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Game Thankfulness Circle
15 minutes
Whole Class
Circle Time
Learning Objectives
Express gratitude for play experiences
Recognize positive interactions with others
Build classroom community
Reflect on learning about games
Preparation
Arrange comfortable circle seating
Prepare gratitude stone or special object
Think of your own gratitude to share
Create calm, reflective atmosphere
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Gather in circle and explain gratitude sharing
2
Pass gratitude stone around circle
3
Each child thanks a classmate for playing with them
4
Encourage specific examples: 'Thank you Maria for helping me learn dominoes'
5
Model gratitude: 'Thank you all for being such good game partners'
6
Let children share what they learned about games
7
End with group appreciation for fun week of games
8
Celebrate the community they've built through play
Materials Needed
Comfortable seating area
Optional: gratitude stone or special object
Assessment
Child expresses gratitude to classmate
Child reflects on positive game experiences
Child participates in community building
Child shows appreciation for others
Key Vocabulary
thankful
grateful
appreciate
friend
kind
helpful
community
Safety Notes
Create emotionally safe environment
Ensure all children are included in gratitude
Teaching Tips
Model specific, genuine gratitude
Help shy children find words
Keep atmosphere warm and supportive
Connect gratitude to friendship building
Extensions
Write thank you notes to game partners
Create gratitude journal for game experiences
Continue gratitude practice in other activities
Invite families to share what they're grateful for
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