Sixth graders build self-awareness by practicing gratitude — noticing and appreciating the good things in their lives. From a gratitude journal to a thank-you note, small habits boost mood and connection. They explore ways to practice, then start a gratitude habit.
Students will be able to…
How does noticing what you are thankful for change how you feel?
Project this and tap each. Have students explore ways to practice gratitude.
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What is one good thing that happened today, big or small?
Students learn.
Students practice.
Students apply.
Students close.
Aligned to the CASEL Framework for Social and Emotional Learning across its five core competencies.
Identify and appreciate personal and situational positives.
Recognize how gratitude affects mood and outlook.
Use positive practices to support wellbeing.
Express appreciation to others.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students write 3 things they are thankful for tonight. A printable gratitude journal page is in the SEL library.
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A quick self-check with instant feedback, drawn from this lesson’s key terms.
A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.