Lesson Plan
Building Our Classroom Crew Lesson Plan
Students will introduce themselves, learn peers’ names, and practice key classroom routines through interactive, collaborative icebreakers.
Building community on day one promotes belonging, confidence, and cooperation. This lesson helps 1st graders feel seen, understand expectations, and set a positive classroom tone.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Name Tag Creation & Introductions
4 minutes
Step 3
Get-to-Know-You Beach Ball
5 minutes
Step 4
Introduce Classroom Routines
3 minutes
Step 5
Morning Meeting Song & Closing
1 minute
Slide Deck
Building Our Classroom Crew
Lesson Objectives
Materials
Welcome & Warm-Up (2 min)
Name Tags & Pair Share (4 min)
Get-to-Know-You Beach Ball (5 min)
Classroom Routines (3 min)
Morning Meeting Song & Closing (1 min)
See You Tomorrow!
Lesson Plan
First Day Fiesta Lesson Plan
Students will introduce themselves, learn peers’ names, and practice key classroom routines through interactive icebreakers to build a positive community on day one.
Creating a welcoming environment on the first day builds belonging, reduces anxiety, and establishes classroom norms. These activities help 1st graders feel seen, connected, and ready to learn.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Name Tag Creation & Partner Share
4 minutes
Step 3
Get-to-Know-You Beach Ball Toss
5 minutes
Step 4
Introduce Classroom Routines
3 minutes
Step 5
Morning Meeting Song & Closing
1 minute
Slide Deck
First Day Fiesta!
Lesson Objectives
Materials
Welcome & Warm-Up (2 min)
Name Tag Creation & Partner Share (4 min)
Get-to-Know-You Beach Ball Toss (5 min)
Classroom Routines (3 min)
Morning Meeting Song & Closing (1 min)
See You Tomorrow!
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