Believe it or not, 2024 is almost here! And whether or not you are a resolutions person, we think you’ll love our free 2024 New Year Goals template. It features four simple prompts to help adults and kids alike think about their plans for the year.
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Use our New Year Goals template for kids as a first activity when you’re back from winter break
It’s hard to think about lesson planning in January, but this activity is an easy and meaningful way to get kids thinking and writing when you return from winter break. Pro tip: Save, print, and copy the template now so you’re ready to go when you’re back.
Also try this activity with your own kids or at a family gathering
Maybe you want to do it as a family so you can keep track of your shared goals! Either way, it’s fun to discuss and compare your hopes and dreams for the new year together.
Benefits of setting New Year Goals
Setting New Year’s goals is like giving yourself a roadmap for the year, and it’s awesome for a bunch of reasons:
- Clarity and focus: Imagine your year as a big adventure waiting to happen. Setting goals is like deciding the cool places you want to visit on your journey. It helps you figure out what’s super important to you and where you want to go.
- Motivation: Goals are like little cheerleaders, rooting you on when things get tough. They’re the “why” behind your hard work. When you know what you’re aiming for, it’s like having a secret stash of motivation that keeps you going, even when the going gets tough.
- Sense of achievement: Ever finished a puzzle or aced a game level? That feeling of accomplishment is the best, right? Well, accomplishing goals is a bit like that. It’s a high-five from yourself, boosting your confidence and making you believe you can tackle anything you set your mind to. Goals turn everyday wins into moments of celebration! 🎉
