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Back To School Lesson Plans
Ease your students into the new academic year with back-to-school lesson plans designed to build community and set expectations. These activities promote teamwork, establish routines, and help students feel comfortable. Implement these plans to create a positive start and foster a supportive classroom environment.
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Back-to-School Icebreakers after Winter Break (for Middle School)
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, First Day of School, New Year's Day, January, Months, Winter, Seasons, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Start the new semester with confidence and connection. This 90-minute Back-to-School Icebreakers lesson is designed for middle school (Grades 6–8) and works perfectly after winter break. It helps students reconnect, reflect, and reset in a calm and supportive way. The lesson includes engaging icebreakers, goal-setting tasks, movement activities, and guided reflection . Students share break highlights, set academic and personal goals, and think about the year ahead. Low-pressure discussions help rebuild trust and classroom community. Clear routines help students shift from vacation mode to a learning mindset. Everything is ready to use . You get structured activities, clear timing, and a printable student worksheet that guides the entire lesson. No extra prep is needed. Activities balance writing, talking, and movement, so all learners can participate. SEL, communication skills, and classroom culture are all supported in this session. Additionally, it provides teachers with important information on the needs and perspectives of their students. Ideal for the first day back. Set a cheerful tone. Gain momentum. Get the semester off to a great start.
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Tags Icebreaker, Middle School, Back-to-school, Winter, Lesson, Lesson Plan, Worksheet
Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break (for Elementary School)
Back To School, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, New Year's Day, January, Months, Winter, Seasons, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Ease students back into learning with these Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break for Grades 1–5. This ready-to-use, 90-minute SEL lesson helps students reconnect, share experiences, and start the new term with confidence. It is fun, structured, and very low prep. The lesson includes clear teacher directions, simple timing guidance, and easy differentiation ideas for all elementary levels. Students take part in engaging activities like Winter Break BINGO, a Snowball Toss sharing game, goal setting for the new year, and creative reflection tasks. Each activity encourages speaking, listening, writing, and positive peer interaction. Printable worksheets are included, along with a materials list, optional extensions, and an answer key for teacher support. The lesson aligns with the CASEL SEL framework and focuses on self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. This resource works well for the first day back, morning meetings, SEL blocks, or even substitute plans. Just print and teach. Help your classroom feel connected, calm, and ready to learn again.
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Tags Back-to-school, Icebreaker, Winter, Activities, Lesson, Lesson Plan, Elementary
Back-to-School Icebreakers After Winter Break - 3 Lesson Pack
January, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Back To School, Holidays, Elementary, High School, Middle School, Homeschool Resources, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Reset your classroom with confidence using this Back to School Icebreakers Bundle for After Winter Break . Designed for elementary, middle, and high school , this ready-to-use collection helps students reconnect, reflect, and refocus as they return in January. The bundle includes three differentiated resources , one for each grade band. Every set features structured icebreakers, guided reflection prompts, writing activities, discussion questions, and community-building tasks . Clear teacher directions make implementation simple and stress free. Students share winter break highlights, rebuild peer connections, and set academic and personal goals for the new semester. Activities encourage meaningful conversation while easing students back into routines. The structure keeps engagement high without overwhelming learners on the first day back. These lessons take little preparation and are ideal for January reset days, advising, homeroom, morning work, small group discussions, or SEL blocks. Simply print or assign digitally, then get started. Across all grade levels, students improve their writing reflection, goal-setting, speaking and listening abilities, and classroom cooperation. Realistic. suitable for the age of the child. community-oriented. A straightforward method for transforming post-break enthusiasm into constructive momentum for the upcoming months.
