Teaching children about the gift of giving during the holidays can make their holiday mean so much more than in past years. So many children are focused on receiving gifts which can result in the feeling of sadness when it’s all over. Teaching children how to give back to others over the holidays can make their holiday joy last throughout the year. Here are some ways to teach children to give back:
- Set up a holiday food drive with a school or a neighborhood
- Send holiday cards or gift boxes to those serving in the military
- Volunteer at a local soup kitchen
- Adopt a family in need and make them meals and/or gifts
- Teach children to show gratitude by sharing things they are thankful for
