In today's fast-paced world, it's easy for both children and adults to fall into the trap of believing that happiness is something that comes from external sources: toys, gadgets, popularity, or achievements. In this article, we'll explore some effective ways to teach kids that happiness depends on the inside. Lead by Example Children learn by observing the behavior and daily interactions of adults around them. Therefore, our own ability to find happiness and gratitude in things other than material possessions sets a great example to follow. Encourage Gratitude Practices Encourage children to express gratitude daily, whether it’s adding a note to the family gratitude jar, sharing thankful moments at dinner, or taking time to reflect on what they appreciate. By focusing on what they have rather than what they lack, children learn to find joy in the present moment. Promote Mindfulness Introduce children to short morning meditations – they instill mindfulness, boost mood, and enhance focus. Another way to bring a sense of stability and uplift mood is through daily positive affirmations. Phrases like “I am loved,” “I am unique,” and “I am brave” can work wonders. Give them a try with your child! Inspire Hobbies Encourage activities that bring joy without the pressure of performance. Inspire kids to explore their interests and passions, whether it's art, music, sports, or anything else they like. Hobbies create space for the mind to wander, relax, and find new joys. Teach Emotional Regulation Skills Guiding children in understanding and managing their emotions is crucial for their happiness and well-being. Introduce them to tools like the Wheel of Emotions to help them recognize and navigate their feelings. Through this process, they build resilience and find a deeper sense of inner peace. Foster a Growth Mindset Encourage children to adopt a growth mindset by praising their efforts and determination rather than just their achievements. This way, kids develop confidence in their ability to overcome challenges, leading to greater overall happiness. Encourage Volunteering Engaging in voluntary charitable activities, such as spending family time together at animal shelters or joining in community clean-ups in nature, instills the joy of giving. By volunteering and helping others, little ones learn the value of their own blessings and the satisfaction of making a positive impact. All in all, teaching children to find inner happiness is an ongoing task with no fixed destination. It's a continual conversation, a series of adjustments, and a daily commitment to values prioritizing inner joy.

Did you know that nurturing gratitude from a young age can lead to a happier and more fulfilling life? When kids learn to appreciate what they have instead of focusing on what they don't, it brings them a sense of contentment. It also helps them develop inner strength and resilience, enabling them to overcome challenges. Plus, it boosts social skills by nurturing compassion towards others. Isn’t it amazing? Let’s dive into 10 practical tips on how to teach kids experience and express thankfulness: 1. Be a role model Kids look up to their parents, so you can set an example by showing appreciation for the people around you. Take the time to thank a shop assistant, a helpful neighbor, or someone who holds the open door for you. And remember to include the little ones! Showing gratitude to children not only reinforces their good behavior but also lets them know just how much they're valued. 2. Take time to reflect Share with your kids what you’re grateful for. It could be something you appreciated during the day or just a general gratitude for your health, family, and the things that bring you joy. 3. Have a chat To help kids understand gratitude, it's helpful to have a conversation about how showing appreciation affects others. Ask your child how they feel when someone is kind or says thank you, as well as when they don't. By discussing their own emotions, they'll gain a deeper understanding of how their actions impact others. 4. “Thank you for…” Encourage your little ones to express their appreciation verbally. One way to do this is by teaching them to say "Thank you for..." and adding a quick explanation of why they feel thankful. 5. Discover unique ways to give back Help kids express gratitude in their own way. Besides saying “Thank you”, there are numerous other great ways to show appreciation. How about giving a smile or a thumbs up, creating a cool drawing, or sharing a warm hug? 6. Give kids credit Remember to acknowledge when your child shows gratitude all on their own. It really helps them recognize all the things they can be thankful for and learn to embrace that feeling of gratitude. 7. Create gratitude rituals Establish daily, weekly, or monthly rituals that inspire gratitude. How about a gratitude jar? Each family member can write down something they're grateful for and drop it in. Later, you can gather and read about all the fantastic daily moments. 8. Turn bedtime into a gratitude time When you're tucking your child in at night, take a moment and ask them about three things they're grateful for today. And don't forget to share your own three things too! This beautiful ritual will help you both end each day on a happy note. 9. Volunteer together Volunteering as a family is such a wonderful way to teach empathy and nurture your kid's sense of gratitude. By involving children in acts of kindness, you not only teach them the importance of giving but also show how their actions can make a real difference in the lives of others. 10. Cherish social connections Inspire kids to take a moment and reflect on the people around them – helpful teachers, friends, or neighbors. It’s a great way for them to discover and cherish their connections with others. Teaching gratitude is a continuous journey that requires time and patience. Just keep being consistent in your efforts because it's absolutely worth it – it equips kids with the tools to lead more fulfilling lives. You're doing an amazing job!

