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FOR KIDS
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JEN MCCONAGHIE
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congratulations!
You've just taken a very big step in building strong kids.
This guide will walk you through how to use the critical life
skill of goal setting to empower, enable and inspire your kids
to face life's challenges with confidence and zest!
H a v e y o u eve r w or ri ed abou t th e eff ect s of 2 0 20 on you r kids ? D o y ou

w o n d e r i f al l th e m a sk - we ar ing, soci al dis tanci ng, a nd can c ell ed
e x t r a c u r r i c ula rs h as g ott e n i n the w a y of their emo ti o na l, soc ia l, an d
p e r s o n a l d e v elo p m e n t ? Ar e the y go ing t o be ok a y? ?
In a word, yes.
I n f a c t , i t ’ s po ss ib le fo r th e m to th r ive a nd co m e out m or e re sili en t

than ever.
A s y o u r k i d s b e g in to se t g o als , th ey w il l l ea rn ho w t o cre ate g ood

h a b i t s , d e v e lo p th e ir g ift s, he lp other s, an d disco ver just ho w mu ch
t h e y a r e c ap ab le of n o m att er w hat i s ha p pening a rou nd the m. In
s h o r t , t h e y wi ll d is co ve r a w ay to tak e co ntrol o f the ir l ive s, an d r ea l i z e
t h a t w i t h h ard w o rk, t hey a re un st op pa bl e.
S o u n d s p r e tty g oo d , r ig h t ?
S o l e t ' s m a k e s u r e yo u r ki ds a r e set u p f o r su ccess so t he y can st a rt

t a k i n g t h e i r d re ams i n to t h ei r o w n ha nds - and ha ve f un do ing so! Yo u
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HOW CAN I HELP MY KIDS WANT TO SET
GOALS IN THE F IRST PL ACE?
T h a t ' s a p r e tty i m po rt ant d e tail. L et 's go over t ha t. As p are nt s, w e

k n o w t h e im po rta nc e o f s et t i ng go al s, a nd we w a nt o u r kids to
a c c o m p l i s h b ig t h i n g s .
T h a t ’ s g r e a t! Bu t i t’s not e nough.
Y o u s e e , i n o rde r for g o als t o b e eff ec ti ve , they ha ve t o me a n

s o m e t h i n g t o o ur kid s . Oth e r wi se , they w on’t ha v e the m o tiva tio n t o
w o r k o n t he m on t he i r o wn.
I t t a k e s t i m e f or k i ds t o lea rn w hy go als m a tte r , and it ta k es

e x p e r i e n c e fo r th em to l ear n the y can a pp ly th at s ki l l to a ny thing , b i g
o r s m a l l . S o h ow can w e h e lp our k id s to w ant to s et g oa l s in the f i rst
place?
H e r e a r e s o me i dea s t o g et yo u sta rted:
F O S T E R TH E IR I N TE R E ST : Ta l k abo ut thing s t he y fi n d e xc iting .

E n c o u r age th e m to re ad boo ks or wa t ch movies ab out thin g s t h at
i n s p i r e th em. An d di s c us s stor ies o f p e ople w ho wo r ke d hard t o g et
w h e r e t he y a re .
T E A C H THE M T HE I MP OR TA NCE O F A PL A N. P ick ing t he g oa l i s t h e

e a s y p a rt. B u t j u s t l i k e you ca n't bui ld a ho us e witho u t a p la n, y o u
c a n ' t a c c om p lis h goal s w it hout a pl an .
M A K E I T E A S Y F O R TH E M T O M ONIT O R T HEIR P RO GR ESS . Da i l y

t r a c k i n g w ill h el p k id s rem e mbe r to w or k o n the ir g o al s, se e t h ei r
p r o g r e ss, and c e le b r ate h ow f ar the y’ ve come.
B E A S TR O N G S U P PO R T S YST EM . W e can su ppo rt ou r k ids b y

p r o b l e m -s olv i ng to g ether , ce leb ra ting t iny wi ns, o f fe ring
e n c o u r a ge m e nt, an d e v e n w ork in g a longsi de our ki d s as we w o rk
o n o u r o wn g oals !
N o w le t 's g o ov er t h e pr ov e n 4 -st e p f ra me w o rk so yo u r ki ds ca n be
s u c c e s s f u l in t h e ir g oa ls .

STEP ONE
1
LET THE GOAL BE T HEIR S
I f w e w a n t o u r ki d s t o w o rk o n
g o a l s , t h e y ha v e to b e e xcit e d
Q U E STI O N S TO ASK :
a b o u t t h e m . A n d that m e an s
l e t t i n g t h e m c ho os e.
I f y o u k n e w yo u co u ldn ’ t
A s p a r e n t s , w e t e nd t o offe r o ur
f a i l , w h at w ould y ou d o ?
a d v i c e a n d s u gg e stio ns p re tt y
g e n e r o u s l y . B u t wh en we d o, we
s o m e t i m e s ro b o ur k i ds of the W h a t ’ s som ethi ng yo u’ ve
o p p o r t u n i t y to e x plo r e th e ir a l w a y s wa n ted to tr y?
o w n i n t e r es ts an d tal en ts .
I s t h e r e s om ethi n g th a t’ s
I n s t e a d , w e can a sk q u e s ti on s, h a r d f o r you t h at y ou ’d l ik e
t o h e l p o u r k ids d isc o ve r wh a t t o i m p r ove?
g o a l s t h e y wa nt t o tac k le .
W h a t ’ s som ethi ng th at yo u
O n c e t h e y ’v e d ec i de d , hav e w o u l d be p roud t o
t h e m s u m m ariz e it in o n e o v e r c o m e?
s e n t e n c e – a n d ma k e s u re it’s
specific.
F o r e x a m p le, “I w ill d o be tter on

m y n e x t ma th tes t,” i s n’ t as
e f f e c t i v e a s “ I w il l st u d y m y
f l a s h c a r d s for 10 min u te s e v er y
d a y f o r 3 0 d ay s .”
T h e y w i l l ha v e a m u c h b e tte r
c h a n c e o f achi e vin g th e ir go a ls
i f t h e y a r e s p e cifi c an d
m e a s u r a b l e (o r t rack a bl e).

STEP TWO
2
HELP THEM DISCOVER THEIR WHY
P e o p l e a l w ay s pe r for m be t t er
w h e n t h e y ha ve a re aso n for
d o i n g s o . I t doe sn ’ t m att e r h ow Q U E STI O N S TO ASK :
o l d t h e y a re , wh at p osi ti on t h ey
a r e i n , o r wh a t th e y ar e w ork i ng
o n , p e o p l e w h o h a ve a p u rp o se W h y d o you w an t t o wor k
t e n d t o b e m o re s u cc e s s ful o n t h i s goa l?
t h a n t h o s e w h o do n’ t.
I s t h i s goa l wort h w or k in g
T o h e l p y o ur k id s fig u re ou t hard for?
w h y t h e y wa n t to wo rk on a
p a r t i c u l a r g o al, ask q u es tion s
H o w w i ll t his go a l h e lp y o u
t h a t g e t t h em th in k i n g .
i n t h e l ong- run ?
A n d t o t a k e it on e s te p fu rt h er ,
try asking: H o w d o es th is go a l re lat e t o
y o u r b i gg e r go a ls?
H o w c a n y o u u s e w h at you
l e a r n t o h e lp o t h er s ?
W h e n k i d s a re ab le to ad d t hi s
l a s t p i e c e t o t he i r “w h y” , t h ey
w i l l f i n d a n e v e n g re a t e r
p u r p o s e i n wo rki ng t o wa rd
t h e i r g o a l s . An d th e b ig g e r t he
p u r p o s e , t h e b e t t er t h e re su l ts.
“ T h e g o a l i s n ot s i mp ly fo r y ou
t o c r o s s t he fi nis h lin e , b u t t o
s e e h o w ma n y p e o p le y ou c a n
i n s p i r e t o r u n wi th y o u .”
- Sim on S inek

