About This Lesson
Kickstart the new school year with this Back-to-School Fun & Feelings Bundle—designed for K‑2nd graders to ease into learning while boosting creativity, social connection, and self-expression!
What’s Included?
- Back-to-School Wreath CraftA DIY classroom decoration featuring hand-drawn doodles and personalized details. Great for welcoming students back and brightening your learning environment.
- “Let’s Doodle” Coloring SheetsIncludes playful back-to-school printable pages for children to color, doodle, and decorate—perfect for morning warm-ups or independent creativity time.
- Back-to-School Joke CardsA set of kid-friendly, school-themed jokes to spark conversation and laughter. Ideal for morning meetings, ice-breakers, or table talk prompts.
- Feelings Activity SheetHelps students identify and express emotions about returning to school through a guided drawing/writing format. Encourages emotional awareness and communication.
- “Make-a-Sentence” PowerPointAn interactive presentation where students build and read simple back-to-school sentences—ideal for literacy centers and language development.
- Classmate Interview ActivityA fun printable worksheet for students to ask each other questions and get to know their classmates, promoting communication and community in your classroom.
Why You’ll Love This Bundle
- Perfect for the first week of school: Combines art, literacy, social-emotional learning, and classroom community building.
- Low prep and no stress: Just print and let students explore at stations, in small groups, or whole-class settings.
- Supports multiple skills: Encourages writing, fine motor skills, speaking, listening, and emotional intelligence.
- Fosters connection: Activities like interviews and joke sharing help build new friendships and ease the transition back to school.
How Can I Use It in My Classroom?
- Greet the kids with a classroom wreath made from their artwork.
- Break the first-day jitters with jokes and a feelings sharing session.
- Spark creativity using the doodle coloring sheets during independent start-up time.
- Boost literacy with the make-a-sentence PowerPoint in small groups or guided reading.
- Help students connect through fun classmate interviews and partner sharing.
Bring warmth, fun, and connection to your classroom with this versatile, engaging back-to-school resource pack. Let’s make this year a great one!
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