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10 Simple Activities to Teach Gratitude

10 Simple Activities to Teach Gratitude

I believe gratitude can bring joy to life in nearly every situation.  Here are some simple ways to add the study of this important value into your family time any time of the year. 1. Share what you are grateful for over candlelight at dinner. Dinner is a great time to encourage gratitude/sharing about things… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities, Group Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Gratitude

5 Activities to Teach Preschoolers About Hunger

5 Activities to Teach Preschoolers About Hunger

September is Hunger Action Month and this year I am proud to be part of a team of mom bloggers who are raising awareness about this important issue.  To see what the other moms have been up to, check out the Moms Fighting Hunger Facebook page and follow along to get more ideas of what… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities Tagged With: awareness, Collection of Traits, Empathy, Gratitude, Idealism, sacrifice

10 Easy Character Building Activities for Toddlers

10 Easy Character Building Activities for Toddlers

Every parent knows how quickly toddlers pick things up.  They will copy most anything they see, the good and the not-so-good. Healthy habits can often be passed down by mere imitation.  However teaching toddlers the language of values and creating games around character building themes can help establish these character traits into every day work… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Collection of Traits, Courage, Courtesy, Generosity, Gentleness, Gratitude, Kindness, Peacefulness, Respect, Responsibility, Service

A Simple Activity To Teach Kids About Gratitude

A Simple Activity To Teach Kids About Gratitude

Last week I shared a guest post at Fit Kids Clubhouse, and I would love for you to go and take a look! This little activity helped our family discuss the deeper purpose of gift-giving, and let us practice what it means to practice gratitude regardless of what you receive. Find the article here.  You… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Gratitude

Taking a Moment To Pause and Appreciate Natural Beauty (Good For Kids And Mom)

Taking a Moment To Pause and Appreciate Natural Beauty (Good For Kids And Mom)

We all have those days.  The ones when our nerves seem to be on edge.  When we feel overwhelmed by what is going on around us.  When we know we need to take a moment to re-center but there are so many things to do that we have trouble making the time.  At least I… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: Gratitude, Presence

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Chelsea Lee Smith is an author, certified parent educator, and mother of three children with a background in Communications and Counselling. She provides resources to parents and teachers who want to incorporate personal growth into everyday moments. Browse the shop and blog categories to find practical inspiration for family life including tips, activities, printable pages, and resource recommendations.

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