{"title":"Bulletin Board Ideas","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"24-carrot-smiles-easter-bulletin-board-a1655","title":"24 'Carrot' Smiles! - Easter Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-6923\" alt=\"Easter Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Bulletin-Board-Idea1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Emily Richter\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow adorable is this bulletin board?! Created by \u003ca id=\"yui_3_7_3_3_1363803632409_945\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/emilyeer\/2329236233\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEmily Richter\u003c\/a\u003e, this spring display is super vibrant, offers a great way to show off the adorable kiddos in your class, and incorporates a cutesy play on words that we know colleagues and parents will appreciate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e24 'Carrot' Smiles\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"24 'Carrot' Smiles!\" - We absolutely love how Emily added gold glitter to '24' and stems to the letters in 'carrot' to make them look like carrots! How clever!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring or Easter themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: 1) The Scene. Cut two large tree shapes - complete with trunk and branches - from brown bulletin board paper. If you plan to freehand the shape, you can always cut out one tree shape and use it to trace and cut a second tree shape! If you find a clip art image that you like, simply use your classroom projector system to enlarge and trace the image twice. Arrange the trees on either side of the board. Cut a strip of green bulletin board paper, using scissors to create the look of 'grass' along the top edge, and mount the strip to the bottom of the board between the trees. 2) The Carrots. Find a carrot coloring page - printing the pieces onto orange and green construction paper, assembling the cutouts around the bulletin board, and adding pictures of your kiddos to each of the cutouts. You might try this printable from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/coloringpage.eu\/carrot\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eColoring Page\u003c\/a\u003e or search Google for one of your own!\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-6919\" alt=\"Carrot Coloring Page and Easter Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/easter-carrot-coloring-222x300.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: coloringpage.eu\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3) The Easter Bunnies. Like the carrot cutouts, find a coloring page online and print it onto white card stock. Here's a cute one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.freefuneaster.com\/easter-coloring-page\/easter-bunny-with-egg\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFree-N-Fun Easter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-6920\" alt=\"Easter Bunny Coloring Page and Spring Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/FNF_Easter-Coloring-PG14.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: freefuneaster.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\nWhile you'll have to do some cropping, we like the cutesy bunny print! Use pink marker to color in the inner ear and nose on each cutout, add bow ties (for boys)\/hair bows (for girls) cut from construction paper of assorted colors, and print student names onto the bow ties. To keep it simple, you might consider downloading the bow template we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/parenting.leehansen.com\/downloads\/coloring\/father\/dad-bow-tie.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePastiche Family Portal\u003c\/a\u003e and printing it onto colored paper! [NOTE: You could even use fun patterned scrapbook paper for extra visual interest!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1721312903193,"sku":"A1655","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Bulletin-Board-Idea1_c557cca8-6247-4a05-8c0e-982a27f4f6ab.jpg?v=1522258125"},{"product_id":"dive-in-explore-a1009","title":"Dive In \u0026 Explore! Back-to-School Ocean Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-100 \" title=\"Dive In and Explore\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dive-In-and-Explore.jpg\" alt=\"Ocean Theme Kindergarten Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays \u0026amp; Bulletin Boards\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this creative bulletin board designed by Mrs. Bosque, kindergarten teacher and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my.att.net\/p\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=169490\u0026amp;ck=\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e, to welcome new students to your class \u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e invite your students to think about a new topic! It's simple to create and will provide a colorful addition to your classroom walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDive In Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue or black bulletin board paper to create ocean water and brown bulletin board paper cut unevenly to create a sandy ocean floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Dive In and Explore ___________!\"(Preschool, Kindergarten, Math, Contractions, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003eSea-themed or plain blue bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can use pre-made ocean themed cut outs or use construction paper to create the undersea elements (e.g. coral, seaweed, sea anemones, fish, turtles, octopus, treasure chest, whale, etc.). If you're welcoming a new group of students to your class, write each of their names on a sea creature or gold coin in the treasure chest, etc. If you're inviting your students to get excited about a new subject, write related concepts or examples on the animals (e.g. for math, write fractions, decimals, percentages, etc. on the creatures).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe'd love to know how \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e welcome your students to class or how you get them excited about learning. Be sure to leave us a comment and let us know!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734073647129,"sku":"A1009","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dive-In-and-Explore.jpg?v=1522781511"},{"product_id":"halloween-language-arts-a1006","title":"Creepy Contractions Halloween Language Arts Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-44 \" title=\"Creepy Contractions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Creepy-Contractions.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.izzyshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen her unit on contractions fell over the week of Halloween, Betsy McKnight, fourth grade teacher and bulletin board contributor to Izzyshare, found herself in a unique position. Instead of allowing the themes to remain mutually exclusive, she incorporated the two inventing \"Creepy Contractions\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCreepy Contractions Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can do this activity one of two ways: find a pre-designed haunted house coloring page and have your students build from there or provide construction paper for your students to design their own house. However you decide to do it, make sure the house design has plenty of windows.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nEncourage your students to color or decorate their creations and cut them out. Next, have them carefully use scissors (kids safety scissors depending on their age) to create window flaps that will open out. This part may be tricky so make sure you're around to assist. With this successfully accomplished, mount the cutout onto a piece of construction paper (black, orange, or yellow to keep with the Halloween theme). As the glue dries, invite your students to use brainstorm a list of common contractions and the original words they're derived from.\n\u003cp\u003eOnce everything is set, have your students finish the exercise by neatly penning the contractions on the front of the house windows then open the flaps and write the original words on the construction paper underneath. Not only are these make festive classroom decorations, they're also perfect study aids!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCreepy Contractions Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Creepy Contractions\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any Halloween-themed bulletin board border (e.g. candy corn, pumpkins, ghosts, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few characters from your Halloween bulletin board sets and you'll be set! Contractions and Halloween - who knew?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGot any Halloween ideas? Ever paired two opposite topics together for a sensational bulletin board? We'd love to hear about it so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734073679897,"sku":"A1006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Creepy-Contractions.jpg?v=1522781511"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-our-school-a1008","title":"Welcome To Our School! Under the Sea Fish Themed Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-93 \" title=\"Welcome To Our School\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Welcome-To-Our-School1.jpg\" alt=\"Welcome Classroom Bulletin Board - Fish Theme\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays \u0026amp; Bulletin Boards\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou only get one first impression so make it a good one with this \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/back-to-school\/\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eback to school bulletin board\u003c\/a\u003e from Barb Huttle, design contributor at Classroom Displays and Bulletin Boards! With a clever play on the word 'school', your students are sure to love the exciting underwater theme welcoming them to their new classroom.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSea Life Welcome Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue bulletin board paper to create ocean water and brown bulletin board paper cut in uneven 'waves' to create sand on the ocean floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Welcome To Our School!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sea-themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Fish. Either use pre-made fish cut outs or make your own fish from colorful card stock. You'll have more flexibility and  room to be creative with shapes, colors, etc. if you make your own. Additionally, make a larger fish, sea horse, octopus, or other sea creature to use as the 'teacher' or 'head of the class'. Arrange the fish in a school, using a black Sharpie marker to write the students' names on individual fish, and place the larger sea creature in front. 2) The Undersea Plants. Use appropriately colored paper to create seaweed, sea anemones, coral, and other undersea plant life to decorate the ocean floor. You could also purchase ocean cut outs. 3) The Undersea Creatures. Use construction paper, brightly colored card stock, or bulletin board paper to create star fish, oysters, jelly fish, and other undersea creatures and place them throughout the bulletin board ocean. You could also purchase ocean cut outs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are sure to feel at home in their new school and classroom with this fun, colorful welcome board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHow do \u003cem\u003eyou \u003c\/em\u003edecorate for back to school? Be sure to leave us a comment!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734073712665,"sku":"A1008","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Welcome-To-Our-School1.jpg?v=1522781511"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-our-winter-wonderland-a1004","title":"Welcome to Our Winter Wonderland Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-30 \" title=\"Gingerbread Door\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Door1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Christmas Door Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.izzyshare.com | Ms. Ashlee\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to make a splash this Christmas season? Here is an inventive door decoration posted by Ms. Ashlee at Izzyshare! With a few classroom supplies, you \u003cem\u003etoo\u003c\/em\u003e can create this festive gingerbread house and be the talk of the hall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eGingerbread House Door Decor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by papering the door (and two extra feet on either side) with brown paper. Add a window to each section, crafting it from yellow paper and using white accents to make the frames. If you desire, pull large cotton balls apart and glue them to the window ledges to create the appearance of frost. Use white paper to create snow accents where the brown 'house' meets the ground and, on either side of the house structure, place two candy-cane poles as accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow it's time to move to the roof. Cut seventeen large circles from assorted colors of construction paper or craft paper placing them in two rows (8 on top and 9 on bottom) to create a patterned roof. Outline the colorful circles with white paper cut into wavy strips (about 8 inches wide). Add a gingerbread to the door and a welcoming message (e.g. \"Welcome to Our Winter Wonderland\") and you will have created a festive door decoration for the Christmas season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAre there ways to improve upon this decoration? Be sure to tell us about it below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734073745433,"sku":"A1004","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Door1.jpg?v=1522781511"},{"product_id":"winter-birthday-wall-a1003","title":"Winter Birthday Wall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-26 \" title=\"Snow Way! It's Your Birthday!\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snow-Way-Its-Your-Birthday.jpg\" alt=\"Snowman Birthday Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays \u0026amp; Bulletin Boards | Jacie Feinberg\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacie Feinberg, teacher at the Goddard School in Chesapeake, VA, submitted this snappy winter \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/birthday\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebirthday bulletin board idea\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.att.net\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=220852\u0026amp;ck=\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e. A classroom birthday calendar can be nice, but if you have extra wall or bulletin board space, recognizing the birthday's each month in a new and special way makes your students feel valued and noteworthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWinter Birthday Wall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue metallic foil paper or light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Snow Way! It's Your Birthday!