Inside: Icebreakers for Spanish classrooms the first week of school. Building community the first couple of days in school is important. Icebreakers can be a fun way to get to know each other a little and even introduce a bit of Spanish! They're especially fun for returning students. Note: As a semi-introvert, most icebreakers terrify me.

This is a fun, 4 page packet to help inform teachers on their new students and to aid in the transition back in to school for the children. There is an interactive dice game where the students will roll a die and share different favorite things, hopefully finding something in common with other stu...

Check out the top icebreakers and ESL activities for first day of class that will get your students talking and getting to know each other.

Energize your classroom with this 'Would You Rather' coloring printout game, perfect for Back to School! Engage students in a lighthearted 'this or that' activity that combines the fun of coloring with thought-provoking questions. The printable coloring pages feature amusing 'Would You Rather' questions tailored for kids, making it an ideal resource for teachers seeking a delightful classroom activity or ice breakers. Download and enjoy these two interactive printable resources to infuse the Back to School season with creativity, laughter, and educational fun! Includes 2 versions with different questions, and a blank version for students who are feeling extra creative and want to come up with their own questions! Images displayed here have a watermark on them, when you purchase and download the PDF, there will be no watermark.

The resource comes with SLIDES for each round (12 categories per round x 7 rounds = 84 categories in total) and can be used multiple times using different round letters (6 unique rounds x each different letter of the alphabet = 100+ possibilities for unique games). Play as many times as you'd like! Includes student response sheets as well. NO PREP! Perfect for bell-ringers, warm-ups, ice breakers, word work, community building activities, group work, etc. ALL GRADES can have fun with this word game! Play individually or in groups. Could use in any English Language / Literacy classes and great for ESL students to practice vocabulary. How to play: For each round, you select a LETTER. Set the timer. Anywhere between 5-10 minutes works well, depending on the age/level of your students. Students have to find something for each category that begins with that letter. Take up the answers after each round: each group shares their answer and if nobody else has the same answer, they get a point. Use the slides to project the categories and have students work in their own workbook, or print the worksheets for them to work on. No prep!! Because you can select a different letter every time, you can re-use all 6 slides with different letters each time, for over 100 different possible rounds. ⭐️ Note: the resource includes 2 versions of slides + 2 versions of worksheets for both American English spelling and Canadian English spelling. ⭐⭐⭐ Save even more time and money, and click here to get this product as part of a full-year ELA BELLRINGERS BUNDLE! (includes all 9 products listed below) ⭐⭐⭐ Looking for ELA Word Work Warmups & Bellringer Activities? 15 Prefixes + 15 Suffixes - Word Work 50 Commonly Misspelled Words 10 Sets of Common Homophones 12 Word Chain Puzzles 15 Word Ladder Puzzles 30 Word Unscrambles 40 Motivational Quotes - Writing Prompts 50 Would You Rather Prompts - Writing + Discussion 84 Categories: Categories Word Game - Slides + Sheets

Product Description 30 Fill-in Personal Posters for Students to Display with Pride Invite students to tell all about themselves in writing and pictures by completing this motivating, literacy-boosting graphic organizer. A great back-to-school icebreaker! Details: 30 posters plus teaching guide 17 x 22 Grades: 3-6

Level: This is most suited to B2 level students.  Time: 20 mins + These conversation questions for B2 level are great ice-breakers for students to get to know their classmates at the start of term. They can also be used at any time to develop speaking skills.  We have a teacher's copy (including teacher's notes, a pronunciation guide and an answer key) and a student version which you can email to your class for online lessons. For best results when printing our PDFs, open and print them through Adobe Acrobat. https://get.adobe.com/reader/

