Welcome to Project Smiles Parent Resources

We’re excited to have you as part of the Project Smiles community! This page is dedicated to providing you with all the tools and information you need to support your child’s journaling journey. From helpful guides to creative prompts and tips for engaging with your child’s emotional development, we’re here to make sure you have everything you need to encourage and nurture your child’s growth.

Getting Started

  • Step 1: Review the Journal Kit

    Get familiar with the contents and how to use them.

  • Step 2: Introduce the Program

    Talk to your child about the benefits of journaling and how it works.

  • Step 3: Set Up a Routine

    Establish a regular journaling time that fits into your family’s schedule.

  • Step 4: Encourage and Support

    Use the provided prompts and resources to guide your child and discuss their reflections.

Downloadable Resources

We offer a range of free downloadable resources to support families in using the Project Smiles journal. Below, you’ll find links to our Parent Guide, which provides tips on engaging your child in journaling activities, and a selection of Sample Prompts to get started at home. We’ve also included Activity Sheets to encourage creativity and emotional expression, as well as a comprehensive FAQs document that addresses common questions and provides helpful guidance for any challenges you may encounter.

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Sample Journal Prompts

Age: 5-9

  • What made you smile today?
  • What are you excited to do this week?
  • Was there something hard today? How did you make it better?

Age: 10-14

  • What made you really happy today? What happened?
  • What's one thing you're excited about this week? Why?
  • Did you have a challenge today? How did you handle it?

Age: 15-18

  • Describe a time today when you felt really happy. What happened?
  • What is one thing you're looking forward to this week? Why?
  • Write about a challenge you faced today and how you dealt with it.

What Other Parents Are Saying

  • "My son loves starting his day with the Project Smiles affirmations. It's given him so much confidence!"

    – Parent of a 6-year-old.

  • "Project Smiles has been a wonderful addition to our family routine. My daughter loves the prompts and it’s been great to see her express herself more openly."

    – Parent of a 7-year-old.

  • "Project Smiles has made a big difference in my 13-year-old’s life. The journaling prompts have helped him open up and talk about his feelings more than ever before. It’s been amazing to see how much more confident and self-aware he’s becoming."
    – Parent of a 13-year-old.

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