Thanksgiving is a celebration of gratitude and is a special time for family and friends. It’s all about being thankful for the blessings in our lives and can be a great time to share blessings with others. What a wonderful opportunity to teach our children about gratitude and generosity!

So in addition to overeating and watching football, try adding some of these to your family’s Thanksgiving tradition list.

5 Ways to Show Gratitude and Generosity

1. Prepare and deliver a meal to someone in need. Your local church could help identify a recipient if you don’t know someone already.
2. Prepare a care package for an overseas soldier. These men and women are often especially homesick during the holiday season. A care package is a sweet pick-me-up for them.
3. Gather some of your old books that are in great condition and deliver them to a local children’s hospital.
4. Sort through old toys for items that can be taken to Goodwill or Salvation Army.
5. Make some Thanksgiving crafts (here’s a great list of ideas) to deliver to a senior center or veteran’s home.

Are there special ways your family incorporates gratitude and generosity in your Thanksgiving traditions?

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