Fingerprint Sheep Art Project

Looking for a fun, hands-on art project that’s perfect for kids? This Fingerprint Sheep Art Project is a fantastic way to spark creativity while keeping little hands busy. Using just a few simple supplies, your child can create their own adorable sheep with fluffy white wool made from fingerprints! This art project is included with our Farm Unit of study. Here’s everything you need to get started.

Supplies Needed:

Sheep face template

Cardstock

White paint (for fluffy wool fingerprints)

Construction paper (any color for background)

Googly eyes (for a cute and playful look)

Leg template

Black crayon

Glue

Scissors

Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Background

Start by selecting your favorite color of construction paper to be the background of your sheep. This could be blue to represent the sky, green for grass, or any color your child loves

2. Cut Out the Sheep Face and Legs

Print the sheep face and leg templates on cardstock to make them sturdier. Carefully cut them out using scissors. Older kids can cut the pieces themselves, but younger ones may need help with this step.

3. Assemble the Face

Glue the sheep face template to the center of your construction paper background. Then, add the googly eyes to give your sheep a playful, wide-eyed expression. If you don’t have googly eyes, you can draw them on with a black crayon or marker.

4. Add the Legs

Next, glue the legs under the body so your sheep can stand proudly on your paper! If you'd like, you can use the black crayon to draw hooves or other details on the legs.

5. Create the Wool with Fingerprints

Here’s the fun part! Dip your finger into the white paint and start making fingerprint dots all around the sheep’s face to create fluffy wool. Encourage your child to fill in the area around the face with as many fingerprints as they’d like. The more they add, the fluffier the sheep will be!

6. Add Finishing Touches

Once the white paint dries, you can use the black crayon to add small details like a nose or a little smile on the sheep’s face. You might also want to draw grass, clouds, or a sun around your sheep to complete the scene.

Why This Project is Great:

This project is not only fun but also helps kids practice fine motor skills, such as cutting, gluing, and making precise fingerprint dots. It’s a perfect activity for preschoolers or early elementary-aged kids and can be adapted for different age groups by adding more detail or simplifying steps.