| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Philosophy |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| What topic | Envy |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Welcome, everyone! Today, we are going to explore a feeling that many people experience at some point in their lives: envy. But instead of thinking of it as something negative, we will look at it through the lens of philosophy.
Gather around in a circle on the floor. I have brought a special jar today. This jar is called the Envy Jar!
I want each of you to think of something that you have seen someone else have or do that made you feel a little envious. Maybe it was a friend's cool new toy, or how someone can do a handstand when you can't.
But instead of saying it out loud, I want you to imagine putting that feeling of envy into the jar. You can even pretend to toss in a piece of paper that says what you are feeling.
After everyone has had a turn, let’s talk about what we put in the Envy Jar.
Now that we have our feelings collected in the jar, let's dive deeper into the concept of envy. In philosophy, we often ask:
By the end of this lesson, we'll discover not just what envy is, but also how we can understand and use those feelings in a positive way. So, let's dust off our thinking caps and explore the world of envy together!
Remember, everyone experiences envy at times; what matters is how we choose to respond to it and what we learn from it. Let's get started!