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Mother’s Day Ideas

April 22, 2012

Mother’s Day is May 13th. That means it’s time to start thinking about what we’ll do for our moms this year instead of waiting until the last minute (you know who you are!). I try to mix things up instead of doing the same thing each year because I get so many siblings. Here are some of my favorites.

Fingerprint Flowerpots 
I love Ed Emberly’s books and have found ways to use them throughout our curriculum (more on that in the future, promise), but this next idea is just for fun. We dip our fingerprints into colorful paint, let them dry, and then turn the fingerprints into cute little images. The bigger one is a keepsake from my first class of students, but it shows how the fingerprints were turned into faces. The smaller one is a Mother’s Day example that was unfortunately broken along the way. It shows how the fingerprints can be turned into bugs and other critters. We write messages along the edges and then add tissue paper flowers (usually two). Mine are a little crushed from living in the closet, but they are really cute when they’re all fluffy and new.



If you want to grab your own books, I’d love it if you used my links.




Tissue Paper Stained Glass Frames
In other years, I’ve made stained glass frames that look really pretty when hung in a window or on sliding glass doors. This one is even easier than the flower pots. You’ll need clear contact paper, tissue paper scraps, popsicle sticks, and yarn or ribbon. I precut two pieces of contact paper the size of the popsicle frames for each student. Then students cut a large shape (usually a heart) out of tissue paper and stick it to the first piece of contact paper. After that, the fill up the rest of the contact paper with tissue paper scraps in different colors. When they’re finished, they seal the design with the second piece of contact paper. This gets glued to the frame, and then I hot glue a ribbon or yarn loop for hanging. Sometimes I include the suction cups too.

Tissue Paper Butterflies
Here’s another stained glass tissue paper project. I found the butterfly template in a teacher magazine, but any black and white lined image would work. Sometimes I even let students draw out their own designs when we have more time. Flowers are really cute ones to make. Using black construction paper, cut out the main design. On the back, cover the holes with tissue paper. I laminate them for durability. Sometimes we add bright pieces of paper on the front too, like the pink one for the butterfly’s body. The rest of the pieces are tissue paper that sunlight will sign through.

Ladybug Cards
This one is just too sweet not to share. I found this template in a teacher magazine too. I have students write poems or thoughtful notes inside.

Foam Fun
Finally, when you’re in a pinch you can never go wrong with foam stickers and shapes. My mother-in-law picked up really pretty glittery ones last year that I knew would be perfect for Mother’s Day. I added my own foam craft stick frames and letters. Some students wrote names, others did “Mom” or “I love you.” I took a picture of each student outside on our playground and hot glued it into the frame for them.

I have a few printable poems that I let students pick from for their moms too. You can grab them for free here. For more great Mother’s Day ideas, click over to a linky party at Kinder-Craze. You can find even more spring ideas at Mrs. Lirette’s Learning Detectives linky party.


Classroom Freebies Manic Monday

5-Star Blogger

 
This next part is just for bloggers. Have you seen the 5-Star Blogger Challenge
taking place over at The Organized Classroom Blog? Charity Preston has
challenged teacher-bloggers to reflect on their style of blogging. I know there have been mixed feelings about it and I debated adding this next part, but here it goes.

I
like the tag posts because I enjoy getting to know the bloggers I follow
personally as well as professionally. Why do I enjoy going to work every day? A
lot of it has to do with the wonderful teachers I work beside. I have a
personality and I’m going to let it show through my blog. However, I want mostly
teaching content from my blogs and if we’re tagging and awarding all the time, that’s a problem. So, you will find posts like that here, but they’re going to be few and far between.

Also, I love it when bloggers I follow give the scoop on awesome websites
they’ve found or super ideas from other teachers I might have missed. That’s
all about promoting collaboration and sharing to me. It’s also how I found new
blogs to follow. However, I follow bloggers who personally appeal to me and I think it’s hard to show yourself when you’re pushing ideas you’ve found somewhere else most of the time. So, you will find posts here with other ideas and resources, but they aren’t the primary focus of my blog. I personally don’t consider Linky Parties as part of that because you’re writing your own post, with your own ideas. I think the great thing about Linky Parties is that you’re able to get a whole bunch of original ideas about the same topic.


I guess my point is… it’s all about balance. I was happy to take the time to reflect on what I might be able to do to give even more content to my little community of teacher friends here. Please don’t ever hesitate to let me know how you feel!



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  1. luckeyfrog says: April 21, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    Ooh- you just gave me an idea! I think I might do thumbprint pots but have the kids make their "family" in fingerprints! A little Mom, Dad, siblings, etc… 🙂

    Jenny
    Luckeyfrog's Lilypad

    • Christi at Ms. Fultz's Corner says: April 22, 2012 at 7:08 pm

      How cute would that be?!

