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Fall Activities
Capture the essence of autumn with fall activities that bring the season into your classroom. This collection includes leaf-themed art, harvest science experiments, and seasonal storytelling. By integrating these activities into your teaching, you can connect students with nature and make learning relevant to the changing world around them.
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Fall Beginning Sound Clip Cards
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities
These phonics clip cards for beginning sound make a wonderful fall or autumn fine motor literacy center for preschoolers and kindergartners. Students will gain practice in recognizing the beginning sounds of words as well as identifying beginning blends and digraphs using real photographic images. What is included: There are 11 beginning sound cards There are 2 beginning digraph cards There are 4 beginning blend cards There are 2 beginning trigraph cards The cards are differentiated for students who need more support in figuring out the beginning sound of each picture. One set includes the word typed out with the beginning sound, blend or digraph missing for the student to identify. The other set just has the real picture for the student to identify its beginning sounds. How to Use: Students will look at the picture on each clip card and say the word that is represented by the picture. The student will then use a clip to mark the correct beginning sound, beginning blend or beginning digraph. Once completed, the beginning sound clip cards and clips can be easily stored inside a task box. When to Use: Literacy Center - The teacher can place the clip cards and clips in a literacy center for students to complete independently or with a partner. Small Group Activity - The teacher can pull aside small groups of students who need more practice identifying beginning sounds. Morning Tubs or Baskets - The cards and clips can be placed inside a morning bin for students to work on as their classmates arrive to class. These phonics clip cards are a great, low prep, fine motor task for teachers to create for students. The clip cards just need to be printed and cut apart. The teacher can choose to laminate the cards for durability. If you like this fall beginning sounds, be sure to check out these other fall resources: Fall Dot Painting Fine Motor Activity Fall Alphabet Puzzles Fall Counting Clip Cards
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Beginning Sounds, Fall Beginning Sounds, Autumn Literacy Center, Literacy Task Cards, Phonics Clip Cards
Fall Alphabet Match Game – Uppercase and Lowercase Letter Center
Holiday & Seasonal, ESL, Language Development, ELA, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Children’s Literature, Literature, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Word Problems
Fall Alphabet Match Game Uppercase and Lowercase Letter Center Spot It Style Cards for Early Literacy This fall-themed alphabet game is a playful way for students to practice uppercase and lowercase letters. The activity is based on a “find the match” system: each card has exactly one letter in common with another card, and students have to be the first to spot it. I have used this kind of game format with kindergarten and first grade, and it usually gets the whole group involved quickly. The set includes 93 cards in total, divided into three different versions of 31 cards each. There are round cards, hexagons, and squares. I usually prepare the square version when I need something quick to cut, but the round cards feel more like a traditional game and always catch students’ attention. The hexagons are a nice option if you want a different look. Each card shows six pictures, with the letters hidden among them, so students have to focus closely to find the match. This type of activity works well for building letter recognition, both uppercase and lowercase. It also helps with visual perception, concentration, and taking turns in a group setting. In my classroom, I sometimes keep the game in a literacy center, and other times I use it as a quick warm-up before a reading lesson. It is flexible enough to use in small groups, partner work, or even as an early finisher option. The set also comes with tally sheets, which give students an extra chance to record their letters and practice writing. Some of my students liked keeping track of their matches this way, which turned the game into a mix of play and writing practice. Preparation is simple: print the cards, cut them apart, and laminate if you want them to last longer. Once made, they store easily in a small envelope or box and can be used again each fall. This resource is designed for kindergarten and the early grades, but older students sometimes enjoy it as a quick challenge too. The fall theme makes it seasonal, without being too spooky, so it works well throughout September, October, and November . Warm regards, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags ESL, Game, Educational Card Games, ABC, Elementary, Letters, Alphabet, Alphabet Memory, Spot It, Fall
Fall Alphabet Memory Game – Uppercase ABC Cards
Holiday & Seasonal, ESL, Language Development, ELA, Spelling, Pre-Reading, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Word Problems
Fall Alphabet Memory Game – Uppercase ABC Cards ABC Picture Cards for Letter Recognition and Word Building This fall alphabet memory game is made with uppercase letters only, from A to Z. Each card shows one bold capital letter together with a simple fall picture, such as B with bat or P with pumpkin . I started using it at the beginning of the school year when my kindergarten class was just learning capital letters, and it quickly became a favorite activity. There are six complete decks of 29 cards each. I like having more than one set because I can give different groups their own deck and avoid cards getting mixed together. The most common way we use the cards is as a memory game, where children flip them over and look for pairs. But there are many other options: putting the alphabet in order on the rug, matching letters I call out, or using a single card as a starting point for a quick word game. The focus on uppercase only makes this resource useful for beginners. Students who are still getting comfortable with print can concentrate on learning one letter form at a time. English learners also benefit from the clear images, since they can connect the picture with the letter sound without feeling overwhelmed. Preparation is simple. Print, cut, and, if you want the cards to last, laminate them. I store mine in small envelopes so they are easy to grab during literacy centers, small group rotations, or as an option for early finishers. The autumn theme makes them seasonal, but the skills they reinforce—recognizing uppercase letters, matching letters with sounds, and developing early vocabulary—are important throughout the year. Warm regards, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags ESL, Foreign Languages, Game, Educational Card Games, ABC, Elementary, Letters, Alphabet, Alphabet Memory, Fall
