Teach kids kindness and gratitude with thank you notes

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Nearly 60% of Americans say they send thank you notes at least occasionally to show their appreciation for a gift or favor, according to a recent poll from AmericanGreetings.com. While writing thank yous might seem time consuming, it’s actually a wonderful opportunity to teach children important life lessons such as kindness, gratitude and empathy.Whether they are thanking their new teacher, their favorite fall sports coach, or a friend or family member, here are a few tips and tricks for creating meaningful – yet simple – thank yous with kids this back-to-school season and beyond. Focus on the Positive It’s important to give children a “why.” Parents should explain that when people receive a thank you note, it not only makes them feel good, but it lets them know that the
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