1st grade games to play

Some days it's just too dreary or cold, or even too hot depending on where you live, for kids to go outside and get much-needed recess time. But just because the weather isn't cooperating doesn't mean your students don't need time to take a break and play. They just need some indoor recess games! While...

Don't you hate those awkward few minutes between activities we all have with our students? You don't have time to do any real work, but you want some sort of constructive activity to keep your kids busy so they don't crack up. Here are 17 fun time filler games for Kindergarten that will keep your students engaged and learning too! They require no prep and are loads of fun for Kindergarten and First Grade students!

Classroom parties no longer need to be a stressor now that you have this list of eight party games with minimal prep and instructions. Get to playing!

Subitizing, being able to quickly identify the amount of objects in a group, is a very important skill for early learners.

Button, button, who's got the button game rules and instructions on how to play. Also includes fun variations. Great for kids of all ages.

There's a good chance you have a pack of UNO cards at home or in your classroom. Here are 5 math games you can play with them.

Try these simple activities for phonics practice with your class! This no-prep phonics game is a great way to keep your students learning!

Learn how to play the Kaboom game in your classroom to make practicing math facts, sight words, and more a blast for your students!

Push the flashcards aside and play our favorite high frequency word game: OH SNAP!! This super fun sight word game is a great way to improve reading skills and build reading fluency.

FREEZE is the math movement game of every elementary teacher’s dreams! It combines academics, social skills, movement, AND fun into one amazing activity.