  2. Sandra Maddox says: April 21, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    Everything is so cute! I love the thumbprint pots and the Ladybug cards!
    Sandi
    Literacy Minute

  3. ~The Bargain Babe from *Zucchini Summer Blog* says: April 22, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    I love those pots with the fingerprints! I will help my own kids make those for Grandma's mothers day gifts. 🙂

    • Christi at Ms. Fultz's Corner says: April 22, 2012 at 7:09 pm

      You'll have to share pics when you're finished. They'll be so cute!

  4. The Organized Classroom Blog says: April 22, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    Great post! Definitely a 5-Star Blogger! Thanks for linking up!

    Charity
    The Organized Classroom Blog

    • Christi at Ms. Fultz's Corner says: April 22, 2012 at 7:09 pm

      Thanks, Charity!

  5. Maria says: April 23, 2012 at 12:53 am

    Thanks for linking up with your Mother's Day ideas. So many cute projects. I pinned you to my Mothers Day board and I'm your newest follower!

    Maria
    Kinder-Craze

  6. Ms. Jessica says: April 30, 2012 at 10:32 am

    This is so great! We planted our plants in plain old coffee cups, I'm going to have to have the kids decorate the container for next year!
    -Jessica
    A Turn to Learn

  7. Donna Boucher says: April 30, 2012 at 12:18 pm

    Adorable ideas!!

    Donna
    Math Coach’s Corner
    Math Coach’s Corner on FB

  8. Mrs D says: April 30, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    so many cute mothers day activities, thanks for sharing!

    http://readingwithmissd.blogspot.ca/

  9. Ashley says: May 1, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    I love all of the Mother's Day ideas! And as far as being a five star blogger, I think you hit the nail on the head. It is all about balance! Be sure to stop by my blog. I am having a giveaway!

    Ashley
    Live2Learn

  10. Ashley says: May 1, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    PS I am a new follower!

    Ashley
    Live2Learn

  11. Busy Bee says: May 2, 2012 at 2:46 am

    I also make the flower pots, but I put fish gravel in them and flower pens. Mom always has a pen in the kitchen! To make the pens just buy the regular white Bic pens. Remove the tops. Get artificial flowers (colored gerber daisies are great). Cut each flower off individually, leaving the stem and removing any leaves. Put the flower right next to the pen and wrap green floral tape around it. Stick it in the gravel inside the flower pot. So cute!

  12. Hank hendricks says: July 9, 2012 at 5:13 am

    Where you find the thumbprint pots? I will use it if i remember.

    Send gifts to pakistan

  13. Sheryl says: April 8, 2014 at 12:29 am

    Did you use acrylic paint or tempera? I'd also put Mod Podge to seal the paint, then spray with Aileen's craft spray and they'll last forever!

