Rose and Thorn Reflection Activity

Build social emotional skills with this reflection activity for middle grades! In this SEL worksheet, students will use the metaphor of roses and thorns to reflect on the joys and struggles that made up a recent experience. As learners complete the reflection prompts in the diagram, they will consider the positive things (“roses”) and the challenging aspects (“thorns”) of their experience. Then, they will identify lessons and other opportunties for growth that the experience offered. This activity can be completed individually or as a group to encourage mindfulness, reflection, gratitude, and a growth mindset.