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Back To School Activities
Welcome your students back with activities that set a positive tone for the year ahead. This collection includes icebreakers, team-building exercises, and goal-setting projects designed to foster a supportive classroom environment. By integrating these back to school activities into your first days, you can help students feel connected and ready to learn.
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All About Me Kindergarten - Preschool | Get to Know Me First Day
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Projects
✨ All About Me Book – Back to School Activity | Student Writing Booklet | Preschool. 2Nd Grade ✨ I was looking for an activity to help my students get to know each other on the first day of school. This All About Me Book is a way to do that. It's a fun and meaningful resource that lets young learners express themselves creatively while learning to write and draw. This printable booklet is perfect for Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade and Second Grade students. You can use it on the day of school at a meet the teacher night or to add to their portfolios. * Here are 6 things my students will do: ✅They will draw a picture of themselves. ✅They will tell me their color. ✅They will write how old they are. ✅They will share their sport. ✅They will share their food. ✅ Whats Included: There are ready-to-use All About Me pages that I can print. The designs are black and white so they won't use much ink. There are colored and black and white boy and girl crafts. There are 2 designs for the book. My students can choose to color, draw or write and draw. There are 5 questions for them to answer. There are 2 cover sheets for the "All About Me Book". It's easy to use. I just need to print and staple the pages together. I can let my students do one page per day during the week of school. I can also use it as a writing center activity or morning work. I can display their finished books at parent-teacher conferences. I love that it's easy to prepare. I just print and go! It's flexible so I can use it with grade levels and abilities. It helps my students feel confident and share their thoughts. It's a keepsake for my students end-of-year memory folders. This activity helps my students with: Learning about themselves and who they're . Writing, which helps with fine motor skills. Learning words and building sentences. Getting to know each other and being kind, to one another.
Author Bambolina55
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Tags All About Me, All About Me Book, Get To Know Me, First Day Of School, Back To School Kindergarten, Kindergarten Activities, Preschool Activities, Kindergarten Projects, Preschool Projects
Classroom Calendar and Weather Display - Spotty Brights
ELA, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Word Walls, Worksheets & Printables
Brighten up your classroom and create a consistent daily routine with this Classroom Calendar and Weather Display – Spotty Brights Edition ! Designed with cheerful colors and clean visuals, this resource is perfect for morning meetings, circle time, and calendar routines at the beginning of the school year and beyond. Ways to Use: Set up an interactive calendar corner where students update the day, month, and date. Use the weather cards to discuss and track daily weather conditions. Incorporate into your morning meeting to build routine and reinforce calendar concepts. Use the visuals to support students learning the days of the week, months, seasons, and weather vocabulary. Advantages: Encourages student participation and responsibility. Supports time and weather concepts through daily repetition. Adds a cheerful, cohesive look to your classroom with the Spotty Brights theme. Easy to print, cut, and laminate for long-term use. Suitable for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary classrooms. Whether you’re setting up your classroom for the first time or refreshing your calendar area, this display helps build strong foundations in time and weather awareness, all while keeping your space bright and engaging!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Classroom Decor, Classroom Posters, Posters, Bulletin Board, Back To School, Classroom Calendar, Back To School Decor, Back To School Activities
Back-to-School Icebreakers after Winter Break (for High School)
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, First Day of School, New Year's Day, January, Months, Winter, Seasons, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Start the new term with purpose and connection. This 90-minute Back-to-School Icebreakers lesson is designed for high school students (Grades 9–12) and works perfectly after a break. It helps students reconnect, reflect, and refocus in a meaningful way. The lesson includes thoughtful icebreakers, guided discussions, goal-setting tasks, and reflection activities . Students share experiences, explore strengths, and set clear academic and personal goals. Activities promote respectful communication and help rebuild a positive classroom climate. Clear structure keeps students engaged and on task. Everything is low prep and teacher-friendly . The lesson comes with clear instructions, suggested timing, and a printable student worksheet that supports independent and group work. No extra materials are needed. This lesson supports SEL skills, critical thinking, and student voice . It also gives teachers insight into student attitudes, expectations, and needs at the start of the term. Perfect for the first days back. Set expectations. Build relationships. Start strong and move forward with confidence.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Back-to-school, Winter, Break, Icebreaker, Worksheet, Lesson, Plan, Activities, High School
Let's Get Ready For School Audio Book
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