Roll and Draw A Pickle Pal Game Sheet November Silly Holiday Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Fine Arts, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games, Projects
Roll and Draw A Pickle Pal Game Sheet with Border Drawing Page | Celebrate Pickle Day on November 14 | Art and Drawing Activity Looking for a fun activity for November or to celebrate Pickle Day on November 14? Try this adorable pickle pal no-prep interactive drawing game! This engaging art activity combines drawing and coloring , making it perfect for both seasoned artists and reluctant drawers. Just grab a dice and some blank paper to captivate your students with this self-directed drawing activity, which can be done individually, with a partner, or as a whole class. Perfect for adding some creativity to your November lessons! Ideal for enhancing creativity! 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: 1Pickle Pal Roll and Draw Game Sheet 1 Border Drawing Page Like this resource? Check out more roll and draw games: Roll and Draw A Grumpy Nightcrawler Roll and Draw A Flower Box Garden Roll and Draw A Sweet Gingerbread House Roll and Draw A Circle Reindeer Roll and Draw A Spring Rainbow Roll and Draw A Bird Design Roll and Draw A Zany Turkey Roll and Draw a Happy Cactus Freebie Thank you for downloading Doodle Thinks resources and have fun drawing!
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Tags Roll And Draw, Dice Game, Art Activity, Drawing Activity, Art Enrichment, Art Supplement, Art Integration, Silly Holiday, Pickle Day, November Activity
Watercolor Backgrounds – 10 Designs for Teaching Materials and Crafts
Common Core, Creative Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Resources for Teachers, Montessori, Homeschool Templates, Homeschool Curriculum, Activities, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Teacher Tools, Word Walls, Banners, Door Decor, Presentations, Crafts
Watercolor Backgrounds – 10 Designs for Teaching Materials and Creative Projects (A4 Format) PNG + PDF Over the years, I’ve realized how much a soft and thoughtfully chosen background can influence the overall tone of a worksheet, project, or presentation. Especially when working with younger learners—or just trying to break away from the usual black-and-white documents—a watercolor-style background can make materials feel calmer, more inviting, and a little more special. This set includes 10 hand-designed watercolor backgrounds , all created by me in Procreate. They’re simple, versatile, and gentle in color, making them easy to combine with your own content—whether you're designing a worksheet, setting up a presentation, or putting together printable materials like task cards or signs. Each background comes in two formats : – PNG (with transparent or clean edges – ideal for digital work) – PDF (quick and ready to print) What you can use them for: – Designing worksheets or templates for student work – Presentation slides (PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva...) – Game cards or instruction sets – Greeting cards or classroom posters – Backdrops for reflection or writing pages – And much more I’ve personally used them for everything from laminated instructions at learning centers to cover pages for student portfolios. The soft watercolor look adds warmth without being distracting—and pairs well with both playful and more serious content. Usage notes: These backgrounds are available for private and classroom use , and you may also use them commercially within the educational field (e.g. in your own teaching materials), as long as your own content is clearly visible and credit is given (by naming me as the creator or linking to my store). Please don’t resell or distribute the files as standalone images. Have fun using these designs to give your materials a personal and creative touch. – Heike from @Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Custom Classroom Materials, Classroom Management, Wallpaper, Background, TIFF, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements, Craft Project, Creative Projects, Crafts
Seasonal Math Activities - Fall: Standards-Based Skill-Builders with Seasonal Themes
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Seasonal Math Activities - Fall: Standards-Based Skill-Builders with Seasonal Themes This resource is specially designed to aid educators in introducing students from Grade 1 to Grade 3 to fundamental math concepts in an engaging way. By integrating elements of the fall season and holidays, these activities are both instructive and fun. Product Overview: The product provides an assortment of creative, hands-on math tasks that merge education with recreation. Teachers can use this resource to transform the traditional classroom setting into one filled with fall-inspired games and projects linked closely to children's literature pieces about autumn. With fifty ready-to-print pages provided as a PDF file at your fingertips, every session will unfold smoothly without the need for lengthy preparations or extensive material requirements. Each activity includes a detailed list of necessary items Included clear directions for simple execution by all teachers Coverage: Coverage extends across a vast range of foundational math skills kids should master during their early academic years. This product imparts knowledge through an immersive approach where kids learn while having fun—whether it's through addition or subtraction games played amid golden leaves or measuring exercises involving pumpkins! Key Topics Covered: Addition and Subtraction games Measuring exercises Estimation of quantities Data representation using graphs In essence, this toolkit can be used not only in classrooms but also by homeschooling parents as part of curriculum enrichment or even supplementary homework assignments. "Seasonal Math Activities - Fall provides educators a unique yet effective means of bringing autumn into classrooms—blending merriment associated with seasonal festivities alongside enlightening educational content designed systematically catered toward young students' learning needs."
