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100th Day of School Fun & FREEBIE Links

The 100th Day of School is a monumental celebration in most all early grades, but especially in Kindergarten and 1st Grade!  It’s a day filled with counting, building number sense, reading, exercising and practicing fine motor skills.  I set up a variety of hands-on centers for the 100th Day of School, which usually take all day to complete.  The students spend 20-25 minutes at each center.  Sometimes, our 100th Day of School activities spill over to the next day… but that’s okay, since there is plenty of learning taking place!

100TH DAY OF SCHOOL PREP

My kiddos have so much fun on the 100th Day of School!  It takes barely any prep to get all of the activities ready.  I make all of my copies the day before, and then place each activity in a separate tub so that we are all set for the 100th Day!

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100th DAY OF SCHOOL AUTOGRAPH BOOKS

Before completing our 100th Day of School centers, all of the Kindergarten classrooms gather in the gym to collect 100 autographs from our friends!  Each kiddo brings their autograph booklet and a pen to the gym.  Before heading to the gym, I model how to approach a friend and ask for his/her autograph.  Once in the gym, the kiddos walk around asking for autographs.  I’m telling you… this is the best and easiest activity!  The kiddos are always so engaged during the 30-40 minutes we spend collecting signatures.  Plus, it’s great name writing practice!

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL CROWNS

At the one of the stations, the kiddos make a 100 Days Smarter crown.  First, the kiddos color the school house and sequence the numbers by 10’s.  I use strips of construction paper cut 3″ x 18″.

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Then, I measure around their heads and staple.  The school house adds just enough length so that the crown fits perfectly around their heads.

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL COLLECTIONS

At another station, we count our 100th Day of School collections.  First, we count them by 1’s using this counting mat I whipped up a few years ago.

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Then, we flip the mat over and group our collections by 10’s.  I give some students cups to place on each circle, which helps prevents objects from rolling or getting lost.

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL GUMBALL MACHINE CRAFT

Of course, we create the ever-so-popular 100 gumball machine!  The 100 gumball dots was yet another creation I whipped up a couple years ago.  It provides the support my Kinders needed to help them keep track of how many gumballs they made!

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I just love their finished gumball machines, and they just love using the bingo dotters while making them!

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL PATTERN BLOCKS

For station number four, we create the number 100 using pattern blocks.  You guessed it!  I whipped this little ditty up the night before! Then, we record how many of each shape we used to make the number 100 (response sheet not pictured).

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL NECKLACE

At the fifth station, we use our “100th Day Necklace” work mat to count our Fruit Loops in sets of 10.

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Then, we string them onto a piece of curling ribbon… which I might add is way better than yarn, since it doesn’t fray!  Thank you for the tip, Teeny Tiny Teacher!  Plus, this little sweetie came up with a clever way to keep the Fruit Loops from sliding off the other side.  She’s such a little problem solver!

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I actually buy the generic Fruit Loops, and they work out just fine!  I don’t pre-bag any of the supplies, because I want the kiddos to create their necklaces using any colors for the sets of 10.  Some of my kiddos will make them rainbow necklaces, while others will choose to create a pattern.Celebrate the 100th Day of School with these engaging 100th Day of School ideas, 100th Day of School activities and 100th Day of School crafts, including 100th Day of School crown, 100th Day of School necklace, 100th Day of School collection and more! They are sure to have your kiddos begging for more 100th Day of Kindergarten fun! Check out how this teacher adapted the 100th Day of School gumball machine craft to support her Kindergarten students! #100thday #100thdayactivities #100thdaycrafts

100TH DAY OF SCHOOL STICKER MAT

To help strengthen our fine motor skills, we use our “100 place mat” to stick 10 groups of 10 stickers inside each space.

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Celebrate the 100th Day of School with these engaging 100th Day of School ideas, 100th Day of School activities and 100th Day of School crafts, including 100th Day of School crown, 100th Day of School necklace, 100th Day of School collection and more! They are sure to have your kiddos begging for more 100th Day of Kindergarten fun! Check out how this teacher adapted the 100th Day of School gumball machine craft to support her Kindergarten students! #100thday #100thdayactivities #100thdaycrafts

100 PUNCHES FOR THE 100TH DAY

Punching 100 punches for the 100th Day is also another great way to build fine motor skills.  For this activity, the students punch 10 punches on the ten frame on each page.  When the booklet is complete, they have 100 punches!