It’s time to go back to school! Whether kids are going back to a regular classroom, or staying at home to learn, this audiobook is packed full of exciting stories. In “My First Day at School,” kids will meet a little girl named Amy. When Amy goes back to school, she is feeling a little nervous-- so her mother comes up with a great idea to help make Amy’s first day special. Then, find out what happens when a little yellow school bus discovers his voice, and decides to talk to the children when he drives them to school. Adorable stories will make going back to school a fun time for everyone!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags School, First Day, Classroom, Learning, At Home
MeMe's First Day At School Audio Book
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
When Mama tells Meme it’s her first day of school, she is not sure she will like it. But after meeting Mr. Fuzzo, her furry teacher, Meme has a great day. She learns where she can skip and run, where she can yodel and sing, where she can play and explore, where she can draw and paint, where she can wash and clean, where she can crunch and munch, and then it’s time to go home! What a fun day Meme, the furry little monster, has at school. When Meme tells her Mama that she likes school, her Mama is not surprised at all. Fun sound effects and upbeat music help tell this adorable story about a little monster’s fun first day of school. Fun, repetitive text will encourage listening and early literacy skills important for young readers.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Storyy, Listening, Music, Sound Effects, Literacy
Clock Numbers - Classroom Decor
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Math, Time, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Word Walls
Make learning to tell time easier and more fun with this colorful clock numbers set, perfect for your back-to-school setup! This resource includes minute markers from 00 to 55 (in 5-minute steps) and posters that show key time phrases like o’clock , quarter past , half past , and quarter to . It’s a great way to help your students connect the minutes with where they fall on the clock. Whether you're teaching time for the first time or just reinforcing the concept, these visuals give kids the confidence to read analog clocks on their own. The bright, cheerful design also adds a fun touch to your classroom walls! How You Can Use It: Place the minute cards around your classroom clock. Display the time phrase posters during your morning routine or math time. Refer to them during real-life time checks throughout the day. Why Teachers Love It: Helps students make sense of minutes and time words. Supports visual learners with clear, simple design. Encourages independence in telling time. Easy to prep, just print, cut, and hang! It’s a simple way to bring time-telling to life in your classroom! Pdf file includes 16 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Classroom Posters, Clock Numbers, Bulletin Board, Back To School Activities, Time Posters, Classroom Decor, Back To School, Numbers, Back To School Decor
My New School – Back-to-School Reading Passage
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
My New School – Back to School Reading Comprehension is a fun and relatable story for students in grades 3 to 5. It follows a student’s first days in a brand new school, touching on feelings of excitement, nervousness, and making friends. Kids can see themselves in the story, which makes it perfect for kicking off the school year and sparking discussions about change and new beginnings. Ways you can use it: As a first week of school reading activity to break the ice. In small reading groups for practicing comprehension skills. For partner reading and class discussions. As a writing prompt starter about students’ own first day experiences. Why it’s helpful: Helps students connect personally with the story. Builds reading comprehension in an engaging way. Encourages empathy and understanding among classmates. Easy to use, just print and read. It’s a great way to start the year with something meaningful that also gets your students thinking, talking, and reading together. Pdf file includes pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School Reading, Back To School, Back To School Activities, August Reading, September Reading, First Week Of School Reading
Editable Student Awards Certificates for End-of-Year, Back to School
ELA, Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, End Of Year, Graduation, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Community Building, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Celebrate your students all year long —whether it’s the first week back or the final countdown to summer—with these Editable Student Award Certificates ! This set of 38 printable awards is designed to make every student feel seen, valued, and proud of their unique strengths. From the “Super Writer” to the “Best Buddy,” you’ll have a ready-to-go certificate for every kind of awesome. The awards feature diverse, multicultural illustrations so all your students feel represented—because let’s face it, we all smile in the same language 😊 What's Included: 38 Editable Awards – PowerPoint File (easy to customize) 38 Printable Awards – PDF File 38 High-Resolution JPGs (300 dpi) Change the titles. Tweak the messages. Add your own flair. You can type directly into the PowerPoint version—fonts are embedded and easy to switch if you have a go-to classroom favorite. 🏆 Award Titles Include: Super Writer Super Speller Perfect Attendance Math Whiz Music Award Best Buddy Shining Star Perfect for: ✔ End-of-Year Celebrations ✔ Back-to-School Icebreakers ✔ Weekly/Monthly Class Awards ✔ Just-Because Moments of Kindness Whether you're setting the tone for Back to School or wrapping up with style for the end of the year, these awards are your go-to for student recognition that’s meaningful, inclusive, and easy to prep.
