Is it possible that the first day of school is upon us already?! Oh my this summer did fly by! While parents and teachers have so much on their minds in preparation for the big day, our little ones have a whole other set of worries inside of them...those first day jitters! This Jitter Juice Recipe is sure to help!One of my most favorite ways to get those first day of school jitters out is to … [Read more...]
Ice Cream Scoop Counting Sensory Activity
We are knee deep in summer fun around here but have had a few rainy days. On those afternoons we are searching for fun, seasonal activities to keep us busy! Although it is hard to say, this activity is perfect for a little back-to-school prep. In the essence of keeping things festive, we are working on this Ice Cream Scoop Counting Sensory Activity! Practicing 1:1 correspondence and counting just … [Read more...]
Free Printable Back to School Matching Game
This free printable back to school matching game is a fun boredom buster for your home or classroom! The game can be downloaded and printed for an easy way to practice early scissor skills, develop memory skills, and work on important fine motor skills. This would be a great ice-breaker activity for students to play together in the beginning of the school year!To begin, gather your … [Read more...]
The Kissing Hand Crafts That Are Perfect for Back to School
One of my favorite Back to School read alouds is The Kissing Hand. There is something so heartwarming about it that kids can always relate to. "Being like Chester" and staying so brave at school until they see their families again at the end of the day is something we always start the year off with. We even have a Chester stuffed animal in our room! If you love this story too, you will love … [Read more...]
Awesome First Day of School Activities for Kindergarten
The first day of school can be a scary time for kids, especially Kindergarten kids who may have never entered a classroom before. As a teacher, you can make the transition to school a bit easier by providing your class with fun and memorable first day of school activities. These adorable first day of school activities for Kindergarten (or any primary children) are sure to be a hit!First Day … [Read more...]
Print and Play Back to School Activities and Centers
Back to School season is here, and it's always a flurry of activity! From meet the teacher night, to classroom setup, to teacher meetings, and more, there is always so much to do before you start that first day and kick-off the excitement of fall.Building literacy and math center routines is a huge part of Back to School in the classroom, and it can be tricky to find and prep just-right … [Read more...]
