Happiness Boost Cards
Here's What To Do
1
Together with your child, brainstorm some very short activities that make them happy. Some examples:
- Give a hug
- Smile big
- Jump up to the sky
- Take a deep breath
- Tell someone you love them
- Dance
- (whatever you come up with!)
2
Use index cards or cut a piece of paper into smaller pieces. Write the label for each happiness activity for your child.
3
Ask your child to draw a picture that represents each activity. Help them draw if needed.
4
Place your cards somewhere convenient to your child's morning or evening routine. Every morning or evening, choose a card and perform a quick happiness boost!
Put PEER Into Action
P
Pause:
- Give each other a hug, an example of a happiness boost!
E
Engage:
- "What are some things that make you happy?"
- "You're almost done your morning routine, time for a happiness boost before you head to school! Let's do one of your cards now."
E
Encourage:
- "I can help give you some ideas. One thing that always makes me happy is dancing. Does dancing make you happy?"
- "Where should we put the cards so we remember to do one every single day?"
R
Reflect:
- How do we like adding a happiness boost to your routine? How do they make you feel?
Not quite ready?
Demonstrate happiness boost ideas for your child, and see if they can copy you.
Ready for more?
Encourage your child to use the happiness cards by themselves whenever they need a happy break.
As your child masters this skill...
They will practice mindfulness activities that help keep their mind happy and healthy.