Get to Know Me - First Day of School Activities
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About This Product
Make the first day of school meaningful and fun with the Get to Know Me activity pack! This resource is designed to help students open up, express themselves, and start building connections in the classroom. It includes a variety of engaging prompts and creative tasks that encourage students to share information about their interests, goals, and personalities.
Ways to Use:
First day or first week of school icebreaker
Morning work or bell-ringer activity
Partner or small group discussions
Bulletin board or hallway display
Portfolio or journal entry for the beginning of the year
Great for substitute plans during the first week
Advantages:
Promotes student self-awareness and confidence
Helps teachers quickly learn about their students
Encourages classroom bonding and peer interaction
Builds foundational social-emotional learning (SEL) skills
Supports writing, drawing, and speaking activities
Suitable for a wide range of grade levels
Low-prep and adaptable for different classroom formats
Whether used individually or shared with the class, this activity helps set a positive tone for the school year. Make your classroom a welcoming space from day one with this fun and thoughtful resource!
PDF file includes 1 page.
Enjoy!