Let's be real. The first six weeks of school? Total chaos—but in a good way. You're building routines, learning who your kids actually are, running assessments, managing behavior, and figuring out tech logins... all while pretending you've slept in the past month.
But here's the good news: Boom Cards can make a lot of that easier. And fun. And yes—less stressful.
Whether you're new to Boom or already assigning decks like a pro, now's the time to set the tone for the year. And we've got a whole Back-to-School Kit ready for you, packed with blog posts, videos, and resources to help you start strong.
This is when you're setting expectations and building trust not just with students, but also with families. You're learning who needs support, who's ready to zoom ahead, and who's just trying to survive homeroom.
The thing is, students need wins early. Boom Cards give them that. Interactive tasks that feel like games but still give you solid data? Yes, please.
No printing. No waiting for results. No last-minute prep. You assign, watch the magic happen, and peek at the Reports.
You don't need a formal test to figure out where your kids are. You need a 5-minute Boom deck.
Assign a quick math or reading review. Open the Reports. Done. You'll see who's got it, who needs help, and who's just randomly clicking.
Need help picking the right deck? Look for ones aligned to your standards by grade, subject, or skill. And if you're into data (or want to look like you are), check out our quick guide on tracking growth with Boom.
Want fewer questions like "What are we doing today?" Build Boom Cards into your weekly rhythm.
Try this:
Once students get the flow, they'll log in, complete their deck, and move on—no hand-holding required. And if you're running centers (bless you), Boom is perfect for that. Check out this post on managing learning centers with less chaos and more independence.
Let's not sugarcoat it: Differentiation is hard. But Boom Cards make it easier.
Assign one deck with three different levels. Use the data to group your students. Then follow up with something that actually meets them where they are. Done.
And if you need a little help getting started, this post on easy ways to differentiate with Boom is loaded with tips.
Need to support IEP goals? Got early finishers? Want something just for your EL learners? You can build your own decks or remix existing ones in Boom Learning. No reinventing the wheel.
Every student wants to feel like they can do it. Boom Cards give instant feedback, so students know right away if they're on track—or not.
That's huge. Especially early in the year.
They don't have to wait for you to grade. They don't need to raise a hand. They get that quick check-in, correct it, and keep going. Plus, since Boom feels more like a game than a quiz, even the reluctant learners get into it.
Want to start with something low-stakes and fun? Here's a great list of first-week activities to get to know your students using Boom Cards.
No one needs another thing added to their plate right now. Boom Cards give you tools that actually save time.
✅ Self-grading
✅ Auto Reports
✅ Clear progress tracking
✅ Easy to share with families
✅ Works for centers, fast finishers, and intervention
You're already doing a million things. This is the one thing that can help with most of them.
The first six weeks are your launchpad. Boom Cards help you build routines, spot gaps early, and get kids excited about learning—without making your job harder.
So go ahead. Try it this week:
And if a parent asks how to help at home? You'll already know what to suggest. The data's right there, and there's probably a Boom Card they can use for extra practice. Makes it easier on the parent, too.