This Letter R handprint craft is simple enough for preschoolers and early elementary-aged children.

Step 1: Paint the Hand

Using a paintbrush, paint horizontal rainbow stripes across the hand.

Arrange the colors in rainbow order: Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

Each color should cover a section of the hand so the rainbow effect appears clearly when stamped.

Step 2: Stamp the Handprint

Carefully press the painted hand onto white paper.

Apply gentle pressure to the fingers and palm to transfer the paint evenly. Lift the hand straight up to reveal the rainbow handprint.

Allow the paint to dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 3: Write the Letter Phrase

Use a black marker to write: R is for Rainbow.

Place the words above or beside the handprint.

The simple phrase reinforces the connection between the letter R and the rainbow image.

Step 4: Display the Finished Handprint Art

Once dry, display the artwork on a bulletin board, refrigerator, classroom wall, or inside an alphabet notebook.

Many families enjoy saving alphabet handprints as keepsakes to look back on in future years.