STEP THREE
3
HELP THEM BREAK THEIR
GOALS INTO SMALLER STEPS
N o w i t ’ s t i m e to com e up w i th
a n a c t i o n pl an . A n d to d o th is,
w e n e e d t o t ak e th at b i g go a l Q U E STI O N S TO ASK :
a n d b r e a k i t into s m al ler s te ps.
H e l p y o u r ki d s b r ains to r m al l W h a t d o you ne ed to d o
t h e t h i n g s tha t n e ed t o h a p p en first?
f o r t h e m t o a c hi e v e th e ir g o al.
D o n ’ t f o r g e t th e li tt l e th in g s!
W h a t e lse d o yo u nee d t o
do?
O n c e t h e y h a v e a n id e a of the
s t e p s t h e y n ee d t o tak e, th ey
c a n w r i t e th e m do wn i n th e W h e n d o you nee d to d o i t ?
order they need to be
completed.
W h o c a n he lp yo u if yo u
need it?
T o h e l p t h em v is u al iz e thi s
p r o c e s s , h a v e th e m f il l ou t t h e
g o a l l a d d e r fr om th is s tar te r k it .
A t t h e t o p o f t h e l add e r, the y
c a n w r i t e th e ir b ig g oal, t he n
f i l l t h e s p a ce s wi th th e s te ps
n e e d e d t o w o rk t owa rd th a t
goal.
A s t h e y m ov e up t he la dd e r ,
r u n g b y r un g, th ey are ge t t in g
c l o s e r t o s u c ce s s , e ve n if th e y
h a v e t o c h ang e th e p la n as t hey
go along.

STEP FOUR
4
PLAN FOR OBSTACLES
I n a n i d e a l w o rl d , e v e ry th i n g
w o u l d g o a c co rd i n g to p lan . B ut
t h a t ’ s n o t a lw ays th e c ase . Q U E STI O N S TO ASK :
S e t b a c k s a nd o bs tac l e s c an
( a n d o f t e n d o ) oc cu r. Bu t w hen W h a t t hing s coul d ge t i n
w e p r e p a r e for th em , w e ’re a ble t h e w a y of yo u w or ki ng on
t o k e e p g oin g . Ev en w h e n w e t h i s g o al?
f e e l l i k e g i v in g u p.
W h a t w oul d ma k e this g oa l
W e c a n h el p ou r ki d s s tay h a r d e r f or yo u?
p o s i t i v e a n d mo t iv ate d by
a s k i n g t h e m to th in k o f H o w w i ll yo u ha nd le
p o t e n t i a l p ro b le ms t hat m i g ht u n e x p e cte d ch an ges?
g e t i n t h e i r way . Tak e i t a s tep
f u r t h e r b y h av in g th em wr i te
W h o c a n he lp yo u if yo u
t h o s e s o l u t ion s d o wn i n th ei r
need it?
action plan.
H a v e t h e m c om e u p w i th a p lan
f o r d e a l i n g w i th e ach o b st ac le
i n c a s e i t ha pp e ns .
R e m e m b e r , wh e n s e tt in g g oa l s ,
i t ’ s a l w a y s ok ay t o c h an ge t he
p l a n i f s o m e thin g’s n ot
w o r k i n g . M o st o f the l ea rn i ng
c o m e s f r o m th e p r oce ss , n ot
t h e e n d r e s u lt.

WHAT IF MY KIDS WANT TO GI VE UP?
G o a l s a r e m e an t to ma k e u s gr ow. T he y s houl d b e cha l leng in g en o ug h

t o m a k e u s w o rk ha r d, b ut s ti ll be w ithin r ea ch .
B u t e v e n t h e bes t - pl a nn e d go als ca n f e e l o verw he lmin g a t tim e s .
I f y o u r c h i ld ge ts d is c ou ra g ed dur ing a go a l, te ach th em that it’s o kay

t o n o t r e a ch a goa l rig h t a w a y, a nd it' s o k a y to cha nge t h e plan. P oi nt
o u t t h a t g o al- se ttin g is a p ro ce ss , and t ha t so m et imes , gr o wt h fe e l s
l i k e s l i k e a sp ira l .
H e r e a r e s o m e m o re i d eas:
R e m i n d th e m of t h e ir “w hy ”.
H e l p t h em b r ain s to rm w ay s to de al w it h t he o bstacle .
C e l e b r ate tin y w in s a lon g t he way.
S h a r e y ou r o wn e x p e ri en ces o f deal i ng with d iff i cul ty.
L e a r n a bou t ot h e rs w h o ha ve o vercom e d if ficu lty.
T e a c h t he m th e im po rt ance o f pos i t ive se lf - ta lk.
I f t h e y a re re ce pti ve , o ff e r y ou r advi ce or s ugg e st io ns.
L e t t h e m kn o w t h a t y ou no ti ce the ir pe r s iste nce an d
d e t e r m in a t ion.
NEED SOME GOAL IDEAS?
N o w c o m e s t h e fu n pa r t. W hat wi ll y our kid s wo rk o n firs t? H ere a r e a

f e w i d e a s t o g e t th ei r whe els turni ng:
S a v e m o ne y B e m o r e fri endly
F o r m a n ew h abit R e a d m ore
L e a r n a n ew s k il l P r e p a r e fo r some thing
L e a r n m o re ab o ut a n c h a l l e n gin g
i n t e r e s tin g top i c G e t b e t te r a t a s ki ll
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MY GOAL LADDER
I WANT TO COMPLETE THIS GOAL BY:
MY GOAL
THIS GOAL I S I MP OR TA NT TO ME BECAUSE:
T H E N I W IL L:
JUST IN CASE:
I F T H IS H A P P E N S:
T H E N I W IL L:
T H E N I W IL L
T H E N I W IL L:
F I R S T , I W IL L:
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YO U H AVE A PURPOSE .
YOU CA N MA KE YO U R LIFE AMAZING AND YOU C AN

HELP M AK E THE W ORLD A BETTER PLA CE.
YOU HA VE TALENTS AND GIFTS . YOU CAN MA KE

TH EM S TRO NGER BY SE TTING GOALS.
HER E'S HOW:
There are 5 types of goals that will help you grow: PERSONAL, SOCIAL,
LEARNING, HEALTH and OTHER (anything else you can think of). What
will pick you first?
Once you know, follow these 4 steps and have fun!
1. DISCOVER: Pick something you want to do or get

better at. Write down why this goal is
important to you and how you will know
when you achieve it.
2. PLAN: Break down your goal into smaller pieces.