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Holiday Project, Literature, Math Activities, Fall Crafts, Subtracting
Fall Counting Cards 1-20
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Fall Counting Cards 1-20 is a leaf-themed, autumn activity perfect for preschoolers and kindergartners learning early numeracy. Students will love counting real objects up to 20 using engaging, differentiated counting cards. The resource includes 20 counting cards with tens frames to guide students placing manipulatives, building one-to-one correspondence. An additional 20 cards without guiding tens frames allow advanced students to freely count objects. Cards can be used for whole group lessons, small groups, morning tubs, or assessment . As students count, they will build number sense, counting fluency, and fine motor skills. With just printing and laminating, these versatile cards are ready for math centers, individual practice, partner work, or homework. This low-prep resource saves teachers' time while giving preschool and kindergarten students engaging, seasonal math practice.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Autumn Counting, Fall Counting, Counting Objects, Counting To 20, Counting To Twenty, Tens Frames, Counting Ten Frames
Día de los Muertos Reading Comprehension Passage and Craft for 4th-7th
Creative Arts, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, October, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Crafts, Activities, Worksheets
Día de los Muertos Reading Comprehension Passage and Craft Activities for Grades 4th to 7th What’s inside? I created this resource with grades 4th to 7th in mind because I wanted something that makes cultural learning easy to understand, but still interesting for older elementary and middle-grade students. While designing it, my goal was to give students a chance to read, think, discuss, and create - all in one meaningful lesson. This resource includes: A reading comprehension passage that compares Día de los Muertos (Mexico) and Shradh (India) A small set of Día de los Muertos vocabulary words Pictures of both Día de los Muertos and Shradh ceremonies to support understanding A simple mask-making craft activity A scrapbook/collage project for team work A certificate you can award to students when they finish Resource features I wrote the passage to help students notice how both traditions honor their ancestors in different ways. The vocabulary list gives students a quick introduction to important terms before reading. Pictures of both traditions make the topic easier to discuss, especially for students who are seeing these celebrations for the first time. The mask-making activity gives students a fun way to connect with the lesson through art. The scrapbook/collage project encourages team work, creativity, and discussion. The activities and wording are age-appropriate for grades 4 - 7. Clear instructions are included so teachers, parents, and homeschoolers can use it without extra preparation. How to use this resource? Reading Comprehension: Students can read the passage and answer questions that help them compare and contrast both traditions. Group Work: You can divide the class into teams to complete the scrapbook or collage activity. Craft Time: The mask-making activity can be used during art time or as a fun cultural extension. Cultural Studies: This set works well in lessons about traditions, celebrations, family, or world cultures. Who Can Use It? For teachers it is a ready to use resource for literacy lessons, cultural studies, or creative classroom projects. Homeschoolers: Easy step by step activities that make cultural learning hands-on and enjoyable will guide the homeschoolers to use this resource efficiently. For parents this resource is a simple way to support reading skills and introduce cultural diversity at home. This resource helps students practice comprehension while also learning how different cultures remember and celebrate loved ones. It’s a complete and meaningful activity set that encourages both learning and creativity. Dia de los Muertos, Shradh, India, Mexico, reading comprehension, unseen passage, cultural traditions, craft activities, mask making, team projects, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, homeschool activities, teacher resources, ESL, ELA, art and craft, Day of the Dead, cultural studies
Author FlashKart
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Tags Dia De Los Muertos, Reading Comprehension Passage, Middle School Reading, 4th Grade Reading, ELA, Comparative Essay Reading, Informative Essay Reading, Seasonal, Day Of The Dead
Fall Mazes (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
Maze Series This maze series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set features a clear, kid-friendly theme with scene-based mazes that students first navigate, then complete by drawing a few target words from a simple word list. Pages come in varied styles and graduated difficulty, with an optional “color it in” step—and some themes invite quick calculations to match the task. These mazes are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher bins, centers, sub plans, or home learning extensions. The playful, structured format builds problem-solving, attention to detail, and fine-motor control while reinforcing themed content in a motivating way. Note: Unlike many themed products, not all word-list words appear on the maze pages. To support full vocabulary coverage, we’ve released a companion word list you can find in the links section. Fall Word List 1. Fall Harvest Pumpkin, Squash, Apple, Corn, Scarecrow, Orchard, Haystack, Harvest 2. Changing Leaves Foliage, Maple, Crimson, Rust, Golden, Oak, Canopy, Scarlet, Leaf pile 3. Fall Holidays & Traditions Costume, Feast, Gratitude, Turkey, Lantern, Parade, Harvest, Bonfire 4. Crisp Fall Weather Chilly, Sweater, Bonfire, Breeze, Mist, Frost, Crisp, Drizzle 5. Animals in Autumn Squirrel, Acorn, Hedgehog, Migrate, Den, Flock, Porcupine, Burrow, Hibernation 6. Fall Activities Hayride, Cider, Football, Maze, Raking, Festival, Hike, Scavenger hunt PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Mazes Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Literacy or STEM centers Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Fall Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORD SEARCHES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Mazes Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Mazes PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Mazes in Depth Structure Each maze is crafted around a focused sub-theme. Students navigate the maze, encountering branches and cul-de-sacs that build attention and planning. Most pages include a tiny follow-up box—students draw or