12 Mother's Day Gifts for Grandma (Granny Will Adore These)
Mother's Day gifts for grandma and granny that bring the family closer. 12 ideas from grandkids and grown children, from photo frames to keepsakes and easy comforts.
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Quick answer
Grandmas love gifts that bring the grandkids closer. Our top three: a Wi-Fi photo frame the family fills from their phones, a "Grandma, tell me your story" journal, and a recordable storybook where she reads to the grandkids in her own voice.
Grandma has been a mom for a long time. She has seen every mug, every scarf and every bouquet. What she wants most on Mother's Day is simple: more of her family.
These gifts for grandma and granny do exactly that. Many are perfect from the grandkids, and several work for both grandparents together.
Gifts that bring the family closer
A Wi-Fi digital photo frame
Our top pick for grandma
The whole family sends photos from their phones, and they appear on her shelf. No tech skills needed on her end. Read our honest frame review.
See photo framesA recordable storybook
She records herself reading a story, and the grandkids hear her voice every time they turn the page. Lovely for long-distance families.
See recordable booksA family photo calendar
Each month features a different grandchild, with every birthday marked.
A letter from every grandchild
Collect short letters or drawings from all the grandkids and bind them together.
Keepsakes for granny
A "Grandma, tell me your story" journal
Prompts about her childhood, her parents and her life's lessons. A gift for her now, an heirloom later.
See story journalsA grandmother's birthstone necklace
A small stone for each grandchild, on a delicate chain she can wear daily.
See grandma necklacesA family tree print
An illustrated family tree with names and dates, ready to frame.
See family tree printsAn engraved garden stone
"Grandma's Garden" with the grandkids' names. Perfect for the green-thumbed granny.
Comfort gifts she will use every day
A soft throw blanket
Lightweight but warm. Choose a lighter weight if you are considering a weighted blanket for an older grandma.
See soft throwsSlippers with a grippy sole
Cozy and safe on smooth floors. Look for easy slip-on styles.
See non-slip slippersA large-print puzzle book or audiobook
For the grandma who loves crosswords or stories. Audiobooks are wonderful if her eyes tire easily.
A regular grandkid date
A card promising a monthly visit, video call or outing with the grandkids. It might be the gift she values most.
Gifts for both grandparents
- A framed photo of the whole family, taken on Mother's Day
- A bird feeder they can watch together from the window
- A restaurant voucher for their favorite place
- A family video message from everyone who loves them
More ideas in our guide to sentimental gifts for mom.
Frequently asked questions
What do you get grandma for Mother's Day?
Gifts that connect her with the grandchildren: a digital photo frame, a recordable storybook, a family calendar or letters from each grandchild.
What can grandkids make for granny?
Handprint art, a decorated photo frame, a painted flower pot or a card telling her why they love her.
What is a good Mother's Day gift for grandparents?
A family photo, a bird feeder, a restaurant voucher, or a video message from the whole family.