$5 - $10 1st Grade Back to School Handouts

Unlock creativity with this engaging Self Portrait Template lesson plan! Perfect for guiding students in creating meaningful self-portraits, this step-by-step drawing helps students learn how to draw a face step-by-step drawing while exploring identity and expression. In Lesson 1, students discuss the concept of portraits vs. self-portraits and begin drawing themselves with a self-portrait template. Lesson 2 focuses on adding colors that best represent them and creating a background that reflects their personality. Finally, in Lesson 3, students finish their artwork and complete an exit ticket to assess their understanding. An inspiring way to combine art with self-discovery!

This resource includes:

• Bulletin board letters
• 3 lesson plans + objectives and exit ticket assessment
• 6 self-portrait templates
• 29 scripted slideshow with teacher's guide

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Have you tried my monthly tear art crafts and ready for more? Looking for a fun, no-prep fall or back to school themed center or craft all in one place?

Look no further, I have bundled my September, October and November kindergarten tear art monthly packs into a great fall bundle. Use this tear art bundle to work on fine motor skills with a fall twist! Students use their hands to tear pieces of paper and glue on to the picture for fun autumn crafts! Perfect for a reading station or center, craft time or to use with a thematic fall unit.

Tear art makes great classroom decor all while having fun working on those fine motor skills!

A total of 19 easy to use sheets plus a BONUS Back to School sheet for your young learners! This bundle includes:

September Tear Art Crafts

October Tear Art Crafts

November Tear Art Crafts

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❤️Looking for engaging high frequency sight word activities to help your students build confidence with early literacy skills? Your students will have fun this back to school season reading, identifying, tracing, writing, and coloring sight words with 100 unique sight word worksheets (100 pages)!

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✏️Perfect for kindergarten, first or second grade students!

✏️ Use these worksheet activities in centers, workstations, for early finishers, as independent morning work, in small groups, or partner work! These activities can also be used to asses where your students are on their learning journey.

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✅ Included: (100 unique sight words / 100 pages)

☑ Color the sight word

☑ Trace the sight word

☑ Dab the sight word

☑ Write the sight word

☑ Highlight the sight word in sentences

☑ Write the sight word in a sentence

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✏️Sight words included:

☑ a, about, all, am, an, and, are, as, at, be, been, but, by, call, can, come, could, do, day, did, down, each, find, first, for, from, get, go, had, has, have, he, her, him, his, how, I, if, in, into, is, it, its, like, long, look, made, make, many, may, more, my, no, not, now, number, of, on, one, or, other, out, part, people, said, see, she, so, some, than, that, the, their, them, then, there, these, they, this, time, to, two, up, use, was, water, way, we, were, what, when, which, who, will, with, word, would, write, you, your

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My first decor bundle is here! Rainbow Pastel has the basics you need for your classroom!

Calendar - either can be flip or use a pocket chart

Nameplates - Editable on powerpoint! Options for each grade span (primary and upper)

Number Posters - Skip counting, number posters

Alphabet - Options for each grade span ( primary, with or without pictures)

Birthday Display - Editable on powerpoint

Numberline - 0 - 120

Shape posters - 2 D shapes

Hand signals - editable on powerpoint or pre-made with options

This resource includes all of our animals' word search puzzles. By buying the bundle you will save a lot and always have a hand on appropriate worksheets for early engaging homework or extra credit assignments. With a carefully chosen vocabulary animal names list, each puzzle is not only fun but an opportunity for discovering and reinforcing knowledge and vocabulary.

Note: this is a growing bundle. As I create new history puzzles, I will add them in.

Animal Names Word Search Puzzles:

Containing these 9 types of animals:

1. Animals that Live in Water and Land
2. Birds
3. Carnivorous Animals
4. Domesticated Animals
5. Herbivores Animals
6. Jungle Animals
7. Mammals
8. Omnivores Animals
9. Wild Animals

Notes:

• This product is not for resale and absolutely not for Commercial Use.

If there is anything specific you need, we will be happy to provide it to you.

56 pages of handouts ready for K-5 students to color, write, bind, and publish. Comes with: Directions Extensions 5 title slides plus one blank title template 45 Black and white coloring images related to back-to-school Writing lines/speech bubbles for adding text and dialogue 5 The End slides Excellent for writing factual or fictional back-to-school stories, introducing writing process, ELA skill mini-lessons, inferencing, peer workshopping, reading, working on basic writing skills, vocabulary, and publishing. Meets Common Core Standards.

This bundle includes everything you're looking for this back to school season, especially for Meet the Teacher or Open House! This editable resource allows you to customize according to your classroom needs.

The resources will provide your parents with all the information they need to get to know you...and it's cute!! Perfect Meet the Teacher Night so your new batch of kiddos can get better acquainted with you and your classroom - at a glance! The PowerPoint documents have a trendy, retro vibe and only the design elements are not editable.

