Crew Compass Activity
Crew Compass Activity
Welcome Back Social Work Group • 4th Grade Circle
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Welcome to our group circle! This is a safe space where your voice and feelings matter. Take a moment to reflect on your summer, connect with your crew, and check in on how you're feeling.
Part 1
Summer Snapshot & Belonging
1. ☀️ Summer Snapshot: One memory, chill moment, or favorite activity from your summer break: (e.g., game, trip, quiet day, favorite snack)
2. 🤝 What helps you feel welcome and included in our group? (Check all that fit you)
When people listen to my ideas
When someone invites me to sit or join in
Having quiet time when I feel tired
Getting kind words or encouragement
3. ⭐ My Crew Spark: One strength, hobby, or kind action you bring to our group this year:
Part 2
Feelings Weather Station
How does switching from summer back into 4th grade feel? (Circle 1–2 that match)
🌟 Excited
💭 Curious
🦋 Nervous
😴 Tired
🌊 Overwhelmed
🛡️ Ready
Where does your body feel big emotions? (Check body clues you notice)
Fast heartbeat
Butterflies in tummy
Tight shoulders
Racing thoughts
Right now, one word for my school weather forecast is:
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My Coping Kit & 4th Grade Horizon
Strategies That Anchor Me • Goals That Inspire Me
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Part 3
Feelings & Coping Toolkit
Pick at least 3 coping strategies you want to keep in your personal reset toolkit this year:
5-Finger Breathing
Trace fingers slowly while breathing in and out
Sensory 5-4-3-2-1
Spot things you can see, touch, hear, smell
Water & Cool Down
Take cold sips and wash hands or splash face
Positive Self-Talk
"I can take this one step at a time."
Draw or Journal
Get big thoughts onto paper with doodles
Talk to a Safe Person
Share with social worker, counselor, or teacher
My #1 go-to strategy when I feel overwhelmed:
Two trusted people I can reach out to at school:
Part 4
4th Grade Horizon Goals
🎯 Personal / Social Goal (How I want to grow with feelings, friends, or confidence):
📚 Academic / School Goal (A learning habit or subject I want to do my best in):
👣 One small step I can take this week toward my goal:
Our Group Circle Agreement
"In our group, we respect each other's feelings, practice active listening, give everyone space to speak or pass, and protect each other's privacy by keeping what is shared in our circle."
My Crew Signature:
Ready for an awesome year!
Crew Compass • Page 2 of 2 Keep this in your group folder to revisit our goals & tools!