Rainbow Skies for Teachers
Hey there, amazing teachers—this podcast is for YOU! Whether you’re just starting your teaching journey or you're a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, Rainbow Skies for Teachers is here to help you thrive in and out of the classroom.
We’re Ashleigh and Alisha, your enthusiastic hosts and co-founders of Rainbow Sky Creations. With 20+ years of combined experience in primary education, we’re dedicated to sharing practical advice, supercharged tips, and game-changing strategies to help you succeed as a teacher.
Whether it’s crafting engaging lessons or perfecting your classroom management, we’ve got your back. We're on a mission to lead an education revolution; one inspired teacher at a time….
There are rainbows ahead, and together, we're unstoppable!
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Rainbow Skies for Teachers
65. 5 Fun Icebreaker Games to Kick Off the School Year
Starting a new school year can be exciting and a little nerve-wracking for both students and teachers. In this episode, we share 5 simple and engaging icebreaker games that will help you build connections, break the awkward first-day silence, and create a positive classroom culture from day one.
These games are perfect for primary classrooms, require minimal preparation, and will get your students interacting and learning about one another while having fun. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned pro looking for fresh ideas, this episode is full of practical, easy-to-implement tips to make your first few days smoother.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why icebreaker games are a must for creating a welcoming classroom environment
- 5 easy-to-prepare icebreaker activities to suit any primary classroom
- Tips to help even the shyest students feel comfortable and included
- How to turn icebreaker activities into opportunities for ongoing relationship-building
- Ways to balance fun and structure as you settle into your new class routine
Icebreaker games we talk about include:
- 2 Truths and a Lie
- Name / Class detective (grab a free copy here)
- Lucky Dip questions
- The paper plane game
- Speed friending
- Team building towers
- Place Value - Who am I
You can access more fun teaching ideas and a wealth of resources by visiting our website www.rainbowskycreations.com
Rainbows ahead,
Ashleigh and Alisha
Resources mentioned in this episode
Grab free our Classroom Detectives template
Get a copy of our print-and-go Icebreaker resource