[Graduation Keepsakes] Gifts for Teachers and Children: A Collection of Heartfelt, Memorable Present Ideas

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Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

Are you wondering what gifts to give the children and teachers for the graduation ceremony or thank-you party? Because it’s a keepsake that will last in their memories, you want to deliver something truly special.

Here, we’ve gathered ideas perfect for graduation mementos from nursery and kindergarten.

From original goods featuring drawings by the children to practical items that can be personalized with names, there are plenty of heartfelt gift options.

Find a one-of-a-kind keepsake that captures the children’s growth!

[Graduation Keepsakes] Gifts for Teachers and Children! A Collection of Memorable Present Ideas (1–10)

A cute flower with candy inside

@niconico_mama
[Graduation Gift] I made something where, if you embed that little something in a cute flower and give it as a present, it’ll make that beloved kid so happy 🥰#Graduation from kindergarten Graduation Graduation Ceremony #asmr
♬ Original song – Niko 🧸 Childcare/Crafts/Play/Handmade Toys – Niko 🧸 Childcare/Crafts/Play/Handmade Toys

Here’s how to make a flower using a lollipop.

First, stack several sheets of tissue paper and accordion-fold them, then cut a slit in the center.

Insert the lollipop through the slit to secure it, and peel back the tissue paper sheets one by one to create petals around the candy.

The candy acts as the stamen and the stick as the stem.

Making several and arranging them into a bouquet would be lovely—try using different colors of tissue paper for that.

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Colorful coasters made from clear files

@pi_chan.sensei__hoiku
Here’s what we’re bringing you this time: “Colorful Coasters with Swappable Photos”! Gift-making idea 🎁 We made colorful coasters using a clear file and magic tape 🌈 The translucent look is so cute and perfect for summer!! And it’s great that you can swap in your favorite photos anytime!!#March production #April Production #May production Nursery teacher / Childcare worker #Nursery School Craft Gift making Father’s Day craft Mother’s Day craft Family Day #Nano tape #Transparent Origami
Irotoridori (Chorus ver) – Yuzu

Let’s make colorful, cute coasters with your favorite photos.

Prepare clear tape, nano tape, double-sided tape, scissors, a clear file folder, and your memorable photos.

Stick transparent origami onto nano tape and cut it into squares.

Cut the clear file into the base shape of the coaster.

Place the photo inside and secure it with double-sided tape, then attach the nano tape with the transparent origami around the photo to frame and decorate it.

It’s also fun to choose the color order while thinking of the person you’re gifting it to.

They might look great as indoor decorations, too.

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Flowers made with pipe cleaners that even small children can make!

https://www.tiktok.com/@niconico_mama/video/7470476105456143636

Let’s make flowers using heart-shaped packing peanuts and chenille stems (pipe cleaners).

It’s easy enough for kids: simply skewer three peanuts onto the pipe cleaner and roll them up.

After adding the peanuts, curl them into a circle to form petals, then use the pipe cleaner to create the stamens and stem.

Once finished, wrap the flowers with tissue paper or lace paper to make a bouquet.

Heart-shaped packing peanuts come in many colors, so you can make flowers in your favorite shades.

Put your gratitude into each one and craft them with care.

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[Graduation Commemorative Gifts] Heartfelt Gift Ideas to Give to Teachers and Children (11–20)

Sparkling Origami Crown

https://www.tiktok.com/@hoikushi_worker/video/7199469848622009602

Prepare a sheet of shiny origami paper cut to one-quarter size and let’s make a crown.

Fold the left and right sides toward the center, then fold up the bottom as well.

Inflate the paper slightly as you fold to complete one part.

Make six parts using the same method and connect them together.

Adjust the origami size to fit your child’s head.

Cut the shiny origami into 16 thin strips, fold them into star shapes, and attach them as decorations to the crown.

Give this crown a try—it’s perfect for special occasions.

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Photo frame made with a paper plate

@handmade.appuppu
How about this as a graduation gift from preschool? ❣️ Try making it with your favorite paper plate 🤗💓 ——————————————————— On this account @handmade.appuppu, we share tips for creating educational materials (glove theater) ✂️ and behind-the-scenes of our projects 🫣 for hardworking preschool teachers and moms, every day♪ In Stories, we also share mini crafts exclusively 💌✂️ ———————————————————Nursery teacher / Childcare worker #Kindergarten #Nursery school Early childhood education materials #Childcare Crafting #theater #Glove Theater Production #Making Play #Childcare Crafting #ParentingMom Educational toy Childcare Graduation crafts (for preschool/kindergarten)#GraduationGiftFromKindergarten
♬ Original Song – Appuppu Workshop 📛 From a Kindergarten Teacher’s Perspective × Handmade Childcare Goods – Appuppu Workshop 📛 Handmade Childcare Goods

You’ll take lots of photos with teachers and friends at the graduation ceremony, right? So how about giving the graduates a photo frame as a gift? Prepare a paper plate with a festive pattern and make cuts on the inside to create the image of a double-opening window.

Attach a handle made from construction paper to the window, and stick on parts around the edge that say “Congratulations.” Finally, add a ribbon made of yarn and a string so it can be hung on the wall, and it’s complete.

It would be lovely if they display their cherished memories from the graduation ceremony in it.

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Original paper-clay keychain

@fujikidstok
Making original keychains by/for the kids ☺️keychain Production #Paper clay Nursery teacher / Childcare worker
Original song – kids fun world – kids fun world

A handmade paper-clay keychain is a great way to add a personal, cozy touch.

Prepare paper clay, paint, yarn, a clip, and beads to get started.

Knead your chosen paint color into the paper clay.

Shape it as you like, then decorate it with beads, glitter, and ribbons to make it pop.

Before the clay dries, set the keychain clip by embedding it into the clay, then let everything dry to finish.

Applying a final coat of varnish will give it a glossy, more vibrant look.

For the keychain cord, use yarn or ribbon as you prefer.

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A glamorous flower corsage

@an_hoiku_seisaku
It's nice to attend the ceremony with a handmade corsage, isn’t it? 🌸 Just cut, layer, and glue! Even though it’s a simple task, you can make a corsage that looks luxurious. ✨#Childcare Crafting #Production Video Graduation crafts (for preschool/kindergarten)#GraduationGiftFromKindergarten #Spring crafts #Graduation from kindergarten #corsage Handmade corsage graduation ceremony (for kindergarten/preschool)
Haruka – YOASOBI

Layer construction paper to make it! Here’s an idea for a corsage made by cutting colored construction paper.

What you’ll need: construction paper in your favorite colors, scissors, origami paper, round stickers, double-sided tape or glue stick, liquid glue, a paper cup, and lace paper doilies.

Place the petals—cut from the colored construction paper—one by one around the rim of the paper cup.

After applying glue, continue layering the petal pieces in the same way.

Once the paper cup is no longer visible, attach the folded, cut lace doilies and add a ribbon to finish.

Kids will be excited to work on this project.

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