Figure out what steps you need to take to
complete your goal.
3. ACT: Try it out! It's okay if you need to change your

plan a little or get help. And don't forget to
track your progress!
4. REFLECT: Celebrate! Think about what you have

learned, and get ready to pick a new goal
to work on!
You'll find everything you need to work on your goals in this kit.
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TABLE OF
contents
RESOURCES
TIPS FOR PARENTS

MY MONTHLY GOALS
MY YEARLY GOALS
SETTING SMART GOALS
GOAL CARDS
BLANK CALENDAR PAGES
GOAL TRACKERS (6)
GOAL KITS
(PERSONAL | SOCIAL| LEARNING | HEALTH | OTHER)
GOAL CATEGORY IDEAS

GETTING STARTED
TIME TO THINK
SMART GOAL CHECKLIST
ACTION PLAN
REFLECTION PAGE
QUICK-START GOAL SHEET
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TIPS FOR PARENTS
When kids learn to set and achieve goals, they’re working on a critical skill that will help
them in all areas of their lives. Over time they will be able to develop their talents and
strengths and grow in resilience, grit, optimism and perseverance. Here's how you can
support them in this worthwhile effort:
1 2 3
HELP THEM BREAK THE
LET THE GOAL
DISCOVER GOAL INTO
BE THEIRS:
THEIR WHY: SMALL STEPS:
Ask questions like: Ask questions like: Use the goal ladder to
If you knew you Why do you want to think through the steps.
couldn’t fail, what work on this goal?
would you do? Is this goal worth Ask questions like:
What’s something working hard for? What do you need to
you’ve always wanted How will this goal help do first?
to try? you in the long-run? What else do you need
Is there something How does this goal to do?
that’s hard for you that relate to your bigger When do you need to
you’d like to improve? goals? do it?
What’s something that How can you use what Who can help you if
you would be proud to you learn to help you need it?
overcome? others?
4
BONUS WHEN THEY FEEL
PLAN FOR
OBSTACLES: TIPS LIKE GIVING UP:
Remind them of their
To set the stage for
Help them think through “why”.
success, have them: Help them brainstorm ways
potential problems.
Write down their goals. to deal with the obstacle.
Write down why they Point out the progress
Ask questions like: they’ve made. Share your
want to work on each
What things could get own experiences of dealing
goal.
in the way of you with difficulty.
Put up visual reminders
working on this goal? Teach them the importance
so they can remember of positive self-talk.
What would make this
to work on their goals. If they are receptive, offer
goal harder for you?
Track their progress to your advice or suggestions.
stay motivated and see Let them know that you
Have them come up with notice their persistence and
how far they've come.
a plan for dealing with determination.
Celebrate when they
each obstacle in case
complete a goal!
it happens.
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FEBRUARY
JANUARY MARCH
MAY
APRIL JUNE
AUGUST
JULY SEPTEMBER
NOVEMBER
OCTOBER DECEMBER
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GOALS I ACCOMPLISHED
Record your finished goals to keep track of all your hard work.
PERSON AL GOALS SOCIAL GOALS
HEALTH GO ALS LEARNING GOA LS
OTHER G OALS
I CAN DO
HARD
THINGS
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Have you ever tried setting a goal that felt too difficult to achieve? You can
change that by making your goals SMART. Here's how:
MAKE YOUR GOALS:
S M A R T
SPECIFIC MEASURABLE ACHIEVABLE RELEVANT TIME-BASED
Set goals that Your goals

Write down Set goals that make you work should make Decide on an
exactly what can be hard, but can you excited end date for
you want to do. measured and be completed and line up your goal.
Be clear and tracked. (Time, within a with your
specific. amount, etc.) certain time bigger, long-
frame. term goals.
How will I Is this a goal

Why is this
What exactly know when that I am When will I
goal
will I I've able to do or achieve this
important to
accomplish? completed get help goal?
me?
my goal? with?
TIPS
Be as specific as possible. For example, instead of, "I
want to smile more" try, "I will smile at 1 person every day
for a week."
Pick goals you can accomplish within a few months.
Keep it simple and focus on one step at a time.
Don't be afraid to ask for help!
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Make it easy to stay on track by writing your goals and
tasks on these cards. Cut them out and hang them in a
place you see often.
GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS: TASKS:
GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS: TASKS:
GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS: TASKS:
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
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MY GOAL TRACKER
30-DAY TRACKER: COLOR IN

ONE BRICK EACH DAY YOU
WORK ON YOUR GOAL
30
GOAL:
29
27 28
25 26
22 23 24
19 20 21
15 16 17 18
11 12 13 14
6 7 8 9 10
1 2 3 4 5
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30-DAY TRACKER: COLOR IN ONE STAR EACH DAY YOU WORK ON YOUR GOAL
GOAL:
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MY SAVINGS TRACKER
I'M SAVING FOR:
WHY:
TOTAL COST: DIVIDE BY 5:

100%
This number goes on the 20% line. Add this
number again to get 40% and repeat until you
get to 100% (the total cost).
80%
DATE AMOUNT
+ PREVIOUS
TOTAL = NEW
TOTAL
+ =
60% + =
+ =
+ =
40%
+ =
+ =
20% + =
+ =
+ =
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+ =
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30-DAY TRACKER: COLOR IN ONE SQUARE EACH DAY YOU WORK ON YOUR GOAL
color key
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30-DAY TRACKER: COLOR IN ONE SECTION EACH DAY YOU WORK ON YOUR GOAL
GOALS
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MY GOAL
T H E N I W IL L:
JUST IN CASE:
T H E N I W IL L:
T H E N I W IL L
T H E N I W IL L:
T H E N I W IL L
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personal
GOALS
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IDEAS FOR How can I
personal become a better
person?
GROWTH
Make a habit of reading every day, even

for just a few minutes
Learn and perform a song for someone
Do something nice for someone
Choose to listen to wholesome music
Write a letter to someone
Choose a favorite quote - learn the
meaning
Learn more about someone who inspires
you
Practice managing big emotions
Write down 3 things you are grateful for
each day
Get enough sleep
What is growth mindset? Learn more
about it
Meditate
Make an effort to smile more
Create a morning routine
Write in your journal every night
Create a vision board
W H A T A R E Y OU R ID E AS?
personal
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personal GOALS
B e c o m i ng a be tt er P ER S ON
G E T T I N G S TAR TED
P E R S O N A L h ab its a nd s ki lls I a m P E R S O N A L hab i ts a nd s ki l l s t ha t

g o o d at : a r e ha rd f or m e:
Things I would like to get better at W a y s I c an u se my PERS ONA L h a bi t s

or talents I would like to develop: a n d s k i l l s to he l p my se lf a nd o t he r s :
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TIME TO THINK
Thin k about a ll t h e things y ou w ould like t o do or g et
better at in the PERSO NAL ar eas of your lif e. Wri te down
a s ma n y as y ou can think of.
personal
N o w p i c k O N E yo u ' d l i k e t o wo rk o n n e x t .
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IS MY GOAL SMART ?
MY GOAL:
S p e c i f i c : W h a t ex a ctly w ill I accom plish ?
M e a s u r a b l e : Ho w w ill I k now w hen I've co m ple ted m y g oa l ?
A t t a i n a b l e : I s it p os si ble t o me et thi s go al w ith ef fo r t b y m y

t i m e l i n e ? W h o ca n I a s k fo r h elp if I ne ed it?
R e l e v e n t : H o w wil l th i s go a l help m e gr ow as a per son ?
T i m e - b a s e d : I wou ld l ike to comp let e this g oa l by:

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MY ACTION PLAN
MY GOAL:
COMPLETION DATE:
T A S K S : W hat step s d o I n e ed to take ? ( B e sure to

COMPLETE BY:
w r i t e e v e n t h e li ttle th in g s . )
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
P O T E N T I A L O BS TAC L E S: WHAT I CAN DO:
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t i o n s !
cong ratula
You did it! Now it's time to reflect.