Author Teach2Tell
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Tags Editable Awards, Editable Student Awards, Assembly Awards, Star Student Awards, Math Awards, Graduation Awards, Student End Of Year Awards, End Of The Year Class Awards, Student Award Certificates, Certificates Of Appreciation
Book Companion for 'The School Bus Driver from the Black Lagoon'
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Special Education Needs (SEN), Not Grade Specific, Activities, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Do you work with students who have emergent literacy skills? Do you work with students who use AAC or have complex communication needs? Or do you work with early elementary students who have a language delay or disorder? If so, my book companions are for you! This book companion provides you with multiple language, communication, shared reading, and shared writing tasks. Instructions and guidance for the shared reading activities of a picture walk through and repeated readings is provided. Additional activities to provide practice with identifying the focus letter through repetition with variety are also included. Story props are provided to help increase participation during shared reading activities. They can also be used to aide with story retell activities. There is a focus on balancing explicit exposure and targeted practice for both core and fringe vocabulary. CROWD questions can be used to further increase comprehension of the target book and elicit a wide range of language and communication skills. The provided sentence stems can be used in isolation or in conjunction with the predictable chart writing protocol. The character description webs provide a platform to target multiple language and communication targets. These book companions include 1-3 hands-on art or science themed activities. This product can be used individually, in small groups, or for whole class instruction.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
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Tags Aac, Book Companion, Back To School, Language And Literacy, The School Bus Drive From The Black Lagoon, Aac Literacy
Back to School Reading Comprehension bundle
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Worksheets, Activities
This Back to School Reading Comprehension Bundle is your new best friend for those first few weeks of school. It’s packed with short, fun stories that early readers can actually read, and relate to. From lost lunchboxes to surprise filled backpacks, these stories cover the real life drama of the school day (well... the kind of drama a 6 year old might face). The best part? These stories do more than just get kids reading, they help them settle in, learn the rules, and see that school can be a pretty great place to be. Whether you're reading them together as a class, using them in small groups, or handing them to early finishers who ask, “What do I do now?”, they just work. Why you’ll love it: The stories are short, sweet, and actually make sense to your students. They cover real topics like nerves, friendship, and classroom rules (without sounding like a lecture). Each one comes with a few easy questions, no extra work for you. No prep needed. Just print, pass out, and teach like the rockstar you are. It’s reading with purpose... and a little fun, too. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Reading, Back To School Activities, First Fay Of School Activities, Reading Centers
R-Blends Activity - Color by Code
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Make practicing consonant blends engaging and colorful with this R Blends: Color by Code activity! This resource focuses on the beginning blends fr, cr, dr, and tr . Students will complete each word by writing the correct R blend at the beginning, then use the color code to color the matching pictures. It’s a great way to combine phonics practice with a fun, hands-on coloring task. Perfect for early readers, this activity helps reinforce word recognition, sound blending, and beginning spelling skills, all while keeping students entertained. Ways to Use: Literacy centers Morning work Phonics small groups Homework or review Sub plans or early finisher tasks Why Teachers Love It: Strengthens decoding and phonics skills Builds fluency with R blends in a fun way Supports fine motor skills through coloring and writing Low-prep and easy to implement Ideal for Kindergarten and 1st Grade This no-prep printable is a great way to bring phonics to life in your classroom. With this resource, learning R blends becomes an activity your students will look forward to!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags R Blends, R Blend, Blends, R-blends, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Literacy Centers, Phonics, September Activities, Phonics Activities
Short or Long Vowel Sound Sort