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HOW MUCH DOES 100 WEIGH

The students also determine how much 100 weighs by comparing weights of different classroom supplies.  First, they predict which object will be heavier.  After weighing and comparing the two items, they record their observation.

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100TH DAY POCKET CHART SENTENCES

I also include a little reading at the pocket chart center, especially since it’s so easy to incorporate math.

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EXERCISE TO 100

In between each center round, we complete a quick brain break activity.  I set a timer for 100 seconds, and we count how many reps of an exercise we can complete.  By the end of all of the center rounds, we will have completed 100 seconds of each exercise.

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NUMBER 100 LACING CARDS

As an early finisher activity, we use these number 100 lacing cards.  Threading and lacing is such a great way to practice fine motor control.

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100TH DAY OF SCHOOL ROLL & COLOR

Some years, I use this “Roll and Color” sheet from Sam Van Gorp as a separate center.  Other years, I use it as an early finisher activity.  To practice our addition skills, I give each kiddo two dice and show them how to add by counting on from the bigger number.

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RACE TO 100

Another early finisher activity is this fun “Race to 100” game from Traci Bender at The Bender Bunch.  Each kiddo plays with a partner.  Some of the kiddos use one game board with a different color teddy bear for each player.  Each player starts on the number zero, rolls the die and moves forward that many spaces.  The first person to make it to the number 100 is the winner!  So much fun!

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100 YEARS OLD

We also dress up like we are 100 years old!  I wish I could show you some of the kiddos.  They are a hoot!  You can find my wig, glasses and beaded glass strap on Amazon.  My curlers are legit from my grandma, but I found similar ones here.  The dress, sweater and shoes came from our local Goodwill.

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100 CUP STRUCTURE

Plus, we work as a team to build the tallest structure using 100 plastic cups… an oldie but a goodie!

Celebrate the 100th Day of School with these engaging 100th Day of School ideas, 100th Day of School activities and 100th Day of School crafts, including 100th Day of School crown, 100th Day of School necklace, 100th Day of School collection and more! They are sure to have your kiddos begging for more 100th Day of Kindergarten fun! Check out how this teacher adapted the 100th Day of School gumball machine craft to support her Kindergarten students! #100thday #100thdayactivities #100thdaycrafts

100TH DAY SNACK

During snack time, we have a special 100th Day of School snack.  Each student receives a napkin and a baggie with a fun size Twix bar and two Fudge Stripe cookies.  Before eating the snack, they build the number 100 on their napkin.  YUM!

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MORE 100TH DAY ACTIVITIES

You can find all of the activities I created, including the gumball machine with numbered dots, and MORE in my 100th Day Center Activities and Craftivities pack on TpT!

Plus, head here for a collection of fine motor activities for the 100th Day!

Your students might also enjoy these digital 100th Day of School activities that can be used for virtual or in-person learning.

I hope you are able to incorporate some of these activities and freebies into your 100th Day celebration!  Happy 100th Day!

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Celebrate the 100th Day of School with these engaging 100th Day of School ideas, 100th Day of School activities and 100th Day of School crafts, including 100th Day of School crown, 100th Day of School necklace, 100th Day of School collection and more! They are sure to have your kiddos begging for more 100th Day of Kindergarten fun! Check out how this teacher adapted the 100th Day of School gumball machine craft to support her Kindergarten students! #100thday #100thdayactivities #100thdaycrafts

 

 

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As a dedicated Kindergarten teacher for nearly 20 years, I believe the words “fun, play, and creativity” can sit right alongside the words “developmentally appropriate, engaging, and rigorous.” Learning is meant to be fun and messy!

