Lesson Plan
Memory Lane Mixer Lesson Plan
Facilitate a celebratory, hands-on reflection where 5th graders share memories from elementary school, create personalized keepsakes, and build excitement for middle school transition.
Reflecting on achievements and challenges boosts self-esteem, strengthens peer bonds in small groups, and eases anxiety about upcoming middle school changes.
Audience
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Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Icebreaker
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Reflection
10 minutes
Step 3
Keepsake Creation
10 minutes
Step 4
Closing Celebration
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Memory Lane Mixer
Welcome & Icebreaker
Guided Reflection
Sample Reflection Prompts
Keepsake Creation
Closing Celebration
Next Adventure Awaits!

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