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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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Roll and Draw Your Name or Favorite Word Alphabet Game Sheets
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Holidays, Back To School, Fine Arts, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games, Projects
Roll and Draw Your Name or Favorite Word Alphabet Game Sheets | Typography Art Project This is a great enrichment drawing resource that is easy-to-implement and low prep teaching resource that focuses on typography artwork depicting students' names or favorite words. This resource brings a fun and engaging approach to regular classroom lessons, homeschooling activities, letter of the week activities, back-to-school projects or even in making homework assignments more interesting. Ideal for K-5th graders, this roll and draw game sheet integrates fine arts into everyday lessons. With a dice, blank paper, pencil, and coloring tools at hand, students can independently explore their drawing skills or cooperatively engage with their peers. The accompanying pattern poster is equally beneficial as it serves as a visual support during gameplay, and doubles up as standalone handout. For more creative ideas and resources, visit Doodle Thinks website. Usage and Versatility: Fosters creativity Enhances focus Supplement to other art curriculum For early finishers, mornings, and brain breaks Enhance focus on subsequent academic tasks Useful for whole group instruction to small group collaborative Useful for independent work Included in this download: A-Z Roll and Draw Game Sheets (13 pages) Black and White Printer-Friendly Version Included 1 Example and Instructions Page 1 Intro Page (For Teacher) Like this resource?Check out more autumn theme roll and draw games: Roll and Draw Autumn Fun - A Bird Design Roll and Draw Autumn Fun - A Wise Owl Roll and Draw Autumn Fun - An Adorable Acorn Roll and Draw Autumn Fun - A Pleasant Pie Roll and Draw A Spring Flower Roll and Draw A Cozy Squirrel Roll and Draw A Candy Corn Bandit Roll and Draw A Flower Box Garden Thank you for downloading Doodle Thinks resources and have fun drawing!
Author Doodle Thinks
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Tags Roll And Draw, Alphabet Game, Language Arts, Art Activity, Creative Learning, Drawing Activity, Art Supplement, Art Enrichment, Typography Art, Art Integration
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
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!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Vowels, Short Vowels, Cvc, Cvc Worksheets, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Short Vowels Worksheets
Punctuation Practice - Cut and Paste
ELA, Grammar, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, August, September, End Of Year, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Looking for a fun and interactive way to help your students learn punctuation? This cut-and-paste activity is a great hands-on resource for practicing end punctuation, periods, question marks, and exclamation points. Students read simple sentences and decide what punctuation mark fits best. Then, they cut and paste the correct mark at the end of each sentence. This activity is designed for young learners who are just starting to understand sentence structure and punctuation. It helps reinforce key grammar skills while keeping students actively engaged. Ways to Use: Literacy or writing centers Whole-class or small-group lessons Independent practice Morning work or early finisher tasks Homework or review Why You’ll Love It: Encourages reading and critical thinking Supports fine motor development Easy to prep, just print and go Great for Kindergarten and 1st Grade Makes punctuation practice fun and stress-free This resource is a simple yet effective way to support your students' grammar skills in a fun and approachable format.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Punctuation, Grammar Worksheets, Grammar Activities, Reading Skills, Literacy Centers, Back To School, Back To School Activities, September Activities
No-Prep Digital Expected vs. Unexpected Behaviors Jeopardy Review Game
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables
Help students build social awareness with this no-prep digital jeopardy game! This jeopardy game is the perfect way to incorporate school rules while promoting behavior management. With both digital and print copies, the game can be played wherever you please! This Counseling Game Is: ⭐ No-Prep ⭐ Perfect for Back To School ⭐ Impactful for students ⭐ Makes teaching expectations meaningful ⭐ Keeping students involved with game play This jeopardy game is perfect for small groups, classroom lessons and even can be turned into a challenge for individual sessions as well! Whether you are trying to target behavior management, teach behavior expectations, or are looking for school rules activities, this game is perfect for you! Includes: ❤️ Digital Game Play With Built In Directions ❤️ Printable Game Play ❤️ Answer Key ❤️ Black and White Copy This game can be played either before or after teaching of expected and unexpected behaviors within the school environment to help assess several different IEP goals! These Activities Are Perfect For: ⭐ Gen-Ed Students ⭐ Students with Learning Disabilities ⭐ Small groups ⭐ Individual sessions ⭐ Elementary Aged Students (Grades 1-3)
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
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Tags Expected Vs Unexpected Behaviors, Jeopardy, Jeopardy Template Google Slides, Back To School Jeopardy, School Rules Activity, Behavior Management, Social Awareness, Counseling Games
First Day of School Signs
Creative Arts, ELA, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Centers, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Classroom Decor, Banners, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Posters, Teacher Tools
