Grades K-2



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

  • 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