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Gratitude Tree Lesson Plan

Students will create a gratitude tree to identify and express appreciation for people and experiences, fostering positive thinking and social-emotional growth.

This lesson helps young learners articulate gratitude, promoting emotional well-being, empathy, and a positive classroom environment.

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Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity & Craft

25 minutes

Step 3

Sharing & Reflection

10 minutes

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Welcome to Our Gratitude Tree!

Introduce the lesson and grab the students' attention. Emphasize the idea of gratitude and why it's important.

What is Gratitude?

Explain what gratitude means in simple terms. Use relatable examples that students can connect with.

Think & Share

Engage students by asking questions about what they are thankful for. Encourage participation.

Let's Create Our Gratitude Tree

Explain the activity where students will use their ideas to create a gratitude tree. Direct them on how to organize their thoughts.

Sharing & Reflection

Guide a wrap-up discussion. Ask students to reflect on how expressing gratitude makes them feel and why it's important.

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Gratitude Tree: Cultivating Appreciation

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