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain or snowflake bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Snowflakes. Hang pre-crafted snowflakes or create your own from white, light blue, and dark blue crafting paper. 2) The Snowmen. Create the snowmen bodies from foam craft balls in three sizes. These can be glued together using glue. For a scarf, find fabric scraps or use several strips of yarn for the fringed look. Top hats can be designed from wood accessories painted black and glued together, pieces of black felt, or even black construction paper. Add pipe cleaners (chenille stems)for arms then finish off these wintery friends by penning the name and birth date of the students turning a year older that month on a mailing label and adhering the label to the snowmen (there should be one snowman for each student)! 3) The Snow. Use quilt batting for a 'blanket' of snow or large cotton balls pulled apart for wispy snow drifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish, this board can be 'recycled' for each of the winter months, just create a new snowman for each student. Bonus: Students can take home their snowman on or after their birthday as a prize!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe'd love to know what you think of this \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/\" target=\"_self\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board idea\u003c\/a\u003e and how \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e celebrate birthdays in the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074466329,"sku":"A1003","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snow-Way-Its-Your-Birthday.jpg?v=1576869996"},{"product_id":"decorating-your-classroom-for-st-patrick-s-day-a1856","title":"Decorating Your Classroom For St. Patrick’s Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile you may desire to go to all the trouble of designing and creating your own \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom decorations\u003c\/a\u003e for the holidays, seasoned educators will remind you that you have the best creative resource right under your nose—your students! Not only will you have successfully adorned your classroom with colorful holiday décor, you won’t have to find a place to store it after the holiday has passed and your students will have blast with its creation!\n\nAllison McDonald from FamilyEducation has designed a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day craft for classrooms that have abundant windows. Simply by using a white crayon to draw shamrocks onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7191-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e and painting over the entire surface with a thin layer of green paint, you have a spectacular sun catcher that will splash bits of color into your classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo spice up a seasonal bulletin board, create a leprechaun template with thick \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4827-array0174-card-stock-assorted-10-colors-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eposter board\u003c\/a\u003e and with green, yellow, tan, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7174-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, encourage your students to make their own leprechaun holding a pot of gold. Provide card stock for children to copy a favorite St. Patrick’s Day song or poem. Prepare the bulletin board with a rainbow and shamrock border, add a title such as “Our Preschoolers are Over the Rainbow for St. Patrick’s Day”, and decorate with your student’s creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.familyeducation.com\/parenting\/moms\/allison-mcdonald\/shamrock-sun-catcher\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShamrock Sun Catcher Mom's Parenting Blog by Allison McDonald - FamilyEducation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational rug\u003c\/a\u003e can make any classroom feel more cozy and it can even enhance learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734075121689,"sku":"A1856","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"graphing-the-winter-olympics-a1005","title":"Graphing the Winter Olympics Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-36\" title=\"Graphing the Winter Olympics\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Graphing-the-Winter-Olympics1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Olympics Bulletin Board Display\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.izzyshare.com | Betsy McKnight\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always exciting when the time for the summer or winter Olympics arrives! To watch diverse countries come together for a common goal and world-class athletic competitions is awe-inspiring to say the least. Ms. McKnight, fourth grade teacher and classroom decoration contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.izzyshare.com\/album\/ms-mcknights-ideas\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eIzzyshare\u003c\/a\u003e, capitalized on this excitement by getting her students in on the fun this year with an interactive bulletin board idea - Graphing the Winter Olympics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eGraphing Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMs. McKnight and her teaching team decided to gather data on the top 8 countries in the Winter Olympics which included: Norway, U.S.A., Austria, Finland, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, and Canada. Each morning, she and her students would look up the gold medal totals for the events the evening before (two other classrooms were responsible for silver and bronze) and record them on the interactive bulletin board graph. At the end of the Olympics, students were given a sheet of totals to compare (e.g. explored fractions, percentages, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOlympics Interactive Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Graphing the Winter Olympics\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003eOlympics, sports, or patriotic bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Graph. Use a yardstick and permanent marker to create a grid. Title the graph \"Gold Medals Won for the Top 8 Countries in the Winter Olympics\", label the x-axis \"Number of Gold Medals Won\", and label the y-axis \"Country\". Be sure to create a key describing the units of measurement used (e.g. one gold medallion = one gold medal won). 2) Other Embellishments. Add Olympic fun facts, a U.S.A. flag, pictures of favorite athletes, and other appropriate, eye-catching decorations to spice up the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo you have any ideas on how to incorporate the Olympics events into the classroom? We'd love to hear them!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eCheck out our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, MPM School Supplies. It offers all kinds of great products including \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom furniture\u003c\/a\u003e like a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-38-kids-easels.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids easel\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076301337,"sku":"A1005","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Graphing-the-Winter-Olympics1.jpg?v=1522781526"},{"product_id":"reaching-new-heights-with-fractions-a1000","title":"Reaching New Heights with Fractions - Math Bulletin Board \u0026 Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-5 \" title=\"High-Flying Fractions\" alt=\"Math Fractions Classroom Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fraction-Kites.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.izzyshare.com | Betsy McKnight\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally, children are introduced to fractions when they reach second grade and continue building upon the basics throughout elementary school. Of the concepts they are exposed to during their elementary mathematics careers, this can be one of the most elusive, confusing, and challenging topics! Here is a great activity posted by Betsy McKnight at Izzyshare that will visually demonstrate the concept and provide a colorful spring-themed bulletin board for your classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFraction Kite Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with a sheet of blue construction paper, assorted colored crafting papers, and Crayola markers. Instruct them to create kite shapes from the colorful papers, then cut them apart, creating and labeling equivalent fractions (e.g. if a student cuts their kite into three strips, each piece equals one-third and should be designated with \"1\/3\"). Have your students create three or four kites, using school glue to adhere them to the blue background and markers to create 'tails'. If you're feeling \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e adventurous, get out the yarn and have your student make three-dimensional kite tails. Finally, cut clouds from white construction paper and finish out the sky scene!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFraction Kite Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper or blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"High-Flying Fractions\" or \"Reaching New Heights with Fractions\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a cloud-themed bulletin board trimmer on the sides and top, and a grass big border at the bottom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eComments? Questions? Improvements? 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There you will find over 25,000 educational products including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play toys\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-450-kitchen-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etoy kitchens\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734084231193,"sku":"A1000","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fraction-Kites.jpg?v=1522781574"},{"product_id":"classroom-helpers-a1001","title":"Classroom Helpers Colorful Crayons Classroom Management Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colorful-Helpers-Crayon.jpg\" alt=\"Crayon Classroom Management Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachingheart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents enjoy when you provide them with responsibility in the classroom. Not only does it teach them important life skills, it makes them feel like a valuable part of the class. Provided by Colleen of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/backtoschoolbboards.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart's\u003c\/a\u003e, this bulletin board is sure to accomplish all of your classroom management goals, while providing a splash of color to the walls! Perfect for any elementary classroom, the most difficult task you'll encounter will be the classroom helper schedule, everything else is pretty straightforward!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many organizational tools out there to help teachers reach their classroom management goals, we'd be thrilled to hear your ideas on classroom helpers and staying organized!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. It has everything a teacher could possibly need including \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational rugs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play\u003c\/a\u003e toys!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734084689945,"sku":"A1001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Colorful-Helpers-Crayon.jpg?v=1522781577"},{"product_id":"an-a-peel-ing-bunch-back-to-school-display-a1002","title":"An A-Peel-ing Bunch! Apple Themed Back-to-School Bulletin Board Display Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-21 \" title=\"An A-Peeling Bunch\" alt=\"Back to School Welcome Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/An-A-Peeling-Bunch1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays \u0026amp; Bulletin Board | Mary Ann White\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchool buses and apples are the staples for back-to-school decor. Make your class feel welcome with this cute apple bulletin board created by Mary Ann White featured on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my.att.net\/p\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=169498\u0026amp;ck=\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Board\u003c\/a\u003e's Back to School pages. White uses a pre-crafted bulletin board set, but this display could just as easily be created from scratch with materials from your school art supply cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWelcome Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Art Kraft Paper Roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"An A-Peel-ing Bunch\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pre-crafted bulletin board trimmer of coordinating color or create an apple stamp from a real piece of fruit, dip it in tempera paint and stamp apple shapes around the outside of the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Basket. Use your classroom projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a basket onto a piece of brown bulletin board paper. If you don't want to mess with a projector, you can also freehand it. It isn't terribly difficult. 2) The Apples. Create an apple template from card stock, tracing it to create apples from several different colors of construction paper (e.g. green, red, yellow). You might also be able to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that could then be printed onto colored card stock then cut out. Use a permanent marker to write the names of your new students on individual apples. 3) The Butterflies. If desired, create a template and trace, or find black and white clip-art and print!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to do it, this bulletin board is sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe'd love to hear how \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e welcome students into your classroom, what back-to-school themes you prefer, what bulletin boards you've used most, even how to improve upon this idea! Be sure to let us know!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. It has over 25,000 products so you are sure to find everything you need including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-377-teacher-stamps.