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Top 10 Ways to Be Gracious and Giving This Thanksgiving

The spirit of Thanksgiving is all about showing gratitude for your good fortune and giving to those who are less fortunate. Express your thanks this holiday season by involving the whole family in volunteering, donating, and spreading kindness. Try these great ideas to teach your children graciousness and goodwill. And don't forget -- you can use these ideas all year round!

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Express thanks in your decorations and traditions.

Decorate your home with words of thanks. For the big meal, create this thankful Thanksgiving tablecloth and make Thanksgiving place cards with your kids. On the place cards, write down why you're thankful for each guest or one admirable quality he or she possesses. Then, during the meal, ask everyone at the table to voice at least three things they are thankful for.

Next: Donate to a favorite charity, such as the Salvation Army or Goodwill.

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