Capture the excitement of a new school year with this My First Day of School Signs printable pack! Perfect for teachers and parents, these signs are a fun way to celebrate the beginning of school and create lasting memories. This set includes signs for various grade levels, from preschool to elementary, each featuring a bold, kid-friendly design that looks great in photos. Whether you're a teacher preparing for classroom photo day or a parent snapping a special first-day picture, these signs are an easy way to add something meaningful to the moment. Ways to Use: Classroom welcome photos on the first day Parent keepsake photos at home Bulletin board or hallway displays Scrapbooking or memory books Sharing on school websites or newsletters Advantages: Creates lasting back-to-school memories Covers multiple grade levels for reuse Easy to print and use (PDF format only) Adds fun to first-day routines Perfect for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers Make your students feel special and mark the start of their school journey with these bright and cheerful First Day of School Signs! Pdf file includes 12 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Back To School, Back To School Signs, Classcroom Signs, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Board, Back To School Activities, First Day Of School, First Day Activities
Rhyming Words Balloons Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, End Of Year, Months, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make phonics practice fun and colorful with the Rhyming Words Balloons Activity ! In this engaging worksheet, students identify and color the balloons that rhyme with the given word. Each balloon contains a different word, and only those that rhyme should be filled in. This hands-on activity is perfect for helping early learners recognize rhyming patterns and improve phonemic awareness through visual and interactive learning. Ways to Use: As part of a phonics or reading center For morning work or early finisher activities In small group instruction for targeted support As a homework assignment for skill reinforcement During intervention time or speech/language sessions Advantages: Encourages phonemic awareness and rhyme recognition Supports fine motor skills through coloring Makes learning interactive and enjoyable Ideal for kindergarten and early elementary students Easy to differentiate, works for review or enrichment No-prep, print-and-use format saves teacher time Visually appealing and highly engaging for young learners Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Phonics, Cvc Words, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Short Vowels, Rhyming Words Worksheets, Literacy Worksheets
Missing Letters - Back to School Activity
ELA, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Start the school year with this fun and educational Missing Letters – Back to School Activity ! Designed for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students, this printable resource helps young learners strengthen their alphabet knowledge by identifying and filling in missing letters. With a playful, school-themed design, this activity makes early literacy practice both engaging and enjoyable. Each worksheet includes a sequence of letters with one or more letters missing. Students will look at the pattern and write the correct missing letter in the blank. It's a great way to review alphabet order, build confidence, and reinforce letter recognition. Ways to Use: First week of school review activity Literacy centers or independent work Morning work or early finisher task Take-home practice Quick alphabet assessment tool Advantages: Reinforces letter sequencing and recognition Encourages problem-solving and attention to detail Supports early literacy and writing development Simple and engaging for young learners No prep – just print and go (PDF format only) This activity is a perfect way to welcome students back to school while reinforcing important alphabet skills in a fun and meaningful way! Pdf file includes 6 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Back To School, Back To School Activities, Missing Letters, Alphabet, Letters, Literacy, First Week Activities, Morning Work, Alphabet Activities
Student Survey - Back to School Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Start the school year by getting to know your students with this engaging Student Survey – Back to School Activity. This resource is designed to help students reflect on themselves and share important details about their personalities, learning preferences, interests, and goals. It’s an excellent tool for building relationships and creating a positive classroom environment right from the start. Ways to Use: First-day or first-week activity Morning work or bell-ringer Use as a writing center task Keep in student folders or portfolios for future reference Review responses to guide classroom management and lesson planning Use during parent-teacher conferences Advantages: Helps teachers understand students' interests and needs Builds stronger student-teacher relationships Encourages self-awareness and reflection Promotes a supportive, inclusive classroom culture Useful for differentiated instruction Low-prep and easy to implement Adaptable for a range of grade levels and classroom settings This thoughtful activity gives students a voice and helps teachers make informed decisions that support student success. Whether used in person or virtually, the Student Survey sets the tone for a respectful and connected learning experience throughout the year. Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Back To School, Back To School Activities, Survey, Student Survey, Back Ro School Survey, Classroom Forms, First Day Of School Activities, First Day Of School
Teacher Daily Planner
