Naomi Shulman - Give Thanks: You Can Reach Out and Spread Joy! 50 Gratitude Activities & Games

For my father, Alvin, and my husband, Jonathan.

I Am Thankful

for both of them each and every day.

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November 9, 2021

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Contents

Welcome!

Two of the first words you learned when you were little were thank you. Saying thank-you is polite, but its also much more. When you are thankful for what you have, you feel happy!

How do you give thanks? Its easy! Start by looking around and noticing all the good thingsa friend smiling, a cat purring, a kind word someone said to you. All of us have things we can be grateful for. The games and the activities in this book help you take a minute to stop and notice them.

So turn the page and get ready to feel grateful. Thank you!

Its a Good
Morning!

When you wake up, think about how amazing it is to start a new day. Anything can happen. What are you looking forward to in the next hour?

What are you excited about today?

When you first open your eyes, look around the room and notice what you love.

Maybe its the sun shining in your window, or your cozy pillow.
Maybe you see a favorite shirt youre going to wear today.

Play Mirror Mirror

When you brush your teeth, look in the mirror and

tell yourself one thing you like about yourself.

Theres nothing like having a friendly face remind you of all the great things you have going for you!

Look Out Your Window

How many good things can you count?

Play l Spy Gratitude

On your way to school, notice things you see and say what is special about them.

I spy... a bird!
She makes beautiful music.

Take a
Mindful Walk

Sometimes we forget to notice our feet
when we go for a walk.

Pay close attention to
each step you take.

What does your foot feel like when it hits the ground?

What does it sound like?

Think about how much work your feet do.
Thank them for taking you places!

Make Gratitude
Graffiti!

Using washable chalk, leave a message on the sidewalk about something you are thankful for.

Other people will see it
and may think about what they are
grateful for, too.

Hold a Thank-You
Sale

of items you no longer need.

When you sell something, tell the buyer why you loved it.

Its more fun when lots of households do this together.

Give the money you raise to your favorite charity.

Soon, more folks will be feeling grateful as a result!

Thank Your Community!

What are some of your favorite spots near where you live?

Thank the folks who make these places special.

Bake Grateful Cupcakes!