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Creative Compliments Craft

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Lesson Plan

Creative Compliments Craft Lesson Plan

Students create personalized compliments using colorful art supplies to boost self-esteem and promote a supportive classroom community.

This lesson fosters empathy and positive communication, helping students appreciate themselves and others while building a community of kindness.

Audience

Elementary School Students

Time

45-60 minutes

Approach

Hands-on craft, discussion, and shared reflections.

Materials

Prep

Preparation and Setup

10 minutes

  • Review the Creative Compliments Craft Lesson Plan to become familiar with the activity steps.
  • Gather and organize all required art supplies and materials.
  • Arrange the classroom to facilitate both individual work and group sharing.

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-up

10 minutes

  • Briefly discuss the importance of giving and receiving compliments.
  • Explain how positive words can boost confidence and build community.
  • Introduce the activity and show examples of personalized compliments.

Step 2

Demonstration

5 minutes

  • Demonstrate how to design a compliment card using colorful paper and art supplies.
  • Highlight creative ideas and different ways to express warmth and positivity.

Step 3

Craft Time

20 minutes

  • Students use the provided materials to create their own compliment cards.
  • Encourage creativity and individual expression.
  • Circulate the room to provide support and positive feedback.

Step 4

Sharing and Reflection

10 minutes

  • Invite students to share their compliment cards with the class or in small groups.
  • Facilitate a discussion on how it felt to give and receive compliments.
  • Ask reflective questions such as: What compliment made you feel most appreciated? How can we continue to support each other?
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Slide Deck

Creative Compliments Craft

Create personalized compliment cards using colorful paper and art supplies.

Objective: Boost self-esteem and build a community of kindness.

Begin by welcoming the students and introducing the activity. Mention that today they will be creating compliment cards that highlight the positive qualities of their classmates. Use this slide to set the tone and explain the importance of compliments.

Why Compliments Matter

Compliments help build confidence and create a supportive environment.

Discuss the impact of compliments on our emotions and relationships. Ask open questions like 'How does a compliment make you feel?' to encourage students to think about the power of kind words.

How to Create a Compliment Card

  1. Choose a colorful paper.
  2. Write a personalized compliment.
  3. Decorate with markers, crayons, and other art supplies.

Use this slide to introduce the process of creating a compliment card. Explain the steps and highlight creative ideas. Mention that using colorful designs can make the message even more special.

Craft Time

Now it's your turn to create! Use the art supplies provided to design your unique compliment card.

Encourage students to start their craft work. Walk around the class to offer help and praise their efforts. Remind them to be creative and express positivity in their designs.

Sharing and Reflection

Share your compliment card with the class or in small groups.

Reflection Questions:

  • What compliment made you feel most appreciated?
  • How can we continue to support each other?

Facilitate a sharing session where students can present their compliment cards. Engage the class in a discussion on how giving and receiving compliments feels, and ask reflective questions to deepen their understanding.

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Activity

Creative Compliments Craft Activity

In this activity, you will create a personalized compliment card for one of your classmates. Use colorful paper and art supplies to design a card that highlights something special about someone else. Remember, your kind words have the power to brighten someone's day!

Instructions

  1. Materials Needed:

    • Colorful Paper
    • Markers, Crayons, or Colored Pencils
    • Scissors and Glue

  2. Steps:

    • Choose Your Base: Pick a piece of colorful paper as the base of your card.
    • Think of a Compliment: Reflect on something you appreciate about a classmate. It might be their friendly smile, helpfulness, or creativity. Write down your compliment.
    • Decorate: Use the art supplies to decorate your card. Draw doodles, add shapes, or even stickers if available. Make your card as unique as your kind words!

  3. Crafting Tips:

    • Use bold, bright colors to show the warmth of your compliment.
    • Include a small drawing or symbol that represents positivity (like a sun, heart, or star).
    • Remember, there are no mistakes—just creative expressions of kindness!

Reflect and Share

After you have created your compliment card, spend a few minutes reflecting:

  • How did it feel to write a positive message for someone else?
  • What did you enjoy most about creating your card?

When you’re ready, share your card with the class or in small groups. As you present, explain what inspired your compliment and how you hoped your words would make your classmate feel.

Follow-Up Questions (For Discussion)

  • Why is it important to give genuine compliments?
  • How can small acts of kindness, like this compliment card, make a difference in our classroom community?







Enjoy your creative journey and remember: Your words have the power to uplift and inspire others!

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