Introducing students to the teacher and each other. When students enter their classroom for the first time in the Fall, the need to know classmate's names and something about each other is very important. Students will develop a sense of bonding and classroom trust earlier than might otherwise be felt. Students will be able to find a partner with similar interests for other activities throughout the remainder of the first day.
Students sit in a circle.
And so it goes until all the children have had a turn. The students at the end of the circle will have a more challenging time due to the many names and interests, but it is perfectly all right to help any student who may need it. After all the children have said their names and interests, the teacher then will try to name and tell the interests of all the children in the circle. After completing the above activity, the teacher should ask the children to choose a partner. The partners will get together and talk about their summer activities.