Bloom On Slides
Visual presentation to guide a transition lesson for young learners. NOW UPDATED to reference the book "Last Day Blues" and include sections on normalizing complex feelings and a reflection activity.
Sprout Story Script
A teacher's read-aloud script for an original story about a sprout outgrowing its pot. The story serves as a metaphor for transitioning to a new grade, featuring pausing points for class discussion.
Garden Memories Worksheet
A drawing-based reflection worksheet for students to document their favorite memory from the current year and something they are excited about for the next grade level. Designed with large work areas and primary-ruled lines for young learners.
Feeling Garden Cards
A set of four printable feeling cards (Excited, Sad, Nervous, Proud) for young students to use as visual aids during the transition lesson. Designed to be cut out and used as popsicle stick puppets.
Garden Pacing Guide
A comprehensive teacher's lesson guide for the garden-themed transition lesson. Includes a 40-minute pacing guide, instructional objectives, material lists, and facilitation tips for managing student emotions. NOW UPDATED with physical book recommendations.
Last Day Blues Guide
A teacher's discussion guide for the book "Last Day Blues" by Julie Danneberg. Includes pre-reading, during-reading, and post-reading questions to help students process transition emotions.