Check out the same bundle available here in one easy download!!

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This resource includes:

• Meet the Teacher (PowerPoint) Introduce yourself to your new students and their families.
• Open House Brochure (PowerPoint) All your important info/dates go in this brochure as well as your contact information.
• Welcome Letter (PowerPoint) Inform parents about your expectations and communicate details about classroom procedures.
• Sign-In Sheet (PowerPoint) Keep a record of who visited your classroom and obtain important contact info at the same time.
• All About Me Banner (PDF) An activity for the first day of school that you can also string up into a banner for some classroom decor.
• 25 Retro Boho Growth Mindset Posters (PDF) Trendy designs and uplifting messages for students which can be displayed in the classroom or in the hallway.

**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**

You might be interested in the Time Capsule Back to School Packet, which includes 22 pages in a "capsule" that helps students reflect on who they are as a person, their goals, and reveals their personalities. There are plenty of creative as well as writing activities to complete. Also, tons of activities you would expect to see in a time capsule like letters to your future self and a list of current pressing issues happening in the world..all activities that are high-interest for Gen Z! Students love unsealing them at the end of the year or at some point in the future...like graduation!

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Get the best of both worlds with this Partner Cards Bundle! This comprehensive set includes 40 Food Pairs Partner Cards, 40 Antonym Partner Cards, and an additional 22 Antonym Partner Cards, offering endless opportunities for student engagement and learning. This bundle provides a fun, interactive way to pair students for activities, encouraging collaboration and teamwork.

Why Students Will Love ❤️ It:

• Diverse and Fun Activities: A variety of cards keep the activities fresh and exciting.

• Interactive and Engaging: Combining different themes ensures students stay interested and involved.

• Collaborative Learning: Encourages teamwork and social interaction in a playful setting.

Why Teachers Will ❤️Love It:

• Ultimate Versatility: With over 100 cards in total, you’ll have a wide variety of options for pairing students and conducting interactive activities.

• Educational and Fun: Combines language practice with engaging gameplay, keeping students motivated and involved.

• Long-Lasting Quality: All cards are printed on cardstock and laminated for durability, ensuring they withstand frequent classroom use.

Key Features:

✨ 100+ Total Cards: Includes 40 Food Pairs, 40 Antonym Pairs, and 22 Additional Antonym Pairs.

✨ Diverse Themes: Combines food pairs and antonyms to offer a range of interactive activities.

✨ Bright and Colorful Design: Eye-catching visuals that appeal to students and make the activities engaging.

✨ High-Quality and Durable: Print cards on cardstock and laminate for long-lasting use.

✨ Versatile Applications: Suitable for icebreakers, academic practice, and team-building exercises.

✨ Enhanced Engagement: Keeps students motivated and involved with a variety of fun and educational activities.

This bundle is perfect ❤️ for any classroom looking to enhance student collaboration and engagement with enjoyable, educational activities!

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This bundle includes cute, colorful back to school gift tags that each come in variety of different sizes. Listed below is every tag this bundle contains, what it is intended to be used with, and what the tag says. Many of these tags can be used with older students or younger students. I am sure your students will love them as much as mine do!

Sweet Treat Tag- can be used with anything sweet (cookies, candy, fruit cup, etc.)

"Get ready for a SWEET year!"

Bright Tag- can be used with sunglasses, a hat, a visor, a glow stick, etc.

"You will shine BRIGHT this school year!"

Stick Together Tags- best if used with stickers but can also attach to temporary tattoos (in the past, I have used these with a "class bracelet" and a sticker to promote unity in my room.

"We will always STICK together! It will be a great year."

Ball Tags- use with a beach ball, a bouncy ball, a foam ball, etc.

"This school year will be a BALL!"

Bubble Tags- can be used with bubbles

"This year will be BUBBLING with gun!"

Pencil Tags- can be used with pencils, notebook, paper, pen, or even a clipboard

"Let's start this year off WRITE!"

Eraser Tags- can be used with decorative erasers, disappearing ink, or even whiteout for older students

"ERASE your fear, it will be a great year!"

Welcome to the back-to-school bundle, designed to foster a positive and engaging classroom community from day one! This comprehensive set includes six thoughtfully crafted resources that will help you kickstart the school year with excitement, creativity, and connection.

Here’s what’s inside:

1. Food Pair Partner Cards

Make partner activities a breeze with these fun and interactive Food Pair Partner Cards! Each card features a food item that pairs with another, making it easy for students to find their partners. Perfect for icebreakers, team-building activities, and group projects.

2. All About Me: Favorite Things

Encourage self-expression and creativity with the "All About Me: Favorite Things" activity. Students can fill out pages with their favorite things, color in images, or use the digital version to type their answers. It’s a fantastic way to get to know your students and let them learn about each other.

