Lesson Plan

Year in Review Lesson Plan

Students will reflect on their growth, memories, and achievements from the school year, articulate what they’re grateful for, and set one goal for the coming year using guided prompts.

Reflecting on accomplishments and challenges fosters self-awareness, gratitude, and goal-setting skills. This end-of-year exercise helps students recognize their growth and plan for continued success, supporting emotional and academic development.

Audience

6th Grade Students

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Guided individual reflection followed by peer sharing and class discussion.

Materials

Year in Review Reflection Worksheet, Sticky Notes, Pencils or Pens, and Whiteboard and Markers

Prep

Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Print one copy of the Year in Review Reflection Worksheet for each student
Gather enough sticky notes so each student can write a memory
Ensure pencils or pens are available for every student
Prepare the whiteboard and markers for class share
Review the Year in Review Reflection Worksheet prompts to familiarize yourself

Step 1

Warm-Up

2 minutes

Welcome students and explain the purpose: celebrating growth and setting new goals
Prompt students to think of a favorite memory from this year
Distribute one sticky note each and have them write that memory and post it on the board

Step 2

Individual Reflection

6 minutes

Hand out the Year in Review Reflection Worksheet
Students complete prompts:
- My biggest accomplishment this year
- A challenge I overcame
- Something I’m grateful for
- One goal for next year
Circulate to support students as needed

Step 3

Pair Share

4 minutes

Have students pair up with a classmate
Each shares one reflection from their worksheet
Partners listen and ask one follow-up question
Encourage positive feedback and encouragement

Step 4

Class Share & Wrap-Up

3 minutes

Invite 2–3 volunteers to share their goal for next year
Record goals on the whiteboard to inspire others
Thank students for reflecting and encourage them to keep their worksheets over the summer

Worksheet

Year in Review Reflection Worksheet

Name: _________________________ Date: _______________

Take a few minutes to reflect on your school year. Use the space provided to write your thoughts. There are no right or wrong answers—just honest reflections!

1. My favorite memory from this year:

2. My biggest accomplishment this year:

3. A challenge I overcame and how I did it:

4. Something I’m grateful for this year:

5. One goal I have for next year:

6. One thing I learned about myself through all of this:

Great work reflecting on your year! Keep this worksheet as a reminder of how far you’ve come and as inspiration for next year’s goals.

Year in Review

malane