Lesson Plan
Joyful Journeys Lesson Plan
Students will recognize and document positive moments from their daily lives by identifying at least three things they’re grateful for through storytelling, journaling, and a creative craft activity.
Cultivating gratitude helps children develop a positive mindset, boosts emotional resilience, and encourages social empathy as they learn to notice and appreciate everyday blessings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Materials Preparation
20 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
10 minutes
Step 2
Storytelling
15 minutes
Step 3
Journal Entry
15 minutes
Step 4
Gratitude Tree Craft
20 minutes
Step 5
Sharing & Reflection
10 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down and Closing
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Joyful Journeys: Cultivating Gratitude
Lesson Objectives
Warm-Up Discussion
Story Time: A Small Surprise
Story Reflection
Journal Entry
Gratitude Tree Craft
Sharing & Reflection
Cool-Down and Closing
Thank You!

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