Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will celebrate their 2nd grade achievements by recalling favorite memories, sharing with peers, and reflecting on milestones to foster positive closure and excitement for 3rd grade.
Ending the school year on a celebratory note helps students process change, recognize their growth, and build confidence as they transition to the next grade.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction Activity
5 minutes
Step 2
Reading and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Reflection
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Our Favorite Moments
Let’s Remember Together
Year-in-Review Story
Your Top 3 Memories
Sharing Our Memories
Great Job, Everyone!
Script
Reading
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will process feelings about saying goodbye to special people and places from 2nd grade by sharing memories, reading a farewell story, and reflecting through drawing and writing to foster closure and a positive outlook for 3rd grade.
Acknowledging and expressing emotions around goodbyes builds resilience, supports healthy transitions, and helps students feel ready for the next school year.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Environment
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Reading and Reflection
10 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Memory Wall
5 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Saying Goodbye
A Farewell Story
Goodbye Reflections
Moving Forward
Script
Reading
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Students will build confidence for 3rd grade by identifying personal strengths, setting achievable goals, and sharing plans with peers to foster self-assurance and excitement.
Recognizing strengths and planning next steps empowers students, eases transition anxiety, and promotes a growth mindset as they enter a new grade.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Inspirational Reading & Reflection
8 minutes
Step 3
Goal-Setting Worksheet
8 minutes
Step 4
Peer Share Activity
5 minutes
Step 5
Closing Pep Talk
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Our Strengths
Inspiration Story
Set Your Goals
You’ve Got This!
Script
Reading
Worksheet
