Got a Dad who deserves a little homemade love this Father’s Day?
Let’s be real – there’s nothing sweeter than a Happy Father’s Day card handmade by kids.
Shop-bought cards are fine (and I have a stash for the days when just getting the kids dressed is a challenge) but a DIY card made by small, slightly sticky hands – well, who can resist?!
And guess what? Kids love making them. Especially when there’s sticking, stamping or handprints involved.
(Less so when you ask them to write “To Daddy” neatly inside. That part is up to you!)
Whether you need a quick and easy DIY Father’s Day card to throw together the night before, a keepsake handprint card he’ll want to frame, or a free printable that just needs a splash of colour — you’ll find something perfect right here.
We’ve pulled together over 20 of the best Father’s Day cards for kids to make, from tiny toddlers to preschoolers and beyond.
For more creative ideas for Dad try these Father’s Day crafts for little kids, handprint Father’s Day ideas, or these DIY Father’s Day gifts from kids.
Free Printable Father’s Day Cards for Kids
Short on time? These free printable Father’s Day cards for kids are the perfect solution.
Just download, print, and hand over the crayons. No sign-up needed for any of them!
“Coolest Dad” Colour-In Card (Free Printable)
A fun and easy DIY Father’s Day card that lets little ones show Dad just how cool he really is.
Kids will have fun drawing a picture of their Dad in the frame, which is sure to get a giggle!
Quick to prep, lovely to give, and completely free to download.
Download the free Coolest Dad card here
“Dad Is…” Colour-In Card (Free Printable)
This is the most popular handmade Father’s Day card idea on the site — and it’s easy to see why. Just so simple and always good for a giggle – A lovely keepsake Dad will treasure for years.
Works brilliantly for toddlers too — just fill in their answers for them – and they can color.
Download the free “Dad Is…” card here
“I Have a Hero” Cards for Dad & Grandpa (Free Printable)
These cute Father’s Day cards have a fun comic book theme — kids simply color in the lightning bolts and stars to make it their own.
There’s one version for Dad and one for Grandpa, which is perfect if you need to cover both bases.
Sweet, simple, and genuinely lovely to receive.
Download the free “I Have a Hero” cards here
Superhero Dad Comic Book Cards (Free Printable)
Two comic book-style DIY Father’s Day cards from kids — both completely free to download.
One has space for kids to sketch out their own comic strip with their superhero version of Dad.
Or little ones can simply fill out the speech bubbles describing their Dad when in full superhero action!
Download the free Superhero Dad cards here
Father’s Day Printable Mini Escape Gift Box + Card Idea
A sweet twist on your usual printable — this one is a little gift box which conceals Dad’s Father’s Day gift.
But here’s the real fun – to open it Dad will first have to solve three puzzles! It’s a mini-escape game.
Head over to Lock Paper Escape for the printable
Dinosaur-Themed Father’s Day Color-In Cards
Perfect for dino-loving kids, these simple color-in cards are easy enough for toddlers but still fun for older ones too. A great last-minute option that still feels thoughtful.
Visit The Benson Street to download them
Handprint & Footprint Father’s Day Cards for Kids
There’s a reason handprint cards never go out of style.
They’re personal, they’re precious, and they capture a moment in time that Dad will hold onto forever. These are some of our favourite handprint Father’s Day cards for kids to make — several come with free templates too.
Papa Bear Handprint Card (Free Template)
Little hands become a cute Papa Bear — and the result is absolutely frame-worthy.
The free template and step-by-step instructions make it really straightforward. Works beautifully for both Dad and Grandpa, and ideal for the tiny handprints of babies and toddlers.
Jump over to A Little Pinch of Perfect for the free template
Superhero Dad Handprint Card (Free Template)
To a child, Dad is nothing short of a superhero — and what better way to show dad this than with this adorable handprint card, with free printable.
Kids add their handprint as the cape, and suddenly Dad is the hero of the page. Simple, sweet, and the kind of cute Father’s Day card Dad will want to keep on display.
Head to In the Playroom for the free template
Handprint Rocket Card (Free Template)
Perfect for the rocket-mad toddler to give his special Dad! Your child’s handprints become the flames blasting a rocket into space.
Pair it with a note saying Dad’s love goes “to the moon and back” and you’ve got a gorgeous happy Father’s Day card handmade by the kids.
Visit Red Ted Art for the free template
Turtle Handprint Card
Turn your little one’s hand into the most adorable sea creature! A brilliant pick if Dad has a soft spot for ocean life or wildlife.
This is also great for fine motor and sensory too as little ones stick the cotton balls onto the turtle’s shell.
Pop over to Red Ted Art for the full tutorial
Footprint Heart Printable Card & Keepsake
Especially lovely for babies and tiny tots — two little footprints pressed together make a perfect heart shape on a sweet printable template.
(Tip: print a few copies before you start — getting a clean footprint from a wriggly baby or an active toddler may well take a few attempts!)
Dad is sure to want to keep this gorgeous DIY card – how gorgeous does it look framed in the picture above?!
Head to A Daily Dose of Mom for full instructions
Handprint Poem Card (Free Template)
This charming printable pairs a handprint heart with a sweet poem. Isn’t it gorgeous! Stick the printable to the front of some cardstock and you have a delightful homemade Father’s Day card.
Or keep it for the long term – this printable is one hundred percent frame-worthy!
