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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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Behavior Management Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Classroom Behaviors
Special Resources, Holiday & Seasonal, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games
The Behavior Management Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Classroom Behaviors This teaching tool restates classroom expectations for students between Grade 1 to Grade 4, helping them distinguish good behavior from bad. Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills This behavioral connection activity compels students to put on their thinking hats by interpreting classroom scenarios mentioned on separate cards. Whether these actions are 'good' or 'bad' is dictated by the students themselves, who sort them in distinct buckets. For easy personalization, sorting labels are made available for teachers who prefer their bins! The interactive learning process reinforces the understanding of behavioral norms and also instigates discussions about reasons why certain behaviors fall under specific categories. It provides opportunity for self introspection about one's conduct within the class and encourages self-awareness. Versatile Usage Across Settings This resource can be used in individual sessions, smaller social skills groups or even large morning assembly congregations – proving it useful for public school instructors as well as homeschooling parents. This extension exercise comes especially handy post-social skills lessons too. Easily blends into back-to-school season curriculum introducing concepts of social emotional learning and life-skills, Can be integrated into special holiday-themed curriculums, A fun-filled educational game infusion into daily lesson plans. In effect, this PDF formatted tool promotes positivity in classrooms also serving as a solution to the widespread challenge teachers face while attempting at making sense of acceptable behavior patterns within young learners. Practical use-cases: Takes learning behavior norms up a notch making it seem less monotonous with its interactive approach, Merges education with fun promoting responsible citizenship, Thus, with the Behavior Management Sorting Activity: Good and Bad Classroom Behaviors resource, effective conveyance of desired conduct can be seamlessly fostered among young learners.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Behavior Management, Classroom Expectations, Positive Behaviors, Negative Behaviors, Critical Thinking
Beginning of Year Fortune Tellers Activity
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
This resource is a Beginning of Year Fortune Tellers Activity. This is a really engaging activity that students will enjoy as you get to know them and they get to know each other. Directions are included for how to fold the fortune tellers. There are 4 printable versions for you to choose from. There is also a digital version through PowerPoint or Google Slides .
Author Creativity Overload
Tags Back To School, Fortune Tellers, August, All About Me, Google Classroom
Morning Greetings Posters - Back to School
Resources for Teachers, Community Building, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Classroom Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Teacher Tools
Create a warm and welcoming start to each school day with this Morning Greetings Posters set! Perfect for the beginning of the school year, these printable posters help foster a positive classroom environment and give students a fun, structured way to choose how they want to be greeted each morning. Whether it’s a wave, high-five, hug, fist bump, or dance, students feel seen and valued right from the moment they walk in. These posters support classroom community-building and offer students the power of choice in a simple, visual format. They're especially helpful for young learners and those developing social-emotional skills. Ways to Use: Display near the door for morning entry Use as part of a classroom morning routine Support SEL lessons or kindness themes Reinforce respectful greetings and personal space Adapt for greeting during morning meetings Advantages: Encourages positive classroom connections Gives students a voice in how they’re welcomed Builds routines and a sense of belonging Supports social-emotional learning and communication Easy to print and display (PDF format only) Start every school day with smiles and connection using these cheerful and inclusive greeting posters! Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Posters, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Morning Greetings, Greetings Posters, Greetings, First Day Of School, First Day Greetings
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Skills (Back-to-School)
