Letter Y Handprint Art: Y is for Yacht
Yacht handprint art is a fun and creative way to engage children in learning about the letter Y, offering a hands-on activity that combines art, education, and imagination.
This activity, ideal for preschoolers and early learners, transforms a simple handprint into a charming yacht illustration, making it an excellent addition to any alphabet or nautical-themed study unit.
Not only does this alphabet handprint art help in reinforcing the letter ‘Y,’ but it also encourages fine motor skills development and creativity among young learners.
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Y is for yacht handprint art
Yacht handprint art is particularly appealing because it allows children to see the direct connection between the abstract shape of the letter ‘Y’ and a tangible object in the world, such as a yacht.
This type of visual and tactile learning can be highly effective in helping children remember letters and words, thereby enhancing their early literacy skills. Plus, it’s a fantastic way for kids to personalize their learning journey with their unique handprint, making the experience more memorable and enjoyable.
This free printable letter y 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 to use blue for the sail of our yacht.
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 upwards with their palm starting at the yacht and going through the sail. 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 Y and the yacht.
The most important thing though is just to have fun with this handprint art!
Check out all of our kids handprint art!
Additional letter Y activities
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Last Updated on 10 April 2024 by Clare Brown