This is a reflection activity on how the student is doing with support and connection.
Objectives
- Cognitive: Students will be able to identify two areas in which they feel supported (stars) and one area in which they could use more support (wish).
- Affective: Students will feel supported and empowered to express needs and wants.
Materials
Journals (sticky notes), writing utensils; optional: music (background)
Exercises
Time | Activity | Notes |
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2 min | Explain that we will reflect on the amount of support that we currently have/need/want. This activity is a quick way of checking in. | Remind students that each individual has different needs. |
5 min | Have students journal two things that they felt supported on (stars) and one thing they wish they could get help with (wish).
Optional: Students can put two stars and the wish on sticky notes or in another creative form on the wall. Students can then do a gallery walk and offer suggestions to each other. |
Encourage honesty and kindness (to themselves and to others).
Encourage students to think outside the academic realm. (relationships, family, extracurricular, health, organization) |
3 min | Wrap up the activity by encouraging students to ask for support.
Optional: Have class brainstorm ideas to seek out support. OR you could use this activity as a starting point to then reach consensus on a couple of important wishes to turn into actions. These actions could be taken beyond the scope of this particular class with teacher buy-in. |
Highlight self-awareness and taking proactive steps.
Optional: Change this activity to “two stars and a wish” to highlight what you love and what you wish for” and put what you love on paper hearts. |
Teacher Reflection
How did you feel after the activity? Did students participate and seem engaged? Remember to ask the students to share their feedback on the activity: What went well? What suggestions do they have for making the activity better? Think about what you might do differently next time.
Emotional Intelligence Tips
- Ensure all students have equal chance to share
- Encourage students to be respectful, open, and reserve judgment
- Approach with curiosity