7 Family Thanksgiving Activities
I'm wishing you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving!
This article contains suggestions for family activities that focus on giving, gratitude and connection.
I hope you're inspired to find additional ways to make your family time fun and meaningful.
1. Start With Thanksgiving Breakfast
Although everyone is saving room for the big turkey dinner, it can be fun to start the day with a fun breakfast, like pumpkin pancakes, cranberry orange muffins, or whatever your family would enjoy.
2. Share Compliments
Have everyone take turns going around the table and give a compliment to each person.
3. Share Your Gratitude
Have everyone share what they are thankful for in this past year.
4. Make a Wish
Give each person paper, pen and an envelope, and have them write down one wish for the coming year.
Have them seal and address their envelope.
Mail all the envelopes in early January so everyone is reminded of their wish and can work toward what they're hoping for.
Next Thanksgiving, you can talk about which wishes came true!
5. Learn Family History
Ask older relatives to share stories of their life and details they know about older generations. Take notes or record them if you can.
Share family stories you want your kids to know.
6. Volunteer To Help Those In Need
Find volunteer opportunities in your area. These might include donating food or delivering meals to those who are hungry.
7. Encourage Family Discussion
Here are a few questions you can ask to encourage appreciation of family and the importance of gratitude. There are no right or wrong answers. Your children will love that you simply listen and acknowledge their thoughts.
What words describe our family best?
When is a recent time you felt grateful?
Which family tradition is your favorite?
Add your own questions!
Wishing you a happy and meaningful holiday!
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