15 Self-Esteem Activities for Girls to Try This Summer

Summer is a beautiful time for girls to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and reconnect with who they truly are. It’s also the perfect season to nurture self-worth in fun and meaningful ways. These self-esteem activities are all about helping girls see their strengths, celebrate their uniqueness, and build an inner foundation of confidence that lasts.

Key Takeaways

• Self-esteem grows when girls feel seen, heard, and valued

• Creative expression and reflection help girls connect with their inner voice

• Group and solo activities both play a powerful role in building self-worth

• Encouragement, positive feedback, and celebrating wins are essential

• These ideas are easy to lead and adjust for any setting, from backyard play to summer camp

1. Mirror Message Magic
Have each girl decorate a small hand mirror with affirmations like “I am enough” or “I am beautiful inside and out.” Use paint pens, stickers, or washi tape. Every time they look in the mirror, they’ll be reminded of their worth.

2. Proud Moment Pass
In a circle, girls take turns sharing something they’re proud of from the past year. This helps normalize celebrating accomplishments, big or small.

3. Self-Love Jar
Each girl fills a jar with slips of paper that say things they love about themselves. Encourage them to read one each day when they need a confidence boost.

4. Personal Flag Design
Girls create flags that represent who they are, their values, talents, and dreams. Display them as a gallery of strength and identity.

5. “I Am” Poem Writing
Start each line with “I am…” and guide girls to write a poem that reflects who they are beyond just their roles or looks. Share if they’re comfortable.

6. Self-Care BINGO
Create a bingo card with self-care activities like “Go tech-free for an hour” or “Write 3 things you like about yourself.” Let them check off what they complete each week.

7. Kind Words Chain
Each girl writes one kind word or compliment about every other girl on paper strips. Connect the strips into a paper chain and hang it up as a visual of community and care.

8. Strengths Scavenger Hunt
Hide cards with empowering words (like Brave, Honest, Creative) around your space. When girls find one, they share how that word relates to them or someone else.

9. DIY Self-Esteem Zines
Girls fold paper into little booklets and fill them with drawings, poems, and lists about what makes them unique. These mini-magazines are amazing keepsakes.

10. What I Love About You Letters
Have girls write anonymous letters to each other saying what they appreciate and admire. Deliver them like secret mail.

11. Snapshot of Me Collage
Girls cut out pictures, words, and colors that reflect their personality and values. Each collage becomes a celebration of self-expression.

12. Calm & Confident Breathing Exercise
Teach a grounding breath practice. Girls place one hand on their heart, one on their belly, and repeat phrases like “I am calm, I am strong.”

13. Role Model Research
Each girl picks a female role model who inspires her and presents what she admires. This builds connection and aspiration.

14. Celebration Circle
At the end of a group session, let each girl receive a few positive words from peers about what makes her special. It's powerful to be seen and affirmed.

15. My Superpower Poster
Girls design a poster of their “superpower” — maybe it’s kindness, listening, or making people laugh. Share and cheer each other on.

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