Gifts for Preschool Graduates: A Collection of Heartfelt Handmade Ideas
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!
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Gifts for preschool graduates! A collection of heartfelt handmade ideas (1–10)
Photo frame made with a paper plate
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You’ll take lots of photos with teachers and friends at the graduation ceremony, right? So how about giving the graduates a photo frame as a gift? Prepare a paper plate with a festive pattern and make cuts on the inside to create the image of a double-opening window.
Attach a handle made from construction paper to the window, and stick on parts around the edge that say “Congratulations.” Finally, add a ribbon made of yarn and a string so it can be hung on the wall, and it’s complete.
It would be lovely if they display their cherished memories from the graduation ceremony in it.
Original paper-clay keychain
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A handmade paper-clay keychain is a great way to add a personal, cozy touch.
Prepare paper clay, paint, yarn, a clip, and beads to get started.
Knead your chosen paint color into the paper clay.
Shape it as you like, then decorate it with beads, glitter, and ribbons to make it pop.
Before the clay dries, set the keychain clip by embedding it into the clay, then let everything dry to finish.
Applying a final coat of varnish will give it a glossy, more vibrant look.
For the keychain cord, use yarn or ribbon as you prefer.
Decorated pen holder made from a clear cup
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A decorated pen holder that lets you look back on memories is perfect as a gift for kindergarten graduates.
Prepare a clear plastic cup, masking tape, memorable photos, tissue paper, double-sided tape, and scissors, then let’s get started.
Fold the tissue paper three times and cut it into any shapes you like.
When you unfold the tissue paper, you’ll be surprised by the accidental shapes that appear.
Arrange and stick the tissue paper and photos onto the clear cup in a balanced way.
If you like, you can draw illustrations or add stickers such as flowers.
Place another clear cup over the top and secure the rim with masking tape to finish.
Try making it while reminiscing about the fun memories.
Gifts for Kindergarten Graduates! A Collection of Heartfelt Handmade Ideas (11–20)
Sakura transparent photo frame
The transparent photo frame is so cute! Here’s how to make a cherry blossom photo frame that’s perfect as a gift.
First, make the cherry blossom parts using origami.
Prepare a laminating film and a photo pocket, then peel open the laminating film and lay it flat.
Next, place the cherry blossom parts on the film.
Carefully close the film, making sure no air bubbles get trapped.
Prepare the straws for the frame and glue two straws together.
Attach the straws along the edges of the film.
Stick the photo pocket onto the film on the side you want to be the front.
Finally, insert your favorite photo into the pocket, and you’re done!
Thank-you pendant
How about making pendant crafts to celebrate the graduating children? Prepare round-cut portraits and laminate them.
Cut them out, leaving about a 5 mm margin.
Fill a compartmented container with beads, beach glass, mosaic tiles—anything you like.
Next, use stone powder clay from a 100-yen shop and knead it into the shape of a hamburger patty.
Wet your hands to smooth the surface.
Embed the laminated portrait, then embed your chosen decorations around the clay.
Insert a paperclip with its end bent at 90 degrees into the top, and let it dry for about four days.
Once it’s dry, attach a ribbon and you’re done!
Colorful Coaster
https://www.tiktok.com/@pi_chan.sensei__hoiku/video/7372920493227183367You can put a photo inside! Here’s how to make colorful, cute coasters—perfect for kindergarten graduates.
You’ll need transparent origami paper, nano tape, a clear file folder, and a photo.
First, stick the transparent origami paper onto the nano tape, then cut it to fit the frame of the clear file.
Next, cut the clear file into 10 cm × 10 cm squares.
Place the photo in the center of the clear file and peel off the film.
Finally, peel the tape’s film around the edges and stick it onto the clear file to finish!
A card with potted flowers that pop outNEW!
Deliver your feelings in words! Let’s handmake a message card.
This idea uses only construction paper and features a pop-up potted flower.
The flowerpot is given a three-dimensional effect by adding straight and curved cuts along the fold of a sheet of construction paper folded in half.
For the flower, cut a circle from construction paper, fold it in half twice, then make mountain folds outward on the side opposite the creases.
Next, round off the corners to form the flower shape.
Attach the flower above the pot, and it’s complete.