A Heartfelt Interview for Super Moms!

Mother’s Day is a time to shower Mom with love and appreciation—actually, every day is! It’s never too late for a cute gift!

While flowers and gifts are always appreciated, sometimes the most treasured keepsakes come straight from the hearts (and the mouths!) of our little ones. This year, why not create a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day interview with your child? It’s a fun activity that lets kids unleash their inner reporters while capturing precious memories for Mom to cherish forever.

Why an Interview? It’s a Win-Win

There are countless reasons why a Mother’s Day interview is a fantastic idea.

• Kids love it! They get to be the interviewers, asking questions they’ve been curious about. The sense of responsibility and creativity involved in creating an interview sheet is empowering and keeps them engaged.
• Moms will adore it! This personalized and heartfelt keepsake captures your child’s personality at a specific age. Mom can look back on it years later and remember the funny things your child said, their favorite activities together, and the unfiltered love shining through.
• It’s easy and adaptable! You only need a few simple materials, creative energy, and a little one eager to participate. You can adjust the difficulty level based on your child’s age – younger kids can draw pictures and answer more straightforward questions, while older children can write more elaborate answers.

Getting Started: Your Interview Kit

Let’s gather what you’ll need for this adorable Mother’s Day activity:

• Construction paper or posterboard: Choose a bright and cheerful color to make the interview sheet pop!
• Crayons, markers, or colored pencils: Let your child’s artistic side shine through.
• Scissors (optional): If you plan on cutting out shapes or decorating the edges.
• Stickers or glitter (optional): Because a bit of sparkle never hurt anyone (especially Mom!)
• Pen or pencil: You can write down the answers your child dictates or help them with spelling if needed.

Let the Mother’s Day Interview Begin: Fun Questions to Spark Conversation

Now comes the fun part – crafting the questions. Here are some ideas to get you started, but feel free to adjust them to fit your child’s age and Mom’s personality.

Early Learners (ages 3-5):

• What’s your favorite color?
• What makes you happy?
• (Point to a picture of the child with Mom) Who’s this with you? What are you doing?
• I love you, Mommy, because… (let your child fill in the blank with a hug or drawing)

Young Reporters (ages 6-8):

• What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re not with me?
• What did you dream of becoming when you were a little kid?
• What makes you laugh the hardest?
• If you could have a superpower, what would it be and why?
• What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
• What’s your favorite memory of us together?

Junior Journalists (ages 9+):

• What are you most proud of accomplishing in your life?
• What challenges did you face when you were my age?
• What’s something you wish you knew when you were younger?
• Tell me about a time you showed great courage.
• What are your hopes and dreams for our future together?

Bonus Tip: Ask a special question or two about your family’s inside jokes, traditions, or hobbies. This personal touch will make the interview even more meaningful for Mom.

Adding the Finishing Touches: Make it a Masterpiece

Once the questions are answered, it’s time to personalize the interview sheet. Encourage your child to decorate it with drawings, handprints, or pictures of them and Mom together. Let their creativity run wild! You can also add a title at the top, like “Mommy’s All-Star Interview!” or “The World’s Best Mom According To [Child’s Name].”

Wrapping Up the Mother’s Day Interview: A Heartfelt Gift for Mom

Once the masterpiece is complete, present it to Mom on Mother’s Day. You can frame it, add it to a scrapbook, or tie it with a ribbon and a card. No matter how you choose to present it, this one-of-a-kind interview will be a treasured reminder of Mom’s special bond with her child.

Bonus Idea: Take a picture of your child “interviewing” Mom and add it to the interview sheet.

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By: Melissa A. Kay