Back to school activities

One of my favorite things about back to school, is knowing that I get to meet and love on a brand new bunch of kids for the school year. I’m sure you feel the same way, and have your lesson planner packed to the max with different “get-to-know-you activities.” I want to share with you […]

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Whether you're looking for a first day ice breaker or games to play at a back to school bash, this list has something for everyone!

This free "All About Me" writing craft is great to do as a back to school activity for kids in preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade. It is also a fun addition to an "All About Me" unit.

The ultimate roundup of free back to school coloring pages for preschoolers and older kids - Free coloring sheet downloads!

Back to school season is here! If you're looking for a fun printable school activity, you'll love this free back to school word search.

Ready to "cook up" a great first day of school? It's easy with this recipe for a successful start to the school year! PREP: ➤ Think about how you will set the tone for your classroom on the first day of school. ➤ Plan to keep students engaged and active. ➤ Prepare to build a positive rapport with students from the first instant that they become a part of the classroom community. INGREDIENTS: ➤ Warm-Up Activity ➤ Get-to-Know-You Activity ➤ Game that gets students out of their seats ➤…

The first week of school can be a daunting time. Not only are you getting a brand new group of students that you need to get to know, you are dealing with paperwork, classroom organization and management issues, AND your specials usually haven't started yet. This means that getting into a routine can be T.O.U.G.H. I have five activities that can help make that time a little bit easier.

Fun and engaging ideas to get to know your students at the beginning of the school year. Build a strong classroom community with these free resources.