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Strategies, Vocabulary, Writing, Holidays, Back To School, History, History: Ancient, Research, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Looking for an engaging method to impart nonfiction reading comprehension skills to your students? This back-to-school resource is the perfect solution! Primarily aimed at elementary teachers and homeschooling parents, this NO PREP resource provides a comprehensive package designed to develop nonfiction reading skills, enhance vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, foster informative writing, and encourage hands-on activities. Its cross-curricular approach is unified by a back-to-school theme, making it relatable and intriguing for students at the start of the academic year. One of the standout features of this resource is the inclusion of differentiated worksheets. Available in three formats - primary lines, regular lines, and no lines - these worksheets can be chosen based on the student's handwriting skill level. This thoughtful addition ensures the material is accessible and beneficial to all students, irrespective of their writing proficiency. This versatile resource can serve as an excellent complement to your: Reading or writing lessons or centers English Language Arts (ELA), history, or social studies classes Bellringers Morning work routine Emergency substitute plans Or even as an entertaining educational activity ! In terms of its content, this resource features an original nonfiction reading passage, vocabulary cards, and three levels of differentiated worksheets. Additionally, it incorporates reading comprehension assessments in the form of multiple-choice and short answer questions, and a text evidence writing prompt with differentiated writing pages. A suggested hands-on activity is provided to create an interactive learning environment. The package is rounded off with comprehensive answer keys. Whether you're aiming to introduce nonfiction reading comprehension or assess students' prior knowledge, this resource is designed to meet diverse needs. Let's empower our students to master reading comprehension skills in an enjoyable and effective way! CROSS-CURRICULAR SUBJECTS COVERED: Art (drawing and coloring) Critical thinking Dictionary work English language arts Grammar History Reading Spelling Social studies Vocabulary Writing CHECK OUT MY OTHER POPULAR RESOURCES: Snowy Owl Unit (Arctic Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities Afternoon on the Amazon (Magic Tree House #6 Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities) Northern Lights Unit Study (5-Day Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities) End of Year Project-Based Activity (Build and End of Year Quilt PBL) Christmas and Holidays Mazes and Other Activities Northern Lights Comic-Style Report (Aurora Borealis) U.S. States Project-Based Learning (Quilt Research Project and Craft) Tonight on the Titanic (Magic Tree House #17 Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities) Informative Writing Step-by-Step (310 May Writing Prompts) Arctic Fox Comic-Style Report (Arctic Animals) Informative Writing Step-by-Step (60 Dinosaur Writing Prompts) Narwhal Unit Study (Arctic Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Reading Comprehension, Nonfiction, Nonfiction Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension Skills, Back To School, Education
Back-to-School Icebreakers after Winter Break (for Middle School)
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, First Day of School, New Year's Day, January, Months, Winter, Seasons, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
🧊 Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break (for Middle School) Kick off the semester with this 90-minute back-to-school or after-break icebreaker lesson plan designed just for middle schoolers! 🏫 This ready-to-use SEL resource helps students reconnect, reflect, and reset while rebuilding classroom community and easing back into learning after time away. ✨ What’s Included Complete 90-minute lesson plan with pacing guide Student worksheets (printable + optional digital format) Structured reflection prompts and journaling activities Goal-setting templates (academic, personal, and social) Class contract creation and community-building exercises “Letter to Future Me” activity Teacher answer key + reflection guide for follow-up support Differentiation tips for introverts, advanced learners, and students with difficult breaks 🧠 How It Works in the Classroom Perfect for the first week back —whether it’s August or January! Use this engaging SEL lesson during: Advisory, homeroom, or morning meeting Whole-group or small-group discussions Print or digital hybrid classrooms Counselor-led community circles or classroom reset days 🎯 Standards & Learning Goals Students will: Reconnect with peers and rebuild community 🤝 Reflect on personal growth and set meaningful goals Strengthen communication, collaboration, and empathy Transition from vacation mindset to learning mindset Establish positive habits and classroom culture for success 💛 Why Teachers Love It ✅ No prep required —print and go! ⭐ Developmentally appropriate for grades 6–8 🕒 Fits perfectly into a single 90-minute block or can be split into shorter sessions 💬 Meaningful discussions and low-stakes sharing build trust and engagement 🧩 Differentiation built-in for diverse needs and comfort levels Help your middle schoolers start strong, whether it’s the first day of school or the first day back from break. ✨ Reconnect, reflect, and rebuild community with this all-in-one SEL icebreaker bundle!
