Capture your child’s first day of school with these gorgeous free printable chalkboard signs from Making Frugal Fun! These signs make the perfect photo prop for first-day-of-school pictures — a tradition that homeschool families love just as much as anyone.
What’s Included
This printable collection features chalkboard-style signs for every grade level from preschool through college. Just print the one that matches your child’s grade, have them hold it up, and snap a photo. The chalkboard design gives the photos a classic, timeless look that you’ll love looking back on year after year. You can also access an editable Canva template to customize the signs with your child’s name and other details.
Tips for Great First Day Photos
Same spot every year: Take the photo in the same location each year — by the front door, in front of a favorite tree, or at your homeschool table. Seeing the same backdrop as your child grows makes the year-to-year comparison even more special.
Add a personal touch: Write your child’s age, teacher name (that’s you!), and favorite subject on the back of each year’s photo. Or have your child fill out a “first day interview” with their current favorites, goals, and what they’re excited about.
Include siblings: Take individual grade-level photos and then a group shot with all your kids holding their signs. These group photos become treasured family keepsakes.
Print on cardstock: For the best photo prop, print on heavier paper or cardstock so the sign doesn’t flop or curl during the photo session.
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