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Classical Music Activities | Build a Superhero
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
"My students loved creating their "Music Superheroes!" while we listened to superhero theme songs! They really enjoyed listening to the classical pieces chosen and were excited to find pieces they had heard before in class." - Music with Mrs. Kennedy
Build a Classical Superhero! Each activity uses the students initial(s) to decode a music-inspired name, instrument, and theme song. Great for a back to school, mini class activity, or a music center.
The objective is to assemble a variety of musical qualities for the hero. Each superhero will have a different story, briefly told through their theme song and other choices. Creative writing or storytelling is encouraged.
Full-color pages for music centers/activities are included, with a variety of design and color options provided. The black & white version is also included.
What's Inside:
Este soy yo!! Get to Know Me Booklet!
By La Llama Bilingüe
Tamaño original: 14 x 8.5 in o 36 x 22 cm
Esta es una actividad divertida que puede realizarse al principio del año escolar y conectarse con el último día de la escuela. Con preguntas estratégicas, los niños podrán darse cuenta cuánto han crecido y cómo sus gustos han cambiado a lo largo de los 10 meses de escuela.
Solo imprime y ya!
Vowel Teams Vowel Pairs Games First Grade Second Grade
By Primary Piglets
BACK TO SCHOOL PHONICS GAMES - VOWEL TEAMS - VOWEL PAIRS is a set of 6 board games with a September Back to School theme. You'll have games for these skills: ai, ay, ea, ee, oa, oe, ui, ue, ey, e, mixed. 6 games in color and 6 in B&W. Print & Go, just add a die.
These gameboards are "closed" gameboards. You can make these work in your favor by setting up the guidelines ahead of time. Students can continue to play round and round the board until the time is up. Put a small pile of tokens such as cubes in the center and they can collect one for each lap they make if you want a way to keep score. Or, you can state that the games are over after a player has made 5 rounds, or however you choose.
✅Literacy Centers
✅Small Groups
✅Tutoring/Parent Helpers
✅Send home B&W games
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Logic Puzzle Game... "Who Drew the Picture?" A First Day of School Mystery
By Joyful Explorations
Who drew a picture for the teacher on the first day of school? Your little detectives will have fun solving this mystery while they are using deductive reasoning skills. (This is an important pre-math skill.) These logic games help boost brain activity, improve concentration and enhance memory.
*There are FIVE different first day of school mysteries included with this game. Each mystery contains unique clues and a unique guilty suspect. You can play any (or all!) of the five mysteries. The games can be printed or they can be viewed on a screen or whiteboard.
*Also included is a first day of school coloring page.
Check out my other mystery and logic activities!
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Back to School Word Search Puzzle
By Creative Soul Printables
Back to school time and looking for a beginning of the year fun. A word search with back school vocabulary can help bring that fun to the students. They can learn while getting to know you the teacher and other students. This is also a fun activity for homeschoolers to do the first day of school. Students will learn 15 common words about going back to school!
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What's Included:
1 Back to School Word Search
Answer Key
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Under the Sea Ocean Bingo|Underwater|Back to School Activity|Marine Animal Unit
By LessonLink Teacher
This Under the Sea Ocean Bingo or Underwater Bingo activity resource offers an engaging way to enhance your marine animal unit and can also serve as an interactive icebreaker for Back to School activities.
The beautifully designed bingo boards and calling cards feature a variety of underwater creatures and items, making learning about marine life both educational and exciting.
Whether you're teaching biology, environmental science, or simply fostering a love for the ocean, this product provides a unique and enjoyable way to connect students with the marine world.
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All About Me Activity for Grades 6-8 - First Day of School Worksheet
By Oops Math is Fun
Start the school year with this engaging and creative "All About Me" coloring activity, designed specifically for students in grades 6, 7, and 8. This worksheet is perfect for the first day of school, helping students express themselves through both writing and art.
Each version of the worksheet features a large number in the middle (6, 7, or 8) divided into sections with wavy lines for a fun coloring activity. Students will color each section based on prompts such as their mood today, their summer vacation, their favorite color, their best memory, and their feelings towards the new school year.
Key Features:
Interactive Classroom Activity: Encourage students to discuss their worksheets with their classmates to get to know each other better. The teacher can also call on students to share their answers with the whole class, including the colors they used and what each color represents. This activity fosters a sense of community and helps students feel more connected.
What's Inside:
(same set of questions)
This "All About Me" activity is a perfect icebreaker for the first day of school, allowing students to share about themselves in a fun and creative way. It's ready to print, no prep needed, and ideal for building a positive classroom environment from day one.
