Recommended for nursery and kindergarten sports days! A collection of handmade medal ideas
At nursery and kindergarten sports days, you want to give medals to the children who did their best with a cheerful “Great job!” Handmade medals become a special memory for the kids, too.
Here, we introduce a variety of DIY ideas, such as gold medals and original medals that use the children’s photos.
There are many ways to make medals—from ones that are easy to craft with familiar materials to more elaborate versions—so please use these as a reference.
We hope to see lots of smiling faces at the sports day!
Recommended for nursery and kindergarten sports days! A collection of handmade medal ideas (1–10)
Shaka-shaka Medal
Let’s give a unique medal that makes a sound when you shake it! Here are some ideas for “shaka-shaka” medals.
For children, receiving a medal can feel like their individuality and hard work are being recognized.
A simple medal is great, but how about making and gifting a shaka-shaka medal that rattles when shaken? You’ll need colored construction paper, clear wrapping bags, ribbon, glue, and scissors.
Create the parts with the colored paper and assemble them by gluing them together.
The Lion’s Gold Medal
Let’s give an impactful medal that becomes a lasting memory! Here are some ideas for a lion-themed gold medal.
It’s a humorous concept perfect for those who want to present medals to hardworking kids but are unsure about the design.
This time, let’s make a memorable lion gold medal.
You will need colored construction paper, round stickers, sticky-note stickers, glitter origami paper, ribbon, thick paperboard, a ruler, a compass, scissors, glue, a pen, and a craft knife.
The idea that makes clever use of sticky notes is really fresh, isn’t it?
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!
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.
First Star Medal
Let’s give the gift of a sparkling, one-of-a-kind little star! Here’s an idea for a “First Star” medal.
Star motifs often evoke positive images like happiness and hope because of their glittering shine, don’t they? This time, let’s make and give “First Star” medals to children.
You’ll need: star-shaped aluminum cups, a hot glue gun, beads and straws, ribbon, a photo of the child, laminate film, stickers, scissors, tape, double-sided tape, and a stapler.
If you put beads and other bits into the aluminum cup, it makes a fun rattling sound!
Cut-and-paste medal
I’m glad the process of making medals is simple! Here’s an idea for medals you can make just by cutting and pasting.
Wouldn’t it take quite a bit of time to handcraft medals for everyone in the class? Let’s reduce the workload a little while still making cute medals to give.
What you’ll need: thick paper (cardstock), a pencil, scissors, glue, holographic origami paper, and ribbon.
Cut the cardstock into circles and draw illustrations or text.
Then cut the holographic origami paper and glue it onto the cardstock like flower petals—that’s it! Attach a ribbon so it can be worn around the neck.
Star-shaped medal made from a paper cup
Let’s make medals using everyday materials and give them as gifts! Here’s an idea for a star-shaped medal made from a paper cup.
When making handmade medals, many people find it hard to gather all the materials, right? This time, how about using a paper cup—an easy-to-find material—to create a star-shaped medal? What you’ll need: a paper cup, your favorite stickers, glitter or foil origami paper, scissors, glue, ribbon, and craft adhesive.
It’s a unique idea that makes clever use of the round bottom of the paper cup!