Start of school year ideas

I can’t say I’m a big fan of icebreakers myself, at least the get-to-know-you type. Students may be grouped in a different way from the previous year, and there are always new students to the schoo…

Get to know your students this back to school season with these ideas and freebies. Start your first day of school with these the perfect ice-breakers and activities. You'll love these… More

An engaging back-to-school writing activity. Use Skittles to help students brainstorm things to introduce themselves during back-to-school.

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Kick off the school year with a delightful schoolhouse craft! Draw each student with simple strokes, then add their artwork to a colorful classroom display. This fun project enhances fine motor skills and builds a sense of community, making the classroom feel like home! 🏠🎨✏️

Nearly 400 teachers weighed in on their favorite back-to-school activities and ice breakers - and here are their top picks! The most popular, practical, and unique back-to-school activities loved by teachers around the world!

Uncover 7 back to school activities for 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th grade. Learn more about Classroom Community Building Activities that are must dos for the first week of school ideas, including All About Me template, All About My Culture Activities, 2 Truths & a Lies & much more.

The lessons you teach at the beginning of the year are crucial for laying the foundation and setting the tone for the rest of the school year. During the first week, your schedule should be a mix of teaching procedures and expectations as well as building a strong classroom community. Download o

Hosting a back to school event is a great way to make the transition from summer vacation to the school year easier and smoother. Check out our event ideas for inspiration and helpful tips!

This is a fun thing to set up in your class to get students excited from the start

Open House ideas. Great activity for students to do to show during Open house.

YOU’RE FINALLY HERE! Written and Illustrated by Mélanie Watt you can find this book in picturebook fiction, E WAT WELCOME! Hooray! You’re finally here! But where were you? At first, this litt…

Need some fresh first week of school activities? Check out these day-by-day plans for the first week of third grade.

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The first week of school is a critical time to teach all your classroom procedures and expectations. I usually spend the first week of school…

It's back-to-school time. Are you ready for it? Here are nine tips for your first couple days of school that will get your year off to a good start.

A simple and quick back to school activity that will keeps students talking about it all year. This lesson plan will really get your students thinking in the long term through the entire school year.

Need a fun and easy activity to build relationships with your students? You’ll love this getting to know you first week of school activity!

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