What are New Year’s Resolutions?
Every year, many people make special promises to themselves called “New Year’s Resolutions.” These are goals or things they want to change or do better in the new year. Imagine it’s like when you decide to be a better player at football or learn to ride your bike without stabilisers. You might tell yourself, “This year, I am going to practice more!”
For families, New Year’s Resolutions can be about things everyone wants to do together. This is a great way to bond and make fun memories!
Why are they important?
New Year’s Resolutions can help us think about our lives and what we want to achieve. They show that we care about ourselves and each other. Here are a few reasons why they are good:
- Setting Goals: Just like in school, where we set goals for learning, families can set goals to improve their time together.
- Teamwork: Working on the same resolution helps everyone feel like they are part of a team. It’s nice to share something together.
- Feeling Good: When families achieve their resolutions, it can make them feel happy and proud.
Examples of Family Resolutions
Here are some fun examples of resolutions that families might make:
- Weekly Family Game Night: Imagine every Friday evening, the whole family gathers to play board games. This could help everyone spend time together and have fun! It’s a wonderful way to unwind and engage in some friendly competition.
- Cooking New Dishes Together: You could choose a different country each month and cook a traditional dish from there. This way, you can learn about different cultures and enjoy tasty food!
- Monthly Nature Walks: Going outdoors to explore parks, forests, or beaches once a month can be a great way to stay healthy and appreciate nature together — be it a weekly walk in the park or weekend hikes, getting fresh air is always a winner.
- Another great idea is to start a family book club – pick a book each month and gather over hot chocolate to discuss it.
- For those looking to be a bit healthier, committing to cooking a new recipe every week can be exciting! Explore different cuisines and have everyone pitch in.
Making Your Own Resolutions
Think about what resolutions could work for your families. Here’s how you can do that:
- Think About What Matters: Ask yourself what you and your family enjoy doing. Do you want to play more games or eat healthier foods?
- Talk to Your Family: Share your ideas with your family and see what they think. They might have their own ideas too!
- Write Them Down: Once everyone agrees on a resolution, write it down somewhere special, like on a calendar or a big piece of paper in your home.
Activities to Reinforce Understanding
Here are some fun activities to help you understand New Year’s Resolutions better:
Resolution Jar
- What You Need: A jar, colourful paper, and pens.
- How to Do It: Each family member writes down their resolution on a piece of paper and puts it in the jar. Every month, you can take one out and check how you’re doing!
Family Resolution Poster
- What You Need: A large piece of paper, markers, and stickers.
- How to Do It: Create a poster as a family that shows your resolutions. Each family member could decorate their section of the poster. This can be a colourful reminder of your goals!
Making New Year’s Resolutions as a family is a great way to connect, set goals and enjoy time together. Remember, it’s all about teamwork and making each other happy. So, think about what you can do this year to make your family time even better!
Written by Mrs Windett and the Wellbeing Leaders
