Pride Wall Show Off Gallery
Create a special wall display for your child's artwork and achievements — celebrating effort and building pride in accomplishment.
What You'll Need
- 1Wall space or section of refrigerator
- 2Tape, magnets, or removable hooks
- 3Child's artwork, photos, or craft projects
What You'll Need
A wall space or section of the fridge designated as the "pride wall"
Tape, magnets, or removable adhesive hooks
Your child's artwork, photos, or craft projects
How to Play
Pick a visible spot and designate it as your child's special pride wall.
Explain: "This is YOUR wall. We put things here that you're really proud of!"
Ask your child to choose the first piece. It could be a drawing, a photo, a sticker chart — anything they feel good about.
Let them help hang it up. The physical act of displaying their own work matters.
Stand back and admire together: "Tell me about this one! What do you love about it?"
When guests visit, encourage your child to give a "tour" of their wall.
Add new pieces regularly. Let your child choose when old ones rotate out.
Why It Works
Pride in accomplishment is a real developmental milestone. When children select their own work for display, they're practicing self-evaluation ("Which one do I like best?"), self-advocacy ("This one is mine and it matters"), and the ability to describe their creative process. The wall becomes a visible record of their capabilities that they walk past every day. It's not about being the best — it's about recognizing their own effort and growth.
Tips
Ask "What are you proud of?" instead of "What's your best one?" This focuses on effort, not comparison.
Let them include anything — a scribble, a photo of a tall block tower, a leaf they collected. All accomplishments count.
Don't curate for them. If they want to display a drawing you think is scribbles, it goes up. Their opinion is what matters.
Take photos of the wall periodically. A time-lapse of their pride wall over months is a beautiful keepsake.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this activity take?
This activity takes about 15 min, with 5 min of preparation time beforehand.
What materials do I need?
You'll need: wall space or section of refrigerator, tape, magnets, or removable hooks, child's artwork, photos, or craft projects.
What age is this activity for?
This activity is designed for 2-4 years. You can adapt it for younger or older children by adjusting the complexity.
Can this be done indoors?
This activity is designed for indoor play, making it perfect for rainy days or when you're staying inside.
How difficult is this activity?
This is an easy activity that requires minimal setup and supervision. Great for busy days or when you need something quick.
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