A flower card that even 2-year-olds can make!

[Fold, Paste, and Draw] From around age 2! Mother's Day Craft | #childcareideas #craft #diy #mothersdaygift

Here’s a craft idea where you can fold, paste, and enjoy some drawing too.

All you need is construction paper cut into teardrop shapes.

First, paste one piece flat onto a backing sheet.

Then fold the remaining two pieces in half and paste them on the left and right to complete a spring-like tulip.

Draw in the stem and leaves with crayons.

If the child is too young to use scissors, an adult should prepare the teardrop-shaped pieces in advance.

Prepare a variety of colors—red, blue, yellow, and more—and you’ll have a gorgeous flower field.

It also makes a great gift from children to their parents or guardians.

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A telegram-like letter holder

[Kindergarten/Daycare] Mother's Day Craft Part 2 / Just like a telegram ♡ / How to make a letter holder ♡

Telegrams are an easy way to send a congratulatory message, and these days there are lots of cute ones, like those that come with stuffed animals.

This idea is about making a handmade version of such a telegram.

Cut construction paper into the shape of a bear and cover the entire surface with crumpled tissues.

Then attach face parts made from construction paper on top, and finish by having the bear hold a tube made by wrapping decorative washi paper around a toilet paper roll core.

Slip a heartfelt letter into the tube and give it as a gift.

It’s a lovely idea that can be made with many different motifs besides a bear.

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Cupcake memo stand

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!

Topping Chocolate Stick

Let’s make original decorations! Here are some ideas for toppings that look like chocolate sticks.

What you’ll need: straws, construction paper cut into heart shapes, tissue paper, double-sided tape, ribbon, pipe cleaners, yarn, craft glue, and decorative materials.

How about decorating heart-shaped “chocolates” made from construction paper together with kids who are increasingly eager to do things on their own? It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day crafts, too! Give it a try!

Magnets made from paper clay

Why not make a one-of-a-kind paper clay magnet and give it to a parent or guardian? First, use paint and paper clay to create clay in your favorite color, then shape it.

Any shape you like is fine—hearts, stars, and more.

Before the clay dries, use glue to attach beads and sequins and press them in lightly.

If you set up the environment so children can easily turn their ideas into forms, they’ll be able to focus and engage.

Attach a magnet to the back and add a message card, and it’s done! They’ll likely display it in a spot they see every day, like the refrigerator.

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Valentine’s chocolates made with paint and stickers

Why not try making a cute heart-themed craft for Valentine’s Day? First, prepare two types of hearts: pink and white.

The key is to make one slightly larger so that when you layer them, the white creates a border.

Have the children paint on the hearts with brown paint.

Once the paint is dry, add stickers to decorate the hearts even more.

Next, make a pastry chef holding a heart.

Prepare facial parts in advance and let the children glue them on freely.

Arrange it so the pastry chef is holding the heart, and it’s complete!

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“Family Day” Photo Frame

[Kindergarten/Preschool] Father’s Day gift in June! Making a photo frame

In May and June, we have Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, which bring more opportunities to show appreciation to parents.

How about making a photo frame as a heartfelt gift to express your gratitude? One method is to cut out the photo area from a milk carton, cover it with construction paper, and color it.

There are many other ways too, such as using origami paper, toilet paper rolls, or yarn.

Feel free to adapt the method to suit your child’s age.

For the photo, consider using one taken with the parent or one that shows the child’s growth.

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