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First Day of School Keepsakes (Ages 4-8)

Make the first day feel extra special with these First Day of School Keepsakes—a playful sign to hold for a photo, a celebratory certificate, and a simple reflection activity to wrap up the day.

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Materials Needed:

🖨️ Printed sign, certificate, and reflection page
🖍️ Crayons, markers, or pencils
📸 Phone or camera for the photo

These keepsakes turn the first day of school into a joyful memory-making moment. With a playful sign for snapping photos, a certificate to celebrate the big milestone, and a reflection page to share thoughts and feelings, kids can start the year feeling proud and supported.

Want to make it even more meaningful? Use the reflection page to talk about your child’s favorite part of the day and what they’re looking forward to next!

Print the sign and take a first day photo
Fill out the certificate together after school
Use the reflection page to share memories and feelings
Start a yearly tradition you can revisit as your child grows
Don’t forget to tag @beginlearning! 😊

Capture memories, calm nerves, and celebrate new beginnings!

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Charlotte Wright

Charlotte holds an M.S. in Early Childhood Education and has spent over fifteen years working with and studying young children. Her work focuses on how young children learn best—through play, connection, and curiosity—and she brings deep expertise in both classroom practice and child development research.

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Charlotte Wright

Charlotte holds an M.S. in Early Childhood Education and has spent over fifteen years working with and studying young children. Her work focuses on how young children learn best—through play, connection, and curiosity—and she brings deep expertise in both classroom practice and child development research.