Back to School!

I am joining Schroeder's Stars and other bloggers in a Back to School Linky Party!  We are sharing tips for going back to school, the first day, etc.

Here is my favorite back to school activity:
I take the students outside to the cement pad on the playground.  I pair students up and pass out chalk to each group.  One student in the group lies down and their partner traces him or her.  The students switch places.  After they are done tracing, they get to use the chalk to decorate themselves.  I love this activity because it is fun, lets me see my students' creative sides, and has them working together from day 1.

To see other back to school ideas from our linky party, click on the picture below!

What is your favorite first day activity?  Let me know in the comments!