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30 responses to “100th Day of School Fun & FREEBIE Links”

  1. lifelearn37 Avatar
    lifelearn37

    I would love the gumball printable if you share. <3

  2. Ms. Hacker Avatar
    Ms. Hacker

    Me too! I love the gumball machine with the circles and numbers! Would be perfect next year with my Kindergarteners! Thanks!

  3. Ashley Avatar
    Ashley

    Seeing posts like these make me wish I taught primary! Your 100th day celebration looked like tons of fun. Seriously jealous!

  4. kathy Avatar
    kathy

    Awesome 100th day ideas! I love the crown, gumball machine and the pattern block 100 page!

  5. kteach203 Avatar
    kteach203

    Hi Ashley – Love all your wonderful ideas. Thanks for the links and photos. If possible, I would love the gumball sheet because we use a real gumball machine in class and every day, since day one, we guess which color will come out. (We never eat them, of course. Too old and yucky!) This worksheet would be a wonderful addition to our 100th day activities on Tuesday. Thanks, in advance, if you're able to upload to share. 🙂

    1. kteach203 Avatar
      kteach203

      My email is my username at Gmail, if that helps!

  6. Amy Avatar
    Amy

    Awesome ideas! I would love the gumball sheet if you are able to share. 🙂 amyed25@gmail.com

  7. Deldreqka Scott Avatar
    Deldreqka Scott

    Is it possible to get a copy of the top of the gumball machine? My email is deldreqka.scott@gmail.com

  8. Deldreqka Scott Avatar
    Deldreqka Scott

    Is it possible to get a copy of the top of the gumball machine? My email is deldreqka.scott@gmail.com

  9. Unknown Avatar
    Unknown

    May I have a copy of the gumball machine and the 100 pattern blocks? lashondracollins@gmail.com

  10. Unknown Avatar
    Unknown

    Are you willing to share the gumball machine printable? I'd LOVE a copy! wbradley@hbcsd.org

  11. foleytr Avatar
    foleytr

    Tried to find your 100 gumball printable on your TpT store but couldn't locate. Would you be willing to share?

  12. Unknown Avatar
    Unknown

    Hi, I would love the gumball printable! my email is adrilopma@hotmail.com

  13. Patty Rutenbar Avatar
    Patty Rutenbar

    I love all these ideas. . . Maybe you should make your hat say, "100 Days Sharper!" after your last name!
    Patty

  14. Susan Avatar
    Susan

    Love the gum all machine too! Are you sharing it?

  15. Abra Avatar
    Abra

    About how many boxes of Froot Loops did you need to buy for your kids? (And how many do you have?) I have 28 Kinders for 100 froot loops EACH! My email is amjacobs86@att.net

  16. Angela Avatar
    Angela

    Can I just get a copy of the 100 day necklace counting sheet that you used with froot loops? Thank you!

  17. Denise Avatar
    Denise

    Thanks for sharing!
    Would you be willing to share the gumball machine to 100 printable for free? Would love it to complete my 100 day activities!

  18. Pam Avatar
    Pam

    How many bags of the generic Froit Loops did you use?

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  20. Shelia Avatar
    Shelia

    Hey! Where can I find a copy of the gumball machine? Thanks!

  21. Joana Avatar
    Joana

    Awesome post, thank you for sharing ?!

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  23. Kathryn Avatar
    Kathryn

    Love all your 100’s day ideas!! I have a lot of fun activities, but you have some creative ones that I don’t have!! Can I get a copy of the 100 blocks? My e-mail is kweber@mcacad.org. Here’s to this year’s 100th day!! Have fun, Ladies!!

  24. Mary Avatar
    Mary

    I would be interested in purchasing the 100 punches. I have most all of the other things I’ve collected over the years but the 100 punches is new and would help with fine motor stregnth that my kids are working on.

  25. Lupe Avatar
    Lupe

    Hi.. I really like the 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL STICKER MAT and the 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL NECKLACE if your sharing it.. thanks a bunch.. 🙂

  26. Martha Melchor Avatar
    Martha Melchor

    I love it!

  27. amala Avatar
    amala

    I would like to have a copy of the gumball

  28. amala Avatar
    amala

    I would like to have a copy of the gumball please. thanks