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Tags Back-to-school, Icebreaker, Winter, Break, January, Lesson, Plan, Worksheet
Back to School Reading Comprehension bundle
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Worksheets, Activities
This Back to School Reading Comprehension Bundle is your new best friend for those first few weeks of school. It’s packed with short, fun stories that early readers can actually read, and relate to. From lost lunchboxes to surprise filled backpacks, these stories cover the real life drama of the school day (well... the kind of drama a 6 year old might face). The best part? These stories do more than just get kids reading, they help them settle in, learn the rules, and see that school can be a pretty great place to be. Whether you're reading them together as a class, using them in small groups, or handing them to early finishers who ask, “What do I do now?”, they just work. Why you’ll love it: The stories are short, sweet, and actually make sense to your students. They cover real topics like nerves, friendship, and classroom rules (without sounding like a lecture). Each one comes with a few easy questions, no extra work for you. No prep needed. Just print, pass out, and teach like the rockstar you are. It’s reading with purpose... and a little fun, too. Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Reading, Back To School Activities, First Fay Of School Activities, Reading Centers
Tally Marks Activity - Count Numbers
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Seasons, Fall, Math, Early Math, Basic Operations, Counting, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Tally Marks Activity, Count Numbers is a simple and engaging way to help young learners practice counting and representing numbers using tally marks. Each page features books with numbers written on the labels. Students look at the number on each book and write the matching tally marks. It’s a hands-on activity that reinforces number recognition and helps students understand how to group and count using tallies. This resource works great in math centers, small group lessons, or even as a quiet independent task. Kids love the book theme, and it gives them a fun visual as they work. The activity is no prep, just print and go, so it’s easy to use anytime during the school year. How you can use it: Set it up as a math center activity. Use it in small groups for extra support. Add it to morning work or early finisher bins. Send it home for extra practice. Use it during sub plans for a quiet, meaningful task. Why teachers love it: Easy to use, no prep needed. Reinforces early math skills in a fun way. Helps students practice tally marks with a clear visual. Great for independent or group work. Enjoy!
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Tags Tally Marks, Math Worksheets, First Grade Math, Math Centers, Counting, Math, Numbers, Back To School, Back To School Math, September Math
Letter Y Puzzles - Letter Y Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Help your students build early phonics skills with these interactive Letter Yy puzzles! Designed to reinforce the beginning sound of the letter Y, this resource uses a familiar word— yo-yo —paired with a clear, kid-friendly image. Each puzzle includes two pieces: one with the letter Yy and the other with a picture and word. Students match the two pieces to complete the puzzle and make the sound-letter connection. This activity is perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten classrooms. It's easy to prep, just print, cut, and go! Whether used in literacy centers or small groups, these puzzles add hands-on fun to your alphabet lessons. Ways to Use: Literacy centers and phonics stations Letter of the week activities Morning work or early finisher tasks Take-home practice or homework Benefits for Students and Teachers: Reinforces letter recognition and beginning sounds Builds vocabulary and word-picture associations Supports fine motor development through puzzle play Encourages independent learning and confidence Easy to prep, use, and store Make learning the letter Y meaningful and fun with this simple, effective phonics resource! Enjoy!
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Tags Letter Y, Letter Y Puzzles, Letter Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Beginning Sound, Phonics, Literacy Centers, Alphabet
L- Blends Activity - Color By Code
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
This fun and engaging phonics activity is designed to help young learners practice identifying and writing L blends: fl, cl, gl, and pl . Students look at each picture, decide which blend belongs at the beginning of the word, write it in, and then color the picture according to the code. It’s a great way to combine phonics practice with a bit of coloring fun! How to Use: Perfect for literacy centers , independent work , or morning tubs Easy to assign for homework or early finishers Great for small group instruction or intervention time Why Teachers Love It: Reinforces L blends in a hands-on, interactive way Builds phonics and fine motor skills at the same time Keeps students focused and engaged through coloring Super simple to prep, just print and go! This resource is ideal for kindergarten and first grade students learning blends. It's both fun and effective, your students won’t even realize how much they’re learning!