Going over what went well (and what didn't) will help you learn and
grow. It will also help you to keep getting better at setting goals.
R A T E T H I S GO A L :
How did I get through

W h a t w e n t we l l? W h a t w a s h ar d?
the hard parts?
W h a t I l ear ne d
M y f a v o r i t e p a rt :
most:
H o w I c a n u se th is W h a t I w ou ld do
g o a l t o h e l p o th er s: d i f f e r e n tly:
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social
GOALS
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IDEAS FOR
social
How can I show
more love to the
GROWTH
people around
me?
Send birthday cards to all your cousins

this year
Sit with someone new at lunch
Find ways to include others who might
feel left out
Do something to help your neighbor
Suprise someone with something kind
Serve the people in your family
Say "sorry" more often
Visit places in your community (fire
station, police station, library, etc.)
Send a weekly email to a grandparent
Find ways to calm down when you feel
upset
Ask your parents about their childhood
Forgive someone
Practice talking kindly
Learn about a new culture
Read books that teach you about
different people and cultures
Practice introducing yourself
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social GOALS
Improvi n g R EL AT IONS HI PS
W h a t a r e so m e S OC IA L th i n gs I W h a t a r e some S O CIA L t h in g s
a m a l r ea d y goo d at? t h a t a r e har d f or me ?
What are some things I would like

G r o w i n g SO CIA LL Y is im p ort ant
to get better at or talents I would
like to develop?
t o me be cause .. .
social
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...DISCOVER
TIME TO THINK
Think about a l l th e th ings y o u learn or do to get be tter in
the SOCIAL areas of yo ur life . Write do wn as many as y ou
can think o f.
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IS MY GOAL SMART ?
MY GOAL:

R e l e v e n t : H o w wil l th i s go a l help m e gr ow as a per son ?

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MY GOAL:
COMPLETION DATE:

COMPLETE BY:
P O T E N T I A L P R OB L E M S: WHAT I CAN DO:
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most:
H o w I c a n u se th is W h a t I w ou ld do
g o a l t o h e l p o th er s: d i f f e r e n tly:
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learning
GOALS
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IDEAS FOR How can I
learning increase my
knowledge?
GROWTH
Write down a list of good vs. bad choices

Write a story about you or someone in your
family
Learn to say hello and count to 10 in a new
language
Learn more about the job of someone you
know
Memorize a song, poem or quote
Visit a museum or cultural event in your
area
Learn about a specific period in history
Read a book that is slightly
challenging or different from what
you would normally read
Practice good screen time habits
Learn about and participate in a
sport
Learn to cook something new
Learn how to be safe online
Learn a new skill
Learn more about someone you
admire or a subject in school
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Increasing KNOWLEDGE &
improving SKILLS
W h a t a r e s om e thi n g s I am W h a t a r e so me th in gs tha t are

a l r e ad y g oo d at ? ha r d f or me ?

G r o w i n g m y K NO WLED GE i s
like to develop?
i m p o r t a n t to me beca u se. . .
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TIME TO THINK
the LEA RNING ar ea s of your life . Write down as many as
you can think of.
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MY GOAL:

R e l e v e n t : H o w doe s thi s go a l h elp m e gro w as a pers o n ?

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T A S K S : W h at s te p s d o I n eed to t a k e? (B e su r e t o
COMPLETE BY:
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most:
H o w I c a n u s e th is W h a t I w ou ld do
g o a l t o h e l p oth e rs : d i f f e r e n tly:
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health
GOALS
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IDEAS FOR
health
How can I imp ro ve
my physical an d
emoti on al he alth?
GROWTH
Do something that keeps you active

(sports, dance, playing outside, etc.)
Take care of the things you own
Keep your body clean
Brush your hair and teeth every day
Learn to cook a healthy meal or snack
Learn and share a new art skill
Use one of your talents to help someone
Learn and share new music skill
Practice saying "thank you" more often
Make a plan with your family for
emergencies
Learn more about what helps you feel
calm
Practice a difficult skill regularly
Pick up litter in your neighborhood
Spend time outside
Drink water regularly
Eat healthy foods
Keep your room clean
Learn how to repair something
Help with yard work
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Strengthening my BODY and MIND


M a k i n g m y BO D Y and M IN D s tr on g
like to develop?
i s i m p o rta n t to m e be cau s e.. .
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TIME TO THINK
the HE ALTH a reas o f yo ur l ife. Write dow n as many as
you can think of.
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MY GOAL:


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MY GOAL:
COMPLETION DATE:

COMPLETE BY:
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most:
H o w I c a n us e this W h a t I w ou ld do
g o a l t o h e l p ot h e rs: d i f f e r e n tly:
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other
GOALS
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IDEAS FOR What else would I
other GROWTH
like t o l earn more
about or get better
at ?
Volunteer in the community

Save $100
Use your skills or talents to earn money
Do a science experiment
Interview your grandparents about their
lives
Make a video
Finish a book series
Put on a talent show with friends
Bake and deliver cookies to neighbors
Invite a new friend over
Write down a list of places you'd like to
visit
Donate money to a good cause
Do extra chores to earn money
Commit to doing your homework without
complaining
Do random acts of kindness
Learn how to do yoga
Learn new jokes to share
Spend less time on screens
Create a new healthy habit
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other GOALS
More ways to LEARN and IMPROVE


G r o w i n g in M A NY wa y s i s
like to develop?
i m p o r t a n t to me beca u se. . .
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the OTHER a rea s of yo ur l if e . Write dow n as many as you
can think o f.
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MY GOAL:


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MY GOAL:
COMPLETION DATE:
T A S K S : W h at s te p s d o I n eed to t a k e? (B e su r e t o
COMPLETE BY:
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most:
H o w I c a n u s e th is W h a t I w ou ld do
g o a l t o h e lp o th e r s: d i f f e r e n tly:
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MY
quick-start
GOAL SHEETS
M Y G O A L: S T E P S I N E ED T O T AK E :
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I need help.
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How will you celebrate?
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C O M P L E T I O N D A T E: er
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fl
ct a
I need help.
I n e e d a n ew p l an .
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find the
good
MINDFULNESS &
GRATITUDE KIT
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MINDFULNESS & GRATITUDE KIT
hey there!
A s p a r e n t s , o n e o f th e g re a te s t things w e ca n te ach o u r k ids is to fin d
h a p p i n e s s a n d lo ok for th e g o od in any s itua ti o n. T hat’s n o t to say t hey
w o n ’ t e x p e r ie nc e d isa pp o i ntm e nt , s tr es s, an d ot he r bi g e m o tions. O f
c o u r s e t h ey w ill.
B u t t h e y c an l e ar n the re q u i re d s ki lls t o f in d a w ay p a st diff iculty – an d

t h a t ’ s m u c h m o re powe r ful th a n be ing a b l e to a vo i d dif f ic ulty a lt og et h er .
B e c a u s e p o sit ive th in kin g i s a m uscle , it req ui res rep e titive e ff ort to s ta y

s t r o n g . A n d t h a t's e x a ct ly whe re th i s kit c omes in.
H e r e , y o u ' ve go t a c ce s s to o v e r 30 p a ges of re s ource s t ha t will h elp y o u r

k i d s b e c o m e mo re s e lf - awa re and le a rn how to b e g ra te fu l f or a nd
c o n t r i b u t e t o the w orl d a ro u n d them .
S o w h e r e d o yo u st a rt ? He re ar e 3 opti ons:
1. P r i n t o u t t h e e n t i r e k it an d p ut it in a bi nd er. T hen y ou r kid s c an h ave

q u i c k a c ce s s t o e v e r y thi ng i n a n e a sy-to- fi nd pl a ce . ( Bo nu s : Som e p a ge s
c a n e v e n b e la mi n a te d f o r repe at us e. )
2. P r i n t a s y ou go a lo n g . R at h e r tha n pri n ting eve ry th ing o u t at on c e, p r int
p a g e s a s y o u ne ed the m . An d pri nt as m any co pie s as y o u ne e d ! ( O ne k i t
p e r h o u s e ho l d , p l e ase . )
3. L e a v e s om e of it dig it a l. S o m e of t he pa g e s c a n be k e pt as a scr ee nsh o t
o n a d e v ic e. Th e n t h e y 're r ea d y to go wh e ne ve r yo ur k ids ar e!
G e t t i n g a h ea d s tart teac h i ng ki ds a bout mi ndful n ess and g ratitu de i s an

