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1. Research Projects
Have students research a topic they are interested in. You could have them create Google Slide Shows, videos, or traditional posters and reports.
I have some ready-made research projects that are print and go!
2. Jelly bean and Toothpick Towers
The end of the year is a great time to work on STEAM collaborative activities. I have previously shared blog posts about a Jack in the Beanstalk and a reading ottoman building project.
Another fun activity is to have your students build towers out of toothpicks and jellybeans. Give each group of students one box of toothpicks and one bag of jellybeans. The group with the highest standing structure in 3 minutes wins.
You can add additional time or criteria (must include certain shapes or angles) to make the activity take longer.
3. Escape Rooms
Escape rooms are always a fun way to review previously learned material and have a little bit of fun! You can find some great ones on Teachers pay Teachers.
4. Special Days Countdown
Countdown the last few days with special themed days. Some ideas could be: movie day, craft day, reading day, electronics day, board game day, Lego day, etc.
5. Color by Number
Color by Number activities are a great way to keep your students busy and engaged those last few days of school.
I have a ton of these in my Teachers pay Teachers store including these:
6. Mental Math
My students always love these Mental Math task cards and the end of the year is a great time to bring them out!
7. Scoot Games
Scoot Games are a great way to get your students up and moving!
Check out this Sidewalk Scoot Game that is perfect for the end of the year!
8. Teach the Teacher Day
Have your students create lessons and then teach them to the class! You can have them create lessons over things you have learned during the year or some of their hobbies.
10. Write Letters of Advice for Next Year
Have your students write letters of advice for your new students coming in the fall. They could also write letters to their future teacher with advice for teaching them.
11. Minute to Win It Game Day
Have a game day with Minute to Win it Games. I love this freebie on Teachers pay Teachers!
12. Frisbees
14. Classroom Awards
Have your students vote for each other to win classroom awards. You can read more about hosting a Kid's Choice Awards here.