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Tags L Bends, L Blend, L-blends, L-blend, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics, Phonics Worksheets, Literacy Centers, September Activities
Sight Words Tracing Worksheets - Fruit Name
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Handwriting, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Want to make handwriting practice as sweet as a juicy watermelon on a summer day? These Sight Word Tracing Worksheets will have your students tracing their way through a fruit-filled adventure! From “apple” to “banana” to the ever-tricky “pomegranate,” kids will strengthen their handwriting skills while learning fun fruit names. No sticky fingers involved—just lots of engaging practice! Ways to Use: ✔️ Handwriting Practice – Because writing “strawberry” neatly is almost as satisfying as eating one. ✔️ Vocabulary Building – Helps kids learn fruit names beyond just “grapes” and “oranges.” ✔️ Morning Work or Early Finishers – Keeps students busy in a meaningful way (instead of doodling on their desks). ✔️ Literacy Centers – A fruity fresh way to boost spelling and reading skills. ✔️ ESL Support – Great for English learners to connect words to everyday foods. Why You’ll Love It: 🍎 Fun & Educational – Learning fruit names while practicing writing? That’s a recipe for success! 🍌 No Prep Needed – Just print and go—zero peeling required! 🍍 Perfect for All Ages – Great for little learners who are just getting a grip on their pencils. Handwriting practice has never been this fruitful—grab your set today! Pdf file includes 4 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Fruits, Vocabulary, Sight Word, Sight Words, Handwriting, Tracing, Tracing Words, Fall Activities, Esl, Spring Activities
Letter C Puzzles - Letter C Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Support early literacy skills with this fun and interactive Letter C Puzzles – Beginning Sound activity! Perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students, this hands-on resource helps children connect the letter “C” with words and pictures that begin with the same sound, such as “C is for cow.” Each puzzle includes two pieces: one with the uppercase and lowercase letter “C,” and one with a picture and word that starts with C. Students match the letter to the correct image to complete the puzzle. This simple activity makes learning phonics fun and helps young learners develop important pre-reading skills. It’s a great way to build letter recognition, beginning sound awareness, matching skills, and fine motor coordination, all while keeping students engaged and confident. Ways to Use: Literacy centers or phonics stations Morning tubs or independent practice Letter of the week activities Small group instruction or early finishers Advantages: Strengthens letter-sound connections Builds visual recognition and matching skills Encourages hands-on learning Easy to prep and use (just print and cut – PDF format only) A fun and meaningful way to reinforce the letter C!
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Tags Letter C, Beginning Sound, Beginning Sounds, Alphabet, Letter Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, September Activities, Phonics
Letter P Puzzles - Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, August, September, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Help your little learners explore the letter P in a fun, hands-on way with this Letter P Puzzle activity! It’s perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students who are learning to connect letters with sounds. Each puzzle comes with two pieces: one shows the uppercase and lowercase letter P, and the other has a matching picture and word, like “pencil.” Kids match the two pieces together while practicing letter recognition and beginning sounds. This activity is easy to prepare, just print, cut, and it’s ready to use. It works great for literacy centers, morning work, small groups, or as an independent task. As children complete each puzzle, they’re not just learning about the letter P, they’re also building early reading skills, boosting their vocabulary, and strengthening fine motor coordination. Use it for: Letter of the week activities Literacy centers Independent practice Small group instruction Why teachers love it: Helps kids recognize and connect letter sounds Simple, playful learning Encourages matching and vocabulary building No prep needed – just print and go (PDF format only) A fun, easy way to make the letter P stick! Enjoy!
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Tags Beginning Sound, Beginning Sounds, Letter Puzzles, Letter P, Alphabet, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics, Literacy Centers
Read and Draw - Back to School Activities
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Phonics, Months, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make the first weeks of school fun and meaningful with this Read and Draw, Back to School Activities pack! This resource is designed to help early readers strengthen their reading comprehension, sight word recognition, and sentence structure, all while having fun drawing! Each page includes a simple sentence using basic sight words and CVC word patterns . After reading the sentence, students are asked to illustrate what they read. It’s a great way to connect reading and creativity, especially for young learners in kindergarten and first grade. Ways to Use: Use as a morning work or early finisher activity. Add to your literacy centers or small group rotations. Great for independent work or homework during the first weeks of school. Use to assess basic reading and comprehension skills. Advantages: Reinforces phonics, sight word fluency, and sentence comprehension . Encourages students to read closely and visualize what they read. Builds confidence in early readers through success with simple texts. Low prep and print and go friendly! Adds creativity and fun to your back to school routine. This activity is both educational and enjoyable, perfect for easing students into the school year while practicing key literacy skills. Pdf file includes 10 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Read And Draw, Drawing, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Cvc, Cvc Words, Sight Words, Phonics
CVC Words Worksheets - Cut and Glue - Pack 2
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Back To School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Let’s be honest, teaching CVC words can sometimes feel like trying to herd cats, adorable, distracted cats who’d rather talk about dinosaurs. That’s where these CVC Words Worksheets – Cut and Glue Edition come in. They’re fun, hands-on, and sneak in serious phonics practice while your students are busy cutting and gluing like it’s their job. In this activity, students complete each CVC word by choosing the correct missing vowel, cutting it out, and gluing it into place. It’s like a literacy puzzle party, and yes, they’re invited. Ways to Use: Phonics Centers: Because kids love anything that involves scissors and glue. Independent Practice: Keeps them focused (and quiet!) while building real skills. Homework (if you’re brave): Parents will thank you. Or at least not complain. Morning Work: Calm, quiet, and educational. That’s the dream, right? Early Finishers: Give them something purposeful to do that isn’t spinning in their chair. Why You’ll Love It: Hands-on learning that feels like play. Builds CVC word confidence, one vowel at a time. No prep required, print and go! Improves fine motor skills without chaos (mostly). Keeps little hands busy and little minds learning. Cut, glue, learn, and breathe, phonics just got a lot more fun. Pdf file includes 9 pages.
