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RANK IT! Back to School Edition | Back to School Ice Breaker for Middle & High School
Searching for a fun, low-prep Back to School activity that gets students talking without forcing them into an awkward “tell us something interesting about yourself” introduction? Looking to foster a fun an collaborative classroom environment without forcing uncomfortable conversations on the first few weeks of school? This RANK IT! Back to School Edition puts a fresh spin on the classic All About Me activity and get-to-know-you ice breakers. Students rank fun, relatable and downright silly topics, compare their choices with a partner, and discover where their opinions match—and where they definitely don't!
This easy-to-use Back to School icebreaker is perfect for the first day of school, first week of school, Advisory, homeroom, or whenever you want students to connect and build classroom community.
Why this is the perfect fit for your classroom
- Low prep: Simply open the Google Slides, grab some scrap paper and go!
- Flexible: Use it for 10 minutes or extend it to a full 30-minute activity.
- Middle & high school friendly: Fun without feeling too elementary.
- Low pressure: Students can share their opinions without having to give a formal introduction.
- Conversation starter: Students compare rankings with a partner and explain their choices.
- Classroom community builder: A simple way to help students find common ground and learn about their classmates in a safe and silly way.
- Versatile: Great for any subject area, Advisory, homeroom, morning meeting, or the first day/week of school.
What's Included
- PDF with link to Google Slides activity
- Links to free resources (Including another Back to School Activity!)
- Partner discussion opportunities
- Whole-class discussion opportunities
What's the Prep?
All you need is the Google Slides, some scratch paper, and a pencil!
Whether you're looking for a Back to School ice breaker, or a get-to-know-you game, or a quick way to build classroom community, RANK IT! is an easy addition to your first days of school.
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Helping middle and high school teachers thrive, not just survive.
We are two educators with a combined total of over 20 years of middle and high school teaching experience. We have a passion for quality materials and research-based interventions. We create resources that help strike the balance between screen time and person-to-person connections, all while engaging students at varied levels and saving you prep time! We have experience in all core content areas, as well as special education. Our goal is to help other secondary educators survive and thrive in their classroom with engaging, easy-to-use resources your students will be sure to love!
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