Six Reflective and Positive Transitions Activities for Children

Navigating transitions between year groups can be a challenging experience for children. To support educators in facilitating smoother and more positive transitions, we have created six fun downloadable activities as part of our Transitions Resource Bundle. This downloadable resource features six thoughtfully designed printable activities that help children reflect, think positively, and prepare for change.

About This Resource

This resource includes six engaging activities that promote reflection, positive thinking, and excitement for the future. These activities are designed to help children understand and embrace change, making their transition to a new year group more comfortable and enjoyable.

Activities Include

1. My Year Cloud:
   • Description: Create a cloud filled with all the words and things you have learned over the past year.
   • Purpose: Encourages reflection on achievements and growth.
2. Finding My Feet:
   • Description: Write down strategies and actions that will help you feel comfortable and confident in your new class.
   • Purpose: Helps children think proactively about adjusting to a new environment.
3. Waving Goodbye:
   • Description: Reflect on what you are leaving behind this year and consider the changes that are coming.
   • Purpose: Acknowledges the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, aiding emotional processing.
4. What Will Change?
   • Description: Write down what will change and what will stay the same on a butterfly template, symbolising transformation.
   • Purpose: Normalises change and highlights continuity, reducing anxiety.
5. A Positive Light:
   • Description: Focus on the positive aspects of change and think about the good things that will happen.
   • Purpose: Encourages a positive mindset towards transitions.
6. Looking Forward:
   • Description: Write down the things you are excited about in the coming year on our glasses template.
   • Purpose: Builds anticipation and excitement for the future.

Benefits

• Encourages Reflection: Helps children look back on their past experiences and recognise their growth.
• Promotes Positive Thinking: Shifts the focus from what could go wrong to the positive aspects of change.
• Facilitates Emotional Processing: Allows children to acknowledge and process their feelings about transitions.
• Supports Proactive Adjustment: Empowers children to think about practical ways to feel more comfortable in new situations.
• Builds Excitement for the Future: Encourages children to look forward to new experiences and opportunities.

How to Use

1. Download and Print: Download the Transitions Resource Bundle and print the activities.
2. Introduce Activities: Choose an activity - or use them all! Discuss each activity with the children, explaining its purpose and how to complete it.
3. Facilitate Discussions: Use the activities as starting points for group discussions about change and transitions.
4. Encourage Reflection: Give children time to think and reflect as they complete each activity.
5. Share and Celebrate: Allow children to share their completed activities and celebrate their reflections and positive thoughts.

The Transitions Resource Bundle is an essential tool for educators looking to support children through the often challenging process of transitioning between year groups. With six engaging and reflective activities, this resource helps children embrace change with positivity and confidence. Download our fun transitions resources today and create a smoother, happier transition experience for your children.