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Ideas for handmade gifts for teachers to give at the preschool graduation ceremony

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
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 for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and for 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I also engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Afterwards, through freelance writing, planning, and editing work at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Leveraging the perspective cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I aim to deliver practical information—focusing on fields related to music and children—that values both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, handcrafts, toys, drawing, traditional play, the outdoors, books, DIY, and crafts. Special skill: spinning-top tricks.
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.

As graduation season approaches, many people start thinking, “I want to give a handmade gift to the teacher who took such good care of my child.” Here, we introduce ideas for handmade gifts to give to kindergarten or nursery school teachers.

From cute pipe-cleaner keychains and practical sacoche bags to mini bouquets you’ll want to display, these are all projects you can enjoy making together with your child.

Create a one-of-a-kind gift filled with gratitude to preserve your memories with the teacher in a wonderful way!

Ideas for Handmade Gifts to Give Teachers at the Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony (21–30)

So cute! Herbarium

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So cute! Herbarium

Herbariums are popular as interior decor.

They’re easy to make—just put parts and oil into a container you like and close the lid—so they’re great for kids’ crafts.

First, cut a clear sheet to fit inside the container and stick on any stickers you like.

Place it in the container, then add the flowers.

Adjust the positions of the sheet and flowers to design the look, and then pour in the oil.

Finish by decorating the container, and you’re done! Try changing the parts and decorations you use to create different kinds of herbariums.

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Milk carton accessory case

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Here’s an idea for making a small container from a milk carton.

First, cut out the container’s net (template) from the milk carton.

The size is up to you, but it’s recommended to cut it so that one side of the carton becomes the bottom of the container.

Glue rectangular construction paper to both the front and back of the template, then fold along the crease lines to form a box.

Fold the corners so they stick outwards.

Punch holes in the protruding corners and tie a ribbon to finish.

Plain construction paper is fine, but if you paint a colorful design on the outside with paints, you can make use of painting techniques and enjoy an even more engaging craft time.

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Handmade card with washi tape garland

[Graduation Ceremony/Birthday] Handmade Message Card with Washi Tape Garland [Gift Craft]

Handmade card with washi tape garland

Perfect for expressing your feelings! Here are some handmade ideas for message cards.

The main design is a garland made with washi tape.

First, attach pieces of washi tape to a string at equal intervals.

Fold each piece of tape over the string so it sandwiches it, then trim the corners to make a flag shape.

Punch holes in the base card, thread the garland string through, and stick it down at a diagonal.

Add a photo of the child, write their name and your message, and you’re done!

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Shortcake memo stand

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A memo stand is a great gift idea for a teacher who has helped you.

It’s a practical way to hold notes, and it’s nice that it can sit on a desk to be enjoyed anytime.

Use yellow and white clay and a ring mold to make the base.

For the fruit, use decorative parts, and for the cream, use whipped decoration.

Finish by attaching the memo-holding stand, and you’re done.

You can find clay, ring molds, whipped decorations, and more at 100-yen shops or craft stores, so pick items that match the look you want and give it a try.

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Graduation Ceremony Slideshow

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Graduation Ceremony Slideshow

Here’s an idea for a slideshow of children’s memories that fills the entire venue with a warm, cozy atmosphere.

By looking back at tiny hands and bright smiles from when they first started school, the fun moments from sports days and field trips, and the little milestones of their daily growth, both kids and adults will naturally smile.

No complicated preparation is needed—just gather photos and videos and show them in order, and it will be moving enough.

Add some music and brief comments, and it becomes an even more memorable and special time.

It’s a wonderful idea that lets everyone share memories together while adults also take a fresh look at the children’s growth.

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A bouquet made of tissue paper

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A bouquet made of tissue paper

By simply stacking a few sheets of tissue paper, accordion-folding them, and gently fluffing them open, you can create cute carnation-like flowers.

Using easily available materials like tissue paper and floral wire, you can make them easily with your child.

On graduation day, have each child hand one flower to the teacher while expressing their thanks, and then gather the flowers into a bouquet to present—your teacher will surely be moved to tears.

It’s also a great idea to include the bouquet alongside other gifts like a photo album or video message!

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The final surprise in the room

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A surprise in the classroom is a final chance to spend time with the teacher who has helped you, the parents, and the children, and the key is being able to enjoy it in a warm, homey atmosphere.

Decide on the structure of the gift DVD early on, include memorable moments with the teacher and messages from the children, and create a DVD that will leave lasting memories.

If you have the children make a flower gift out of origami, you’ll end up with a colorful bouquet that could make the thank-you party even more special.

Let’s plan the timing of the presentations and other details so we can create a fun and heartwarming appreciation party.

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