label 2–3 target words from a small word box, add a quick count, or color in the scene—so the activity reinforces both content and skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A themed maze page. A simple student instruction strip. An answer key showing the solved path for teacher support or self-checking Themes Included These mazes cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math-Lite Connections (e.g., quick counts, number words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects students’ real-life experiences and interests while strengthening problem-solving, visual scanning, and fine-motor control in a playful, highly visual way. Easy extensions (optional): Time it: solve once in pencil, then try to beat the time in pen Retell the route using sequence words (first, next, then, finally) Count intersections or turns and graph the results Write a 1–2 sentence mini-story about the scene using the target words Design a tiny maze in the corner for a partner to solve Differentiation tips: Offer a finger-trace pass before pencils for emerging learners Highlight the borders of the correct region on first attempts Use thicker-line versions or simpler pages to build confidence Pair roles: “navigator” gives directions; “driver” traces the path For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Fall, Autumn, Fall Harvest, Fall Activities, Fall Weather, Autumn Mazes, Fall Mazes, Mazes
Apple Science Experiment - Observing Apples
Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Basic Science, Science, Nature & Plants, Life Sciences, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Experiments, Activities
Make learning about apples fun with this apple science experiment. Students will practice making predictions, conducting an experiment, and recording their results with this apple observation experiment. What is Included: There is a detailed instructional page that provides detailed instructions for the experiment, a materials list needed, and any special tips or optional activities to complete with this experiment. There is a recording page with easy to follow directions for students to draw or color their predictions and record the results of the experiment. There are two journaling pages students can use to record their results and write about what they observed during the experiment. One journal page includes picture clues to guide students in their responses, while the other is a simple journal page for students to draw whatever they wish and then write their responses. What is the Experiment? This experiment is an apple observation. An apple will be cut into fourths and placed in different environments for students to observe what happens to the apple slices after a set period of time. This experiment allows students to observe the oxidation process in an apple. How to Use: Students can work in small groups of 2 or 3 to complete this experiment. The teacher may also choose to lead the experiment with the whole group of students. Each method allows students to make predictions and record results on their own. This science experiment is perfect for young learners. The easy to follow instructions and scaffolded recording and journaling pages help students through completing the experiment. While setting up the experiment does take material and time to do, the recording pages and journaling pages are no-prep, making this an easy activity to prepare for students. The low prep experiment is a great addition to any busy classroom or home school environment.
Author The Connett Connection
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Tags Apple Science, Apple Science Experiments, Science Experiment, Elementary Science, 1st Grade Science Experiments, Kindergarten Experiments, Kindergarten Science Projects, Science Experiments For Kids
fall word search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade worksheet activity
Vocabulary, Language Development, ELA, Spelling, Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities, Word Searches, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Welcome this time of coziness and warmth with this Fall Word Search! 🍎🍂 Students will have fun searching for words related to autumn while practicing skills in spelling and scanning text. This low prep, printable activity combines seasonal enjoyment with literacy skills and would be a great addition to any classroom activity in the fall. Objectives: This activity can support students to: - learn and recognize vocabulary related to fall 🍂 - continue to learn spelling and recognize words ✏️ - improve focus and attention to detail 👀 - develop an appreciation for seasonal activities 🍁 Sequence of Events/Steps 1️⃣ Distribute Fall Word Search printable worksheet. 2️⃣ Review the list of words and introduce words of the season 3️⃣ Students search for the words and circle or highlight the words as they find them. 4️⃣ After words have been found, discuss words and connect them to activities or traditions in the fall. 5️⃣ Use the answer key provided to check for accuracy too! Grades/Age: Geared towards 2nd-5th grade students! 🌟 Ways for This to be Implemented: This simple activity is perfect for independent work, centers, students that complete work and wait, activities to engage with partner, days when a substitute is needed, during seasons of celebration, and for morning work 🙂. Answer Keys: ✅ Supplied answer keys for easy correction and self-checking How to Use and Variations: Timed challenge ⏳ - race to see who can finish the puzzle the fastest Partner puzzle 🤝 - work to solve it with another classmate Vocabulary extension ✏️ - write sentences using words from the word search, or fall-themed writing Create-your-own 🧩 - students make their own seasonal word search for you Standards: Helps with some CCSS/ELA vocabulary skills, and makes connections to the season in literacy 📝🍂 File Types & Pages: PDF file, ink-friendly Colored & black & white versions Answer Keys Teacher Encouragement: Bring a little magic of fall into your classroom - this Fall Word Search activity is a great way to combine literacy and seasonal fun all in one activity! 🍁🍎✨
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Tags Fall , Word Search, 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade, Worksheet , Activity, Fall Word Search , Fall Word Search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade , Fall Word Search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade Worksheet , Fall Word Search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade Worksheet Activity, Fall Word Search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade Worksheet Activity Printables
Letter A Beginning Sound Sort - Fall Themed
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Centers