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Tags Cvc, Cvc Words, Vowels, Cut And Glue, Esl, Phonics, Vocabulary, Back To School, Cvc Worksheets, Cvc Activities
New Friends at School - Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
New Friends at School is a warm and relatable reading passage that helps young students feel more comfortable about starting school and meeting new classmates. The story follows a student who feels a little nervous on the first day but soon learns that making friends can be simple, and fun. With short sentences and easy-to-understand words, it’s a great choice for early readers in kindergarten through second grade. How You Can Use It: Read it during the first week of school to start a conversation about friendship. Use it in small groups to support reading practice and social skills. Assign it as independent work or a take-home activity. Include it in your literacy centers or for early finishers. Pair it with a lesson on kindness, emotions, or class rules. Why It’s Helpful: Helps students connect with real feelings and situations. Encourages kindness, sharing, and making new friends. Includes five easy comprehension questions to check understanding. Uses age-appropriate language for young readers. No prep needed, just print and go. Supports both reading growth and social-emotional learning. New Friends at School is a thoughtful and easy way to help your students feel welcome, supported, and ready to learn.
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Reading, August Reading, September Reading, First Day Of School Activities
Letter J Puzzles - Beginning Sound
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Months, September, August, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Bring the letter J to life with this fun and hands-on Letter J Puzzle activity! Designed for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students, this resource helps young learners connect the letter “J” with its beginning sound using simple matching. Each puzzle includes two pieces: one with the uppercase and lowercase letter “J,” and the other with a picture and word that starts with J, like “J is for jellyfish.” Kids match the two pieces, helping them build early phonics skills in a fun and interactive way. This activity is easy to prep and perfect for centers, morning work, small groups, or early finishers. It supports foundational literacy skills while also giving children practice with visual recognition and fine motor development. Ways to Use: Letter of the week activity Literacy and phonics centers Independent or partner work Small group instruction Advantages: Reinforces letter and sound recognition Encourages hands-on, playful learning Strengthens matching and fine motor skills Builds confidence with early reading Just print, cut, and use (PDF format only) A fun and simple way to help your learners explore the sound of the letter J! Enjoy!
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Tags Beginning Sound, Beginning Sounds, Letters, Alphabet, Letter Puzzles, Letter J, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics, Literacy Centers
Number Order Puzzles 1 to 10 - Back to School
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Games
Help your students get excited about numbers with this fun Number Order Puzzle set for numbers 1 to 10! Designed especially for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten, these puzzles make early math practice feel like play. Each puzzle features a cute back-to-school picture, like a bus or a pencil, that’s cut into 10 strips. Each strip is labeled with a number from 1 to 10. Kids cut them apart, then put the numbers in order to rebuild the full picture. It’s a simple, hands-on activity that helps young learners get comfortable with number order while also working on fine motor skills. Ways to Use: Morning work or center time Early finisher task Partner or small group activity Send home for fun extra practice Why Teachers Love It: Helps kids practice number sequencing Builds confidence with counting 1–10 Great for scissors and hand-eye coordination Fun, engaging, and easy to prep (just print and go!) Perfect for the beginning of the school year This is a great way to combine math, puzzles, and back-to-school excitement in one easy activity! Pdf file includes 8 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Puzzles, Numbers, Number Puzzles, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Fine Motor Skills, Cutting Practice, September Activities, Agust Activities
Short A CVC Words – Phonics Word List Posters
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Anchor Charts, Classroom Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Word Walls
The CVC Short A Word List Posters are a helpful and easy-to-use tool for teaching young readers how to read and spell short vowel words. These posters feature simple CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words with the short “a” sound, like cat , hat , jam , and man . Each poster presents the words in a clear, easy-to-read format, making them perfect for young learners who are just beginning to sound out and recognize words. These posters work well in any early childhood classroom and can be used in a variety of ways to support daily reading and writing activities. They’re especially useful for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and English language learners. Ways to Use: Hang on your classroom wall or phonics board Use during small group lessons or phonics instruction Keep at writing stations for word support Refer to them during reading practice or spelling time Send copies home to help students practice with families Advantages: Reinforces short A vowel sound through repetition and exposure Builds confidence in early readers and writers Encourages independence during reading and writing tasks Easy to print, display, and reuse A simple way to support phonics instruction all year long A must-have for every early literacy classroom! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Cvc, Cvc Short A, Vowels, Back To School, Baack To School Activities, Posters, Cvc Short A Poster, Literacy, Literacy Posters, Back To School Literacy
