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Kick off the first week of school with a hands-on All About Me backpack craft that doubles as a community-building icebreaker and a ready-to-hang bulletin board display. Students cut, assemble, and personalize a backpack, then add quick-write “about me” prompts to tuck in the pocket—perfect for getting to know your learners fast.
What’s included

Printable backpack pieces with a working front pocket (student-friendly lines + blank options)
“About me” inserts for favorites, interests, and goals (short prompts that support quick writing and speaking)
Name tag/label pieces for easy display
Clear teacher directions and classroom tips for smooth assembly
Why teachers love it

Builds classroom community from Day 1 with authentic sharing and show-and-tell moments.
Targets foundational skills: fine-motor (cut, fold, glue), speaking & listening, and sentence writing.
Low-prep & flexible: print on regular paper or cardstock; use color or B/W.
Instant hallway or door display: creates a cohesive, eye-catching back-to-school board.
Great for diverse learners: works well in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade, plus ESL/ELL and newcomers.
How to use

Print and pre-cut tricky parts (optional) for speedy prep.
Model one backpack; project the directions page while students assemble.
Invite students to complete the “about me” cards and tuck them into the pocket.
Finish with a gallery walk or partner share to practice speaking & listening.
Differentiation ideas

Provide word banks or picture cues for emerging writers.
Offer sentence starters (“My favorite color is…”) for support.
Challenge early finishers with an extra card: “This year I want to learn…”
Allow oral dictation or scribing for students who need it.
When to use

First day / first week of school, open house, meet-the-teacher, morning work, centers, or a quick SEL block.
Teacher tips

Print on bright paper for a high-impact display.
Use glue sticks to avoid wrinkling; clip finished backpacks to a line while drying.
Send home the inserts as a family conversation starter.
Standards alignment (light touch)

Speaking & Listening (sharing personal information, active listening)
Writing (short statements with support)
SEL (self-awareness, relationship skills)
File format: Printable PDF. Classroom-tested and easy to assemble.

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