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Back to School Activities for Kids

August 1, 2016 By Vicky

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Where did the summer go? Is it just me or did it just fly by? Are you ready for your kids to go back to school or will you miss lazy summer days? I think my kids are ready for a routine and some structure. But before they head off to school, we are going to be doing some fun back to school activities for kids to get them in the spirit. To help get kids ready for the school check out Establishing a Bedtime Routine for Back to School.

I wanted to get my kids excited for school so I we did some of these back to school activities. So much fun and got the kids excited to start a new year!

Back to School Activities for Kids


Back to School Teacher Gifts that Teachers Really Need from Mess for Less
It’s always nice to bring a gift to teacher to start the new year and these DIY gifts can be made by your and your child.

Back to School Bingo from Playdough to Plato
This is great to play as a family the night before school starts. Everything is a free download, so you just need to print and play!

Back to School I Spy Game from The Pleasantest Thing
Do your kids love I Spy books? If so, print out this fun look and find game.

Back to School Pencil Frame Craft from Stir the Wonder
This is perfect for displaying those back to school photos.

Back to School Process Art from Still Playing School
I love this fun painting idea for kids who take the bus to school.

Back to School Sensory Maze from Lalymom
Get your bus to school by going through a fun sensory maze.

School Bus Sorting Game from Totschooling
Post it notes are so versatile. You can use them in lots of fun learning games with this free printable.

Back to School Learning Bins from JDaniel4’s Mom
This sensory bin is made all the more fun because kids are searching for common back to school supplies.

First and Last Day of School Interview from Spaceships and Laserbeams
Kids grow so much from the start of a school year to the end. Document the change so you won’t forget with this free printable.

Back to School Pencil Toppers from Molly Moo at Kids Activities Blog
These adorable pencil toppers are easy to make and will remind your child you are thinking of them throughout their day at school.

Alphabet Apples: Back to School Basics from Toddler Approved
What a great way to learn basic skills that little ones will be using at school.

If you enjoyed these back to school activities check out:

School Lunch Ideas

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Hi, I'm Vicky, founder and content creator at Mess For Less. If you are looking for play and learning activities for kids, kid friendly food, parenting tips and general family fun, you will find it at Mess For Less. I invite you to learn more about me or drop me a note. Thanks for stopping by!
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