How Do You Cheer Up a Sick Friend?
Make a cheerful get-well card and care package with drawings, notes, a small craft, and a short recorded message to lift their spirits.
Step-by-step guide to make a get-well card and care package to cheer up a sick friend
Step 1
Gather all Materials Needed and place them on a clean table.
Step 2
Decide on a cheerful message to put on the card like "Get Well Soon" or "Feel Better Fast."
Step 3
Fold the Cardstock or blank card in half to make a card shape.
Step 4
Draw a big happy picture on the front of the card using your favourite colours.
Step 5
Add stickers or small decorations to the front of the card to make it bright and fun.
Step 6
Open the card and write a short friendly note inside with kind words and a smile.
Step 7
Make a small craft such as a paper heart or a pipe cleaner flower using your simple craft supplies.
Step 8
Choose a small surprise to include like a sticker small toy or a healthy snack.
Step 9
Place the card the small craft and the small surprise into the envelope or small box.
Step 10
Seal the envelope or small box so everything stays safe inside.
Step 11
Write your friend’s name clearly on the outside of the envelope or box.
Step 12
Decorate the outside with extra stickers or a cheerful drawing for a personal touch.
Step 13
Record a short cheerful voice message about 20 seconds long on your device.
Step 14
Ask an adult to help send the recording and to deliver or mail the care package to your friend.
Step 15
Share your finished get well card and care package on DIY.org.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can I use instead of cardstock, pipe cleaners, stickers, or a small box if I don't have them?
If you don't have cardstock, fold printer paper in half twice or glue two sheets together; use twisted paper strips or a straw for a pipe cleaner flower, cut a cereal box to make a small box, and use magazine cut-outs or colored markers instead of stickers.
My card tears when I fold or the decorations won't stick — how can I fix that?
To prevent tearing, lightly score the fold with the blunt side of a butter knife and fold slowly, and if decorations won't stick use double-sided tape, glue dots, or press stickers firmly before placing the card in the envelope or box.
How can I adapt this activity for younger kids or make it more challenging for older kids?
For younger kids, pre-cut the card and crafts and let them choose stickers and say the note aloud while an adult writes it, and for older kids add more detailed drawings, make a handmade snack, record a 20–60 second message on the device, and decorate the box before sharing on DIY.org.
What are some easy ways to personalize or upgrade the get-well card and care package?
Personalize by adding a small photo or a QR code linking to your recorded voice message from the device, decorate with your friend's favorite colors and extra stickers, include a tiny printed joke or list of fun plans inside, and clearly write their name on the outside before sealing.
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Facts about empathy and caring for friends
❤️ Kindness lifts: Small thoughtful gestures (a note, drawing, or treat) can make someone feel seen and less alone.
📦 Care package story: Care packages became a big morale-booster during World War II and are still a warm way to show you care today.
🎨 Crafting calms: Just 20 minutes of creative crafting can lower stress and boost mood — making art is soothing for makers and receivers.
💌 Handwritten power: Handmade or handwritten cards feel more personal — people often treasure them longer than digital messages.
🎧 Voice matters: A short recorded message can cheer someone up — hearing a friend’s voice often comforts more than text alone.
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