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher stamps\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher stickers\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734084755481,"sku":"A1002","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/An-A-Peeling-Bunch1.jpg?v=1522781577"},{"product_id":"all-aboard-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1007","title":"All Aboard! Back-to-School Train Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-85\" title=\"All Aboard\" alt=\"Welcome Back to School Classroom Train Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/All-Aboard.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays \u0026amp; Bulletin Board\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWondering how to welcome your new students to the classroom this school year? Try this train idea from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my.att.net\/p\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=169489\u0026amp;ck=\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e! Most students have their previous year's class picture in their file, so take advantage of this; not only to 'get to know' them before the year begins, but to personalize their new classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWelcome Train Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue bulletin board paper for the sky and green bulletin board paper for grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"All Aboard For A Fantastic New School Year!\" or \"All Aboard! Next stop; Fun \u0026amp; Learning!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Train-themed bulletin board border or bulletin board trimmers that match the background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Train. Use brightly colored bulletin board paper to create several train cars, using a black Sharpie marker to add 'depth' and a three-dimensional look. Black bulletin board paper will work best to create both the train engine and wheels for all of the cars. 2) The Track. Use black fadeless bulletin board paper to create a track across the board. This will double as a divider between the 'sky' and 'grass', covering the paper seam, as well as a guide for keeping the train cars and engine straight! 3) The Passengers. Find your new students photos from last year and use a photo printer to enlarge them. Cut them out and fill the train car windows. 4) The Conductor. Enlarge your staff picture from last year and place it in the engine window. 5) The Engine Smoke: With a sponge and shallow dish of white tempera paint, create the illusion of billowing smoke from the engine's smoke stack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will be excited to walk in their new classroom and find their face already on the wall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny suggestions on how to make this welcome bulletin board better? Comments are much appreciated!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. It has everything you could possibly need for your classroom including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulk colored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTru Ray construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085247001,"sku":"A1007","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/All-Aboard.jpg?v=1522781580"},{"product_id":"chicka-chicka-boom-boom-summer-literature-collide-a1010","title":"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! 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Instead of doing a regular beach theme for the summer months, the space contributes to the learning-rich environment, covering concepts from a favorite class book, \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e motivating children with its fun, vibrant design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom! Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sake of time (and attention spans!), it's usually best to divide the crafts for this bulletin board into two days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 1: Sandy Footprints\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a piece of white card stock, there are several ways in which you can tackle creating the footprint:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your students to trace their foot onto a piece of sandpaper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students trace their foot onto the paper, use a paint brush to apply a thin layer of glue to the print, then sprinkle it with sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruct your students to trace their foot onto the card stock, then use tan paint mixed with sand to paint their print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with a shallow dish of school glue and a paint brush. Invite them to paint their foot with the glue, make a 'print' on their piece of paper, then sprinkle sand over it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare shallow dishes of tan paint (mix brown with white). Instruct your students to use a paint brush to cover one foot with paint, make a print on the card stock, then sprinkle sand over the wet paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 2: Letter Palm Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete this craft your students will need one tree trunk, three palm fronds, and several coconuts. Depending upon the age of your students you can: 1) provide pre-made construction paper cutouts, 2) provide templates for tracing and construction paper, or 3) provide construction paper and have your students free-hand the shapes. When all the needed shapes are prepared, its time to add some paint. As with the last craft, there are several ways in which students can texture their trees:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate several painting stations. At each station place two trays, two marbles, and a shallow dish of washable brown paint or washable green paint. Instruct your students to place their cutout on the tray (the trunk and coconuts at the brown painting stations and the palm fronds at the green painting stations), dip the marble into the paint, and roll it around the paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet-up several painting stations. Place two large roasting pans, two ping pong balls, a handful of drinking straws, a small trash bag, and a shallow dish of washable green paint or washable brown paint at each station. Invite your students to place their cutout (whichever is appropriate based on the color of paint at the station) in the roaster, dip the ping pong ball into the paint, and use the drinking straw to blow it around the roaster and paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, help your students assemble their trees and add colorful foam letters to spell their name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom! Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua blue bulletin board paper to create the sky and tan construction paper or tan bulletin board background paper to create sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!\", \"Aloha!\", or \"Preschool's Doing Some Sand-sational Reading!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beach-themed trimmer or color coordinating bulletin board trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students crafts. If you wish, create a large palm tree and write your students names, concepts being covered, etc. in the language of a coastal community!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAre there any interesting ways in which \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e incorporate literature in your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom decoration\u003c\/a\u003e? Share your ideas and inspiration by leaving a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. It pretty much has everything a teacher could need including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e and even larger items like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-505-alphabet-rugs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealphabet rugs\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085509145,"sku":"A1010","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chicka-Chicka-Boom-Boom.jpg?v=1522781582"},{"product_id":"advertising-classroom-events-volunteer-openings-a1011","title":"Advertising Classroom Events \u0026 Volunteer Openings Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-115\" title=\"Don't Leave Things to Chance\" alt=\"Classroom Management Fall Themed Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dont-Leave-Things-to-Chance.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: BoardsGalore.com | Alta McDaniel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes the simplest bulletin boards are the best! Alta McDaniel, creator of the bulletin board design and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.boardsgalore.com\/alta_mcdaniel.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoardsGalore.com\u003c\/a\u003e, used a rich fall theme to inform church attendees of the important facts: what, where, and when! You can do the same for parents, fellow staff members, and students in your classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Informational Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper (or another fall color).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"Don't LEAVE Things to Chance - Get Involved This Fall!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall leaf or other fall-themed bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create several large leaf patters from card stock. Trace these shapes onto construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, brown, green), cut them out, and use a black Sharpie marker to write upcoming events, dates, and times on each leaf. Important dates might include: parent-teacher conferences, PTA meetings, field trips, classroom parties, standardized testing dates, classroom plays\/open house, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do you keep \u003c\/em\u003eyour\u003cem\u003e students and parents up-to-date? Leave us a comment! We'd certainly love to hear about it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can get all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e as well as fun educational toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-238-hand-puppets-finger-puppets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehand puppets for children\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplay food sets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085607449,"sku":"A1011","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dont-Leave-Things-to-Chance.jpg?v=1522781582"},{"product_id":"promoting-a-drug-free-future-a1012","title":"Promoting A Drug-Free Future! Train Themed Health Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-166\" title=\"On The Right Track Wall\" alt=\"Motivational Drug Free Kindergarten Classroom Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/On-The-Right-Track-Wall.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderHive.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe message to stay drug-free is not just for high school students. This creative kindergarten teacher {and creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/classic-web.archive.org\/web\/20060427052217\/www.kinderhive.net\/bb.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderHive.com\u003c\/a\u003e} agreed, communicating its importance to her students in a way they could understand and appreciate. Due to the display's colorful graphics, catchy slogans, ever-important message, and student participation, this classroom won the \"Best Door\/Display Award\" for the entire school!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-167 \" title=\"On The Right Track Door\" alt=\"Stay on the Right Track\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/On-The-Right-Track-Door.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderHive.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDrug-Free Door \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue bulletin board paper for the door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Stay on the Right Track\" scripted on the door and \"Choo-Choo-Choose to be Drug Free!\" printed on a smoke cloud above the train. Use prefabricated bulletin board letters or black paint and a paint brush to write the messages by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a backdrop of rolling hills from green background paper that covers the bottom of the door and extends on either side. Use black paint and a paint brush to paint a train track along the 'hillside'. Draw and cut out a train engine to head up the cars, then on white card stock, draw and photocopy the shape of a train car. These copies should then be passed out to your students to decorate. Ask them to complete the following phrase when illustrating their train cars, \"Instead of drugs, I would rather be doing\/do...\", then cut them out and adhere them to the track. The finishing touches will be the smoke billows created from white bulletin board paper or gray bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow would \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e share this important message with your students? Leave us a comment! We'd love to hear about it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. I think you will find everything you need as we offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola colored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma cars for kids\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085967897,"sku":"A1012","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/On-The-Right-Track-Wall.jpg?v=1522781584"},{"product_id":"have-a-poppin-good-school-year-a1014","title":"Have A Poppin' Good School Year! Popcorn Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-185 \" title=\"Have A Poppin Good School Year\" alt=\"Back to School Popcorn-Themed Fall Welcome Board Bulletin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Have-A-Poppin-Good-School-Year.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: BoardsGalore.com | Rosemary Carnes\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget traditional apples and school buses, this back-to-school bulletin board idea really \"pops\"! Display designer and a featured contributor of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.boardsgalore.com\/rosemarycarnes.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoardsGalore.com\u003c\/a\u003e, Rosemary Carnes, inspired her Sunday school students to have a great school year with bright colors, a catchy tag line, and salty treats! Here's how you can make your very own popcorn bulletin board display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePopcorn Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red fadeless bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Have A Poppin' Good School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board trimmer or other theater-themed trimmer (i.e. film strips, popcorn, etc.). You might also consider stringing actual popcorn onto fishing wire to create a garland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Popcorn Bags: Party stores carry popcorn bags, but you can also make your own (\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\/\/ \u003c ![CDATA[\n_mls.push(['Popcorn-Bag-Template','http:\/\/wwww.examiner.com\/x-1853-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m1d16-Handmade-popcorn-bags-enhance-a-family-movie-night']);\n\/\/ ]]\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca onclick=\"return goTop('Popcorn-Bag-Template');\" href=\"#\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esee template\u003c\/a\u003e). 