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What Others Say
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“I love using this for my end of year lesson with classes. They are engaged, have fun, and it is a great way to reflect! ”
Kate K.
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“Love these game show style formats! They are so engaging for my students and I love a no/low prep lesson to use especially at the end of the year! The kids loved the Act It Out the most.”
Brittany C.
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No Prep Quiz Show Style Lesson: End of the Year Reflection
Celebrate your students’ growth and achievements with this fun, interactive quiz-show style lesson! The End of the Year Game Show gives students a chance to reflect on the school year, share memories, and look ahead to what’s next. This activity promotes connection, gratitude, and positive closure for your classroom community.
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What’s Included
✔ Google Slides™ file
✔ PowerPoint™ file
✔ Printable task cards with all challenge prompts (perfect for small groups or screen-free play)
✔ Full counseling lesson plan
✔ 6+ additional low-prep activity formats for added flexibility
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Ways to Use This Lesson
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As a classroom lesson to wrap up the school year
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In small groups to reflect on progress and set future goals
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To build classroom community and celebrate shared memories
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As part of SEL, reflection, or closure activities at the end of the year
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Game Show Categories
The End of the Year Game Show keeps students engaged with interactive challenges designed to fit different learning styles. Categories include:
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ACT IT OUT – Teams role play favorite school moments and memories.
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TRUE or FALSE – Students reflect on school year facts or fun surprises.
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SKETCH IT – Teams draw highlights or goals from the school year.
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IMAGINE IF – Students respond to “what if” questions that spark imagination about the future.
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RISK – A surprise challenge that keeps students on their toes and adds excitement.
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Why Teachers & Counselors Love It
⭐ Engaging & interactive – A lively way to end the year with fun and reflection
⭐ Encourages gratitude & closure – Helps students process and celebrate their journey
⭐ Customizable – Edit prompts to fit your students’ unique year and experiences
⭐ Low prep – Quick to set up, with digital and printable options
⭐ Flexible – Works for whole-class lessons, small groups, or individual reflection
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💡 Time needed: The full Game Show runs 40–60 minutes, but shorter alternative activities are included for when you need less time or a simpler format.
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👉 This resource is a fun, flexible, and stress-free way to celebrate the end of the year—perfect for reflection, connection, and positive closure with your students.
ASCA MINDSETS & BEHAVIORS covered:
* M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well – being
* M 3. Sense of belonging in the school environment
* M 6. Positive attitude toward work and learning
* B-LS 2. Demonstrate creativity
* B-SS 2. Create positive and supportive relationships with other students
* B-SS 6. Use effective collaboration and cooperation skills






