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Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break (for Middle School)

Kick off the semester with this 90-minute back-to-school or after-break icebreaker lesson plan designed just for middle schoolers! This ready-to-use SEL resource helps students reconnect, reflect, and reset while rebuilding classroom community and easing back into learning after time away.

What’s Included

  • Complete 90-minute lesson plan with pacing guide
  • Student worksheets (printable + optional digital format)
  • Structured reflection prompts and journaling activities
  • Goal-setting templates (academic, personal, and social)
  • Class contract creation and community-building exercises
  • “Letter to Future Me” activity
  • Teacher answer key + reflection guide for follow-up support
  • Differentiation tips for introverts, advanced learners, and students with difficult breaks

How It Works in the Classroom

Perfect for the first week back—whether it’s August or January!
Use this engaging SEL lesson during:

  • Advisory, homeroom, or morning meeting
  • Whole-group or small-group discussions
  • Print or digital hybrid classrooms
  • Counselor-led community circles or classroom reset days

Standards & Learning Goals

Students will:

  • Reconnect with peers and rebuild community
  • Reflect on personal growth and set meaningful goals
  • Strengthen communication, collaboration, and empathy
  • Transition from vacation mindset to learning mindset
  • Establish positive habits and classroom culture for success

Why Teachers Love It

  • No prep required—print and go!
  • Developmentally appropriate for grades 6–8
  • Fits perfectly into a single 90-minute block or can be split into shorter sessions
  • Meaningful discussions and low-stakes sharing build trust and engagement
  • Differentiation built-in for diverse needs and comfort levels

Help your middle schoolers start strong, whether it’s the first day of school or the first day back from break.

Reconnect, reflect, and rebuild community with this all-in-one SEL icebreaker bundle!

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Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break - 3 Lesson Pack

**Back to School Icebreakers Bundle | After Winter Break Activities for Elementary, Middle & High School** Start the new semester strong with this Back to School Icebreakers after Winter Break bundle for elementary, middle, and high school students. These engaging, ready-to-use activities help rebuild classroom community, spark conversation, and ease students back into learning mode. Perfect for January reset days, post-holiday transitions, and first-day-back lesson plans. **What’s Included** This bundle includes differentiated icebreaker resources for: • Elementary School – Back to School Icebreakers After Winter Break • Middle School – Back to School Icebreakers After Winter Break • High School – Back to School Icebreakers After Winter Break Each resource features: • Structured icebreaker activities • Reflection prompts • Writing or discussion questions • Community-building exercises • Easy-to-follow teacher directions Print-and-go or assign digitally. **How It Works in the Classroom** This after winter break icebreakers bundle is perfect for: • First day back in January • Classroom community building • Advisory or homeroom • Morning work • Small group discussions • SEL-focused lessons Students reflect on winter break experiences, set goals for the new semester, and reconnect with classmates through structured conversation and writing tasks. Low prep. High engagement. Age-appropriate for every level. **Standards & Learning Goals** Students will: • Practice speaking and listening skills • Strengthen written reflection • Set academic and personal goals • Rebuild classroom relationships • Engage in meaningful peer discussion Supports ELA speaking & listening standards, writing skills, and social-emotional learning goals. **Why Teachers Love It** * Differentiated for elementary, middle, and high school * Eases the post-break transition * Builds positive classroom culture * Encourages student voice * Minimal prep required * Perfect for January lesson plans This Back to School after Winter Break icebreaker bundle helps you avoid awkward first-day-back energy and jumpstart a productive new semester. Download today and make your January reset smooth, engaging, and community-focused

$9.00

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