Meet My Teacher - Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities
Meet My Teacher is a warm and friendly reading passage that helps young students get excited about the new school year. Told from a student’s point of view, the story introduces a kind teacher and what to expect in the classroom. With short sentences and simple words, it’s just right for early readers in kindergarten through second grade. How You Can Use It: Read it together as a class during the first week of school. Use it in small reading groups to build confidence. Send it home as a light homework assignment. Add it to your literacy centers or use with early finishers. Use it as a gentle way to check students’ reading understanding. Why It’s Helpful: Helps students feel more comfortable about meeting a new teacher. Comes with five easy comprehension questions to spark conversation. Supports vocabulary and fluency using familiar school related language. Simple and ready to use, just print and go! Fits nicely into your back to school plans. This reading passage is a great way to start the year with a smile and support young readers as they settle into their new classroom. Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Reading, Back To School Activities, First Day Of School Activities, First Day Of School
Weekly Teacher Schedule - Lesson Plans Template
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Resources for Teachers, Classroom Management, Writing, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Charts, Templates, Lesson Plans, Graphic Organizers
Make your week smoother and more organized with this Weekly Teacher Schedule! It’s a simple, teacher-friendly planner designed to help you stay on top of lessons, meetings, and everything in between. Whether you're planning for one subject or juggling multiple classes, this layout keeps your week clear and manageable. How You Can Use It: Plan out your lessons for each day Keep track of meetings, duties, or prep time Jot down homework, activities, or notes Use it digitally or print it for your binder Keep everything you need in one spot Why You’ll Love It: Clean and simple layout that’s easy to follow Helps you stay prepared and save time Reduces stress from last-minute planning Works great for any grade level or subject Reusable and perfect for the whole year Each page gives you a full view of your week, Monday through Friday. It’s just what you need to feel more in control and less overwhelmed. A great tool for keeping things running smoothly in your classroom all year long! Pdf file includes 12 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Teacher Schedule, Class Planner, Teacher Planner, Back To School, Back To School Planner, Back To School Activities, Classroom Forms, Planner
The Backpack Surprise - Reading Comprehension
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities
The Backpack Surprise is a fun and easy to read story that young students will enjoy. It tells the tale of a child who finds something unexpected in their backpack on the first day of school. The short passage is written with simple words and clear sentences, making it just right for beginning readers. How You Can Use It: Read it together as a class to build fluency and talk about the story. Use it in small groups to support students who need extra practice. Assign it as independent work or send it home for extra reading. Use it as a quick check to see how well students understand what they read. Kick off a back to school activity with a fun and friendly reading task. Why Teachers Love It: It keeps students interested with a story they can relate to. The five questions after the passage help students think about what they read. It’s great for building vocabulary and sparking conversations. The short length fits easily into busy schedules. It works well in reading centers or for substitute teachers. This resource is a great way to help students enjoy reading while practicing important skills. Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Reading, Back To School Activities, First Day Of School Activities, Back To School Writing
Classroom Jobs - Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Months, August, September, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Classroom Jobs, Big Responsibilities is an engaging reading comprehension passage perfect for the back-to-school season. It tells the story of how students take on important classroom jobs and learn about responsibility, teamwork, and helping their school community. The passage is written for 3rd to 5th graders, making it a great fit for upper elementary reading practice. This resource can be used in many ways: As a whole class reading activity to spark discussions about roles in the classroom. In small groups to encourage teamwork while practicing comprehension skills. As an independent assignment for reading practice and assessment. For morning work or as a quick activity during transition times. Advantages of this resource: Helps students improve reading fluency and comprehension through an interesting, relatable topic. Encourages a sense of responsibility and pride in contributing to the classroom community. Offers ready-to-use comprehension questions to save teachers planning time. Fits perfectly into a back to school unit, reinforcing both academic and social skills. With its relatable theme and clear structure, Classroom Jobs, Big Responsibilities is more than just a reading passage, it’s a tool for building strong classroom culture while developing essential reading skills. Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Back To School, Back To School Reading, First Week Of School, First Week Of School Reading, September Reading
