Turning over a new Leaf
On the first day of school students see their names written on a leaf that is hanging from a tree in our reading center. The quote, “Turning...Read More
First Day Letter
First Day Letter On the first day of school, I have a letter ready for each child. Although the letter is the same, each is addressed with t...Read More
card name game
have all of their names written on a playing card. While seated at the carpet, distribute one card to each child (making sure no one has th...Read More
Category Chaos
This game can be played as individuals or in teams. Each player (or team) will need a piece of paper and a pen or pencil to write with. Play...Read More
How To Play Logic
Materials Needed None This is not an active game but it is ideal for any down time such as bus rides, waiting in line, sitting by a camp fir...Read More
20 Fall Table Talk Questions
What fall food do you most look forward to? Rake the leaves or jump in the leaves? Pumpkin pie or apple pie? What qualifies as the “perfect ...Read More
The Minefield: The Obstacle Icebreaker
Set up “obstacles” around the room. (We recommend something harmless and funny, like squeaky toys.) Now everyone takes turns navigating the ...Read More
The Shoe Icebreaker
Have everyone leave one shoe by the door. Redistribute the shoes so everyone has one shoe that doesn’t belong to them. Set a timer for five ...Read More
All linked up
Directions for the Icebreaker Game: All Linked Up Introduction : This game connects everyone in the class through shared names, interests, o...Read More
Race to 100
Ice Breaker Game: Race to 100 Objective: Count to 100 as a team without interruptions. Instructions: Form Teams: Divide the class into sma...Read More
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