Free Learning Resources for Fun-damental Skills Practice
Freebies and printables and activities—oh, my! Teacher Tools help you get started and stay organized throughout the year. Cross-discipline and literacy resources provide flexibility for in-class, after- or before-school, or at-home enrichment.
Use the links to explore foundational skills learning resources in the categories below.
- Write & Reflect |
- Teacher Tools |
- Reading |
- Recognize, Reward, Reenergize |
- Handwriting
Write & Reflect
These literacy resources provide opportunities for students to reflect on their experience as learners and express their thoughts in writing.
- Gratitude Journal Prompts (2—6)
Cultivate mindfulness and gratitude with a quick writing prompt near the end of the school day. - School Memory Sheet (K—6)
Capture this year’s facts and help students think and talk about how they’ve grown. - Book Recommendation Cards (2—6)
Create your own classroom book club! Use these cards to recommend books to students and encourage them to share with each other. - Proofreading Marks Flyer (2—6)
Reinforce good writing habits while engaging in writing and reflection.
Teacher Tools
Download helpful resources for teachers to assist with day-to-day lesson planning, organization, and décor, plus big picture items for staying true to the course.
Big Picture
- Mission Statement
Create your own vision of success with a downloadable worksheet. Refer to it during the year to ensure you’re prioritizing the things that energize you.
- Meet the Teacher
Editable PDF provides a welcoming introduction to your students and families. Keep it on hand for new additions to the class throughout the year.
- Classroom Posters
Download colorful posters designed to inspire your students and classroom visitors.
Confidence | Kindness | Perseverance
Day-to-Day
- To-do lists
Stay organized and prepared for each day with these printable planners.
Daily Planner | Weekly Planner - Virtual Backgrounds
Bring some fun and whimsy to your next Zoom meeting with our collection of virtual backgrounds.
Pencil Kaleidoscope | Lined Paper
Reading
Supersize Reading Fun! These Superkids-derived free learning resources speak to any child who is learning to read. Use in small-group work or send home to encourage family-time enrichment.
- Blending Puzzles (K—2)
Invite students to put puzzles together to form a word, say the letter-sound for each puzzle piece, and then blend the letter-sounds quickly and smoothly aloud. - Six Syllable Types (K+)
Printable cards define the syllable types and provide a few examples of each one. Use them as visual aids as you practice syllabication. - Reading Aloud Together (K—2)
Four-step routine includes comprehension questions adults can ask to check understanding and encourage discussion in class or at home.
Language Skill Activities (K—2)
Activities provide practice with essential reading and language arts skills for developing readers. Each downloadable PDF has multiple fun activities that require very few materials.
Recognize, Reward … Reenergize!
Temperature Check: What’s the climate in your classroom today? Keep these resources at hand for highlighting good work here, promoting positivity there.
- DIY Destress Activities (K—6)
Originally designed to help prevent pre-test stress, this handy PDF includes links to hands-on activities that promote positive thinking and reduce anxiety. - Affirmation Cards (K—6)
Prompts and resources for encouraging and rewarding good practices inspired by SEL core competencies. - Super Coupons (K—3)
Sometimes small rewards lead to big “aha” moments! Reinforce good choices with classroom coupons you can download and distribute. - The Golly Game (K+)
Download and print a Superkids-themed game similar to bingo. Fun for all ages!
Handwriting
Extra! Extra! Slip in some extra fine-motor skills development/practice with Zaner-Bloser Handwriting manuscript (PreK–2) and cursive (grades 3–6) resources.
Handwriting Fun on Pinterest
Pinterest activities are great for hands-on work in the classroom or to send home for more remediation. Expand the sections below for suggestions or see the full collection here.
Postcards
Download themed postcards to sneak in some handwriting skills work while staying in touch. Print, color, and mail, or take a photo of the finished card and send electronically. Great for any grade!
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