Drawing our favorite moments
3–4 yearsFamily ConnectionMaterials: Paper, crayons or markers
Invite your child to draw a picture of a favorite activity you did together recently. As they draw, talk about what made that time special. You can draw your own picture too. When finished, thank each other for sharing that experience. Display the drawings where you'll both see them. This turns appreciation into something visible and lasting.
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How to Do This Activity
Invite your child to draw a picture of a favorite activity you did together recently. As they draw, talk about what made that time special. You can draw your own picture too. When finished, thank each other for sharing that experience. Display the drawings where you'll both see them. This turns appreciation into something visible and lasting.
Why It Works
Childhood behaviors including verbally expressing gratitude and demonstrating appreciation through actions predict stronger parent-child bonds and better emotional communication (Froh & Bono, 2014). Combining visual expression with verbal appreciation helps children at this age connect feelings with actions, making gratitude concrete and memorable.
Tips for Parents
Focus on the conversation more than the artwork. Ask open questions like "What did you like about that time?"
Share your own appreciation for the same moment. This models how to express gratitude.
Keep art supplies simple. Crayons and paper work perfectly.
Materials Needed
Paper, crayons or markers
Learning Methods
Narrative and Literacy-Rich ExperiencesCollaborative and Cooperative PlayProject-Based Learning
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