Mindfulness Day / Gratitude Art
Gratitude Art
Children draw or collage the people, places and things they feel grateful for, then share one with the group.
How to run it
- Talk together about what gratitude means.
- Give children paper and art materials.
- Draw or collage things they are grateful for.
- Invite children to share one thing in a circle.
You will need
- paper
- pencils and crayons
- magazines for collage
- glue sticks
Make it easier or harderUse prompts like people, places and pets for younger children; older children can write a gratitude letter.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 5Children reflect on their relationships and communicate what matters to them.
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