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Positive Affirmation Circle

Lesson Plan

Positive Affirmation Circle

Practice positive affirmations

In this lesson, kindergarten students will engage in a Positive Affirmation Circle to learn about and practice positive affirmations. This activity is designed to boost self-esteem and promote emotional regulation by allowing students to share affirmations and discuss their impact. The lesson is important as it helps young learners develop a positive self-image and emotional resilience, which are crucial for their overall well-being and social development.

Audience

Kindergarten Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Practice positive affirmations

Materials

Discussion Guide, and Printable Affirmation Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Gather students in a circle.
  • Explain what positive affirmations are: simple, positive statements that can help us feel good about ourselves.
  • Share an example of a positive affirmation, such as "I am kind" or "I am a good friend."

Step 2

Affirmation Sharing Circle

15 mins

  • Invite each student to think of a positive affirmation about themselves.
  • Encourage students to take turns sharing their affirmation with the group.
  • After each student shares, the group can repeat the affirmation together to reinforce it.

Step 3

Discussion on Impact

5 mins

  • Use the discussion guide to facilitate a conversation about how saying positive affirmations makes them feel.
  • Ask students if they can think of times when they might use affirmations to help them feel better.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Hand out printable affirmation cards to each student.
  • Encourage students to take their cards home and practice saying their affirmations daily.
  • Conclude with a group affirmation, such as "We are all special and important."
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Discussion

Discussion Guide

Guide to facilitate a discussion on the impact of positive affirmations.

How do you feel after saying your affirmation?

Encourage students to express their feelings and validate their responses.







When can you use positive affirmations?

Guide students to think about situations like feeling sad, nervous, or before trying something new.







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Worksheet

Printable Affirmation Cards

Cards with positive affirmations for students to take home and practice.




I am kind.







I am a good friend.







I am brave.







I am smart.







I am helpful.







I am loved.







I am special.







I am important.




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