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Helping children recognise, celebrate, and remember joy

In this uplifting episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore the emotion of happiness—not just as a fleeting feeling, but as something we can notice, nurture, and revisit. Using the story of Mia and her Happy Jar, this lesson helps pupils reflect on the small joys in life, practise gratitude, and discover how remembering happy moments can build emotional strength.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode – A calming session featuring Mia’s story, where she learns how collecting joyful memories helps her feel better on difficult days. Full transcript included.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An engaging 8-page journal including personal reflections, gratitude tasks, drawing activities, and a step-by-step guide for creating a personal Happy Jar.

Teacher Guide – A detailed 12-page teaching guide with structured lesson planning, storytelling support, differentiation strategies, and reflective discussion prompts.

Key Themes:

Exploring what happiness feels like in the body and mind

Noticing small joyful moments in daily life

Using memory and gratitude to build emotional resilience

Sharing happiness with others to strengthen relationships

Ideal For:

PSHE lessons, emotional check-ins, or end-of-day reflections

Teachers seeking uplifting and meaningful wellbeing resources

Creating a positive, emotionally supportive learning environment

Learning Outcomes:

Pupils develop an awareness of how joy feels and when it occurs

Children learn how positive memories can support wellbeing

Reflective activities foster gratitude and present-moment awareness

The Happy Jar becomes a tangible tool for emotional comfort

With its focus on joy, connection, and resilience, Episode 4 helps children learn that happiness is not only something to feel—it’s something we can collect, share, and return to. A heartwarming addition to any emotional literacy curriculum.