Lesson Plan
Gratitude Grove Lesson Plan
Students will explore gratitude by reflecting on things they appreciate, creating personalized thank-you leaves, and collaboratively building a classroom “Gratitude Grove.”
This lesson fosters emotional well-being, builds community, and encourages empathy by guiding students to recognize and express thankfulness.
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Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Gratitude
10 minutes
Step 2
Class Discussion
8 minutes
Step 3
Leaf Creation
12 minutes
Step 4
Building the Grove
10 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up Reflection
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to the Gratitude Grove
What Is Gratitude?
Examples of Gratitude
Why Gratitude Matters
Reflect & Share
Create Your Thank-You Leaf
Grow Our Gratitude Grove
Keep Practicing Gratitude

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