Gratitude Journaling: A Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Activity ♥ Bundle

This savings bundle includes 12 writing prompt pages that can be used to introduce students to gratitude journaling, and a menu of 25+ gratitude topics that students can reference when writing in their composition notebooks.   

By having students cultivate their gratitude through writing, you are equipping them with a mindfulness technique proven to increase happiness, optimism, and emotional resilience.  You are also building their emotional intelligence and capacity for self-regulation through this SEL activity.   

THIS SEL BUNDLE INCLUDES: 

• 12 journal prompts, each with a simple writer’s checklist and a section where students can indicate their mood after journaling their gratitude 
• A blank journal page to allow students to write about the topic of their choice, along with a cover page for their journal    
• Menu of 25+ gratitude topics with idea starters for notebook writing   
• 3 example journal entries to share during whole-class instruction before students write on their own
• Digitally-enabled Easel Activities versions for online use

BENEFICIAL IN MANY WAYS

Regularly journaling gratitude can help students: 

• improve focus, concentration and productivity
• develop a positive outlook and a growth mindset
• build resilience
• cope with anxiety and stress
• improve relationships (as they realize how they’ve been supported by others) 
• develop empathy and compassion (as they come to be more aware of their own feelings)   
• boost self-esteem and confidence
• increase feelings of happiness and well-being

Overall, gratitude journaling is a simple and effective way for students to improve their mental and emotional well-being and enhance their overall academic experience.

INCORPORATING IN YOUR CLASS

This mindfulness activity can be used:

• in the mornings, on days when you feel students need a reset, break and/or morale boost
• during writing block, including as a writing center
• for individual or small group counseling 
• at lunch with the teacher
• for at-home reflection

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