Menu of Gratitude Journal Prompts: A Social Emotional Learning Writing Activity
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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 equPrice $2.61Original Price $3.25Save $0.64
Description
NEW. This resource is a menu of 25+ gratitude writing prompts for students to refer to as they journal their gratitude. Cultivating gratitude through writing is a mindfulness technique proven to increase happiness, optimism, and emotional resilience among those who regularly practice it. Students also build emotional intelligence and self-regulation capacity through this SEL exercise.
This menu of journal ideas is designed to be used with composition notebooks. Students can staple the menu onto a journal page or keep it in a folder.
Introduce gratitude journaling to your class with these 12 writing prompt pages, or bundle and save!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- a one-page menu of gratitude journal prompts, with journaling tips and a sample journal entry to guide students through the activity
- two examples of gratitude journal entries to share during whole-class instruction before students write on their own
- an overview page with tips on how to implement gratitude journaling in your classroom
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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