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Top Activities for Back to School

It's Back to School time and here you will find everything you need to kick off the school year.  Open house stations, a meet the teacher letter, a supply list, and much more.  All of these back to school activities are no prep for you.

Hopefully you have enjoyed time off this summer and have been participating in activities with friends and family.  Now that it is time to head back to school, I want to encourage you to look for ways to reduce stress and put routines and procedures in place to help encourage you to practice self care.  Remember, if at any time during the school year you find that something isn't working, don't be afraid to change it up!

Welcome back!  I'm sure your students are ready to return to school, see friends, and find out who their teacher is going to be this school year.  You have lots of new faces to meet and a year full of new opportunities. Sit back, kick your feet up, and allow Teaching Dunn Simply to get you ready to return to school.

Back to School Scavenger Hunt Ideas

Back to School Scavenger Hunt ideas are designed to make the transition back to school both educational and entertaining. The start of a new school year is a time filled with excitement and anticipation. This activity not only breaks the ice but also helps students familiarize themselves with their surroundings, meet new friends, and explore the school grounds. 

Back to School Word Scrambles

Back to School word scrambles are a perfect way to combine learning with excitement. These puzzles challenge students to unscramble jumbled letters to form words related to school subjects, supplies, and routines. 

Back to School Read Alouds

Back to school read alouds will help break the ice during the first day of school. Back to school season is here, and with it comes the opportunity to create magical moments through the power of read-alouds.

Back to School Activities

15 Back to School Activities that are perfect for ANY classroom.  Spend the first few days of school getting to know your students and building relationships!  Welcome students back while using the ice breakers found in this blog post.  These 10 Ready to Use Back to School Activities are the best!

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Ideas for Meet the Teacher

Meet the teacher ideas that are sweet and simple!  Everything you need to prepare and have a successful Meet the Teacher night is right here at your fingertips.  Are you teaching online this year?  Guess what... those tips are included too!

Open House at School

Learn how to throw an EPIC OPEN HOUSE AT SCHOOL!  Get ready for the new school year! Whether your school is hosting an open house in-person or online, it's bound to be the most EPIC open house at school ever! Get to know your students and parents with these open house ideas that will get everyone excited to learn.

As the new school year approaches, the excitement of meeting new classmates, reconnecting with friends, and embarking on new learning adventures fills the air. For elementary students, the first few days of school are crucial for setting the tone for the rest of the year. Engaging back-to-school activities can help ease first-day jitters, foster a sense of community, and spark a love for learning. Icebreaker games, such as "Save Fred" or "Hot Tamela," encourage students to interact and learn about each other in a fun, relaxed environment. Creating a classroom community mural or a "Welcome to Our Class" poster allows students to express their creativity while contributing to a shared project, fostering a sense of belonging from day one.

Incorporating routines and expectations through interactive activities can also make the transition smoother. Activities like a classroom scavenger hunt familiarize students with their new environment and help them locate important areas, such as the reading corner, supplies station, and restrooms. Storytime with a book about the first day of school can open discussions about feelings and expectations, helping students articulate their own experiences and anxieties. Incorporating these engaging and thoughtful activities not only makes the back-to-school transition enjoyable but also lays the foundation for a positive and productive school year.