Gratitude and Growth

Laurie Dean

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Gratitude and Growth

Explore gratitude and personal growth

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of gratitude and how recognizing what they are thankful for can contribute to personal growth and a positive mindset. By creating gratitude journals and sharing their thoughts in pairs or groups, students will foster a sense of community and appreciation. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive outlook, enhances emotional well-being, and encourages empathy and connection with others.

Audience

Grades 4-6

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Explore gratitude and personal growth

Materials

Notebooks or paper, Pens or pencils, Discussion Questions, and Gratitude Journal Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Gratitude

5 minutes

Begin by asking students what they think gratitude means.
Discuss the importance of recognizing and appreciating the good things in life.
Explain how gratitude can lead to personal growth and a positive mindset.

Step 2

Gratitude Journals

10 minutes

Provide each student with a notebook or paper to create their gratitude journal.
Ask students to write down three things they are grateful for today.
Encourage them to think about why they are grateful for these things.

Step 3

Sharing in Pairs or Groups

10 minutes

Have students pair up or form small groups to share what they have written in their gratitude journals.
Encourage them to listen actively and appreciate each other's thoughts.
Facilitate a brief discussion on how sharing gratitude can strengthen relationships.

Step 4

Closure and Reflection

5 minutes

Ask students to reflect on how they felt before and after the activity.
Discuss how they can incorporate gratitude into their daily lives.
Encourage them to continue using their gratitude journals at home.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide the discussion on gratitude and its impact on personal growth.

What does gratitude mean to you?

Encourage students to think about gratitude as recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life.

How can gratitude contribute to personal growth?

Discuss how gratitude can lead to a more positive mindset and improve emotional well-being.

Why is it important to share what we are grateful for with others?

Highlight the role of sharing gratitude in building connections and fostering a sense of community.

Worksheet

Gratitude Journal Worksheet

A worksheet to help students document their thoughts on gratitude and reflect on their personal growth.

List three things you are grateful for today.

Think about people, experiences, or things that made you happy.

Why are you grateful for these things?

Consider how these things have positively impacted your life.

How did writing about gratitude make you feel?

Reflect on any changes in your mood or perspective.