First Day Schedule SlidesWelcome to Kindergarten We are going to have the BEST day! Morning Arrival Hang up your bag Find your carpet spot Circle Time Say "Hello" to friends Sing our morning song Check the calendar School Adventure The Library The Cafeteria The Playground Let's use our walking feet! Quiet Story Time Time to listen, time to dream. Criss-cross applesauce, we're a team! Recess Play with friends! Snack Eat something yummy! Discovery Time Building Center Art Station Science Nook Puzzles & Games Home Time We finished our first day! Give yourself a high five! "See you tomorrow, Kindergarten Superstar!"
First Day Playbook Teacher GuideFirst Day Playbook Kindergarten Teacher Facilitation Guide Day 1 Goal Focus on safety and belonging. Names, orientation, and procedural success are the only metrics today. Quick Tip Over-communicate transitions. Use visual cues to move between activities. Daily Schedule TimeActivityRoutine8:00 - 8:30Arrival: Cubby orientation.Cubbies8:30 - 9:00Circle: Greeting games.Sitting9:00 - 9:45Tour: Bathrooms and campus.Lines9:45 - 10:15Snack: Story and handwashing.Hygiene10:15 - 11:00Recess: Play and safety rules.Safety11:00 - 12:00Lunch: Cafe procedure focus.Eating12:00 - 12:45Rest: Mat time. Soft music.Rest12:45 - 1:30Centers: Blocks, art, games.Materials1:30 - 2:15Art: First Day drawing activity.Tables2:15 - 2:45Dismissal: Folder and bag check.Pack-Up Final Checks Verify transport for ALL. Class photo taken. Folders in backpacks. Allergy tags checked. Observation Notes Record social-emotional observations, separation concerns, or successes here.
First Day Memories WorksheetName: Date: My First Day Kindergarten Morning Lunch Home "Look at me on my very first day!" Draw yourself at school My Favorite Part: Today I felt... Circle one! Kindergarten Superstar • First Day Memories
Ready Set Go Checklist Teacher ResourceReady Set Go Teacher's Day One Morning Checklist Classroom Prep Name Tags Ready Desks, cubbies, and wearables. Morning Work Out Low-stakes activities at tables. Technology Check Slides loaded and speakers tested. Visual Schedule Posted at student eye-level. The Essentials Transportation List Master list of how kids get home. Roster Copies Teacher, co-teacher, and door copies. First Day Folders Forms and tags ready to go home. Allergy Alerts Double check snacks and rosters. Teacher Mantra "If we all get home safely and I know their names, the day was a success. Everything else is a bonus. Smile and breathe!" Survival Kit Whistle Sharpie Stickers Wet Wipes Clipboard Water Bottle Extra Socks