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Showing Gratitude

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There may be many people you are thankful for. It can be your parents or teachers. Or even your friends. How do you show your appreciation to others? Here are a few ways that you can express gratitude to those around you.

Write a card

(Above) A good way to express your feelings is to write them down. Write a letter to people you are thankful for. It can be homemade or bought from a store.

Do an act of kindness

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To show your appreciation, help your friends, family, or teachers. It can be as simple as opening the door for them. Or you can offer to carry something.

Give gifts

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Giving gifts is a gesture of appreciation. Gifts don’t have to be big or expensive. You can make your gift with things you have at home. Get crafty!

Say thank you

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Saying thank you is a simple and effective way to show your gratitude. When someone helps you, say thank you to show your appreciation.