Let’s start a new Thanksgiving tradition with a gratitude jar this year. A thankful jar is simple to make and can be a fun way to involve everyone at the holiday table. Plus, it’s a great way to reflect on everything we’re grateful for. Here’s how to make your own thankful jar.
Supplies You’ll Need for a Thankful Jar:
Gather your supplies. You’ll need a jar (any size or shape will do), some paper, and a pen or marker. Optional supplies include stickers, glitter, and other decorations.
Wide Mouth Mason Jar
- Set of two 64-ounce mason jars
- Wide mouth for easy access to the slips of paper
Construction Paper
- 480 ct. Crayola Construction Paper
- 48 pages of each of the 10 colors.
8″ Titanium-Bonded Non-Stick Scissors
- High-performance, patented titanium-bonded blades provide three times the strength of stainless steel blades
- Non-stick coated blades are corrosion and adhesive resistant
- Soft ergonomic handle enhances comfort during use and allows for easier cutting
Elmers Glue Sticks
- 4 glue sticks for kids
- Elmer’s large glue sticks dry clear, and apply smoothly
Crayola Super Tips Marker Set
- Supertips Markers can make thick or thin lines for a variety of coloring techniques.
- This bulk marker set features 100 different colors to make sure you always have the shade you need.
- Crayola Washable Markers are specially formulated to wash from the skin as well as most fabrics used in children’s clothing.
Directions for Hosting a Thankful Jar at Thanksgiving:
- Cut out a square of construction paper that will fit around the circumference of your jar.
- Decorate the paper with markers, crayons, or stickers. Be creative!
- Glue or tape the paper to the jar.
- On Thanksgiving Day, set the jar on the table with paper slips and pens.
- As family and friends share what they are thankful for during the meal, have them write down their thoughts on a slip of paper and drop it into the jar.
- At the end of the meal, read aloud some of the things that have been written down. This is sure to bring some laughs and maybe even some tears!
- Store the slips of paper in the jar and save them until next year. It will be fun to see what everyone was grateful for last year and how everyone’s perspectives may have changed over time.
A gratitude jar is a fun and easy way to spread holiday cheer and reflect on all the good in your life. A gratitude jar is a beautiful way to reflect on everything you’re thankful for this Thanksgiving season—and beyond! By taking just a few minutes to write down what you’re grateful for, you can fill your jar with happiness and good vibes that will last all year long. So get started today and see how wonderful it feels to focus on the positives in life!