3. Back to School One Pager

Help students reflect and set goals for the new school year with the Back to School One Pager. This versatile activity comes with different templates, including blank versions and partially completed ones, allowing students to express themselves in a creative and structured way.

4. Open House Bookmarks

Welcome your students with these adorable and motivational Open House Bookmarks! Featuring cute, catchy phrases and vibrant designs, these bookmarks are perfect for the beginning of the school year or open house events. They come in multiple styles, including color-your-own options, to add a personal touch.

5. Growth Mindset Puzzle

Promote a positive classroom culture with the Growth Mindset Puzzle. This engaging activity encourages students to think about their goals, reflect on their achievements, and embrace a growth mindset. It’s an excellent way to start discussions about perseverance and self-improvement.

6. Get to Know You Bingo Cards

Break the ice and build connections with the Get to Know You Bingo Cards. Each bingo sheet contains 25 unique prompts that encourage students to mingle and learn fun facts about their classmates. This activity is perfect for the first week of school and helps to create a warm and inclusive classroom environment.

Why Teachers Will Love This Bundle:

❤️ Versatile Activities: Suitable for various classroom settings and adaptable to different teaching styles.

❤️ Time-Saving: Ready-to-use resources that save you preparation time while delivering high-quality, engaging content.

❤️ Community Building: Each activity is designed to foster a sense of community, helping students get to know each other and feel comfortable in their new classroom.

❤️ Creative and Fun: Encourages creativity, self-expression, and positive interactions among students.

❤️ Flexible Formats: Includes printable and digital versions to suit your classroom’s needs, whether in-person or remote.

When to Use This Bundle:

• First Week of School: Perfect for getting to know students and establishing a positive classroom environment.
• Open House Events: Use the bookmarks and other activities to welcome students and parents.
• Throughout the Year: These resources are versatile and can be used for various activities, reflections, and team-building exercises.

What’s Included:

• **✅**Food Pair Partner Cards (x cards)

• **✅**All About Me: Favorite Things (black and white, black and white with colored background, full color, and digital versions)

• **✅**Back to School One Pager (various templates)

• **✅**Open House Bookmarks (multiple styles including color-your-own)

• **✅**Growth Mindset Puzzle

• **✅**Get to Know You Bingo Cards (three unique sheets)

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Celebrate your students’ character and contribution to the classroom with these Civic Virtue Student of the Month Certificates! This resource is a great fit for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. Perfect for building a positive classroom culture, these certificates recognize the virtues that truly make a difference—like courage, perseverance, and open-mindedness. Third, Fourth, and Fifth graders need structure and strong examples to ensure model behavior throughout the year.

Why You Need This:

Every classroom needs a way to recognize and celebrate the values that keep it running smoothly. Civic virtues like responsibility, generosity, and respect aren’t just words on a poster—they’re the behaviors and attitudes that make your classroom a positive and productive space. These certificates are the perfect tool to spotlight and reward those students who embody these essential qualities, making your classroom a place where everyone feels valued and motivated.

What Makes It a Great Resource:

These Civic Virtue Student of the Month Certificates do more than just recognize good behavior—they actively encourage it. By acknowledging students who demonstrate key virtues, you reinforce the importance of these qualities and motivate others to follow suit. Each certificate is beautifully designed, customizable, and can be personalized with the student’s name and your signature. Plus, the certificates use free fonts by Kimberly Geswein, which can easily be downloaded for that polished, professional look.

Key Features:

✨12 Unique Certificates: Each one is dedicated to a different virtue, allowing you to recognize a variety of positive behaviors.

✨Customizable Text: Easily add your student’s name and your signature to highlight how special they are.

✨Professional Design: The certificates are designed with free, high-quality fonts by Kimberly Geswein—KG Eyes Open and KG Sorry Not Sorry—which are available for download to ensure consistency and style.

✨Builds Positive Culture: Rewarding virtues like courage, self-discipline, and tolerance helps to establish and maintain a respectful and supportive classroom environment.

✨Flexible Usage: Use these certificates monthly, quarterly, or whenever a student deserves recognition for their outstanding character.

What’s Included:

✅12 Certificates: One for each civic virtue, ready to be customized for your students.

✅Instruction Guide: Easy-to-follow instructions implementing Civic Virtues certificates in your classroom

✅Editable Fill In Option

✅Printable Write in Option

Why wait to create a classroom culture that truly values character? These Civic Virtue Student of the Month Certificates are a simple yet powerful way to highlight and reward the virtues that matter most. Whether you’re looking to reinforce positive behavior, build a stronger classroom community, or just give your students the recognition they deserve, these certificates are a must-have. Plus, they’re designed with a polished, professional look that’s sure to impress!

Grab this resource today, and start celebrating the virtues that make your classroom a better place to learn and grow!

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