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    E is For Elephant Craft with Printable Letter E

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    Explore creative fun with our E is for Elephant Craft! Perfect for kids, this craft activity combines learning and creativity.

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    This E is for Elephant Craft is a fun letter craft with a printable template for kids of all ages!

    Here’s a big, cheerful wave to those who believe that learning can be as delightful as a playful romp in the park. Because it can be! Here we are again, ready to sprinkle some magic onto an otherwise mundane school day or home-learning session.

    Our adorable Elephant Craft is next on the list, turning the uppercase letter 'E' into a cute elephant. We've got everything you need: the giggles, the creativity, and, of course, the irresistible googly eyes!

    'E' is for 'Excitement,' as well as being for ‘Elephants.’ This fun craft project combines learning with creativity, capturing the imagination of kids. Who knew that letters could transform into such adorable animals with a little bit of paper and a whole lot of imagination?

    It's a beautiful moment when we unveil the magic within everyday learning, making it fun, memorable, and downright enjoyable. But remember, no magic wand necessary here! Just your hands, your smiles, and a handful of simple craft materials.

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    Have your little ones ever imagined an elephant wearing an uppercase letter 'E'? No? Well, we're about to make it happen! Our friendly elephant is set to become the new superstar of your classroom or homeschool room. All it takes is some gray paper, a dash of creativity, and a sprinkle of excitement.

    'Elephants' and 'Education' have always been a match made in heaven, right? Majestic in their presence and interesting to learn about, these largest land animals are perfect for sparking interest in learning. Plus, they're incredibly cute, especially when they come in the form of our adorable elephant craft!

    Who knew that elephants could help with letter recognition? This is one of the best parts of combining crafts with learning. Not only does it introduce our young learners to new animals and letters of the alphabet, but it also allows them to learn in an interactive, fun way.

    Have some fun Elephant Fun with our Elephant Coloring Sheets and How to Draw an Elephant. These are all fun activities in celebration of Elephant Appreciation Day on September 22nd.

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    No one said learning the alphabet had to be dull and boring. It's time to show our kids how much fun it can be!

    The beauty of our craft project is that it doesn't feel like a typical lesson. There's no long lecture or note-taking. Though there shouldn’t really be any of those for the younger kids anyway! Instead, it's all about getting hands-on, sparking curiosity, and encouraging creativity. It's the perfect way to enhance fine motor skills while also having a good laugh.

    Don't be surprised if your kids start looking at the letter 'E' a little differently from now on. With each curve and line, they'll see the floppy ears of their adorable elephant, smiling back at them from the bulletin board. And just like that, craft time becomes the highlight of the day! From letter sounds to sight words and letter practice, this fun craft is a fabulous tool to add to your learning arsenal. This E is for Elephant Craft is simple to make, perfect for kids, and a hit with the adults too!

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    E is for Elephant Craft Supplies

    Letter E Craft Supplies

    • Letter E Free Printable Template (at bottom of post)
    • Construction Paper or Card Stock (Black and White)
    • Googly Eyes
    • Acrylic Paint (Gray)
    • Craft Glue or Glue Stick
    • Scissors
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    How To Make E is For Elephant

    Here are the step-by-step instructions for the E is For Elephant

    Cut out template out for elephant craft

    The first thing is to print out the letter e template on white construction paper. Cut out each of the pieces.

    paint all pieces gray

    Next, using the gray paint, paint the E, the ear, the trunk, and the two feet shape.

    trace around ear trunk and feet in navy or black

    Once they have dried, Glue the ear, trunk, and feet to the dark navy or black paper.

    glue gray on top of darker construction paper

    Cut around each piece allowing a small amount of the darker color to show.

    glue ear to back of E trunk and feet

    Glue the ear to the back of the E giving it a floppy ear look. Next, glue the elephant's trunk to the end of the top line of the E. Then glue the elephant's feet to each of the other two lines of the capital E.

    glue white circle to top of E

    Next, glue the white paper circle from the template to the middle of the top of the E between the trunk and ear.

    glue googly eye on top of white clrcle

    The last step is to glue the googly eye on top of the white circle.

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    How great is this adorable elephant craft? We're here for a cute elephant craft!

    Happy Crafting!

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    This fun addition to a letter of the week activities. Here are our other Alphabet Animal Crafts

    • A is For Alligator
    • B is For Bee
    • C is For Cat
    • D is For Dog
    • E is For Elephant (this post)
    • F is For Frog
    • G is For Giraffe
    • H is For Horse
    • I is For Iguana
    • J is For Jellyfish
    • K is For Kangaroo
    • L is For Lion
    • M is For Mouse
    • N is For Narwhal
    • O is For Octopus
    • P is For Pig

    We highlighted this Back To School Craft along with some other fun kid's crafts in our August Crafts in celebration of World Elephant Day - August 12th as well as our 101+ Kids Crafts.

    You also do not want to miss our 101+ Printable Coloring Pages For Kids and 101+ Printables For Kids full of Crafts and Coloring Pages.

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    E is for Elephant

    Explore creative fun with our E is for Elephant Craft! Perfect for kids, this craft activity combines learning and creativity.
    Course Kids Crafts
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Author Alli Ward

    Equipment

    • Craft Glue
    • Scissors

    Ingredients

    • Printable Letter E Template
    • Black Construction Paper
    • White Construction Paper
    • Googly Eyes

    Instructions

    • The first thing is to print out the letter e template on white construction paper. Cut out each of the pieces.
      e is for elephant craft printable
    • Next, using the gray paint, paint the E, the ear, the trunk, and the two feet shape.
      paint all pieces gray
    • Once they have dried, Glue the ear, trunk, and feet to the dark navy or black paper.
      trace around ear trunk and feet in navy or black
    • Cut around each piece allowing a small amount of the darker color to show.
      glue gray on top of darker construction paper
    • Glue the ear to the back of the E giving it a floppy ear look. Next, glue the elephant's trunk to the end of the top line of the E. Then glue the elephant's feet to each of the other two lines of the capital E.
      glue ear to back of E trunk and feet
    • Next, glue the white circle from the template to the middle of the top of the E between the trunk and ear.
      glue white circle to top of E
    • The last step is to glue the googly eye on top of the white circle.
      glue googly eye on top of white clrcle

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