Looking for a Mother’s Day idea that’s heartfelt, lasting and easy for little ones to be part of? A Memory Jar ticks all the boxes.
It’s a simple, meaningful gift that gives children a chance to reflect on what makes their mum (or grandma, or carer) so special — and it’s something Mum can treasure forever.
Here’s how to create your own Mother’s Day Memory Jar at home or in the classroom.
What You’ll Need:
- A clean jar (recycled jam jars work beautifully)
- Paper or card cut into small strips
- Crayons, pencils or markers
- Ribbon, stickers, or anything your child would like to decorate with
Step 1: Decorate the Jar
Let your child get creative decorating the outside. They might draw pictures, add stickers, or use ribbon and fabric scraps to make it extra special.
You could write a label that says:
- “Mum’s Memory Jar”
- “Things I Love About Mum”
- “Special Moments with Mum”
Step 2: Fill It with Love
Help your child come up with a handful of memories, compliments or kind thoughts to write down. These can be super simple — what matters most is that they’re genuine.
Some ideas to get them started:
- “I love it when you read me books.”
- “You make the best spaghetti.”
- “You give the best hugs.”
- “Remember when we went to the beach and got ice cream?”
If your child isn’t writing yet, you can write their words down for them and let them draw a little picture on each note.
Step 3: Gift It on Mother’s Day
Once the jar is full, pop the lid on and present it to Mum on Mother’s Day. You could add a small tag with a message like:
“Open one whenever you need a smile.”
It’s a beautiful gift that Mum can turn to again and again — perfect for those days when she needs a little reminder of just how loved she is.
At Sorella, we’re all about creating meaningful moments that children and families will remember. A memory jar is one of those special little projects that brings big feelings of joy, gratitude and love.
Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing mums and mother figures — thank you for everything you do.
