ts then find the students with similar items on their postcard and form a group in which each tells one interesting fact about him or herself. (For students who forget, have some extras handy so that everyone has someone to meet.) Or if you are not able to send a welcome note, use index cards on which you have written the same information pieces and have the students find their matches.
I really want to try this having the students find matches between book titles and characters, but would need to use books that I am sure all students would be familiar with. I am still up in the air with this. School does not start until September, so there is some time to decide.
Pearls of Wisdom — Remember to circulate during the icebreakers and gently coach students when needed. You want to make sure that your students are on task. Also, use this as a way to reinforce your class routines and procedures.
For those of you who are returning — welcome back! And for new readers, thank you for tuning in. For everyone, I am looking forward to sharing my class and our learning with you.
As always, I want to hear your ideas too! Any tips (ice breakers) that work in your classroom? Please share!