Getting to Know Your Students

Get ready for back to school with these printables, activities, and teaching advice. Our icebreakers, classroom introduction lessons, and worksheets will help students and teachers learn about each other and feel more at ease in their new setting. Games, printables, and tips will help you learn and remember students' names. From greeting your students to outlining educational objectives to establishing classroom rules, you'll find the tools you need to prepare for your first day.

Student learning in the school classroom

First Day of School Resources

Be prepared for your first day of school. With our resources to help students feel comfortable getting to know each other through fun "un-classroom-like" activities and advice for the teacher, the first day will be great!

Icebreakers

Fun activities, such as making animal noises, help ease students' fears of getting to know each other and going to school on the first day.

Related Resources

Organizational advice, numerous resources for new teachers, and community-building suggestions are among our resources available for new and returning teachers.

Meeting Your Students

Use these resources to help you create a positive atmosphere in your classroom by learning more about your students through our fun and engaging activities.