5 Kindergarten Graduation Gifts They'll Actually Keep
By Amanda Minuk, Doodle Paw Press
Preschool or Kindergarten is one of those milestones that is bittersweet. Your lil baby is no longer so little, and on their way to becoming a "big kid", but you are also so proud of the lil person they are becoming.
It's so wonderful to celebrate these moments and even better to get a lasting gift that will remind your little one of this special occasion.
If you're looking for a gift for the little graduate in your life- here are five graduation gift ideas that they'll actually keep long term!
1. A meaningful graduation storybook
I'll be upfront - I wrote You're Going To Go Far, so I am biased towards this book but it came from the heart of life lessons that my dad taught me- perfect for the moment of graduation.
The kind of message this book shares includes being kind to others, never changing for others, and being true to your word. It ends with: "the best way to go far... is to be exactly who you are!".
Whether you want it as a personalized keepsake with their name and photos, a premium hardcover gift edition or need it quick and want to order on Amazon, I've got you covered.
Even if you don't choose my book, what I love about giving a book, is that instead of giving a card that gets lost, you can write your message inside this book (in mine there's a special page for it) AND have teachers sign the book and they'll keep it forever.
Personalized version → Etsy
Ships-fast version → Paperback on Amazon
Gift Edition (non custom) → Hardcover
2. A graduation themed stuffed animal
Ok, I know another stuffed animal- but whether it's a Jellycat or another stuffy, kids LOVE getting stuffed animals.
Pick something that matches their personality - there's a Jellycat for every kid or get the classic grad bunny or choose another high quality brand.
Find grad stuffies at independent toy stores or online.
3. A custom photo fame with their name
We take thousands of pictures of our kids a year and barely any of them make it off our phones. Graduation is the moment to break that habit. Get a custom frame with their name on it and print a photo from the ceremony.
It goes on their dresser. It stays there for years.
Search Etsy for "personalized kindergarten graduation frame" for makers who'll do the whole thing for you, or grab a frame and DIY.
4. A keepsake memory box
SK graduation is exactly the kind of moment parents want to preserve - the little diploma, the class photo, the artwork that survived the year. A beautiful memory box gives all of that a home.
Search "kindergarten memory box" on Etsy or check HomeSense if you want do DIY your own.
5. A personalized ornament
While it's not Christmas yet, marking this milestone with a custom ornament is a nice idea to commemorate the occasion.
A simple personalized ornament with their name and graduation year is cute and lasting gift you can give a five year old. Search Etsy for "kindergarten graduation ornament" .
What did I miss? Let me know!