-LOOKING FOR A BACK-TO-SCHOOL ACTIVITY ALL LEARNERS WILL LOVE?- -MAYBE WANTING TO DO AN "ALL ABOUT ME" PROJECT?- This printable "SELFphone" activity bundle is the perfect fit for any learner(s)! This activity is highly interactive, while appealing to technological interests. This set is perfect for small projects or for bulletin boards to display "All About Me's" & Self Portraits. These printable activities are great ice breakers to dive right into getting to know learners better and ease them into a new school year. Purchase once and use the file for years to come! This instant download "SELFphone" Activity can also be easily adapted to classroom settings or used as a homeschooling project. The positive message that it sends is perfect for any type of learning environment. INCLUDES: -1 "Profile" worksheet- Get to know learner(s) in a fun, creative way. -1 "My Life in Apps" Worksheet - Have learner(s) showcase important things in life by creating apps to symbolize them. -1 Phone Case Worksheet- Design a fun phone case that represents the learner. -2 "#Selfie" Worksheets (1 is blank for artists who are more comfortable drawing body outline & 1 with a pre-printed outline for artists needing a little help.) -3 Text Message Response Worksheets - Allow learner (s) to respond back to these questions. These are all the same size and can be cut out and assembled into a book upon completion for a lasting project. —— This listing is an INSTANT DOWNLOAD - No physical item will be shipped to you. —— This bundle comes in 1 PDF file meant for 8.5x11 Paper —— The colors&quality you see may vary when printed out depending on the quality of your printer. © 2023 JGarlowDesigns, All Rights Reserved. ALL designs are for *PERSONAL USE ONLY* You may not share, sell, alter, or replicate these files. By purchasing this listing, you agree to my shop policies. Due to the digital nature of my products, no refunds or exchanges will be issued. If there is a problem with your digital file, please contact me so I can rectify the situation.

Too many classroom icebreakers require students to take big social risks with people they barely know. Or they don't really help students get to know each other. Or they are just plain cheesy.

Two truths and a lie, storytelling edition is one of the best ideas for ice breaker activities in the high school English classroom.

Get ready for an exciting and educational experience with the German: Let's Talk About Books Board Game! This engaging tool is perfect for sharpening language skills of both German-speaking students and ESL learners. The game is simple to use: just print the board (available in color or black and white) and grab a pair of dice. This activity encourages teamwork, as students can participate in pairs or groups of 3-4, or you can lead a smaller group to closely monitor their progress. With a variety of themes and topics within this game series, students have numerous chances to broaden their vocabulary. There are four potential ways to play these board games, ranging from answering questions verbally with partners/groups to writing down answers individually. If you'd like to add a competitive edge, declare the player who reaches the end first as the winner! Explore more resources in my store, Better Teaching Resources. Some additional materials include Spanish: Opposites Dominoes Game, Let's Talk About the Circus Board Game, German Cut and Glue Activity: Prepositions, Spanish Vocabulary Practice Sheet | Pets Cut & Paste, Winter Clip Cards – Spelling & Vocabulary; Creative Fact File Worksheet: Who is Helen Keller? (German Version). Get ready for an enjoyable learning experience filled with laughter and collaboration using this charming board game! German: Let's Talk About Books Board Game

Virtual icebreakers are perfect for getting students introduced to one another. They help encourage students to get to know one another better.

Today I am brining you the perfect combination of back to school ice-breakers and games for those first days of school! Back to school is a crazy time and we all want to hit the ground running. There are routines and procedures to teach and we are ready to get to them the second those kids walk in the door. Building community and getting to know

Whether you're looking for a first day ice breaker or games to play at a back to school bash, this list has something for everyone!

The first week anxiety and nerves are real! Help your new students with some beginning of the year team building activities and ice breakers.

These 32 back to school would you rather questions will be a great addition to your icebreaker activities for the first week of school! Would you rather questions are perfect for language building, classroom building, team building, ice breakers, brain breaks, and writing prompts. The questions in this set are centered around school subjects, places in the school, school supplies, and classroom procedures. Students hear or read the question and answer which option they'd rather have and explain why. This product includes 32 would you rather cards in color 32 black and white would you rather cards Make sure to check out the preview so you're sure of what you're buying! Love these?! Check out my other back-to-school activities! Classroom Expectations Lesson and Activities Bathroom Expectations Lesson and Activities Hallway Expectations Lesson and Activities Please be sure to look at the preview to know exactly what you'll receive ✔️ Follow my TpT store for updates on freebies, digital activities, and printable activities! ✔️ Be sure to leave feedback on paid purchases so you can earn money toward future purchases on TpT! Let’s Connect ❤️Check out my Facebook page! ❤️Follow me on Pinterest! ❤️Check out my TPT store! ❤️Questions? Email me: [email protected]

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Inside: Icebreakers for Spanish classrooms the first week of school. Building community the first couple of days in school is important. Icebreakers can be a fun way to get to know each other a little and even introduce a bit of Spanish! They're especially fun for returning students. Note: As a semi-introvert, most icebreakers terrify me.

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Paper Bag Dramatics: A fun activity for Team Building and Developing Community. Here's an idea that can be used just about anywhere at any time. It encourages groups to solve problems, think creatively, and work as a team.

