This Thanksgiving, help your children show gratitude in a tangible way (and practice their motor and literacy skills!).

Materials

• A clear jar or container
• Small slips of paper
• Children’s scissors
• Crayon or pencil
• A label for the jar
• Optional: decorations for the jar (E.g. stickers, ribbons, etc.)

Instructions

• Parent step: Help your child cut paper into strips or small squares. (Tip: use construction paper to make the jar colorful!)
• Use a crayon or pencil to help your child write something they’re thankful for on each piece of paper. Fold up the pieces and place in jar.
• Label the jar and help your child decorate it.
• Share what you’re thankful for! Read through the pieces of paper with family members throughout the holiday season.

Looking for more kid-friendly, Thanksgiving activities? Check out more ideas here!