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Icebreaker, Middle School, Back-to-school, Winter, Lesson, Lesson Plan, Worksheet
Summer Break Recap | Summer Reflection Writing Activities | Back to sc
Creative Writing, Writing, ELA, Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Activities
Help students reflect on their summer adventures with this fun and engaging Summer Break Recap Worksheet Pack! This printable resource includes 3 unique summer reflection worksheets designed to encourage writing, creativity, and personal expression as students transition back to school. Each page features a different layout with summer-themed illustrations and writing prompts that help students share their favorite memories, experiences, and discoveries from summer break. Perfect for the first week of school, back-to-school activities, morning work, writing centers, and classroom community building. WHAT'S INCLUDED ✔ 3 Unique Summer Break Recap Worksheets ✔ Summer-Themed Writing Activities ✔ Different Layout Designs ✔ Black & White Printables ✔ Print-and-Go PDF ✔ No Prep Required ✔ Standard US Letter Size (8.5 x 11) WRITING PROMPTS INCLUDED • Where I Went • Things I Learned • Favorite Memories • New Experiences • Friends I Saw • Things I Saw PERFECT FOR • Back to School Activities • First Week of School • Writing Centers • Morning Work • Fast Finishers • Summer Reflection Activities • Classroom Community Building • Homeschool Learning GRADES 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
Author Sadigitalart
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Tags Back To School Activities, First Week Of School, Summer Reflection Activities, Classroom Community Building
Number Posters 1-20 Number Words Ten Frames Number Sense Math Decor
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Common Core, Counting, Early Math, Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Teacher Tools, Posters, Centers, Activities
Looking for number posters that help young learners connect numerals with number words, quantities, and ten frames? These Number Posters 1–20 provide clear visual references for early math while creating a coordinated classroom display students can use throughout the year. Each poster brings together several representations of the same number, including the numeral, number word, a ten-frame model, and pictures for counting. This gives students more than one way to make sense of each number. What's Included: 20 full-page Number Posters from 1–20 Large, easy-to-read numerals and number words Ten-frame representations for each number Picture quantities for counting and visual matching Editable PowerPoint file Ready-to-print PDF Why These Desk Plates Work Young learners don't just need to recognize what a numeral looks like. They also need to understand the quantity that numeral represents. A student may know the symbol 8 , for example, but seeing eight objects and eight spaces filled on a ten frame helps build a much stronger understanding of what eight actually means. Having these representations displayed together gives students a reference they can return to during counting, number work, and independent math activities. Ideal For Preschool and PreK Kindergarten First Grade Math walls Number walls Math centers Small-group instruction Homeschool learning spaces How You Can Use Them Display all 20 posters as a number wall or introduce them gradually as new numbers are taught. Students can refer to the posters during math centers, independent work, counting activities, or small-group lessons. You could also choose a “number of the day” and use the corresponding poster to discuss the numeral, number word, quantity, and ten-frame representation. Skills Supported Counting to 20 Number recognition Number words One-to-one correspondence Ten-frame understanding Quantity recognition Number sense Connecting multiple representations Subitizing support A useful everyday math reference that helps children see that a number can be represented in several different ways.
Author Teach2Tell
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Tags Number Posters, Numbers 1-20, Ten Frames, Number Words, Number Sense, Number Recognition, Counting To 20, Math Posters, Kindergarten Math, Number Wall
In My Heart – Back-to-School SEL Lesson
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Back To School, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Activities
This resource bundle is a great book companion for “In My Heart" by Jo Witek or can be used on their own. The activities are based on the different emotions our heart feels. Show your children how strong our hearts are for being in charge of so many feelings! This is great for targeting emotional literacy, identifying feelings and expressing emotions. Included Activities: - Pieces of My Heart (puzzle activity ) - In My Heart I Feel A Lot (mini fold-able book) - Today My Heart Feels (mood meter poster) - My Heart is Full of Feelings (7 page flip book project) The flip books make awesome bulletin board displays! I like to work on one feeling at a time since it can be a lengthy project. I choose different books to go with the feeling of the day. The feelings included in the book are excited, proud, scared, sad, mad and happy. The sheets have lines for listing or writing full sentences as well as a blank space on top for drawings. These can be stapled or you can insert a spinner. Be sure to check out my store for resources focused on social emotional learning and mindfulness for little ones! The resources I create are great for classroom teachers, school counselors, speech and language pathologists, special education teachers, and for anyone who wants to teach their child/student/patient to identify and cope with different emotions. Please make sure to follow my store and leave a review! I would LOVE to see how you use this in your classroom. Make sure to tag @socializing.with.sprouts if you post any pictures on Insta! xo, Ash ------------------------------------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram @socializing.with.sprouts Visit and subscribe to my blog to get updates on new content, tips, activities and resources related to SEL and Mindfulness for early learners.