20 fun and engaging first day of school icebreakers for kids to help your students transition back to school and get to know one another!

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Too many classroom icebreakers require students to take big social risks with people they barely know. Or they don't really help students get to know each other. Or they are just plain cheesy.

On the first week of the new school year, I like to play games where I really get to know a lot about my students and they learn a bit about me, too. There are many great first day activities, but I chose an easy dice game this year. I stumbled upon this idea over at Pinterest. I found plenty of similar ideas, but I created a poster to meet my students' need. I am sharing with you my poster that you can download for free. Just print and play! The rule of this game is very simple. Children will roll the dice and then share something about themselves, depending on the number they rolled. Share this Facebook Twitter Pinterest

--------------------------------------------- Back to School Activities Name Game: Hello children, here we are, At school from near and far. Today we are going to play a game. Please stand when I call your name. Note: This can be used when attendance is taken. How Do You Do? (Tune: "If You're Happy and You Know It") Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? How are you this special day? We're glad you came to play. Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? Teacher shakes each student's hand as verse is sung. This is What We Do At School (Tune: "Mulberry Bush") This is the way we go to school, go to school, go to school. This is the way we go to school so early in the morning. This is the way we walk in the hall... This is the way we hang up our coats... This is the way we sit at our desks... This is the way we ask for help... This is the way we walk to lunch... (add additional phrases to teach classroom rules) Drop the Blanket Name Game Students are divided into two teams. Each team sits on the floor facing the other team. A blanket is held by two volunteers (teacher and a student) between the two groups. Each team then quietly chooses one member of their team to sit just behind the blanket and ahead of their own team. At this point the chosen individuals are sitting facing each other, but concealed by the blanket. The blanket is then dropped and the two students quickly identify his opponent. A point is scored for the team who shouts out the opposing person's name first. Modification: Each team can reveal a verbal clue describing the chosen individual directly behind the blanket, prior to the dropping of the blanket. How Well Do You Know Me? Divide students into groups of two. Students must attempt to answer the following questions about their partner. Even if they don't know the answer, encourage them to guess for more fun. After both students have answered all of the questions, students will share with their partners. Students should correct their answers without erasing their original guesses. 1. What is this student's first name? 2. What is this student's middle name? 3. What is this student's last name? 4. How long has this student lived in this city? 5. How many siblings does this student have? 6. Does this student like to swim? 7. Does this student like sports? 8. What is this student's favorite sport? 9. In which month is this student's birthday? 10. Does this student have any pets? What kind of pets? 11. What is this student's favorite subject? 12. What is this student's favorite game? 13. What is this student's favorite TV show? 14. What is this student's favorite movie? 15. To where has this student gone on vacation? 16. What is this student's special talents? 17. Who is this student's favorite famous person? 18. What is this student's favorite color? 19. What is this student's least favorite subject? 20. What does this student want to be when he/she grows up? Here is a printable version of this name game. It is a little different and can be found HERE. Listening Game Students should start and stop each activity after receiving a predetermined cue. (lights on/off, small bell, hand clap, throat clearing, etc.)  Can we walk in place slowly?  Can we walk in place fast?  Can we run in place slowly?  Can we run in place fast?  Can we hop in place slowly?  Can we hop in place fast?  Can we slide to the left or side slowly?  Can we slide to the right or side fast?  Can we gallop forward slowly?  Can we gallop backwards fast?  Can we skip forward slowly?  Can we skip backwards fast?  Can we jump forward just a little bit at a time?  Can we jump backwards just a little bit at a time?  Can we stand on our right foot and balance ourselves for 10 seconds?  Can we stand on our left foot and balance ourselves for 10 seconds?  Can we hop on our right foot in a circle?  Can we hop on our left foot in a circle?  Can we jump from left to right?  Can we hop from left to right?  Can we bend over and touch our toes with our fingers?  Can we reach for the sky with our arms?  Can we lie on our stomachs and jump up as quickly as possible?  Can we lie on our backs and jump up as quickly as possible?  Can we stand in place and jump as high as we can?  Can we slide to the left and jump?  Can we slide to the right and jump?  Can we stand on our left foot and hop forward?  Can we stand on our right foot and hop forward?  Can we stand on our left foot and hop backward?  Can we stand on our right foot and hop backward? How Do You Do? Play this game outside. It resembles Drop the Handkerchief. Have the students make a large circle and remain standing. Choose one student to start. Have the game starter walk around the outside of the circle and stop behind one person and say, "Hi, I'm ____." The other student turns around and says, "Hi, I'm ____." They then shake hands saying, "How do you do, how do you do, how do you do?" Each then runs in opposite directions around the circle saying "How do you do's" when they meet. The first one back to the spot where the "How do you do's" began is the one to introduce him/herself to another. The game goes on. Memory Name Game Choose a student to start the game. This student says their name and tells about an activity that they enjoy. The student then develops a movement to represent this activity. The next student in the group or row then stands up and repeats step one for him/herself. Then this student has to repeat what the first student has said and the movement the previous student did. These steps are repeated with all the students until everyone has had a turn or the students can go no further. The last student has the hardest job of remembering all the names and movements. Modifications: With younger students, instead of going through the whole class, you can play by individual row or table. 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These conversation questions for A1 level are great ice-breakers for students to get to know their classmates a new class or any time.

