12 Easy Grandparents Day Crafts for Preschoolers That Grandparents Will Treasure

Grandparents Day is a wonderful chance for preschoolers to create something special for Grandma and Grandpa. These easy Grandparents Day crafts for preschoolers are fun to make and become treasured keepsakes that celebrate the love between generations.

1. “Best Grandparents” Trophy

This fun craft lets preschoolers honor their grandparents with a special award they’ll be proud to receive.

A "Best Grandparents" trophy for Grandparents Day.

Materials:

  • Paper cup
  • Cardboard
  • Gold paint
  • Paintbrush
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Glue
  • Marker

Instructions:

  1. Paint the paper cup gold and allow it to dry.
  2. Cut two trophy handles from cardboard.
  3. Paint the handles gold as well.
  4. Glue the handles to opposite sides of the cup.
  5. Cut a circular cardboard base and glue the cup onto it.
  6. Write “Best Grandma,” “Best Grandpa,” or “Best Grandparents” on the front.
  7. Let preschoolers decorate the trophy with stickers or drawings.

2. Grandparents Day Card

A handmade card is a simple but meaningful way for preschoolers to share their love and appreciation.

A card made by preschoolers for Grandprents Day.

Materials:

  • Cardstock
  • Crayons or markers
  • Stickers
  • Glue
  • Child-safe scissors

Instructions:

  1. Fold a piece of cardstock in half to create a card.
  2. Encourage your preschooler to draw a picture of themselves with Grandma and Grandpa.
  3. Add colorful stickers and decorations to the front.
  4. Help your child write a simple message such as “I Love You, Grandma and Grandpa.”
  5. Decorate the inside with additional drawings.
  6. Sign the card with the child’s name.
  7. Allow any glue to dry completely.
  8. Present the card along with a hug on Grandparents Day.

3. Paper Plate Award Ribbon

This fun award ribbon is a wonderful way for preschoolers to recognize their amazing grandparents.

A paper plate award for Grandparents Day from preschoolers.

Materials:

  • Paper plate
  • Construction paper
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Child-safe scissors

Instructions:

  1. Decorate the paper plate with crayons, markers, or paint.
  2. Cut two long ribbon shapes from construction paper.
  3. Glue the ribbons to the bottom of the plate.
  4. Write “World’s Best Grandma,” “World’s Best Grandpa,” or “Best Grandparents” in the center.
  5. Let your preschooler add stickers and drawings.
  6. Allow everything to dry.
  7. Punch a hole at the top if desired.
  8. Present the award proudly on Grandparents Day.

4. Mason Jar Pencil Holder

Grandparents can use this practical gift to store pens, pencils, or craft supplies.

A mason jar pencil holder.

Materials:

  • Clean mason jar
  • Acrylic paint
  • Paintbrushes
  • Ribbon
  • Stickers

Instructions:

  1. Wash and dry the mason jar thoroughly.
  2. Paint the outside of the jar with colorful designs.
  3. Allow the paint to dry completely.
  4. Decorate with stickers, hearts, or flowers.
  5. Tie a ribbon around the rim.
  6. Write “Best Grandparents” if desired.
  7. Let everything dry.
  8. Fill with pencils or pens before gifting.

5. “Reasons I Love My Grandparents” Booklet

This sweet booklet captures a child’s thoughts and makes a treasured keepsake.

The cover of a booklet that says "Reasons I Love My Grandparents".

Materials:

  • White paper
  • Construction paper
  • Stapler
  • Crayons or markers

Instructions:

  1. Fold several sheets of paper in half.
  2. Staple them together to form a booklet.
  3. Create a colorful cover page.
  4. Help your preschooler think of reasons they love their grandparents.
  5. Dedicate one page to each reason.
  6. Draw pictures to accompany the ideas.
  7. Write simple captions beneath each drawing.
  8. Present the booklet as a heartfelt gift.

6. “All About My Grandparents” Mini Book

This simple booklet gives preschoolers a chance to celebrate their grandparents through drawings, coloring, and early writing skills.

"All about my grandparents" mini book.

Materials:

  • White paper
  • Construction paper
  • Stapler
  • Crayons or markers
  • Pencil
  • Stickers (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Fold several sheets of white paper in half to create pages.
  2. Use construction paper as the front and back covers.
  3. Staple the pages together along the folded edge.
  4. Write “All About My Grandparents” on the cover.
  5. Help your preschooler create simple pages inside with prompts such as:
    • My Grandma’s Name Is ______.
    • My Grandpa’s Name Is ______.
    • My Grandparents Make Me Feel ______.
    • My Favorite Thing to Do With My Grandparents Is ______.
  6. Encourage your child to draw pictures on each page.
  7. Let preschoolers decorate the cover with stickers, hearts, and colorful designs.

7. Grandparents Coupon Book

This thoughtful gift gives grandparents special moments to enjoy with their grandchild. Preschoolers can personalize each coupon with drawings and decorations.

A grandparents coupon book.