ELA, Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Resources for Teachers, Classroom Management, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Templates, Graphic Organizers
This Teacher Daily Planner is made to help you get through your school day feeling prepared and in control. It’s a simple, easy-to-use template that lets you map out everything from your morning routine to the last bell. No clutter, no confusion, just clear, helpful space to plan your day. Here’s how you can use it: Jot down your lessons by subject or time List what you need and what you hope to get done Keep track of notes, reminders, and to-dos Plan smooth transitions between activities Print it out, just print and go Why teachers love it: It keeps your day organized and on track You’ll feel less rushed and more prepared It makes planning quicker and easier Great for keeping your teaching consistent You can use it every day without hassle This planner gives you a clear picture of your day at a glance. It’s perfect for any teacher who wants to stay one step ahead and end the day feeling good about what got done. Pdf file includes 31 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Teacher Planner, Planner, Lesson Plans, Classroom Forms, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Lesson Plan Template, Back To School Planner
Robots Coloring Pages
Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Last Day of School, STEM, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Add a touch of creativity and fun to your classroom with this Robots Coloring Pages Activity ! Designed for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, and early elementary students, this printable resource features a variety of cute and simple robot designs for kids to color. It’s a great way to support fine motor development while letting students express themselves artistically. These robot-themed coloring pages can be used anytime during the school year and are perfect for quiet time, early finishers, art centers, or even as part of a STEM-themed unit. The unique and friendly robot characters will keep students engaged and excited to color. Ways to Use: Morning work or early finisher activity Art center or free time Indoor recess or calm-down corner STEM week or robot-themed lessons Take-home or sub plans Advantages: Strengthens fine motor and pencil control Encourages creativity and self-expression Low-prep and easy to use (PDF format only) Suitable for all ability levels Adds fun to everyday routines This robot coloring activity is a simple and engaging way to blend fun with developmental skill-building in your classroom! Pdf file includes 8 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Robots, Robot Craft, Robot Coloring Pages, Robot, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Coloring Pages, Stem, Stem Week, Stem Activities
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
Long and Short Vowel Sound
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 Long and Short Vowel Sound – Word Sorting Activity is a great way to help students master the difference between long and short vowel sounds. In this engaging resource, students are provided with a list of words and are asked to read each word carefully, then sort it into the correct column based on whether it has a long or short vowel sound. This task strengthens phonemic awareness and helps build strong decoding skills for early readers. Designed for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL learners, this resource offers a simple yet effective way to practice vowel sound recognition in an independent or group setting. It’s perfect for reinforcing phonics instruction and supporting foundational reading skills. Ways to Use: Literacy or phonics centers Independent practice or morning work Small group instruction Homework or review activity Assessment of vowel sound understanding Advantages: Builds awareness of vowel patterns and sounds Encourages careful reading and analysis of words Supports visual and auditory learning styles Simple, no-prep activity that’s easy to implement Reinforces key phonics concepts in a hands-on way Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Vowel, Vowels, Long Vowel, Short Vowel, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Literacy, Long And Short Vowel, Phonics, Long And Short Vowels
Letter F Puzzles - Letter F Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, September, October, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Help your little learners explore the letter F in a fun, hands-on way! This Letter F Puzzle activity is perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten kids who are starting to learn their letters and sounds. Each puzzle comes in two pieces, one shows the uppercase and lowercase letter F, and the other shows a word and picture that begins with F, like “flower.” Kids match the pieces to complete the puzzle while practicing beginning sounds and building confidence with early reading skills. This activity is simple to use and a great fit for centers, morning work, small groups, or early finishers. It’s a fun and easy way to help kids connect letters to real words they recognize. Ways to Use: Literacy centers Letter of the week lessons Independent practice Small group activities Why Teachers Love It: Supports letter and sound recognition Encourages hands-on learning Builds matching and fine motor skills Quick to prep, just print and cut (PDF only) A playful and effective way to bring the letter F to life in your classroom! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Letter F, Alphabet, Letter Puzzles, Beginning Sound, Beginning Sounds, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics, Literacy Activities
Student Questionnaire - Back to School Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Centers
