Create a Family Gratitude Banner: A Simple Way to Teach Thankfulness

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to rush through the day and to just feel like you are always chasing the next thing? I know lately I tend to just be getting through each day. I wanted to slow down and start teaching my kids about contentment. One way to be content is to keep a record of gratitude--but it is not easy.  Between school, meals, and busy schedules, gratitude can quietly slip through the cracks. As parents, we want to raise thankful kids — not just polite ones, but children whose hearts are full of genuine gratitude toward God.

But how do we do that in a world that constantly tells them they need more to be happy?

That’s where creating a family gratitude banner comes in — a simple, hands-on way to make thankfulness visible in your home and heart.

 

Why Practicing Gratitude as a Family Matters

Gratitude isn’t just a nice idea — it’s a life-giving habit that changes how we see everything. Studies show that families who practice gratitude together experience more joy, stronger relationships, and better emotional health.

Spiritually, gratitude draws us closer to God. Scripture reminds us:

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18

When we lead our kids in daily gratitude, we’re teaching them to look for God’s hand in every detail — big or small. And over time, this shapes their perspective, helping them see that everything good comes from Him.

 

Why Kids (and Adults) Need Visual Reminders

Children learn through doing. When they color, write, or draw, the information becomes more ingrained — a part of who they are. That’s why visual tools like banners or journals make such a difference — they help truth “stick.”

Our Color in Truth Gratitude Banner was created for that very reason — to help families focus on God’s goodness together. As you color, write, and decorate, you’re not just making something pretty — you’re building a habit of thankfulness that will echo in your home long after the season ends. It is a family gratitude activity that reshapes the atmosphere of your home over time.

How to Create and Use a Family Gratitude Banner

You don’t need a perfect plan — just a few minutes and something to color with. Here’s how to start:

1.  Hang Your Banner

Find a visible spot in your home — the kitchen wall, dining area, or homeschool space. Hang your Color in Truth Gratitude Banner with double sided tape, and allow space after dinner or before bedtime to add to the banner each day.

2. Choose a Time Each Day or Week

Set aside a consistent time — maybe after dinner or during morning devotions — to add something new to your banner.

3. Invite Everyone to Contribute

Ask each family member: “What’s one thing you’re thankful for today?”
Even little ones can participate by coloring or dictating their words to you.

4. Make It Personal

Add verses, drawings, or blessings that reflect your family’s story. Encourage honesty — even thanking God for small or hard things.

5. Pray Together

Once your banner begins to fill, take time to pray over it as a family. Thank God for His faithfulness, and ask Him to help you see His goodness daily.

💡 Tip: During Thanksgiving week, read through your banner together and talk about how God has provided in unexpected ways this season.

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The Beautiful Benefits of Family Gratitude

When you slow down to practice gratitude together, you’ll start to notice a shift.

• Kids become more aware of blessings. They start pointing out little things they’re thankful for — the sunshine, a friend, a cozy blanket.

• Family connection deepens. Gratitude creates warmth and unity in ways that “busy” never can.

• Faith grows stronger. Gratitude trains our hearts to trust God’s goodness, even in uncertainty.

As Psalm 100:4 reminds us:

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name.”

 

Start Your Family Gratitude Practice Today

Gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it just takes a banner, a few markers, and a few minutes of intentional time together.

That’s why I created the Color in Truth Gratitude Banner — a simple, meaningful way to help families slow down, notice God’s blessings, and practice thankfulness together.

👉 Ready to begin?
Order your Gratitude Banner today and start your family’s new tradition.

And if you want to continue building gratitude into your Bible time, grab our free Psalm 23 coloring banner — a beautiful reminder of God’s goodness and care.

Final Encouragement

Every day is full of reasons to give thanks. As you color, write, and share your blessings, you’re not just decorating a banner — you’re shaping your family’s heart toward joy.

Let this season be the start of something lasting — a rhythm of gratitude that fills your home with peace, presence, and praise.

 

Always cheering you on,

Ginny