This beginning sound sort for the letter A is a great hands on activity for recognizing the most common sound of the letter A. This is an easy and fun activity to give students who need practice with recognizing the letter A sound from amongst other letter sounds or for those students who need extra practice distinguishing between the initial sounds in words. To complete this sorting activity , students will look at a picture on an acorn to determine if the picture begins with the letter A or does not begin with the letter A, and then the students will place the acorn on the correct squirrel mat. This sorting activity includes 3 pages that contains One squirrel mat for pictures that begin with the letter A One squirrel mat for pictures that do not begin with the letter A Acorn pictures that begin with A Acorn pictures that do not begin with A This beginning sound sort can be used in the following ways Literacy Center: The teacher can place this sort in a literacy center for students to complete. Morning Work: These worksheets make a great, easy to set up activity for students to complete as classmates arrive to class. Quiet Time Activity: Students who do not nap can complete this sort while their classmates rest. Small Group Activity: Teachers can call aside small groups of students who need more help with sound recognition to complete these in a small group setting. Early Finishers: Students who finish their classroom assignments early can help fill the extra time by completing one of these worksheets. Emergency Sub Plans - These easy to assign worksheets allows subs to provide an engaging activity with little effort or planning. If making a file folder game, the teacher will place the mats on either side of the folder and use hook and loop fasteners to sort the acorn pictures. Skills assessed with these letter A initial sound sort Initial Sound of the letter A Distinguishing between words that begin with A and do not begin with A Ability to sort the picture cards on to the correct mat This beginning sounds sorting activity is a low prep activity . All a teacher needs to do is to print the three pages, cut out the picture cards and laminate the pages and cards if desired. The activity is easy to set up and to put away and store. This download includes a PDF with 3 usable pages.
Author The Connett Connection
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Tags Letter Of The Week, Alphabet Activities, Alphabet Centers, Beginning Sounds, Literacy Center, Preschool Literacy Center, Letter A, Letter A Activity
Fall Alphabet Sensory Bin Mats
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Fall Alphabet Sensory Bin Mats Engage young learners in letter recognition practice with this autumn-themed alphabet activity. Students match leaf letter cards to capital and lowercase mats depicting colorful fall scenes. Set up a sensory bin filled with the leaf letter cards for an engaging, hands-on center . Children take out cards one by one, searching for the matching letter on their personal mat. Alternatively, distribute the mats and cards for independent matching tasks. This versatile activity lets learners work alone, in pairs, or a whole group. The eight illustrated mats strengthen alphabet skills and feature real photographs for high interest. Use these durable materials year after year for a fun seasonal activity assessing letter matching abilities. Pair with other fall-themed resources like dot painting fine motor tasks, alphabet puzzles, and counting clip cards for cross-curricular autumn fun.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Sensory Bin, Alphabet Activities, Letter Recognition, Fall Alphabet Activity, Autumn Sensory Bin
Fall Sudoku Game + Solution
Holiday & Seasonal, Months, Seasons, Fall, November, October, September, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Looking for a fun and seasonal way to challenge your students' thinking skills? This Fall Sudoku Game is a great activity to keep students engaged while building their logic and problem-solving abilities. Instead of numbers, the puzzle uses fall-themed images like pumpkins, leaves, and acorns to bring a festive touch to your classroom. It comes with a full solution, so it’s easy to check or use for self-correction. This resource is perfect for middle and high school students and requires little to no prep. Just print and go! It’s a great way to bring autumn fun into your lessons while keeping things educational. Ways to Use: As a morning warm-up or bell-ringer For early finishers In math or logic centers As a quiet activity during transitions For homework or extra credit On sub days when you need something simple and effective Why Teachers Love It: Encourages logical thinking and focus Fun and festive without losing academic value Easy to use and ready to go Great for individual or partner work Works well for a variety of skill levels Pdf file includes 12 pages. Enjoy
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Autumn, Autumn Activities, Fall, Fall Activities, Sudoku, Math, Math Games, Holidays Activities, Brain Games, Puzzles
Christmas Alphabetical Order Puzzles
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Christmas Alphabetical Order Puzzles This Christmas Alphabetical Order Puzzles teaching resource provides students with hands-on practice placing CVC words in alphabetical order by their first letter. What is Included: This set includes 20 real-picture puzzles focused on Christmas themes including 10 puzzles with 5 words each and 10 puzzles with 10 words each. Also included are recording sheets for students to write the words from the puzzles in proper ABC order. These self-correcting alphabetical order puzzles allow students to develop and reinforce this key early literacy skill in a festive way. These Christmas puzzles contain easy to read, decodable words that students can easily read, providing a low stress activity for students to practice the skill of alphabetizing words. The stress free nature of this activity will give teachers a fun lesson for students to practice this skill. When to Use: Literacy Center - Simply place the puzzles and recording pages in a literacy center for students to complete independently or with a partner. Morning Tub or Bins - Place the puzzles in a morning bin for students to complete as their classmates arrive to class. Small Group Activities - The teacher can pull a small group of students aside who need extra practice alphabetizing words to the first letter. The bright images keep young learners engaged. This resource is an engaging and differentiated way for K-2 students to practice alphabetical order. These Christmas alphabetizing puzzles are a low prep option for teachers. Simply print, laminate if desired, and cut out the puzzle pieces. The puzzle pieces can be stored in task boxes so teachers can easily set up the center and students can easily clean up the center. The task box makes this literacy activity very simple to store. Skills Assessed: This Christmas alphabetical order activity assess students ability to place CVC words in alphabetical order to the first letter.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Alphabetical Order, ABC Order, Alphabetical Order Puzzles, Christmas Puzzles, Christmas Activities
