Remember that time in February when your youngest lost his tooth in the sandbox? It took you a while, but you finally found it! Or that night in June when your family caught and released fireflies in your pajamas? As moms, we know these sweet moments slip by way too fast. So, we created this simple Year in Review Printable to help you pause and savor your family’s special memories from the past year.
Take 10 minutes to answer these questions with your family. Or keep the conversation going for longer! Reminiscing brings up all the feels (and all the stories). Print one for each family member or collect everyone’s thoughts on the same one. Together, you’ll answer questions like:
- One thing I’m proud of accomplishing: Acknowledging achievements builds confidence and teaches the value of hard work, whether making the JV team or bringing up that math grade.
- Two good memories that come to mind: Remembering multiplies the joyful moments because your family gets to experience those special times all over again.
- One hard thing I did this year: Being brave deserves to be celebrated, and reflecting on challenges helps your child recognize his growing resilience.
- Three things I’m most grateful for: Taking the time to note the people and moments that made your heart feel fullest nurtures a mindset of appreciation and leads to greater happiness.
Make the Year in Review a new family tradition!Â
Gather your kids on the couch, maybe with some hot chocolate, and capture stories from the past year. You’ll be amazed at what moments stood out to them most. The best part? Next year, pulling out this Year in Review will be like opening a time capsule of your family’s previous year. Every challenge overcome, every milestone reached, every ordinary day that turned out to be anything but—it’s all worth remembering!
