Gifts from Students to Parents: Dollar Store Snow Globe Parent Gifts

Gifts from Students to Parents: Dollar Store Snow Globe Parent Gifts: This holiday season, I am excited to create these charming dollar-store snow globe parent gifts with my class. These thoughtful Christmas gifts or holiday gifts are a great way to celebrate this time of year while giving parents something they will cherish. Let me walk you through the steps with detailed directions to make these snow globe gifts and show you why they are the perfect present for family members. Check out these amazing ideas below for this easy parent gift that will become your students’ parents’ favorite thing. 

Gifts from students to parents

Keep in mind that you can use this inexpensive first idea for other special occasions including Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. It is a favorite parent gift and it is an inexpensive gift and easy peasy. 

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Gather Your Supplies for the Dollar Store Snow Globe Parent Gifts

First things first, let’s grab everything you’ll need:

• A snow globe (I found mine at The Dollar Tree) You can grab some online here.
• A picture of each student’s picture (I use PowerPoint to print the picture on both sides and print the copies back to back.)
• Scissors
• Super glue
• fake snow

These are inexpensive gifts with a personal touch that parents and guardians will treasure. Bonus points for being creative and affordable for these gifts from students to parents.

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Prep the Student’s Picture

The next step involves preparing your student’s picture. We took pictures of each student blowing snow, a cute pose that fits perfectly with the holiday season theme. Here’s how to make it work:

1. Edit and Print:
   • Upload the student’s picture to your computer.
   • Resize the image to 2.6 inches tall (adjust based on your globe size).
   • Print the photo onto cardstock for durability.
2. Double-Sided Option:
   • Place the first image in the center of your document.
   • Create a flipped version of the image on the back for a seamless double-sided effect.
   • Print carefully to align both sides.
3. Cut and Trim:
   • Cut out the student’s picture. If the double-sided print isn’t perfect, trim slightly to align the images.

If the double-sided step feels tricky, don’t worry! A one-sided image will still look amazing and make an excellent gift.

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Apply the Picture Inside the Snow Globe

Here’s how to secure the picture inside the snow globe:

1. Bend the bottom of the picture slightly to create a base.
2. Apply super glue to the bent section and attach it to the globe’s plastic insert.
3. For added stability, cut a small slit toward the picture’s base, fold one part forward, and one part back. Glue or tape these sections for a firm hold.

This step ensures that your student’s picture stays securely in place inside the snow globe which is important for these gifts from students to parents.

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Add Fake Snow

Now it’s time to add some winter magic! Since we printed the pictures on cardstock, we opted not to use water in the globes. Instead, I chose dry, fake snow.

• Tip the globe upside down and sprinkle in your snow.
• Insert the plastic piece with the student’s picture.
• Seal the globe tightly with the lid.

This creative way to personalize the globe makes it a wonderful gift for parents.

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Add Ribbon and Final Details

For an extra special touch, measure each child’s height and cut a ribbon to match. Tie the ribbon around the base of the globe for a meaningful detail. You can also add free printable gift tags with the child’s name and a holiday greeting.

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Optional Extras and Favorite Ideas

Want to make these even more memorable gifts for students and parents? Here are some additional ideas:

• Add a small candy cane or attach a gift card for a practical gift.
• Incorporate tissue paper squares or white glitter for a festive flair.
• Pair the snow globe with simple cards or a coupon book made by older students.

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Why Snow Globes Make the Best Gifts

These snow globes are one of my favorite parent Christmas gift ideas. They’re easy to assemble, cost-effective, and packed with sentimental value. This holiday gift idea is perfect for any classroom and will surely be a big hit with parents’ faces lighting up when they see the thoughtful gift their child made.

Happy teaching and happy gifting!

The last piece of the project is a piece of ribbon for each child. We measured how tall each child is NOW and we cut the ribbon to that size. Now, we will tie the ribbon around the bottom of the ribbon as a detail. This is just an extra special step. Click here to head to this article.