Start the new year with meaningful reflection and goal setting! In this Word of the Year activity, students choose one word that represents a personal goal or focus for the year and write 1–2 sentences explaining why they chose it. This simple, low-prep activity encourages self-reflection, growth mindset, and SEL skills while supporting writing practice in a student-friendly way. What’s Included: A kid-friendly Word of the Year writing page 2026-2028 A student word bank with age-appropriate o