2) The Popcorn. Pop a fresh bag of non-buttered popcorn. You'll want to fill your popcorn bags about 3\/4 of the way with cotton balls and then glue your popcorn in. Follow this pattern: add a layer of popcorn, secure with spray adhesive, add a layer of popcorn, secure with spray adhesive, etc. until you've reached the desired effect (i.e. the popcorn is nicely mounded at the top of the bag with a few pieces 'overflowing'). To prevent the popcorn from collecting dust, you may wish to spray the finished product with a flat, clear enamel paint. 3) The Details. Add a few stray pieces of stray popcorn around the board, script an inspiring educational quote, and you'll have a welcome board that \"pops\"!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEver use real food for classroom displays? We'd love to hear about it! Leave us a comment with your tips \u0026amp; tricks!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e from our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. You can get everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to kid's ride-on toys like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma car\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086066201,"sku":"A1014","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Have-A-Poppin-Good-School-Year.jpg?v=1522781585"},{"product_id":"now-playing-a1013","title":"Now Playing...Movie \u0026 Hollywood Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-177 \" title=\"Now Playing\" alt=\"Back to School Elementary Movie Themed Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Now-Playing1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachingheart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an exciting new way to welcome your students back-to-school? Mrs. Hodges' design, featured on Colleen Gallager's site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/backtoschoolbboards.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart's\u003c\/a\u003e, embodies the excitement and anticipation of her \"new releases\" with this theater theme! All that's missing is the popcorn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNow Playing...Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Now Playing...'Mrs. Hodges' Wonderful Kindergartners'\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlain black bulletin board trimmer or movie themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Clapboard. Use black construction paper and teal construction paper to create the clapboard. Red construction paper or sticker letters to script \"Starring\" on the cutout. 2) The Stars. Draw or find a printable star shape online. Use this template to trace stars onto yellow construction paper\/card stock or make photocopies. Once the stars are cut out, use a black Sharpie marker to write the names of your students, one per star.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIf you have the time...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were thinking about ways in which you could expand on this theme and here are a few suggestions. They might require a bit more work, but the results should be worth it!\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bulletinboardideas.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/12\/files\/2010\/07\/Now-Playing-Marquee.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-178\" title=\"Now Playing Marquee\" alt=\"Pinedale Elementary's Coming Attractions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Now-Playing-Marquee.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry creating an actual marquee. Here's a picture of the mock-up. Many traditional theaters use a mixture of red, yellow, and blue, but you can certainly choose different colors. Size depends upon the board layout, but this would look great centered at the top with the stars floating around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunch up the bulletin board by using red bulletin board paper for the background and a special trimmer. Actual film, including old negatives or new film pulled from the dispenser, or a prefabricated film-strip themed trimmer could work great. Additionally, if you left the marquee plain, you could create the illusion of 'twinkle lights' around the outside edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bulletinboardideas.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/12\/files\/2010\/07\/Hollywood-Clapboard.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-179\" title=\"Hollywood Clapboard\" alt=\"Hollywood Clapboard\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hollywood-Clapboard.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a replica clapboard. If you're changing the background color to red, you can use authentic clapboard colors and markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo commemorate the starting of school and your student's movie star status, take a picture of each child on \"the red carpet\" in order to hang by their star. If you'd like to continue the celebration, think about party treats. Tying a ribbon and welcome tag around a bag of microwave popcorn could be a fun surprise!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to design your \"Now Playing...\" bulletin board, you can be sure it'll be a hit with your students. And, of course, it'll provide a nice splash of color to your classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e welcome your students back to school? Ever treated them like \"movie stars\"? We'd love to hear about it so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. There you will find a huge selection of educational products including things like an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-38-kids-easels.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart easel for kids\u003c\/a\u003e and kid's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esafety scissors\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086131737,"sku":"A1013","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Now-Playing1.jpg?v=1522781585"},{"product_id":"making-use-of-prints-in-the-toddler-classroom-a1016","title":"Toddler Handprint and Footprint Bulletin Board Idea \u0026 Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Toddler Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Toddler Footprints Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ToddlerBulletinBoardIdea.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: grademyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis toddler teacher decided that the constant finger and hand prints found throughout her classroom were something to celebrate not get frustrated with. Capitalizing on her students' eagerness to get \"dirty\" (and to put their hands on everything!),  she designed this endearing board that features their best hand and footprints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand \u0026amp; Footprint Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Little Toddler Hands Wave Hi... As Little Toddler Feet Walk Bye, Bye, Bye\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alphabet, helping hands, or other colorful kids-themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse your students' projects. Take one day to create hand prints in bright primary colors, being sure to record the child's date and age on the back for parents, then set aside time to create footprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhile your toddlers may not always recognize that their work decorates the walls, their parents will surely enjoy seeing it displayed! The best part is, these art projects are sure to become instant keepsakes when sent home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat are the key elements to decorating a toddler classroom? We'd love to hear your thoughts so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eGet all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e from one place, our online store mpmSchoolSupplies.com! We offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-67-mathematics.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emath teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086393881,"sku":"A1016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ToddlerBulletinBoardIdea.jpg?v=1522781586"},{"product_id":"advertising-classroom-jobs-through-want-ads-a1017","title":"Advertising Classroom Jobs Through Want Ads Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-204 \" title=\"Help Wanted Bulletin Board\" alt=\"Back to School Classroom Management Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Help-Wanted-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: forums.atozteacherstuff.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassroom jobs are a great way to get your students involved, instill a sense of pride in the classroom, and delegate some of the time-consuming tasks busy teachers can't fit into their schedule. Miss Amy, a fifth grade teacher from Arkansas and avid member of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/forums.atozteacherstuff.com\/showthread.php?t=65153\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff Forums\u003c\/a\u003e, decided to put a new spin on this classroom management, offering up want ads for open classroom positions providing students with a descriptive list of the jobs that needed to be taken care of and allowing them to volunteer for the ones that fit their skill sets and interests. The best part is, the board is simple to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHelp Wanted Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classified ad section of your local newspaper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Help Wanted\" or \"Classroom Classifieds\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain black bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e On white card stock carefully script or use word processing software to print the job titles you wish to have filled (i.e. Substitute Liaison, Clutter Controller, Librarian, Lunch Box Carrier, etc.). Add a construction paper border to match. On a separate piece of card stock script or print how many positions are available, how long the position will be, and a short description of the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you still need to make certain that each student participates, provide them with \"application\" forms to turn in during the first week of school. Have each student list their top three job choices and explain why they feel most qualified for these positions. Carefully explain that you'll be assigning positions on a first-come first-served basis, but as you plan out the school year job chart, be sure each student gets to complete at least one job they requested. Not only will this give your students a look into the \"real world\", it will give them a sense of pride and responsibility in keeping the classroom running efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat's \u003c\/em\u003eyour \u003cem\u003etake on classroom jobs? Should they be assigned or chosen by the student? Do you think they should be mandatory or voluntary? Leave us a comment with your thoughts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-34-teacher-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and classroom needs at our online store, MPM \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchool Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. We have an incredible selection of products, great prices, and impeccable customer service!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086426649,"sku":"A1017","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Help-Wanted-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781587"},{"product_id":"in-this-class-youre-a-special-piece-of-the-puzzle-a1018","title":"In This Class, You're A Special Piece of the Puzzle! Welcome Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-211 \" title=\"Welcome Puzzle Board\" alt=\"Welcome Back to School Puzzle Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Welcome-Puzzle-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: griffiesgrowth.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery teacher wants to make their new students feel like a special part of the class! Susan Griffies, a third grade teacher in Central Florida and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/griffiesgrowth.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/mommys-3rd-grade-classroom-2008-09.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGriffies Growth\u003c\/a\u003e, does just that with her back-to-school puzzle bulletin board! As each student becomes a piece of the colorful puzzle, Ms. Griffies assures her students that they \"fit right in\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eBack-to-School Puzzle Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Welcome to ____________! (e.g. Kindergarten, 3rd Grade, etc.) You Fit Right In!\" or \"In This Class, You're A Special Piece of the Puzzle!\" - Susan adds extra \"pizazz\" to her title by using letters with fun, poppin' patterns!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puzzle piece bulletin board border or a bright, coordinating solid color bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchase prefabricated puzzle pieces or create your own from vibrant colored card stock. Write the names of your students on the pieces then fit them together in a visually stimulating pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis back-to-school bulletin board may be simple, but it's quite effective! It'll add a great contrast of dark and vibrant color to your classroom wall, assure your new students that they have a special place in your classroom, and provide a fun theme for back-to-school decorations and activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to know how you welcome your students back to school! Leave us a comment about your welcome board designs, overall themes, etc!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epreschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, or to replenish your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool art supply\u003c\/a\u003e cabinet? Check out our online school supply store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086819865,"sku":"A1018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Welcome-Puzzle-Board.jpg?v=1522781589"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-bee-activity-welcome-board-a2186","title":"Back-To-School Bee Activity \u0026 Welcome Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a fun bee-themed activity and back-to-school welcome board idea from Sandy at Moments of Mommyhood!