Check it out at Messy Little Monster
Fingerprint Heart Poem Card (Free Printable)
Perfect for even the tiniest babies — little fingerprints are pressed together to create a sweet heart shape, paired with a short and lovely message for Dad.
It’ll take a little patience to get enough fingerprints for the full heart, but even a few will do the trick.
Another cute Father’s Day craft that can easily be used to create a card or framed to display proudly at home or Dad’s work.
Get the full details at Momhacks101
Fun Themed Handmade Father’s Day Cards for Kids to Make
If Dad has a passion — football, DIY, dogs, or just general silliness — there’s a handmade Father’s Day card here to match.
These are brilliant for making the card feel personal and totally Dad-specific.
DIY Shirt & Tie Card (Free Template)
One a classic handmade Father’s Day card idea for kids — and it is so cute.
Kids can design their own pattern or try to copy the print on Dad’s favourite tie. Simple, effective, and guaranteed to make Dad feel appreciated.
A free template is available to help with the shirt shape.
Visit Honey and Lime for the full details
Football Pop-Up Card (Free Template)
Got a football-mad Dad in the house? This pop-up card is a total winner.
Download and print the free template, grab some coloured paper and a stick of glue, and the kids are away. This DIY Father’s Day card looks so impressive but is really simple to make.
See the full tutorial at Crafting Jeannie
Easy Car Father’s Day Craft (Free Template)
Perfect for car-obsessed little ones, this printable card is quick to put together and fun to decorate. A great hands-on option that is easy to prep, thanks to the free printable.
Head to Simple Everyday Mom to grab the template
Baseball Father’s Day Card (Free Template)
A fun pick for sports-loving dads, this baseball-themed card is simple but creative. Kids can easily add their own message or drawing inside to make it extra personal.
See the full tutorial over at The Soccer Mom Blog
Dog Themed Card (Free Template)
If Dad is a dog lover, this is the card for him.
With a free printable template and just a few art materials, kids will have a great time making this one. A really easy DIY Father’s Day card from kids of all ages — from toddlers right up to older children.
Find out more at The Inspiration Edit
“Nailed It” Card For Dad
A hammer-and-nails themed card that — thankfully — involves neither a hammer nor any nails!
Perfect for toddlers to make. Kids paint freely and the “Nailed It” message gets added on top. A fun way to tell Dad he’s absolutely smashing it, without any of the associated DIY chaos:)
Head over to Made in a Pinch for more details
Hooked on Daddy Card (Free Template)
A cute fishing-themed card that’s simple, sweet, and toddler-friendly. Good fine motor practice for little ones – first cutting out the fish and then glueing and sticking onto cardstock.
Jump over to Simple Everyday Mom for the template
DIY Toolbox Card (Free Template)
If Dad is the king of the toolbox and the kids are his willing assistants, this adorable card is sure to be your top pick!
A charming handmade Father’s Day card idea that toddlers and preschoolers will love putting together.
Jump over to Only Passionate Curiosity for the tutorial
Nuts & Bolts Card
If Dad or Grandpa likes tinkering in the garage, chances are there are plenty of spare nuts and bolts around — and this card puts them to brilliant use!
Kids will love the novelty of sticking actual hardware onto their card. A genuinely unique handmade Father’s Day card that any DIY-loving Dad will adore.
Get the full details at Red Ted Art
Marble Painted Card (Free Template)
As fun to make as it is to give!
Kids use painters tape to mark out the letters, then roll marbles through paint to create a gorgeous patterned background. Once dry, the tape comes off to reveal the message — and it is so satisfying.
A unique and beautiful DIY Father’s Day card from kids that they’ll be really proud of.
Pop over to Little Ladoo for the full tutorial
3D Monkey Card (Free Template)
This free printable 3D monkey card comes with a video tutorial, so there will be no second guessing what to do.
Dad is sure to love the cheeky message on this fun DIY Father’s Day card!
Head to Swag Grabber for the free template and video
Blowing Kisses Photo Card
This sweet personalised card features your child blowing Dad some heart kisses — all you need is for your little one to pose for the camera! No problem for our lot (my eldest daughter pictured!)
Then it’s a case of cutting and sticking some heart shapes.
A gorgeous keepsake card Dad will treasure. Works just as well for tiny tots as it does for older toddlers and preschoolers.
DIY toolbox Father’s Day card craft
A fun and hands-on card idea for kids who love a bit of cutting and sticking. This one turns into a mini toolbox design that’s both cute and practical-looking — perfect for dads who are always fixing things (or at least trying to).
Head over to In The Playroom for the full tutorial
Tie card for Father’s Day
A simple and classic Father’s Day card idea that never really goes out of style. Kids can decorate the tie however they like — bright colours, patterns, or even try to copy Dad’s favourite one.
Pop over to Mommy Evolution for the full details
Which of These DIY Father’s Day Cards Will You Make?
From handprint keepsakes to comic book creations, there really is a cute Father’s Day card here for every kind of Dad — and every kind of kid.
Whether you have five minutes or an afternoon, a baby or a preschooler, a glitter enthusiast or a marble-painting fanatic – we hope you’ve found the perfect handmade Father’s Day card idea!
For even more inspiration, don’t miss our bigger roundup posts:
- Father’s Day crafts for little kids
- Handprint Father’s Day gifts
- DIY Father’s Day gifts from kids
- 1st Father’s Day gifts and crafts from baby
We’d love to know which card you ended up making — drop a comment below and let us know!
