Gratitude Attitude

Rebecca Biggard

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Gratitude Attitude

Gratitude

This lesson introduces students to the concept of gratitude and its benefits. By engaging in a simple activity to express gratitude, students will learn to appreciate the positive aspects of their lives and the people around them. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive mindset and improve their emotional well-being.

Audience

K-6 Students

Time

5 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning

Materials

Script for Gratitude Activity, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Greet the students and explain that today they will learn about gratitude and how it can make us feel happier.
Briefly introduce the concept of gratitude and its benefits.

Step 2

Gratitude Activity

2 minutes

Guide the students through a simple gratitude activity using the provided script.
Encourage them to think of one thing they are grateful for and share it with the class.

Step 3

Discussion

2 minutes

Use the discussion questions to reflect on the activity.
Encourage students to share how expressing gratitude made them feel and how they can practice gratitude in their daily lives.

Step 4

Closure

1 minute

Thank the students for participating and remind them that they can practice gratitude anytime to feel more positive and connected.

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Script for Gratitude Activity

A simple script to guide students through a gratitude activity.

Let's take a moment to think about something or someone we are grateful for.
It could be a friend, a family member, a pet, or even something simple like a sunny day.
Once you have something in mind, take a deep breath and think about why you are grateful for it.
If you feel comfortable, share your gratitude with the class.
Remember, expressing gratitude can make us feel happier and more connected to others.

Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide a reflection on the gratitude activity.

How did you feel after expressing gratitude?

Encourage students to share their feelings and experiences, noting any changes in their mood or perspective.

How can you practice gratitude in your daily life?

Discuss simple ways students can incorporate gratitude into their routines, such as keeping a gratitude journal, saying thank you more often, writing thank-you notes, reflecting on positive experiences before bed, or sharing something they are grateful for at the dinner table.