Mother’s Day Gifts to Do With Kids and Grandkids
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For the past three years, I’ve talked to my own grandmother for our Mother’s Daygift guide for grandmas, and without a doubt, she simply wants more time spent together. My mom also responds with similar sentiments, and I imagine plenty of other moms and grandmas out there are the same. I still want to gift themsomething,though,so I put together a list of things that double as activities moms and grandmas can enjoy with their kids and grandkids. Below, you’ll find a whole range of ideas for every type of giftee, whether she’s into cooking, crafting, or could use a self-care day. And, if you’re looking for even more gift recommendations, make sure to check out ourMother’s Day hub.
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AnAmy Sedaris-approved coloring book that can be enjoyed by grandkids and grandmas alike.
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If mom prefers crosswords over coloring, you two can tag team on these challenging Wednesday puzzles.
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An excellent addition for family game night, which has been described as “very energetic solitaire.”
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For giftees with even younger kids, DeeDee Moore, the founder of the grandparenting blogMore Than Grand, says this is a favorite for her and grandkids.
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If mom’s a home chef, you and her could cook a dish from a new cookbook. This one’s highly recommended by our senior kitchen writer for its “approachable but innovative” recipes.
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Here’s a way grandmas can bond with their younger grandchildren. With space to write, draw, and reflect, it’s a special way to record memories to look back on.
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If she likes puzzles, we recommend an aesthetically pleasing one from Pieceworks. And we suggest pairing this with areal life bouquetto go the extra mile.
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More suited for moms and grandmas with older kids, this board game is based on cryptic clues and can be played with two to 12 people.
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Bring the nail salon right to her living room with this Dazzle Dry starter kit. Multiple staffers are fans of its long-lasting, quick-drying polishes. Pair with a hydrating hand mask for the full experience.
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This kit comes with everything you need to make bubble tea at home: tapioca pearls or popping boba, royal milk loose leaf tea, rooibos chai loose leaf tea, and boba-sized stainless steel straws.
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My grandmother has had a set of painted plates from my sister and me displayed on her kitchen walls for nearly two decades. Here’s a way grandma and grandkids could make their own personalized plates together.
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Williams Sonoma Oven Mitt
If your mom or grandma likes to bake, gift her a custom apron and oven mitts with her name on them.
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Spend an afternoon crafting these beginner-friendly needlepoint artworks.
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A luxurious face mask makes for easy at-home facials. I recently tried this one from Symbiome, and it instantly hydrated and brightened my skin.
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Bundle this with the above for an extra-special gift. Or use this as a way to plan a spa day for the two of you.
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Senior Style Bibleco-founder Jodi Jacobson suggests creating experiences that the whole family can enjoy, like hosting an afternoon tea. She’s done this at nursing homes with intergenerational groups and recommends going the extra mile by making hats for the table.
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If mom’s an outdoorsy type, she’ll appreciate a fire pit the whole family can gather around. Add s’mores supplies to kick it off.
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Consider starting a planter box with grandma, complete with soil and flowers. This Keter Urban raised garden is a nice option since it makes gardening easier on her back and places plants closer to your windows without any additional furniture.
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For the mom or grandma who keeps ice cream stocked, here’s a way to make it homemade together.
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And if she or the family prefers slushies, go with this instead. Even the grandkids will have fun making their own frozen treats.
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For the mom or grandma who’s a baker, the KitchenAid stand mixer is a classic gift you two can use together. She may even pass down her famous banana bread recipe.
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