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Gratitude in Action

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Lesson Plan

Gratitude in Action

Cultivate Gratitude

This lesson aims to cultivate gratitude among 5th graders through engaging activities and a video. By exploring the concept of gratitude, students will learn to appreciate the positive aspects of their lives and express thankfulness. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive mindset, enhances their emotional well-being, and fosters a supportive classroom environment.

Audience

Four 5th Graders

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Materials

Video: Mindful Minutes: Tree Meditation for Children, Discussion Questions, Gratitude Worksheet, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what gratitude means.
  • Ask students to share one thing they are grateful for today.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to guide a conversation about the video and gratitude.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can incorporate gratitude into their daily lives.

Step 4

Gratitude Activity

7 mins

  • Hand out the Gratitude Worksheet.
  • Ask students to write down three things they are grateful for and why.
  • Encourage them to share their thoughts with the group if they feel comfortable.

Step 5

Closure

3 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed.
  • Encourage students to practice gratitude daily and share it with others.
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Discussion

Gratitude Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the concept of gratitude and how it can be applied in their lives.

What does gratitude mean to you?

Encourage students to think about gratitude as recognizing and appreciating the good things in their lives.







How did the video make you feel?

Discuss the calming effect of the video and the importance of taking a moment to be thankful.







Can you think of a time when you felt grateful?

Guide students to share personal experiences and how those moments impacted them.







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Worksheet

Gratitude Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students identify and express gratitude by listing things they are thankful for.

List three things you are grateful for today.

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







Why are you grateful for these things?

Consider how these things positively impact your life.







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