Make Writing Practice Easy All Year with Monthly Writing Prompt Calendars

Finding meaningful writing activities for students every day can be a challenge. Between lesson planning, grading, small groups, centers, and everything else on a teacher's to-do list, having ready-to-use writing prompts can make your day so much easier!

That's why I created my Monthly Writing Prompt Calendars—a simple way to give students consistent writing practice throughout the entire school year.

These monthly writing prompt calendars include 300+ writing prompts covering all 12 months of the year. With a new prompt for each day, you'll have plenty of writing ideas ready to go without having to spend time coming up with a new topic every time.

The prompts include a variety of writing genres, including:

• Opinion writing
• Narrative writing
• Fictional narrative
• Persuasive writing
• Informational writing
• Descriptive writing
• Creative writing
• And more!

The variety helps students practice different types of writing while keeping their daily writing activities interesting and engaging.

So Many Ways to Use Writing Prompt Calendars

One of my favorite things about these calendars is how versatile they are! You can use them in so many different ways throughout your classroom.

Morning Work - Start the day with a quick writing activity. Students can pick any prompt on their calendar and begin writing as soon as they arrive.

Journal Writing - Use the prompts as daily journal topics. Students can keep their writing in a notebook and look back at their writing throughout the year.

Writing Centers - Place a calendar at your writing center and let students choose or complete the prompt for the day. This is an easy way to provide independent writing practice.

Independent Writing/Early Finisher Activity - The calendars are also great to keep in students' desks for those times when they need an independent writing activity. They're perfect for early finishers! Instead of asking, "What can I do now?", students can choose a writing prompt and get started!

Homework - Send the calendar home with students and have them complete a daily prompt as homework.

You can also use the June and July writing prompt calendars for easy summer writing homework!

Designed to Be Used Year After Year

One of the best features of these writing prompt calendars is that they don't include specific dates or days of the week.  That means you can use them year after year!

The simple black-and-white design makes them easy to print and copy for your classroom.  Plus, students can color their writing prompt calendars if they would like!

Choose the Orientation That Works for Your Classroom

The calendars are available in vertical and horizontal orientations, making it easy to choose the format that works best for your classroom setup.

Whether you want to give each student a calendar to keep at their desk, display one at your writing center, or keep a copy in your teacher binder, you can choose the orientation that works best for you.

Make Daily Writing Practice Easier

Daily writing practice doesn't have to require a lot of preparation. Having a collection of writing prompts ready to go can help you establish a consistent writing routine while giving students regular opportunities to practice different writing skills.

You can find the Monthly Writing Prompt Calendars in my Teachers Pay Teachers store!

Looking for the vertical version?

Looking for the horizontal version?

Happy writing! ✏️

Teachers Pay Teachers Gift Card Holder – The Perfect Teacher Gift!

Looking for an easy, thoughtful, and useful gift for a special teacher? A Teachers Pay Teachers gift card is a great gift that teachers can actually use to find resources they need for their classrooms. Pair that gift card with this cute printable Teachers Pay Teachers gift card holder, and you now have a gift that’s practical and cute!

The gift card holder features the message:

“A little TPT cash for your teaching stash!”

Whether you’re looking for a Teacher Appreciation gift, Back to School gift, end-of-year teacher gift, or teacher thank-you gift, this printable gift card holder makes giving a TPT gift card quick and easy.

You could even give one to a teacher friend or school staff member!

Why Give a Teachers Pay Teachers Gift Card?

Teachers spend so much of their own time and money purchasing resources for their classrooms. A Teachers Pay Teachers gift card gives them the opportunity to choose resources that are useful for their students and classroom without having to spend their own money on those resources.

Instead of trying to guess what a teacher might like, you can let them pick something they really need or want for their classroom!

And the best part? You can turn a simple gift card into a cute gift with this printable holder.

How to Assemble the Teachers Pay Teachers Gift Card Holder

Putting the gift card holder together is quick and easy. All you need is the digital download, cardstock, scissors or an Exacto knife, and a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card.

Step 1: Print

Print the gift card holder on cardstock paper for a sturdier finished product.

Step 2: Cut Out the Holder

Carefully cut around the outside of the gift card holder along the outer black lines.

