1st Grade Teaching Resources
Dive into first-grade resources created by teachers for teachers at Teach Starter. From 1st grade sight words to math worksheets, this collection of carefully curated and rigorously reviewed resources can help you set your classroom up for success this school year.
With curriculum-aligned resources that meet the first-grade Common Core standards and state curricula, this collection of digital and printable lessons and activities is designed to complete your teaching toolkit. Each features beautiful graphics, interactive elements, appealing images, and colorful illustrations to engage and educate your students.
Explore ELA with first-grade spelling words, vocabulary words and writing prompts. Make addition and subtraction fun with math games and problems, and watch their math skills blossom through comparing numbers, identifying coins, telling time and more!
Plus, get hands-on with your students while they discover the fascinating world of earth and space sciences.
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Music Symbols and Vocabulary Match-up
Match up the music symbols with the related word.
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Guided Reading Groups - Text Tracker
Track the texts used in each of your guided reading groups with this template.
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Step by Step Introductory Worksheet for Coding - Pirate Adventure
A worksheet for students to use when learning how to write a simple code.
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Blank Algorithm Grid - Black and White
An activity for students to use when learning about algorithms (directions).
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Free Printable Snowman Coloring Sheet
Print a free snowman coloring page for your winter classroom party!
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Free Mindfulness Booster Pack
A free sample pack that includes six Mindfulness resources.
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Free Language Arts and Reading Booster Pack
A free sample pack that includes six Language Arts and Reading resources.
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Free Science Booster Pack
A free sample pack that includes six Science resources.
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Free Math Booster Pack
A free sample pack that includes six Math resources.
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Free Classroom Management Booster Pack
A free sample pack that includes six classroom management resources.
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Online Dice Roller
Roll out a free online dice roller, designed for classrooms, with the ability to roll as many as 6 different types of dice at a time. This teacher-created resource is the perfect addition to your next math lesson plan!
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Classroom Spin Wheel
Ready to use the online spin wheel? Our teacher team has plenty of ideas for using this fun tool in the classroom!
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Picture Writing Prompts
These picture writing prompts are a great way to help students develop their writing skills. A visual writing prompt can be generated at random or chosen specifically.
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Random Name Picker
Use this free random name picker in the classroom when choosing a student to complete a task, answer a question or participate in an activity!
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Big Drink One-Hour Timer Video
Use this one-hour timer to keep your class on track with their learning as the big drink slowly disappears!
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21 Epic Last Day of School Activities to Kick Off Summer Break
Looking for easy last day of school ideas for elementary or middle school? These quick and fun end of year classroom activities will help you finish off your year just right!
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10 Best Pencil Sharpeners for the Classroom — Recommended by Teachers
Need new pencil sharpeners in your classroom? We've rounded up 10 best pencil sharpeners recommended by teachers to get you started.
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How to Get Students to Follow Instructions the First Time — Teacher-Tested Tricks
Is following instructions a challenge for your students? Try these teacher-tested tips to help your students learn to listen and follow directions more closely.
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12 Thanksgiving Books for Kids to Read Aloud in the Classroom This Holiday
Add these fun Thanksgiving books for kids to your classroom library to celebrate the holiday season while teaching about compassion, gratitude and the spirit of giving!
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20 Multiplication Songs for Kids Your Students Won't Stop Singing
Check out multiplication songs our teacher team loves to increase students' skills and enthusiasm for math! We've created a comprehensive list of multiplication songs you can implement in your math classes this year and many years to come.
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20 Fun Facts About Mars to Get Kids Excited About Your Space Lessons
Add these fun facts about Mars to your lesson plans — plus see our teacher team's favorite ways to use them in classroom activities!
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14 Red Ribbon Week Door Decorating Ideas Guaranteed to Win Your School Contest
Check out Red Ribbon Week door decorating ideas created by teachers to give you the edge on your school's door decorating contest!
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9 Anti-Bullying Activities for the Classroom to Stand Up to Unkindness
Explore anti-bullying activities and ideas for the classroom to help curb bully behavior at school. These teacher-tested tips include actionable ideas for National Bullying Prevention Month and all year-round!
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16 Halloween Party Ideas for Teachers to Throw the Ultimate Spooky Classroom Celebration
Explore Halloween party ideas just for teachers, including classroom decor ideas, Halloween party games plus ideas for small items you can hand out to students for the holiday.
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26 Interesting Revolutionary War Facts for Kids to Add to Your Lesson Plans
These fascinating Revolutionary War facts will help make your history and social studies lessons exciting and thought-provoking for your young learners. See how these facts can be used in the classroom along with answering loaded questions such as how the American Revolution influenced the French Revolution!
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12 Easy Halloween Drawings for Kids to Try in Your Classroom This Holiday
Explore easy Halloween drawings for kids that are perfect for the classroom. Take a peek at this teacher-created list for plenty of fresh ideas!
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7 Johnny Appleseed Day Activities Elementary Teachers Love
Explore educational apple activities perfect for Johnny Appleseed Day and the back to school season. Browse our ideas to make September a fun start to the new school year!
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What Is a Paraprofessional? Everything You Need to Know to Get the Job
Learn all about the paraprofessional job description, how to pass the ParaPro Assessment and what to keep in mind during your interview.
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How to Set Up Learning Centers: A Comprehensive Guide for Teachers
Utilizing learning centers in your classroom will help your students solidify their understanding of ideas through exploration and independent learning. Use these tips on setting up solid learning centers you can use throughout your teaching career!
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30 Fluttering Butterfly Facts for Kids to Get Students Excited in Science Class
These ready-to-use butterfly facts are perfect for getting a jump start on your next biology lesson or National Butterfly Day celebrations! Butterflies are great subjects for a variety of classroom lessons including pollination, healthy ecosystems and metamorphosis.
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What Is a Mentor Text? Everything Teachers Need to Know + Handy Book Lists
Find out what a mentor text is, how to use them with your students and titles you can add to your classroom library in this comprehensive teacher guide!
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50 Fun Facts About Trees to Share With Your Elementary Students + Lesson Ideas
Explore fun facts about trees that kids love to inspire your students in math, science and more. You'll also find ideas for lesson plans for ELA, math and science!