Thank You Card Creation

Rebecca Biggard

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Thank You Card Creation

Understanding gratitude

In this lesson, students will learn the importance of expressing gratitude by creating personalized thank you cards for someone they appreciate. This activity fosters empathy and helps students understand the positive impact of gratitude on others. By engaging in this creative process, students will develop social-emotional skills and enhance their understanding of empathy and appreciation.

Audience

2nd Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understanding gratitude

Materials

Construction paper, Markers, Crayons, Stickers, Scissors, Glue, Thank You Card Creation Worksheet, and Discussion Guide

Step 1

Introduction to Gratitude

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what gratitude means.
Ask students to share a time when they felt thankful.
Explain the importance of saying 'thank you' and how it makes others feel appreciated.

Step 2

Discussion on Gratitude

10 mins

Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about gratitude.
Encourage students to think about people in their lives they are thankful for and why.
Discuss how expressing gratitude can strengthen relationships.

Step 3

Card Creation Activity

20 mins

Distribute the Thank You Card Creation Worksheet to each student.
Provide materials like construction paper, markers, crayons, stickers, scissors, and glue.
Guide students to design and create their own thank you cards using the worksheet as a guide.
Encourage creativity and personal expression in their card designs.

Step 4

Sharing and Reflection

10 mins

Allow students to share their cards with the class and explain who they made it for and why.
Discuss how it felt to create something for someone else.
Reflect on the importance of gratitude and how it can be practiced daily.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points about gratitude and its impact.
Encourage students to give their thank you cards to the intended recipients.
Remind students to practice gratitude regularly.

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Discussion

Thank You Card Discussion

A guided discussion to help students explore the concept of gratitude and its importance in everyday life.

What does gratitude mean to you?

Encourage students to think about feelings of thankfulness and appreciation.

Can you think of a time when someone thanked you? How did it make you feel?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences and emotions.

Why is it important to say 'thank you'?

Discuss the impact of gratitude on relationships and community.

Worksheet

Thank You Card Creation Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in designing and creating their own thank you cards.

Who are you making your thank you card for?

Think of someone who has done something nice for you.

What message would you like to write inside your card?

Express your gratitude and explain why you are thankful.

How will you decorate your card?

Consider using colors, drawings, and stickers to make it special.