Looking for an easy and engaging way to bring gratitude into your classroom? Try the Gratitude M&M Game! This simple activity sparks reflection and conversation while making gratitude a little more sweet.
How It Works:
Students randomly grab two or three M&Ms (or Skittles for the chocolate-averse). Each color represents a different category of gratitude. Based on the colors they receive, they’ll share something they’re thankful for in that category.
Color Guide:
🔴 Red – A person you are grateful for (friend, family, teacher, coach, etc.)
🟠 Orange – A place you are grateful for (home, park, vacation spot, favorite store)
🟡 Yellow – A food you love (your go-to comfort food, snack, or meal)
🟢 Green – An experience you’re thankful for (a fun trip, a holiday, a great memory)
🔵 Blue – An item you appreciate (a book, a gift, a favorite hoodie, technology)
🟣 Purple – A personal strength you’re grateful for (kindness, creativity, determination)
How to Play:
- Distribute M&Ms – Have students randomly grab two or three M&Ms. (No trading!)
- Match to Categories – Use the color guide to determine what they’ll share.
- Reflect & Share – Go around the room and have students share their gratitude based on their colors. This can be done in pairs, small groups, or as a whole class.
Optional Twist: If you want to make it even more engaging, allow students to trade one M&M with a neighbor for a category they’re excited to share about!
Why It Works:
- Encourages gratitude in a fun, low-pressure way
- Builds classroom community through sharing
- Gives students a structured way to reflect on the positives in their lives
- Try it out and bring some gratitude into your classroom this week.
What’s one thing you’re grateful for today?
-Edtomorrow Team