Lesson Plan
Bridging to Middle School Lesson Plan
Students will identify common challenges of transitioning to middle school, collaboratively develop strategies to address them, and build confidence through peer support exercises.
This lesson empowers 4th graders to voice their concerns about middle school, practice problem-solving, and form peer connections, reducing anxiety and fostering readiness.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Challenge Brainstorm
10 minutes
Step 3
Strategy Development
10 minutes
Step 4
Wrap-Up & Reflection
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Bridging to Middle School
What Do You Know or Feel?
Brainstorm Challenges
Develop Strategies
Wrap-Up & Reflection

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