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome Bulletin Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-217-bulletin-board-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Look Who's Buzzing To _______________ (e.g. Kindergarten, Third Grade, etc.)! Welcome To The Hive!\" or \"________________ (e.g. Mrs. Hartman's, etc.) Busy Bees!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightly colored honeycomb garland or summer-themed \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-135-bulletin-board-borders.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Use brown and green bulletin board paper to create a fun summer tree on one side of your bulletin board. 2) The Hive. Draw and cut out a bee hive from light brown bulletin board paper or recycled card board. This should be \"hung\" from one of the tree branches. 3) The Extras. Add in touches of summer with fringed green bulletin board paper for grass, bird\/butterfly cut outs, flowers, etc. 4) The Bees. Use your students first day creations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Day Bee Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery student loves a fun, messy first day of school activity. Before beginning, you'll need to gather white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e, yellow and black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e, shallow dishes, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e, and black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola® markers\u003c\/a\u003e (and supplies for a clean-up station!). Have your students paint one foot with yellow paint and make a print in the center of their card stock. While they clean up, set the paper aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the paint has set, invite your students to paint several stripes onto their bee \"bodies\" with black tempera paint. Once this has dried, add wings, antennae, and a face and you're finished! Have your students write their name on their bee and give them a piece of sticky tack so they can place it on the welcome bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e_mls.push(['Bee-Footprints','http:\/\/momentsofmommyhood.blogspot.com\/2010\/08\/foot-print-bumble-bees.html']);\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" onclick=\"return goTop('Bee-Footprints');\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMoments of Mommyhood: Footprint Bumble Bees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086852633,"sku":"A2186","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"types-of-bulletin-boards-used-in-the-classroom-a2188","title":"Types of Bulletin Boards Used in the Classroom","description":"\u003cp\u003eBulletin boards can be used not only for classroom decoration, but as an essential tool for classroom communication; between teachers and students as well as teachers and parents, staff, visitors, or volunteers. There are four main types or categories of bulletin boards that can (and should) be utilized in the classroom including child-created, decorative, conceptual, and interactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChild-created bulletin boards\u003c\/strong\u003e are an effective tool used in the display of student’s work—art projects, writing prompts, science projects, etc. The children feel a sense of pride, seeing their work displayed and knowing they helped to create the bulletin board, while parents and visitors can enjoy seeing the childrens' work and learning what has been going on in the classroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative bulletin boards\u003c\/strong\u003e are used to add color and aesthetics to the classroom. In many cases, these are themed boards, following the seasons, holidays, or other areas of interest. Many supply sites, such as MPM School Supplies, offer themed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/bulletin-board-sets\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board sets\u003c\/a\u003e that can be recycled from year to year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConceptual bulletin boards\u003c\/strong\u003e compliment the subjects being taught in the classroom or give more information on subjects that are found to be of interest to the students. These boards are designed to illustrate concepts using pictures wherein the visual representation helps students to understand the concept more fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInteractive bulletin boards\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to get the children involved. Made of materials that are moveable\/hands-on, these boards, when developmentally appropriate, can help the formation of: students’ eye-hand coordination skills, visual discrimination skills, left-to-right discrimination skills, one-to-one correspondence skills, problem-solving skills, letter recognition, numerical recognition, color recognition and small muscle coordination skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086918169,"sku":"A2188","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"making-things-egg-citing-a1019","title":"Making Things \"Egg-Citing\"! 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Use it as a way to keep track of things learned throughout a particular lesson or unit, help students stay informed by using it as a \"classroom happenings\" board, or even use it as a welcome board, adding pictures and student \"data\" to help your students get to know each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEgg Themed Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Egg-Citing Things Are Hatching in _____________ (e.g. Second Grade, Preschool, Math, etc.)\", \"Egg-Citing Things Are Happening in (e.g. Second Grade, Our Classroom, etc.)\", or \"Get To Know Our Egg-Citing ______________ (e.g. Second Graders, Preschoolers, etc.)\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mrs. Naylor used strips of bulletin board paper to create a fun, layered, complimentary border. You could also use plain trimmers or an egg- or chicken-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The eggs. Create a pattern, trace and cut egg shapes from sheets of white card stock. If creating a fact board, write a date at the top of each egg, staple to the board, and have your students help you fill in what they've learned each day. For a classroom happenings board, write events, dates, and times on each individual egg. If creating a welcome board, place a student's name at the top of each egg, add their picture from the previous school year, and create questions with blanks to be filled in by the student on the first day of class (e.g. \"My favorite color is ________\", \"I have ___ siblings\", \"My favorite subject is _______\", etc.). 2) The Extras. Mrs. Naylor added a joke \"skillet\" where the class got \"all cracked up\". This could be a great way of giving the students a \"silly\" break between particularly hard lessons. If you feel inclined to add extra themed elements, try adding straw beneath the eggs to act as a nest, create a barn\/chicken coop, or even add a chicken to the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis board offers so much versatility. Do you have any boards that, with a quick change, could be used for something else entirely? We'd love to hear about them! Leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online school supply store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can get \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e up to 70% off retail! We offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational rugs\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool glue\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087016473,"sku":"A1019","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Egg-Citing-Happenings.jpg?v=1522781590"},{"product_id":"look-whos-poppin-welcome-board-a1020","title":"\"Look Who's Poppin'!\" Welcome Back-to-School Popcorn Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-221   \" title=\"Look Who's Poppin\" alt=\"Welcome Back to School Popcorn Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Look-Whos-Poppin1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's just something about fluffy pieces of white popped corn that screams - \"This is gonna be fun!\" Maybe it's the reminder of the movie theater, memories of stringing it together for the family Christmas tree, or even recollections of stale popcorn at school sporting events, but somehow it seems to evoke excitement and anticipation. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\/Bulletin%20board%20ideas.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Naylor\u003c\/a\u003e does a wonderful job creating just those emotions with this popcorn swathed welcome bulletin board idea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePopcorn Welcome Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Look Who's Poppin' Into _____________ (e.g. Second Grade, Kindergarten, etc.)!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain yellow wavy trimmer or popcorn bulletin border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Popcorn Bag: Create the bag shape from red bulletin board paper. Add vertical strips of white bulletin board paper to create stripes and create a bag label. Mrs. Naylor used computer software to create a red oval and red lettering reading \"Mrs. Naylor's Class\". You could just as well draw a red oval (or shape of your choice) onto an 8.5\" x 11\" sheet of white card stock and print your desired wording. 2) The Popcorn. Popcorn kernels are far from uniform so no precise templates need to be made. Just freehand these fluffy shapes onto white construction paper or white poster board, add yellow \"butter\" marks with marker on some of the rounded edges if desired, cut them out, and write individual student names on each. Place these kernels \"in\" your striped popcorn bag and scattered around the sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just \u003c\/em\u003eone\u003cem\u003e fun idea for welcoming your students back to school. We'd love to hear about your favorite back-to-school bulletin boards, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can find all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool craft supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087180313,"sku":"A1020","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Look-Whos-Poppin1.jpg?v=1522781591"},{"product_id":"sports-themed-classroom-helper-board-a1021","title":"Baseball Themed Classroom Helper Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-227  \" title=\"We All Pitch In\" alt=\"Classroom Management Baseball Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/We-All-Pitch-In.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn every classroom there are jobs and duties that students can complete to give \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e a break and also to inspire them to take ownership of the room. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\/Bulletin%20board%20ideas.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Naylor\u003c\/a\u003e has created an adorable baseball-themed classroom helper board that will help you stay organized and add a splash of color to your classroom walls! With this bulletin board, your students are sure to \"pitch in\" where you need them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBaseball-Themed Helper Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eGreen bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We All Pitch In In _______________ (e.g. Kindergarten, Second Grade, etc.)\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sports-themed bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Baseball Diamond. On light brown bulletin board paper construction paper, draw a fan shape, modifying the lower corner to create a circle instead of a point. Mrs. Naylor cut a diamond out of the center of the fan to create a \"grassy\" infield when placed on top of the green background, but this is optional. If you should choose to cut the center out, also create a second, smaller circle to be placed in the middle of the cutout as the pitcher's mound.  From white card stock or white construction paper, make home plate, the three bases, long thin strips to act as the baseline, and a small thin rectangle as an accent for the pitcher's mound. When the pieces are properly placed, glue them together and place the entire baseball field in the middle of your bulletin board. 2) The Baseball Gloves. You will need as many gloves as you have duties for your students to complete. Either purchase prefabricated glove cutouts, draw and trace your own, or use computer clip art to print and cut glove shapes onto brown construction paper. Label each glove with a different classroom job and arrange them around the baseball field on the bulletin board. 3) The Baseballs. Purchase prefabricated baseball cutouts or create your own using white card stock and a red marker (laces). Write individual student names on each baseball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the school year, whoever has volunteered or been assigned a certain classroom job, place their baseball in the designated glove. This is a cute idea that your students are sure to love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e assign student helpers? Let us know by leaving a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store, MPM School Supplies, where you can get everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-447-daycare-cribs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edaycare cribs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids pretend play\u003c\/a\u003e toys!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087278617,"sku":"A1021","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/We-All-Pitch-In.jpg?v=1522781592"},{"product_id":"cupcake-birthday-wall-a1022","title":"Cupcake Birthday Wall Preschool \u0026 Kindergarten Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bulletinboardideas.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/12\/files\/2010\/09\/IMG_1214.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cupcake Wall\" class=\" wp-image-250 aligncenter\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1214-e1284062511710.