Mother’s Day lands during the busiest time of the school year. It’s the end of the year, and we are smack in the middle of testing season leaving us with little time for the extras. This post shares Mother’s Day gifts from students. They are designed to be easily made without taking much class time. They honor mothers, grandmothers, and all maternal figures. Encourage meaningful connections and gratitude with these simple yet impactful tokens of appreciation.
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Mother’s Day Craft and Card Activity:
This thoughtful Mother’s Day craft lets students express gratitude while also providing a practical gift for mom. It includes a writing tool and handmade card. They are ready-to-print colored cards for mom, stepmom, grandma, aunt, mum, nanna, and homeroom mom. It ensures every maternal figure in your students’ lives can feel celebrated.
Add a pen or pencil using washi tape to attach as a charming flower stem. Additionally, you can add a mini set of sticky notes and a magnet on the back. Moms can then hang these up on the refrigerator or magnetic board for quick notes.
Suggested Additional Supplies:
- Pen or pencil (one for each student)
- Washi tape (if using pencils…if using pen, just cut a slit to slide the tab of pen into)
- Mini sticky notes (you can split them and give about 20 sheets to each student)
No Prep Mother’s Day Card:
As teachers, many of us want to give students the opportunity to create a Mother’s Day gift. However, at this time of the year we are usually very limited on time. These no-prep cards are a perfect solution. Simply print and fold the sheet. Students can then create personalized messages for any special lady in their lives.
Each page prompts students to reflect on different things. These include their gratitude, favorite qualities, and cherished memories with their maternal figure. From listing reasons for thanks to crafting heartfelt coupons, this activity fosters meaningful connections and reflection.
Mother’s Day Puzzle Pack:
Here’s a neat idea for Mother’s Day that won’t take up much of your classroom time. You know those puzzles your students love to work on when they finish early?
Consider making them a special gift. Your students can give it to their moms and even work on it together.
This set includes a cover sheet. It is designed like a word search that spells out “Happy Mother’s Day.”” It has a space for your students to add a personal note on the bottom. It’s a simple way to create some quality time between moms and their kids. Plus, it won’t take up much classroom time. Just print and staple the puzzles, and you’ve got yourself a heartfelt gift ready to go.
I hope these time-saving ideas for Mother’s Day gifts your upper elementary students can make provide helpful inspiration.
