This printable handprint calendar is a simple, meaningful craft kids can make all year long. Each month, children add their own handprint to complete a cute seasonal picture, then you hang it up and watch them grow. It’s an easy keepsake project for families, preschool classrooms, and kindergarten memory books.
Age: Preschool to early elementary (about ages 2–7)
Difficulty: Easy
Adult involvement: Guided for toddlers, minimal for older kids
Typical time: 10–20 minutes per month
What makes this handprint calendar so fun for kids?
It turns a quick paint print into an “I made it!” artwork they’re proud to display.
• Cute monthly themes that feel fresh and seasonal
• A predictable routine kids love (one page each month)
• Big open space for the handprint art to stand out
How can you use this printable at home or in the classroom?
It works as daily calendar decor and as a memory project you’ll want to keep.
• Classroom bulletin board or hallway display
• Monthly take-home craft for parents
• Family kitchen calendar or playroom wall
• End-of-year portfolio or keepsake binder
What is included in the digital download?
You get a full two-year set designed for Canada dates and holidays.
• 24 monthly calendar pages (2026 and 2027)
• 24 handprint art prompts (one for each month)
• Printable PDF format with Canadian holidays included
How do you make this craft step by step?
It’s truly print, press, and keep.
• Print the monthly page you need
• Add washable kids’ paint to the child’s hand
• Press the handprint onto the artwork area
• Let it dry, then display or save it as a keepsake
What skills does this activity help children practice?
• Fine motor control and hand strength
• Sensory exploration with paint
• Following simple directions
• Confidence and self-expression
It’s a quick art moment that also builds routine and pride.
This is a 2026–2027 printable handprint calendar with 24 monthly pages and Canadian holidays. It’s made for parents and teachers who want an easy, paint-based keepsake kids can complete month by month.
TO MAKE YOUR ORDER
1. Add this item to your shopping cart and place your order
2. Once your payment is complete you will receive an email with a download link.
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HOW TO USE
- Print out the size you wish to use at home or through a printing service. Heavy weight paper or cardstock is recommended.
- Set your printer settings to best quality mode and make sure scale is 100%.
- Use child safe ink or washable paint to add a child's handprints or footprints.
- Hand write names/date for a personal touch.
Once paint is dry, gift as is or place in a picture frame and then ENJOY!
TERMS OF USE
I illustrated and designed these origami templates with lots of love for my clients. Please do not share these files, instead, refer family and friends to my shop! These files are for personal use only. No commercial use or reselling of the digital files or any finished product is allowed.
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PLEASE NOTE
As this is a digital download, there will be no refunds given once the sale goes through.
Please contact me if you have any questions, I'd be very happy to help you :)