OTHER BACK-TO-SCHOOL PRODUCTS:
Copyright © OOPS! Math is Fun [2024]. All rights reserved. This digital product is the sole creation of OOPS! Math is Fun and is intended for personal use by a single individual only. Redistribution, posting online, resale, or sharing of this product, in part or in whole, is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from OOPS! Math is Fun. Any unauthorized use or distribution may result in legal action.
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"This 'All About Me' worksheet was exactly what I needed for my 8th-grade class. It combined art and writing perfectly, making it enjoyable for everyone. Students loved coloring the sections and discussing their answers with classmates. It really helped break the ice and allowed me to learn a lot about my students quickly. Will definitely use it again next year!"
Back to School Printable Bingo Game - Letter & Number Recognition, School Nouns
By Kimberly
❤️Looking for a fun game to play on the first day of school that caters to all of your students regardless of their reading level? These engaging back to school themed bingo activities come with 30 unique bingo cards (with easy to identify pictures), 87 calling cards (medium and large options) and instructions to help your preschool, kindergarten, or 1st grade learners get hands-on while practicing letter recognition, number identification, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, listening skills and more!
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✏️ Play as a whole class, in small groups, in centers, as an enrichment activity, in sensory bins, as a review game, for indoor recess, or class parties!
✏️ Use calling cards to play matching games, go-fish games, memory games, build patterns, complete patterns, charades games, write the room activities, scavenger hunts, flashcard puzzles, flashcard fishing (use magnet, paperclip & string) and more!
✏️ This bingo game is low prep! Simply print onto card stock and laminate for extra durability. Cut the calling cards and place in a pile or container!
⭐️Check out the preview and video preview for a sneak peek!
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✅ Includes: (98 pages)
☑ 30 unique bingo cards (color & bw)
☑ 87 calling cards (medium & large)
✅ Bonus:
☑ bingo instructions
☑ table of contents
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✅ Letters included:
☑ A-Z
✅ Numbers included:
☑ 1-10
✅ Pictures included:
☑ apple
☑ award
☑ backpack
☑ basketball
☑ beaker
☑ bell
☑ blocks
☑ book
☑ boy
☑ bus
☑ calculator
☑ calendar
☑ chair
☑ chalkboard
☑ clock
☑ computer
☑ crayons
☑ dinosaur bones
☑ eraser
☑ football
☑ girl
☑ glasses
☑ globe
☑ glue
☑ guitar
☑ idea
☑ magnifying glass
☑ marker
☑ microscope
☑ music
☑ notebook
☑ paint
☑ paper
☑ paperclip
☑ pen
☑ pencil
☑ pizza
☑ planner
☑ playground
☑ puzzle
☑ ruler
☑ school
☑ scissors
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☑ tape
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☑ trophy
☑ window
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Back to School SEL and Community Building Toolkit for Middle School 10 protocols
By TooBookedUp
Elevate your middle school classroom environment with our "Ultimate SEL and Community Building Toolkit." This all-encompassing resource is expertly crafted to enrich your classroom with Social Emotional Learning (SEL), community builders, behavior management techniques, and much more. Whether you're hitting the reset button mid-year, kicking off a new semester, or integrating SEL into your daily curriculum, this toolkit is your go-to resource.
What’s Included:
Each activity in this toolkit comes with comprehensive protocols, clear instructions, essential materials lists, suggested teacher dialogues, and practical considerations. Additionally, you'll find ready-to-use worksheets or engaging Slide presentations to seamlessly integrate these activities into your daily teaching routine.
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Highlights
This toolkit is more than just a collection of activities; it's a pathway to creating a nurturing, empathetic, and engaged classroom community. Equip yourself with this invaluable resource and witness the transformative power of SEL in your middle school classroom!
Back to School | All About Me Math - Calculator
By Nardine Mettry
Looking for a fun and engaging way to get your students thinking about numbers in their daily lives? This activity is a perfect alternative to traditional "Getting to Know You" math worksheets! By replacing numbers with personal details, students will discover the numerous ways numbers are woven into the fabric of our everyday experiences.
What's Included?
What Students Will Do?
Brainstorming Numbers: Distribute the blank worksheet to each student. Encourage them to think about their own lives and all the different ways numbers play a role in their daily routines, hobbies, interests, and experiences.
Replacing Numbers with Facts: Each numbered prompt on the calculator serves as a starting point. Students should replace the numbers with their own number-related facts.
Sharing and Discussion: Once students have completed their worksheets, create a space for sharing and discussion.
