Handmade Grandparents' Day gifts at preschool! A collection of ideas using various materials

Magnets made from paper clay

Why not make a one-of-a-kind paper clay magnet and give it to a parent or guardian? First, use paint and paper clay to create clay in your favorite color, then shape it.

Any shape you like is fine—hearts, stars, and more.

Before the clay dries, use glue to attach beads and sequins and press them in lightly.

If you set up the environment so children can easily turn their ideas into forms, they’ll be able to focus and engage.

Attach a magnet to the back and add a message card, and it’s done! They’ll likely display it in a spot they see every day, like the refrigerator.

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A rainbow-colored bouquet

Why not present a handmade bouquet to parents and express your gratitude? First, glue a lace paper doily onto a sheet of construction paper cut into a circle.

Next, prepare flowers in a variety of colors.

Using a craft punch will give you neat flowers of uniform size.

Fold the lace paper into the shape of a bouquet, then arrange the flowers and glue them on.

Finish by adding a ribbon made from construction paper.

This vibrant, never-wilting bouquet will become a cherished memory for the parents.

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[0 years old] Footprint card

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Cards made with footprints are a delightful gift that lets you feel how little ones are growing! Put ink on the soles of their feet and stamp, then cut around the footprint.

For infants (0-year-olds), it’s best to gently ink the sole and stamp while they’re sleeping.

After that, match a theme like a caterpillar or an animal, and finish by attaching the footprint to a backing sheet along with a face photo and any pre-cut parts.

You can just picture the grandparents lovingly gazing at those tiny footprints.

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Handprint gift [Ages 0 and up]

[Respect for the Aged Day] A Handprint Gift Made with Clay [#3]

How about turning those memorable moments from early childhood into something that’s recorded and remembered—a thoughtful gift for Grandparents’ Day? Make a handprint using air-dry clay, paint it in bright colors, and let it dry thoroughly, and you’re done.

It’s simple, but a delightful present that shows how much they’ve grown.

Older children can knead the clay themselves, while for little babies, adults can handle the kneading and flattening.

Adjust the tasks to suit the child’s age and development.

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[Ages 1 and up] Grape Cards

Respect for the Aged Day grape postcard

This is a handmade grape card created by sticking round stickers all over it.

What you’ll need: a card, round stickers for the grape berries, a pen, and origami paper.

First, stick the round stickers, imagining them as grapes.

If 1- to 2-year-olds are making it, it’s recommended to mark guide spots with a pencil beforehand and work together.

After the stickers are in place, draw vines and leaves or attach cut pieces of origami paper to fill the empty spaces and complete the card.

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[Ages 2 and up] Handmade Bouquet

For 1- and 2-year-olds: Let’s send a handmade bouquet for Respect for the Aged Day

Why not draw your own patterns and make a heartfelt, handmade bouquet? Prepare some round-cut paper and decorate it by sticking on or tearing and pasting small pieces of colorful origami, and by using crayons, pens, or stickers to create unique designs.

Then simply attach everything to a backing sheet along with the wrapping parts, and you’re done.

It’s lovely as is, but if you add photos of the children’s faces, Grandma and Grandpa will be even more touched! It’s also a great idea to add extra drawings in the blank spaces before gifting.

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[Ages 3 and up] Pen Holder Made from Recycled Materials

[Respect for the Aged Day • Father’s Day • Mother’s Day] Cute Pen Holder Craft Gift Ideas [Nursery School • Kindergarten]

A practical pen holder makes a perfect gift for Respect for the Aged Day! If you use scrap materials, it won’t cost anything and is easy to make.

Let the kids enjoy creating however they like—drawing freely on construction paper, or using techniques like stamping or crayon-resist to make patterns.

Simply cut their artwork and wrap it around a toilet paper roll to make a great pen holder! You can also adapt the idea using milk cartons or plastic bottles.

Adjust the steps to match the children’s ages and what they can do.

Adding a message card or a bookmark made with their handprints or footprints would make it even more special.

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