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Back-to-School Bulletin Board Writing Activity: Building Classroom Community One Puzzle Piece at a Time
Create a meaningful classroom community with this Back-to-School Bulletin Board Writing Activity. Students complete puzzle piece writing prompts that build belonging, support SEL, and create an adorable first-week-of-school display.

Leslie
Jul 272 min read


First Week of School Executive Functioning Activities That Build Student Independence
The first week of school sets the tone for everything that follows. Most teachers spend those first few days introducing classroom rules, organizing supplies, practicing routines, and getting to know their students. While all of those activities are important, there's one critical piece that's often overlooked: Teaching students how to be successful learners. The reality is that many students don't automatically know how to organize materials, manage their time, stay focused

Leslie
Jul 224 min read


100 Back-to-School Would You Rather Questions: The Perfect Icebreaker for Elementary Students
Back-to-School "Would You Rather Questions?" are a fun and engaging way to build classroom community, encourage discussion, and practice speaking and listening skills during the first week of school.

Leslie
Jul 202 min read


Summer Writing Activities for Elementary Students: A Fun Way to Teach Procedural Writing
Summer is the perfect time to keep young minds active while making learning feel fresh, creative, and enjoyable. Whether you're a teacher planning summer school lessons, a parent looking for meaningful writing practice, or an educator creating take-home activities to prevent the summer slide, engaging writing opportunities can help students continue building essential literacy skills. The Summer Activities Procedural Writing Bundle combines creativity, imagination, and struct

Leslie
Jun 93 min read
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