My First Day of School – Reading Passage

Make your students’ first day memorable and meaningful with this engaging My First Day of School, Reading Passage resource!

Designed for Kindergarten to 2nd grade learners, this simple and relatable passage helps young readers build confidence while connecting with a positive first-day-of-school experience. The text uses age-appropriate vocabulary, basic sight words, and short sentences perfect for early readers.

This resource includes a short reading passage followed by comprehension questions, allowing students to practice reading fluency and understanding in a fun, school-themed context.

Ways to Use:

• First week of school reading activity

• Small group or guided reading lesson

• Independent reading and comprehension practice

• Morning work or early finisher task

• Informal check of passage comprehension

Advantages:

• Helps students relate personally to the school experience

• Builds reading confidence with simple vocabulary and structure

• Encourages discussion about school routines and emotions

• Provides a quick and easy prep literacy activity

• Offers an early look into each student's comprehension skills

This resource is a perfect way to kick off the school year with purposeful literacy practice while helping students feel seen, heard, and excited to read!