School Supply Syllables - Syllables Counting
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Get students excited for learning with this fun School Supply Syllables activity, perfect for back-to-school season! Designed to support phonological awareness, this engaging resource helps young learners practice counting syllables in common school supply words while reinforcing early literacy skills. Students will look at colorful images of school-related items (like pencil, notebook, scissors, etc.), say the word aloud, and identify how many syllables it contains. With cut-and-paste, clap-and-count, and circle-the-number tasks, this activity promotes interactive and hands-on learning. It’s ideal for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and early 1st Grade students who are building foundational reading and listening skills. Ways to Use: Phonemic awareness centers Morning work or warm-up activity Whole-class or small group instruction Homework or take-home literacy practice Intervention and review Early finisher or fast finisher activity Advantages: Reinforces syllable awareness and oral language development Connects literacy skills to real-world vocabulary (school supplies) Encourages hands-on, interactive learning Supports listening, speaking, and reading readiness Simple, no-prep print-and-go format Fun, seasonal theme perfect for the start of the school year Pdf file includes 3 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Syllables, Syllables Counting, Count Syllable, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Phonics, Literacy, Syllable, Back To School Literacy
Rhyming Words - Circle and Match
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, End Of Year, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Rhyming Words – Circle the Rhyming Word is a simple and fun way to help young kids practice recognizing rhymes, a big step toward reading success. Designed for Kindergarten through 2nd grade, kids look at a word and then find and circle the word that rhymes from a few choices. It’s a great way to build their listening skills and get them thinking about how words sound. How you can use it: In small groups or literacy centers As independent work or homework A quick warm-up before phonics lessons Morning work or something for early finishers Works great whether you’re teaching in person or online Why teachers like it: Helps kids tune into sounds and rhymes, which is key for learning to read Encourages careful listening and attention to detail Easy to get started, just print it out or share it digitally Good for different learning levels with clear, simple words Keeps kids focused without feeling like a chore Repeats rhyming practice to build confidence and skill PDF File includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Phonics, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Back To School Literacy, Vowels, Short Vowels, Short Vowels Worksheets
Rhyming Words - Sorting Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, End Of Year, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Rhyming Words – Sorting Activity is a fun and hands-on way to help kids practice recognizing rhymes. Perfect for Kindergarten to 2nd grade, this activity gets students sorting words that sound alike by their endings. It’s a great way to boost their listening skills and build early reading confidence. How you can use it: In small groups or literacy centers As a whole-class activity to get everyone involved Independent work or homework practice A quick warm-up before phonics lessons Morning work or something for early finishers Works well whether you’re teaching in person or online Why teachers like it: Helps kids really tune in to sounds and rhymes Builds important phonics and vocabulary skills Keeps students engaged with a hands-on, interactive approach Easy to prep, just print and cut out the word cards Works for different skill levels, so you can adjust as needed Gives kids confidence as they practice and see the connections between words Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Rhyming, Rhyming Words, Phonics, Vowels, Cvc Words, Back To School, Baack To School Activities, Short Vowels, Cvc Words Worksheets
Telling Time Practice Worksheets
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Back To School, Math, Time, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make teaching time-telling simple, fun, and stress-free with these Telling Time Practice Worksheets ! Designed for elementary students, this resource offers a variety of engaging activities to help kids confidently read and write time on both analog and digital clocks. With clear visuals and plenty of step-by-step practice, these worksheets make it easy to build a strong foundation in time-telling while also strengthening math and problem-solving skills. How to Use: Daily math practice or warm-up work Homework for extra practice at home Math centers and independent activities Small group instruction or one-on-one tutoring Sub plans and test prep Quick skill review and assessment Why You’ll Love It: Builds confidence with analog and digital clocks Offers activities for different skill levels Encourages independent learning with simple directions Provides real-world practice to develop life skills Saves planning time with ready-to-print worksheets Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, and after-school programs This resource is great for introducing new skills, practicing elapsed time, or reviewing concepts all year long. With multiple activities to keep students engaged, your learners will master time-telling with confidence and ease. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Time, Timing, Time Telling, Back To School, Back To School Math, Fall Math, Spring Math, Fall Time Telling, Winter Math, Back To School Activities