Printable Self-Esteem Activities For Kids

Explore these printable self-esteem activities for kids.

Not all kids have extraordinary confidence!

Some are a bit shy, unsure of how to react or interact with others.

And if I’m being honest, I was that kid.

As a teacher-mom, my goal is to raise kids who feel good about being their authentic selves. And since you’re here – I’m sure you feel the same way.

I truly believe that helping our children develop a strong sense of self-esteem and confidence is one of the most valuable gifts we can give them.

You see, a positive self-image will influence how our kids approach challenges, interact with others, and believe in their abilities.

So, if you’re an educator, parent, or school counselor looking for engaging self-esteem activities for your elementary students. These printable positive self-take activities are an excellent way to introduce confidence-building exercises in a fun and interactive way to your kids aged 8 – 12.

In this post, we’ll explore the importance of self-esteem, some fun and effective printable activities, and how you can incorporate them into your classroom or home.

Having said that. I’ll also introduce my self-esteem and confidence activities and worksheets that I designed to help kids develop self-esteem, a growth mindset, and a strong sense of self-worth.

Why Is Self-Esteem Important For Kids?

Let’s first take a look at how kids with healthy self-esteem approach things.

Kids with a healthy self-esteem often tend to:

• Feel more confident when trying new things
• Show resilience when facing challenges
• Express their feelings and needs effectively
• Have positive social interactions
• Feel proud of their accomplishments

On the other hand. I’ve noticed kids with low self-esteem often fear trying new things. Don’t want to take risks, give up easily, and/ or struggle with self-doubt.

This is why I strongly believe it’s crucial that as parents, teachers, and/or counsellors, we help our kids develop self-confidence early through positive reinforcement and engaging activities.

Fun Printable Self-Esteem Activities For Kids

My printable activities are a great tool for building self-esteem because they are interactive, creative, and easy to integrate into daily routines.

Here is a closer look at the activities included to help your children develop a positive self-image:

1. My Strengths and Talents Worksheet

This activity encourages children to reflect on what makes them unique. The worksheet includes prompts such as:

• List 3 things they are good at.
• Write strengths of theirs through I am statements.

These activities will help kids recognize their strengths and talents, boosting their self-confidence.

2. Positive I Am Statements

Affirmations are a powerful tool for fostering positive self-talk.

In this worksheet, kids will write I am statements from A to Z that best describe them.

Perhaps they will say things such as I am:

• Ambitious
• Brave
• Caring

When kids are finished writing their I am statements, you can encourage them to tape or place the worksheet somewhere visible as daily reminders of their worth.

3. Fear to Fierce Challenge

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I designed this printable worksheet intending to help kids reframe fears into confidence-building moments. An example of this would be: (This is the exact statement I used to help my son get over his fear of escalators.)

This activity reinforces a growth mindset and resilience.

4. Confidence Challenge Bingo

I think your kiddos will absolutely love this fun and interactive confidence challenge, where they need to do small confidence-boosting tasks such as:

• Speak up in class
• Try something new
• Give someone a compliment
• Share a fun fact about yourself

5. What Makes Me Special Journal Page

This journaling activity helps kids explore and celebrate their unique qualities, identifying what makes them one of a kind.

Kids can write or draw about their:

• Favorite qualities about themselves
• A compliment they received that made them feel good
• Something they love about their personality

Encouraging your kids or students to do self-reflection will help them to build self-awareness and self-love.

6. My Confidence Collage

This is a fun activity where kids are directed to write words and draw images that represent confidence to them.

They can cut out images from magazines, print out words that inspire them, or even draw their own symbols of confidence.

Once complete, they can hang their collage somewhere visible as a daily reminder of their awesomeness!

This simple yet powerful activity can help children visualize their strengths and build a strong, confident mindset.

7. Superpower Self-Portrait

In this activity, kids will draw a self-portrait but with a twist!

Instead, they can add a superhero costume and illustrate their personal superpowers.

These don’t have to be traditional superhero abilities like flying or invisibility. You can switch things up by encouraging them to think about their real-life strengths, such as:

Kindness – I have the power to make people smile.
Problem-Solving – I can figure out tricky situations.
Creativity – I turn ideas into masterpieces.
Empathy – I understand and care about others’ feelings.

After your kids are finished drawing. You can have them write a short paragraph or caption explaining their superpower.

This activity not only promotes self-expression but also reinforces a positive self-image and may help kids recognize the amazing qualities they already possess!

8. Growth Mindset Maze

As kids navigate the maze to reach the heart, they will encounter positive mindset statements as they move forward. Encouraging a growth mindset.

9. 10+ What Would A Confident Me Do Scenarios?

Building confidence isn’t just about positive thinking!

It’s about knowing how to respond in real situations.

And that’s why I’ve included a set of activities so as to present kids with real-life scenarios where they must think through how to react with confidence.

By discussing or writing down their responses, kids will learn to stand up for themselves, use positive self-talk, and take brave steps forward.

These exercises can help our kids face challenges with resilience and self-assurance that will serve them for life!

How to Use These Printable Self-Esteem Activities?

So inside this building self-esteem printable packet, you would receive a total of 23 activities and a cover page.

Here are some suggested ways you can integrate these printables into your routine:

Morning Warm-Ups – Start the school day with a confidence-boosting activity to set a positive tone.

Classroom Icebreakers – Use the self-esteem bingo to encourage participation.

Counseling Sessions – These worksheets are perfect for one-on-one sessions with students who need self-esteem support.

At-Home Reflection – As a parent, you can use these printable self-esteem activities for kids as part of a daily confidence routine at home.

By making self-esteem activities a regular practice, your kids will develop stronger self-confidence and resilience over time.

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Get Your Printable Self-Esteem Activities

If you’re looking for engaging, ready-to-use self-esteem worksheets, my self-esteem and confidence activities and worksheets bundle is designed to help kids build confidence in a fun and meaningful way!

These activities are perfect for teachers, parents, school counselors, and homeschoolers looking to boost kids’ confidence with easy-to-use, engaging printables.

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Confidence-Building Worksheets for Kids

Helping your kids or students develop self-esteem is an ongoing process that requires encouragement, practice, and positive reinforcement.

These printable self-esteem activities provide a fun, structured way to teach kids how to value themselves, believe in their abilities, and develop confidence for life.

My goal with these worksheets is to help kids grow into confident, resilient individuals!

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