Moms already know that they make the world go round. But it's nice to have a special day where everyone else acknowledges how special they are, too. Get your kids involved in the celebration by inspiring their creativity. Let their imaginations soar with fun Mother's Day crafts, cards and recipe ideas.
On Mother's Day, Celebrating the Everyday
With our children's firsts, we cheer them on, snap a photo, and sometimes remember to write it down. Here are some ideas for making the most of the everyday moments as a parent.
Emotions & Self-Awareness
What Mother's Day Cards Don't Say
We mom it, every single day.
“Thanks, daughter. This is helping.”: A Mother’s Day Reflection on Being Present
In honor of Mother’s Day, here are a few strategies for turning everyday moments with our children into quality time.
Adoptive Moms Are Real Moms
The creation of our family unit through adoption is irrelevant. I want people to know that being referred to as an “adoptive” mom pulls me up short.
9 Children’s Books for Mother’s Day
From the classic Are You My Mother? to the fun My Monster Mama Loves Me So, here are stories about the special connection between a mother and her child.
6 Mother's Day Traditions From Around the World
Mother's Day is a special holiday that gives people the opportunity to express their gratitude for the person or people who nurtured and raised them. Here are some fun and simple Mother’s Day traditions from around the world.
7 Fun Photo Ideas to Try With Your Family
It can be difficult capturing the perfect family photo with everyone smiling at once. Try these fun tricks to capture the spirit of your family instead!
Make a Memorable Craft or Recipe
Make Forget-Me-Not Paper Flowers
30 min activityHelp your child surprise their mom or another special loved one by making paper Forget-Me-Not flowers. You can easily mail them to your loved ones who are living in another place!
How to Make Painted Rocks
45 min activityGo on a rock hunt and make hand painted gifts for Mother’s Day or another loved one on their special day.
Make a Memory Book
45 min activityHelp your child create a memory book to document important or favorite experiences.
Pressing Flowers
Discuss the properties and appearances of different blossoms to create pressed flower art.
Create Your Own “My Family Traditions” Book
30 min activityExplore family and culture by making a story book about your family traditions.
Yarn-Wrapped Picture Frame
60 min activityShow a friend or family member how much you appreciate them by giving them this handmade picture frame.
Make a Picture Frame for Mother's Day
Perfect for little fingers, this Mother's Day photo frame craft is a great way to teach kids how to recycle materials and turn them into something amazing.
Family String Puppets
60 min activityMake fun string puppets featuring members of your family and then host a family puppet show.
DIY Face Magnets
The refrigerator is a hub for artwork, but can also be a really fantastic play surface for kids with DIY photo magnets!
Make Abuela Cecilia’s Mofongo
45 min activityWhat’s that amazing smell? Make mofongo with your child!
Mom Tiger’s Strawberry Banana Ice Pops
10 min activityOn warm, sunny days, join Mom Tiger in preparing tiger-tastic fruit ice treats that will delight your child's taste buds.
Create Pattern Jewelry for Mother's Day or Any Day!
Here’s a craft that doubles as a fun math learning opportunity!
Celebrate Mom with Cards and Awards
Make Appreciation Cards
Help your child talk about appreciation by making cards for the special people in their life.
Make a Pop-Up Card!
Learn how to make a card that pops open!
Hold a Family Awards Ceremony
15 min activityBoost your child’s self-esteem by helping them create awards recognizing their personal talents.
World's Greatest Award
Let someone know they're the greatest with this award!