Do you remember your first New Year’s resolution? Adults use the new year to commit to making changes that will improve their lives. Kids can reap the benefits of New Year’s resolution motivation, too.
When talking to children about New Year’s resolutions, it’s important to help them set reasonable goals and discuss what you can do to help them as the parent.
Here are some ideas for New Year’s resolutions with kid-sized goalposts and a few resolutions the whole family can share.
Kids’ Resolutions
Try a New Instrument
Help your child pick out an instrument to try, or set aside some time to attend a live performance. Test some instruments out or listen to the different types of sounds!
Spend More Time With a Pet
Spending more time with a pet is good for the child and the animal. This could include visits to the park, more time playing, working on new tricks or brushing fur.
Keep Clean
Kids can try to get better at putting toys away when they’re done playing.
Try New Foods
Trying new foods can be hard, but it can also be exciting. Kids can sample new foods at their own pace.
Protecting Teeth
Kids can commit to brushing every day or improve their existing oral hygiene routine.
Family Resolutions
Eat More Vegetables
Team up to support each other in eating nutritious meals.
Take turns picking out veggies and try preparing vegetables in new ways.
Take More Walks
Spend time together and stay active by setting aside time to stretch your legs.
Volunteer Together
Teach kids the importance of making a difference in their community while you bond as a family.
Start a Game Night
Have fun with casual competition! Make game night a regular event to make sure everyone holds space for family time.
Learn New Words
Pick an unusual word each week and place it on the refrigerator with the definition and some examples of how that word is used! Use the new word correctly in conversation to earn points toward a family activity or treat.
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