'Moving Up a Year Group': KS1/KS2 Year 1 - 5 Transition Lesson Pack

This is a Lesson Pack designed to support with transition from one year to another, in particular Year 2 to Year 3. It has been designed to support all children in all year groups. For our Year 6/Primary 7 specific Lesson Pack, click here.
This session explores the different feelings linked to moving year groups, the similarities/differences linked to moving year group and several coping strategies for supporting with this transition.
How could this resource be used?
- To support with moving year groups.
- To support children to identify the similarities and differences linked to moving year groups.
- To encourage children to identify when they need further support for their mental health, both spotting warning signs in themselves and others.
Download the Lesson Pack below!
Relevant Curriculum Links:
England PSHE – Which statutory PSHE curriculum* objectives does this resource fall into? *in line with the PSHE Association 2021 Statutory Guidance.
KS1:
- H11. about different feelings that humans can experience.
- H12. how to recognise and name different feelings.
- H15. to recognise that not everyone feels the same at the same time, or feels the same about the same things.
- H19. to recognise when they need help with feelings; that it is important to ask for help with feelings; and how to ask for it.
- H27. about preparing to move to a new class/year group
KS2:
- H17. to recognise that feelings can change over time and range in intensity.
- H18. about everyday things that affect feelings and the importance of expressing feelings.
- H19. a varied vocabulary to use when talking about feelings; about how to express feelings in different ways.
- H20. strategies to respond to feelings, including intense or conflicting feelings; how to manage and respond to feelings appropriately and proportionately in different situations.
- H21. to recognise warning signs about mental health and wellbeing and how to seek support for themselves and others.
- H22. to recognise that anyone can experience mental ill health; that most difficulties can be resolved with help and support; and that it is important to discuss feelings with a trusted adult.
- H35. about the new opportunities and responsibilities that increasing independence may bring.
- H36. strategies to manage transitions between classes and key stages.
Scottish Health and Wellbeing Curriculum Outcome(s):
- Mental and Emotional Wellbeing:
- I am aware of and able to express my feelings and am developing the ability to talk about them. HWB 0-01a / HWB 1-01a / HWB 2-01a / HWB 3-01a / HWB 4-01a.
- I understand that there are people I can talk to and that there are a number of ways in which I can gain access to practical and emotional support to help me and others in a range of circumstances. HWB 0-03a / HWB 1-03a / HWB 2-03a / HWB 3-03a / HWB 4-03a.
- I understand the importance of mental wellbeing and that this can be fostered and strengthened through personal coping skills and positive relationships. I know that it is not always possible to enjoy good mental health and that if this happens there is support available. HWB 0-06a / HWB 1-06a / HWB 2-06a / HWB 3-06a / HWB 4-06a.
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