Choo Choo! The trains are coming! TutoTOONS just released a new, educational app co-produced with SpinMaster! Mighty Express app follows the bubbly adventures of friends, trains and animals of the Mighty Express universe. Meet Nico, Liza, Max and their train friends – Freight Nate, Builder Brock, Farmer Faye and Mechanic Milo. Together with them, little boys and girls will learn shapes, numbers, colors, basic math, improve their fine motor and problem-solving skills – all while completing fun missions and playing games. When kids progress in the app, missions and levels are becoming harder – so parents can be sure that their little ones are constantly learning and improving while playing with Mighty Express trains and kids! Download Mighty Express app: Play Store – https://bit.ly/3gKEAno Apple Store – https://apple.co/3oNxa5O Watch the show – https://bit.ly/3a9mXN5 Check out Mighty Express YouTube channel – https://bit.ly/2WdaAHr

Educational App Store (EAS) is a community of outstanding teachers who evaluate and share best quality, educational and kid-friendly apps. Sweet Baby Girl Daycare 5 was rated with 4 stars! According to EAS, the game helps kids learn life skills and develop emotionally, has many activities, easy navigation and perfect graphics. Read a few short quotes below or enjoy the full review here. For children, it will be like having a collection of dolls in their mobile device. The artwork within this app is highly polished and extremely well drawn. The subjects of the mini games of which it comprises do show many of the responsibilities involved in caring for a new child. Parents of a new arrival could use the app to help younger brothers and sisters understand the new family member’s needs and their parents’ responsibilities. The player of this app can play any of the activities presented in the on-screen daycare room.  This is an excellent substitute for a menu screen as it is far more child-friendly. We are very happy about the positive feedback and will continue creating top quality games for kids!

We are thrilled to announce this new milestone. Based on our calculation and App Annie data analysis, the real date when we crossed 200M was February 10th, 2017. Thank you for creating games with us - now we have 300 games published on the app stores and superb 300+ artist community. Check out the infographic below to see how we grow!

Kalba.Lt, an educational organisation helping kids, teens, adults and companies in Lithuania learn foreign languages, hosted Language Day Camp for Kids in Vilnius on January 5th and invited TutoTOONS to present what game creators do. In Language Day Camps kids learn English and Chinese in the morning, play, draw and socialize, and meet guests in the afternoon. TutoTOONS developer Deividas Baumilas introduced the daily tasks of game developers and game artists, and explained how to become a game creator. You have to study and work hard! It’s amazing how many questions kids asked and how many ideas they suggested for new games. Some are even learning how to code and have already created a few video games, and one kid is planning to join TutoTOONS team in the future. 😎 When we hang out with kids, games are always involved and Language Day Camp was not an exception. Boys really liked our old but still cool Car Builder 3 and girls loved Miss Preschool Math World. It was very flattering to see that kids recognise TutoTOONS owl and know our games. ☺ Many thanks to Kalba.Lt for inviting us!

In case you missed it earlier, TutoTOONS was one of the partners of TEDxBarcelonaED, a first ever TEDxBarcelona event focusing on emerging education. Damien from TutoTOONS Barcelona team was one of the organizers of TEDxBarcelonaED. We’re very happy to be a part of this wonderful initiative and we want to share some beautiful moments from the event! Watch the best moments on YouTube and check out the photo album!