Author Socializing with Sprouts
Tags In My Heart, SEL, Feelings , Emotional Literacy, Expressing Emotions, Feelings Lesson Plan Preschool, Color Your Heart Activity, Feelings Of The Heart
Selfie Social Emotional Learning Activity, BTS Student Self Portrait
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Holidays, End Of Year, Birthdays, Back To School, Graduation, New Year's Day, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Classroom Decor, Activities, Crafts
Selfie Social Emotional Learning Activity, BTS Student Self Portrait This fun back-to-school activity helps teachers get to know new students while promoting inclusion, positivity, growth mindset, and social-emotional learning in the classroom. Students create self-portraits by coloring in a hand holding a cell phone and adding a positive affirmation like "I am capable of amazing things." Includes 4 high-resolution 8" x 10" JPEG image files. Students color and personalize their selfies then display them on a classroom bulletin board . Use this activity for ice breakers, all about me units, parent-teacher nights, the new year, or end-of-year reflections. Suitable for homeschool, pre-K, elementary school art and SEL lessons. A great way to set the tone of inclusivity and self-love early in the school year or reflect on personal growth later on. Download, print, and let the creativity begin!
Author Forever June Digital Design
Tags Selfie Activity, Social Emotional Learning SEL, Back To School, Self Portrait Art, Positive Affirmation, Growth Mindset, End Of Year, Growth Mindset Printables, Bulletin Board Classroom Decor
Rules and Activities: Classroom Management / First Days of School
Holiday & Seasonal, Resources for Teachers, Classroom Management, Holidays, Back To School, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Rules and Activities: Classroom Management / First Days of School Whether managing a kindergarten or an upper elementary classroom, educators understand the pivotal role that effectively established rules play. But creating effective rules is only half the battle; teaching them in a memorable and engaging way remains paramount to success within the classroom. We introduce 'Rules and Activities: Classroom Management / First Days of School' resource packet designed with this challenge in mind. This packet, with 46 pages packed full of instructional content, lays out twelve fundamental classroom rules along with corresponding activities to reinforce each rule into students’ minds. The Rules include: Respectful interaction with educators and peers alike Prompt transition between tasks Maintaining high organizational level within individual spaces such as desks or lockers Cleaning up after oneself in common shared areas like restrooms or lunchrooms Walking orderly in line embracing quietness as an integral part of behavior. This package also encourages practicing humble victories and accepting defeats gracefully—never failing to congratulate classmates nor seeking praises for personal actions but always putting forth the best effort. In addition to these, these resources solidify learning commitment through daily reminder posters. They are available both colorful for adding lively aesthetics into classroom decor , and black-and-white ones promoting ink-saving efficiency. This Effort-centric initiative emphasizing repeat reinforcement during initial weeks is tailored from kindergarten up through fifth-grade needs. Elementary teachers can incorporate these activities into whole-group discussions or small-group breakout sessions while integrating them into their lesson plans during initial days when norms are set establishing harmony from back-to-school chaos usually experienced at beginning. With 'Rules & Activities,' aim for successful early days navigation but also ensure continuous smooth sailing throughout your academic journey. All while nurturing responsible students taking pride over positive behavior inside classrooms which extends seamlessly towards community living outside school boundaries. Turn everyday into an opportunity filled with the joy of learning embedded into well-mannered behavior.
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Classroom Rules, Classroom Management, First Days Of School, Behavior Expectations, Engaging Activities
Letter A Puzzles - Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, October, September, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make learning the letter A fun and interactive with this Letter A Puzzle activity! Designed for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten, this simple resource helps young learners connect the letter “A” with words and pictures that begin with that sound—like “A is for ant.” Each puzzle has two pieces: one with the uppercase and lowercase letter, and the other with a picture and matching word. Kids match the pieces to complete the puzzle, making it a playful way to build beginning sound skills. This is a great hands-on activity for little learners who are just starting their alphabet journey. It’s easy to use, engaging, and perfect for small groups, centers, or early finishers. Ways to Use: Literacy centers or phonics practice Small group work Morning tubs or early finishers One-on-one support Why It’s Helpful: Reinforces beginning sounds and letter recognition Builds early reading confidence Supports matching and visual skills Easy to prep and use (PDF format only) A fun, no-stress way to introduce the letter A and its sound through play and connection!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Beginning Sound, Phonics, Letter Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Centers, Alphabet, Alphabet Puzzles, Beginning Sounds
