3,921 products added recently
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.
Show filters
Fall Domino Game – Numbers and Number Words 0–30
Holiday & Seasonal, Language Development, ELA, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Math, Early Math, Numbers, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Centers
Fall Domino Game Numbers 0–30 and Number Words This autumn domino game is a hands-on way for students to practice both numbers and number words from 0 to 30. I introduced it during the fall term with my grade 1 class, and the students immediately understood the rules because it follows the familiar domino format. The seasonal design added a nice touch, but the main benefit was the repeated practice with connecting numbers and words. The set includes 68 cards in total, with two different versions. One version shows the standard number words, while the second version breaks the words into syllables. I noticed that the syllable version was especially helpful for younger readers or for students who still found longer number words challenging. Words such as “seventeen” or “twenty-four” became easier to read and pronounce when broken down into smaller parts. The game can be adjusted by number range, which makes it easy to differentiate. With beginners, I often start with 0–10 so that the game feels manageable. Later I expand the set to 0–20, and eventually the full 0–30 for more advanced groups. Because of this flexibility, the same set can be reused throughout the year with different levels of learners. There are several ways to play. In small groups, students take turns matching numbers with the correct number words, trying to be the first to play all their cards. In a whole-class setting, I sometimes spread the cards across the floor and let students work together to build one long domino chain. This version turns the game into a collaborative activity and gets everyone moving while still practicing number recognition. Preparation is simple. Print the cards, cut them apart, and laminate them if you want to reuse the set in future years. I keep mine in small envelopes labeled with 0–10, 0–20, and 0–30 so I can quickly pull the right range for each group. The activity works well in math centers, small group rotations, or even as a fun review during October. 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
Rating
Tags ESL, Game, Educational Card Games, Elementary, Math Game, Numbers, Counting, Matching Cards, Domino, Fall
November Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd–3rd Grade | Print + Digital
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, November, Seasons, Fall, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers
Keep your students excited about writing all month long with these November Daily Writing Prompts ! With fun, seasonal themes and a predictable weekly structure, this resource makes it easy to build a consistent writing routine that students look forward to. Perfect for 2nd and 3rd graders , each prompt is engaging, student-friendly, and available in both printable and editable digital formats . 🦃 Weekly November Themes: Tall Tale Monday – Stretch your imagination with silly exaggerations Turkey Tip Tuesday – Share advice, instructions, or helpful tips Wishbone Wednesday – Practice opinion writing with fun choices Thankful Thursday – Reflect on gratitude, kindness, and appreciation Fall Free Write Friday – Seasonal fun with a creative twist 🖨️ What’s Included: ✅ 25 November writing prompts (5 per week) ✅ Printable version with lined space + drawing box ✅ Editable Google Slides™ version for digital writing or distance learning ✅ Black-and-white format for easy printing ✅ Monthly calendar page with all prompts organized at a glance 🧠 Perfect For: Daily journals Morning work Writing centers Sub plans Early finishers
Author A Day In Elementary
Rating
Tags November, Writing Prompts, Writing, Prompts, Daily, Printables, Centers, Worksheets, Digital
Fall Reading Comprehension Comprehension Passage and Questions
Reading, ELA, Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Elementary, Read Alouds, Activities
Autumn, also known as fall, is the season between summer and winter, typically occurring from September to December in the Northern Hemisphere. It is marked by cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the changing color of leaves as they transition from green to vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. Autumn is also associated with harvest time and the preparation for winter. Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate Autumn Season? This reading passage is a great resource for celebrating the Fall Season in schools while practicing reading skills. This educational resource features simple, kid-friendly pages designed to make learning both enjoyable and interactive. Great for homeschooling, classroom education, or extra practice. Number of pages: 8 pages (4 BW + 4 COLOR) Format PDF file size: 8.5*11 Inches If you and your students or your children enjoy using this educational and engaging resource. please rate it and follow my store to be the first to know about my new teaching resources and freebies. Enjoy!