e x c e l l e n t w a y for th em to b u i ld r es ili ence a n d p ract i ce sta y ing opti m i s ti c.
B u t d o n ' t fe e l li k e yo u h av e to us e eve ry th in g in thi s b und le a t o nc e t o
m a k e t h a t h ap pe n . J us t u s e w ha t yo u ne e d whe n yo u n eed it.
W h e n i t c o me s to k ids , rem e mbe r - k e ep it simp le to k ee p it f un!
Jen McConaghie
T h i s T i m e O f Mi n e
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TABLE OF
contents
ALL ABOUT ME
WHAT I THINK
DO MORE/DO LESS
HEALTHY DAILY HABITS
PROBLEM SOLVING PLAN
MY GOAL LADDER
DID YOU KNOW?
WHEN I NEED TO FEEL CALM
MY MOOD TRACKER
POSITIVE AFFIRMATION CARDS
INSPIRATION CARDS
10-DAY GRATITUDE CHALLENGE
THANK YOU LETTER
THANK YOU CARDS
THE 5 SENSES GRATITUDE CHALLENGE
GRATITUDE JOURNAL PAGE
COMPLIMENT CARDS
KINDNESS TRACKER
KINDNESS CHALLENGE
30-DAY KINDNESS CHALLENGE
HELPFULNESS TRACKER
READING CHALLENGE
30-DAY READING CHALLENGE
PRINTABLE QUOTES
POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS FOR ANY OCCASION
FOR PARENTS:
ENCOURAGING KIDS TO TRY NEW THINGS
CONVERSATION STARTERS
65 WAYS TO LOVE YOUR CHILD
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ALL ABOUT
I AM YEARS OLD
WH AT I LIK E
ABO UT ME
MY PORTRAIT
I AM GOOD AT
E
TH IN G S I LI K
TO D O
THIN GS I LIKE
T H I N G S I W ANT T H IN G S I W
ANT
TH IN GS I HA VE TO DO TO LEARN
D O NE
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WHAT I THINK
I AM HAPPIEST
I GET UPSET WHEN
WHEN
I T H I N K I T 'S IM PO R TANT
I AM PROUD THAT I
F O R M E TO
ADVICE I WOULD
GIVE TO MYSELF
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LEARNING & GROWING
one day AT A TIME
I WANT TO...
DO LESS DO MORE
Complaining Helping my family
Arguing Finding the positive
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EXAMPLES OF HEALTHY
daily habits
Wake up at the same time every day
Make your bed
Brush your teeth in the morning
Brush your hair
Put on fresh clothes
Take vitamins
Drink at least 4-6 glasses of water
Eat less sugary foods
Eat at least 5 fruits and veggies
Eat healthy snacks
Do something nice for someone
Practice positive thinking
Clean your room
Be physically active for at least 30 minutes
Wash your hands before eating, after
playing outside, after coming home, and
after going to the bathroom
Spend less than an hour playing
video/computer games or watching TV
Read a few pages in a book
Write in your journal
Brush and floss at night
Take a bath or shower every day
Go to bed at the same time every night
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MY PROBLEM-SOLVING PLAN
1
M Y P R O B L E M:
2 POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
I COULD TRY:
3 W H A T C O U L D H A P P E N IF
I T R I E D T H I S S O LU T I ON ?
4
C O L O R I N T H E P U ZZ LE P IE C E
N E X T T O T H E S O L U TI ON Y O U
WILL TRY!
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MY GOAL LADDER
MY GOAL
T H E N I W IL L:
JUST IN CASE:
T H E N I W IL L:
T H E N I W IL L
T H E N I W IL L:
T H E N I W IL L
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DID YOU KNOW?
IT'S OKAY
TO... CHANGE
YOUR
MAKE mind
mistakes NOT
know
SOMTHING
ASK SHARE
FOR your
help THOUGHTS
SAY
no
NOT
HAVE A GET IT
BE
different
IDEA scared yet
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WHEN I NEED TO FEEL calm
I CAN TALK TO: I C AN TELL MYSELF:
MY FAVORITE
CALMING S TRATEGIES
( M O V I N G M Y B O D Y, T A K I N G A S H O W E R , L I S TE N IN G TO
M U S I C , G O IN G O U TS I D E, BR EA TH I N G , W R I T I N G ,
D R A W IN G , H U G S , M AN TR A S , ET C.)
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MY MOOD TRACKER
FILL IN ONE SQUARE EVERY DAY WITH THE COLOR
THAT BEST MATCHES HOW YOU FELT.
color key J F M A M J J A S O N D
1
HAPPY, RELAXED,
2
CALM, LOVED
3
4
EXCITED, ENERGETIC,
CREATIVE, SILLY 5
6
NORMAL, GOOD, 7
FINE, OK 8
9
TIRED, BORED, 10
LAZY, SICK 11
12
SAD, LONELY, INSECURE, 13
DISAPPOINTED,
14
15
GRUMPY, FRUSTRATED,
16
ANNOYED, ANXIOUS
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
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I AM A I
PROBLEM BELIEVE
solver IN
I LOV E me
learning
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I C A N LET M Y I MY I DEAS
happy never AR E
SHINE never unique

never
BRIGHT GIVE UP
I AM I
so
I HA V E
brave CAN
I AM LEARN
much strong anything
TO OFFER
I I AM A
I AM IN
can CHARGE h a rd
AND I
OF MY WORKER
will at tit ud e
I HA V E
I AM A
good CHALLENGES h elp e r
IDEA S MAKE ME
stronger
I AM ALL O F MY
I AM
loved PROBLE MS
I AM
healthy
HAV E
solutions
k i nd
I AM
safe
IF N OT
NOW...
keep b e li eve
going IN YOURSELF
when? UNTIL YOU ARE

AND YOU WILL BE
u ns top pabl e
PROUD
YOU CAN M OVE YOU ARE

mountains
CHOOSE enough
happy
TODAY
IF IT DOESN'T PO SI TI VE
challenge thoughts
YOU, CREA TE CHOOSE
IT DOESN'T
change
PO SI TI VE
feelings k i nd
YOU. TODAY
T HE RE I S DON'T BE
YOU' VE
always AFRAID
totally SOM ETH I NG TO BE
GOT
TO BE
grateful
g r e at
TH IS FOR
GOOD BE THE
energy FIND f r i e nd
IS yourself YOU WANT TO
contagious ATTRACT
A ND BE
THA T
THE WORLD
NEEDS YOU A RE
amazing
t o d ay
IS THE
you
REMEM B ER
DAY THAT
10-DAY
GRATITUDE
CHALLENGE
DAY 1: Draw a picture of 3 things you love in nature.
Write a Thank You card to someone outside of

DAY 2: your family.
DAY 3: Take a picture of 5 things you are thankful for.
Write a story about a memory you are grateful

DAY 4: for.
Offer a quick thought of gratitude each time

DAY 5: before you eat.
Write down 5 things about YOU that you are

DAY 6: thankful for.
Give a Thank You card to each person in your

DAY 7: house.
Go on a walk with a family member and find

DAY 8: things you are grateful for.
DAY 9: Listen to a song that makes you feel happy.
DAY 10: Fill out the 5 Senses Gratitude Challenge.
BONUS: Keep a Gratitude Journal for 1 week.
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A NOTE TO SAY THANKS!
Saying "thank you" is a great way to spread joy.
Think of someone outside your family that you could thank. (A neighbor, teacher,
police officer, or anyone you want!)
Write them a letter to let them know how grateful you are for what they do or
have done. Then cut it out and send it in the mail. You can also deliver it in person!
DEAR ,
THANK YOU FOR
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DEAR , DEAR ,
THANK YOU FOR THANK YOU FOR
IT MADE ME FEEL: IT MADE ME FEEL:
LOVE, LOVE,
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DEAR , DEAR ,
LOVE, LOVE,
DEAR , DEAR ,
LOVE, LOVE,
THE 5 SENSES
GRATITUDE CHALLENGE
There are so many things to be grateful for. Use your 5 senses
to discover things that bring you joy.
I L O V E T O SEE : I L O V E T O H E A R:
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
I L O V E T O T A ST E: I L O V E T O S M EL L :
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
I L O V E T O FEE L :
1.
2.
3.
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TODAY IS: M T W TH F S S / / gratitude
J O U R NA L
I 'M T H A N K F UL F OR WHAT WAS THE BEST PART OF YOUR DAY?

