"Perfect for the first week of school, this printable activity pack includes 12 fun ESL-friendly worksheets — matching, writing, puzzles, and more!"
Start the school year with excitement using this Back to School Activity Pack filled with 12 fun and interactive handouts! Perfect for elementary classrooms and ideal for ESL/ELL students, this resource includes a variety of activities that help students review vocabulary, practice writing, and get to know their classmates — all while having fun.
Whether you're looking for first week of school activities, low-prep worksheets, or engaging back to school printables, this pack has everything you need to keep students learning and smiling from day one. 🎯 Perfect For:
First week of school
ESL / ELL learners
Grades 1–3
Sub plans
Morning work
Independent centers
Fast finishers
Homework or review
🌟 Why You'll Love It:
✅ No prep — just print and go!
✅ Great mix of writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking
✅ Supports language development and classroom routines
✅ Makes back-to-school time fun and low-stress
✅ Created with young learners and diverse classrooms in mind
📁 File Format:
PDF
12 printable page
Student-friendly layout
✅ What’s Included (12 Printable Worksheets):
Match the School Supplies – Match vocabulary words to the correct school supply images
Cut & Glue Pencil Case – Cut out and organize school items into a pencil case (great for fine motor skills)
School or Not? – Identify which objects belong in a school setting and which do not
Count the School Objects – Practice counting and number recognition using school-themed visuals
Where Are the Objects? – Practice place prepositions (in, on, under, next to) with school supplies
Introduce Yourself – A guided worksheet to help students write about themselves
Rules at School – Must & Mustn’t – Learn classroom rules using modal verbs in context
Write a Postcard – A fun writing prompt for students to share about their summer
Back to School Maze – Navigate a school-themed maze to strengthen problem-solving
Word Search – Find hidden school-related vocabulary words
Word Scramble – Unscramble common classroom vocabulary
Crossword Puzzle – Reinforce school vocabulary with a simple, themed crossword
 
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