Thanksgiving Gratitude STEM & Social Emotional Activities & Lesson Middle School

Are you searching for a Thanksgiving-themed science activity that resonates with middle school students on an emotional level? This SEL + Science Thanksgiving Activity combines the fun of hands-on experiments with the profound concepts of gratitude and instant gratification, making it an unforgettable learning experience. This versatile lesson is ideal for students in public and private schools, homeschooling environments, scout troops, and friendship circles.

What's Inside:

• Marshmallow Roasting Experiment: A delightful, interactive activity where students roast marshmallows while diving into discussions about instant gratification and gratefulness.
• Marshmallow Expansion Experiment: This activity explores the principles of balanced and unbalanced forces with marshmallow expansion. It's a hands-on way to bring physics concepts to life!
• Gratitude vs. Gratification Discussion: An insightful discussion session that encourages students to reflect on the concepts of gratitude and gratification, linking them to everyday experiences and the science activities they've just completed.

Why You and Your Students Will Love This:

• Integrates STEM with Social-Emotional Learning: Combines scientific principles with important life lessons, fostering both intellectual and emotional growth.
• Promotes Group Interaction: Ideal for group settings, encouraging teamwork, communication, and shared learning experiences.
• Comprehensive and Easy-to-Follow: Detailed instructions and discussion guides included, ensuring a smooth and engaging educational experience.

Bring a Unique Twist to Your Thanksgiving Lessons! Marshmallow Gratitude activity is more than just a science lesson; it's an opportunity to teach valuable life lessons in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for sparking curiosity and encouraging thoughtful discussions among middle school students.

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What educators are saying...

"This was a great activity to do just before Thanksgiving break. My students loved doing this, and I loved the comparative discussion of gratitude and gratification. The only glitch was that several students complained of a chemically taste from the candles even though I bought unscented ones."
— Benetta W. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


"THIS WAS SO MUCH FUN! I used it not only in class but also for our kids at our church. My students thought roasting marshmallows inside at their desk was the coolest. Plus it connected with our gratitude chapter so well."
— Heather W. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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