Free Back-to-School Math and Literacy Activities for K–2

Back to school season is here, and let’s be honest, prepping for the new school year can feel like a whirlwind. To help you out, I’ve teamed up with a couple of teachers to bring you a list of free, ready-to-use resources that will make planning easier and keep your students engaged. 

Whether you are looking for math support or a phonics refresher, these classroom-tested freebies have you covered!

FLOSS Spelling Rule Activities - From (me!) This Tired Teacher

Looking for an easy way to help your students master spelling? The FLOSS rule is a simple trick that makes a big impact. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to teach it (without overcomplicating things) and share a free printable pack with a poster, word list, and hands-on activities your students will love.

Math Choice Board - From Techie Turtle Teacher

This free second grade back-to-school math choice board helps students review key skills while giving them the freedom to choose how they learn. It’s a great way to build independence and ease into your math routines during those busy first weeks.

Addition & Subtraction Strategy Posters - From Rosie’s Got Class

These free posters are perfect for first and second grade classrooms! Help your students practice essential strategies and build math fact fluency with clear, visual supports you can display all year long.

Want to grab them all?

Click the links above to get the full blog posts and downloadable freebies. We hope these activities bring a little more calm, and a lot more learning, to your classroom this back-to-school season.

Happy teaching!