DRAW OR WRITE ABOUT IT:
1.
2.
3.
I FEEL:
THIS PERSON MADE ME HAPPY TODAY:
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TODAY IS: M T W TH F S S / / gratitude
J O U R NA L
I 'M T H A N K F UL F OR WHAT WAS THE BEST PART OF YOUR DAY?

DRAW OR WRITE ABOUT IT:
1.
2.
3.
I FEEL:
THIS PERSON MADE ME HAPPY TODAY:
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DEAR , DEAR , DEAR ,
I'VE GOT A compliment FOR YOU! I'VE GOT A compliment FOR YOU! I'VE GOT A compliment FOR YOU!
MY
KINDNESS
TRACKER
C O L O R I N O N E S E CT ION EA C H TI ME YO U D O S O ME T HI NG NIC E
FOR S OME ONE E LS E .
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kindness CHALLENGE
HOLD THE DOOR OPEN LET SOMEONE ELSE GO
BRING A SURPRISE TREAT FIRST
SAY HELLO TO WORKERS FORGIVE SOMEONE
SMILE AT EVERYONE YOU SEE THANK THE HELPERS AT
SEND A THANK YOU CARD SCHOOL
READ TO A SIBLING VOLUNTEER IN THE
PICK UP TRASH OUTSIDE COMMUNITY
SAY I LOVE YOU TO A FAMILY SHARE A SNACK
MEMBER INCLUDE SOMEONE NEW
DONATE TOYS DO SOMETHING WITHOUT
LEAVE NICE NOTES FOR BEING ASKED
PEOPLE TO FIND WRITE 5 THINGS YOU ARE
LET SOMEONE GO AHEAD OF GRATEFUL FOR
YOU IN LINE STAND UP FOR SOMEONE
TALK TO SOMEONE NEW AT HELP A FAMILY MEMBER
SCHOOL MAKE A SIBLING'S BED
READ TO SOMEONE ELDERLY CHOOSE TO NOT GET ANGRY
MAKE SOMEONE LAUGH SHARE SOMETHING
GIVE COMPLIMENTS ASK SOMEONE ABOUT
CLEAN UP AFTER DINNER THEIR DAY
SAY SOMETHING NICE ABOUT SEND A CARD IN THE MAIL
SOMEONE GIVE SOMEONE A FLOWER
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30-DAY
KINDNESS
CHALLENGE
TH E S E C H AL L E N G E S C A N BE D O N E IN AN Y O R D E R
PICK UP
HELP BRING
SHARE TRASH CLEAN THE
SOMEONE TREATS TO
WITH A OUTSIDE INSIDE OF
WITH A A
SIBLING THE THE CAR
CHORE NEIGHBOR
HOUSE
SMILE AT WRITE DOWN

SAY I LOVE
WRITE A EVERYONE 3 THINGS
READ TO A YOU TO A
LETTER TO YOU SEE THAT HELP
SIBLING FAMILY
SOMEONE FOR A Y O U F E EL
MEMBER
WHOLE DAY CALM
LEAVE
DRAW A DO
NICE GIVE COMPLIMENT
PICTURE SOMETHING
NOTES FOR SOMEONE PEOPLE ALL
FOR YOU LOVE
SOMEONE FLOWERS DAY LONG
SOMEONE TO DO
TO FIND
LEAVE A GO ON A
GIVE
BOOK IN A WALK AND
DONATE SOMEONE TAKE OUT
"LITTLE PICK UP
TOYS A THANK THE TRASH
FREE TRASH ON
YOU CARD
LIBRARY" YOUR WAY
DONATE READ TO MAKE

WAVE AT
GIVE HUGS OLD SOMEONE SOMEONE
S T R A N G ERS
CLOTHES ELDERLY LAUGH
WRITE DO A WRITE
DOWN 5 OPEN THE MAKE A CHORE DOWN AN
THINGS YOU DOOR FOR SIBLING'S WITHOUT INSPIRING
L O V E A B OU T SOMEONE BED BEING QUOTE AND
YOURSELF ASKED D I S P L A Y IT
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MY
HELPFULNESS
TRACKER
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I READ...
A BOOK THAT TAKES PLACE IN A SCIENCE-FICTION BOOK
WATER SOMETHING WITH RED ON
A BOOK ABOUT A REAL THE COVER
PERSON A BOOK FILLED WITH
A BOOK THAT TAKES PLACE IN RHYMES
THE FUTURE A BOOK THAT WON AN
ABOUT A REAL EVENT AWARD
A JOKE BOOK A BOOK SET IN A DIFFERENT
A POETRY BOOK COUNTRY
A MYSTERY BOOK A BOOK THAT ALSO THAT
A HISTORICAL FICTION HAS A MOVIE
A BOOK ABOUT ANIMALS A BOOK ABOUT A WAR
A BOOK ABOUT MAGIC A BOOK WITH A COLOR IN
A GRAPHIC NOVEL THE TITLE
A MAGAZINE A BOOK WITH GOLD ON THE
A BEST-SELLER COVER
A BOOK WITH AN AWARD A HOW-TO BOOK
MEDAL ON THE COVER A COMEDY BOOK
A NEW RELEASE A BOOK ABOUT SUMMER
A BOOK BY MY FAVORITE A BOOK ABOUT BRAVERY
AUTHOR A FANTASY BOOK
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30-DAY
READING
CHALLENGE
TH E S E C H AL L E N G E S C A N BE D O N E IN AN Y O R D E R
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IT'S O KA Y TO B E
brave
AND
afraid
AT THE
SAME
TIME - BRENE BROWN
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TH ER E IS NO
elevator
TO S UCC ES S,
YO U H AVE
TO TAK E T HE
stairs - ZIG ZIGLAR
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ENCOURAGIN G KIDS TO
TRY NEW THINGS

S o m e o f y o u r m o st p o w e r f u l t ea ch in g w i ll ha pp e n d u r i n g c as ua l in t e r a c t io n s . T h e s e p h ra s e s a nd
q u e s t i o n s w i ll h e l p yo u m a k e t h e m o st o f e v e ryd ay t e a ch in g m o m en ts .F or m o r e st r a t e g i es , v i sit
h t t p s :/ / t h i st im eo f m i n e . c o m / h elp i n g - ki d s - g a i n -t h e- co nf i d e n ce - t o- tr y -n ew - th i ng s /
PHRASE S T O USE
1 SUCCESS MEANS A WILLINGNESS TO TRY.
2 YOU DON’T HAVE TO GET IT THE FIRST TIME.
3 IT’S OKAY TO NOT KNOW HOW TO DO SOMETHING.
4 IT’S OKAY IF YOU DON’T LIKE IT THE FIRST TIME.
NOT EVERYTHING WORKS OUT THE WAY WE THINK IT WILL,

5 AND THAT’S FINE.
6 YOU'LL NEVER KNOW UNLESS YOU TRY.
BEING NERVOUS MEANS YOU’RE CHALLENGING YOURSELF.

7 GOOD JOB.
8 EVERYONE HAS TO LEARN, EVEN THE EXPERTS.
9 IT’S OKAY TO TAKE BREAKS.
10 I BELIEVE IN YOU.
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PHRASES T O US E ( C O N T . )
YOU ARE STRONG, DETERMINED AND PERSISTENT. YOU

