Create a keepsake for family members to treasure with one of these heart-shaped books. They're perfect for all ages to make & ideal for Valentine's Day, Mothering Sunday or Father's Day.
Ask children to choose 5 things they love about someone & I wonder what they would say? I love children's honesty when it comes to answering questions like this; you never know what responses they'll give! I'm pretty sure though that the 5 things they would offer would really mean something to them, & that's why it's so lovely to have a record of them in a little book like this. I'm sure any Mum, Dad, Grandparent or carer would love to receive a little book containing 5 unique reasons someone thinks they are special.
To make the book you'll need a red sheet of card for the cover, & 3 sheets of white paper. Fold the card & sheets of paper in half, & then cut out half a heart shape, so once the paper & card are opened you'll have a heart-shaped book. Staple the cover & pages together then add your book title to the front cover. Your book is now ready to be filled with love!
When it comes to choosing 5 things for the book some children may find it difficult, so it's sometimes helpful to offer a few prompts to encourage them, for example; When do they make you smile? What do you enjoy doing together? How do they help you? What's your favourite thing about them?
My girl made one of these for her Dad & was soon scribbling ideas down on a spare sheet of paper, it didn't take long to find 5 things. She added each one to a double page of the book (the book has 5 double pages); this gave enough space to be creative & add a picture/stickers alongside the text.
Offering children time to think about why a particular person is special gives them a moment to appreciate & value their gifts. Often life is so fast we don't always allow children that space, but this little mindful activity enables them to reflect & express their gratitude in their own words.
These books would be great for toddlers to create too, & alongside their drawings & mark-making you could scribe their thoughts.
Such a special little book to treasure any day of the year.