I Love You to Pieces Craft | A Great Mother's Day Student-Made Gift Idea

Looking for a meaningful, easy-to-prep craft that your students can gift to someone special?  This "I Love You to Pieces" writing prompt and craft is the perfect student-made gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Grandparents’ Day, Valentine’s Day, or any special occasion!

This craft is perfect for all ages!  It works well for students as young as Pre-K all the way through late elementary grades.

How it Works:

Students will tear pieces of construction paper and use them to fill in two heart shapes, creating a colorful mosaic effect.  

While having fun with the rip-and-tear technique, they’ll also develop fine motor skills.  

Best of all, it’s a simple to prep and budget-friendly craft!

 

What’s Included?

1 Ready-to-Print PDF (Not Editable)

1 Picture Template

 

How to Complete the Craft:

 Color - Students begin by coloring their papers using markers or crayons.

2.   Writing Prompt – Students complete the prompt about someone special they love and why.  Encourage them to use complete sentences and add meaningful details.

3Heart Collage – Provide students with a variety of construction paper colors.  Have them tear the paper into small pieces (no scissors needed!) and glue them inside the hearts to create a mosaic effect.  

**TIP* Encourage students to start with the edges of the hearts first, then fill in the centers.

Add a Picture – Take and print a 4x6 photo of each student.  

Using the template, cut the pictures down to size and glue them into the frame.  

No photos?  No problem!  Students can draw a self-portrait instead.

Laminate – Once the craft is complete and the glue has dried, laminate for extra durability. 

       Gift Time! – Students are ready to surprise their special someone with their heartfelt, handmade keepsake.

 

This quick, easy, and budget-friendly craft is a perfect, meaningful gift for any special occasion.  Whether for Mother’s Day, Father's Day, Grandparents’ Day, or Valentine’s Day, it’s a keepsake that families will cherish for years to come!

Click HERE to download the "I Love You to Pieces" Printable from my TpT store!