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  • A get to know you activity for students to easily form connections with classmates. This paper fortune teller is a fun icebreaker game with friendship bingo sheets and relationship building worksheets.

    Get to Know You Activity for Students – Origami Fortune Teller Kit

    $5.00

    Note: Price is in US$

    A meaningful get to know you activity for students that builds connection and friendship skills

    If you’ve ever used a paper fortune teller with your class, you’ll know just how much students love them. This one is especially lovely because it’s a get to know you activity for students that makes finding new friends a fun experience. This origami craft helps kids start real conversations, discover shared interests, and build early connections that make your classroom feel safe and welcoming. Hands‑on and low‑prep, you’ll sneak SEL into your day without adding to your workload.

    While your kids fold and play, they’re also reflecting on how their actions affect others. It creates laughter and real talk, the kind of connection that builds a stronger classroom community.

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    Why It Works

    This isn’t just a paper craft. It’s a simple tool that gets kids talking, listening, and learning about one another in a way that feels natural. As they fold, guess, and share, they’re also building confidence, strengthening social‑skills, and practicing the art of conversation, without the pressure of a formal icebreaker.

    It’s playful, meaningful, and a deeply effective way to help students feel seen, included, and connected from day one.

    Why You’ll Love This Paper Fortune Teller

    • Comes in both printable and digital formats for flexible use

    • A fun, interactive way to build classroom community without another worksheet

    • Zero prep — just print and go (or open the digital version)

    • Builds fine motor skills as students fold their cootie catcher

    • Reinforces important skills like following instructions and sticking with a task

    • Sparks real conversations about interests, experiences, and similarities

    • Ideal for whole-class activities, small groups, or early finishers

    • A hands-on way to bring social-emotional learning into the day

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    How to Use These Fortune Tellers

    This fortune teller works well for 2nd–5th grade and is especially helpful during:

    • Back‑to‑school icebreakers or friendship weeks
    • Morning meetings or class circle time
    • SEL lessons focused on communication or connection
    • Counseling groups or one‑on‑one sessions
    • Calm‑down corners or reflection activities
    • Early finisher bins or indoor recess fun

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    Why Teachers Love These Getting to Know You Cootie Catchers

    “I loved that I could personalize this resource! I used this in one of my observations, as a counselor, and was able to have something creative and fun to show off.” – Diana R.
    “My students loved making these fortune tellers, and were very excited to use them repeatedly, thereby drilling in the message I was hoping they would get from our lesson :) Win win!” – Melissa, 2nd and 3rd Grade

     

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  • An invisible backpack activity with craft and empathy story for students in 3rd and 4th grade to learn about hidden feelings, opening up, and kindness.

    Mia’s Invisible Backpack Activity – Short Empathy Story & Hidden Emotions Craft 3rd-4th

    $4.75

    Note: Price is in US$

    Mia’s Invisible Backpack Activity: A Short SEL Story + Craft That Helps Students Open Up

    When your class is carrying more than they can say out loud, this invisible backpack activity gives them a safe, meaningful way to explore the hidden emotions they don’t always have words for. Through Mia’s relatable empathy story, kids learn that everyone carries emotional weight, some just carry it quietly.

    The hands-on backpack craftivity helps 3rd and 4th graders unpack worries, name their feelings, and recognize the supports that help them feel lighter. Paired with thoughtful discussion prompts, role-play cards, and creative extensions, this resource opens the door to connection, compassion, and emotional safety.

    You’ll watch quiet students begin to share, reactive students soften, and classmates support one another in ways that feel genuine and kind.

    ▶️ Click HERE to preview these peaceful, heart-opening activities

    Why It Works

    This SEL pack blends storytelling, creativity, and guided reflection to help students understand themselves and each other. The narrative draws them in, the craft gives them a safe outlet, and the group activities build trust and empathy. It’s a gentle, powerful way to strengthen your classroom community. Use it during SEL lessons, morning meetings, or anytime emotions feel big.

    Zero prep. Just print, read, and connect.

    Why You’ll Love It

    • A story-driven SEL experience that builds emotional literacy
    • Perfect for 3rd–4th graders with age-appropriate visuals and prompts
    • Multiple learning modes with writing, drawing, discussion, and role-play
    • Helps students name feelings, share safely, and support one another
    • Use across several days or revisit throughout the year
    • Strengthens classroom culture and trust
    • Supports CASEL-aligned skills: self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making
    • Ideal for World Mental Health Day, Kindness Week, or everyday SEL

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    How to Use Mia’s Invisible Backpack

    Mostly used with students in 3rd–4th grade, this pack fits beautifully into:

    • Classroom community building — Start the year with a story that opens hearts
    • Emotional check-ins — Use the backpack craft to help students name and share feelings
    • SEL lessons — Explore empathy, emotional safety, and support
    • Small groups — Deepen understanding with journals and role-play cards
    • Creative extensions — Mask-making and empathy pledges encourage expression and kindness
    • Morning meetings or centers — Quiet reflection and peer connection
    • Sub plans — Structured, meaningful activities that reinforce classroom values

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