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the budget is tight already it's hard to splurge for those prefabricated birthday posters and wall kits. Here's an inexpensive way to create your own birthday board that still packs a colorful punch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCupcake pattern ( \u0026amp; )\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 sheets of pink construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 sheets of yellow construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted colors of construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashable school glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-tipped markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStep-By-Step Instructions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreating the Cupcake Tops:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the pattern, trace twelve cupcake tops onto pink construction paper, one for each month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a pink fine-tipped marker to outline the cupcake tops and create 'icing swirls'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut out each cupcake top and use a fine-tipped black marker to write the names of the months in the center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-236\" alt=\"Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1198.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-237\" alt=\"Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1200.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-238\" alt=\"Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1202.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreating the Cupcake Bottoms:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat the tracing process with yellow construction paper and an orange fine-tipped marker to create the bottom of the cupcake; one for each month. Remember to leave excess construction paper so there is something to glue the tops to!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-245\" alt=\"Step 4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1204.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-248\" alt=\"Step 6\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_12081.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreating the Candles \u0026amp; Adding The Finishing Touches:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree-handed, or creating and tracing a template, make a candle for each child in the class using assorted colors of construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a fine-tipped black marker to write each student's name on a candle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a line of Elmer's glue onto the extra construction paper of the cupcake bottom and fasten the two cupcake pieces together. Hold in place for a few seconds to give the glue a little time to set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch each student's candle to their birthday month cupcake and glue together as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-247\" alt=\"Step 5\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1212.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCupcake Birthday Wall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Look Who's Having A Birthday in _________________ (Kindergarten, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc.)!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant solid trimmer or birthday-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cupcakes previously created.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this birthday classroom decoration may take more work than prefabricated classroom posters and wall kits, it will certainly save on precious resources and provide a dynamic splash of color to your classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734087573529,"sku":"A1022","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/IMG_1214-e1284062511710.jpg?v=1522781594"},{"product_id":"nothing-says-welcome-like-crayola-a1024","title":"Nothing Says \"Welcome\" Like Crayola! Colorful Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-267 \" alt=\"Back to School Crayon Welcome Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Crayon-Welcome-Door.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: SignUpGenius.com | Leigh Tinney\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to say \"welcome back!\" in the early childhood classroom? Use this Crayola® themed door decoration designed and created by Mrs. Tinney and Mrs. Armentrout! Nothing says \"back-to-school\" like a new box of crayons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrayola Crayon Door Decoration or Bulletin Board\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinney and Armentrout decided not to paper the door, but you could cover the door or bulletin board with black bulletin board paper for brilliant contrast or any bright shade of bulletin board background paper to go along with the Crayola theme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Get Ready For A COLORFUL Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinney and Armentrout decided not to add a border to the door decoration, but if you're creating a bulletin board you could add a brightly patterned trimmer, a crayon themed bulletin border, or even line the board with individual crayon shapes in assorted colors (smaller than the name crayons).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Crayon Box. Find a large gift box (ones designed to hold bulky winter coats) or create a custom \"box\" by taping individual pieces of cardboard together. Use yellow, green, and light green bulletin board paper to cover the box with the traditional Crayola® design. Tinney and Armentrout decided not to include the crayon \"window\" because they wanted it to appear as if the box were tipped on its side and all the crayons had fallen out. Green bulletin board paper and traceable letters work great for the Crayola label at the top or you could use green tempera paint to script the letters by hand. Red and white construction paper work great for the rest of the box labels. Once again, you could also choose to use white paint on red paper to create customer lettering. 2) The Name Crayons. Create a crayon template from card stock. Trace the shape onto assorted colors of card stock or construction paper using a black permanent marker or paint to create the detailing. You might also be able to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that could then be printed onto colored card stock then cut out. Use a black permanent marker to write the names of your new students on individual crayons. Make sure to create one for yourself as well!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the fun things about returning to school is the promise of new art supplies. Carry that excitement into the classroom with this imaginative Crayola® themed welcome board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you used popular children's themes for your back-to-school decorations? We'd love to hear your ideas so leave us a comment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cdel\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FOR TEACHERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board was a submission to SignUpGenius' Back-To-School Bulletin Board Contest where one lucky teacher will win a $250 Walmart gift card to help with the cost of classroom supplies. Here's how it works, go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/contest\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e and:\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eUpload your classroom bulletin board picture.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe first 20 entries will win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eHave your classroom students and parents “vote” for your board (one vote per day per household allowed).\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe Bulletin board with the most votes through 9\/20\/10 wins a $250 Walmart gift card for classroom \"back to school\" supplies!\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlthough the contest is now closed, be sure to check out how \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e can help you organize classroom parties, teacher groups, and much much more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087835673,"sku":"A1024","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Crayon-Welcome-Door.jpg?v=1522781595"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-footprint-fun-a1025","title":"Back-To-School Footprint Fun Bulletin Board Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-276   \" alt=\"Back to School Inspirational Preschool Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: SignUpGenius.com | Tamara Armentrout\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to promote a positive learning environment is to find ways to incorporate positive messages in your classroom displays and bulletin boards. For Mrs. Armentrout and Mrs. Tinney, this means capturing the excitement of the first week of school and using it to \"jump right in\" to learning with an attitude of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFootprint Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We've Jumped Right In With Both Feet!\" or \"We've Jumped Right In For A Successful School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armentrout and Tinney used a solid black wavy trimmer, but you might also consider adding a brightly pattered border or colored trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure out the amount of white bulletin board paper needed to cover the board, cut and tape it together creating a large \"mural\". Provide your students with shallow dishes of paint in assorted colors and paint brushes, instructing them take turns painting their bare feet and creating a print around the edges of the paper. Have your students use a black permanent marker to write their name under their footprints then set the \"mural\" aside to dry. When the paint has completely dried, attach the paper to the bulletin board, add the title letters and border, and you'll have a fun and positive classroom decoration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost students like getting \"messy\" for art. We'd love to know how\u003c\/em\u003e you\u003cem\u003e use your students hand- and footprints around the classroom so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cdel\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FOR TEACHERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board was a submission to SignUpGenius' Back-To-School Bulletin Board Contest where one lucky teacher will win a $250 Walmart gift card to help with the cost of classroom supplies. Here's how it works, go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/contest\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius.com\u003c\/a\u003e and:\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eUpload your classroom bulletin board picture.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe first 20 entries will win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eHave your classroom students and parents “vote” for your board (one vote per day per household allowed).\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe Bulletin board with the most votes through 9\/20\/10 wins a $250 Walmart gift card for classroom \"back to school\" supplies!\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlthough the contest is now closed, be sure to check out how \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e can help you organize classroom parties, teacher groups, and much much more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087966745,"sku":"A1025","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg?v=1522781596"},{"product_id":"tropical-toucan-welcome-board-a1023","title":"Tropical Toucan Welcome Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Toucan-Welcome-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Toucan Welcome Back to School Bulletin Board Idea\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: SignUpGenious.com | Stacy McNair\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant board with inspiring messages are just the way to welcome your students at the start of a new and exciting school year! Kindergarten teacher, Stacy McNair, achieved just that with her tropical toucan welcome board. Through the use of vibrant colors she creates an exciting learning environment, by incorporating student names and handmade crafts she nurtures a sense of pride and belonging, and by tying it all together with positive tag line she promotes an excitement to learn and succeed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eToucan Welcome Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"One can... \"Toucan\"... We all can!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003eTropical themed bulletin borders or leafy green vines. You can purchase fake greenery at your local craft store or make your own vines from green construction paper or card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Tree. Using crumbled paper bags or brown bulletin board paper, form a three-dimensional tree trunk and branches in the center of the bulletin board. Add more fake greenery or construction paper vines and leaves to the tree branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Underbrush. Use fake fern fronds purchased at your local craft store to create 'bushes' at the base of the tree or create your own using green construction paper or card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Toucans. Create a toucan template from heavy card stock. Have your students cut out each template piece then trace it on the appropriate color of construction paper. You'll need the following colors: black, white, yellow, orange, red, green, and blue. Provide students with glue sticks and invite them to assemble the colorful toucan pieces. When finished, provide each student with an adhesive label, instructing them to neatly pen their name and attach the label to the toucan craft. When the glue has had time to adhere, arrange your students' toucan crafts on and around the tree branches. McNair also suggests making a larger toucan to sit among the others for visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eUPDATE {June 3, 2013}:\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA year after this post was published, we were asked if Stacy might have a template for the toucans that she was willing to share. We didn't hear back in time, so we made a toucan template ourselves! To grab a copy of the toucan template, simply add the item to your cart below. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Toucan-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"Tropical Back to School Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcNair's tropical welcome bulletin board reminds us that back-to-school decorations can be more than just nice to look at - they can set the tone for the entire school year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you\u003c\/strong\u003e welcome your students to class? We'd love for you to leave us a comment describing your back-to-school decor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cdel\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FOR TEACHERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board was a submission to SignUpGenius' Back-To-School Bulletin Board Contest where one lucky teacher will win a $250 Walmart gift card to help with the cost of classroom supplies. Here's how it works, go to \u003ca data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/contest\"\u003eSignUpGenius.com\u003c\/a\u003e and:\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eUpload your classroom bulletin board picture.