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ReadWriteThink

Read Write Think: Playing Name Bingo With

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Contains plans for two lessons of get-to-know-you activities that use a Name Bingo Game to help learners break the ice with each other. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the...
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Back to School Planning Guide

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Multiple back to school resources. Includes icebreakers, quick first day ideas, and unit plans.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Welcome to the First Day of School!

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Prepare for your students first day of school with these inviting activities. This site features several great ideas for teachers to incorporate in their beginning of school lessons.
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TESL Journal

Internet Tesl Journal: Talking Cards Game

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This conversation activity uses 1-2 decks of playing cards to prompt discussion: each card represents a specific question. The site provides instructions and a suggested list of questions to match each card.
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Other

How Do You play.net: How to Play People Bingo Icebreaker

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Instructions for how to play the icebreaker activity People Bingo. The game uses bingo cards that list interesting facts about people. Students must collect signatures of peers who fulfill the facts listed in the sqaures until they have...
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Other

Kim's Korner: First Day of School Activities

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Are you looking for some great activities to use in your classroom on the first day? Here are some activities you can do with students on the first day back to school. Some are fun, some are valuable as learning tools, and some are both.
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ReadWriteThink

Read Write Think: A Getting Acquainted Activity Using My Teacher's Secret Life

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Contains plans for two lessons that use "My Teacher's Secret Life" by Stephen Krensky as a getting-acquainted activity. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the lessons as well...
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Other

Cape Breton Victoria: First Day of School Activities

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Are you looking for some creative activities to get to know your students on the first day of class? This site has compiled a list of great activities, icebreakers, and team-building games to get your classes off on the right foot.
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A to Z Teacher Stuff

First Days of School Activities

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Several tips for teachers to try during the beginning days of the school year to get things off to a smooth start.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Getting to Know You

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] In the beginning of the school year, introduce your students to each other by answering the questions on this flipchart.

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