What is Gratitude?
Course Overview 
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Emotional Benefits: Understand how gratitude boosts mood and overall well-being.
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Gratitude Principles: Apply the four principles of gratitude to enhance practices and relationships.
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Expressive Actions: Learn the positive effects of expressing gratitude through actions and kindness.
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Resilience Techniques: Explore methods to find positives in challenges, boosting resilience.
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Gratitude Reflection: Reflect on gratitude experiences and set goals for daily practice integration.
Course Badges
Gratitude unlocks happiness. These badges show your shift toward appreciation, empathy, and the powerful habit of recognizing the good.

Rose Dragon – The Appreciator
This badge honors those who see beauty in the everyday and value small kindnesses. It reflects a heart open to gratitude.
Earn this badge by completing module 1 of this course.

Bumble Bear – The Thanker
This badge is for those who give thanks out loud. It recognizes action-driven appreciation—in words, deeds, and little acts of love.
Earn this badge by completing module 2 of this course.

Blue Jay – The Uplifter
This badge is earned by those who lift voices, cheer on others, and say what needs to be heard. It celebrates outward gratitude.
Earn this badge by completing module 3 of this course.

Sapphire Turtle – The Grounded
This badge represents learners who walk slow, see deep, and thank often. It’s about holding onto gratitude—even when storms hit.
Earn this badge by completing module 4 of this course.
Meet the Course Creator,
Kerry Wadsley
Following a degree in Elementary Education at Penn State (USA), I taught at The Elms School, UK for over 10 years, teaching students from 0-11 years. I taught in Key Stage 2 as well as being the Special Educational Needs Coordinator at the school. In 2016, I gained a Master’s in Education from the University of Nottingham (UK). My passion lies in helping students to achieve their potential and eliminating any barriers to learning.