Author Wonderland School
Tags Fall Main Idea, Autumn Main Idea, Fall Reading Activities, Autumn Reading Activities, 2nd Grade Fall, October Read Aloud Comprehension & Activities, Rooted In Reading 2nd Grade Fall, Fall Activities ELA, October Reading Comprehension Checks Passages And Questions, Fall Coloring Pages
No Prep Patriot Day September 11th Bingo Game 9/11 Activities
September, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, History: USA, History, Social Studies, Not Grade Specific, Games, Activities
Honor Patriot Day with a thoughtful, age-appropriate activity that focuses on remembrance, community, and helpers. This print-and-play Bingo game helps students learn key vocabulary and discuss kindness, courage, and teamwork in developmentally appropriate ways. What’s Included In This Bingo Game Pack? 40 Unique Bingo Cards : Featuring Patriot Day-themed symbols and words like “flag,” “hero,” “firefighter,” “memorial,” and “unity.” 30 Calling Cards How To Use Guide for easy understanding 1 Bingo Marker Why You’ll Love It • No prep – just print and play • Encourages respectful discussion and reflection • Builds vocabulary and listening skills • Flexible for whole group, small groups, or centers • Sensitive, age-appropriate framing for elementary learners This Patriot day bingo game is Great For • September 11th classroom observance • Social studies and community helpers lessons • Morning meetings and class circles • Sub plans, early finishers, or family take-home activities Create a calm, meaningful Patriot Day learning moment with this easy-to-use Bingo game that honors courage, service, and community.
Author Perfect_Printables
Rating
Tags Patriot Day Bingo Game, September 11th Classroom Activities, 9/11 Bingo Printable, Patriot Day Activities, September 11th Remembrance Game, No Prep Patriot Day Worksheets, Patriot Day Classroom Games, Patriot Day Remembrance Activities
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
Rating
Tags Foreign Languages, Game, Educational Card Games, Elementary, Fall, Memory, Numbers, Counting, Autumn, Math
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
Rating
Tags Custom Classroom Materials, Classroom Management, Wallpaper, Background, TIFF, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements, Craft Project, Creative Projects, Crafts
September Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd & 3rd Grade | Print + Digital
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, September, Seasons, Fall, Summer, Grade 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Writing Prompts, Worksheets
Start the school year strong with these engaging, low-prep September Daily Writing Prompts —perfect for morning work, writing journals, literacy centers, or early finishers! This resource includes 25 writing prompts (5 per week) that follow a fun, themed routine: Make It Up Monday – Creative storytelling Teach Me Tuesday – How-to and explanatory writing Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing Then & Now Thursday – Reflective/comparison writing Free Write Friday – Open-ended expression Each prompt is student-friendly, seasonally appropriate, and designed to build writing fluency while encouraging creativity and critical thinking. What’s Included: ✅ 25 themed writing prompts (5 per week, all September long) ✅ Printable version with writing lines and drawing boxes ✅ Weekly prompt layout (perfect for planning or display!) ✅ Clean layout for easy student use ✅ Black & white ink-saving format ✨ Formats Included: ✅ Printable PDF – Black & white, easy to print, student-friendly layout ✅ Editable Powerpoint/Google Slides Version – Type directly on slides or assign in Google Classroom Perfect for: Morning work Writing journals Early finishers Sub plans Literacy centers Daily warm-ups Skills Targeted: Narrative writing Opinion writing Explanatory (how-to) writing Reflective thinking Sentence formation and detail development
Author A Day In Elementary
Rating
Tags September, Writing, Prompts, Writing Prompts, BTS, Back To School, Daily, Second Grade, Third Grade
Lively Autumn Leaf One Page Paper Craft Activities | Leaf Project
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Lively Autumn Leaf One Page Paper Craft Activities | Easy One-Page Quirky Art Project This fun, engaging paper craft activity features a lively autumn leaf for students to color, cut out, and create. It's a great low-prep project for educators to use during the fall season or anytime. The simple printable template allows learners to practice fine motor skills with scissors while making an autumn-themed craft to display. After coloring their leaf template, students can decorate with pom poms, googly eyes, and other materials. Additional differentiated writing prompts let them reflect on the crafting process. This versatile resource works for whole groups, individuals, art centers, sub plans, homeschools, and more. Display finished projects in class or student portfolios. Extend learning by having kids present the autumn leaves during show and tell. With little prep involved, the leaf template engages students of all ages. Young learners gain creativity, fine motor practice, and seasonal understanding. Older students build art skills while crafting an autumn display piece. This easy paper craft fits diverse learning needs. Use the template as-is or allow adaptations with various materials. Promote problem-solving by encouraging kids to embellish and enhance their unique creations. The complete resource includes: - Autumn leaf printable paper craft template - Leaf coloring page - 3 writing prompts with drawing/coloring activities Easy craft activities like this leaf project give students of all abilities fall-themed learning. This engaging hands-on option works for individuals and groups, offering a break from routine seatwork. Like this resource? Check out more paper crafts: Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Spring Landscape One Page Paper Craft Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Jolly Reindeer One Page Paper Craft Thanks for downloading Doodle Thinks resources. Have fun crafting!
