Introduction: Begin the lesson by asking students what they think happiness is and what makes them happy. Explain that today’s lesson will be based on the eighth chapter of the book “Tuesday with Morrie” by Mitch Albom, which explores the topic of happiness.

Lesson Outline: 1. Read and discuss the eighth chapter of “Tuesday with Morrie” as a class. 2. Watch the TED Talk “The Surprising Science of Happiness” by Dan Gilbert and discuss the main points. 3. Complete the worksheet “Happiness Habits” to identify personal habits that contribute to happiness. 4. Break into small groups and discuss the following questions: - What are some common misconceptions about happiness? - How can we cultivate happiness in our daily lives? - What role does gratitude play in happiness? 5. Come back together as a class and share group discussions. 6. Watch the video “The Science of Happiness - An Experiment in Gratitude” and discuss the impact of gratitude on happiness. 7. Complete a reflection activity where students write about one thing they are grateful for and how it contributes to their happiness.

Questioning: - What is happiness? - How can we cultivate happiness in our daily lives? - What role does gratitude play in happiness? - What are some common misconceptions about happiness?

Assessment: Assess students’ understanding of the topic through their participation in group discussions and completion of the worksheet and reflection activity.

Differentiation: Provide additional resources for students who may need extra support or challenge, such as articles on the topic of happiness or additional TED Talks.

Plenary: End the lesson by asking students to share one thing they learned about happiness and how they plan to incorporate it into their daily lives.