11 NEVER GIVE UP.
12 YOU ARE SUCH A HARD WORKER.
13 YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE THE BEST ON THE FIRST DAY.
14 YOU WERE SCARED AND YOU DID IT ANYWAY!
IT’S IMPORTANT TO CHALLENGE OURSELVES, BUT IT’S UP TO

15 YOU HOW TO DO THAT.
WELL, THAT DIDN’T WORK. AT LEAST YOU KNOW ONE WAY

16 NOT TO DO IT NEXT TIME!
BONUS: SHARE AN EXPERIENCE WITH YOUR CHILD WHEN

17 YOU OVERCAME SOMETHING SCARY.
QUE S T ION S TO AS K
I SEE YOUR PICTURE ISN’T TURNING OUT THE WAY YOU

1 WANTED IT TO. HOW CAN YOU USE IT TO MAKE
SOMETHING NEW?
2 OOPS, THAT DIDN’T GO AS PLANNED. WHAT CAN WE DO

INSTEAD?
3 WHAT DON’T YOU LIKE ABOUT …?
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QUE STION S T O A S K ( CON T.)
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO YOUR FRIEND IF THEY FELT

4 THIS WAY ABOUT …?
WHAT ARE YOU AFRAID WILL HAPPEN IF YOU TRY …?

5 WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL THAT WOULD HAPPEN? WHAT IS
MORE LIKELY TO HAPPEN?
6 WHAT IF I TRY IT WITH YOU?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE SOME OTHER KIDS DOING …

7 FIRST?
WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO PRACTICE IN FRONT OF ME

8 FIRST?
IS THERE SOMETHING I CAN DO TO HELP YOU FEEL MORE

9 COMFORTABLE?
WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU’RE SCARED OF TRYING? HOW CAN

10 I HELP YOU WITH THAT?
HOW DO YOU THINK YOU WILL FEEL IF YOU MISS OUT ON

11 THIS OPPORTUNITY?
CAN YOU THINK OF SOMETHING THAT USED TO BE REALLY

12 HARD OR SCARY THAT’S EASIER NOW? WHAT HELPED YOU
DO IT?
HOW LONG DO YOU THINK IT TAKES FOR SOMEONE TO GET

13 REALLY GOOD AT SOMETHING LIKE BASEBALL OR GUITAR?
WHO DO YOU KNOW THAT SEEMS NATURALLY GOOD

14 AT SOMETHING WITHOUT HAVING TO PRACTICE? DO
YOU THINK THEY’LL BE ABLE TO KEEP BEING GOOD
AT IT IF THEY NEVER PRACTICE?
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MEANINGFUL QUESTIONS
TO ASK YOUR KIDS
Learn more about your kids, build trusting relationships, and help them feel
that they belong with these conversation starters. Cut them out and keep
them in a jar, or simply take a screenshot to keep on your phone.
What is your favorite game What's something scary

to play? you'd try at least once?
What's your favorite

What's your favorite drink?
dessert?
What are you most proud What are you most afraid
of? of?
What's your favorite What skill would you like

memory? to master?
If you could be famous for

What's your favorite place
one thing, what would it
to eat?
be?
If you didn't have to sleep,

What song do you love
what would you do
right now?
instead?
What's the luckiest thing If you could go anywhere

that's ever happened to in the world, where would
you? it be?
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MEANINGFUL QUESTIONS
CONTINUED
If you could switch places

with anyone, who would it
cereal?
be?
What do you wish you

What makes you happiest?
knew more about?
What do you hope never When people need your

changes? help, what is it usually for?
What do you think you're

What makes you nervous?
really good at?
If you could make one

thing disappear forever,
holiday?
what would it be?
What's your favorite thing What do you wish you

to do? never had to do again?
What is your favorite thing

What is your favorite food?
to learn about?
Who is your favorite If you had the whole day