Fall Addition Math Station or Center
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Preschool, Grade 1, Centers, Activities
This autumn addition math station or center makes the perfect hands on math activity for kindergartners and first graders to practice addition facts for sums up to 20 using number bonds, tens frames, number lines or number sentences to solve each addition equation using objects as counters. What is Included: Addition Task Cards for sums up to 20 Number Bond Addition Mat Number Sentence Addition Mat Tens Frames Addition Mat Addition Mat with Tens and Ones Number Line Addition Mat up to 10 Number Line Addition Mat up to 20 Optional recording sheet How to Use: To use this fall addition math station, the teacher will choose an addition mat for students to use while solving each addition problem. With the wide variety of addition mats available, the teacher can easily choose one that aligns with the math lesson they are teaching or pair mats for students who need help with various addition strategies. Counters should be provided to assist those students who need extra help with solving each addition equation. Students will take one math fact card at a time and solve it using the counters on their math mat. If the teacher wishes for a written assignment to grade, there is an optional recording sheet for students to record the addition facts they solved. There are a variety of counters that can be used to solve these problems. The teacher can add corn kernels, mini erasers, or other small manipulatives to use as counters. The cards and counters can be easily stored in the same box for an easy to set up, clean up and store math station. When to Use: Math Center - The cards and counters can be placed inside a math center for students to complete. Morning Tub or Baskets - This activity can be added to a morning bin for students to work on while classmates arrive to class. Small Group Activity - The teacher can target addition strategies to select students in small group settings to better assist each child in learning to add. Skills Assessed: Addition using number bonds, tens frames, and number lines. Addition facts up to 20 Addition with objects
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Tens Frames, Number Lines, Number Bonds, Addition Centers, Math Stations, Addition With Objects, Fall Addition, Autumn Addition
Leif and the Fall Book Companion & Read Aloud Activities for Fall
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Title: Leif and the Fall Book Companion & Read-Aloud Activities for Fall This teaching resource is a meticulously planned companion to Merrilee Liddiard's book, Leif and the Fall. It is intended for Grade 1-3 educators, aiding them in engaging their students effectively while exploring this delightful fall-themed story. A key emphasis of this resource lies in its versatility. Activities offered within this package can be utilized according to each student’s unique learning abilities. Not only does it cater to whole group discussions but also enriches small group interactions or individual homework assignments. Main features: Comprehensive themes: The resource makes teaching integral values such as perseverance, determination, creativity, kindness and friendship seamless as these undeniably resonate with autumn’s spirit. Cognitive challenges: The selection of readings tests students' comprehension skills while encouraging text evidence-based reasoning. Vocabulary enhancement: A stronger understanding of vocabulary is developed alongside various literary concepts like cause-effect relationships through well-curated exercises. Intricately Designed Activities: Expect lively classroom sessions full of curiosity with exercises such as 'See Think Wonder'. This and more activities including plot mapping & synonym crosswords are offered within the package. Moreover, personal expressions are encouraged through initiatives like 'Book Review', furthering children's comprehensive development. It should be noted that this resource does . This product aims to save teachers time spent scouring varied high-level resources while promoting active student engagement. Note: This product is a downloadable PDF only. -
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Fall-themed Story, Reading Activities, Comprehension Skills, Character Development, Vocabulary Understanding
Football Alphabet Cards
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables, Games
These football alphabet cards are perfect for students who are learning with a sports theme. They make the perfect tool for students to learn the letters of the alphabet. What is Included: This set includes one capital letter card and one lowercase letter card for each letter. Ways to Use the Cards: Play a matching game by matching the capital letters to the lowercase letters. Attach a paper clip to a letter card and use a magnetic fishing pole to "catch" the letters for a fun fishing game. Use a sand or salt tray for students to practice writing the letters on each card. Have students find the letters that you have hidden around the room for a fun letter hunt. Place the letter cards in alphabetical order. Create a pocket char game where you place the cards on a pocket chart and hide a picture behind one of the letters. The students will guess which letter the hidden picture is behind. Add objects that begin with each letter for students to match to each letter card. When to Use: Literacy Center - Place the cards in a literacy center for students to match independently or with a partner. Morning Tubs or Baskets - Place the cards in a morning bin for students to work on while their classmates arrive to class. Small Group Activities - The teacher can pull aside a small group of students who need extra practice identifying letters to use these cards. These football alphabet cards are a great activity for students to practice letter recognition. They are a low prep activity for teachers to prepare for students. Simply print, cut apart and laminate for durability. These cards can be stored in a task box for easy set up, clean up, and storage. Skills Assessed: These cards, depending on the materials added, can assess both letter recognition of capital and lowercase letters as well as identifying beginning sounds.