Color by Pattern Code | ROBOTS
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Holidays, End Of Year, Back To School, Math, Patterns, Early Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Color by Pattern Code | ROBOTS . Searching for an easy going and fun activities worksheets series to use in your classroom centers or hand out as morning work and quiet time / independent practice material ? If your teaching focuses on prewriting, premath and visual perception skills growth with a hint of fun, then you are looking in the right place ! This resource series provides a variety of worksheets for your Pre K, K students and 1st graders to practice : - pencil grip . - hand - eye coordination . - visual perception and attention / concentration - self organization skills . - task management . This Color by Pattern Code | ROBOTS contains pages with ( four ) 4 different ROBOTS . There is a version with all the needed elements included and two versions with elements for you (or your students) to fill in and customise the worksheets, to have many many more available . The series also offers DINOSAURS and MONSTERS themes and shapes, patterns and other codes . The basic goal is for the students to work on the targeted skills with pleasant materials and for you to have a " print and go " resource available . The variety of themes provided in the series ensures choices based on your taste and students' preference . This series has been designed to apply to PreK, K and 1st grade children's needs. The layout is "straight forward" and can be used either as classroom material or as a therapy tool, when working with ones that need visual perception and coordination skills reinforcement . Useful for teachers, special education teachers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists . You might want to apply as worksheets or create task cards and mini books for your centers or hand out as homework . Excellent for Back to School and Holidays activities . 12 - page pdf . On WORDS ASIDE you can find a great variety ( with colored and black and white versions ) of relevant resources to build on your basic math, language and communication teaching materials, with many of them suitable for screen display to avoid printing costs and fuss . Enjoy the process and the progress that follows !
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Coloring, Attention, Premath, Independent Work, Centers, Back To School, Math Stations, Color By Code, Robot, Words Aside
New Friends at School - Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
New Friends at School is a warm and relatable reading passage that helps young students feel more comfortable about starting school and meeting new classmates. The story follows a student who feels a little nervous on the first day but soon learns that making friends can be simple, and fun. With short sentences and easy-to-understand words, it’s a great choice for early readers in kindergarten through second grade. How You Can Use It: Read it during the first week of school to start a conversation about friendship. Use it in small groups to support reading practice and social skills. Assign it as independent work or a take-home activity. Include it in your literacy centers or for early finishers. Pair it with a lesson on kindness, emotions, or class rules. Why It’s Helpful: Helps students connect with real feelings and situations. Encourages kindness, sharing, and making new friends. Includes five easy comprehension questions to check understanding. Uses age-appropriate language for young readers. No prep needed, just print and go. Supports both reading growth and social-emotional learning. New Friends at School is a thoughtful and easy way to help your students feel welcome, supported, and ready to learn.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Reading, August Reading, September Reading, First Day Of School Activities
Going Back to School!
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Going Back to School: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource for New Academic Year Going Back to School is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to maximize the first few weeks of the new school year by helping teachers get acquainted with their students. This resource offers a series of captivating activities and tasks that are simple, yet effective in revealing various facets about students’ interests, personalities, daily routines, and academic goals. Total Pages & Format: Comprising a total of 20 pages in PDF format Modules Include: 'Some Things About Me' 'My School Goals' 'Starting Your School Day' 'After Your School Day' 'Word Association Activities' The intriguingly exciting 'Creative Word Make' Dual Color Modes: Each vibrant activity can also be printed in black and white. Tasks Flexibility: This teaching resource allows for easy integration into varying teaching styles making it suitable for solo work, partner assignments, or small group discussions. Suitable Grades: An ideal fit for Grades 3 through 6. A Unique Approach towards Learning! This ready-to-go teaching tool focuses on enriching student-teacher relationships while fostering an inclusive classroom culture right at outset thereby stimulating proactive learning journeys all year round!