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The Short or Long Vowel Sound Sort – Cut and Paste Activity is an engaging, hands-on resource designed to help early readers distinguish between short and long vowel sounds. Students read a list of words, decide whether each contains a short or long vowel sound, and then cut and paste them into the correct category. This simple yet effective activity reinforces phonics skills while giving students a fun and interactive way to practice word analysis. Perfect for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL learners, this activity helps build a solid foundation in reading by focusing on vowel sound recognition and word sorting. It's great for classroom use, one-on-one instruction, or at-home reinforcement. Ways to Use: Literacy or phonics centers Small group instruction or interventions Independent seatwork or morning tubs Homework practice or review Informal assessment of vowel sound knowledge Advantages: Reinforces the difference between long and short vowels Encourages active engagement and critical thinking Combines reading and fine motor practice Supports multiple learning styles (visual, kinesthetic, and auditory) Easy to prep and use across multiple lessons Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Phonics, Vowels, Vowel Sound, Vowel Sound Sorting, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Literacy, Phonics Activities, Cvc, Back To School Literacy
Short A CVC Words – Phonics Word List Posters
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Anchor Charts, Classroom Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Word Walls
The CVC Short A Word List Posters are a helpful and easy-to-use tool for teaching young readers how to read and spell short vowel words. These posters feature simple CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words with the short “a” sound, like cat , hat , jam , and man . Each poster presents the words in a clear, easy-to-read format, making them perfect for young learners who are just beginning to sound out and recognize words. These posters work well in any early childhood classroom and can be used in a variety of ways to support daily reading and writing activities. They’re especially useful for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and English language learners. Ways to Use: Hang on your classroom wall or phonics board Use during small group lessons or phonics instruction Keep at writing stations for word support Refer to them during reading practice or spelling time Send copies home to help students practice with families Advantages: Reinforces short A vowel sound through repetition and exposure Builds confidence in early readers and writers Encourages independence during reading and writing tasks Easy to print, display, and reuse A simple way to support phonics instruction all year long A must-have for every early literacy classroom! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Cvc, Cvc Short A, Vowels, Back To School, Baack To School Activities, Posters, Cvc Short A Poster, Literacy, Literacy Posters, Back To School Literacy
2D Shapes Posters - Classroom Decor
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Math, Early Math, Shapes, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Word Walls, Flashcards
These 2D Shape Posters are a fun and simple way to help your students learn and remember their shapes. Each poster features a bright, colorful illustration of a 2D shape, like a circle, square, triangle, and more, along with a short and catchy shape song. The songs are easy to sing and give students a fun way to remember the name and features of each shape. Here’s how you can use them: Hang them on your wall or bulletin board as helpful visuals Sing the songs during circle time, morning meetings, or math lessons Introduce one new shape a day or week, then review with the song Use them as part of a math center or create a classroom shape book Send a copy home so families can sing along, too Why you’ll love them: They make learning shapes fun and memorable They support different types of learners, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic They bring energy and movement into your lessons They’re ready to use, just print and go These posters are a great way to build shape recognition while making your classroom feel bright, musical, and full of learning. Pdf file includes 7 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Shapes, 2d Shapes, Math, Shapes Posters, Math Posters, Classroom Decor, Classroom Posters, Back To School, Back To School Posters
The Letter " O" Dot Marker Activity
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Infant, Toddler, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters
