Thank You Time
Parent and child name three things they are grateful for today. The agent coaches the parent to observe the child's ability to identify positive experiences, express gratitude, and reflect on their day — building contemplative awareness and positive psychology habits.
Opens a guided voice session in TogetherTime.
What you'll need
Quiet, comfortable spot. Best done at a consistent time (bedtime, after dinner). No materials needed.
How it works
- 1~30s
you, go first! Say 'I'm thankful for...' and name three things — make them specific and varied. Maybe one person, one experience, and one thing. For example: 'I'm thankful for your child's big smile this morning, I'm thankful for the sunshine today, and I'm thankful for our yummy dinner.' Then ask your child: 'What are YOU thankful for?'
Watch for: Child names something they are thankful for, showing gratitude awareness.
- 2~20s
Now ask specifically: 'Is there a person you want to say thank you to today? Who was kind to you?' This shifts from things to people — appreciating others is a deeper level of gratitude. Does your child name a person? Can they say why?
Watch for: Child expresses gratitude for a specific person and can explain why.
- 3~20s
Last reflection: ask your child: 'How does it feel to think about all these good things?' We want to see if your child can notice the positive feeling that comes with gratitude. Does they seem happier, calmer, or warmer after the exercise?
Watch for: Child shows or describes a positive emotional response to the gratitude practice.