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 Childcare Practice: Simple and Cute Handmade Gifts (41–50)
An origami medal you can write a message on
A handmade gift that conveys warmth! Here are ideas for origami medals where you can write a message.
Ready-made medals are wonderful, but how about giving one that lets you record the growth and efforts you noticed in the children at that time? You’ll need origami paper, ribbon 2–3 cm wide, cellophane tape, and scissors.
Write a message with a pen in the center of the medal made from origami paper.
Adding a little illustration would make it even cuter!
How to make a basic medal
This is our recommended way to make medals! Let me introduce some ideas for making basic medals.
When you think of the classic shape of an origami medal, what design comes to mind? Many of you may have received a medal with this design when you were children.
This time, let’s make a basic origami medal and give it as a gift! All you need to prepare are two sheets of origami paper and scissors.
If you attach a ribbon, you can hang the medal around children’s necks as a present, so feel free to add that arrangement.
shuriken
An origami idea that’s been loved for ages! Let me introduce the shuriken.
It’s one of the origami creations that imitates a traditional Japanese throwing star.
While shuriken are known as weapons used by ninja, origami shuriken are often enjoyed as toys or decorations.
Why not take this opportunity to make some as gifts for children? All you need are two sheets of origami paper.
When forming the shuriken shape, it’s important to make crisp, firm creases.
If the folds aren’t sharp, the finished shape can easily fall apart.
Keep these key points in mind as you complete it.
A medal that looks like the Order of Culture
Let’s give a three-dimensional, beautiful medal! Here are some ideas for a medal inspired by the Order of Culture.
The Order of Culture is a decoration awarded to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development of culture, and we’ll use it as a motif to create a medal.
Prepare colored construction paper, star-shaped cut paper, glue, tape, and ribbon.
If you’re unsure about a medal design, this can serve as a helpful reference.
Children will likely feel excited and delighted to receive such a beautiful medal.
Endless Card
Why not give an “endless card” as a handmade gift to show your appreciation to the children? The key points are that you can make it with just a single sheet of origami paper and you can freely decorate all four sides.
That way, you can include fun memories you shared with the kids and personalized messages for each of them! The card itself is easy to make with simple folding and cutting, so it’s not a burden, and you can also customize it with photos and stickers or add three-dimensional touches with ribbons.
Finish it as a special item that all the children will love, and create the best memory on the final day of your childcare practicum.
Medal made with a ribbon
Write a message or name in the center of the medal and give it as a gift! Here are some ideas for medals made with ribbons.
Many people love the gentle feel and cute finish that ribbon materials create, don’t they? This time, we’re introducing medal ideas that use ribbons and can be given with illustrations or handwritten messages.
After cutting cardstock into a circle, use double-sided tape or craft glue to attach the ribbon to the back, folding it as you go.
On the cardstock, write a message for each child and present it to them.
In conclusion
How were the handmade gift ideas? Did you find the perfect present to express how you feel? The teaching practicum that once seemed so daunting will surely leave you overflowing with feelings that make it hard to part from the children on the final day. Give them the present and make your last moments together something truly special.