Fun Gratitude Activity: Play the Beach Ball Game with Kids

The Gratitude Beach Ball Game is a fun and interactive way to teach children about the importance of gratitude while keeping them engaged and active.

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Let’s the Play Gratitude Beach Ball Game

To play this game, you will need a beach ball and a permanent marker.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to play:

Prepare the Beach Ball: Before the game begins, take a beach ball and use a permanent marker to write different gratitude prompts on each coloured section of the ball. See my list of ideas below.
Gather the Kids: Have the children sit or stand in a circle. Explain the concept of gratitude and why it is important. Make sure they understand that the game is about sharing positive experiences and things they are thankful for.
Start the Game: Throw the beach ball to one of the children. When they catch it, they must look at the section where their right thumb is resting and read the prompt aloud. They then share their answer with the group. After sharing, they throw the ball to another child, and the process repeats.

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The game continues until every child has had a turn, or you can play for a set amount of time. This game not only helps children practice gratitude but also can help children to practice mindful movement.

A great brain break game, offering children a chance to rest and feel good.

See my List of Gratitude Beach Ball Prompts Below

A fun and easy gratitude beach ball game for kids and families

Your favourite music
your favourite colour
Your favourite game
Your favourite vegetable
Your favourite animal
Something I’m proud of
My Favourite fruit
My favourite place
My favourite season
Someone you are kind to
Someone who is kind to you
Something in nature I love
13. My Favourite season

I hope you enjoy this fun gratitude activity whether its in the classroom or at home. It was so much fun to play with my son and with the young people I work with.

Please share your experiences with me if you give this a go! Take Care Emma 🙂

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