Kindness Kit #4: Gratitude
Read the following Book(s) with your child(ren).
After reading each story, use the following questions as a jumping off point to begin a family conversation. you may also proceed to our “Talking Tips” page to help you further facilitate your discussion.
Book 1: The Gratitude Jar by Kristin Wiens
Why does the little boy’s teacher have the kids make Gratitude Jars?
How does having the gratitude jar help him when he’s having a bad day?
What are some other strategies he uses to make himself feel better?
Book 2: Splat the Cat Says Thank You by Rob Scotton
What makes a good friend?
Why does Splat decide to give Seymore a friendship book?
How does it make Seymore feel after reading the friendship book?
Who do you know that needs to be thanked? How are you going to thank them?
How will both of you feel (the thanker and the thanked) after you give them your thank-you gift?