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I love the way we created our class agreements this year. First, students participated in a carousel activity where they went around the room to each poster. They had a pile of small post it notes that they used to respond to the questions- A Great Classmate, IS-DOES-SAYS-DOES NOT... A Terrific Teacher, IS-DOES-SAYS-DOES NOT... A Learner, IS-DOES-SAYS-DOES NOT... A Classroom of Learners, IS- LOOKS LIKE- FEELS... Then each group of 4 students looked at all of the responses and came up with their own class agreements. Finally, we put them all together and this is what they came up with. I think they did a great job!

5 Ice-Breaker slides that utilize student current interests. This is a great way to get to know your students and for your students to get to know each other. APPsolutely Awesome Ice-Breakers - Netflix Binge-worthy shows (what have you been binge watching this summer) - What is on your phone (students favorite apps) - Instagram Picture (show us a picture that reflects what you are thinking feeling and why - Pinterest Board- Fill the board with all your favorites - Spotify Most Recently Played- What are you listening to now You will receive a google slides link to these Ice Breakers as well as jpeg files of all of the slides if you would like to use them on another platform. For other digital resources in my store, look below: Guess Who? Digital Ice Breaker Game Digital Syllabus Template Editable Slide Template for Digital Platforms Back to School Webquest Customer Tips: How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases: • Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. Each time you give feedback, TPT gives you feedback credits that you use to lower the cost of your future purchases. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuable for your classroom so I can create more for you. ☺ Be the first to know about my new discounts, freebies and product launches: • Look for the green star next to my store logo and click it to become a follower. Voila! You will now receive email updates

Get Spanish class off to a great start with Get-To-Know-You activities, icebreakers, and movement breaks! Build relationships with students

1-2-3 Come Do A Social Studies Icebreaker With Me! "My Home" is a quick and easy "craftivity" perfect for those studying about neighborhoods or families, or use as a sweet icebreaker for the first week of school, as it's a wonderful way to get to know your new students. You can also do this for an easy activity that parents can work on with their child during your Open House. Completed projects make a wonderful back to school bulletin board. If you send a "welcome to school" summer letter out, you could also include the house pattern in that, or send it home the first day of school. Children take home, complete and bring back the next day to share with their new classmates. What an interesting and fun way for them to learn about each other, which also gives them practice sharing in front of the class. So your kiddos get to know a bit about their teacher, make sure to do one for yourself to use as an example. Here's What To Do: Students write their family's last name at the top, write the number of members in their family and then draw a picture of them. Inform children to label their drawing to tell who is represented. Let them know that they can include pets as well. Children glue a photgraph of themselves in the window. For the door, students complete the writing prompt "My favoirte room is..." and then explain why. Some schools still have "knows their address" as a standard, so I've included a window for that as well. Children color their house the appropriate color and cut it out. After students share their homes, make a classroom "neighborhood" as a bulletin board. Click on the link to view/download the My Home back to school icebreaker activity. Thanks for visiting. Feel free to PIN away! My "Pin It" button is at the top. I hope you can stop by tomorrow for another home-sweet-home "craftvity" entitled H is for House. "If you don't risk, you can't grow. If you don't grow, you can't become the best you, you can be!" -Unknown

Get Spanish class off to a great start with Get-To-Know-You activities, icebreakers, and movement breaks! Build relationships with students

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Get Spanish class off to a great start with Get-To-Know-You activities, icebreakers, and movement breaks! Build relationships with students