Looking for a meaningful, creative, and inclusive lesson to celebrate Mother’s Day with your secondary students? This one-hour session is perfect for KS3 and KS4 and focuses on developing gratitude, emotional intelligence, and reflective writing skills.

In this engaging and thoughtful lesson, students will:

• Learn about the UK origins of Mothering Sunday
• Explore the benefits of gratitude for emotional wellbeing
• Reflect on the people in their lives who offer care and support
• Choose from a range of creative tasks to express appreciation, including letter writing, poetry, card design, and more
• Consider alternative perspectives for students who may not have a traditional mother figure

This resource includes:

A full lesson presentation
Flexible, inclusive task options for diverse family contexts
A focus on social-emotional learning (SEL) and student voice

Perfect for English, PSHE, form time, or wellbeing weeks, this resource can be used as a standalone lesson or as part of a wider creative writing or emotional literacy unit.

Why teachers love it:

• Ready-to-teach with clear structure and creative flexibility
• Supports mental health and wellbeing
• Encourages personal reflection and meaningful connection
• Give your students the chance to express themselves, build empathy, and reflect on the power of care this Mother’s Day.

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