Author Journeys In Learning
Tags Back To School, Ice-breaker Activities, Student Engagement, Classroom Culture, Academic Goals
Color By Number - Zombie Halloween - Coloring Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, 4th Of July, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, Columbus Day, Easter, End Of Year, First Day of School, Halloween, Hanukkah, Hispanic Heritage Month, Kwanzaa, Labor Day, Last Day of School, Leap Day, New Year's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day, Women's History, April, August, December, February, January, July, March, May, June, November, October, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Math, Calculus, Early Math, Counting, Numbers, Shapes, Patterns, Geometry, Graphing, Infant, Toddler, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Brace yourself for a delightfully spooky time with the Color By Number: Zombie Halloween Shape Coloring Activity! This isn’t your average coloring page, it’s a chance to bring a quirky, slightly creepy zombie to life, all without anyone jumping out and yelling “boo!” As you color along, you’ll get that Halloween thrill without the need to run for cover. Each section of this lovable ghoul is numbered, guiding you to create the perfect Halloween zombie, complete with greenish skin, ragged clothes, and maybe even a missing tooth or two (it’s hard being a zombie, after all). Just grab your colors, match the numbers, and watch as your masterpiece creeps to life one shade at a time. No brain-eating required! Perfect for classrooms, Halloween parties, or anyone who loves a little monster fun without the mess, this activity keeps it lighthearted. By the time you’re done, you’ll have a not-so-scary zombie that’s equal parts funny and festive. So if you’ve ever dreamed of coloring your own Halloween creature but could do without the cobwebs and graveyard mud, this one’s for you. Unleash your creativity, get in the spooky spirit, and give this zombie the colorful “afterlife” it deserves! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring Pages, Color By Number, Numbers, Fall Craft, Fall Math, Winter Craft, Summer Craft, Spring Craft, Halloween Craft, Halloween Coloring Pages
Back to School Friendship Study
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Back to School Friendship Study The Back to School Friendship Study is a teaching resource designed with the intention of helping kids in their initial academic years; specifically, the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades, enhance their social and reading skills at the start of a school year. The theme revolves around friendship, utilizing elements from 'Peanut Butter and Cupcake', an engaging children story about finding friends. The book can either be bought via Amazon or viewed for free on YouTube. A Comprehensive Lesson Plan This comprehensive lesson plan provides students with activities that delve deeper into exploring various aspects of friendship. A central objective is to stimulate creative thinking about what they expect from friendships while also understanding each other better within their class context. Spirited discussions about each individual's expectations from friendships ensure enjoyable learning experiences. Promotes more profound interpersonal relationships within your class Focused Reading Skills-Building Activities The prime focus remains on developing essential reading skills such as retelling a story along with comprehension questions aiming at fostering analytical thinking among young learners. The academics-focused efforts coupled with personal interactive sessions based on peer interactions make a balanced platform for students’ overall growth – both educational & social! Versatile Nature & Wide Usability This study unit has been primarily designed considering back-to-school periods or holiday subjects - however it fits perfectly fine throughout the year due to its versatile nature! As printable PDF files containing various types of student-oriented activities skillfully crafted towards instilling vital abilities crucial for kids. It's essential we remind our children often -We don't eat our classmates-, but equally significant is reminding them they can support each other and grow together. The Back To School Friendship Study teaching resource harmoniously meshes learnings focused on human relationship-building as well as efforts aiming at academic improvement - thereby promising not just character development but also consistent pedagogic enhancements under guidance by dedicated educators like you!
Author Teach With Baker
Tags Friendship Study, Reading Skills, Relationship-Building, Analytical Thinking, Peer Interaction
Tally Marks Counting Practice - 1 to 10
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Math, Early Math, Basic Operations, Counting, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Count Tallies - Tally Marks Practice is a simple and engaging worksheet designed to help young learners understand tally marks and number recognition. Students count the tally marks in each box and write the matching number. It’s a no prep activity that’s perfect for practicing counting in fives and developing early math skills. I created this resource to give students an easy way to practice tally marks without feeling overwhelmed. It works great for independent work, early finishers, math centers, or even homework. I’ve used it in my own classroom, and it’s always a hit because it feels more like a game than a worksheet. How you can use it: Morning work or bell ringer Math stations or centers Independent seatwork Homework or review Quick assessment Why teachers love it: Helps students count by 5s and 1s Reinforces the visual grouping of tally marks Builds number writing confidence No prep, just print and use! This activity is best suited for kindergarten or first grade, but it can be used as a quick review for older students who need a refresher. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Tally Marks, Counting, Numbers, First Grade Math, Back To School, Back To School Math, Math Worksheets, Math Activities, September Activities
