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First Day of School Printables

A free first day of school printable set with a fill-in sign, student paper dolls, classroom story cards, reward stickers, and a coloring version.

PDFPNGA4US LetterFull colorColoring1 pageeasy25 minAge 4+

Fits: Classic Kid Base

What is included

fill-in first day sign
student paper dolls
teacher helper token
school story cards
reward stickers
coloring version

Print recommendation

Use cardstock for sturdier paper dolls. Print at 100% scale and keep small clothes and accessories in an envelope.

Part of a Play World

School Days Collection

Create classroom stories with student and teacher dolls, school clothes, rooms, books, lunch props, and play-ready scenes.

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Printable activity guide

About this First Day of Schools

This first day of school printable set gives families and teachers a photo-ready fill-in sign plus a hands-on school story activity. Children can add their own details to the sign, then use the student dolls, school props, and story cards to make a gentle beginning-of-school story.

Use the full-color preview when you need a fast craft, or choose the coloring version when kids want more time to decorate the doll before cutting. The goal is to make the printable practical for real craft time, not just a picture to look at.

Good for

Where this printable works best

first day photo signs

back-to-school craft time

classroom welcome centers

homeschool school routines

Play ideas

Ways to use the printable

Fill in the sign before school, then save it with a first-day photo.

Use the student dolls and cards to retell arrival, class time, lunch, and going home.

Invite children to choose a reward sticker for one kind or brave first-day moment.

Materials

printer paper or cardstock

Best on cardstock if you want sturdier dolls and reusable outfits.

markers or crayons

Use on the coloring version before cutting the pieces out.

scissors

Use careful cutting around tabs and small accessories.

tape or glue

Helpful for stands, storage pockets, or reinforcing small pieces.

Print tips

Before you print

Use the color page for a ready-to-use sign, or the black-and-white version for a personalized coloring activity.
Write in the sign boxes with a dark marker so details show clearly in photos.
Print student figures on cardstock if the school story pieces will be reused.

Practice

What kids can practice

school routine vocabulary
personal expression
story sequencing
fine motor cutting

How to use this paper doll

Step 1

Print the sign and activity sheet at 100% scale.

Step 2

Fill in the blank sign boxes with your child's first-day details.

Step 3

Cut out the students, school props, and story cards.

Step 4

Use the pieces to tell a first-day story after taking the sign photo.

FAQ

Can I print this paper doll on regular paper?

Yes. Regular printer paper works for quick play, while cardstock makes the paper doll sturdier.

Does this printable include a coloring version?

Yes. Each MVP template is structured for a full-color version and a black-and-white coloring version.

Can teachers use this in class?

Yes. These generic original templates are intended for family, classroom, and homeschool craft activities.

Does this first day of school printable include a fill-in sign?

Yes. The large sign has blank spaces with simple picture prompts so families can write their own grade, age, favorite details, and first-day date.

Can teachers use the school printable in class?

Yes. It works as a low-prep classroom welcome center, a first-week story activity, or a coloring and cutting craft.

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