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Fun Back to School Activities for Teachers, Parents, and Homeschoolers
These back to school activities are made for real classrooms, real kids, and real fun.
Whether you’re a teacher prepping for the first day, a parent planning a back to school bash, or a homeschooler looking to kick off the year in a fun way, these printable games and activities will help you start strong.
Each one is classroom-friendly, low-prep, and full of laughter. From lunchbox trivia notes to icebreaker games and teacher charades, you’ll find the perfect mix of silliness, bonding, and fun facts.
Let’s dive in!
1. Back to School Pass the Prize
This crowd-favorite party game turns any classroom or home gathering into a mini celebration.
Kids pass around a small prize while reading silly prompts out loud until the last one is revealed.
It’s perfect for first day nerves, classroom icebreakers, or back to school parties.
Get this game here: Back to School Pass the Prize
2. Welcome Back to School Bedtime Poem
This sweet printable poem is designed for parents to read the night before school starts.
It helps ease first-day jitters, especially for younger kids or preschoolers, and makes the night before school feel special and calm.
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3. What’s Your School Supplies Name?
Kids use the first letter of their name and birthday month to create a hilarious new identity like “Glittery Stapler Monster.”
It’s the perfect printable icebreaker for back to school events, classrooms, and after school programs.
Get the Back to School Name Tag Generator here.
4. Welcome Back Roll & Share Dice Game
Grab a die and let the fun begin!
Students roll and answer silly questions about their summer, their favorite things, and what they’re excited about for school.
It’s a simple game that builds classroom connection right from day one.
Get this game here: Roll & Share Back to School Activities
5. Lunchbox Trivia Cards for Girls
These printable trivia notes were designed just for girls and feature fun facts, clever questions, and bright visuals.
They make school lunches more exciting and are a fun way to sneak learning into the school day.
Get these cute pink cards for girls here!
6. Lunchbox Trivia Cards for Boys
With bold colors and jokes boys will love, this trivia card set is a great addition to any lunchbox or morning surprise.
Ideal for parents who want to make school feel fun and lighthearted from the start.
Grab your cool blue lunchbox trivia back to school activities for boys, here.
7. Back to School Emoji Game
Can your students decode school-themed phrases using just emojis?
This printable game is a great independent activity, bell ringer, or warm-up game that gets kids thinking and laughing.
Get this back to school activity here: Back To School Activities – Emoji Game
8. Back to School BINGO (25 Cards)
This colorful set includes 25 unique cards and is ready to print and play.
Use it for classroom parties, after school programs, or even the first day as a fun way to settle in and get to know each other.
Get this game here: Back to School BINGO Activities Set
9. School Teacher Charades
Designed for classroom use or staff events, this game lets kids act out school-related prompts like “taking attendance” or “grading papers.”
It’s funny, fast-paced, and great for building group energy.
Get Back to School Charades here: Back to School Activities – Teacher Charades
10. Back to School Anagram Race
Kids race to make new words out of back-to-school themed phrases.
It’s a perfect literacy-based game for upper elementary grades, keeping brains engaged while still feeling like play.
Get the Back to School Anagram Race here.
11. Back to School Finish the Phrase
Prompt students to complete silly and thoughtful back to school phrases in this interactive game.
You’ll get to know their personalities fast and start building classroom community from the jump.
Grab your copy here: Back to School Finish The Phrase
12- Roll The Dice Exercise Game
Looking for a fun way to get kids moving without a screen?
This colorful Roll the Dice game is the perfect printable activity for classrooms, home, or parties!
Just roll a die and match the number to a silly movement — like frog jumps, arm circles, or a dance party!
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The bottom line…
Back to school doesn’t have to feel stiff or stressful.
These printable games make it easy to bring connection, joy, and laughter into the classroom (or home!) from day one.
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