Start your school year off right with this Student Questionnaire – Back to School Activity. It’s a fun, thoughtful way to get to know your students beyond their names. With easy-to-answer questions about their interests, goals, and how they like to learn, this activity helps you build stronger connections from day one. Ways to Use: Great for the first day or week of school Use as morning work or a writing assignment Spark small group or partner conversations Keep responses in folders to look back on later Share with families during conferences Revisit during the year to reflect on growth Why Teachers Love It: Helps you learn what makes each student unique Builds trust and classroom community Encourages kids to open up and feel heard Gives you helpful insight for planning lessons and seating Simple to prep and easy to use with any grade Works in any setting, whole group, small group, or at home Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Back To School, Back To School Activities, Questionnaire, Student Questionnaire, Student Survey, First Day Of School Activities, Classroom Forms, First Day Of School
If i were a turkey Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, ESL, Vocabulary, Writing, Creative Writing, Formal Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, Easter, End Of Year, First Day of School, Halloween, Hanukkah, Indigenous Peoples Day, Kwanzaa, New Year's Day, Last Day of School, Thanksgiving, November, October, January, February, December, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Gobble up some laughs with the If I Were a Turkey Writing Prompt! This Thanksgiving activity is perfect for kids with big imaginations and even bigger senses of humor. It’s a writing and drawing adventure that asks the all-important question: What would life be like as a turkey? Spoiler alert: It’s not all stuffing and gravy! Students will dive into the feathered life, describing their turkey alter ego. Will they be the class clown of the farm, the stealthiest turkey avoiding Thanksgiving dinner, or a celebrity turkey with fans lining up for selfies? The possibilities are as endless as a buffet line. This activity encourages descriptive writing, creativity, and maybe a little sympathy for our fine feathered friends. After writing, it’s time to add some artistic flair. Kids can draw themselves as turkeys, fancy feathers, silly hats, or maybe even a disguise to stay off the dinner table. Markers, crayons, and a sprinkle of imagination will turn these turkeys into stars of the season. Perfect for classrooms or at home fun, this activity is a hilarious way to bring Thanksgiving to life from a turkey’s perspective. Warning: You may find yourself laughing so hard you’ll start reconsidering that veggie option for dinner! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Thanksgiving Writing, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Winter Craft, Fall Wriring, Thanksgiving Writing Prompts, Fall Math, Writing Essays, Drawing
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
CVC Short i - Roll and Read Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The CVC Short I – Roll and Read a Sentence Activity is a fun and effective way to help early readers build fluency and confidence with short “i” CVC words. This hands-on activity includes simple, decodable sentences featuring words like pig , lip , sit , and fin . Students roll a die, then read the matching sentence? making practice feel more like a game and less like work! Perfect for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL students, this resource is ideal for reinforcing phonics skills, sentence structure, and reading comprehension. It encourages repeated reading, improves decoding skills, and keeps learners actively engaged. The sentences are short, clear, and great for building foundational literacy skills. Ways to Use: Use during small group reading sessions Add to literacy centers for partner or independent practice Include in morning work or early finisher tubs Laminate for repeated use throughout the year Send home for extra fluency practice Advantages: Reinforces short I sound within full sentences Supports decoding, fluency, and word recognition Encourages playful, low-pressure reading practice Easy to prep, store, and reuse Keeps students engaged with interactive learning Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Phonics, Cvc, Cvc Short I, Cvc Activities, Phonics Activities, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Literacy, Literacy
Letter C Puzzles - Letter C Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Support early literacy skills with this fun and interactive Letter C Puzzles – Beginning Sound activity! Perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students, this hands-on resource helps children connect the letter “C” with words and pictures that begin with the same sound, such as “C is for cow.” Each puzzle includes two pieces: one with the uppercase and lowercase letter “C,” and one with a picture and word that starts with C. Students match the letter to the correct image to complete the puzzle. This simple activity makes learning phonics fun and helps young learners develop important pre-reading skills. It’s a great way to build letter recognition, beginning sound awareness, matching skills, and fine motor coordination, all while keeping students engaged and confident. Ways to Use: Literacy centers or phonics stations Morning tubs or independent practice Letter of the week activities Small group instruction or early finishers Advantages: Strengthens letter-sound connections Builds visual recognition and matching skills Encourages hands-on learning Easy to prep and use (just print and cut – PDF format only) A fun and meaningful way to reinforce the letter C!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Letter C, Beginning Sound, Beginning Sounds, Alphabet, Letter Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, September Activities, Phonics
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
Long and Short Vowel Worksheets - Vowel Color Sort
