{"id":1084,"date":"2025-08-07T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.youtubexyoutube.com\/?p=1084"},"modified":"2025-08-08T13:44:24","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T13:44:24","slug":"5-icebreaker-activities-for-the-first-week-of-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.youtubexyoutube.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/07\/5-icebreaker-activities-for-the-first-week-of-school\/","title":{"rendered":"5 icebreaker activities for the first week of school"},"content":{"rendered":"

The first week of school is a great opportunity to set a welcoming tone, build connections, and help students feel comfortable in their new classroom. Whether you\u2019re new to teaching or a seasoned pro, these printable icebreakers for PreK through 8th grade make it easy to facilitate student interaction and create an inclusive learning environment from day one.<\/p>\n

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1. Template: A Year of Birthdays\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Celebrate each student throughout the year by creating a class birthday calendar! This idea helps kids find birthday buddies, recognize special days, and feel a sense of belonging. It\u2019s ideal for preschool through eighth grade and adds a colorful touch to your classroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

2. Math All About Me<\/a><\/h2>\n
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This math-themed worksheet invites young learners to share a little about themselves through numbers! Designed for kindergarten to second grade, it helps children make personal connections while reinforcing basic math skills.<\/p>\n

3. Get to Know You: This or That?<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Spark connections with a playful activity where students express their preferences. With questions like \u201cbooks or movies?\u201d and \u201csweet or salty?\u201d learners can find common ground and discover shared interests.<\/p>\n

4. Back to School: Would You Rather?<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Encourage children to share their thoughts on school-related topics by choosing between options like working in groups or independently. With 15 thoughtful prompts, this interactive resource promotes self-expression, fosters meaningful discussions, and helps you get to know your incoming class. Plus, there\u2019s a Science Edition<\/a> designed to jumpstart conversations about science topics!<\/p>\n

5. Get-to-Know-You Bingo<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Get students moving and mingling with a fun twist on a classic game. Learners will interact with classmates by finding peers who match different prompts, which makes it an energizing way to build relationships and strengthen classroom bonds right from the start.<\/p>\n

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Looking for more resources? Check out the\u00a0Education.com Learning Library<\/a>\u00a0of more than 38,000 worksheets, lesson plans, and games!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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