Inspiration please kids journals

stimpy27

Hi,
I have recently brought my three children (6,4 and 1) a life diary each with space for 100 years. I have decided to write a brief outline of their story so far and any significant events with photos and then update it with things that happen to them that I think would make good memories and then perhaps give it to them when they are 21 ish for them to continue
Just wondered if any of you creative people could help me with ideas
Of what to put in it
So far I have
Events such as holidays, christmas, birthdays, achievements etc
Details and pictures of friends, hobbies, clubs, pets
Pictures and information on area they were born and lived
Family tree
Significant world events such as Olympics and royal wedding and what we did to celebrate
Letters from grandparents, great grand parents And other family members
As they get older a letter they can write to their 'older' self
Pictures they have drawn

Thank you in advance x

Katiehound

I think you have just about covered it!
What you might do is ask them each what was the very best thing about a certain event and write down their quotes. That makes for interesting reading (and memory jogging) at a later date.

save all their drawings etc for the year and ask them to select the one they think is the best. (you could also save the one that you think is best if it's not the same!!)

Photos of everyday things as well- that's what we don't record. Think how fashions in clothes, decor, everyday packaging has changed over the decades. perhaps a photo in their favourite outfit with fav toy/game.

Thinkl you will probably need at least a box file each for 21 years!!!

stimpy27

Thank you, I'm like an excited school girl can't wait to get started!

rachiibell

You could also include some quotes of funny things they've said. Kids come out with the funniest things and it's always nice to have a reminder of them. I think this is a fantastic idea btw.