Get ready for a "Oh wow!" moment with this Letter 'O' Dot Marker Activity! If you’ve ever tried to get little learners excited about the letter O (and let’s face it, who hasn’t?), this hands-on, no-fuss activity is exactly what you need. Kids will love grabbing their dot markers and creating a colorful “O” as they explore the letter that’s at the heart of octopuses, oranges, owls, and opera singers ! (Okay, maybe not opera singers, but you get the idea.) This activity isn’t just about coloring; it’s about building essential skills! Dotting the O helps little hands develop fine motor skills , while their brains are getting busy with letter recognition . The best part? It’s mess-free and so easy that even the busiest of little learners will be able to focus. Ways to Use (Because You Deserve Options!): ✔ Morning Work – Set the tone for a successful day. ✔ Fast Finishers – An engaging activity that won’t cause chaos. ✔ Quiet Time – Because quiet time is precious. ✔ Letter of the Week – O is for “Outstanding Learning”! ✔ Indoor Recess Fun – A rainy-day lifesaver! Why It Rocks: ✔ Zero Prep Required ✔ Great for Fine Motor Skills ✔ No Mess, No Fuss ✔ Fun & Engaging Just print, hand out the dot markers, and watch your students go from “O, what’s that?” to “O, I love this!” Pdf file includes 2 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring, Dot Painting, Dot Marker, Letters Dot Marker, Letters Dot Painting, Alphabet, Alphabet Dot Marker, Back To School, Alphabet Dot Painting
3D Shapes Posters
Math, Early Math, Shapes, Geometry, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Word Walls, Centers, Activities, Worksheets
Make learning 3D shapes engaging and visually clear with this set of colorful 3D Shape Posters , perfect for any elementary or early middle school classroom. These posters are designed to help students recognize, name, and describe common 3D shapes including cube, cone, cylinder, sphere, rectangular prism, triangular prism, and more. Ways to Use: Display on your math wall as a visual reference throughout your geometry unit. Use during whole class instruction to introduce or review shape names and properties. Add to a math center for independent exploration and shape matching activities. Print smaller versions for student notebooks or shape journals. Use in morning meetings or calendar time for daily review. Advantages: Helps students learn shape names and key attributes (faces, edges, vertices). Supports visual learners and strengthens shape vocabulary. Easy to print and use, ideal for busy teachers with minimal prep time. Bright, kid friendly design keeps students interested and engaged. Makes your classroom look organized, colorful, and math friendly! Whether you're introducing 3D shapes for the first time or reviewing before a test, these posters are a helpful and attractive teaching tool you’ll use year after year. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags 3d Shapes, Shapes, Shapes Posters, 3d Shapes Posters, Back To School Decor, Classroom Decor, Back To School Posters, Back To School Classroom Decor
Back to School Dot Painting - A Fine Motor Art Activity
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Seasons, Fall, Back To School, Holidays, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Crafts
Practice fine motor skills while creating a back to school dot art painting with these fine motor q-tip dot painting sheets. This autumn themed art activity is a perfect anytime craft for preschoolers and early elementary students to practice hand eye coordination. The following dot painting pages are included in this set: book, bookshelf, computer, crayons, globe, glue, paint, paper, paperclip, pencil, scissors, school, school bus, whiteboard Each page is designed with a different school item for students to practice their fine motor skills and create a fun art picture to display in the classroom or in their home. Students will have fun choosing their colors to make their pictures their own unique masterpieces. When to Use these Dot Painting Pages Art Center or a Fine Motor Center - Simply place the pages inside the center with paints of various colors and cotton swabs for students to complete. Craft Activity - These dot painting pages also make a great whole class art activity where each student paints at their own desk their chosen dot art picture. Early Finishers - When students finish their work, they can complete this dot painting activity while waiting on their classmates to finish their assignments. Quiet Time Activity - Students who have trouble napping can complete one of these dot painting pages while their classmates nap. Displays - These dot painting pictures can be displayed on classroom bulletin boards , doors, or hallways. All of these dot painting pages are no prep. They just need to be printed and given to students to decorate. The teacher will simply need to provide paints of various colors and cotton swabs. An alternative to using cotton swabs and paint is to have students decorate their pictures with dots of colored glue. Older students may want to try creating their pictures this way for a more tactile way to complete this art activity.
Author The Connett Connection
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Tags Fine Motor Art, Fine Motor Skills, Dot Painting, Fall Dot Painting, Autumn Dot Painting, Back To School Dot Painting, Back To School
Back To School Personalized SEL Bookmarks!
