Heartfelt and Handwritten Mother’s Day Card Ideas for Kids
With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to do to show your mom how much you appreciate her. Handmade cards are always a thoughtful and appreciated mother’s day gift. If you’re looking for some of the best ideas on how to create a one-of-a-kind card, check out this FREE printable packet of Mother’s Day card ideas for kids at the bottom of the post. The freebie includes 5 different card options that are great for Mother’s Day, mom’s birthday, or any day you just want to show her a little extra loving on her special day!
CUTE MOTHER’S DAY CARD IDEAS FOR KIDS TO WRITE
If you need a ready to go activity, this FREE printable packet is the perfect solution. All you need to do is follow these three steps to access you free homemade cards to write:
- Sign up to receive the email newsletters and announcements from Your Therapy Source. If you are already signed up simply enter your email to access the download.
- Download the set of cards for mom.
- Grab some pencils, crayons, or markers and start writing and coloring your beautiful card for Mother’s Day!
You can grade the activity so it is suitable for kids of all ages. Younger kids can decorate the card however they wish and older kids can write a lovely note (and practice handwriting at the same time).
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS PACKET OF FREE MOTHER’S DAY CARD IDEAS FOR KIDS?
This FREE PDF includes 5 different cards in two different styles to get your started on your homemade mother’s day card. One option is dotted lines to help students practice handwriting legibility. The other option is no lines for older students OR younger students who would rather draw a picture on the inside of the card.
The 5 printable, cutest cards to fold and use are:
- My Mom Is Awesome Alligator Card (color and black and white)
- I love Mom Seal Card (black and white)
- Strong Like Mom Shark Card (black and white)
- I love Mom Sloth Card (black and white)
Here is another picture of the printable template.
Aren’t they so cute? It is such an easy mother’s day card because it is all set to go.
I love the cute little card with the sloths on it. If you need more sloth ideas, check out this super cute Sloth Activity packet!
Sloth Coloring Pages and Activity Book
EASY MOTHER’S DAY CARDS TO MAKE IN SCHOOL
Making a Mother’s Day card in school is a great way to show your mom how much you appreciate her. And it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming – there are plenty of easy Mother’s Day cards that you can make right in the classroom. Here are just a few ideas:
Handmade Mother’s Day Card Ideas with Construction Paper
Use construction paper to make a card in your mom’s favorite colors. Write a special message inside, and decorate the front with hearts, colorful flowers, or other motifs.
Use markers or crayons to draw a picture of you and your mom on the front of a blank card. On the inside, write a poem, quote, or simply express your gratitude for all that she does for you.
Collage Card
Making a collage is always a fun craft and is a great idea for open-ended options for your students! Get creative with paper scraps! Glue on colorful pieces of wrapping paper, construction paper, or even photos to create a collage-style card. Make a tissue paper flower card – this is great for fine motor skills! On the inside, add a handwritten note or sketch.
Heart Card
Cut out a heart shape stencil and use mini sponges to dab paint inside the heart on a card. Write a nice note inside and this card is ready to go. Perfect for the little ones!
Fingerprint Card
Fingerprint Greeting Card – use this Mother’s Day craft template to create a super easy, meaningful card for mom.
Butterfly Handprint Cards
Put some paint on your hands and press them on a piece of folded paper. They will become the butterfly wings. Let it dry and add in details with a marker for the head and the body. Write “You make my heart flutter” on the card. May try handprint flowers and write “Thank you for helping me to grow”.
Whatever design you choose, your mom is sure to appreciate the sentiment behind it. So get creative and enjoy making these easy Mother’s Day cards!
Check out more Mother’s Day Crafts for Preschoolers here.
WHAT CAN I WRITE IN THE MOTHER’S DAY CARD?
Sometimes kids are not sure what to write in their cards to mom. Here are a few simple suggestions:
- Happy Mother’s Day! I love you so much!
- Thank you for being the best mom ever!
- I’m so lucky to have you as my mom!
- Thank you for always being there for me.
- I appreciate everything you do for me.
- Thank you for your love and support.
- I’m so grateful to have you as my mom!
- Thank you for being the best mom I could ask for!
- Happy Mother’s Day to the best mom in the world!
There are so many ways to show your mom how much you love her. Remind your students that sometimes, a simple idea can mean the most. It does not have to be a perfect card. A cute card, handwritten by a child, is one of the best ways to create a memorable gift. Just a few heartfelt words from you will let her know just how much she means to you. So go ahead and write the best Mother’s Day card ever!
NEED TO GET THOSE HANDS READY TO WRITE?
Mother’s Day Movement Cards and Games: digital download includes 27 movement cards to get children moving like a baby and mama animal. Encourage the children to make small movements while moving like the baby animals and larger movements while moving like the mama animal to practice grading muscle control.
Mother’s Day Movement Cards and Games
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