Children will learn about diversity, hear a story that reflects appreciation and acceptance of differences, and connect with a pen pal in another country through writing and drawing a letter.

Research shows that when we focus on things we are grateful for, we literally rewire our brains to focus on the positive. Help kids experience the joy of gratitude by creating trees that give thanks.

Children build a "Loving Kindness Garden" to represent what they have learned about love, mindfulness, and caring for others in community.

The power of gratitude is endless! Research shows that cultivating a gratitude practice can gratitude strengthen relationships, improve physical and emotional well-being, deepen empathy skills, and improve self-esteem. With such wide-spread benefits, how

Children reflect on ways they have cared for themselves, others, and the Earth before building a garden to share beauty with others in their community.