Pre-K (ages 3–5)Ages 3–5
Group work time for pre-K (ages 3–5)
Use this template during group activities when your pre-K students need to work together. It helps young children know what to do, stay on task, and understand how to work with friends.
On the big screen, children see clear steps, group pictures, and simple work symbols. The timer and noise meter help everyone know what is expected and when to finish.
Free for teachers. Your screens, classes and uploads are saved to your account.
How to use it in class
- 1Open the template and add your class roster for the group maker.
- 2Pick a background that fits your classroom mood.
- 3Type your group work activity in the instructions box.
- 4Use the group maker to form random groups or pairs.
- 5Set the timer for your activity and explain how it works.
- 6Show the work symbol so students know how to act (quiet, whisper, etc.). Add checklist steps for students to follow as a group. Turn on the noise meter to help students manage their volume.
Why it works
- Helps young children understand routines and group work.
- Visual cues support students who cannot read yet.
- Keeps group work calm and organized with simple reminders.
Tips
- Use simple words and pictures for instructions.
- Model each group role before starting the activity.
- Set the timer for short bursts to keep attention.
- Let students help tick off checklist steps as they finish.
Make it your own
- Make groups for art, building, or story time.
- Use with remote learners by sharing your screen on a video call.
- Add picture cues for students with special needs.
Questions teachers ask
How do I help pre-K students understand group roles?
Show and act out each role before starting. Use simple words and pictures to help students remember what to do.
What if some students cannot read the checklist?
Use picture cues or symbols for each step. Read steps aloud as a group before starting.
How long should group work last for this age?
Keep group activities short, usually 5–10 minutes, to match young children’s attention spans.
Widgets on this screen
Features it uses
Same moment, other ages
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
Group work time for kindergarten–2nd grade
Guide group work in K–2 with random groups, timer, noise meter, and clear steps.
Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)
Group work for grades 3–5
Organize group work in grades 3–5 with easy tools: timer, group maker, checklist, and noise meter.
Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)
Group work for grades 6–8
A simple, free group-work screen for grades 6–8: random groups, timer, checklist, noise meter, and clear instructions.
Grades 9–12 (ages 14–18)
Group work for grades 9–12
A ready-made group work screen for high school: group maker, timer, checklist, and noise meter for focused, structured teamwork.
More templates for Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Station rotation for pre-K (ages 3–5)
A free, visual classroom screen for pre-K station rotation with timer, groups, plan, and checklist.
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Class discussion for pre-K (ages 3–5)
Start a simple class discussion with pre-K using word clouds, polls, and a timer.
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
Show and tell for pre-K presentations
A simple, visual classroom screen for pre-K show and tell with tools to guide presentations and check understanding.