# Lesson 240: Class celebration day

❤️ SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (40 Lessons) • 🟠 E. Growing Together

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## Objective

I can join a simple class celebration day, share my SEL wins, and use kind words to thank others.

## Materials

- Plain paper or a notebook page
- Crayons or colored pencils
- Optional: small stickers or stars for "thank you" notes

## Mini-lesson — What is a class celebration day?

A class celebration day is a time to notice what we learned together and to say thank you in kind, calm ways.

Looking back

- We remember SEL tools like feelings words, calm breathing, kindness, problem-solving, and trying again.
- We think of small wins, like using a calm tool or sharing kindly.

Thanking others

- We can say "Thank you" to classmates, teachers, and family for helping us learn.
- We can notice when someone was a good friend or a helpful adult.

Kind celebrations

- We can clap once or twice for everyone, not just one person.
- We can say things like "We did this together" or "We all tried".
- We do not shout at others or leave them out.

Sharing SEL wins

- We can share a time we used a calm tool or kind words.
- We can share when we asked for help or tried again after a mistake.
- We listen to others without laughing at them.

Looking forward

- We can choose one SEL tool we want to keep using next year.
- We can remember that our class grew together.
- We can feel proud that we kept trying.

Adults can say: "Today we celebrate our class. We will notice how we grew and thank each other with kind words and calm voices."

Picture strip: "Class circle of thanks"

## Guided Practice — Circle of thanks

You and an adult will lead a simple "circle of thanks" to close the year.

1. Sit in a circle (or side by side at home). Explain that everyone will have a turn, but it is okay to pass.
2. Choose a small item to be a "talking object" (for example, a soft toy). The person holding it may speak or pass.
3. When it is your turn, share one SEL win from the year (for example, "I used calm breaths" or "I was kind to a new friend").
4. Then say "thank you" to someone in the circle (for example, "Thank you for helping me").
5. Pass the talking object around the circle until everyone has had a chance to share or pass.
6. After the circle, lead one class cheer: a quiet clap, a wave, or a gentle "We did it" together.
7. End by saying a simple sentence like: "We are thankful for our SEL tools and for each other."

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## Practice — My class celebration page

Use this practice to help your child remember good moments from the class and say thank you.

1. On a new page, write or trace the title "Class celebration day" at the top.
2. Draw a simple picture of your class (or family group at home) enjoying a calm celebration.
3. Under the picture, draw or write one SEL win from this year (for example, "I used calm breaths" or "I was kind to a new friend").
4. Next, draw or write one person you want to thank (for example, a teacher, friend, or family member) and what you thank them for.
5. Add small stars or hearts around the page as "celebration" marks.
6. Read the page together and say sentences like: "We are thankful for our class." and "We learned and grew together."
7. Keep the page in a safe place, such as a folder or display wall, as a memory of this SEL year.

## Quick Check — Class celebration day

Answer each question about celebrating together, thanking others, and using SEL tools.

1) What is one goal of a class celebration day?

To shout and make others feel bad. To notice what the class learned and say thank you. To forget everything from the year.
Class celebrations help us remember learning and show gratitude.

2) Which is a kind thank you sentence?

"You did nothing for me." "You should thank me only." "Thank you for helping me this year."
Kind words show that we notice someone's help.

3) During a circle of thanks, what can you do if you are not ready to speak?

Hold the talking object and gently pass. Run out of the room. Shout so no one else can talk.
It is okay to pass and stay part of the circle.

4) Which is a good class cheer for celebration day?

Screaming loudly at one person. A quiet clap or gentle "We did it" for everyone. Saying "Only I did well".
Kind celebrations include the whole group.

5) You remember a time you used a calm tool this year. What can you do in the celebration?

Decide it does not count. Laugh at yourself for trying. Share it as an SEL win that you are proud of.
Calm tools are important wins to notice.

6) Who can you thank on class celebration day?

Classmates, teachers, helpers, or family members. Only yourself. No one at all.
Many people help us learn and grow.

7) Someone is shy during the circle of thanks. What is a kind choice?

Laugh because they are quiet. Let them pass and keep the circle gentle and safe. Tell them they must speak loudly.
Class celebrations feel safe when we respect each person.

8) What can you do if you feel big feelings during the celebration?

Yell at others. Hide all your feelings and say nothing. Use a calm tool and tell a trusted adult how you feel.
SEL tools still help on celebration days.

9) Which sentence shows gratitude for your class?

"I am glad we learned together this year." "I wish no one else was here." "I do not care about our class."
Gratitude is feeling thankful for people and moments.

10) What is one big goal of this lesson?

To forget all your SEL tools. To celebrate your class kindly and remember SEL wins. To make you feel bad about mistakes.
We want to end the year with kindness, gratitude, and hope.

## Assessment (parent/teacher)

Student can explain in simple words what a class celebration day is. Student can share at least one SEL win from the year. Student can give an example of a kind thank-you sentence. Student shows understanding that everyone in the class helped learning in some way. Student can name one SEL tool they plan to keep using in the future.

## Exit ticket (student)

😀 I feel thankful and proud of our class. 🙂 I feel thankful, but I still need practice sharing my wins. 😅 Class celebrations still feel tricky for me.

#### Next time I will practise…

Saying "thank you" to someone Sharing one SEL win Using a calm tool when feelings are big
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