Materials:

  • White cardstock or construction paper
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Stapler
  • Crayons or markers
  • Stickers

Instructions:

  1. Cut several rectangles from cardstock to create coupon pages.
  2. Stack the pages together and staple one edge.
  3. Create a cover labeled “Grandparents Coupon Book.”
  4. Help your preschooler decorate each coupon.
  5. Write simple coupon ideas such as:
    • One Big Hug
    • Read a Story Together
    • Help Set the Table
    • One Extra Cuddle
    • Play a Game Together
    • Walk in the Park
  6. Encourage your child to draw matching pictures on each coupon.
  7. Decorate the cover with hearts, stars, and stickers.

8. Grandparents Day Crown

Let Grandma or Grandpa feel like royalty with a colorful crown designed especially by their grandchild. Preschoolers will enjoy decorating every inch of this wearable keepsake.

A paper crown for Grandparents Day.

Materials:

  • Construction paper
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Tape or glue
  • Crayons or markers
  • Stickers
  • Foam shapes or gems (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cut a long strip of construction paper to fit around an adult’s head.
  2. Cut crown points along one edge.
  3. Help your preschooler write “Best Grandma,” “Best Grandpa,” or “Best Grandparents” across the front.
  4. Decorate the crown with drawings, stickers, hearts, stars, and colorful patterns.
  5. Add foam shapes or plastic gems if desired.
  6. Measure the crown around Grandma’s or Grandpa’s head.
  7. Tape or glue the ends together to create a circle.
  8. Present the crown during your Grandparents Day celebration and take plenty of photos.

9. Grandparents Day Certificate

A homemade certificate is a fun way for preschoolers to recognize everything they love about their grandparents. It also encourages early writing and drawing skills.

A "World's Best Grandparents" certificate.

Materials:

  • White cardstock
  • Markers or crayons
  • Ruler (optional)
  • Stickers
  • Gold star stickers (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Use a marker to draw a simple certificate border around the cardstock.
  2. Write a heading such as:
    • Best Grandma Award
    • Best Grandpa Award
    • World’s Best Grandparents
  3. Help your preschooler write the recipient’s name on the certificate.
  4. Encourage your child to draw pictures of favorite memories with Grandma or Grandpa.
  5. Decorate the certificate with stars, hearts, flowers, and stickers.
  6. Add a section that says “Awarded By” and write the child’s name.
  7. Include the date of Grandparents Day.
  8. Present the finished certificate as a special award that grandparents can proudly display.

10. Decorated Bookmark

A handmade bookmark is a simple gift that grandparents can use every day.

A decorated bookmark with the words "I love you, Grandma and Grandpa".

Materials:

  • Cardstock
  • Markers
  • Stickers
  • Hole punch
  • Ribbon
  • Laminating sheets or contact paper

Instructions:

  1. Cut cardstock into bookmark-sized strips.
  2. Let your preschooler decorate with drawings and stickers.
  3. Write a short message such as “I Love You, Grandma and Grandpa.”
  4. Add colorful borders and designs.
  5. Laminate the bookmark or cover it with contact paper.
  6. Punch a hole at the top.
  7. Thread ribbon through the hole.
  8. Trim the ribbon ends and gift the finished bookmark.

11. Grandparents Recipe Card Craft

Preschoolers can celebrate a favorite family recipe by drawing the finished dish and decorating a special recipe card for their grandparents.

A grandparents recipe card craft.

Materials:

  • White cardstock or index cards
  • Crayons or markers
  • Pencil
  • Stickers
  • Hole punch (optional)
  • Ribbon (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cut the cardstock into large recipe-card-sized rectangles.
  2. Help your preschooler write the name of a favorite family recipe at the top, such as Grandma’s Cookies or Grandpa’s Pancakes.
  3. An adult can write the recipe ingredients and simple directions on the card.
  4. Encourage your child to draw a picture of the finished food.
  5. Let preschoolers decorate the card with hearts, stars, flowers, and colorful borders.
  6. Add stickers to make the recipe card extra special.
  7. Write “Made with Love for Grandma and Grandpa” at the bottom.
  8. If making multiple recipe cards, punch a hole in the corner of each card and tie them together with ribbon to create a small family recipe collection.

12. Fingerprint Heart Canvas

This colorful canvas combines creativity and sentiment into a keepsake grandparents can display for years.

A canvas decorated with fingerprints forming a heart shape.

Materials:

  • Small canvas
  • Washable paint
  • Paintbrush
  • Pencil
  • Permanent marker

Instructions:

  1. Lightly draw a large heart outline in pencil on the canvas.
  2. Place small amounts of paint on a paper plate.
  3. Help your preschooler dip a finger into the paint.
  4. Fill the heart shape with colorful fingerprints.
  5. Use multiple colors to create a vibrant design.
  6. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly.
  7. Write a message such as “Made with Love for Grandma and Grandpa.”
  8. Add the child’s name and the year.

These Grandparents Day crafts for preschoolers are simple, creative, and full of heart. Best of all, they help children create meaningful gifts that grandparents will cherish for years to come.

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