Journaling is a great activity for kids of all ages. Kindergartners can enjoy doodling, practicing letters or pasting in pictures. Older kids can choose to do an art journal, a writing journal or a mixture of both. This is a way for kids to get their creative thoughts onto paper. On our JOURNALS FOR KIDS Pinterest Board, we have shared some fun ideas. There are also many other excellent resources out there for helping your child get started. Here are just a few:

The Benefits of Journaling for Kids

Journaling for Kids

5 Reasons Why Kids Should Keep a Journal

Keeping Journals: 5 Ways Your Kids Can Start Now

The photos above are from the 4th Annual Family Arts Festival at Elkin Creek Vineyard. The Yadkin Valley Community School set up a table to help children make journals out of inexpensive composition books.