5 Fantastic Activities for the First Weeks of School

<p class="p1">One of the best ways that you can create a sense of community in your classroom from the very beginning is by being intentional about the activities you choose, especially during that first week of school. It’s important to be strategic about these activities not only to build that community, but also to teach routines inside your classroom.</p> <p class="p1">I know you’ve got more than enough on your plate right now, so I’m going to give you five fantastic first weeks of school activities, plus book recommendations that pair well with each activity. These suggestions will help you build community and teach expectations right away, all while reading great literature!</p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Show Notes: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/first-weeks-of-school" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/first-weeks-of-school</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Grab my templates for 14 Fantastic First Week of School Activities: <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/14-First-Week-Activities-Classroom-Rules-and-Expectations-Community-Building-4812165" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/14-First-Week-Activities-Classroom-Rules-and-Expectations-Community-Building-4812165</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/"><span class="s2">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/</span></a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):<br /> <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk"><span class="s2"> https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk</span></a> </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Pinterest: <a href= "https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/"><span class= "s2">https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/</span></a></span></p> <p