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Welcome First Grader Lesson Plan

Guide the first grader through sharing about themselves, expressing feelings, and understanding key classroom routines to build confidence and connection.

This lesson eases first-day anxieties, establishes teacher–student rapport, and introduces essential routines to promote a supportive, structured learning environment.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Welcome and Greeting

5 minutes

Step 2

Icebreaker: All About Me

10 minutes

Step 3

Self-Portrait Drawing

7 minutes

Step 4

Introduction to Classroom Routines

5 minutes

Step 5

Closing and Next Steps

3 minutes

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Welcome, First Grader!

How Are You Feeling?

All About You

Let’s Draw

Classroom Routines

Great Job!

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Reading

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Reading

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Welcome, First Grader!

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