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NOT every day is like this and being a wahm has its fair share of challenges, but today was one of the sweet ones.⁣⁠⠀
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This guy is convinced that fly swatters make the best snow toys. I was gathering a few things for him to take outside-- dump truck, buckets, sand rake... nope! ⁣⁠⠀
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Fly swatters. He used his imagination and came up with a dozen ways to play with them. He was so stinkin' happy!⁣⁠⠀
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I hope he always has this sense of adventure and confidence. I hope he always looks for the creative solution. I hope I can continue to encourage his independence and also survive raising him. ;)⁣⁠⠀
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Whether it's motherhood or your business... make your own way. ⁣⁠⠀
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Start small if you have to. Take a tiny step. Figure it out along the way. ⁣⁠⠀
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Each setback will make you wiser.⁣⁠⠀
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Each win you have will give you more courage. ⁣⁠⠀
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If you're ready to make a go of it in this online space, I can help. ⁣⁠⠀
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Momma Said There'd Be Days Like This // Swipe to s Momma Said There'd Be Days Like This // Swipe to see the "before" photo just minutes earlier. She was so HAPPY and cozy in her little snow bear suit. Then she got a little snow on her booty and wondered what on earth we had done to her.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
I can relate, kid. We all have days like this.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
I intentionally spend each morning with my kids before I start work for the day. We play and read and snuggle and learn. Many days, it's adorable. It's bliss. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Other days? I'm looking at the clock before 10am and wondering when their father is coming home to relieve me of their "adorable" antics. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
The same thing happens in my business. Sometimes I'm cruising along in a winning stretch. Ideal clients are booking, work is fulfilling, technology in playing nice, opportunities are coming our way.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Other times? You turn around and the calendar isn't as full as you'd like, you're working with someone who isn't your ideal client, factors beyond your control are smacking you in the face... sigh.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
But just like Charlotte girl, it's nothing that can't be fixed. The people you have in your corner make a huge difference. We picked her up, dusted off her booty, and she went on to enjoy the adventure.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
You NEED people like that in your corner too. Whether it's your momma tribe in this season of raising littles or your business bestie as you grow your dream.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Need business help? I get the juggle and just how much you have on the line. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
I help female business owners, especially mommas, create profitable online spaces. I offer logos, websites, social media graphics, and print marketing to beautifully tie your brand together. Virtual digital marketing assistance also available.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
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#daytonmoms #dayton #daytonsmallbusiness #mompreneur #supportsmallbusiness #momboss #wahmlife #communityovercompetition #savvybusinessowner #creativepreneur #risingtidesociety #blogginggals #creativechics #theimperfectboss #fempreneur #smallbusinesslove #smallbizsquad #womenempoweringwomen #inspiredwomen #galtribe #solopreneur #femalefounders #thehappynow #bedeeplyrooted #womeninbusiness #leadhership #startuplife #socialmediamarketing #wahm
Create Your Own Way // Today was another one of th Create Your Own Way // Today was another one of those "pinch me, is this real?" moments in work-at-home-mom life. Unexpected snow meant hitting the pause button on work to enjoy it with my kiddo. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
NOT every day is like this and being a wahm has its fair share of challenges, but today was one of the sweet ones.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
This guy is convinced that fly swatters make the best snow toys. I was gathering a few things for him to take outside-- dump truck, buckets, sand rake... nope! ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Fly swatters. He used his imagination and came up with a dozen ways to play with them. He was so stinkin' happy!⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
I hope he always has this sense of adventure and confidence. I hope he always looks for the creative solution. I hope I can continue to encourage his independence and also survive raising him. ;)⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Friends, in a time where social media is often telling us that we all need to be the same... I hope you take something from my little Carter man. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Whether it's motherhood or your business... make your own way. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Follow your gut. Use your unique gifts. If what's popular doesn't feel right for you, try something else. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Your people are out there. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
#daytonmoms #momlife #motherhoodunplugged #mommylife #letthembelittle #childhoodunplugged #thatsdarling #motherhoodrising #candidchildhood #momsofinstagram #motherhoodthroughinstagram #mompreneur #wahmlife #mycreativebiz #womeninbusiness #creativeentrepreneur #makersmovement #gritandvirtue #communityovercompetition #socialmediamarketing  #escape9to5 #createalifeyoulove #selfimprovement #entrepreneurlife #thehappynow #joyfulmamas #dailyparenting #risingtidesociety #createcultivate #pursueyourpassion
Go For It // As I've expanded my own services, I'v Go For It // As I've expanded my own services, I've been talking A LOT with female small businesses owners. The common theme with so many of them is this desire, this goal, this vision, this BELIEF that they were on the cusp of something really great... and yet they waited.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
They waited for confidence.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
They waited for acceptance.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
They waited for perfection. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
They waited for other obligations to make space.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
STOP WAITING. Do you need permission?? Fine, you have mine. I give you permission to go for it.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Start small if you have to. Take a tiny step. Figure it out along the way. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Each setback will make you wiser.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Each win you have will give you more courage. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
If you're ready to make a go of it in this online space, I can help. ⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
I help female business owners create profitable websites for their coaching businesses, boutiques, lifestyle sites, food blogs, educational websites, etc. If it's YOUR passion, then it's my passion to help you do it right.⁣⁠⠀
⁣⁠⠀
