The Chatham Method

Start the school year strong with this done-for-you Back to School Activity Bundle, created specifically for grades 3–5! This resource is packed with low-prep, high-impact printables and activities to help you build classroom community, establish expectations, and get to know your students—all while having fun. Whether it’s Day 1 or Day 5, these activities are designed to make your first week easier and more engaging. Teachers love using these as morning work, icebreakers, centers, and class dis

Kick off your personal narrative unit with this student-friendly mini anchor chart—perfect for writing notebooks or a quick reference poster! This printable chart introduces students to what a personal narrative is and breaks it down into clear, kid-friendly language, making it easy for writers of all levels to understand and remember. What’s Included: One-page mini anchor chart (PDF): “What Is a Personal Narrative?”Bold headings and icons for easy readingKid-friendly definition and 4 key charac

✨ Make the first day of school unforgettable! This ready-to-use lesson plan for First Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg is the perfect way to build classroom community, ease first-day nerves, and get students writing from Day 1. Designed for 4th grade, this engaging activity set helps students connect to the story, share their own first-day experiences, and start the year with meaningful discussions and writing. It’s no-prep — just print, grab your book, and go! What’s Included:✅ Detailed 45–60 min

Get to know your students as learners from Day 1 with this Student Learning Survey, designed for grades 3–5! This back to school activity helps you understand how your students prefer to work, focus, and engage in the classroom—so you can support them more effectively all year long. Perfect for building classroom community, planning differentiated instruction, or just opening up valuable conversations during the first week of school. What’s Included:1-page printable Student Learning SurveyKid-fr

Help your students start the year with purpose and confidence using this My Goals worksheet—a simple but powerful reflection tool perfect for grades 3–5! This one-page printable helps students set academic, personal, and social goals in an age-appropriate way. It encourages self-awareness, ownership of learning, and a growth mindset from the very beginning of the school year. Use it during the first week of school, goal-setting conferences, or anytime you want students to reflect on their progre