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Mother's Day & Father's Day Family Day Gift-Making Ideas

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.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

In recent years, with the diversification of families, more and more preschools are adopting a “Family Day” instead of limiting celebrations to Mother’s Day or Father’s Day.

How about making gifts with the children to express everyday gratitude and say “thank you” to their beloved family members?

This time, we’re introducing craft ideas for gifts you’ll want to make for Family Day.

We’ve gathered lots of ideas that let you use simple materials and recyclables—such as handprints, footprints, and photos that capture children’s growth, as well as practical items for everyday use.

Please use these as a reference.

Since we’re introducing ideas that make the most of each child’s individuality, we use the term “seisaku” (制作), meaning “craft-making/production,” in the main text.

[Mother’s Day & Father’s Day] Family Day Gift-Making Ideas (1–10)

Bouquet made with bag stamps

@lion.sensei_hoiku
Bag stamp series♪ It can even turn into a carnation. Anything goes, right? 🦁 How about it for Mother’s Day? 🩵Nursery teacher / Childcare worker Childcare student #Nursery school #Nursery School Craft #AtHomePlay work #Mother's Day
I Want to Be Cute (feat. Hanon & Kotoha) – HoneyWorks

Let’s have fun with pom-pom stamping! Here are some bouquet ideas you can make with bag stamps.

A bag stamp is a simple stamp that uses the knot of an air-filled bag to dab paint onto paper with a light bouncing motion.

It’s safe and recommended even for infant classes, since the fluffy bag makes stamping gentle! This time, let’s make carnations using red and pink paint.

Try drawing the stems and leaves with crayons to create a warm, cozy feel.

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Wall decoration with a helper ticket

Family Day present making (Kindergarten senior class)

Wall decoration with a helper ticket

Perfect for a Family Day gift! Here’s an idea for a wall decoration that comes with “help coupons.” Express your gratitude to parents and guardians through helpful actions! Children will also feel happy when their parents use the help coupons.

Include the coupons along with a message card, a portrait drawing, and origami flowers, and present them as a set.

It’s great to decide the kinds of help together with each child through discussion.

Take this opportunity to give it a try!

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stained-glass-style photo frame

@hoiku.seisaku
The sheer look is the key ✨ Just by using a transparent backing, your Mother’s Day gift project instantly becomes stylish 🎁 Adjust the activity content according to the grade level and be sure to give it a try! Materials and crafting tips are in the comments 🎀#Childcare Crafting #May production May Crafts Mother’s Day craft Family Day Craft
To You, Who’s Trying Harder Than Anyone in the World – Kigurumi

Decorating is fun! Here are some ideas for a photo frame that looks like stained glass.

In May, we also have Mother’s Day events, right? Many of you might be wondering what to make for Mother’s Day.

Let’s try creating a stained-glass-style photo frame that looks even more beautiful when it catches the light and becomes slightly translucent.

You’ll need toilet paper rolls, laminating film, origami paper, washi tape, double-sided tape, stickers, construction paper, and scissors.

You’ll end up with an original photo frame that showcases each child’s unique personality!

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[Mother’s Day & Father’s Day] Family Day Gift Craft Ideas (11–20)

Handprint and Footprint Card

[Nursery School] Mother's Day and Father's Day Crafts (Nishi-Ogawa Campus)

Handprint and Footprint Card

As families take many different forms, there’s a growing tendency not to hold traditional “Mother’s Day” or “Father’s Day” events.

So how about creating a “Family Day” to share children’s growth with their caregivers? From the time they were newborns, caregivers have watched over their children’s development.

If you take their handprints and turn them into an art piece, you might be moved to see their growth at a glance.

Let’s continue to watch over the children’s growth together from here on out.

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A bouquet made with paint

For Mother’s Day! Cute DIY message card! [If you like it, let me know with a “👍” in the comments 😆] #Shorts

A bouquet made with paint

The key is to finish by twirling with a cotton swab! Here are some ideas for making bouquets with paint.

Receiving a bouquet fills you with joy and emotion, doesn’t it? The colors and types of flowers convey the giver’s thoughts and feelings, warming the recipient’s heart.

This time, let’s use paint and cotton swabs to create a one-of-a-kind, special bouquet! You’ll need drawing paper, paint, cotton swabs, crayons or colored pencils, and stickers.

It’s sure to make a gift that expresses love and gratitude.

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key stand

[Kindergarten/Daycare] Father’s Day Gift in June! Making a Key Stand

key stand

How about giving a key stand that can be placed by the front door and used every day by Dad or Mom? It’s practical, and above all, a key stand handmade by your child will surely become a treasure for parents.

Have your child freely arrange handprints or footprints, portraits of Dad or Mom, or favorite photos on construction paper.

Then stick it onto a cork board (you can get one at a 100-yen shop) and attach hooks for hanging keys—that’s it! You can also use techniques like marble art or marbling for the backing.

Try it out in a way that suits your child’s age!

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Cupcake memo stand

@sakurannbo55
It will set in two or three days 👍#Event practice #Father's Day present #Childcare Crafting Memo stand #AConstructionCompanyWithChildcareWorkers #Construction company in Ehime
♪ Poe-poe Yaba-yaba Butterfly-san – San Usagi

Let’s make it with clay! Here are some ideas for a cupcake memo stand.

Turn a practical memo holder into an adorable cupcake shape using clay.

Just spotting your cupcake memo stand will warm your heart every time! All you need are paper clay, clips, and beads.

The beads will be used as decorative toppings, so choosing your favorite colors and shapes will get kids excited, too.

Give it a try!

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