This activity allows students to:
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Back to School I Spy Worksheets | Seek and Find Printable Activity
By Jennifer Arnold
Looking for a fun way for kids to work on counting skills while celebrating Back to School?
This Back to School I Spy Game is perfect for classroom activities or at-home fun! This printable seek-and-find worksheet is filled with cute back to school designs that challenge kids to find and count objects, making learning feel like play.
Here’s how you can make the most of this I Spy Game in your classroom or homeschool:
Morning Warm-Up Activity: Start the day with a fun, low-prep task by using it as a “bell ringer.” It’s a great way to help students settle in and get focused right from the start.
Counting & Math Practice: Let students count and record the objects they find, naturally building their basic counting and early math skills. You can even extend the activity by having students create simple addition or subtraction problems based on their findings.
Focus and Observation Exercise: Use it as a calm-down activity to help students practice visual discrimination and focus on details. This makes it ideal for students who need a bit of extra help sharpening their observation skills.
Group or Partner Activity: Have students work in pairs or small groups to complete the Back to School I Spy game. It’s a fun way to build teamwork and communication skills while keeping students engaged.
Brain Break: Use it as a quick “brain break” or reward activity. It provides a structured yet fun break that keeps kids focused and excited without disrupting your classroom flow.
This Back to School I Spy Game is a flexible, engaging resource to add to your seasonal toolkit, perfect for mixing fun with learning!
Want more I Spy seasonal games? Check out the I Spy Game bundle!
What’s included:
1 file with 2 PDf pages
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This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.
I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Thank you! :)
-Jennifer
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Editable Meet the Teacher Jeopardy Game Show Template | Back to School
By SPO Resources
Need a fun icebreaker for the first day back to school? This editable Meet Your Teacher Jeopardy Game is the perfect activity for students to get to know you during the first week. Use the PowerPoint or Google Slides template to customize your game show. Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to the classroom, this game will help you connect with your students and make a memorable introduction from day one.
CONTENTS AT A GLANCE
★ Fully Editable Gameshow Templates: Available for PowerPoint and Google Slides.
★ Finished Gameshow Examples: Preview completed versions to guide your creation process.
★ Additional PDF Pages:
⭐️ Each Gameshow Template Includes:
⭐️ PowerPoint Only Features:
HOW TO USE
✨ EASY-TO-FOLLOW GAMEPLAY ✨
Playing the game is straightforward. Simply enter presenter mode in PowerPoint or Google Slides, click on category boxes to access questions, reveal answers, and track scores using the built-in scoreboard feature (PowerPoint version). Detailed instructions ensure seamless implementation.
❤️ Why You'll Love It ❤️
❤️ Build Connections: Share your story, favorite things, and a bit about your journey in a way that’s engaging and memorable for your students.
❤️ Flexible & Fun: Customize the categories and questions to make your game personal and relevant.
❤️ Quick to Customize: With everything set up for you, just add your details, and you’re all set for an exciting first day!
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Kick off your school year with the Meet the Teacher Jeopardy Game—a must-have for creating a fun and welcoming classroom right from the start.
Maze Games Fun Friday Activity
By Thachakorn Kokong
Looking for a fun and engaging activity to keep your students entertained on Fridays? These free maze games are perfect for kids of all ages! With 20 challenging mazes and solutions provided, students will have a blast testing their problem-solving skills and spatial reasoning abilities.
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Back to School Digital & Printable First Day/Week of School Activities & Games
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
Get these three back-to-school activities, games, and stations for 20% off when you buy this bundle!
⚠️ Please see each product for specific details.
These three activities are great for the first day or week of a new school year. Students can get to know the teacher, their peers, and the classroom! Additionally, the reading comprehension activity is perfect for checking your students' comprehension levels at the start of the school year.
All About Me Doodle Stations | Back to School Activity for First Day of School
Back to School Get To Know You Digital Game TEMPLATE:
Back to School Printable Scavenger Hunt:
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Back to School Math and Literacy Learning Small Group Activities Preschool
By Kyla McHenry
Celebrate going back to school with fun and active learning! This pack includes fun and engaging activities and games to keep you learning as you move back to school. This bundle contains fifteen learning games that allow your students to have hands on experiences with the alphabet, rhyming, counting and have so much fun they won't even know they're learning!
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Beginning of the Year Escape Room
By Educate and Create
Looking for a fun way to get your students moving? Want to have them collaborating at the beginning of the year? Want to leave a lasting and fun impression upon them? Look no further. The Beginning of the Year Escape Room will have students moving and working together to solve different tasks: Puzzle, Maze, Growth Mindset, and Embedded Message.
