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Be Happy Summer Camp 2024 – Week Two, Activity One – Happiness Star

It's Week Two of the Be Happy Summer Camp! Get ready to create something special and earn our Happiness Badge with our Happiness Star craft. You'll need some scissors, colouring pens and glue. Don't forget, your badge is included on your download, once you've completed this activity, cut it out and add to the Badge Sheet!

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Week Two, Activity Two of the Be Happy Summer Camp: Happiness Star Craft

Our Happiness Star craft is a fun and engaging activity that encourages children to reflect on what brings them joy. This printable resource includes a star template with space to write your child's name and strips to list the things that make them happy.

How to Use

  1. Gather Materials: You'll need scissors, colouring pens, and glue.
  2. Personalise: Have your child write their name in the space provided on the star.
  3. Reflect: Encourage your child to think about and write down the things that make them happy on the strips.
  4. Get Creative: Colour in, decorate, add glitter or whatever you wish!
  5. Craft: Cut out the star and strips, then glue the strips to the star to create a beautiful shooting star craft.

Fun Ways to Use the Happiness Star

  1. Decorate Their Room: Hang the Happiness Star in your child's room as a constant reminder of the things that bring them joy.
  2. Share with Family: Encourage your child to share their Happiness Star with family members, discussing what makes them happy.

Benefits

  • Promotes Positivity: Reflecting on what makes them happy helps children develop a positive mindset.
  • Encourages Self-Awareness: Writing down their sources of happiness fosters self-reflection and awareness.
  • Boosts Creativity: Decorating and assembling the Happiness Star allows children to express their creativity.
  • Supports Emotional Wellbeing: Focusing on positive experiences and feelings enhances overall emotional health.
  • Promotes Self Regulation: This craft gives children a go to of things they can do or use to help them during times of upset.

Why Use This Resource

  • Educational Value: Teaches children the importance of recognising and appreciating the things that make them happy.
  • Mental Health Benefits: Helps children focus on positive thoughts, contributing to better mental wellbeing.
  • Easy and Fun: A simple craft that requires minimal materials and provides maximum enjoyment.
  • Family Engagement: A great activity for parents and children to do together, fostering bonding and communication.

This fun and reflective activity not only brings joy but also promotes positive thinking and self-awareness. Download the Happiness Star craft today, get your scissors, colouring pens and glue ready, and help your child earn their Happiness Badge with a craft that's guaranteed to bring smiles.

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