Animal Footprint Printing

Creating animal footprints with hands and feet explores mark-making while learning about jungle creatures.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Into the Jungle
• Learning area: Visual and Creative Arts
• Level: Infant & Toddler

Objectives

• Create prints using hands and feet
• Explore different paint colors
• Learn about animal footprints

Materials

• Washable paint (browns, greens)
• Large paper
• Wet wipes
• Animal footprint examples

Instructions

1. Show pictures of animal footprints in the jungle.

2. Prepare shallow paint trays.

3. Help children press hands in paint and onto paper—'monkey handprints!'

4. For brave explorers, try foot prints—'elephant feet!'

5. Compare the sizes of different prints.

6. Let prints dry and add to jungle display.

Educator tip

Have wet wipes ready! Work with small groups for easier cleanup.

Assessment

Observe sensory tolerance and print-making participation.

More from Into the Jungle

• Snake Slither
• Learning Animal Names
• Elephant Stomp Song
• Counting Jungle Animals
• Jungle Leaf Rubbings
• Jungle Explorer Course
• Jungle Storytime
• Parrot Says