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The Long and Short Vowel Worksheets – Vowel Color Sort is a fun and effective way for students to practice identifying vowel sounds. In this activity, students look at a list of words and color the long vowel words red and the short vowel words blue. After sorting by color, they read the long vowel words aloud to reinforce phonics understanding and reading fluency. This interactive, color-based activity is perfect for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL learners. It helps students visually and mentally distinguish between long and short vowel sounds while also engaging them in hands-on learning. The color-coding makes the learning process more memorable and enjoyable. Ways to Use: Literacy centers or small group activities Morning work or early finisher task Homework or phonics review Visual and hands-on phonics support Informal assessment tool Advantages: Strengthens understanding of long and short vowel sounds Encourages active participation through coloring and reading Supports visual, tactile, and auditory learners Easy to prep and implement with minimal materials Makes phonics practice fun and engaging Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Long Vowel, Short Vowel, Long And Short Vowel, Phonics, Phonics Worksheets, Phonics Activities, Back To School, Back To School Activities
Sentence Sort - Grammar Practice
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Make grammar practice fun and hands-on with this Sentence Sort, Grammar Practice activity! Designed for early elementary students, this engaging resource helps children strengthen their understanding of sentence structure by reading simple sentences and sorting them into the correct column. Students will cut and paste sentences based on specific grammar rules, such as types of sentences, punctuation, or subject-verb agreement, depending on how you choose to use it. This interactive format reinforces essential grammar skills in a way that’s accessible and enjoyable for young learners. Ways to Use This Resource: Literacy centers or grammar stations Small group instruction Whole-class grammar practice Early finisher activity Homework or review assignments Advantages for Teachers and Students: ✔ Encourages active learning through cut-and-paste tasks ✔ Builds sentence recognition and classification skills ✔ Reinforces grammar rules in a clear and visual way ✔ Easy to prep and use, just print and go! ✔ Supports independent work and fine motor skills Whether you’re reviewing grammar concepts or introducing sentence types, this resource is a great way to keep students engaged while they learn the building blocks of strong writing.
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Tags Grammar, Grammar Worksheets, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Sentence Structure, Phonics, September Activities, Writing Activities
Short Vowel Word Family Craft - CVC Phonics Pizza Activity
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Make phonics practice fun and hands-on with this Short Vowel Word Family Craft ! Designed to help students identify and sort short vowel CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words, this engaging activity turns phonics into a creative craft project. Students will cut and color pizzas labeled with the vowels A, E, I, O, U . Then, they will write CVC words on pepperoni pieces and glue them onto the correct pizza based on the short vowel sound. This interactive resource supports word recognition, vowel sound identification, and spelling skills while also allowing students to enjoy some coloring and cutting fun. Ways to Use: Literacy centers and phonics stations Small group reading instruction Homework or take-home literacy projects Early finisher activity Classroom phonics craft display Advantages: Reinforces short vowel sounds and word families Encourages fine motor skill development Supports independent word writing and sorting Makes learning visual and interactive Easy prep and fun for both classroom and home use This craft is a perfect blend of literacy learning and creativity, making CVC word practice enjoyable and memorable for early learners. Pdf file includes 18 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Phonics, Cvc, Cvc Craft, Phonics Crafts, Short Vowels, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Literacy Centers, September Activities
Alphabet Dot to Dot - Connect the dots and color
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Make learning the alphabet fun and interactive with this Alphabet Dot-to-Dot activity pack! Perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten learners, these worksheets allow students to connect the dots in alphabetical order to reveal fun pictures, then color them in for added creativity. This resource helps children practice letter sequence, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills in a low-stress, engaging way. Ways to Use: Letter of the week activity Literacy centers or morning work Early finisher or quiet time activity Sub plans or take-home practice Reinforcement for letter recognition and sequencing Advantages: Supports alphabet knowledge and sequencing skills Builds fine motor skills through pencil control Encourages focus and attention to detail Offers a creative coloring component for self-expression Easy to use, just print and go (PDF format only) Each worksheet focuses on the alphabet from A to Z, allowing students to connect the dots in order and enjoy the surprise of a completed image. Once finished, they can color their work, making it both educational and fun. A great addition to any early learning classroom or homeschool routine! Pdf file includes 26 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Alphabet, Alphabet Dot To Dot, Letters, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Dot To Dot, Coloring Pages, First Day Of School, Numbers