lenny

Gratitude Journaling: Cultivating Positivity

Lesson Plan

Gratitude Journaling: Cultivating Positivity

Introduce gratitude journaling

This lesson introduces students to gratitude journaling as a tool to cultivate positivity and improve mental health. Students will learn about the benefits of gratitude, create their own journals, and share their experiences. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive mindset, enhances emotional well-being, and encourages self-reflection.

Audience

Grade 7 Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Introduce gratitude journaling

Materials

Notebooks, Pens, and Gratitude Journaling Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what gratitude means.
  • Ask students to share examples of things they are grateful for.
  • Explain the concept of gratitude journaling and its benefits for mental health.

Step 2

Gratitude Journaling Activity

25 mins

  • Distribute notebooks and pens to each student.
  • Hand out the Gratitude Journaling Worksheet to guide their thoughts.
  • Instruct students to write down three things they are grateful for and why.
  • Encourage creativity and personal reflection in their entries.

Step 3

Sharing and Discussion

10 mins

  • Invite students to share one entry from their journal with the class.
  • Facilitate a discussion on how writing about gratitude made them feel.
  • Discuss the potential long-term benefits of maintaining a gratitude journal.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to continue their gratitude journaling at home.
  • Ask students to reflect on how they can incorporate gratitude into their daily lives.
lenny
0 educators
use Lenny to create lessons.

No credit card needed

Worksheet

Gratitude Journaling Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students in organizing their thoughts and reflections for their gratitude journal entries.

List three things you are grateful for today.

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







Why are you grateful for each of these things?

Reflect on how each item positively impacts your life.







How did writing about gratitude make you feel?

Consider any changes in your mood or perspective.







lenny
lenny