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“These cards were so great! My students loved them. The questions were different enough that they didn’t get bored but they were so engaged!”
Allison B.
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“As a school counsellor, this was such a bucket filling activity! The conversations that transpired from the question prompts from my kiddos were uplifting. It was great to take time to focus on the positives as a gentle reminder that there is still so much to be grateful for despite this pandemic. Thank you WholeHearted Counselling for your incredible resources.”
Jenn P.
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“I used this with adults varying from 18-54. They loved it. Made them smile and feel appreciative of things in their lives. We actually ran out of time and had to name the winner who had the least amount of cards! Will be purchasing more later.”
Samantha M.
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Looking for a fun game that sparks joy, laughter, and positivity? The Joy and Happiness Card Game helps kids explore gratitude, positive thinking, and the moments that bring smiles to their faces. Inspired by positive psychology, this game doubles as a coping tool, since research shows that practicing gratitude is a powerful stress management skill.
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Focusing on joy builds resilience and emotional well-being. By sharing what makes them happy, kids learn:
Gratitude and appreciation
Stress management strategies
Social connection through positive sharing
Stronger coping skills
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Small groups for SEL practice and support
Individual counseling sessions as an assessment tool
Fun and bonding at family game night
Classroom activities that build community
Teletherapy and distance learning with the digital version
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Printable Card Game – Easy to print and play in-person
Digital Google Slides™ Version – Perfect for online groups, counseling, or classroom use
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Like classic shedding-style games, the goal is to be the first to discard all your cards. Players match the top card in the discard pile by number, color, or symbol. If the card includes a joy or happiness prompt, the player answers before continuing. Each player has two Pass Tickets they can use to skip prompts if needed.
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Take 3: The next player must draw three cards before their turn.
Rotate Right / Rotate Left: All players pass their cards in the chosen direction.
Go Again: The player immediately takes another turn.
Free!: The player chooses a new color (or shape) and discards an extra card.
Free + Spy!: The player peeks at another player’s hand, then chooses a new color (or shape) and discards an extra card.
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Players or teams take turns choosing a number on the game board.
Each number corresponds to a joy or happiness question or prompt.
After answering, players cover that number with their pawn.
The first to complete a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal line of 4 or 5 wins.
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The Joy and Happiness Card Game helps kids practice gratitude, self-reflection, and positive social interaction. Whether in classrooms, counseling sessions, or at home, it makes social-emotional learning fun, uplifting, and memorable.
| Product Categories | Card Games, Feelings + Emotions, Individual + Group Counseling |
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| Grade Level | 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, High School |
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Digital
✔ The Joy and Happiness Connect Game on Google Slides™
Printable:
✔ TWO sets of The Joy and Happiness Card Game: in both color AND black and white! So if you don’t have access to a color printer, no problem! You can download and print in black and white too! Instead of color, players match up cards with shapes!
✔ Detailed Game Directions
✔ Tips on how to use the Card Game as a Therapeutic Intervention
✔ Over 75 Questions & Prompts
✔ Action Cards
✔ Pass Tickets
