


(because this is a feeling word, invite them to think of other words that might be connected) Specifically, ask them to make a connection, create a visual image, and attach a feeling connected to the word. Begin with the “one word” activity by writing the word “happy” on the board.You can find the online read aloud – HERE The Lesson I love this book for so many reasons: the abundance of gratitude for simple things in life, the whimsical rhyming that makes it easy for kids to read and reread, the feeling of joy that comes from thinking positive thoughts with our students, and, of course, the connection to “One Hundredth Day” celebrations. Even if you don’t celebrate 100th Day in your class – this lesson can be adapted to any grade and great chance for you and your students to “find some happy”! THE ANCHOR:ġ00 Things That Make Me Happy – Amy SchwartzĪ lovely, charming, rhyming list of things that make most of us happy. OLLI #14 (New Year’s Resolutions) THE INSPIRATION:Īs primary teachers prepare to mark the 100th day of school, I thought this lesson would be one way to mark the day by finding and spreading a little “happy” (x 100!) in your classroom! Mid winter blues, Covid, (will it ever end?) – we could all use a little happy in our lives! Finding joy in everyday things and demonstrating gratitude is something can all practice. OLLI #8 (I’m Talking DAD! – lesson for Father’s Day) OLLI #7 (All About Feelings – “Keep it! – Calm it! – Courage it!) OLLI #6– ( Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt) OLLI #5 – (WANTED: Criminals of the Animal Kingdom) Here is a list of the previous OLLI lessons and anchor books: Hello, everyone! Well, it’s mid-January and the January blues may be creeping in! Time for another OLLI and time to spread a little happy in your class! For those getting ready for 100th Day – this lesson will be a perfect fit! For those who aren’t – there is never a wrong time to focus on gratitude for simple things that bring us joy!
