Gratitude: 5 ways to help Your Daughter appreciate the little things this December.

December can bring excitement, pressure, tiredness, big feelings, and lots of “stuff.” Gifts, events, expectations and for some of us, it can be a lot!

That’s why this month is the perfect time to zone in more on gratitude. Not in a forced, “say thank you” way but in a soft, everyday way that helps our girls slow down, appreciate what’s around them, and find comfort in the small moments.

Here are some simple, meaningful ways to explore gratitude with your daughter this winter.

1. Start a Daily Gratitude Moment

Gratitude grows in the tiny pockets of the day. Try ending the day with one simple question:

“What made you smile today?”

OR

• “What is one good thing that happened today?”

• “What’s something small you’re thankful for?”

• “Who made your day a little better?”

  
  

This helps her end the day grounded, not overwhelmed.

2. Create a Gratitude Jar

Find an empty jar and some small pieces of paper. Each day, write down one thing you’re both grateful for big or small.

It could be:

• “Hot chocolate after school”

• “A funny moment with a friend”

• “Wearing my cosy jumper”

By New Year, she’ll have a jar full of memories that remind her of all the goodness around her.

3. Try a Gratitude Walk

December walks, although cold they can be nice the lights, the cold air, the decorations.

As you walk, encourage her to notice:

• Something she can see

• Something she can smell

• Something that feels cosy

• Something that makes her feel safe

This builds mindfulness and helps calm anxious minds.

4. Focus on experiences, not just things

As gifts and wish lists start appearing, gently shift the conversation to moments instead of material things.

Ask:

• “What memory are you excited to make this month?”

• “What would make December feel special for you?”

• “Which traditions do you want to keep or start this year?”

It teaches her that good is found in connection, not in how much she receives.

5. Remind her to be grateful for herself, too

This is the most powerful one. Girls often forget to acknowledge their own strengths.

Try asking: “What’s one thing you’re proud of yourself for today?”

It builds self-worth, self-respect, and confidence all wrapped inside a simple gratitude practice.

Reminder: Gratitude isn’t about ignoring hard days or pretending everything is perfect.

It’s about helping our girls notice the good, even on the messy, tired, emotional days. It’s about slowing down. It’s about connection. And most of all, it’s about creating moments that help them feel grounded, supported, and loved.

“My December Gratitude Challenge” - CLICK here for your 30 days of noticing the little things prompts.

A Little Invitation

If you’d love your daughter to build more confidence, kindness and gratitude all year round not just in December, we’d love to welcome her to the Serenity Girls Club.

If you’re curious or want to join us for the next term, you can find all the info here: 👉🏽 The S4G Club!

We’d love to have her with us. 💛✨