Letter to My Future Self

12th Gradeβ€’45 minutesβ€’CCSS CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.10

Learning Objective

I can compose a letter to my future self that reflects on my current aspirations, values, and predictions.

Key Concepts

This activity involves writing a letter to your future self that you will open in five years.

Paragraph two of your letter should focus on how you're feeling about going to secondary school, what you'll miss about primary school, and what you're excited or nervous about.

In paragraph four, give your future self some advice, reflect on what you've learned about yourself, and consider what you hope will have changed or stayed the same.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 9 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What is the primary purpose of writing a letter to your future self, as discussed in the video?

2. According to the video, what are the four paragraphs that should be included in the letter to your future self?

3. In the context of writing to your future self, what does the video suggest including in the first paragraph?

...and 6 more questions

Educational Video

Transitions Creative Activity: Write a letter to your future-self with Anita Kate Garai

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