A Fun Back to School Activity Mat For Your Students

Back to school season is here, and if you’re a teacher looking for something fun, low-prep, and engaging for your students on the first day back to school. Then this back to school activity mat is just what you need!

Whether you’re welcoming a brand-new class of kindergarteners, first graders, or even second graders, this printable worksheet is designed to kick-start the school year with excitement and keep your students busy in the best way possible.

What’s Included In The Activity Mat?

This one-page printable is packed with engaging activities that are perfect for easing into the school year. (

Here’s what your students will be diving into:

 I Spy – Kids will have to search and find school-themed items such as pencils and backpacks.

Word Scramble – Unscramble familiar school words

Crossword Puzzle – With kid-friendly clues such as You use this to measure things or draw a super straight line.  And you use this to fix a mistake when you’re writing with a pencil.

Coloring Section  Fun back to school images like books, rulers, ABCs, and 123s.

Honestly, this printable PDF is more than just a worksheet!

It’s a fun-filled experience that will help your students settle in and feel at home in their new classroom.

Why You Would Love This Printable?

We know the first day of school can be a whirlwind. Between organizing supplies, helping students find their desks, and managing all the emotions that come with day one.

I know how much you need an activity that works independently and without much explanation.

This activity mat is just that and more!

Here’s why you would love this back to school printable:

Print-and-go – No prep required!

Ideal for early finishers – Keeps kids busy while you take care of classroom tasks.

Perfect for classroom community building – Kids can talk about the school-related items they find and color

Versatile – Use it on the first day of school, for fun Friday, morning work, or as a calm activity after recess

Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in some early reading, vocabulary, and problem-solving, all while students think they’re just having fun.

Why Your Students Will Love This BTS Activity?

Like I mentioned earlier, this isn’t your typical worksheet. It’s playful, full of cheerful images, and designed to spark your kids’ curiosity.

Your students will have so much fun:

• As they find hidden items in the I Spy game

• Accomplished solving the word scramble or crossword

• Express their creativity while coloring school-themed illustrations

It’s the perfect way to ease those first-day jitters and start building a positive classroom environment.

Download Your Free Back-to-School Activity Mat

Click on the link below to snag your free, fun, and engaging back to school printable PDF.

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