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Tags Alphabet Activities, Letter Recognition, Alphabet Games, Alphabet Cards
Fall 2D Shapes Sorting Mats
Holiday & Seasonal, Math, Early Math, Geometry, Fall, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Practice recognizing 2D shapes with these fun fall sorting mats. Students will have fun practicing shape recognition and identifying shapes with these autumn themed sorting mats. What is Included: This resource includes one set of fall tree sorting mats. There are mats for the following shapes: rectangle, triangle, star, heart, circle, pentagon, hexagon, octagon, diamond, rhombus, and square. There are also leaf shapes that students can use to sort onto each tree mat. The bright and colorful nature of these 2D shape sorting mats will keep students engaged while they look for the target shape. The fun fall theme makes these matching mats the perfect autumn themed shape sorting activity for students to practice identifying their basic 2D shapes! How to Use: After choosing the desired sorting mats, students will place the correct spider shapes on the correct mat. Students can work alone or with a partner to complete this sorting activity . Where to Use: Morning Tub or Basket - These sorting mats work well as a morning activity for students to work on as their classmates arrive to class. Math Center - Place the mats and sorting cards in a math center for students to work on matching each shape. Small Group Activity - Teachers can pull aside small groups of students who need extra practice with recognizing or identifying 2D shapes. Quiet Time Activity - Students who do not nap can use these mats to keep themselves quietly occupied while their classmates nap. These sorting mats are no prep. The mats just need to be printed off. The sorting pieces are low prep. The teacher just needs to print off the cards, cut them apart, and place them in the desired area of the classroom. Laminating is optional, for durability. Skills Assessed: Students will practice recognizing and sorting basic 2D shapes
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Tags Hands On Math Center, 2d Shapes, Matching Shapes, Shapes Mats, Identifying Shapes, Recognizing Shapes, Shape Recognition, Fall Shapes
Letter L Beginning Sound Sort - Fall Themed
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Centers
This beginning sound sort for the letter L is a great hands on activity for recognizing the most common sound of the letter L. This is an easy and fun activity to give students who need practice with recognizing the letter L sound from amongst other letter sounds or for those students who need extra practice distinguishing between the initial sounds in words. To complete this sorting activity , students will look at a picture on a leaf to determine if the picture begins with the letter L or does not begin with the letter L, and then the students will place the leaf on the correct tree mat. This sorting activity includes 3 pages that contains One tree mat for pictures that begin with the letter L One tree mat for pictures that do not begin with the letter L Leaf pictures that begin with L Leaf pictures that do not begin with L This beginning sound sort can be used in the following ways Literacy Center: The teacher can place this sort in a literacy center for students to complete. Morning Work: These worksheets make a great, easy to set up activity for students to complete as classmates arrive to class. Quiet Time Activity: Students who do not nap can complete this sort while their classmates rest. Small Group Activity: Teachers can call aside small groups of students who need more help with sound recognition to complete these in a small group setting. Early Finishers: Students who finish their classroom assignments early can help fill the extra time by completing one of these worksheets. Emergency Sub Plans - These easy to assign worksheets allows subs to provide an engaging activity with little effort or planning. If making a file folder game, the teacher will place the mats on either side of the folder and use hook and loop fasteners to sort the leaf pictures. Skills assessed with these letter L initial sound sort Initial Sound of the letter L Distinguishing between words that begin with L and do not begin with L Ability to sort the picture cards on to the correct mat This beginning sounds sorting activity is a low prep activity . All a teacher needs to do is to print the three pages, cut out the picture cards and laminate the pages and cards if desired. The activity is easy to set up and to put away and store. This download includes a PDF with 3 usable pages.
