Me bag

We don't really think about them much... kids bring their lunches in them, we put groceries in them, and sometimes they carry our last minute take-out meal. Paper bags. Paper bags have been around since the mid 1800s and, according to what I have read, haven't changed much in all these year. Why mess with a good thing, I guess. Paper bags have always been there to hold our "stuff" but it's time to give the paper bag the glory it deserves! Here are 8 clever classroom uses that'll make you…

What activities do you do the first week of school? I get asked that question OFTEN! So I am going to share a few of my "First Week Goodies" with you! I have to say--I can't take credit for most of them but I am great at stealing ideas from others! :) First, to get the kids moving, we get to know each other a bit! I always do this version of Classmate BINGO! I have the kids find another student to sign each square then they color it in. Besides, it is a great conversation starter…

Me Bags for the First Week of School - This is a great activity for the first day of school in the Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade classroom. It's open ended enough to allow for differentiation, but it's still a GREAT get to know you activity. Click through to learn more and grab a FREE download as well. {K, first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth graders - freebie - beginning of the year, back to school, B2S}

We have completed our first week back to school for the 2015-2016 school year. It has been a great week! I've been completely exhausted by the end of each day, but I have absolutely loved my new school and love my class! The first day was a half day so we kept our homeroom classes that day and the next full day. We wanted to have time to bond with our homeroom and go over procedures before beginning to switch classes. Our very first read aloud for the year was "First Day Jitters". I love…

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Icebreakers are so important that first week of school, and this one takes the cake! This All About Me Bag activity helps students get comfortable talking in front of their peers from the very beginning.

Support children starting school to make their own friendships with this superb activity pack. The pack contains everything you need to encourage new school children to talk about themselves, their families and things that are special to them. This will encourage children to forge friendships with others who have common interests and will also support children's turn-taking, communication and listening skills. The pack includes labels to stick onto paper bags to be sent home as All About Me…

Reusable, lightweight go-everywhere bag keeps you ready to shop responsibly Bag measures 15.25" x 15.75" / 38.5 x 40 cm Lightweight 4.2 oz (145g) 100% cotton fabric Cotton straps are 1" (2.5cm) wide and 21" (53cm) long One-sided design, digitally printed for you when you order Hand wash in cold water Looking for something sturdier? Try the premium All Over Print Tote Bag

Do your back to school activities weave in relationship building? Here are some ideas that are sure to be a hit in your classroom.