While much of the Gratitude research is focused on adults, there are several studies that show that there is a direct link between gratitude and happiness in children by the time they are 5 years old. Encouraging your little ones to say "Thank You" is a great place to start in the teaching and catching of gratitude, but TRUE GRATITUDE is actually much more involved than just good manners. According to researchers from UNC (University of North Carolina), gratitude consists of 4 parts.
Check out this bundle of resources and ideas created by Sesame Street to get started teaching your little ones.
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