Grades K-2
Start a Journal
Start a Journal
Children may draw pictures or write words in response to daily prompts. You may use a notebook or loose pieces of paper. Children may design a cover for their journals.
Ideas for Daily Journaling:
Week 1
- This Is Me- child may draw a picture of him/herself. Include descriptive words- adults may help.
- I Like Me- child may journal about things s/he loves about him/herself
- My Family- List the members of your family. Tell something special about each family member.
- My favorite thing to do at home is....
Week 2
- I am talented!- Journal about a special talent that you have. Show your special talent to someone at home! Maybe you can even have a talent show. Remember EVERYONE has a special talent!
- My Hero- Journal about someone you look up to. Explain what it is about that person that makes them your hero.
- Sometimes I get bored- We all get bored sometimes! Brainstorm some ideas with your family about what you can do together or individually when you feel bored.
- When I Feel Sad: List or draw somethings that you can do to cheer up when you are sad.
- My favorite thing to do is... When I do this activity, I feel....
Make a "Me" Collage
Make a "Me" Collage
- Help your child to collect pictures, stickers, magazine clippings, drawings that represent things s/he enjoys or is good at.
- Have your child organize everything that has been collected and glue to a piece of paper.
- Have your child share his/her collage with family members