Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Week of May 18th, 2020

Gratitude
There are many benefits to practicing gratitude and thankfulness for children.  It can lead to higher levels of happiness & optimism, better sleep, less stress and improved resilience and improved self-esteem.  Practicing gratitude can be especially helpful during times of uncertainty or stress- it can help you reframe situations and remind you of the positive aspects of life.  
Some easy ways to practice gratitude with children include 
  • Drawing a picture of something you are grateful for.
  • Saying a simple "Thank You."
  • Writing a card or note to someone to show your appreciation.
  • Doing a small act of kindness to say Thank You.
Below is a read aloud of The Thank You Book by Mo Willems, you can use this story as a jumping off point for talking about things and people you are grateful for!


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