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Gratitude Circle

TOF

Description

A circle-sharing activity where each child names something they enjoyed.

Details

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7 - 10 years, Mixed Age, 11 - 19 years, Adults
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Any number of players
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Less than 5 minutes
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No materials

Tags

Emotional Expression, Reflection, Communication, Listening Skills, Remote-Friendly

Instructions:

1. In a circle, each child shares one thing they enjoyed.
(Optional: thank a peer or themselves.)

Variations & tips:

1. After each child speaks, do a small clap or cheer to celebrate.

2. After sharing, students can write or draw what they enjoyed on sticky notes and add them to a wall.

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