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe first 20 entries will win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdel\u003eHave your classroom students and parents “vote” for your board (one vote per day per household allowed)\u003c\/del\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe Bulletin board with the most votes through 9\/20\/10 wins a $250 Walmart gift card for classroom \"back to school\" supplies!\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlthough the contest is now closed, be sure to check out how \u003ca data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e can help you organize classroom parties, teacher groups, and much much more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087999513,"sku":"A1023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Toucan-Welcome-Board.jpg?v=1522781596"},{"product_id":"revealing-an-all-star-roster-a1026","title":"Revealing An \"All-Star\" Roster! 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To replicate Mr. Cayer's design you'll need to start at the top left corner and take the color patterning row by row: 1) Top row = red, white, blue,  2) Row Two = white, blue, red, and 3) Row Three = blue, red, white. Then start the process over until you've covered the entire bulletin board with construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"______________ (Mr. Cayer's, Our Preschool, etc.) All Stars!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mr. Cayer chose not to use a border, but a solid blue or red bulletin board trimmer could also work here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Jerseys. Create a jersey template from card stock. Determine how many of each color you'll need to complete the board remembering that blue jerseys will be placed on the red sheets of construction paper, red jerseys on white, and white jerseys on blue. Trace and cut out a jersey for each student in your class. 2) The Jersey Details. Create a star template from card stock. Determine how many of each color you'll need based on the fact that each jersey should have two stars and the colors should be as follows: red on blue, white on red, and blue on white. Also, using word processing software with a \"WordArt\" feature, create jersey numbers and names. Print these onto colored card stock, cut them out and glue them to their proper jerseys. You'll need to plan ahead of time what color jersey each student will have so that you can follow the following color pattern when printing their names\/numbers: white lettering on blue jerseys, blue lettering on red jerseys, and red lettering on white jerseys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe directions may seem a bit complicated, but if you ever lose track of the correct color patterns, refer to the picture of Mr. Cayer's board. Additionally, it will be of great benefit if you sketch out your own board, student names and numbers included, so that you have a \"pattern\" to work off of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think about this board, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-34-teacher-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and educational toys like pretend \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplay food sets\u003c\/a\u003e at up to 70% off retail!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088228889,"sku":"A1026","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/All-Star-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781598"},{"product_id":"we-are-jumping-into-fall-a1027","title":"We Are Jumping Into Fall! 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Provide your students with washable markers in fall colors (e.g. yellow, red, orange, green, and brown) and invite them to color the paper towel or coffee filter leaves. Encourage them to explore patterning and color mixing as they design each leaf. When finished, place the leaves on a newspaper covered surface, prepare a spray bottle with clean water, and spritz them with water. Your students will be excited to see that, as the water soaks into the leaves, the colors spread and mingle creating a tie dye effect! Let the leaves dry overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace and cut leaves from watercolor paper. Provide your students with watercolor paint and kids paint brushes, inviting them to paint colorful fall leaves. Set aside overnight to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn sheets of card stock, use a marker and the fall leave templates as a measuring tool to create several small boxes. Provide your students with old magazines and invite them to cut out swatches of fall colors (reds, yellows, oranges, greens, and browns). With a glue stick or a bottle of Elmer's school glue and a paint brush, instruct your students to collage these magazine pieces in the squares on their card stock. Set aside to dry. When the glue has set, have your students use the fall leaf templates to trace and cut out leaves from the collaged squares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may even consider having your students complete each of these crafts throughout the week and then using all of them to create the bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We Are Jumping Into Fall!\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Are Jumping Into Fall!\" or \"______________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Our Preschoolers, etc.) Are Jumping Into Fall!\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the border plain or consider adding a fall leaf trimmer, solid fall-colored border, or continuing the leaf\/acorn cutouts around the edge as a mock border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Squirrel. Tape several pieces of white construction paper together and use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a squirrel onto the paper. If you don’t want to mess with a projector, you can also freehand it. Use markers, paint, or oil pastels to color the squirrel and add detailing. Place the squirrel in the center of the board. 2) The Leaves. Use your students fall leaf crafts. Make a large pile at the bottom of the bulletin board and place several others around the board to create an illusion of leaves eddying down from the trees. 3) The Other Details. Think about adding acorn and pine cone cut outs to complete the fall scene. You could create templates from card stock, tracing them onto brown construction paper or card stock, or you might be able to find a black and white clip-art image online or through your word processing software that could be printed onto colored card stock then cut out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis board will remind your students of the fun that autumn brings! We'd love to hear how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e decorate for fall so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. Whether you need \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehomeschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, or pretty much any other educational supplies, we've got you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088589337,"sku":"A1027","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/8-squirrel.jpg?v=1522781600"},{"product_id":"planes-trains-automobiles-a1028","title":"Planes, Trains, \u0026 Automobiles! Preschool Craft \u0026 Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Planes, Trains, \u0026amp; Automobiles\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-317\" alt=\"Plains Trains and Automobiles Transportation Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-planes-trains-and-automobiles.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun bulletin board display to go along with your preschool transportation unit? Not only will this vibrant design give you a chance to show off your students' artwork, it will help reinforce the concepts learned in class!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePlanes, Trains, \u0026amp; Automobiles! Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sake of time (and attention spans!), it’s usually best to divide the crafts for this bulletin board into several days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 1: Planes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning the craft, download the simple plane template below and use it to trace and cut out the plane pieces from brightly colored card stock or construction paper. Let your student pick their favorite combination of colors and use glue sticks to assemble the planes. Help them script their name along the wings and provide them with stickers, glitter, and other craft embellishments for them to decorate with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Having your students trace and cut out their own pieces would be a great way to build fine motor skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 2: Trains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint out the simple train template below onto heavy card stock. Cut out the entire train outline and use this to trace and cut out train shapes from sheets of craft foam in assorted colors (e.g. blue, green, yellow, red, etc.). After creating enough train engines, one for each student in the class, cut out the wheels and use the circles to trace and cut train wheels from sheets of black craft foam. You'll need two train wheels for each child in the class. Allow your students to choose their engine and collect their wheels, then use foam glue to secure the wheels to the train. Provide sticky-back foam letters and shapes, as well as washable markers, craft glitter, and other embellishments for decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 3: Automobiles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind a race car coloring page or a black and white clip-art print online and make card stock copies (one for each child in the classroom). Provide your students with markers, colored pencils, washable paint, crayons, and other graphic art materials and invite them to decorate their race cars. Present them with a stack of card stock in assorted colors and invite them to choose a complimentary border for their creation. Encourage them to use regular scissors (or specialized craft scissors) to create an interesting border shape (i.e. fringe, jagged lines, wavy lines, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePlanes, Trains, \u0026amp; Automobiles! Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planes, Trains, \u0026amp; Automobiles!\" or \"___________________ (Mrs. Nelson's Class Is, Our Preschoolers Are) Racing Through The Transportation Unit!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Car themed bulletin board border or bright solid trimmer. You might also consider creating \"wheels\" from black and yellow construction paper, black and white racing flags, or common road signs as a transportation themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students crafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think about the bulletin board! What would you keep? What would you change? \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734088687641,"sku":"A1028","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1-planes-trains-and-automobiles.jpg?v=1522781601"},{"product_id":"fall-ing-in-love-a1029","title":"\"FALL-ing In Love...\" Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-330 aligncenter\" title=\"Falling In Love With Toddler 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-tree-falling-in-love2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree with Leaves Preschool or Kindergarten Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's that time of year when green gives way to brilliant reds, golds, oranges, and browns! Bring some of those festive autumn tones into your classroom with this cute, leaf themed bulletin board idea that will have you \"FALL-ing\" in love with the season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Leaf Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the creator of this bulletin board decided to use a leaf template and colored construction paper to make the leaves, you may want to get your students involved in the process as well! Here are a few fun leaf crafts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students trace and cut out their hand prints from brightly colored card stock or construction paper and use these as the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom a fall leaf template, create card stock leaves (make sure that they are bigger than your students' hands). Assist students in making hand prints on these card stock leaf shapes using tempera paint in fall tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with card stock leaves, washable paint, and sponges, inviting them to color and texture the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Tree Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fadeless black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"FALL-ing In Love With ________________ (Autumn, Toddler 2, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc.)\" or \"________________ (Toddler 2, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc.) is FALL-ing in Love With ________________ (Autumn, Reading, etc.)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid color trimmer in a fall color or a leaf themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Create a three-dimensional effect using crumbled paper bags or brown bulletin board paper or create a two-dimensional tree shape using brown bulletin board paper or taping sheets of brown construction paper together. You'll need a trunk and several branches. 2) The Leaves. Create your own leaves from templates and colored card stock, or use your students' creations. Make sure to pen each student's name on their leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've found that keeping your bulletin board displays simple, saves time and resources while still packing a punch! Doubly so if you have your \u003cem\u003estudents\u003c\/em\u003e create the artwork needed! We'd love to hear what you think so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can get everything you need for your classroom. Whether you need to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebuy construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or educational toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etoy food\u003c\/a\u003e, we have it all!