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, September, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
In this SEL product and resource, you will get to make a copy of my Google Slides Presentation that contains bookmarks. One side is a fun design that kids can color and you can write their name on it as an overlay. To change the name, you will double click on the word art and change it. You can make one bookmark for everyone in your class with their names. Students love products with their name on it! On the other side, there are prompts for students to fill out. The prompts are; name, grade, this year I'm looking forward to..., one of my goals for this year is...,my favorite thing I did over the summer, a book I read over the summer, something new I'd like to try this year is... This is editable so if you would like to change the prompts, you can! When you download this resource, it will be a PDF that you need to click on the image on the PDF. Then it will prompt you to make a copy of the presentations. Click "yes" and then you will have access to this resource. To see more SEL products and resources such as SEL coloring pages, SEL presentations, SEL worksheets and other personalized products, please feel free to visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor You may also enjoy the products below: https://teachsimple.com/product/20-personalized-mindfulness-sel-coloring-sheets-fully-editable (This is another personalized product. There are 20 mindfulness editable SEL coloring pages. You can click on the word art and change the word, phrase or name. These are great for quiet time, brain breaks, after a lesson, in a group session or in school counseling sessions.) https://teachsimple.com/product/all-about-me-tee-back-to-school-sel-coloring-pages (This is also a great back to school All About Me Tee art project. Students will answer prompts, draw, and get creative with their t-shirt. there are 2 different tee images, depending on the grades you work with.)
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Back To School, Get To Know You, Icebreaker, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning, Sel, Bookmarks, Personalized, Sel Coloring Pages, Fall
Long and Short Vowel Sound - Color by Code
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
The Long and Short Vowel Sound – Color by Code activity is a fun, hands-on way for students to practice identifying vowel sounds while building phonics and word recognition skills. Students look at each picture, say the word aloud, decide whether it has a short or long vowel sound, and then use the color code to color the picture accordingly. This activity combines visual learning with phonemic awareness in an engaging and interactive format. Designed for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and early ESL learners, this resource supports the development of listening, sorting, and categorizing skills. It's perfect for reinforcing vowel sound recognition in a low-pressure, creative setting. Ways to Use: Literacy or phonics centers Independent practice or early finisher task Homework or take-home review Morning work activity Sub plans or quiet time task Advantages: Reinforces the difference between long and short vowel sounds Encourages phonemic awareness through visual and verbal cues Supports fine motor skills through coloring Fun and calming way to review key phonics skills Easy to prep and perfect for repeated use Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Long Vowel, Short Vowel, Vowels, Phonics, Phonics Activities, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Color By Code, Literacy, Phonics Worksheets
Long Vowels Activity - Circle and Draw
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The Long Vowels Activity – Circle and Draw is a fun, hands-on way to help young learners get comfortable with long vowel sounds. In this activity, students read simple sentences, circle the words with long vowel spellings, and then draw a picture to show what the sentence is about. It’s a great way to practice phonics while also checking for understanding and encouraging a bit of creativity. This resource is ideal for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL students who are learning to recognize common long vowel patterns like a_e , ee , oa , and others. It gives children a chance to read, think about what they’ve read, and express their understanding through drawing, all in one activity. Ways to Use: Literacy or phonics centers Small group work or partner practice Early finisher or morning work Homework or take-home activity Quick phonics check Benefits: Helps students spot long vowel sounds in real sentences Supports reading comprehension through drawing Makes phonics practice more interactive and fun Easy to set up and doesn’t require special materials A great mix of reading, thinking, and creativity Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Vowels, Long Vowels, Phonics, Phonics Worksheets, Short Vowels, Phonics Activities, Long Vowels Activities, Back To School, Back To School Activities
Rhyming Words - Color by Code
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, End Of Year, Months, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