fictional character? free, what would you do?
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65 WA YS TO
love your child
Smile when they enter the room. Let them help you cook, and trust them to do a lot
Let them read their books to you. without help.
Teach them to do something. Cut paper snowflakes, Give back rubs.
tie their shoes, make shadow puppets… Allow them to make choices.
Give them time to tell about their day during dinner. Slip notes into places they’ll find during the day.
Leave a note on their pillow for them to find at Lunchboxes, books, in the cereal box…
bedtime. Do Mad Libs together. These never seem to get old
Compliment them when they stick with something with kids.
hard. Display their art.
Notice and appreciate the times they go above and Let them get messy.
beyond. Spend time outside in nature together. Go on hikes,
Tell them stories from when they were younger. scavenger hunts, walks, camping trips, etc.
Let them know it’s okay to not know something, and Hold family meetings and include them in the
that they can ask you questions whenever they need discussion.
to. Apologize when you make a mistake.
Look through family pictures and videos. Make sure they know your love is unconditional. Say
Tell them stories from your life. things like, “I love you no matter what.”
Make their favorite meal. Show them that you trust them.
Plan a surprise together. Put your phone away.
Set the timer for 15 minutes and do whatever they Become totally into something together. A song, a
want to do. movie, a book, etc.
Watch a movie or show with them (that they get to Talk about memories as a family.
choose.) Make birthdays special.
Teach them a cool handshake or hand-clap game. Teach them about their body. Let them know how
Play the cup game together. amazing their body is, teach them how to keep it
Pick them up from school. safe and healthy, and do things together to keep
Refer to your family as a team or a unit. their body strong.
Let them choose the music in the car. Help them thoroughly learn hygiene.
Laugh at their jokes (even when they don’t make Compliment their smile.
sense). Have late-nights. Play games, watch a movie or do
Tell them that they are your favorite x-year-old in the something they love to do.
whole world, and change the age to however old Set goals together.
they are. Allow them to go slow.
Come up with something specific to your family, like Ask before offering help or advice sometimes.
a password, dance move, or something unique with Hang up pictures of them.
your name in it. Show genuine interest in the things they are good
When they feel down or when someone says at or interested in.
something unkind to them, let them know what Don’t downplay their fears.
YOU think of them. Teach them about the importance of helping others,
Show your silly side. Let them see your terrible dance and do nice things for others together. Their self-
moves or funny faces. worth will grow the more they contribute to the
Look them in the eyes when they talk to you. people in their lives.
Empathize with them. Show interest in their friends.
Let them hear you say nice things about them to Build them up. Let them know that you think they
others (especially when they think you don’t know are smart, funny, kind, creative, etc.
they’re listening). Kiss them goodnight.
Tell them you love them. Often. Help them understand that home is their safe place.
Be affectionate. And not all affection has to be Hug them for no reason at all.
serious. Make them giggle by smothering them with Love your spouse.
hugs or kisses…even if they think they’re too old for Tell them that they can come to you for anything.
that. (And be prepared to listen judgment-free when they
Learn something new together. do.)
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POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP ME BUILD
resilience
I can take the first step. I will think about what can go right,
I don’t quit ‘cause I’ve got grit. not about what can go wrong.
FAIL = First Attempt In Learning I can let go of past mistakes.
It’s okay to make mistakes. I can try again tomorrow.
Today I will try something new. If I fall, I can get back up.
I am willing to learn. I can take responsibility for my
Today is a new day. mistakes.
I can learn from my mistakes. I keep going when things get hard.
Any action is better than no action. I can take it one step at a time.
Mistakes mean I am learning. It might not be easy, but it is worth it.
I am a problem solver. I have overcome challenges before,
I am a hard worker. and I can do it again.
All of my problems have solutions. I can get through this.
Failure isn’t fatal. I can do better next time.
I never give up. It’s okay to take breaks.
POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP ME WITH
big emotions
My attitude is in my control. A bad day doesn’t have to stay a bad
I can ask for help. day.
It’s okay to not know something. I can always find something to be
I can choose to be happy. grateful for.
I am in charge of my attitude. I can find the positive in any situation.
Attitude is everything. I will feel better soon.
I am loved. I am healthy. I am safe. I can choose to let it go.
Some days are just hard. I can choose to think positive.
My feelings are real. I am in charge of my own happiness.
It’s okay to be upset or sad sometimes. There is always something to be
My hard feelings won’t last forever. grateful for.
I can find someone to help me through Positive thoughts create positive
my emotions. feelings.
I will be okay. Tomorrow is a brand new day.
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POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP ME FIND MY
inner strength
I can learn anything. I can say no.
I can work out almost anything. I am proud of who I am.
I can build good habits that help I am here for a reason.
me succeed. My worth comes from inside
I can try again. of me.
I know how to work hard. I have something unique to
If I am tired, I take breaks - I don’t offer.
quit. I have value.
I can handle any challenge. I can do amazing things.
I can do anything I want. I just I am a creative thinker.
have to try. I am creative.
It’s okay to have a different idea. I trust me.
I am strong enough to step I am smart.
outside of my comfort zone. I am important.
I have so much to offer. My best is enough.
I have good ideas. I can make good choices.
I am brave. I have the power to reach my
I am strong. goals.
I can find my courage inside of I am in charge of my life.
me. I am proud of myself.
I am honest, no matter what. I am strong, determined and
I don’t have to prove myself to persistent.
anyone. I stand up for what I believe
My foundation is strong. in.
I have unique talents and I am interesting.
strengths. I am not afraid to be great.
I can be a leader. I’ve totally got this.
I can ask for help. I am unstoppable.
I am brave enough to speak up. I can move mountains.
I can be firm. My ideas are unique.
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POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP ME WITH
kindness &
self-love
I am a helper. I can bring joy to others.
I am kind. I can choose kind, even when
My smile and my mind are my best it’s hard.
attributes. I can show love through my
I will not compare myself to others. words and actions.
True beauty comes from inside of me. I notice others.
I am beautiful. There are times to push myself
My body is beautiful. and times to rest.
I appreciate what my body can do. My body is mine.
Everyone is different. That’s what I can stand up for others.
makes the world interesting. I deserve to have kind friends.
I will be a friend to someone who I can only control myself - not
needs me today. others.
I attract friends by being a good I can respect others’
friend. boundaries.
I am a good listener. I like me.
I am dependable. I can be kind to myself.
If I say I will do something, I will do it. Someone needs me today.
I will treat others how I want to be I am the only me.
treated. I am happy with who I am.
I can work through disagreements in I can make a difference.
a calm way. I matter.
I include others. I deserve to be loved.
I like am generous. I have people who love me.
I can be the first to apologize. The world needs me.
I can forgive. I am amazing.
I can breathe to calm myself. I can be the kind of friend I
I can choose kind words. want to have.
It’s okay to need alone time. My good energy is contagious.
It doesn’t take much to make I choose kind today.
someone smile. I am enough.
My health is important.
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POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP ME DEVELOP A
growth mindset
I can have an open mind. I am willing to work hard for
As long as I am safe, I can do what I want.
scary things. I don’t have to be the best.
It’s okay to not know how Being nervous means I am
things will turn out. challenging myself.
I can learn from others. I’ll never know unless I try.
I can try new hobbies and Success means being willing to
activities. try.
I listen to my gut. I don’t have to get it the first
Each day is a chance to start time.
over. It’s okay to not know
Everyone has to learn - even something.
the experts. Not everything works out the
I can do things without being way I want. And that’s fine.
asked. I can get better every day.
I don’t have to be good at Practice makes me better.
everything. Today is the day.
I am intelligent in many I will be the best me today.
ways. If it doesn’t challenge me, it
I have what it takes. doesn’t change me.
I can learn anything with I can. And I will.
practice. Challenges make me stronger.
I am always getting better. If not now, when?
I can take it one step at a I can keep going until I am
time. proud.
I give myself permission to I love learning.
mess up. I believe in me.
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H a v e y o u eve r w or ri ed abou t th e eff ect s of 2 0 20 on you r kids ? D o y ou

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T h a t ' s a p r e tty i m po rt ant d e tail. L et 's go over t ha t. As p are nt s, w e

T h a t ’ s g r e a t! Bu t i t’s not e nough.

Y o u s e e , i n o rde r for g o als t o b e eff ec ti ve , they ha ve t o me a n

I t t a k e s t i m e f or k i ds t o lea rn w hy go als m a tte r , and it ta k es

H e r e a r e s o me i dea s t o g et yo u sta rted:

F O S T E R TH E IR I N TE R E ST : Ta l k abo ut thing s t he y fi n d e xc iting .

T E A C H THE M T HE I MP OR TA NCE O F A PL A N. P ick ing t he g oa l i s t h e

M A K E I T E A S Y F O R TH E M T O M ONIT O R T HEIR P RO GR ESS . Da i l y

B E A S TR O N G S U P PO R T S YST EM . W e can su ppo rt ou r k ids b y

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F o r e x a m p le, “I w ill d o be tter on

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G o a l s a r e m e an t to ma k e u s gr ow. T he y s houl d b e cha l leng in g en o ug h

B u t e v e n t h e bes t - pl a nn e d go als ca n f e e l o verw he lmin g a t tim e s .

I f y o u r c h i ld ge ts d is c ou ra g ed dur ing a go a l, te ach th em that it’s o kay

NEED SOME GOAL IDEAS?

N o w c o m e s t h e fu n pa r t. W hat wi ll y our kid s wo rk o n firs t? H ere a r e a

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THIS GOAL I S I MP OR TA NT TO ME BECAUSE:

YOU CA N MA KE YO U R LIFE AMAZING AND YOU C AN

YOU HA VE TALENTS AND GIFTS . YOU CAN MA KE

HER E'S HOW:

Once you know, follow these 4 steps and have fun!

1. DISCOVER: Pick something you want to do or get

2. PLAN: Break down your goal into smaller pieces.

3. ACT: Try it out! It's okay if you need to change your

4. REFLECT: Celebrate! Think about what you have

READY TO GET S TARTE D?

TIPS FOR PARENTS

GOAL CATEGORY IDEAS

PERSON AL GOALS SOCIAL GOALS

HEALTH GO ALS LEARNING GOA LS

MAKE YOUR GOALS:

Set goals that Your goals

How will I Is this a goal

30-DAY TRACKER: COLOR IN

TOTAL COST: DIVIDE BY 5:

THIS GOAL I S I MP OR TA NT TO ME BECAUSE:

Make a habit of reading every day, even

P E R S O N A L h ab its a nd s ki lls I a m P E R S O N A L hab i ts a nd s ki l l s t ha t

Things I would like to get better at W a y s I c an u se my PERS ONA L h a bi t s

S p e c i f i c : W h a t ex a ctly w ill I accom plish ?

M e a s u r a b l e : Ho w w ill I k now w hen I've co m ple ted m y g oa l ?

A t t a i n a b l e : I s it p os si ble t o me et thi s go al w ith ef fo r t b y m y

R e l e v e n t : H o w wil l th i s go a l help m e gr ow as a per son ?

T i m e - b a s e d : I wou ld l ike to comp let e this g oa l by:

T A S K S : W hat step s d o I n e ed to take ? ( B e sure to

P O T E N T I A L O BS TAC L E S: WHAT I CAN DO:

You did it! Now it's time to reflect.

How did I get through

Send birthday cards to all your cousins

What are some things I would like

S p e c i f i c : W h a t ex a ctly w ill I accom plish ?

M e a s u r a b l e : Ho w w ill I k now w hen I've co m ple ted m y g oa l ?

A t t a i n a b l e : I s it p os si ble t o me et thi s go al w ith ef fo r t b y m y