Since 1978, the Sunday after Labor Day has been a special time to honor the incredible grandparents in our lives. From sharing their stories and wisdom to creating unforgettable memories together, Grandparents Day is the perfect opportunity to show our love and appreciation. Here at Macaroni KID Conejo Valley - Malibu - Calabasas, we want to wish all the amazing grandparents and great-grandparents out there a very happy Grandparents Day! Join us as we celebrate the heart and soul of our families with fun ideas and meaningful ways to make this day special.
Learn more about the history of Grandparents Day
The three purposes of National Grandparents Day:
- Honor grandparents
- Give grandparents an opportunity to show love for their children's children
- Help children learn about the strength, information, guidance and wisdom older generations offer
Fun Ways to Celebrate Grandparents Day
Here are some fun and easy DIY gifts ideas for you kids to create for their grandparents:
- 10 Ways to Celebrate Grandparents Day + A Printable Keepsake!
- Coloring pages: Print the free pages that kids can color to celebrate a grandparent they love.
In addition to honoring grandparents and those who have been like grandparents to your kids, it's also a great opportunity for your kids to learn some valuable lessons from an older generation.
Three Lesson we can learn from Grandparents:
- History – Grandparents were around during some significant times in history. Have your kids ask their grandma / grandpa where they were and what they remember about important times in history like the day that Martin Luther King Jr. gave his "I Have a Dream" speech, or the day man first landed on the moon, or any other important event. Knowing that a member of their own family knows and remembers what happened makes history come alive!
- Perseverance – Many grandparents had to overcome adversity to get to where they are today. Some were immigrants from other countries and had to adjust to a new life in America. Some worked long hours to provide for their families. Regardless of their circumstance, the lesson is that hard work and never giving up brings you closer to your dreams!
- Respect – Nurturing strong relationships with grandparents or others from an older generation is a great way to teach your children respect for their elders. Our grandparents grew up in an era where teaching and learning manners and virtues like respect were second nature, making them the perfect teacher!
Happy Grandparents Day!
