Cultural Gratitude Exploration
Explore cultural expressions of gratitude
In this lesson, students will explore how different cultures express gratitude through art. They will create art pieces inspired by these traditions, promoting cultural awareness and appreciation. This lesson helps students develop a deeper understanding of cultural diversity and encourages them to express gratitude in creative ways.
Explore cultural expressions of gratitude
Art supplies (paper, paints, markers, etc.), Worksheet: Cultural Gratitude Exploration, and Discussion Questions
Step 1
Introduction to Cultural Gratitude
15 mins
- Begin with a brief discussion on what gratitude means and how it is expressed in different cultures.
- Share examples of gratitude traditions from around the world (e.g., Thanksgiving in the USA, Diwali in India, etc.).
- Encourage students to share any personal experiences or knowledge about cultural gratitude practices.
Step 2
Art Activity: Creating Gratitude Art
45 mins
- Distribute the 'Cultural Gratitude Exploration' worksheet to each student.
- Explain that students will create an art piece inspired by a cultural tradition of gratitude.
- Allow students to choose a culture or tradition they are interested in.
- Provide art supplies and give students time to create their pieces.
- Encourage creativity and personal expression in their artwork.
Step 3
Reflection and Sharing
20 mins
- Once the art activity is complete, have students display their artwork.
- Facilitate a discussion using the prepared questions to reflect on the activity.
- Encourage students to share their thoughts on what they learned about cultural gratitude and how it influenced their art.
- Discuss the importance of understanding and appreciating cultural diversity.
- Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
- Encourage students to think about how they can incorporate gratitude into their daily lives.
- Thank students for their participation and creativity.
