Lesson Plan

Sky High Happiness Lesson Plan

Students will create and decorate their own dream balloons to visualize and express their aspirations, while building self-esteem and positive communication skills.

This lesson helps young students articulate their dreams, develop goal-setting skills, and build a positive mindset by transforming their aspirations into a creative art form that they can share with the class.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5-10 minutes

Step 2

Balloon Creation Activity

25-30 minutes

Step 3

Classroom Display and Reflection

10-15 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Sky High Happiness!

Introduce the activity by explaining the concept of dreams and aspirations. Emphasize that each student's dream is unique, and today they will create a balloon that represents what makes them happy or what they hope to achieve.

Imagine Your Dream Balloon

Show a simple animated slide or illustration of colorful balloons in the sky. Invite students to visualize the sky of their dreams.

Create Your Balloon

Explain how to decorate the balloon templates using art supplies. Remind students to write their positive affirmations or dreams on the balloon.

Sky of Dreams

Guide the class in forming a display of all the dream balloons, like a sky filled with aspirations. Encourage students to share what they created.

Reflection Time

Facilitate a reflection with the students. Ask them how they felt during the activity and what they’re excited about.