Where can happiness begin? From a smile, a thank you, or a moment of being yourself in a group? For HASians at Kim Lien campus, this question wasn’t just for contemplation, but was answered through vivid, authentic experiences during an emotionally charged day of learning outside of school.
Through the learning activity “How to be truly happy every day?”, students gradually discovered the “pieces” that make up happiness present in the simple things of everyday life. Each “stop” is a slice of happiness – where students not only experience, but also feel, reflect, and spread positive values.
– Station 1 – Positive Emotions: From familiar photos in the classroom and daily life, each group together selected, decorated, and completed picture frames with their own unique touch. The children learned to name their joys.
– Station 2 – Enthusiastic Participation: The lively atmosphere of the team-building activities brought bursts of laughter and a strong sense of teamwork. Students fully immersed themselves, feeling the joy of connection.
– Station 3 – Positive Relationships: Small, charming bookmarks became a “bridge” of love as each student wrote heartfelt wishes, thank-you notes, or messages to those they cherish.
– Station 4 – Meaning: Each group of students created and decorated t-shirts with messages about friendship, joy, and sharing. In particular, the completed products were donated to students with disabilities who are facing difficult circumstances. Through this, the children understand that happiness is not just about receiving, but also about giving.
– Station 5 – Achievement: Each student writes down something that made them happy, proud, or a good deed they performed that day, then attaches it to the class’s shared “happiness tree.” Each small leaf combines to form a large picture – where every effort is recognized and appreciated.
It doesn’t need to be grand; daily happiness is created from how we feel, connect, and act. And at the Kim Lien campus, HASians have found the answer themselves through genuine, relatable, yet meaningful experiences.
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