As the school year winds down and the classroom walls start looking a little barer, there’s a quiet shift in the air. Students feel it. You feel it. It’s the mix of excitement, exhaustion, pride, and a touch of nostalgia. One of the best ways to wrap up this whirlwind of a year is with a read-aloud that captures all of it—and I Wish You More by Amy Krouse Rosenthal does exactly that. 

This sweet, simple book is filled with heartfelt wishes that spark reflection, gratitude, and forward thinking. It’s the perfect final read-aloud to end your year with intention, connection, and a touch of inspiration. Each page is full of simple lines that are packed with big meaning. They celebrate the growth, resilience, kindness, and curiosity we’ve worked to build in our classrooms all year long.

It’s the kind of book that speaks to students of any age, and serves as a gentle send-off, reminding students that even as one chapter ends, there is so much more waiting for them.

To help extend the read-aloud and make it more personal, these printables give students the chance to reflect on their year, express their feelings, and think ahead with hope.

Writing Paper: My Wish for Next Year...

A writing prompt that lets students express a hope or goal for the upcoming school year. Choose between dotted, lined, or storybox. (Found in download #1)

Wishes for the Future

Invite students to write a series of “I wish you more…” statements—either for themselves, a classmate, or next year’s students. Encourage them to think beyond surface-level wishes and focus on qualities like confidence, kindness, courage, and perseverance. This activity helps students reflect on what truly matters as they move forward. (Found in download #2, page 1)

“Inspire Me” Word or Phrase

Ask students to choose one word or short phrase from the book (or inspired by it) that they want to extend into summer or next year. Have them write about why they chose it and how it might guide their actions. This creates a simple, meaningful takeaway that students can remember and use beyond the classroom. (Found in download #2, page 2)

End-of-Year Feelings Reflection

A gentle guide to help students name how they’re feeling as the year comes to a close—because transitions can be emotional. (Found in download #2, page 3)

Three Wishes for Myself

A thoughtful reflection where students write three wishes for themselves. These can be big or small. (Found in download #2, page 4)

My Wish for the Summer...

A fun and forward-looking writing prompt that gets students thinking about rest, play, and summer adventures. (Found in download #2, page 5)

Class Wishes Circle

Gather students in a circle and invite each student to share one wish for the group or for the future. This could be spoken aloud or written and shared. This builds a sense of closure, connection, and community while ending the year on a positive and supportive note. (No download for this activity)

These pages can stand alone, be stapled into a mini memory booklet, or even be shared as part of a classroom celebration or goodbye circle.