November invites us to celebrate every achievement, no matter how small it may seem. And at Koala ABA, we are profoundly grateful to our families and therapists, whose commitment and dedication turn every therapy session into one more step toward our children’s growth.

To practice gratitude at home, our therapists share these 5 simple and effective ideas:

1. The Happiness Jar: Decorate a jar and every day write or draw something good that happened to you.
2. Visual Thanks: Use visual schedules or cards with the word “Thank You” to express appreciation before your child verbalizes it.
3. Praise with Purpose: Instead of saying, “Well done,” say: “Thank you for picking up your toys! Your help was very important.”
4. Acts of Service: Assign small, predictable chores at home so your child can experience the joy of contributing.
5. Gratitude Stories: Read stories together that highlight the beauty of being thankful for simple things.

Gratitude is an emotional superpower. We encourage you to practice it at home this November!