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The Gift of Giving

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Lesson Plan

Generosity Reflection Guide

Students will explore the concept of generosity and kindness, reflect on personal experiences of giving, and understand the positive impact of their actions on others and themselves.

Understanding generosity and kindness helps students develop empathy, strengthen social-emotional skills, and fosters a positive classroom and community environment. These are crucial life skills that extend beyond the classroom.

Audience

Elementary School Students

Time

45-60 minutes

Approach

Through discussion, reflection, and a creative activity.

Materials

Whiteboard or projector, Giving Back Slide Deck, Markers or chart paper, Construction paper or drawing paper, Crayons, colored pencils, or markers, and My Act of Kindness Journal

Prep

Review Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction: What is Giving?

10 minutes

  • Begin with a brief class discussion on the meaning of 'giving' and 'kindness.'
  • Use the Giving Back Slide Deck (Slide 1-3) to guide the discussion.
  • Ask students for examples of ways people give (time, help, gifts, smiles, etc.).
  • Introduce the concept of

Step 2

Exploring Generosity

15 minutes

  • Continue with the Giving Back Slide Deck (Slide 4-6) to explore different forms of generosity.
  • Discuss scenarios where generosity is shown (e.g., sharing toys, helping a friend, donating items).
  • Facilitate a short pair-share activity: "Think of a time someone was generous to you. How did it make you feel?" Allow 2-3 minutes for sharing.

Step 3

My Act of Kindness Reflection

15 minutes

  • Distribute the My Act of Kindness Journal to each student.
  • Explain the journal prompt: students will reflect on an act of kindness they can do for someone else during the holiday season or any time of year.
  • Encourage students to think about who they want to help and how, emphasizing that it doesn't have to be a physical gift.
  • Allow students time to draw and write in their journals.

Step 4

Share and Conclude

5-10 minutes

  • Invite a few students to share their acts of kindness from their My Act of Kindness Journal with the class.
  • Emphasize that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
  • Conclude by reiterating the joy and importance of giving, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
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Slide Deck

The Gift of Giving

Exploring Generosity and Kindness This Holiday Season!

Welcome students and introduce the topic. Ask them what comes to mind when they hear 'giving'.

What is Giving?

Is it always a present?
What does generosity look like?

Facilitate a discussion. Ask: 'What does it mean to give?' 'Is it just about presents?' Encourage various ideas.

Why Do We Give?

Making a difference in someone's day.
Spreading joy and happiness.
It feels good!

Discuss the emotions involved. Ask: 'How does it feel to give something to someone?' and 'How does it feel to receive something thoughtful?'

Ways to Give

Giving your time (helping out)
Giving your words (compliments, encouragement)
Giving your help (chores, schoolwork)
Giving a smile!

Show examples. Ask students for their own examples. Emphasize that not all giving costs money.

Scenario: Sharing is Caring

Your friend forgot their snack. You have an extra one. What do you do?

How can you show generosity in this moment?

Present a scenario. Ask students to think about how they could be generous in this situation. Encourage empathy.

Your Act of Kindness!

What act of kindness can you do?
Who will you help?
How will it make them feel? How will it make YOU feel?

Introduce the journal activity. Explain that it's about planning their own act of kindness.

The Joy of Giving

Small acts make a big difference!
Generosity spreads happiness.
Keep the giving spirit alive all year!

Summarize the lesson and encourage students to practice kindness daily. Reiterate the main takeaway.

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Journal

My Act of Kindness Journal

Name:


Date:

The Gift of Giving

Think about someone you would like to show kindness to. It could be a family member, a friend, a neighbor, or even someone you don't know very well. What is one act of kindness you can do for them?

It doesn't have to be a big or expensive gift. It could be a kind word, a helpful action, or sharing something.

My Plan for Kindness:

1. Who will I show kindness to?






2. What act of kindness will I do?











3. Why is this act of kindness important?











4. How do I think this act of kindness will make the other person feel?






5. How do I think this act of kindness will make ME feel?






Draw Your Act of Kindness:

Use this space to draw a picture of you performing your act of kindness. Show the joy it brings!

































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