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Gratitude Garden Lesson Plan

Encourage students to express gratitude and reflect on positive aspects of their lives.

This lesson fosters a positive environment, enhances emotional well-being, and promotes kindness.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Gratitude

10 minutes

Step 2

Create Gratitude Flowers

20 minutes

Step 3

Plant the Gratitude Garden

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Discussion

5 minutes

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Welcome to the Gratitude Garden!

Welcome the students and introduce the concept of gratitude. Explain that today they will be creating a 'Gratitude Garden' to express what they are thankful for.

What is Gratitude?

Discuss the importance of gratitude and how it can positively impact our lives. Encourage students to think about things they are thankful for.

Examples of Gratitude

Provide examples of gratitude. Ask students to share their own examples to get them thinking about what they might include on their flowers.

Activity Instructions

Explain the activity steps clearly. Ensure students understand they will be creating flowers to express their gratitude.

Create Your Gratitude Flower

Guide students as they create their gratitude flowers. Encourage them to be creative and thoughtful in their expressions.

Planting the Gratitude Garden

Organize the planting of the gratitude garden. Encourage students to share their flowers and arrange them on the bulletin board.

Reflection and Sharing

Lead a reflection session. Discuss how expressing gratitude makes them feel and encourage daily gratitude practices.

Conclusion

Conclude the lesson with a positive affirmation or group cheer to reinforce the positive feelings associated with gratitude.

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