Top Photo on the left and center: My two kids with their paternal grandmother (abuelita) and my kids with their maternal grandfather and grandmother on bottom photo

Why are Grandparents’ so important? Next to their parents, a child’s grandparents hold a very important role in their lives.  Not only do they teach them special things, they also love them different from a parent.  My kids are very blessed to have their grandparents’ in their lives, they spend time with them and my son has very special memories with each of them.  For our family there is distance separating them from their grandparents, try not to let that stop you! A photo, card, or phone call can go a long way.  This relationship between grandparents and parents rely on you the parents when they are little.  Making a little effort matters, and I know how easy it is to become busy and forget the little things. So this year on grandparents’ day I really wanted to make something special for my children’s grandparents to show them just how important and special they each are to us and the kids.  So here are a few Grandparents’ Day craft ideas for you and your little ones to create.  Remember that the creation of memories starts now. 

            Idea #1: Personalized

Cards: Great for both Grandma and Grandpa, where you can tell a little story about your child and their grandparents’ favorite things to do together.  I had my son draw pictures (to the best of his ability) and then I elaborated with words.  We also used stickers to help add a little decor.  These are great for grandparent’s offices, living rooms, or refrigerator

s, then they can save them and go back to them as the grandchildren get older.  I also think that for you grandparent’s if you’re making a special scrapbook or photo album for all your precious memories this card is perfect for that as well! 🙂

          

  Idea #2: Book Marks and Door Hangers:  My son and I made both; One for his paternal grandmother (as my son calls her Abuelita) and his maternal grandparents’.  You can see the photo to the right of the post, you can of course add whatever you like to decorate and add those personal touches.  These are great gifts for the special day. 

     

       When sending these little treasures, have your kids place the stamp on the envelope and place it in the mailbox.  Grandparents appreciate any little thing you send them, a little letter or note saying you love them.  Although we the parents put in most of the work, we can still include our little ones in the process.  One day Grandma and Grandpa will have the chance to show them their work. 

            Take this grandparent’s day to show your love and appreciation for the special ones in you and your children’s lives.  I know that for me my grandparent’s taught me so much, I am lucky to still have my paternal grandmother here with me today.  She taught me a lot about life and things that I still use today.  My maternal grandparents’ taught me to love unconditionally.  Now it’s my parent’s turn (and mother in law) to teach my children the things that I cannot.  I am so blessed that my kids have these amazing people to look up to and admire one day, the same way I did with my grandparents. 

            Thanks for stopping by today, hope that some of these ideas help you to decide what you and your child will do for their grandparents on this special day.  Remember to pass my blog along to other mommies so together we can strive for mommy success! 🙂

XOXO,

Reina