Gratitude Role-Playing Adventure

Temi Kufeji

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Gratitude Role-Playing Adventure

Express gratitude in various scenarios

In this lesson, students will engage in role-playing activities to express gratitude in different scenarios. This interactive session aims to develop social skills and empathy by allowing students to practice gratitude in a safe and supportive environment. By the end of the lesson, students will have a better understanding of how to express gratitude and its impact on relationships.

Audience

6th Grade Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Express gratitude in various scenarios

Materials

Printable Gratitude Scenario Cards, Discussion Questions, Reflection Worksheet, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction to Gratitude

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what gratitude means.
Ask students to share examples of when they felt grateful.
Explain the importance of expressing gratitude in everyday life.

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

15 mins

Divide students into small groups and distribute the Printable Gratitude Scenario Cards.
Instruct each group to select a card and role-play the scenario, focusing on expressing gratitude.
Encourage creativity and empathy in their role-playing.
Rotate scenarios if time permits.

Step 3

Group Discussion

5 mins

Gather students back together and discuss the role-playing experience.
Use the Discussion Questions to guide the conversation about how it felt to express and receive gratitude.

Step 4

Reflection and Closure

5 mins

Hand out the Reflection Worksheet and ask students to write about what they learned.
Encourage them to think about how they can incorporate gratitude into their daily lives.
Conclude with a few students sharing their reflections.

Worksheet

Printable Gratitude Scenario Cards

These cards contain various scenarios for students to role-play expressing gratitude. They are designed for one-sided printing.

Thank a friend for helping you with homework.

Express gratitude to a teacher for their support.

Show appreciation to a family member for a kind gesture.

Thank a classmate for sharing their lunch.

Express gratitude to a coach for their encouragement.

Discussion

Gratitude Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to facilitate a discussion on the role-playing experience and the importance of gratitude.

How did it feel to express gratitude in your role-play?

Encourage students to reflect on their emotions and the reactions of others.

What was challenging about expressing gratitude?

Discuss any difficulties students faced and how they overcame them.

How can expressing gratitude impact your relationships?

Explore the positive effects of gratitude on friendships and family dynamics.

Worksheet

Gratitude Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their learning experience and how they can apply gratitude in their lives.

Write about a time you felt grateful and why it was important to you.

Think about a recent experience where someone did something kind for you.

How can you express gratitude more often in your daily life?

Consider small actions you can take to show appreciation to others.