Tonight with your 5 to 8 year old
The prompt
“If someone wrote you a card just for you, what would you want it to say?”
What to listen for
If they mention being loved or being proud of something specific, that request shows exactly what kind of affirmation currently means the most to them.
If they get shy or giggly about it, that's normal, it often means the idea of being celebrated feels a little vulnerable and very wanted at the same time.
If they say they don't know, offer an example of what you'd write, which often helps them open up about what they'd love to hear.
What this tells you
What they'd want the card to say reveals exactly what kind of love and recognition they're hoping to hear right now.