'Moving Up a Year Group: What Will Change?' Same vs. Difference Sorting Activity

When you move into your new Year Group, what will be the same and what will be different?
You can also download our 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 pack 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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