First Day of School Writing Activities + A Letter From Your Teacher – Back to School Printables

Start the school year with connection, confidence, and creativity using this Back-to-School Writing Activity Pack—including a heartfelt “Letter From Your Teacher” and 6 fun, reflective writing prompts for the first week of school.

These activities help students feel seen, heard, and excited to learn—while giving you insight into who they are and what matters to them.

What’s Included:

📩 A Letter From Your Teacher – a warm, printable welcome message that builds instant connection

✏️ My First Day of School – writing reflection to capture first impressions

😊 This Is a Few Things About Me – simple introduction activity

🎨 Things That Make Me Happy – helps students share what they love

🧑‍🏫 My Teacher (Draw & Write) – build teacher-student relationships

📝 I Promise To… – classroom expectations from a student’s perspective

🎯 My Goals This Year – a thoughtful way to set intentions early

Why Teachers Love It:

✔ Low-prep and ready to print

✔ Great for Grades K–3

✔ Helps students ease first-day jitters

✔ Builds classroom community and self-awareness

✔ Perfect for morning work, writing centers, or portfolios

✨ Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned pro, these writing pages make the first day feel a little less hectic—and a lot more meaningful.