Valentine’s Day Hugs

These Paper Hugs, created with your grandchild’s handprints, are a whimsical way for your grandchild to get creative by giving hugs to all of his favorite people, even the ones who live far away.  A teacher in Utah suggested this idea, and I just think this project is sure to become a keepsake that is proudly displayed for many Valentine’ Day to come 

• Pencil
• Scissors

• Colored markers (plus stickers, paint, or crayons, if you like)
• Ribbon

 

1. Trace your right hand on the right end of the paper and your left hand on the left end. Draw 2 horizontal lines to connect the hand outlines and form one long “arm.”
2. Cut out the hug and decorate it using markers, stickers, paints, or crayons. You can help the youngest ones write a clever message… ‘I Love You THIS Much.’  If you do help your grandchild write something, let them have the chance to add their own special touch by signing their name, writing their own sentence or drawing a picture.
3. Then roll up the hug, tie it with a ribbon, and have your grandchild give it to their valentine.  

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