Back to School SEL 10-Worksheet Bundle – Helping Kids Transition After Summer

The Complete Toolkit for Emotional Regulation, Friendship Skills & Confidence at the Start of the School Year

Returning to school after the summer holidays can be exciting for some children and overwhelming for others. New teachers, different routines, shifting friendships, and the pressure of starting fresh often bring up big emotions. Without structured support, many students may feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure of themselves. This Back to School SEL Bundle provides 10 ready-to-use worksheets that guide children step by step through the transition, helping them process their feelings, reconnect with peers, and build the skills they need for a positive year ahead.

Designed for teachers, counsellors, and parents, each worksheet combines engaging activities with evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies. With drawing, writing, and practical coping tools, kids not only reflect on their experiences but also practise skills they can use every day.

What’s Inside the Bundle?

✔ Lesson 1 – First Day Feelings: Helps students recognise and share emotions on the first day back.
✔ Lesson 2 – Summer Highlights: Encourages reflection on positive holiday memories to ease the transition.
✔ Lesson 3 – My School Year Goals: Guides children in setting achievable goals with a step-by-step ladder.
✔ Lesson 4 – Belonging in the Classroom: Teaches inclusion and kindness through real-life scenarios.
✔ Lesson 5 – Handling Worries: Provides tools like the “Worry Box” to manage school-related anxiety.
✔ Lesson 6 – Friendship Builders: Explores the qualities of good friendships and daily acts of kindness.
✔ Lesson 7 – Back Into Routine: Supports organisation and independence with a visual schedule.
✔ Lesson 8 – Celebrating Strengths: Builds confidence by helping students identify and share strengths.
✔ Lesson 9 – Growth Mindset: Teaches kids to reframe mistakes as learning opportunities.
✔ Lesson 10 – Looking Ahead: Inspires optimism with a vision map and goal-setting exercises.

Why Teachers & Counsellors Love This Bundle

✔ Covers Key SEL Themes – Emotions, resilience, friendship, belonging, routines, and growth mindset all in one pack.
✔ Consistent Format – Each worksheet follows the same structure: introduction, interactive activity, take-home coping skill, and mini message for easy use.
✔ Low-Prep & Flexible – Print-and-go design suitable for whole-class lessons, small groups, or one-to-one sessions.
✔ Builds a Positive Classroom Culture – Encourages kindness, inclusion, and confidence right from week one.
✔ Engaging for Kids – Activities mix drawing, writing, and reflection to keep children motivated.

Perfect for:

✔ Students aged 6–12 returning after summer holidays.
✔ Teachers running back-to-school activities, morning meetings, or SEL lessons.
✔ School counsellors & psychologists supporting children with transition stress or anxiety.
✔ Parents wanting structured at-home SEL resources to support wellbeing.

Format: Digital printable PDF (10 worksheets)
Use: Ideal for classrooms, counselling sessions, small groups, or at-home learning.