Supplemented by a video that drives the concept home, this easy activity encourages students to show gratitude to the difference-makers in their lives.
School Type: Middle school, high school (6-12)
Activity Goal: Build relationships and teach gratitude
People Required: One Staffulty member to show the video and lead the activity
Timing: November
Materials: Screen and audio equipment, cards and pens
Cost: $30
INSTRUCTIONS:
- During a designated class period, have teachers show this video on gratitude from the All In series.
- Have students identify someone who works behind the scenes to make life better for others, like a parent, relative, teacher, school security officer, cafeteria worker, bus driver, custodian or other essential worker.
- Provide tips for writing a note of gratitude and have students write one for the person they identified.
- Encourage students to deliver the note to the person they wrote it to.
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