This week was our first week back and, boy am I tired! My class is great though...very inquisitive and eager to learn. They take their work seriously and are actively working most of the day. Who could ask for more?? We did quite a few things this week, but I want to share with you one "get to know you" project we did that really came out great. I seriously can't stop staring at it! I saw this pin on Pinterest. I love how it looks and thought it would make a great welcome sign. Now, on the pin, the hands seemed to be just colored in. I wanted something a bit more. So we started with creating Circle Maps about ourselves. What made us special? What are some things that have shaped us? Where did you go in your life? etc....Most of the kids finished these Circle Maps in class on the first day of school. I then asked the students to trace their hands and arms on a piece of 11 x 17" piece of paper. They then had to draw, write, decorate, etc...the traced in hand with items from the Circle Map. The goal was to teach their fellow classmates about themselves in a visual way, without giving away too much information (ie: I didn't want them to write paragraphs.) That is pretty much how far we got in class. So, the first homework assignment the students had to finish the project at home. I gave them this sheet so that they could be a bit more focused on their project and add a bit if they wanted. (but if you are going copy-less, just forgo this. They can write the information on a sheet of paper instead.) The next day, the hands came back to school...and they were great! I had the kids get into groups and share what they decided to put on their hands and why. The kids learned a lot about each other in that 15 minute session! You can see some of them used words as well as pictures to tell about themselves. I love the one directly in the center of this picture! Others just used pictures, like the one in the middle here. When I went to put them around a piece of poster board, like in the original pin, they didn't fit :( I think if I had used a smaller piece of paper to trace their hands to begin with they might have. Oh well! I decided to put them up as if the hands were all in a line, raising up.....and it came out great! I overlapped the hands, so I was able to get 5 or 6 on one piece of large construction paper. I then mounted them on my wall. I love it! All in all, this was a fun little project that served as a great way for the kids to get to know each other and make a nice display! What is something you do during the first week of school to help the kids get to know each other and for you to learn a little about them? Follow me on Snapchat for even more teaching ideas!
Fun and easy "About Me" booklet to make from one sheet of paper and no glue!
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
This back to school math activity is a perfect get to know you activity to start a new school year. There are multiple versions of the math pennant included and glyph directions if you'd like to give more structure to the activity. The finished pennants are a colorful addition to your math classroom decor and make for a welcoming classroom. Now includes a digital drag and drop version of the back to school math activity in GOOGLE Slides to meet the needs of distance learning. Happy back to school!
This back to school math activity is a perfect get to know you activity to start a new school year. There are multiple versions of the math pennant included and glyph directions if you'd like to give more structure to the activity. The finished pennants are a colorful addition to your math classroom decor and make for a welcoming classroom. Now includes a digital drag and drop version of the back to school math activity in GOOGLE Slides to meet the needs of distance learning. Happy back to school!
Sometimes, you just want to be different and that's FINE.
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Another group/friends pack! Hopefully in time for your Sims’ crazy New Year’s parties. Big thank you to @sofssims for sending references, testing it, AND letting me use her Kai in the preview (right…
Teach the scientific method to your students through these engaging science experiments! Check out this blog post to learn more!
This back to school math activity is a perfect get to know you activity to start a new school year. There are multiple versions of the math pennant included and glyph directions if you'd like to give more structure to the activity. The finished pennants are a colorful addition to your math classroom decor and make for a welcoming classroom. Now includes a digital drag and drop version of the back to school math activity in GOOGLE Slides to meet the needs of distance learning. Happy back to school!
As we embark on a new academic journey, there’s no better time than the start of the school year to introduce and master the art of implementing stations in your classroom.
This is something that I did last year at the beginning of the school year. The kids loved it and it's a fun way to get to know each ot...
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
I wanted to find a new self portrait project for the first week of school this year. I saw some inspiration on pinterest, but there were no directions on how to create it. So I took the best from the pics I saw and tried to recreate it my style. I used my 5 year old to practice this before my 3rd graders start this year. Here's how I did it... Step 1: Take a photo of your student as they stand so you get their Profile shot. Step 2: Airdrop or send the photo to your computer and print it out on a regular black/white printer on plain white paper. Then take a thin tipped black marker or sharpie and trace the outline. Step 3: Fill in the profile with a black marker. I used a black crayola marker, but I'm sure any black marker or crayon will do. You can stop below the neck or go all the way to the bottom of the picture. Step 4: Cut out the black very carefully. Step 5: Glue it onto blank white paper or cardstock . Step 6: Take a black pen or pencil and a ruler and draw straight lines to separate the background into sections. Step 7: Design as you wish. I'm going to have my students choose things all about them. It could be words to describe them, favorite things they enjoy...and filled with pictures and words to show them. I like the idea of the name only being on the back, so when parents come in they can guess which one is their child. So that's it! I plan to back these on black paper and hang in my classroom. Hope they all turn out great. I think this might be my new favorite back to school portrait art project!! If you like it or plan to use it, I'd love to see your pics and comments too!
Start your student's new school year off with some self-reflection. Each page is geared towards getting your students to look at themselves, their families, and their friends!
Kick off the new school year with creativity and connection through the "All About Me Polaroid Camera Craft"! This engaging back-to-school activity invites students to design their very own Polaroid cameras, complete with a space to draw a self-portrait and prompts to share their favorite things, such as food, movie, subject, season, and book. It's a fun and meaningful way for students to express their individuality and introduce themselves to new classmates. Whether displayed on a bulletin board as part of a welcoming showcase or taken home as a special keepsake, this craft is the perfect way to start the school year on a bright and personal note! What's Included: 8 PDF black and white pages 4 Polaroid Camera Pages (2 different versions of both prompts) •All About ________! •All About Me •SNAPSHOT About ________! •SNAPSHOT About Me! 4 Photo Reel Pages (2 different versions either wide of narrow photos) Main Photo Page: 4 photos (Self Portrait, Favorite Food, Favorite Subject, Favorite Animal) Optional Photo Page: 4 photos (Favorite Season, Favorite Book, Favorite Movie, Favorite Color) Please note: This resource is uneditable.
