Lesson Plan
Looking Back, Leaping Forward
Students will reflect on their 3rd grade accomplishments and set personal goals for 4th grade through a fun, collaborative chart activity and individual journaling.
This lesson boosts self-awareness, celebrates past successes, and builds optimism by helping students recognize growth and envision their future goals.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Celebrate & Share
5 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity: Group Goal Mapping
15 minutes
Step 3
Individual Reflection Journal
7 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Share & Cheer
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Looking Back Year-in-Review
Fun 3rd Grade Highlights
Warm-Up: Celebrate & Share
Group Goal Mapping
Gallery Walk
Individual Reflection Journal
Leaping into 4th Grade!

Journal

