200 New Years Resolutions For Kids
As a mom of three, I’ve learned that New Year’s isn’t just about my resolutions (though, let’s be real, “drink more coffee” is high on my list). It’s also a fantastic opportunity to teach our kids about setting goals and making positive changes.
So, grab a cup of your favorite beverage (yes, even if it’s the third one today), and let’s dive into how we can make New Year’s resolutions a fun and educational experience for our kids.
Why Involve Kids in New Year’s Resolutions?
Before we jump into the “how,” let’s talk about the “why.” New Year’s resolutions for kids are more than just a cute tradition. They’re a great way to teach goal setting, personal development, and healthy habits.
Plus, it’s a chance to bond with your kids over shared goals. Maybe you both want to read more books or spend less time staring at screens (unless it’s for Minecraft, in which case, my kids tell me it’s “educational”).
200 New Year Resolution Ideas For Kids
Personal Development
- Read a book every month.
- Learn to tie shoelaces.
- Keep a journal.
- Practice good manners.
- Learn a new word each day.
- Do a daily act of kindness.
- Try a new food every week.
- Learn to tell time.
- Practice patience.
- Learn to play a musical instrument.
- Develop a new hobby.
- Learn to recycle.
- Practice gratitude daily.
- Improve handwriting.
- Learn basic first aid.
Health and Fitness
- Join a sports team.
- Drink more water.
- Eat two servings of fruit daily.
- Try a new vegetable each week.
- Brush teeth twice a day.
- Wash hands regularly.
- Take a family walk daily.
- Learn to swim.
- Spend less time on screens.
- Go to bed on time.
- Try a new physical activity.
- Spend more time outdoors.
- Learn to cook a healthy meal.
- Do morning stretches.
- Bike to school or the park.
Education and Learning
- Improve math skills.
- Learn about a new country.
- Do homework on time.
- Join a science club.
- Participate in a spelling bee.
- Visit the library regularly.
- Learn about space.
- Start a rock collection.
- Explore a new subject.
- Build a model.
- Learn to use a map.
- Read about history.
- Do a science experiment.
- Learn a new language.
- Attend a workshop or camp.
Social Skills and Relationships
- Make a new friend.
- Call grandparents regularly.
- Share toys with siblings.
- Join a club or group.
- Participate in a community event.
- Volunteer.
- Learn to resolve conflicts.
- Practice empathy.
- Help a friend with homework.
- Play a team sport.
- Have a pen pal.
- Teach a skill to a younger sibling.
- Host a playdate.
- Learn about different cultures.
- Practice active listening.
Creativity and Expression
- Draw or paint regularly.
- Write a story.
- Perform in a play.
- Make a scrapbook.
- Learn to play a new song.
- Take photos.
- Build with LEGO.
- Attend an art class.
- Create a comic book.
- Design your own t-shirt.
- Make a movie with friends.
- Create a podcast.
- Join a dance class.
- Decorate your room.
- Make a handmade gift.
Responsibility and Organization
- Clean your room weekly.
- Feed a pet.
- Set the table for dinner.
- Organize your toys.
- Water plants.
- Help with groceries.
- Learn to fold clothes.
- Save pocket money.
- Donate old clothes and toys.
- Keep a calendar.
- Plan a family outing.
- Help in the garden.
- Put away laundry.
- Keep schoolwork organized.
- Help prepare meals.
Environmental Awareness
- Plant a tree.
- Start a vegetable garden.
- Adopt an animal.
- Participate in a cleanup.
- Learn about endangered species.
- Turn off lights when not in use.
- Use reusable bags.
- Save water.
- Make bird feeders.
- Learn about renewable energy.
Mindfulness and Well-being
- Practice yoga.
- Meditate for a few minutes daily.
- Express feelings through art.
- Take deep breaths when upset.
- Practice positive self-talk.
- Spend time in nature.
- Have quiet time.
- Listen to calming music.
- Reflect on the day before bed.
- Be present in the moment.
Fun and Adventure
- Visit a new place.
- Go camping.
- Try a new sport.
- Go on a nature scavenger hunt.
- Visit a museum.
- Go to a concert.
- Have a movie marathon.
- Build a fort.
- Play a new board game.
- Attend a sports event.
Skills and Crafts
- Learn to sew.
- Build a model airplane.
- Make a birdhouse.
- Learn to knit or crochet.
- Create a photo album.
- Make your own jewelry.
- Build a sandcastle.
- Try pottery making.
- Make a kite and fly it.
- Learn origami.
Personal Challenges
- Overcome a fear.
- Try public speaking.
- Learn to ride a bike.
- Climb a mountain.
- Complete a puzzle.
- Learn to skate or skateboard.
- Try horseback riding.
- Learn to juggle.
- Finish a difficult book.
- Learn a magic trick.
Community Involvement
- Join a youth group.
- Participate in a charity run.
- Attend a local festival.
- Support a local sports team.
- Visit a nursing home.
- Join a community garden.
- Participate in a cultural event.
- Attend town meetings.
- Learn about local history.
- Support a local business.
Exploration and Discovery
- Go on a hike.
- Visit a national park.
- Explore a cave.
- Watch a sunset.
- Go fishing.
- Take a boat ride.
- Stargaze.
- Visit a farm.
- Go berry picking.
- Explore a new city.
Tech and Innovation
- Learn to code.
- Create a simple app.
- Build a robot.
- Take an online course.
- Learn about cybersecurity.
- Explore virtual reality.
- Make a video game.
- Learn about AI.
- Start a blog.
- Learn about 3D printing.
Global Awareness
- Learn about a global issue.
- Participate in Earth Day.
- Learn about a foreign tradition.
- Sponsor a child in need.
- Learn about the United Nations.
- Explore world cuisines.
- Learn about different religions.
- Understand global warming.
- Participate in a cultural exchange.
- Follow international news.
Miscellaneous
- Learn chess.
- Try geocaching.
- Learn calligraphy.
- Create a family tree.
- Learn to take care of a plant.
- Make homemade ice cream.
- Watch a classic movie.
- Learn about the solar system.
- Try bird watching.
- Learn to make a podcast.
Seasonal Activities
- Go apple picking.
- Build a snowman.
- Plant spring flowers.
- Visit a beach.
- Collect autumn leaves.
- Go sledding.
- Have a picnic.
- Fly a kite.
- Go on a hayride.
- Watch fireworks.
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New Year’s resolutions for kids are a wonderful way to teach them about setting and achieving goals. Remember, the aim isn’t perfection; it’s about growth and fun.
So, whether it’s eating like a superhero, reading more books, or building Lego skyscrapers, let’s make this New Year a memorable one for our kids.
Oh, and don’t forget to add “survive parenting” to your own list of resolutions. We’re going to need it!
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