Author Doodle Thinks
Rating
Tags Coloring, Writing, Nature, Craft, Paper Craft, Autumn, Fall, Leaf, Fine Motor Skills, Scissor Skills
Fall Craft Pack
Art, Creative Arts, Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Kindergarten, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, 2, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Crafts, Activities
This is a 24 page PDF that includes various quick, simple, and easy to complete crafts for the fall. Included are images of a pumpkin, apple, candy corn, leaf, and acorn. You can do so much with these! They are so colorful and cute, perfect to display on a bulletin board or decorate a classroom. This can be done as a whole group, small groups, independently, or even at a center . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Author CraftEdPrints
Tags Fall, Autumn, Pumpkin, Artsandcrafts, Craftycenters
Roll and Draw An Apple Shape Pal Game Sheet September Art Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Fine Arts, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games, Projects
Roll and Draw An Apple Shape Pal Game Sheet with Border Drawing Page | Summer and September Art and Drawing Activity Looking for a fun activity for September or to celebrate the autumn season? Enjoy this adorable apple shapes no-prep interactive drawing game! This engaging art activity involves drawing and coloring , making it perfect for both seasoned artists and reluctant drawers. Simply grab a dice and some blank paper to captivate your students with this self-directed drawing activity, suitable for individuals, partners, or the whole class. Ideal for enhancing creativity this fall! 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: 1Apple Shape PalRoll 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!
Author Doodle Thinks
Rating
Tags Roll And Draw, Dice Game, Art Activity, Drawing Activity, Art Enrichment, Art Supplement, Art Integration, September Activity, Shapes, Autumn Activity
Patriot day flipbook September 11th 9/11 Prompt Writing & DIY Craft
September, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, History: USA, History, Social Studies, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Crafts, Activities, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Help students reflect on Patriot Day in a meaningful and age-appropriate way with this engaging flipbook activity . Designed for elementary learners, this resource combines writing, reflection, and a hands-on craft that allows students to explore themes of courage, community, and remembrance. What’s Included In This Flip book DIY Craft Activities? 6-Page Printable Flipbook Templates : A set of easy-to-assemble pages with questions for students to answer, including: What Is Patriot Day? What Happened on 9/11? Heroes of 9/11: Thank You Note: A prompt for students to write a heartfelt note to a hero or community helper. Facts About Patriot Day: Let’s Color: Why You’ll Love It: • Combines writing and art for an interactive learning experience • Encourages empathy, respect, and reflection • No prep – just print, cut, and assemble • Great keepsake for students to take home and share with families • Differentiated for a range of elementary grades This Flip book is Great For • September 11th classroom observance • Social studies and citizenship lessons • Writing centers or literacy activities • Morning work or early finisher projects • Meaningful end-of-day reflection and class discussions This Patriot Day Flipbook makes it easy for teachers to guide students in honoring September 11th with respect while fostering writing skills, creativity, and thoughtful reflection.
Author Perfect_Printables
Rating
Tags Patriot Day Flipbook, September 11th Writing Prompts, 9/11 Classroom Activities, Patriot Day Writing Activity, 9/11 Flipbook Craft, September 11th Remembrance, Patriot Day DIY Craft, 9/11 Lesson Activities, September 11th Student Reflection
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
Fall Maze: 1 Page Sample (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
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX PAGE MAZE DOWNLOAD FULL SIX MAZE DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: 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
Rating
Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Fall, Autumn, Fall Harvest, Fall Activities, Fall Weather, Autumn Mazes, Fall Mazes, Mazes
Sweetie Pie One Page Paper Craft Activities
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Sweetie Pie Paper Craft | Easy One-Page Quirky Art Project Bring engaging paper craft activities into your classroom with this fun One Page Paper Craft for the season or all year round. This easy-to-implement paper craft allows students to let their creativity shine while developing fine motor skills. Learners of all ages will enjoy coloring and customizing craft project before following the simple folding instructions to create an awesome paper craft art piece. Display finished crafts around your room or use them as portfolio pieces. This 5-page PDF resource also includes a coloring page, differentiated line writing papers, and mini drawing/coloring activities catered to varying skill levels. Use individually, in small groups, or for whole-class craft days. Quick prep and easy instructions make this paper craft a versatile option for art centers, sub plans, homeschools, or anytime you want to incorporate a fun hands-on project. Like this resource? Check out more paper crafts: Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Spring Landscape One Page Paper Craft Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Jolly Reindeer One Page Paper Craft Thanks for downloading Doodle Thinks resources. Have fun crafting!
