Lesson Plan

The Gratitude Garden Lesson Plan

Students create a Gratitude Garden to express appreciation for themselves and peers while building a supportive and positive classroom environment.

This lesson helps students develop gratitude, emotional wellbeing, and a sense of community by recognizing and celebrating the contributions of others.

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Prep

Preparation for Gratitude Garden

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Gratitude Garden Creation

25 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Sharing

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

The Gratitude Garden

Introduce the concept of gratitude and explain the theme of The Gratitude Garden. Emphasize the importance of expressing appreciation for ourselves and those around us. Mention the color scheme (#b3e5dc,#9cdcc9,#85d6b7) to create a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Understanding Gratitude

Discuss what gratitude means and ask students to think about what they're thankful for. Use prompting questions to initiate conversation.

Gratitude Garden Creation

Guide students through the hands-on activity. Remind them to be creative, using colored paper and markers to craft their gratitude expressions. Clearly explain each step.

Reflection & Sharing

Encourage students to share their creations and reflect on how expressing gratitude makes them feel. Summarize the key points and the impact of gratitude on a supportive community.

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The Gratitude Garden

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