The day you begin activities

Read aloud the mentor text The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson on the first day of school to your first second third fourth fifth grade or homeschool students and use this Clutter Free Classroom standards-based digital and printable book companion resource packed with writing prompts and activities for kids. You’ll love teaching writing using picture books! Learn more about how to use this quick and easy literacy activity packet this new school year here!

The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson encourages children to appreciate their differences and connect with others even when they feel alone.

Perfect craft activity to accompany the children's book, "The Day You Begin" by Jacqueline Woodson: a back to school reading adventure about being proud of who you are and bold enough to share your story. Great for Reading Centers! Read aloud the story "The Day You Begin" or watch MaiStoryBook's FREE interactive read aloud video, and then encourage students to create their own Welcome Doors crafts to record they're own stories and share who they are with their peers. YouTube: MaiStoryBook

The beginning of the year is an exciting time but it can some big feelings for students. The Day You Begin is a beautiful story that you need to add to your collection of read aloud books. It opens the door to so many different discussions about creating a positive classroom community, building relationships, diversity, inclusion, and so much more! In this post, I’m sharing the reasons why I love this story and activities that you can use with this fantastic beginning of the year read aloud!

The Day You Begin is a great back to school read aloud to share with your kindergarten and first grade students! With these engaging book activities, students will take a deeper dive into the story by practicing reading comprehnion skills.

Check out my list of 9 great back to school read alouds all about diversity, conquering fear, and mastering communication and behavior in the classroom.

The beginning of the school year is often a combination of excitement, nerves, and possibilities. One of my favorite books to start the year is All Are Welcome. This book lets young children know that no matter what, they have a place, they have a space, they are welcome in their school. Here are a few activities you can pair with this book.

YOU’RE FINALLY HERE! Written and Illustrated by Mélanie Watt you can find this book in picturebook fiction, E WAT WELCOME! Hooray! You’re finally here! But where were you? At first, this litt…

A David Goes to School Printable that is perfect for the beginning of the school year in the Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grade 1 classrooms.

Classroom favorite first week of school activities that are both educational and fun! Learn ways to help students get to know each other, set goals for the year and use math in your All About Me activities.