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I WANNA THANK ME

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Introduction

Today, we will:

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Understand the importance of expressing gratitude towards ourselves.

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Grasp the significance of cultivating a positive relationship with ourselves for overall well-being and personal growth.

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SEL Connection

Today, we will practice relationship skills and the importance of developing a positive relationship with self.

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Block Party Joy

Icebreaker

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GET moving!

Icebreaker

1) Independently reflect on two of your most joyful moments of the year.

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2) Walk around the room while the music plays.

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3) When the music stops, find a partner and share your joyful moment.

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Block Party Joy

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Icebreaker

What is something interesting or surprising you learned about a classmate during the Block Party?

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Block Party Joy

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talk about it

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I WANNA THANK ME

part one

lesson

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The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

lesson: Part One

definition

GRATITUDE

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I Wanna Thank Me

WATCH A VIDEO

1) Watch Snoop Dogg’s "I Wanna Thank Me"

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2) Whole class cypher:

    • Why is it important to express gratitude to yourself?

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    • What goals would you like to express gratitude to yourself for accomplishing?

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Lesson: Part One

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LETTER TO MYSELF

part two

lesson

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1) Write a letter, poem or rap to yourself expressing gratitude for your efforts and positive qualities.

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2) Share with a partner.

Letter to Myself

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Writing

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GRATITUDE WALL

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Gratitude Wall

GET moving!

Lesson: Part Three

Add sticky notes expressing gratitude for someone else in the class on the Gratitude Wall.

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Gratitude Wall

Appreciation Circle

Form a circle and express appreciation for a classmate.

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talk about it

Lesson: Part Three