Lesson Plan
Garden of Thoughts Plan
Students will identify and nurture positive thoughts by “planting” them as seeds in a garden metaphor, then reflect on care strategies through craft and journaling.
This session builds self-awareness and coping skills by translating abstract thoughts into tangible activities, helping 3rd graders practice positive mindset habits.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Grounding
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploring the Garden Metaphor
7 minutes
Step 3
Thought Seed Planting Craft
10 minutes
Step 4
Growth Reflection Journaling
6 minutes
Step 5
Closing and Next Steps
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to the Thought Garden
Our Garden Metaphor
Thoughts Are Seeds
Planting Your Thought Seed
Caring for Your Garden
Growth Reflection
Next Steps

Activity


Journal