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Tags Letter Of The Week, Alphabet Activities, Alphabet Centers, Beginning Sounds, Literacy Center, Preschool Literacy Center, Letter L, Letter L Activity
Fall Number Flashcards – 0–30 Memory and Sequencing Games
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Seasons, Fall, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Counting, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Word Problems, Centers
Fall Numbers Memory Game Bring autumn fun into your math lessons! This set of fall-themed flashcards gives students repeated practice with numbers from 0 to 30 in a playful and flexible format. I first made these for my kindergarten class, when many of my students still needed support with recognizing numbers and putting them in the right order. The cards worked well because they could be used in so many different ways without having to prepare something new each time. There are 228 cards in total, divided into six full sets with different colored borders. The colors make it easy to keep groups organized, since each table can use a separate set without mixing the cards together. Each card shows a single number in a large, clear font, which helps beginning learners and also supports students who struggle with visual distractions. The cards can be used for memory or matching games, where students flip over two at a time and try to find pairs. Another favorite activity in my class has been sequencing: students work together to lay the cards out from 0 to 30. For more active lessons, we sometimes spread the cards on the floor and have students “walk” the numbers in order, which adds movement to the practice. I also use the cards as simple flashcards, holding them up for quick recognition drills, or handing one card to each student and asking the group to line up in numerical order. With partners, students have created their own math problems using the numbers they draw, which adds a layer of challenge for more advanced learners. Differentiation is built in, since you can choose how many numbers to include. With beginners, I usually work with 0–10. As students grow more confident, I extend to 0–20 and eventually the full 0–30. Adding a timer or encouraging students to say each number out loud when they play can make the activity even more engaging. Preparation is straightforward: print the set you want, cut the cards, and laminate if you plan to reuse them. I keep each set in small envelopes or bags so they are ready for math centers, group games, or quick warm-ups. The fall design adds a seasonal touch, but the number practice is useful all year long. Warm regards, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Foreign Languages, Game, Educational Card Games, Elementary, Fall, Memory, Numbers, Counting, Autumn, Math
Quirky Turkey Desk Name Tag Project
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Quirky Turkey Desk (Tent) Name Tag Paper Craft Project Enjoy this printable paper craft project of a quirky and cute turkey tent/desk name tag for students to personalize. The name tags are available in full color or black and white for coloring . There are three differentiated line options to support emerging writers. Students will reinforce fine motor skills and name recognition through handwriting and coloring , while being able to be creative by adding art details through drawings or designs on their name tag. Ideas to incorporate this fun name tag project during your learning day: There are many ways to use this name tag project such as a classroom or small group presentation, individual activity, reinforcement of letter writing, narratives, or discussions of each learner's name. Consider adding an additional writing activity where students write about why their parents gave them their name. If there is not a special story, encourage students to make up a fun and engaging story. For more creative ideas and resources, visit Doodle Thinks websites. Included in this download: 3 Tent/Desk Name Tag Pages in Black and White 3 Tent/Desk Name Tag Pages in Color For Personal and Educational Use Only Like this resource? Check out these fun craft projects: Sweet Owl Desk Name Tag Project Gingerbread House Desk Name Tag Project Butterfly Desk Name Tag Project Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Dolphin One Page Paper Craft Sweet Ice Cream One Page Paper Craft Silly Surfboard Pal One Page Paper Craft Tranquil Turtle One Page Paper Craft Thank you for supporting Doodle Thinks and have fun crafting!
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Tags Turkey, Thanksgiving, Autumn Activity, Fine Motor Skills, Handwriting Practice, Name Writing, Craft Project, Art Activity, Desk Name Tags
Fall Alphabetical Order Puzzles
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Fall Alphabetical Order Puzzles Engage young learners in practicing alphabetical order with these fall-themed puzzles. Students will build visual scenes featuring autumn vocabulary words, then list those words alphabetically. With bright images of seasonal items like leaves, apples, and scarecrows, these self-correcting puzzles make learning the alphabet entertaining. The resource includes 10 five-word puzzles and 10 ten-word puzzles focused on CVC fall terms. Realistic photos allow early readers to check their own work. Recording sheets are provided for both puzzle types so students can write the properly ordered word lists. These printable alphabetical order activities work well for literacy centers , small groups, morning tubs, or individual practice. By putting autumn vocabulary words in ABC order, children reinforce an essential early reading skill in a fresh, seasonal way.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Halloween Activity, Alphabetical Order, ABC Order, Halloween Puzzles, Alphabetical Order Puzzles
Christmas Letter Puzzles
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Christmas Letter Puzzles What better way to engage preschool and kindergarten students in letter recognition this holiday season than with delightful Christmas tree letter puzzles? These 26 two-piece jigsaw puzzles feature a capital letter on one piece and the corresponding lowercase letter on the other. As students match the pieces to complete each puzzle, they will reinforce letter recognition and matching abilities in a festive way. Use these engaging hands-on puzzles in literacy centers , morning tubs, or as a small group activity. With a variety of implementation options, these printable and reusable puzzles are the perfect tool for assessing and developing early literacy skills in a seasonal way that will delight young learners. This low-prep resource can be printed, laminated, and stored in a task box for students to complete independently while reinforcing capital and lowercase letter recognition.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Letter Puzzles, Alphabet Puzzles, Letter Recognition, Capital Letters, Lowercase Letters, Preschool Puzzles, Christmas Puzzles, Christmas Activities, Christmas Alphabet Activities