Begin the new year with a two-part activity that asks class members to formulate a resolution and to write about someone or something they are proud of. These statements are then attached to a snowflake and a mandala which they decorate.

Concepts

new year's resolutions, resolutions, appreciation, snowflakes

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Post the snowflakes and mandalas about the room with the resolutions and essays attached
• Have class members keep a copy of their resolutions in their writing binder and check their progress from time to time

Classroom Considerations

• Provide an alternative for students whose families are opposed to New Year's resolutions

Pros

• Includes templates for snowflakes and mandalas

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.6.2.a W.7.2.a W.8.2.a W.9-10.2.a W.11-12.2.a