Beginning Sounds - Phonics Practice
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, ESL, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Seasons, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor
Help your students build strong phonics skills with this Beginning Sounds – Phonics Practice resource! Designed for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, and early first grade, these worksheets give children the chance to listen to sounds, identify initial letters, and connect pictures to their starting sounds. It’s a great way to support early reading and phonemic awareness in a fun and engaging format. Ways to Use: Daily phonics practice or morning work Small group reading instruction Literacy centers or independent work Homework or take-home review Assessment or intervention for struggling learners Advantages: Builds early phonemic awareness Helps children hear and recognize beginning letter sounds Supports vocabulary growth through picture-word matching Reinforces letter-sound correspondence Easy to use, just print and go (PDF format only) Great for visual and hands-on learners Each worksheet includes clear visuals and simple directions, allowing students to circle, trace, match, or write the beginning sound of familiar objects. This resource makes it easier for teachers to provide consistent, focused phonics practice while keeping students motivated. A must-have for early literacy instruction and foundational reading skills! Pdf file includes 6 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Beginning Sound, Phonics, Phonics Activities, Beginning Sounds, Cvc Words, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Spelling, Literacy Centers
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
Art Project All About Me Artist Set
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Holidays, Back To School, Fine Arts, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Projects, Activities
Use this artist pack for back to school fun or anytime throughout the year. The drawing activities and prompts are great conversation starters among students. In addition, students will be challenged to think creatively. Use this creative activity resources for a pumpkin theme unit study or during the autumn and fall season. There are 8 pages of fun and no prep creative activities including drawing, coloring, and writing pages that will keep your students engaged, thinking creatively and critically, and practicing problem solving skills. Great for elementary and middle school age and to use during morning time, sub days, individual or group work and more. You have the flexibility to use the pages together or as a stand alone. Your learners will enjoy creating and you will enjoy watching their imagination put on paper. For more creative ideas, visit Doodle Thinks website. Included in this download: 3 All About Me Pages. 5 Starter Drawing Prompts. 2 Creative Selfie Activities. For Personal and Educational Use Only. Like this resource?Check out more fun creative activities to use in your classroom or homeschool learning day! Valentine's Day Fun Pack - Creative Art and Writing Activities Christmas Drawing and Coloring Activity Pack Copy Cat (Echo Art) Drawing Prompts Thank you for downloading Doodle Thinks resources and have fun creating!
Author Doodle Thinks
Tags All About Me, Drawing, Drawing Prompts
Long and Short Vowels – Cut and Paste 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 Long and Short Vowel Sound – Cut and Paste Activity is a hands-on phonics resource that helps young learners practice sorting and identifying vowel sounds. Students cut out a set of words and decide whether each word contains a long or short vowel sound. Then, they paste the words into the correct column or category on the worksheet. This activity supports phonemic awareness, word recognition, and fine motor development all in one! Perfect for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and ESL students, this resource makes vowel sound practice engaging and interactive. It's a great way to reinforce the difference between long and short vowel sounds while allowing students to work independently or in small groups. Ways to Use: Phonics or literacy centers Independent seatwork or morning work Homework or take-home phonics review Intervention groups or early finishers Assessment for vowel sound recognition Advantages: Encourages critical thinking through sorting Reinforces long and short vowel identification Provides hands-on learning through cutting and pasting Supports visual and tactile learners Easy to prepare and use multiple times Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Phonics, Vowels, Short Vowels, Long Vowels, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics Activities, Literacy, Back To School Literacy
Short A Rhyming Words - Back to School Activities
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
Short A Rhyming Words – Back to School Activities is a fun and simple way to help little ones practice rhyming with the short “a” sound. Designed for Kindergarten and 1st graders, kids read words on a cute backpack graphic and then circle the ones that rhyme. It’s a perfect back-to-school activity that builds important reading skills without feeling like a drill. How you can use it: In small groups or literacy centers during those busy first weeks Independent work or homework that’s quick and easy Morning work to get kids focused and ready for the day A quick warm-up before phonics lessons Something for early finishers to stay engaged Works great for both in-person and virtual teaching Why teachers like it: Focuses on the short “a” sound, helping kids hear patterns in words Combines reading and listening in a way that keeps kids interested The backpack theme adds a seasonal, back-to-school vibe that kids enjoy Super easy to prep, just print and hand out Helps build vocabulary and spelling skills Flexible for different skill levels and learning styles Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Rhymes, Rhyming Words, Phonics, Short A, Short Vowels, Short Vowels Worksheets, Cvc, Cvc Words, Back To School, Back To School Activities
