20 First Day of School Sign Ideas That Are Totally Insta-Worthy

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Before you know it, back-to-school season will be upon us. What will you do to welcome the new school year? To get in on the first day of school sign trend, choose one of these ideas, then snap the cutest, most Insta-worthy photo to post or print for your favorite frame. Whether your child is starting preschool or stepping into another elementary school grade, or your teen is all grown up and about to become a high school senior, commemorate the milestone day by capturing the memory along with a creative, themed photo prop.

Before you buy a first day of school sign, you'll want to consider the following:

• Do you want to reuse the sign over and over again for years to come?

• Do you have more than one child, meaning you'll need to use the sign multiple ways?

• Do you want to customize the sign with your child's favorite things, grade, or teacher's name?

• Do you want the sign to be displayed in your home?

• How old is your child, and will they be willing to hold the sign?

With these factors in mind, here are the best first day of school signs that you can buy before the new school year starts.

Personalized First/100th/Last Day of School Sign

This adorable sign has an arrow that slides to your kiddo's grade. Personalize the sign with their name and memorialize their 1st, 100th, and last day of each school year.

First Day Back to School Sign - Primary Colors

This easy-on-the-wallet option comes as a print on 8 x 10-inch photo paper, with more sizes available. Send in your child's prompt answers, and a custom print will be sent to you.

Notebook First and Last Day of School Dry Erase Sign

While most first day of school signs are chalkboards, this one is set apart because it's dry erase. Fill out your child's name, grade, age, height, teacher's name, school's name, favorite subject, and what they want to be when they grow up to remember special tidbits about their journey. Dry erase markers are not included.

Apple First Day and Last Day of School Chalkboard Signs

Shaped like an apple — perfect for the teacher's pet — this sign showcases your child's grade, age, first day of school date, what they love, and what they want to be when they grow up. We love the vibrant colors, too. You'll also get a last day of school sign in this pack to save for later.

First and Last Day Fill-in-the-Blank Photo Sharing Chalkboard Signs

What we love most about this set of two signs is the price. You'll get your money's worth with a "first day of" (fill in the blank) sign and a "last day of" sign. You can also use it for daycare, summer camp, dance class, or really any activity you want to document. You'll just need some chalk to fill it out before you snap a pic.

Pencil First and Last Day of School Sign

This pencil sign for the first and last day of school is both darling and so simple. Just fill out one field with a dry-erase marker, so you can reuse over and over again. We love that it looks like a pencil — so appropriate for young elementary school kids.

Boho First Day and Last School Board

Have a rainbow-and-heart-obsessed child? This colorful pick is designed fabulously with sweetness in mind. While it looks personalized in the photo, you will have to use markers to write in your child's name, grade, what they love, their age, what they want to be when they grow up, their teacher's name, and graduation year. Its other side can be used for the last day. Keep in mind, this is not a chalkboard — it's made of vinyl.

Back to School Signs for Preschool Through College

Believe it or not, this set comes with 16 different signs: for the first and last day of school from preschool through college. With this set, you won't have to buy any additional signage. You also don't have to write on anything, as each sign is already filled-in.

Back to School Wood Hanging Plaque

Don't feel like doing a lot of writing? This bold sign requires no work from you. Just have your child hold it up, so you can snap your photo for commemorating the special occasion.

Wooden Ruler Frame First and Last Day of School Board

What sets this adorable sign apart from the rest is the sweet ruler frame. Fill out the prompts using various colors of erasable chalk pens. The best part is that you can reuse it for years to come. It will be cool to see how your daughter or son's answers change as they grow up.

First and Last Day of School Magnetic Chalkboard Sign With Markers

While a bit pricier than some of the other options on this list, this rustic-looking wooden chalkboard sign will look great in photos. It's double-sided, magnetic, features unique prompts for your child to fill in (their favorite book, song, food, etc.), and comes with two colored chalkboard markers — so you'll have everything you need for your annual back-to-school photoshoot.

Personalizable First and Last Day of School Board

This reusable, double-sided first day of school sign provides you with plenty of spots to customize using a chalkboard pen. We love how colorful it is, and so will your little one! It has over 1,600 5-star ratings on Amazon.

First Day of 1st Grade Banner

This simple yet adorable pennant is great for children of all ages — even the middle and high school kids who are "too cool" for back to school signs. Buy a pack of graded pennants or one at a time.

First Day of School Personalized Photo Frame Prop

What sets this sign apart is that it will literally frame your shot. With a large enough cut-out in the center, your child can stand behind it for a memorable photo ready-made for Instagram. Have fun with it!

Animal First Day and Last Day of School Chalkboard Sign

This adorable sign is perfect for the preschooler in your life who is animal obsessed. Featuring a cute tiger on the frame's corners, you'll have fun filling out each prompt. Include your tot and ask them questions to complete before you take a picture.

School Bus First and Last Day of School Reusable Dry Erase Sign

Nothing is cuter than an elementary school kid holding up a sign that looks like a bus. After all, this is probably the only age group who finds riding the bus a fun excursion! This dry-erase board can be used year after year.

First and Last Day of School Board With String

This wearable sign comes with a string, so your student can wear it over their neck, which will certainly make it easier to take the photo. And if you wish, your child can walk to school with it on — how cute would that be? You'll be able to customize several fields with chalk pens.

Chalkboard Basketball Sign

Have a basketball player or fan in your life? Celebrate their first day by adding your child's grade, first day of school date, and age. They can hold it up for the photo and play ball later.

Rustic Wood Frame Felt Letter Board

While this customizable sign is not specifically made for the first day of school, it will operate just the same. Simply use the letters it comes with to create your message. You may have to buy additional letter packs depending on the words you want to make. In addition to individual letters, you'll also get some popular pre-made words, including the days of the week and the months of the year, plus fun emoticons for expressions.

Wooden Double-Sided Hanging Chalkboard Sign

Let's face it, your sign for the first day of school will only be used once a year. If you want to get more bang for your buck, go with a versatile choice like this blank hanging chalkboard sign. You can use it for your child's first and last days, major accomplishments, birthday parties, or as holiday home decor.

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