I’ve Grown This-Year - End of Year Writing Prompt

Celebrate the progress, the milestones, and the memorable moments with How I’ve Grown This Year, an end-of-year writing and drawing prompt that encourages students to reflect on their personal growth (and not just in shoe size). Whether they’ve mastered multiplication, made a new friend, or learned to raise their hand before blurting out, this activity gives them space to recognize how far they’ve come.

This resource includes a writing section where students can describe their biggest accomplishments and a drawing space to illustrate their growth, literally or figuratively. Expect a mix of heartwarming insights and classic kid humor like, “I grew because I ate my broccoli once.”

Ways to Use:

• Reflective writing activity for the end of the year

• Memory book or student portfolio addition

• Great for student-led conferences or report card comments

• Display on bulletin boards for a growth mindset theme

• Fun, quiet time assignment during a busy week

Advantages:

• Promotes self-reflection and confidence

• Highlights academic, social, and emotional growth

• Encourages creative thinking through writing and art

• Easy to prep and engaging for all learners

• Provides a keepsake to celebrate the year’s journey

Pdf file includes 2 pages.

Enjoy!