The Day After The Super Bowl

January 22, 2026

The Day After the Super Bowl: Easy, Engaging Classroom Activities Students Will Love 🏈

Let’s be honest—the day after the Super Bowl can be a challenge in the classroom. Students are tired, buzzing about commercials and halftime shows, and not exactly ready to dive into heavy academics. Instead of fighting the energy, why not use it?

Here are a few low-prep, high-engagement activities that channel Super Bowl excitement into meaningful learning—without feeling like “real work.”

1. Start the Day with Sports-Themed Coloring Pages 🎨

The easiest win? Sports coloring pages.

Whether students watched the game or not, coloring is a calm, creative way to ease back into the school routine. I like to use my sports coloring pages first thing in the morning or during a transition block. They’re perfect for:

Morning work
Early finisher activities
A quiet reset after a late night

It’s low pressure, inclusive, and helps everyone settle in.

2. Super Bowl Team Research with a Google Slideshow 💻

Once students are warmed up, it’s the perfect time to shift into a research-based activity—without losing their interest.

I use a Google Slideshow that allows students to research the two Super Bowl teams. This works beautifully for individual, partner, or small-group work.

Students can research:

Team names and locations
Team colors and mascots
Stadiums and home cities
Fun facts or team history

Because the slideshow is structured, students stay focused while still having room to explore. Plus, it sneaks in research, reading, and tech skills—total teacher win.