At the End of Preschool Practicum: Simple and Cute Handmade Gifts
As your childcare practicum draws to a close, many of you may be thinking, “I want to give a little present to the children I had such a fun time with.” But during a busy placement, there isn’t much time to carefully decide what to give, is there? So this time, we’re sharing ideas for gifts you can give the children at the end of your practicum.
From message cards and bouquets that convey your feelings directly, to playful toys like spinning tops and pinwheels, and even wearable items like necklaces and rosettes—there are plenty of ideas! Imagine the happy faces of the adorable children and put your heart into making them.
And don’t forget to check with the preschool in advance to make sure it’s okay to give gifts to the children!
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[At the End of Preschool Practicum] Simple and Cute Handmade Gifts (31–40)
origami kaleidoscope
https://www.tiktok.com/@sodacatorigami/video/7424703234926759169It’s exciting to make it by hand! Here are some ideas for an origami kaleidoscope.
A kaleidoscope is a toy that uses mirrors to reflect beautiful patterns and colors, and the view changes magically as you change the angle.
It’s usually tube-shaped and contains colorful small pieces like glass, beads, or other parts.
This time, let’s make a unique kaleidoscope using only origami! All you need are two sheets of origami paper in your favorite colors.
Try spinning the circular origami—it’s really fun!
Simple long-tailed tit (Shima-enaga)
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The plump, round shape is so cute! Here are some simple long-tailed tit (Shima-enaga) ideas.
The Shima-enaga is an adorable wild bird native to Hokkaido, Japan, known for its small, round body.
In recent years, its cute appearance has inspired illustrations and characters, winning fans of all ages.
This time, let’s make a Shima-enaga with origami.
All you need is a sheet of black or gray origami paper and a black pen or colored pencil.
The simple steps make it a delightful project!
Simple tulip
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Let’s express our gratitude! Here are some simple tulip ideas.
Your days at the practicum site were probably stimulating, full of discoveries and learning, right? Many of you were likely energized by the children’s laughter and their unique personalities.
Let’s show our thanks to the children with origami tulips.
The three-dimensional, plump tulip blooms are absolutely adorable! If you ask about each child’s favorite color beforehand and hand one to them individually, your feelings are sure to come across.
Side-dish cup medal
Choose a cute pattern and give a special medal! Here are some ideas for “okazu cup medals.” Okazu cups are cup-shaped containers used as dividers for side dishes in bento lunches.
This time, let’s use okazu cups to make medals.
You’ll need okazu cups, construction paper, gold cardstock, ribbon, and more.
Okazu cups come in a variety of designs, so choosing them can be exciting.
It’s also nice to ask the child’s favorite color and make it a gift.
A Pacchincho that looks like a flower
How about giving Pakuncho, a cute toy that even looks like a flower, as a gift for children? The charm of this idea is that you can make it with just a single sheet of origami—no scissors or glue needed! It’s a creative twist on traditional origami, perfect for times when the usual feels a bit plain or boring.
Since both the front and back colors of the paper show, it turns out beautifully with double-sided or patterned origami.
Put your fingers in and move it vertically and horizontally to play—it’s sure to bring smiles to children’s faces!
At the End of Childcare Practice: Simple and Cute Handmade Gifts (41–50)
Cute yet simple! Sports day medal
Cute yet simple medals made with felt! Here are some ideas for sports day medals.
When you think of sports day medals, many people probably imagine cutting and pasting origami or thick paper.
This time, let’s make medals that turn out adorable with just a few easy steps by using soft, touch-friendly felt.
What you’ll need: construction paper, felt, origami paper, ribbon, clear tape, glue, scissors, and a pen.
Using felt gives a gentle, cozy look, doesn’t it? Give it a try!
Snap camera
It’s so fun to play with! Let me introduce the idea of a “Pachin Camera.” How about giving a Pachin Camera as an origami gift? It’s an origami camera you can make with simple steps, and the little origami mechanism is such a fun idea.
It’s adorable to see children play, expand their imagination, and pretend to take photos saying, “Say cheese!” It can be used for make-believe play or pretend photography, so it seems like it will broaden the ways kids can have fun.
On the last day of your childcare practicum, let’s make even more memories with a Pachin Camera made of origami!