The holiday season isn’t just about presents. Its about kindness, caring, and giving! 💛
When we help others, we make the world a little brighter. And the best part? You don’t have to be a grown-up to make a difference — kids can spread joy too!
Here are some fun and meaningful ways kids can give back this holiday season.
🎁 1. Make Holiday Cards for Others
Grab some paper, crayons, stickers, and glue — and start spreading smiles!
You can make cards for:
- Neighbors or friends
- Nursing homes or hospitals
- Military members or community helpers
💡 Tip: Write cheerful messages like “You’re amazing!” or “Wishing you a cozy holiday!”
🧸 2. Donate Toys or Books You’ve Outgrown
Go through your toys, books, and games — if you find something gently used that you don’t play with anymore, another child might love it!
Ask a parent to help you find a local toy drive, library donation box, or charity that collects gifts for kids.
🎀 Remember: Only donate items that are clean and in good shape — giving your best shows you care!
🍪 3. Bake (or Make) Treats for Neighbors
You don’t need to be a chef to share a little sweetness!
- Bake cookies, muffins, or brownies with your family.
- Decorate them with holiday sprinkles.
- Deliver them with a smile and a “Happy Holidays!” note.
If baking isn’t your thing, try making snack mix, fruit cups, or pretzel rods dipped in chocolate — easy and fun!
🧦 4. Create “Kindness Kits”
Put together small bags of helpful items for people in need.
👜 What to include:
- Warm socks or gloves
- A granola bar or fruit snack
- A kind note or drawing
You can give them out with your family or donate them to a local shelter or community center.
🌟 5. Help Around the House
Giving back starts right at home!
💪 Try these small acts of kindness:
- Clean up without being asked
- Help set the table
Make your sibling’s bed
- Offer to walk the dog or shovel snow
Even little acts of kindness make a big difference.
📦 6. Join a Family or School Charity Project
Ask your teacher or parents if your class, school, or neighborhood is collecting donations this season.
You can help with:
- Food drives (canned goods and snacks)
- Coat or blanket collections
- Holiday fundraisers for families in need
💡 Bonus idea: Organize a “Kindness Day” at school where everyone brings something to share or writes thank-you notes for local heroes.
🕊️ 7. Share Your Time and Smiles
Sometimes, the best gift isn’t something you can wrap — it’s your time and kindness!
You can:
- Visit (or call) grandparents or family members who live far away.
- Sing carols or read stories at a local event.
- Write “Thank You” notes to community helpers — firefighters, mail carriers, or teachers.
❤️ 8. Start a Family Kindness Tradition
Every year, choose one way to give back together. It could be volunteering, donating, or just helping a neighbor.
✨ Example traditions:
- “Hot Cocoa & Kindness Night” – make cocoa and write thank-you letters.
- “The Giving Jar” – collect spare change all year to donate in December.
- “Secret Helper Week” – do secret kind things for each other at home!
🎉 Giving Feels Good!
When you give back, you don’t just help others — you fill your own heart with joy. 💖
So this holiday season, remember: small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Let’s all do our part to spread cheer, kindness, and love — one smile at a time!
Have an idea you have done before? We’d love to hear about it!
Live.Laugh.Learn,
Jenn, Owner of Teacher Time To Go