Back to School Activity Bundle for Getting to Know Each Other
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 5, 6, Activities
It’s time to think about the new school year, my Back to SchoolActivities for Getting to Know Each Other will be helpful whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just beginning. All of us anticipate the first day with mixed emotions. This resource is something that will get you started. I’ve been thereso many times, as a 6th grade teacher, you’d think it would get easier. It doesn’t really, and the first day IS the hardest for me. If you’re anything like me, you think about learning names, showing them how to open lockers, what to do for the few hours before you change classes, should they get homework the first day, and so much more. Asking themwhat they did over the summer just doesn’t do it for you. You’re looking for some unique ice-breakers that will take up some time and engage your students. Annnnd you want to know what makes them tick. If this sounds like you, fear not, I’ve got you covered. Everything you need is here in this neat little package. I promise that youWILLget to know your students. ✎Objectives:✎ ✎To help children and teacher get to know each other ✎To share something about themselves ✎To improve listening skills ✎ Assessment of writing skills ✎Assess ability to answer oral and written questions ☝EXPERTS SAY:☝ ☝Create some getting to know you activities ☝Make this the day to learn about your students and visa-versa ☝Come up with some ice-breakers to make the kids feel at home ☝Show them around the school ☝Be firm but kind and let them know you’ll be there for them. ☝Give them an engaging and fun homework assignment ☝If everything doesn’t go just perfect, no worries, you have the rest of the year. It just means you'reFLAWESOMEand that'sOK. ❤What other teachers are saying about this resource ❤ ❤ “Thank you so much for making this wonderful resource!! We can't wait to use it in our schooling.” by Sarah B ❤ “Love this.” by Melinda M ✎ This is what you’ll get: ✎ ✎Complete lesson plans ✎Getting to know you Youtube link & lyrics ✎Large apple information and name tags for bulletin board ✎Small apple information and name tags for younger students to wear or put on their books ✎Apple cards for desks ✎32 SCOOT + 4 Blank game cards & answer sheets ✎Cards with questions ✎How to open a locker ✎All About Me ✎Homework or classroom questions ✎Writing prompts ✎Writing rubric ✎Family trees ✎Crossword puzzle, clues & answers ✎Product links ✎Contact information ✎Now for a bit of my story:✎ I remember the year that I had a child come into my classroom with the worst record, he was argumentative, talkative, had trouble focusing, so many things were against him. Long story short, as soon as he walked into the room, I knew I was gonna like him, he just a twinkle in his eye and I loved his personality. . He was placed in the top group, did his work, and was an honor student. Sure he was outgoing, talkative, and questioned everything, but he was a wonderful individual who really cared about learning and his fellow students. Moral of the story:Wait to know the child a little before you look at previous records. If they’re negative, take it with a grain of salt. Give everyone a chance and form your own opinion. ☞Check out what other customers have bought☜ Back to School SCOOT Game and More Fall Writing Prompts (6-8). Writing & History Prompts for Martin Luther King Jr. (5-8). A Year of Graphic Organizers Be a Grammar Rock Star No Prep (5-6). ※ Lessons to engage, challenge, excite and be remembered long after they’ve left your classroom. ※ Copyright©2016 Deann Marin (Socrates Lantern) All rights reserved by author. This product is to be used by the original purchaser only. Copying for more than one teacher or classroom, or for an entire department, school, or school system is prohibited. This product may not be distributed or displayed digitally for public view, uploaded to school or district websites, distributed via email, or submitted to file sharing sites. Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Intended for single classroom and personal use only.
Author Socrates Lantern
Tags Back To School, SCOOT Game, Family Tree, Homework, Autumn
Color Crowns A Fun and Educational Activity for Preschoolers to Learn!
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Resources for Teachers, Classroom Management, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 5, Activities, Crafts
Color Crowns: A Fun Activity for Preschoolers to Learn Colors Color Crowns is a fun and educational activity to help preschoolers learn colors. Children will strengthen color recognition abilities, practice fine motor skills, and express creativity while decorating crown templates with crayons, markers, or stickers. Once personalized with colors and designs, students can wear their color crowns proudly. Educators can take the learning further with a color matching game using blocks, pom poms, or other manipulatives. This Color Crowns resource promotes independent or whole group participation with multiple printed crown templates ready for decorating and colorful discovery. Students will be engaged and delighted wearing their customized crowns.
Author Style Your Classroom
Tags Classroom Decorations, Engaging Back To School Art Projects For Kids, Classroom Decoration Ideas For First Day Of Schoo, Back To School Crafts, Colorful Crown Templates For Kids, Crown Activities For Elementary Students, Colorable Crown, First Day Of School Crowns, First Day Activities, Printable Crowns