Author Doodle Thinks
Rating
Tags Coloring, Writing, Craft, Paper Craft, Autumn, Fall, Pie, Food, Dessert, Fine Motor Skills
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 Leaf Sorting Activity
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Kindergarten, Activities
These autumn sorting mats are a great way to get students observing the different colors and features of fall leaves. Students can sort the autumn leaf images by a variety of different attributes. What is included: There are 13 sorting mats. There are 24 different leaf images. There are fall leaf sorting mats available to sort leaves by color and by different physical features. There are two sets of color mats, one with the color word in black and the other with a color word in the appropriate color. How to Use: Students will take a leaf card and sort it into the correct sorting mat. If real fall leaves can be collected, then students can sort the real leaves on these sorting mats, otherwise, use the leaf cards available in this set. Students will have a lot of fun using real leaves or the real photographs of fall leaves while sorting onto each mat. Students will be able to practice placing leaves into different categories by color or by shape. When to Use: Learning Center - The teacher can place the sorting mats and cards in a learning center for students to complete independently or with a partner. Morning Tubs or Baskets - The sorting mats and cards can be placed inside a morning bin for students to work on as their classmates arrive to class. These autumn sorting mats make a great extension activity to a leaf hunt activity. Students can go outside and collect a bunch of fall leaves to use with this sorting activity This sorting activity is a low prep activity for teachers to prepare for students. The mats just need to be printed and the cards need to be printed and cut apart. Once created, these mats can be laminated for durability. Skills Assessed: These sorting mats assess students' abilities to sort by color and by different attributes.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Fall Leaf Sorting, Fall Sorting Activity, Sorting Activity, Real Photographs
The Leaf Thief Book Companion & Read Aloud Activities for Fall
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
This fall picture book companion is a perfect accompaniment to Alice Hemming's book, The Leaf Thief. It's the ideal interactive read-aloud for autumn or for educating your students about seasonal changes, friendship, patience, and kindness. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. With 36 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, identify the theme, sequence events from the story, explore and use new vocabulary, discover cause-and-effect relationships, explore plot elements, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. 🌟This Resource Includes:🌟 See, Think, Wonder (1 page) - Before reading the book, students will examine the front cover and describe what they see, make predictions about what the book is about, and the questions they think the book might answer. Story Elements #1 – Students fill in the boxes with words and pictures to represent the story elements. Picture clues are included for students who need a little prompting. Story Elements #2 – Students fill in the boxes with words and pictures to represent the story elements. Squirrel's Problem & Solution (1 page) – Students identify & explain the problem & solution in the story. Cause & Effect #1 - Students cut-and-paste the images and match them to the events from the story. This activity is for students who need more prompting. Cause & Effect #2 - Students fill in the missing information with either the cause or the effect. Cause & Effect #3 - Students fill in the missing effects. Cause & Effect #4 - Students identify cause and effect relationships in the story. Who is Squirrel? (1 page) - Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Traits (2 pages) - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Character Traits #1 - Students choose two important character traits that describe the main character and provide evidence from the text to support their choices. Character Traits #2- Students choose the most important character trait that describes each character and provide examples from the text that support the traits they chose. Character Perspective (1 page) - Students will compare the perspectives of the characters on a story event of their choice by drawing a picture and adding words to the thought bubbles. Character Development (1 page) - Students describe how Squirrel's character changed throughout the story. Story Retell - (1 page) – Students cut-and-paste the picture cards to match the event descriptions. (ANSWER KEY included). Sequencing (1 page) - Students will write a sentence and draw a picture to show the correct order of events in the story. Plot Map (1 page) - Students cut-and-paste the event cards in the correct order and describe what's happening for each event. (ANSWER KEY included) Summarizing (1 page) - Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. Making Inferences (1 page) - Students use clues and schema to come up with two inferences they made from the text. Making Connections (1 page) - Students make connections to two events from the story. Sensory Details (1 page) - Students choose an event from the story and describe it from the character's perspective using all five senses. Seasonal Imagery (4 pages) - Students will describe the seasons using their five senses. A student handout for summer, autumn, winter, and spring is included. students can choose their favorite season, or complete the activity for each season. Theme #1 - Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. Theme #2 - Students answer the questions to determine the theme of the story and provide text evidence. Theme #3 Thematic Statements - Students choose the thematic statement that they believe best fits the story and include evidence from the text to support their choice. Mystery of the Missing Leaves (1 page) - Students compare what Squirrel thinks happened to the leaves to what actually happened. Save the Leaves (1 page) - Students will create a plan for Squirrel to prevent the wind from taking the leaves. Vocabulary Matching Cards (color -2 pages and B&W 2 pages) - This activity can be used during stations or posted on a word wall to reinforce vocabulary words from the story. Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (1 page) - Students will complete a crossword puzzle by matching words from the story to their definitions. (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Word Search Puzzle (1 page) - Students will find the hidden words in the puzzle. (ANSWER KEY included) Wait... There's More! (1 page) – Students will create 2 more pages for the end of the book including a few sentences and colorful illustrations similar to those used in the story. Book Review (1 page) – Students rate how much they enjoyed the book, draw a new cover, and explain why kids should or should not read it. Design a Book Cover (1 page) – Students design a new cover for the book. The ABCs of Fall (1 page) - Students choose words or phrases that begin with each letter of the alphabet to describe the fall season. ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. Students work with a partner(s) or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Read Aloud Lesson, Picture Book Activities, Reading Comprehension, Elementary Reading, Fall Read Aloud Activities, Fall Books Read, Fall Activities, Leaves, Leaf Thief Read Aloud, Leaf Thief Book, Leaf Theif
Valentine's Day Addition Matching Cards
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Preschool, Activities
These Valentine's Day-themed addition cards, designed for kindergarten math centers, are an excellent resource for practicing addition within 10. Offering hands-on experience, the cards assist students in solving math facts by finding the sum for each card, using number sentences and picture addition. This practical approach offers numerous opportunities for learners to engage with and hone their addition skills. What is Included: Addition cards with addition sentences with numbers. Addition cards with addition sentences represented by pictures. Addition cards with picture addition of squares. Addition Math Mats and heart counters to assist students in solving each addition fact This addition card set contains addition fact for sums within 10. Students will find these math addition cards engaging and fun. These cards easily differentiated so students on different levels can still be successful. By including the addition number bond, number sentence mats and counters, students are provided a hands on way to solve each problem if they need the extra support. Teachers may choose to use candy hearts or other manipulatives to assist in counting if they do not wish to print and prep the heart counters. These centers are easy and low prep, just print, laminate and cut. They can be used as task boxes, traditional math centers or as morning basket or morning tub activities. By using a task box to store the matching addition cards, students will have a center that is easy to set up, use, and clean up. Teachers will love the easy to store nature that a task box provides! How Can These Activities Be Used? Task Boxes Math Centers Morning Tubs Morning Baskets Early Finishers Emergency Sub Plans Small Group Activities Skills Assessed Addition with to 10 with number sentences and picture addition Practicing addition fact fluency Using objects to solve addition problems
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Addition Within 10, Addition Within Ten, Addition Math Centers, Kindergarten Addition, Addition Facts, Addition Fluency, Sums Up To 10, Sums Within 10
AUTUMN ICONS | 9 FREE STICKERS
Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Early Learning, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Pre-K, Crafts, Activities
AUTUMN ICONS | 9 FREE STICKERS SUMMARY OF THIS PRODUCT: Document Name: AUTUMN ICONS | 9 FREE STICKERS Number of Pages: 9 Format (PDF, Word, PPT): PDF A4 Color or Black & White: COLOR ABOUT THE AUTHOR: At EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA, we work every day to create educational materials that turn learning into a fun game. Our mission is for every child to enjoy the process of learning. Visit my educational store and discover all the resources we have ready for you. MAIN INFORMATION OF THIS RESOURCE: What is the name of your product and what makes it special? This beautiful product is called “AUTUMN ICONS | 9 FREE STICKERS ”, and it is very special because it was carefully designed or compiled. With this educational resource, we want students to learn with enthusiasm and fun, because we believe learning is fun. How many pages are included in this resource? This fabulous document contains the following number of pages: 9 What size is it designed in (A4, letter, etc.)? This resource is designed in A4 format and compiled as a PDF. This makes downloading and printing simple and convenient, and PDFs are also easy to store and carry anywhere. PDF A4 Is the material in color or black and white? This pedagogical document comes in both black and white and color. This makes it more attractive for your learning sessions, but you have the freedom to choose how to print it. COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: What subject, skill, or topic does it cover? This resource is designed to cover essential learning areas for children, generally literacy and math. What learning objectives does it achieve? This document fulfills a playful objective—it’s meant to be attractive and engaging for children. At the same time, it ensures that students learn or reinforce their knowledge. Who can use it best (teachers, parents, students, therapists, homeschoolers)? We are all part of education. Whether you are a teacher, parent, student, or therapist, this document can adapt perfectly to your learning goals, depending on your creativity. What additional materials are recommended (printer, scissors, markers, etc.)? The more immersed students are in learning, the greater their results. That’s why it’s ideal to complement this resource with pencils, crayons, markers, and even other art tools.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