Step 3: Cut the Opening

Use scissors or an Exacto knife to carefully cut along the dotted lines at the top of the pocket to create the opening where the gift card will be inserted.

 Don't want to mess with cutting? You can also just tape your gift card to the front of the card.

Step 4: Add the Gift Card

Slide your Teachers Pay Teachers gift card into the opening on the front pocket of the holder.

Step 5: Sign Your Name

Sign your name in the space provided on the gift card holder.

Step 6: Give Your Gift!

Place the finished gift card holder inside a 5x7 envelope or gift bag, and your teacher gift is ready to give!

The gift card holder is designed to fit perfectly inside a 5x7 envelope.

It really is that easy!

Get the Printable Teachers Pay Teachers Gift Card Holder

You can download this Teachers Pay Teachers Gift Card Holder from my Etsy shop or Teachers Pay Teachers store as an instant digital download.

TOTE-ALLY Excited You Are My Teacher! | Easy Back to School Teacher Gift Idea

Looking for a cute and easy back-to-school teacher gift? This simple tote bag gift is a fun way for your child to welcome their new teacher and let them know just how excited they are for the school year! 

All you need is a tote bag, a few useful teacher goodies, and one of my “TOTE-ALLY excited you are my teacher!” printable gift tags. 

In just a few minutes, you can put together a thoughtful teacher welcome gift that is perfect for Meet the Teacher, Back to School Night, Open House, or the First Day of School.

Teachers can always use extra supplies and goodies in their classrooms, so a tote bag makes the perfect container for a beginning-of-the-year gift. The best part is that you can customize the contents based on your budget and what you think your child’s teacher will enjoy.

It doesn't have to be an expensive gift. A few simple items tucked inside a cute tote bag can make a thoughtful way to say: “We’re so excited you’re our teacher!”

To put together your own back-to-school teacher gift, you'll need: 

• A tote bag
• A printable “TOTE-ALLY excited you are my teacher!” gift tag
• Cardstock
• Ribbon
• A hole punch
• Teacher goodies to fill the tote bag

Not sure what to put in the bag? Here are some simple ideas: 

• Sticky Notes/Notepads
• Hand sanitizer
• Classroom stickers
• White-Out
• Band-Aids
• Paperclips, Binder Clips, etc.
• Candy
• Gum
• Gift Cards

You don't need to fill the entire tote. Even just a few small items can make a cute and thoughtful teacher appreciation gift.

How to Make the Teacher Gift

Step 1: Choose a Tote Bag

Start with a cute tote bag. You can use a plain canvas tote, a colorful tote, or even a reusable shopping bag.  Here is a link to the mini tote bags (pictured above) I found off of Amazon.

You can also use large tote bags that the teacher can use throughout the school year to carry classroom supplies, books, papers, or personal items in it!

Step 2: Fill the Tote

Add a few teacher goodies to the tote bag.

You can create a theme, such as a “teacher survival kit,” or simply add a mixture of useful classroom supplies and fun treats.

Don't feel like you need to spend a lot of money. A few inexpensive items can make a wonderful gift!

Step 3: Print the Gift Tag

Print the “TOTE-ALLY excited you are my teacher!” gift tag on cardstock.

The printable includes three different sizes, so you can choose the size that works best with your tote bag.

For the best results, I recommend printing the tag on white cardstock.

Step 6: Attach the Tag

Carefully cut around the outside of the gift tag. Use a hole punch to make a hole near the top of the tag. Make sure you leave enough space around the hole so the tag won't tear when you attach it to the bag.

Thread a piece of ribbon through the hole in the gift tag and tie it securely to the tote bag.  Here is a link to the ribbon I used (pictured above) I found off of Amazon.

Step 7: Give It to the Teacher!

Your gift is ready!

Give the tote bag to your child's teacher at Meet the Teacher, Back to School Night, Open House, or on the First Day of School.

 

It's such a simple way to start the school year with a little kindness and make your child's teacher feel welcomed and appreciated.

If you're looking for an easy first day of school teacher gift, back to school teacher gift, Meet the Teacher gift, or teacher welcome gift, this tote bag idea is a great one to try. 

Download the tags off of my TPT or Etsy Store!

Happy Back to School! 🍎✏️