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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What Is Mirror Writing? Everything Teachers Need to Know About Letter Reversal
Do your students reverse their letters? Learn why students struggle with mirror writing and how to help them.
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19 Teacher-Tested 100th Day of School Ideas to Celebrate the Big Day in Your Classroom
Celebrate the 100th Day of School in 2023 with easy ideas for your classroom!
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Quick + Simple Mindfulness Activities for Kids in the Classroom
Check out these mindfulness activities for kids that can work in a classroom setting. They take just 5 to 10 minutes a day for social and emotional learning!
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The Hidden Benefits of Teaching Mindfulness for Students (And Teachers)
Why teach mindfulness in schools? Exactly how does teaching mindfulness improve student learning? Take a look at the proven benefits!
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How to Use Emoji in the Classroom to Hook Your Students on Learning
Wondering how to use emoji as a teacher? From social-emotional lessons to classroom decorating, these emoji teaching resources have you covered.
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Is the Four Day School Week Worth It? What the Research Says
Is the four-day school week going to replace the five-day schedule? We broke down the benefits and drawbacks in the research.
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Group Work Tips for Teachers: How to Arrange Students So Work Gets Done
How does group work benefit learning? Use these teacher tips to make collaborative group work more effective in your classroom!
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16 Fun "Getting To Know You" Icebreakers for Kids Perfect for School
Check out these fun icebreakers for kids for back to school season! These games help kids learn about their classmates, as well as making great first week activities too!
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11 Can't-Fail Parent-Teacher Conference Tips to Help Teachers Connect With Parents
Make parent-teacher conferences less stressful when you're a teacher. Use these teacher-tested tips for a successful parent-teacher conference as a teacher!
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These Are the TikTok Challenges Every Teacher Should Know About
From Devious Licks to slap a teacher, here are the TikTok challenges affecting schools and what teachers can do about them.
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How to Make Paper Plate Christmas Crafts for Kids: Trees, Reindeer and More!
Turn the frugal paper plate into something fabulous this holiday season with one of these Christmas craft ideas.
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9 Drawing Christmas Activities for Kids + How to Draw Videos for the Classroom
Explore directed drawing Christmas activities for kids, including videos on how to draw Santa, a snowman, an elf, and a reindeer perfect for a classroom holiday party!
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The Best and Worst Plants for the Classroom (And How to Care for Them)
Do you want to know the best plants to keep in the classroom (and those to avoid)? Check out this list of allergy-free, easy-care indoor plants for teachers!
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17 Must-Try Classroom Routines for Elementary Teachers
Developing set classroom routines in elementary school helps to prevent distractions that waste time and interfere with learning.
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6 Classroom Set-Up Ideas Veteran Teachers Swear By
An effective classroom set-up inspires kids to love learning. Find out how to set up a functional, well-configured classroom.
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How to Make Moon Sand for Kids With Just 2 Ingredients
Wondering how to make moon sand for the classroom? This easy recipe uses just two ingredients that are safe for kids.
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70+ Fun and Fresh Classroom Theme Ideas for 2024
The best classroom theme ideas for 2024 are here, and they're timeless! Find something to fit every teacher and every grade — from camping to sloths to pretty patterns!
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28 Genius Classroom Decorating Ideas for 2024
These classroom decorating ideas and hacks cover everything from setting up bulletin boards to finding unique classroom themes so teachers can get things moving for the new school year.
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What is Dysgraphia? Support and Strategies for Your Classroom
What is dysgraphia? How do you support it? Here's what teachers can do to help their students.
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Age-Appropriate Books That Teach Kids About Consent and Body Boundaries
These age-appropriate children's books help teachers teach kids about body safety, good touch bad touch, consent, and body boundaries.
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Teaching Narrative Writing: 14 Activities to Help Your Students Learn to Love It
Tips and tricks to use when teaching narrative writing in the classroom.
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10 Star-Spangled 4th of July Crafts for Kids
Celebrate this 4th of July with these easy and fun art activities for kids!
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10 Fun Activities to Make the Most of School Library Time
These library activities for kids help kids make the most of the time they have in the library!
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6 Kid-Friendly Alternatives to Hangman to Play in Your Classroom
Many teachers and families say Hangman is offensive and inappropriate for kids. Check out some alternatives to hangman teachers can use in the classroom.
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Teacher Interview Questions You Might Be Asked + What Experts Say You Should Ask
How to prepare for common teacher interview questions and get that teaching job!
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15 Books for Motivating Readers Who "Hate To Read"
Motivating readers means finding good books! These 15 books for kids who "hate to read" can make a difference!
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5 Expert Tips for Teachers Changing Grades Over the Summer
Teachers switch grades more than you think. If it's your first time teaching a new grade level, here's what you need to know!
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Expert Teacher Tips for Teaching Handwriting in the Primary Grades
Are you looking for hints and tips for teaching handwriting in your primary classroom? Find out why teaching handwriting is important and more!
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Storytelling for Kids: Creative Ideas Teachers Can Use to Get Kids Writing
Teaching storytelling? Get students in the classroom excited with these storytelling ideas and activities for kids!
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Romero Britto Inspired Art Activities for Kids: Join the Happy Art Movement
These classroom art activities inspired by artist Romero Britto are a great art project to help students join the Happy Art Movement.
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How to Get Permanent Marker Off a Whiteboard + More Must-Try Teacher-Cleaning Hacks
Classroom cleaning hacks for teachers — from tips for getting permanent marker off the whiteboard to getting rid of that funky smell!
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How to Get a Teaching Job: Expert Tips From Teachers Who Got the Gig
Looking for your first teacher job or teaching position? Veteran teachers shared their guaranteed tips for how to get a teaching job.