Rating
Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, AUTUMN, CUT OUT, CRAFT
Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Activities
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Seasons, Fall, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Acorn Paper Craft | Easy One-Page Quirky Art Project for the Fall Season Bring engaging paper craft activities into your classroom with this fun One Page Paper Craft for the season or all year round. This easy-to-implement paper craft allows students to let their creativity shine while developing fine motor skills. Learners of all ages will enjoy coloring and customizing craft project before following the simple folding instructions to create an awesome paper craft art piece. Display finished crafts around your room or use them as portfolio pieces. This 5-page PDF resource also includes a coloring page, differentiated line writing papers, and mini drawing/coloring activities catered to varying skill levels. Use individually, in small groups, or for whole-class craft days. Quick prep and easy instructions make this paper craft a versatile option for art centers, sub plans, homeschools, or anytime you want to incorporate a fun hands-on project. Like this resource? Check out more paper crafts: Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Spring Landscape One Page Paper Craft Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Jolly Reindeer One Page Paper Craft Thanks for downloading Doodle Thinks resources. Have fun crafting!
Author Doodle Thinks
Rating
Tags Coloring, Writing, Nature, Craft, Paper Craft, Acorn, Autumn, Fall, Fine Motor Skills, Scissor Skills
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
Rating
Tags Letter Of The Week, Alphabet Activities, Alphabet Centers, Beginning Sounds, Literacy Center, Preschool Literacy Center, Letter A, Letter A Activity
October Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd & 3rd Grade | Print +Digital
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, October, Seasons, Fall, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers
Keep your students writing all month long with these fun and spooky-themed October Daily Writing Prompts —perfect for fall mornings, writing journals, or literacy centers! This set includes 25 daily prompts across 5 weekly themes that build writing stamina, creativity, and critical thinking with a seasonal twist: Weekly Themes: Spooky Story Monday – Creative Halloween storytelling Trick-or-Treat Tuesday – How-to and informative writing Witchy Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing with fun fall choices Throwback Thursday – Reflective and comparison writing Freaky Free Write Friday – Open-ended creative exploration Each prompt is developmentally appropriate for 2nd and 3rd grade writers and designed to spark imagination while reinforcing writing skills. What’s Included: ✅ 25 themed writing prompts for the month of October ✅ Printable version with writing lines and drawing boxes ✅ Weekly prompt layout (perfect for planning or display!) ✅ Clean layout for easy student use ✅ Black & white ink-saving format ✨ Formats Included: ✅ Printable PDF – Black & white, easy to print, student-friendly layout ✅ Editable Powerpoint/Google Slides Version – Type directly on slides or assign in Google Classroom ✨ Perfect for: Morning work Writing journals Early finishers Sub plans Literacy centers Daily warm-ups Skills Students Practice: Narrative writing Opinion writing Explanatory (how-to) writing Reflective thinking Sentence formation and detail development
Author A Day In Elementary
Rating
Tags October, Writing Prompts, Daily, Second Grade, Third Grade, Creative Writing, Writing, Prompts, Worksheets, Printables
Apple Counting Syllables Sorting Activity
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities
Apple Counting Syllables Sorting Activity Students develop phonological awareness by counting syllables and sorting words in this engaging apple-themed activity. With four sorting mats for 1-4 syllables and 36 apple picture cards to categorize, this resource provides multisensory syllable practice for individual, small group, or whole class instruction. To use: Place mats on table/floor and have students independently or collaboratively sort apple cards by syllable count. These can also be made into a file folder game or baking tray activity with magnets. Use for morning tubs, literacy centers , or targeted skill intervention. Bold images, simple directions, and self-checking ability allow diverse learners to build confidence recognizing and manipulating syllable units. This fun, hands-on tool supplements core literacy instruction for preschool through 1st grade. Easy setup/storage in a task box.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Hands-on Literacy Center, Apple, Apple Syllables, Fall Syllables, Autumn Syllables, Counting Syllables, How Many Syllables
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