17 Tooth Fairy Ideas to Celebrate a Lost Tooth
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Today’s Tooth Fairy is different than the one who came to visit my house when I was little. These days, people have come up with creative Tooth Fairy ideas to make losing a tooth a special event.
Whether you are looking for ways to put those tiny teeth under the pillow without getting lost or ways to make the event more magical, I’ve got you covered. With these simple ideas, your children will look forward to losing their teeth, and, who knows, it may even be more fun for you.
Instead of Putting a Tooth Under the Pillow
Have you ever lost a tooth under the pillow? I have! One of my oldest son’s teeth fell between his mattress and headboard and at that point, I said I was going to approach the tooth under the pillow thing a little differently. We chose to use a tooth pillow, but there are so many cute ideas to choose from.
Have your child put their tooth inside a tooth pillow and the Tooth Fairy will leave money inside the pocket.
It not only looks great, but a personalized tooth box will ensure that your child's tooth doesn't get lost in the sheets.
Make exchanging their tooth for money a little more special with a handmade Tooth Fairy dish.
If you would rather do it yourself, using an empty dental floss box is an easy way to DIY.
Another way to make your own tooth box is with a convenient kit like this one from 4M.
Keep it simple with a cute handmade tooth pouch. It adds a special touch and your child's tooth won't get lost under their pillow.
What Should the Tooth Fairy Leave?
Would you like the Tooth Fairy to do more than come into your child’s room and leave a dollar or two under the pillow? There are so many creative tooth fairy ideas that people have come up with that will make losing a tooth a special event.
- Native American dollar coin, also known as the Sacagawea dollar. You may be able to find these coins at your local bank. Since they aren’t commonly used in circulation, your bank may have some located in their vault for purchase.
- Musical toothbrush. This toothbrush will make your kids want to brush and will help them do a better job. This toothbrush plays music for two minutes so they’re sure to brush their long enough.
- A Tooth Fairy coupon. Draw or print a coupon from the Tooth Fairy that gives your kids extra screen time, dinner of their choice, a lunch date, a board game, or anything else your kids would love.
Creative Ways to Give Money
Are you good at origami? Even if not, this tutorial could have you folding money into butterflies in no time. How fun would this be to get under your pillow?
Glitter is a really fun way to make money from the Tooth Fairy look extra special.
A special tooth fairy token is a perfect way to commemorate your child's first lost tooth.
Go the Extra Mile
If just putting a tooth under the pillow in exchange for cash isn’t enough for you, these are cute ideas for making a visit from the Tooth Fairy even more magical.
Do you have a little one who's on the verge of losing a tooth? Get quick, last-minute Tooth Fairy ideas to celebrate with these cute Tooth Fairy printables. They’re a great way to celebrate this fun milestone, and your child will love them!
A letter from the Tooth Fairy herself is sure to put a smile on your child's face. This editable and printable letter is adorable and fast.
If you'd like a slightly more do-it-yourself approach, these printables will help you make the cutest tooth fairy notes that light up your little one's face.
Not only will your child love to get a tooth receipt as "proof" that the Tooth Fairy came, but what a fun keepsake to hold on to for years to come.
Losing a first tooth is always exciting. Make it even more special with a tooth certificate.
Create an entrance to your home small enough for a little fairy with this cutest ever Tooth Fairy door.
How cute are these tiny little Tooth Fairy footprints? Add to a fairy door or windowsill and you have pure Tooth Fairy magic.
Books About the Tooth Fairy
There are a lot of books about loose teeth and the Tooth Fairy for every situation. Whether your child is anxious or excited about losing their teeth and getting a visit from the Tooth Fairy, there is a book that will get them excited for the big event.
When Little Rabbit loses her loose tooth in a bowl of chocolate ice cream, she wonders what she should do with it. Throw it away? Wear it on a necklace? Draw stars around it and hang it on the wall? Or leave it under her pillow for the tooth fairy?
Based on the classic poem, Twas the Night Before Christmas, this story is told with a new twist about a boy who can't wait to meet the Tooth Fairy.
Bear and his friends are munching on their lunch when all of sudden, Bear feels that his tooth is loose. Bear’s friends ease his concerns about his loose tooth and reassure him that losing a baby tooth is perfectly normal.
The Tooth Fairy asks Pete the Cat for some help, but what happens when Pete's tooth goes missing? Can he find his tooth before it's too late?
With all of these fun and creative Tooth Fairy ideas, you will have the coolest Tooth Fairy in town coming to your house and your children will have great memories to last a lifetime.
