Gifts for Preschool Graduates: A Collection of Heartfelt Handmade 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.
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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.

As graduation season approaches, many teachers may be thinking about giving heartfelt gifts from current students to those who are graduating.

Handmade items have a special warmth that makes both the giver and the recipient feel special.

Here, we introduce ideas for graduation gifts using familiar materials like plastic bottle caps and paper cartons.

Everything—from magnets and trinket boxes to photo frames—can be made together with the children.

Celebrate the graduates’ new beginning with a one-of-a-kind gift!

Gifts for Kindergarten Graduates! A Collection of Heartfelt Handmade Ideas (61–70)

Pop-up card that only needs a single cut

@an_hoiku_seisaku
It turns into a pop-up card with just one cut! 😍 Easy to make and delightful to receive ❤️ Definitely give it a try ☺️#Childcare Crafting #Production Video Graduation crafts (for preschool/kindergarten)#GraduationGiftFromKindergarten #Spring crafts #Graduation from kindergarten Pop-up card #Sakura Production
♬ cute kawaii – nanaacom

Pop-up cards often seem complicated, with lots of cuts to make.

But with this idea, you can create one just by cutting a circle and leaving about 1 centimeter on the left and right uncut! All you need are rectangular sheets of construction paper for the base and the pop-up mechanism, plus cherry blossom pieces for decoration.

First, fold both the base and mechanism papers in half.

Then draw a large circle in the center of the mechanism paper and cut it out, leaving a small section on the left and right uncut.

Attach this to the base, and your pop-up card is complete.

Decorate the inside and outside of the circle with cherry blossoms and add a message to finish.

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Bouquet-themed graduation-from-kindergarten congratulatory card

@chooobo2
Congratulations on your kindergarten graduation! 💐💕#March production #Graduation from kindergarten graduation ceremony (for kindergarten/preschool)Congratulations on your graduation from kindergarten Graduation Card (for preschool/kindergarten)#HandmadeCard Nursery teacher / Childcare worker Kindergarten Teacher #Nursery school #Kindergarten
♪ Life Is Wonderful – Chanyu-i

A bouquet is an essential gift for celebrations.

So why not handcraft a card with a bouquet motif? You can make it with a base that looks like wrapping paper and some flower parts.

For the wrapping paper, cut construction paper into a semicircle, then fold the left and right sides inward imagining an inverted triangle.

Cut the flower parts out of construction paper and make them look vibrant.

By making the flower centers the same color, you can create a sense of unity even if the petals are colorful.

Attach the flower parts to the upper center of the base, write your message below, fold the base closed, and you’re done!

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Pop-up! Photo Message Card

@and.connect2023
The season of farewells is approaching… Just like last year, here’s a message card you’ll want to send to someone special♫ I ran out of time, so the video ended up rushed and sped up… 🙇‍♀️ Even if it’s not a farewell message, it works for Valentine’s Day, White Day, or as a birthday card🫶❤️ Since it has a pop-up mechanism, it’s sure to make them happy❤️ Decorate it however you like and let’s make an original message card❤️ ✂︎ ………………………✂︎ ………………………… &connect#MayuMariSensei Enjoy parent-child time Fond of crafts Cherish time with your children Kids' crafts #EnjoyPlayingAtHome Parent-child time ❤️Crafting with parents and children #I love crafts work kit #Mom's smile is the best # Handmade Toy Series #HandmadeMessageCard Making a message card Interactive/Pop-up Album Pop-up card pop-up Pop-up card Graduation ceremony gift (for preschool/kindergarten)Graduation ceremony present Valentine’s card #WhiteDayCard #HandmadeBirthdayCard
♬ Cute / heartwarming / everyday / relaxing(1017869) – Sumochi

You can make it using just construction paper! This is a handmade idea for a card with photos that pop out.

You’ll use construction paper for the card base, the popping mechanism’s axis, and an accordion-folded strip to attach the photos.

In this idea, by adding a cross-shaped crease at the center of the mechanism’s axis and cleverly attaching the axis to the accordion-folded paper, the photos can be neatly stored inside.

The process is simple and doesn’t take much time.

Use your favorite colors of construction paper and your memorable photos to create a special handmade card!

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Easy Swirly Corsage

@n.annlee321
Easy twirly corsage 🌸Graduation Graduation Ceremony #Graduation from kindergarten graduation ceremony (for kindergarten/preschool)Enrollment Entrance Ceremony #corsage Handmade #HandmadeToys #100-yen-shop #100-yen shop DIY
♬ Athletic Meet “Heaven and Hell” (No Introduction) – Shinonome

Fun to make, beautiful to wear! These ideas are perfect for crafting with kids.

You’ll need wired organza ribbon, an awl, extra-strong double-sided fabric tape, scissors, tinsel stems (aurora ties), pearl beads, patch pins, felt, cardboard, and more.

Be careful not to get injured by protruding wires when cutting the wire or tinsel stems.

The combination of organza and pearls creates a glamorous and cute finish! Be sure to give it a try.

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Curly! Ribbon Rose Corsage

Flat ribbons transform into three-dimensional roses! This corsage idea is great because it comes together with simple steps.

You’ll need 3 cm-wide ribbon, a thick sewing needle, a lighter, scissors, and an awl.

The process is straightforward, but be careful to use the tools correctly.

If you’re a teacher planning to make these with children, it’s best to work one-on-one with each child.

The roses alone are lovely, but try arranging them with lace or pearls for an extra touch!

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Tsumami-zaiku corsage

@muwa0426
#TsumamiZaiku #pleat-pinching #corsage #corsage graduation ceremony (for kindergarten/preschool)Graduation Ceremony Entrance Ceremony Entrance Ceremony
♬ Cute BGM / Piano / Long version(1200475) – nightbird_bgm

The gentle three-dimensional texture that highlights the fabric’s feel makes tsumami-zaiku corsages perfect for special occasions like graduation ceremonies.

Start by folding small pieces of fabric into delicate petals.

Arrange the finished petals in a circle to create a soft, rounded flower shape.

Though it involves a bit of fine work, choosing colors and deciding how to arrange them becomes an enjoyable time of thinking, “What should I do?” By combining felt, lace, and pearl-like embellishments, your corsage can take on many different looks.

Give it a try!

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Gerbera corsage

@pprnarkn
For this year’s kindergarten graduation ceremony corsage, I arranged gerberas. They were too big as they were, so I removed the outer petals to make them smaller. Adding tulle makes it super cute ♥graduation ceremony (for kindergarten/preschool)Handmade #DAISO Seria
Mellow Mellow ♡ My Melody – My Melody

A charming corsage that links the language of flowers with heartfelt feelings.

Gerberas carry many positive meanings such as “hope,” “optimism,” and “always moving forward.” They’re the perfect flowers for a kindergarten graduation, as children take flight into the future with hope.

Each color also has its own meaning, so try creating yours while reflecting the children’s personalities and the message you want to convey.

Artificial flowers alone are adorable, but combining them with tulle or ribbon makes them even more glamorous!

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