PowerPoint Games: Animals Matching Game For Kids| Self Directed Learning
By Home Learners Hub
Ignite a Passion for Animals with Our Engaging Animals Matching PowerPoint Game
Set off on a thrilling journey with the "Animals Matching Game", a captivating PowerPoint game that transforms the wonders of the animal kingdom into a dynamic educational experience for children. This game skillfully merges the thrill of exploration with the delight of learning, enabling kids to match animals to their names, sounds, and habitats in an interactive safari-like adventure.
Benefits for Children:
Enhances Knowledge of Wildlife: Kids will explore a diverse range of animals, from well-known species to the more exotic, deepening their appreciation of our planet’s biodiversity.
Boosts Memory and Recognition Abilities: The game’s animal matching challenges are designed to hone memory, fine-tune attention to detail, and enhance pattern recognition skills.
Stimulates Curiosity about the Natural World: Unveiling unique animal traits and behaviors, this game nurtures a child’s curiosity and fascination with nature.
Interactive Educational Fun: Featuring vibrant animations and compelling gameplay, children stay actively involved, turning each challenge into a chance for discovery and learning.
Embark on the "Animals Matching Game" and watch as young explorers begin their own virtual safari, uncovering the secrets of the animal kingdom with each successful match.
What’s included:
- 1 powerpoint match game
Format:
- ppt show (you’ll just have to double click on the file to play the game)
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1.) This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.
2.) Once payment is complete, you get lifetime access to the product.
3.) For PERSONAL USE ONLY.
4.) Quality of the actual game effects will be dependent on the quality and available storage space of the devices used.
Delivery:
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There will be no refunds and no returns.
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Whole Class Reward System - Behavior Management Games - Help The Class Pets
By Teaching With Coffee and Mascara
Looking for a new Whole Class Reward System? Try making classroom behavior management fun for you and your students by using cooperative games! Games are my favorite strategies for classroom behavior management. Using a game can create instant student buy in and keep students engaged and motivated!
Good classroom management all begins with a plan. This game will make having a plan in place easy, yet effective.
This Set Includes:
Help The Class Pets
The object is for the player/s to help get all the class pets back into their habitat before the class comes back to school.
You will get:
- 3 Printable Game Board Options (in full color, ink saving color and black & white outline)
- A Digital Game Board uploaded into Google Slides™ with movable pieces
- A printable page of ready made goals & prizes that you can cut and attach to your game board
- a page of goal ideas (you can type or write these in on the editable game board)
- a page of prize ideas (you can type or write these in on the editable game board)
- A page with game cards & game pieces (10 class pet options)
- A digital card randomizer
- A video on how to set up the game
- A video on how to play the game (you can show this to students)
This game will help your students excited to meet their goal and not only earn their prize but to help the cute class pets!
Prep is quick and easy! Have your printable game printed and prepped in under 5 minutes. OR if you prefer no prep you can use the digital game board!
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“I am so glad a digital copy is available. We don't have color printing available to us and I think it's so much more appealing in color!”
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“We have never tried anything like this in our classroom before. It was fun for students, and new that there was good buy in.”
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Keep students engaged All Year Long with the Seasonal Bundle! You get a game for each season to keep things fresh. Students just love helping the squirrel collect all his acorns, the polar bears making it to their den, the farmer getting all the animals into the barn and the starfish onto the rocks! Teachers love that they get 35% off!
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Columbus Day Word Search Activity Worksheet Puzzle & Solution
By Zaazoua Mostapha
This word search puzzle contains 43 words of vocabulary related to Columbus day, it is designed to help students make sense of the story of Christopher Columbus and his journey to the Americas in 1492.
Through this activity, students will show increased vocabulary and understanding of why Columbus Day celebrations occur in the United States.
The words may be hidden in any direction (including diagonally but not backward) and there may be some overlap. This makes for a somewhat challenging puzzle. Lots of classroom fun is guaranteed.
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Classroom Icebreakers Activity Bundle - Back to School - First Day Fun and Games
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Make the First Days of School Fun and Memorable with These Engaging Icebreakers!
Kick off the school year with this dynamic Classroom Icebreakers Activity Bundle designed to help students get to know each other, build classroom community, and feel comfortable in their new environment. Whether it's the first week of school or anytime you need to foster better classroom relationships, these fun and interactive games are perfect for middle and high school students.
These no-prep, easy-to-implement activities will have your students laughing, sharing, and working together, creating a positive classroom atmosphere from day one!
What’s Included:
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