A Teacher's Journey in Second Grade

Many of us spend some of our summers looking for new ideas for the new school year.  It seems like one of the most exciting days is the first day of school.  Every year I like to do different activities on the first day.  One year I used this poem and I helped students add their handprints.  I have found it much easier to use the large stamp pads and it doesn't make a big mess like paint tends to do.  I am not sure where this poem came from, so if it is yours, let me know.

First Day Hand Poem