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Joyful January Journals

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Lesson Plan

Joyful January Journals

Introduce daily journaling

This lesson introduces students to the concept of daily journaling with a focus on gratitude and personal growth. Students will learn how to express their thoughts and feelings through writing, which supports emotional health and self-awareness. By developing a habit of reflection, students can enhance their emotional intelligence and mindfulness.

Audience

Grades 2-4 Students

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Introduce daily journaling

Materials

Discussion Guide, Journaling Worksheet, Pens, and Notebooks

Step 1

Introduction to Journaling

5 minutes

  • Begin by asking students if they have ever kept a journal or diary.
  • Explain that journaling is a way to express thoughts and feelings on paper.
  • Discuss the benefits of journaling, such as improving self-awareness and emotional health.

Step 2

Discussion on Gratitude

5 minutes

  • Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about gratitude.
  • Ask students what they are thankful for and why gratitude is important.
  • Encourage students to share examples of things they appreciate in their lives.

Step 3

Journaling Activity

8 minutes

  • Distribute the Journaling Worksheet and explain the prompts.
  • Allow students to choose a prompt and write in their journals.
  • Encourage creativity and honesty in their writing.

Step 4

Closure

2 minutes

  • Invite a few students to share their journal entries if they feel comfortable.
  • Reinforce the idea that journaling is a personal and ongoing practice.
  • Encourage students to continue journaling at home.
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Discussion

Discussion Guide

Guide to facilitate a discussion on gratitude and its importance.

What are you thankful for today?

Encourage students to think about both big and small things they appreciate.







How does expressing gratitude make you feel?

Discuss the positive emotions associated with gratitude.







Why is it important to recognize what we are grateful for?

Highlight the benefits of gratitude, such as increased happiness and mindfulness.







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Worksheet

Journaling Worksheet

Worksheet with creative prompts to guide students in their journaling activity.

Write about a person you are grateful for and why.








Describe a place that makes you feel happy and why.








What is something you did today that you are proud of?








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