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How to Make an Advent Calendar Using Hand Prints

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Advent Hand Print Wreath

Advent Hand Print Wreath

Sherri Osborn
A fun way to count down the days until Christmas. Make this advent wreath using hand prints.

  • Age Guideline: 2 Years and Up
  • Time Required: 30 minutes (Does not include drying time)

The above age and time guidelines are estimates. This project can be modified to suit other ages and may take more or less time depending on your circumstances.

 

Materials:

Instructions:
Cut the center out of the paper plate to form a wreath shape. Trace 24 hand prints onto green construction paper. Write a good deed on each hand.

Starting on December 1st, pick one cut-out hand. Do the good deed listed on the hand, and then glue the hand onto the wreath. Do this every day to help you count down the days until Christmas. On Christmas day, add a big ribbon to your completed hand print wreath if you like!

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