K-4th Grade
This All About Me headband is a fun and interactive way for kids to introduce themselves to their classmates and teacher on the first day of school. The paper hats can be worn during class to help classmates get to know each other better. This crafts not only encourages self-expression and creativity but also helps kids feel more comfortable and confident in their new environment. Included on the headband: My name is _______ I am _______ years old Favorite color Favorite foods I am good at ________ My superpower is _______ The product includes: a list of supplies directions patterns photos of the final project photos of steps to be followed PLEASE NOTE - Files are NOT editable.- Please be aware that this listing is for a digital download.- No physical product will be shipped.- There will be no refunds given once the sale goes through. TERMS OF USEYou are welcome to use this printable for personal or classroom use. No commercial use or reselling of the digital files or any finished product is allowed.
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I LOVE January! Not the blustery, freezing cold that has me heavily considering a Hawaiian move or hibernation, but the opportunity for a classroom refresh and the promise that the new year offers each one of us. Even though we are only half way through the school year, January means we are HALF WAY through the school year!!! Semester one down, semester two to go! We've got this!
Call me crazy, but I love getting my planner ready and organized for a brand new semester.
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Digital Planner for OneNote | Organized into sections and easy to use | Minimal design gives you plenty of writing space | For iPad, Android, Windows | SUNDAY + MONDAY start included ⭐️ Important notes: This digital planner can be used on any device that supports OneNote but you will need access to a computer to import it. If you don't have one, please send me a message for a workaround! If you have a business or school account instead of a personal one, you will need to import the planner to the personal account first and copy the planner over to your business or school account. This is a digital item that is delivered instantly to your inbox, no physical planner or device will be sent. Due to the digital nature of this item we are unable to process refunds so make sure you have a device and the OneNote app installed before making a purchase. ⭐️ The OneNote Planner 2.0⭐️ What's new with 2.0: 1. Each month now includes a goal setting page, projects page, & action steps page that you can reference in all of the weekly layouts 2. New wellness section 3. New finance section 4. Even more weekly and daily layouts 5. New stickers inside the planner 6. Bonuses + Widgets (www.etsy.com/listing/1059085419/functional-digital-stickers-digital) This planner is designed to keep you motivated and inspired throughout your planning journey. No more switching planners, this is it! The OneNote 2.0 Planner is minimally designed with the most writing space possible. Every page is carefully thought out and made to help you get - and stay organized for years to come. You can move the pages around and label the customizable sections to suit your needs perfectly. There are templates included that will help you plan, set your yearly and monthly goals, get creative, and organize your wellness and finances. Everything in one place! WHAT'S INSIDE: 1. Digital planner with instructions on how to import 2. Sunday + Monday start 4. Digital Widget book 4. Color palettes PDF 5. Planning Framework PDF 6. Stickers inside of the planner 📓 PLANNER PAGES: 1. Monthly calendar (Jan - Dec) 2. Templates: • Yearly overview • Important dates • Monthly goals • Project planner • Action steps • 9 Different weekly pages • 3 Different daily pages • Sleep tracker • Step tracker • Yearly mood • Monthly goals • Monthly habits • Milestone tracker • Bucket list • Weekly wellness • Workout planner • Daily routine • Meal planner • Reading tracker • Watching tracker • Grocery list • Monthly budget • Expenses • Savings tracker • Debt tracker • Challenge template ------------------------------------------------- For any issues or concerns, feel free to message me at any time. Thank you for visiting my shop! ALL MATERIAL IS COPYRIGHTED, © HABIT PLANNER 2022 For Personal Use Only. You may not use these files for commercial use; they may not be shared, resold, recreated, copied, redistributed, or reproduced for any purpose without expressed permission from the artist.
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Very cute, hands-on craftivity just right for back to school! Learn all about your new students and the math in their lives! Makes a very cute display and covers a variety of standards! Inside this pack there are 4 different Math about Me pages (ranging from easy to more difficult) and 9 different kids to choose from. As always, you can get yours RIGHT HERE!!! Here are a few pics for you! Enjoy!!
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
For my homeschool year to be successful, I've got to have all of my ducks in a row. Getting started for a new year with Memoria Press actually starts a few months before classwork begins. Setting up our school year is a LOT of work. For me, it's best if I give myself plenty of
The Color Monster is the story of a monster who, with the help from a little girl, learns about his emotions through different colors. This book companion is the perfect cross-curricular addition to your classroom for teaching your students about their emotions. What is included? • Visual craft with step-by-step real picture sequencing • Writing activity (to go along with the craft - great for bulletin board displays!) • STEM emotion activity • Visual recipe to make monster cookies • 7 differentiated cut/paste worksheets (errorless included) • Task box emotion clip cards When do you use book companions? Book companions are a great addition to any reading or language arts block. They also serve as a great print-and-go lesson for any substitute binder. PLEASE NOTE * 1. You will need to purchase the book The Color Monster - A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas to go along with the book companion and craftivity. 2. Part of this book companion is included in the January Mini Lesson Plan Pack. Connect with me: • Newsletter • Blog • Facebook • Instagram • Pinterest • Don't forget about the green ★ to follow my store to get notifications of new resources and freebies! Thanks for Looking and Happy Teaching!
