First Day of School Writing Prompt Activity – Back to School Writing Prompts for Kids

The First Day of School Writing Prompt Activity is a creative and reflective worksheet set designed for students in Kindergarten (K), 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade, making it perfect for any Elementary School classroom. These writing pages help children express their feelings and experiences from their first day back to school in a fun and structured way. Students in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia can use these pages to record their thoughts, whether they’re new to school or returning after a break. Each page includes a relatable prompt, such as “Meeting my new teacher” or “What I wore on the first day,” guiding students to write complete sentences using the blank lines provided. In addition to writing, each prompt includes space to draw a picture related to the experience. This allows younger children in Kindergarten and 1st Grade to express themselves through illustration, while older students in 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade can write more detailed stories. This activity not only supports early writing and literacy development but also helps students reflect, build confidence, and connect with their new classroom community.

Usage:
Great for first week of school activities, morning work, writing centers, or homeschool lessons.

Activity:
Students write about their first-day experience and draw a matching picture, then complete a fun checklist.

Tools Needed:

• Pencils
• Crayons
• Markers

Page Size:
8.5″x11″ (Letter Size)

User Instruction:
Write your name and date. Read the prompt and write about your first day of school. Draw a picture to go with your writing. Check off the boxes after coloring, writing, and drawing. Complete all pages for a fun memory book!