I mentioned Gratitude Journals in my post Creating an Environment of Thanksgiving in our Homes. You can read the full post here: http://homespunsugar.com/creating-an-environment-of-thanksgiving-in-our-homes/.
One of our favorite ways to focus on gratitude throughout the year is a simple gratitude journal. We each write what we are thankful for as a regular part of our routine. We have been doing this since my children were very little and it has become such a treasure. Don’t hesitate to sit down with them and either write or draw (I do both) in your journal too. Gratitude is something we all need more of in our lives. And don’t forget, gratitude is caught not taught, so be sure to allow them to see you being thankful too!
For my younger kids (elementary ages) I use this journal:
Strathmore Kids 100 Series Youth Story Drawing Book, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, White, 30 Sheets. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0022JOAZI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1.
Here are some sample journal entries my children have done.
For myself and older children I use this journal:
Canson XL Series Mix Paper Pad, Heavyweight, Fine Texture, Heavy Sizing for Wet and Dry Media, Side Wire Bound, 60 Sheets, 7″X10″. https://www.amazon.com/Canson-Heavyweight-Texture-Sizing-Sheets/dp/B0039UMRMW/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1O2C0982A86A4&dchild=1&keywords=multimedia+sketchbook&qid=1603909922&s=arts-crafts&sprefix=multimedia%2Carts-crafts%2C201&sr=1-4.
Get your journals and start today. You will be glad you did!