"Rhyming Words - Color by Code" is a playful and effective way to help young learners strengthen their reading and rhyming skills. Designed for early elementary students, this resource turns learning into a fun coloring activity where kids find and match rhyming words, then use a simple color code to complete a picture. How You Can Use It: As a quick and easy morning warm-up In literacy centers or small groups For homework or extra practice at home With early finishers who need something meaningful As a quiet, no-prep activity for substitute days Why Teachers Love It: Keeps students engaged while learning Helps kids hear and understand rhyming patterns Builds confidence with independent work Encourages creativity and strengthens fine motor skills Requires no prep, just print and you’re ready to go Offers variety, with different worksheets and skill levels With this resource, students aren’t just coloring—they’re actively thinking, reading, and learning. It’s a simple, stress-free way to add some joy and color to your reading block while reinforcing a key early literacy skill. Great for classrooms, homeschool, or take-home packets! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Vowels, Short Vowels, Cvc, Cvc Worksheets, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Short Vowels Worksheets
Rhyming Words - Circle and Match
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Rhyming Words – Circle the Rhyming Word is a simple and fun way to help young kids practice recognizing rhymes, a big step toward reading success. Designed for Kindergarten through 2nd grade, kids look at a word and then find and circle the word that rhymes from a few choices. It’s a great way to build their listening skills and get them thinking about how words sound. How you can use it: In small groups or literacy centers As independent work or homework A quick warm-up before phonics lessons Morning work or something for early finishers Works great whether you’re teaching in person or online Why teachers like it: Helps kids tune into sounds and rhymes, which is key for learning to read Encourages careful listening and attention to detail Easy to get started, just print it out or share it digitally Good for different learning levels with clear, simple words Keeps kids focused without feeling like a chore Repeats rhyming practice to build confidence and skill PDF File includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Phonics, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Literacy, Vowels, Short Vowels, Short Vowels Worksheets
Letter V Puzzles - Letter V Beginning Sound
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Make learning the letter V exciting with this Letter V Puzzle activity! Perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten learners, this hands-on resource helps young children build early literacy skills by connecting the letter Vv with its beginning sound. Each puzzle includes two pieces: one features the uppercase and lowercase letter “V,” and the other shows a picture and word that starts with V, like “vet.” Children match the pieces while practicing sound recognition, building vocabulary, and developing fine motor skills. This activity is easy to preparejust print, cut, and you’re ready to go. It works great for literacy centers, morning tubs, small groups, or quiet individual practice. Whether you’re introducing the letter V for the first time or reviewing letter sounds, these puzzles make learning interactive and fun. Ways to Use: Letter of the week lessons Literacy or phonics centers Independent or partner activities Small group support or intervention Morning work or early finisher bins Advantages: Builds letter recognition and phonics skills Encourages hands-on, independent learning Enhances vocabulary through word-picture matching Strengthens fine motor coordination Easy to prep – PDF format only A simple, fun way to help kids master the letter V! Enjoy!
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Tags Letter V, Letter V Puzzles, Letter Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Beginning Sound, Literacy Centers, Alphabet, Alphabet Games
Alphabet Flashcards - Uppercase and Lowercase Letters - ABC Cards
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Alphabet Flashcards – Uppercase and Lowercase Letters – ABC Cards are a fun and simple way to help young learners become familiar with their letters. These cards show both the uppercase and lowercase version of each letter and are perfect for preschool, kindergarten, or early elementary students who are just starting to learn the alphabet. How You Can Use Them: Practice naming letters together during circle time. Let students match uppercase and lowercase cards in pairs. Play sorting games where they put the letters in ABC order. Use them with everyday objects to connect letters with sounds (like “A” for apple). Set them up in a learning center for independent or small group practice. Why Teachers Love Them: The clean, colorful design makes it easy for kids to focus. They can be used in so many different ways – whole group, small group, or on their own. Great for all types of learners – visual, hands-on, or those who need a little extra practice. Print on cardstock or laminate them to last all year long. A great tool to build confidence as kids learn to recognize and name their letters. Simple, effective, and easy to use, these flashcards are a classroom favorite! Pdf fine inclludes 7 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To Scrool Descor, Classroom Decor, Flashcards, Alphabet Flashcards, Alphabet Posters, Classroom Charts