Simple First Day of School Magic: Literacy & Activity Companion

Make the First Days of School Even More Magical!

Extend the joy of Simple First Day of School Magic with this engaging Literacy & Activity Companion designed for children in PreK-2. Filled with hands-on activities, early literacy practice, creative learning, and teacher-friendly resources, this companion transforms one heartwarming story into days of meaningful learning at school and at home.

Created by veteran educator, practicing educational diagnostician, and children's author Kimberly Hierholzer, this companion was thoughtfully designed to build confidence, strengthen foundational literacy skills, and make the first days of school a positive and memorable experience.

Inside You'll Discover

• Story comprehension activities
• Character, vocabulary, and story object practice
• Story sequencing and retelling
• Beginning sounds, color words, and syllable activities
• Early literacy skill builders
• Teacher extensions for before, during, and after reading
• Learning center ideas and cross-curricular connections
• Oral language and differentiation strategies
• Family connection activities
• A special First Week of School Certificate to celebrate success

Perfect For

• Preschool
• Pre-Kindergarten
• Kindergarten
• First Grade
• Early Second Grade support

Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool educator, intervention specialist, librarian, or parent, this companion provides meaningful opportunities to extend learning, encourage conversation, and nurture a lifelong love of reading.

At Learning Lane TX, we believe curiosity, kindness, imagination, and joyful learning help children discover that learning is an adventure.