🌟 Seasonal Cheer Moments: Simple Ways Kids Can Spread Joy This Time of Year

No matter where you live—sunny, breezy, rainy, or cool—this season brings fresh chances for kids to spread kindness and create joyful moments. At CheerJar, we love helping families turn everyday actions into meaningful memories, and the Holiday Cheer Jar is the perfect way to spark that magic.

Here are a few cheerful activities your kids can enjoy from coast to coast:

1. Create a “Season’s Smiles” Card

Encourage your child to choose an uplifting message from the Holiday Cheer Jar and turn it into a handmade card for someone special (teachers, neighbors, family member, or a friend who might need a little sunshine). A colorful note can brighten anyone’s day.

2. Give a Thoughtful Compliment

Whether kids are heading to school in flip-flops or winter coats, there’s always room for kindness. Invite your child to read a positive prompt from the Cheer Jar in the morning and turn it into a compliment they give someone during the day. It’s a simple way to grow empathy and connection.

3. Lend a Helping Hand

This time of year can feel busy for families everywhere. Kids can make a big difference through small acts such as holding open a door, helping carry something light, cleaning up a shared space, or assisting a classmate. These moments show what everyday cheer truly looks like.

4. Make a Kindness Care Bag

Create a small care bag with helpful items depending on your climate (snacks, wipes, cooling towels, sunscreen packets, or hand warmers). Let your child tuck in an affirmation from the Holiday Cheer Jar to add a personal, heartfelt touch.

5. Start a Family Holiday Cheer Jar Tradition

Turn your Holiday Cheer Jar into a family ritual. Each day this season, your child pulls a message from the jar. After reading it aloud, they can:

• Write down something kind they did that day

• Add a doodle or sticker to the jar as a “memory moment”

• Share their favorite part of the day at dinner

By the end of the season, your jar becomes a beautiful keepsake full of love, learning, and joyful memories.

6. Share a Treat With Someone

Whether it’s hot cocoa, lemonade, a fruit cup, or a fun seasonal snack, sharing a treat is a simple, friendly way for kids to brighten someone’s day. Encourage them to pair it with a message from the Holiday Cheer Jar for an extra sprinkle of encouragement.

Closing thoughts 📣

Every season brings chances for kids to show kindness, creativity, and heart. With the Holiday Cheer Jar, your family can turn small gestures into lasting memories that warm spirits, no matter what the weather looks like outside.

5 Fun Ways to Boost Your Confidence Every Day

Confidence is like a superpower and the great news is, everyone can grow it! At CheerJar, we believe every child can feel strong, happy, and ready to tackle the day. Here are 5 fun ways to boost your confidence every day:

1. Morning Affirmations

Start your day like a superhero! Pull an affirmation from your CheerJar, like “I am brave” or “I can do anything,” and say it out loud. Try saying it in a funny voice or with a superhero pose—it makes starting the day extra fun!

2. Celebrate Effort

It’s not just about winning—it’s about trying your best! Whether it’s homework, drawing, or learning a new skill, clap for your effort. Parents, praising effort helps kids feel proud and encourages them to keep trying.

3. Try New Things

Small challenges help kids discover what they’re amazing at. Try a new game, help with a new task, or speak up in class. Every new step is a confidence booster!

4. Surround Yourself with Positivity

Fill your space with words and people that lift you up. CheerJar jars, journals, and bracelets are little reminders that you are strong, kind, and capable.

5. Make Confidence a Game

Turn daily confidence-building into a fun activity. Track your favorite affirmations in a journal, swap positivity notes with friends or siblings, or celebrate little wins with a silly dance. Confidence can be exciting!

⭐️Confidence grows every time you try, smile, or say, “I can do this!” With a little positivity, a lot of love, and CheerJar’s fun tools, every child can feel like a superhero.

💫Ready to make confidence fun? Explore our CheerJar collection and start your daily positivity adventure today!

Cheer Jar begins

Cheer Jar brothers making Jars. See them at their first business fair!

Cheer Jar began with a single spark of inspiration from our oldest son, Kelvin. After participating in a classroom project about kindness jars, he felt driven to create a way to uplift others. He came home and said, “I want to write messages on paper and give them to other kids to help them feel better.” This idea took root, and soon transformed into what we proudly know today as Cheer Jar—a collection of jars filled with uplifting affirmations.

Kelvin’s vision quickly became a family affair when he shared it with his younger brothers, Kaden and Kyrie. Together, they brainstormed how to turn kind words into tangible gifts that could impact other children. They envisioned a joyful, colorful experience where kids could discover messages that encourage kindness and positivity.

In each Cheer Jar, you'll find a unique assortment of affirmations lovingly selected by the three brothers. The affirmations range from silly to strong, all infused with a sense of love, courage, and a hint of superhero spirit. The brothers are also joined by their playful mascot, Star the Super Dog, who brings an extra dose of joy, reminding us to "wag more and worry less."

From the initial brainstorming sessions at the kitchen table to showcasing their jars at a local Action Kids Business Fair, the brothers have remained dedicated to their mission: spreading positivity, one kind word at a time.

To all the parents, teachers, and supporters of Cheer Jar, thank you for believing in our dream. Your support helps us continue making the world a slightly brighter place with every jar we create.

With hearts full of cheer,

Kelvin, Kaden & Kyrie