Appreciate someone special
Create a handmade appreciation card and simple gift, write three reasons you value that person, decorate it, and present it proudly.
Step-by-step guide to create a handmade appreciation card and simple gift
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Step 1
Gather all the materials on a clean table so everything is ready to use.
Step 2
Fold one sheet of construction paper in half to make a simple card.
Step 3
Cut a smaller rectangle from plain paper so it will fit neatly inside the folded card.
Step 4
Glue the plain paper rectangle to the inside of the card to make a writing space.
Step 5
Use your marker or pen to write three clear reasons you value that person on the glued paper.
Step 6
Sign your name under the three reasons so the card feels personal.
Step 7
Cut a long thin rectangle from plain paper to make a simple bookmark gift.
Step 8
Decorate the bookmark with colouring materials and stickers to make it bright and special.
Step 9
Attach a short piece of ribbon to the top of the bookmark using the glue stick to finish it.
Step 10
Decorate the front of the card with a drawing a big hello or stickers to make it cheerful.
Step 11
Let the glue dry for a minute so everything stays in place.
Step 12
Put the card and the bookmark gently inside the envelope or small box.
Step 13
Give the card and gift proudly to that person so they can see how much you care.
Step 14
Share a photo or short description of your finished creation on DIY.org
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can we use if we don't have construction paper, plain paper, or ribbon?
Use cardstock or the blank side of a cereal box folded in half for the card, scrap printer paper or magazine pages cut into the inner plain paper rectangle and bookmark, and swap ribbon for yarn, a paper strip, or washi tape attached to the top with the glue stick.
My glued paper rectangle inside the card keeps peeling up—what should I do?
Press the glued plain paper rectangle firmly and smooth with a ruler, then let the glue dry under a heavy book for a few minutes or use double-sided tape or white glue instead of the glue stick to hold it flat.
How can we change the activity for younger or older children?
For preschoolers, pre-fold the construction paper and pre-cut the plain paper rectangle and bookmark so they can stick, colour, and add stickers with adult help, while older kids can write the three clear reasons themselves, hand-letter the front, and create more detailed bookmark decorations before attaching the ribbon with the glue stick.
How can we upgrade or personalize the card and bookmark to make them extra special?
Glue a small photo, pressed flower, or short handwritten poem onto the plain paper rectangle inside the card, cover the decorated bookmark with clear contact or tape to protect it, attach the ribbon with the glue stick, and tuck both items into a decorated envelope or small box.
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Facts about gratitude and kindness activities for kids
✍️ Writing three reasons you value someone helps you spot small, meaningful details you might otherwise miss.
🎁 Handmade gifts are often treasured longer than store-bought ones because they show time and thought.
🎨 Making art, even a simple card, can help kids feel calmer and more focused.
🕰️ Sending greeting cards became especially popular in the Victorian era after mass printing made them affordable.
💌 Writing a thank-you note can make both the writer and the reader feel happier — gratitude boosts mood!
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