Kick off the new year with this engaging New Year Bucket List writing activity! Perfect for ESL, ELL, and elementary students, this flap book project encourages learners to set fun goals while practicing writing skills. Students will reflect on things they want to try, learn, and do in the upcoming year, making it a meaningful back-to-school after winter break activity.
This activity helps students practice sentence building, goal setting, and self-expression in English. With its low-prep, black-and-white templates, students can personalize their flap books with coloring and creative drawings, making each project unique. Teachers can use it as a writing warm-up, bulletin board display, or class discussion starter to encourage speaking and listening alongside writing practice.
What’s Included:
- Printable 5-page flap book template
- Requires only 2 sheets of paper per student
- Black & White version for easy printing and student creativity
- Student-friendly prompts to guide writing
Students of all levels can complete this activity independently, while teachers can extend it by pairing writing with New Year vocabulary and goal-setting discussions. It’s an excellent way to restart routines and inspire students as they return from the holidays.
Pair It With:
For more seasonal writing, pair this with our Snow Day Narrative Writing Craft to keep students motivated with winter-themed activities.
Also Available on TpT
This New Year Bucket List Flap Book is also available on Teachers Pay Teachers .