Ease the transition into a new school year with back to school printables and activities that help kids feel confident and excited to learn. From checklists and routines to fun icebreakers and goal-setting pages, this tag supports a smooth start for homeschoolers and classroom learners alike.
When it comes to the best back to school gifts for teachers, even as a homeschool mom, I understand the importance of showing appreciation to those who help our children grow. Whether it’s your child’s piano teacher, homeschool pod coordinator, or even a favorite librarian, thoughtful gifts can make a world of difference. Here are…
First day of school books are one of the best ways to ease those first-day nerves and help kids feel excited about heading back to class. Whether it’s their very first school experience or just the start of a new year, these stories offer comfort, humor, and reassurance. We’ve read many of these together over…
The first day of school scavenger hunt printable is one of our favorite ways to ease back into learning after a break. It’s fun, low-pressure, and gets everyone moving, whether you’re teaching at home or in a classroom. We’ve used this activity for years, and even as Freddie’s gotten older, it’s stayed part of our…
Back to school bookmark printables have always been one of my favorite first week activities, simple, creative, and surprisingly meaningful. This one combines an All About Me prompt with a book review on the back, so kids can color, reflect, and start thinking about the new school year. These coloring printable bookmarks work well in…
LEGO school supplies have been a surprising hit in our house, especially during those first few weeks when motivation’s low and routines are still settling in. Freddie used to drag his feet getting started, but give him a pencil with a minifigure attached or a buildable ruler, and suddenly he’s organizing his desk like it’s…
Back to school gifts for kids have become a little tradition in our house. It started with a new book and a fun pencil case when my son started kindergarten, and now, even as he’s older, he still looks forward to a small surprise on the first day. Whether it’s something practical, silly, or sentimental,…
Back to school writing prompts help kids ease into the new school year with simple, creative activities that support reflection and expression. These printable activities make great first day of school worksheets, encouraging students to reflect, imagine, and express themselves right from the start. With 36 themed prompts to choose from, they offer just enough…
Back to school maze printables are a fun, low-pressure way to get kids talking and moving on the first day. Instead of sitting still with pencil-and-paper tasks, this interactive maze gets students up and talking to their classmates. It’s one of my favorite first day of school worksheets for 1st and 2nd grade. By the…
Back to school word scramble printables are a fun way to ease kids into the school year while giving their brains a gentle challenge. Whether you’re teaching in August, after a long break, or even kicking off the new year, this low-prep activity is a hit. With two versions, one easy and one more challenging,…