Offering logos, websites, social media graphics, print marketing, and virtual digital marketing assistance. We'll put our heads together and make it work. I promise.⁣⁠⠀
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Small Moments // My husband wearing the floral bab Small Moments // My husband wearing the floral baby carrier to take Charlotte on adventures is pretty much the best. He wanted to see the Apollo 11 exhibit, which was in its final days nearby in Cincinnati, so they made the trip together. ⁣⁠⠀
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It left me with just one kiddo, which meant a mommy-son date of our own. Then I was able to knock out some work in my office while Carter played, something that's more challenging with Miss Charlotte around these days.⁣⁠⠀
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Ryan could have left both kiddos with me, but aside from the fact that I would have given him serious death glares, he WANTS to do things like this with his kids. Charlotte was more than happy to tag along. ⁣⁠⠀
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I've said it before and I'll say it again... this season of life is HECTIC. He's in the last 1.5 years of a ten year plastic surgery training journey. I'm growing my own small business and expanding my services. Our kiddos are little and not in school yet. It's allll a juggle.⁣⁠⠀
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A season like this will teach you. Challenge you. REWARD you. You learn to make time for what matters, give a whole lot of grace, and enjoy as much of the journey as you can. I'm learning to be more flexible, fight my perfectionism, and really make the small moments count.⁣⁠⠀
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Tradition // I've been making handprint and footpr Tradition // I've been making handprint and footprint projects with Carter since his first week home and adding Charlotte to this mix has been so sweet!⁣⁠⠀
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When Carter was born, I bought simple white 8x10 picture frames for our home and each set of grandparents. Then we update their picture frames throughout the year with seasonal art from the grandkids.⁣⁠⠀
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They make such sweet keepsakes. I occasionally look back through our previous designs and it amazes me every time how much Carter's little hands and feet have grown over the years.⁣⁠⠀
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It's also one of the sneaky ways we practice following directions and fine motor skills in preparation for school. I have loved watching Carter's participation evolve too-- he was the director this month for sure! He picked a dino out for himself and seriously debated between a unicorn or a bee for Charlotte.⁣⁠⠀
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If you're looking for more inspiration, I alway share my ideas on our hobby family blog, Completely Christi. Button in profile.⁣⁠⠀
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Learn As You Go // Do you ever feel like you've bi Learn As You Go // Do you ever feel like you've bitten off more than you can chew? I think Charlotte was having one of those, "Did I really eat all that" moments here.⁣⁠⠀
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I thrive on a full plate, but also advocate for balance in motherhood, business, and life.⁣⁠⠀
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My brain loves research and data and training, but some of my best decisions in life have happened when I just jumped in. ⁣⁠⠀
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The perfectionist in me could work a project to death, but there aren't enough hours in the day so sometimes "almost perfect" really is enough.⁣⁠⠀
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Watching this little lady explore has been such a lesson in life. Her personality is fascinating. She is completely fearless {hopefully we work on that} and dives in to everything full force. She is rarely content to just sit back and watch. She certainly makes her voice heard. ⁣⁠⠀
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Here's to being a little more like Charlotte... jumping right in, figuring it out as you go, learning something each time you fall down and smack your face, and somehow having the courage to get back up and go at it again.⁣⁠⠀
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Bake The Cookies // I shared this sentiment over o Bake The Cookies // I shared this sentiment over on our family blog {button in profile if you want to follow my hobby project}, but I wanted to capture it here too.⁣⁠⠀
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Sometimes I have really grand visions of motherhood in my head. Carter and I in our matching aprons, the kitchen is clean, toys are put away in the background, and we're covered in flour and sugar and love while we bond over baking cookies from scratch. We cuddle blissfully on the couch while the cookies bake and Charlotte naps peacefully upstairs.⁣⁠⠀
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I have the ingredients in the pantry, but you know what I don't have? The time, energy, or patience for all that mess. Yep, I said it.⁣⁠⠀
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I absolutely TREASURE sweet moments with my kiddos, but baking cookies just isn't happening right now. We had good intentions to make them for Santa and even that fell off the list.⁣⁠⠀
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When I saw these Valentine cookies at the grocery store, I hid them in the shopping cart for a day just like this. ⁣⁠⠀
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And you know what? It was FINE. Carter had fun. We still had time together while sis napped. There wasn't a mess to clean up after. Everyone wins. ⁣⁠⠀
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There wasn't batter to lick from the beaters, but he licked some of the cookies before they made it to the baking sheet. That basically counts right?⁣⁠⠀
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Second child alert: definitely let Charlotte eat one and Carter was waaaay proud that she got to enjoy his masterpiece. ⁣⁠⠀
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So mommas, I see your hearts. I know you want the best for your kiddos. And whatever that means to you, I'm cheering you on.⁣⁠⠀
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Mom Life // I treated myself to an awesome new kit Mom Life // I treated myself to an awesome new kitchen gadget last month and I've been experimenting with lots of combinations so I don't get bored. Much to my delight, this one turned out PINK!⁣⁠⠀
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I wasn't in to smoothies until I had the second kiddo, when my bowl of cereal would get soggy just about every day before I finished it. As a momma, it's easy to put yourself last and that meant too many skipped meals and raiding the pantry by mid-afternoon. Or late nights where dinner was skipped because I kept waiting for my husband to get home and then I'd wake up absolutely starving by morning.⁣⁠⠀
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I resisted because the blender is not my friend. More dishes was a hard no for me, but I can quickly hand wash this when I'm finished and pop it on the drying rack for the next day. TA-DONE!⁣⁠⠀
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Sometimes a simple change is really all it takes to make a big difference. YOU deserve to be on your priority list! What simple change could make a difference for you??⁣⁠⠀
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I linked this one in the Amazon Finds button in my profile if you want to treat yourself.⁣⁠⠀
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