Volunteers to facilitate students to follow the steps. Students to finish each part within the given time. You have 30 min to finish the activity.
Step 1: Students to take turn to read the 3 parts of the story aloud (3 min)
Title: A Thank You Dinner
Maria from Mexico, Ahmed from Egypt, and Mei from China were studying in a foreign country. They lived with different foster families who took care of them like their own children. One day, they planned a small dinner to thank their foster parents. They cooked dishes from their home countries and invited their host families.
When everyone sat down, Maria stood up and said, “Thank you, Mama Linda. You helped me when I missed home. You made me feel safe.”
Ahmed smiled and added, “Uncle John, you taught me how to ride a bike again! I will never forget your kindness.”
Mei looked at her foster mother and said softly, “Auntie Rose, you listened to me when I was sad. You gave me warm tea and hugs.”
The room was quiet for a moment, then filled with claps and happy tears. Mama Linda said, “You are family to us. We are proud of you.” That night, they laughed, ate, and took many photos. It was a night full of love and gratitude.
Step 2: Students to answer Question 1 and 2 (3 min)
- What did the students do to thank their foster parents?
- How did each student express their thanks during the dinner?
Step 3: Students to discuss Questions 3 and 4 (10 min)
- If you were living in another country, what kind of support would you hope to receive?
- What is one way you can show kindness to someone who feels far from home?
Step 4: Students to read the quotes together and discuss Question 5 (7 min)
“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
– William Arthur Ward
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Jesus.”
– the Book of Wisdom
5. Do you agree with the quotes? Why or why not?