The Art of Thank You Notes

One of my favorite lessons is the art of thank you notes, which focuses on the many ways children can thank someone and have it reflect their own personality. Younger children may be intimidated by the traditional approach. The greeting, introduction or simply not knowing how to spell words correctly. Stepping outside the box and having your child create their own unique version of a thank you note will be just as effective and many times more meaningful!

Once your child has finished their masterpiece, it is so important to give lots of praise. Praising a child for not only their creativity, but for thinking of others will give them the confidence to continue creating! A child can thank another person for a gift, attending a special event, a compliment, carpool rides or really ANYTHING!!!

Text messages and email have become a quick and easy way to say thank you and although it may be more convenient for some, it is just not as warm to receive. Taking time to give the extra effort to write or create a thank you note, address an envelope, put a stamp on and send it off shows your recipient that you recognize how important their time was they gave to you.

Anytime is a perfect opportunity to practice the art of thank you notes! There is no need to run out and purchase expensive materials as you will most certainly find all that you need right under your own roof. I will share some popular and easy thank you note projects to get your child started. I am sure your children will be just as in love with thank you notes as I am after all is said and done. What better way to start the new year than to MAKE MANNERS FUN!!!!

FLOWER BOUQUET

Materials:
Pipe cleaners

Cupcake Liners

Tissue Paper

Hole punch- For the thank you note Paper

Scissors

String

COLOR PENCIL ART
Materials:

Large paper

Small paper

Washi tape

Colored pencils

Thank you stamp