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088753177,"sku":"A1029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3-tree-falling-in-love2.jpg?v=1522781601"},{"product_id":"toaster-themed-welcome-board-a1030","title":"Toaster-Themed Welcome Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-337 aligncenter\" title=\"Preschoolers Are Pupping Up Everywhere!\" alt=\"Welcome Back to School Preschool Toaster Classroom Management Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/11-toaster.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your back-to-school themed decorations are probably safely tucked away in storage boxes for next year, it's always a good idea to keep an \"Inspiration\" folder full of new ideas for the years to come. McKinley Early Childhood preschool teacher and creator of this \"tasty\" bulletin board, starts the school year off right with a unit on nutrition and the importance of keeping our bodies healthy and strong, designing her back-to-school boards to compliment this important theme. Reminding students to eat a healthy breakfast for sharp morning minds, this toaster welcome board is always a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eToaster Welcome Board Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring her first lesson on how students can prepare for preschool each morning, Ms. Keisha has her students cut out and color a piece of toast. While you could certainly use crayons, here are some other fun ways to complete this craft!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour washable brown finger paint into shallow bowls and invite your students to color away!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse actual slices of bread to \"sponge\" paint the toast cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive students shallow bowls of breakfast cereal and washable school glue like Elmer's, inviting students to collage the toast cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your student with magazine cutouts of healthy breakfast foods and have students paste their favorite breakfast onto their cutout (if they can't find their favorites, invite them to use graphic art tools to draw the meal).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to use glue and brown sugar to create a fun, sensory experience and exciting piece of toast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eToaster Welcome Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper (or another vibrant color).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Preschoolers Are Popping Up Everywhere!\" or \"Look Who Popped Into Preschool\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid trimmer or a colorful themed-trimmer (e.g. colorful hands border, fruit or vegetable bordette, health\/fitness trimmer, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Toaster. Tape several pieces of gray construction paper together and use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a toaster onto the paper. If you don’t want to mess with a projector, you can also freehand it. It isn’t terribly difficult. 2) The Toast. Use your students' crafts. Be sure to add their name (on the craft or beside it on the board) and a picture that they bring in from home or take in class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhile this was originally used as a welcome board, you might also consider making a smaller version to use as an attendance board where students put up and remove their piece of toast each day as they check in and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can save up to 70% off on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-34-teacher-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher classroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture and equipment\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088884249,"sku":"A1030","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/11-toaster.jpg?v=1522781602"},{"product_id":"were-hooked-on-our-class-a1031","title":"We're \"Hooked\" On Our Class Fish Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-344\" title=\"We're \" hooked on our alt=\"Welcome Elementary Fish Themed Bulletin Board idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bulletin-Board-Pic.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a teacher's time is precious (and very limited at times!), it is important that bulletin board decorations offer versatility and, if called for, easily modified to fit a new purpose. This fish-themed display provides just that! Use it to add color to the classroom and remind students that they're an integral part of the learning environment, as the creator does, or with a simple title change, use it to excite your students about new classroom themes or units (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class Is \"Hooked\" On Reading!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFish Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the creator of this bulletin board chose to design the fish decorations themselves, it can also be fun to get your students involved! Here are a few ways to spice up craft time with fish crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate fish cutouts using a black and white clip art image or a coloring page printed onto card stock. You could also freehand a template to trace onto card stock (these will be less detailed and will allow your students a bit more creative freedom), then:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a fish cutout, shallow bowls of tempera paint, and a small section of bubble wrap. Invite them to create multicolored (scaly!) fish with bubble wrap prints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet out shallow containers of school glue, paint brushes, and small, multicolored fish tank pebbles. Encourage your students to cover their fish cutouts with glue (using the paint brushes) then add the fun, sensory stones. Consider talking about patterning, complimentary colors, or even warm\/cold colors!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare several large bowls with art tissue paper \"scales\" in an assortment of bright colors. Invite your students to collage their fish cutouts with these pieces. (NOTE: These fish collages would look nice using colorfully patterned crafting or scrapbook papers too!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe're \"Hooked\" On Our Class Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"We're 'Hooked' On our Class\" or \"Our Class is 'Hooked' on _________________ (e.g. Reading, Science, etc.)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an under-the-sea themed border or a solid orange trimmer. You might also consider continuing the bubbles around the outside of the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Fish. Use your students' creations. 2) The Fishing Pole. Purchase a long bamboo stick from your local craft store or tightly roll a long piece of brown bulletin board paper to create a fishing pole. Use thick colored yarn for the fishing lines and cut out hooks from gray construction paper or fashion them from gray duct tape. 3) The Bubbles. Cut circles of various sizes from white construction paper or computer paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer an incredible selection of products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epreschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-51-classroom-tables.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom tables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-91-classroom-chairs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom chairs\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play dress up\u003c\/a\u003e costumes!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088982553,"sku":"A1031","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bulletin-Board-Pic.jpg?v=1522781603"},{"product_id":"birthdays-are-popping-up-all-year-a1032","title":"Birthdays Are Popping Up All Year! Popcorn Birthday Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-349 aligncenter\" title=\"Birthdays Are Popping Up All Year!\" alt=\"Popcorn Birthday Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/9-popcorn.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom welcome boards and back-to-school displays to birthday walls and classroom management boards, it seems that popcorn themed decorations have become a huge hit in the early childhood classroom! If you're looking to overhaul your birthday wall, here's how you can make it \"pop\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePopcorn Birthday Wall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Birthdays Are Popping Up All Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The creator decided to leave the display without a border, but we recommend adding \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e type of bulletin board trimmer to help tie everything together. Consider choosing a plain wavy trimmer in yellow or another complimentary color, carry on the theme with a popcorn bulletin border, string actual pieces of popcorn together to create a fun garland, or design a custom border using small card stock cutouts of popcorn pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Popcorn Bags. Create a simple popcorn bag shape (traditional popcorn bags are narrower at the base and get wider as they approach the top edge which features a zig-zagged edge). Use this to trace and cut out twelve popcorn bags from white card stock. With strips of red construction paper or card stock, create stripes on the bags. Script the months of the year on yellow construction paper labels and glue these to the bags. 2) The Popcorn. Create a simple popcorn shape in two sizes. Use these to trace and cut out popcorn pieces from yellow and white card stock. Pen the name of each student onto a cutout, then match the student popcorn pieces to their proper birthday month and fill in the rest of the bag with the extra popcorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFun Extensions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis board would be spectacular as a three-dimensional display - just adapt the directions for our previous post, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1020\/look-whos-poppin-welcome-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"Look Who's Poppin'\" Welcome Board\u003c\/a\u003e! To label the birthdays, create a simple popcorn shape and use this to trace and cut popcorn cutouts. Label these with student names, decorate the cutout border with actual popcorn pieces, then glue them to a toothpick and stick them in the appropriate popcorn bag! This birthday wall will require a bit more work, but adds a fun, realistic touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry the popcorn theme into birthday celebrations. Since popcorn is usually equated with movies, give the birthday boy or girl the \"red carpet treatment\". Extend the birthday wall to include a \"Star Birthday\" section to be decorated with a picture of the student and information about them (e.g. their favorite food, color, etc.), have special privileges designated only for birthdays, and end with a fun gift - a children's book about popcorn (like Frank Asch's \"Popcorn\") and a bag of microwavable popcorn decorated with a fun birthday label. (NOTE: Summer birthdays always present a problem. While it won't be the exactly the same, try using half birthdays for these students or allow each student to pick which day they'd like to have their birthday celebration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to know what inspiration \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e use when celebrating your students' birthdays! Leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, MPM School Supplies. We offer over 25,000 educational products including some of the most popular kid's toys like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma car\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3100-geosafari0174-talking-globe-jr.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGeoSafari Talking Globe Jr\u003c\/a\u003e.!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089113625,"sku":"A1032","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/9-popcorn.jpg?v=1522781603"},{"product_id":"have-a-ball-on-your-birthday-a1033","title":"Have A Ball On Your Birthday! Sports Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-359 aligncenter\" title=\"Have A Ball On Your Birthday!\" alt=\"Sports Themed Birthday Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Have-A-Ball-On-Your-Birthday-e1286218999555.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKids love to be recognized on their birthday! Melanie, experienced early childhood educator and learning center administrator, created this fun sports themed birthday board for their school's main office to help keep students, parents, and staff in the know. While it makes a great hallway display, with one simple adaptation this board could also be used to recognize classroom birthdays in style! Here's how to create your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSports Themed Birthday Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Have A Ball On Your Birthday!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The creator of the bulletin board decided to leave it plain, but you could also use a solid trimmer in a complimentary color or a sports-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Sports Balls. Create several templates from card stock. Melanie created a soccer ball, baseball, basketball, and football, but you could add others (e.g. tennis ball, volleyball, golf ball, etc.). Use the templates to create sports ball cutouts from construction paper or colored card stock. (NOTE: You might also be able to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that could then be printed onto colored card stock and cut out.) Use a permanent marker to write the names and birth dates of your students. 2) The Banner. The banner is super simple to create. Cut several pendant shapes from red and yellow construction paper. Staple them (alternating the colors) along a piece of string or cord to create the illusion of a hanging banner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things fresh and exciting, the office birthday board at Melanie's center usually gets a theme change every season, and sports new displays from year to year, but it could also make a great (permanent!) wall decoration in the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHave you designed any sports themed birthday board? We'd love to hear about them so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where we offer a wide variety \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e.  Whether you are looking for classroom furnishings like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool rugs\u003c\/a\u003e or smaller items like a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-377-teacher-stamps.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher stamp set\u003c\/a\u003e, we have you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089506841,"sku":"A1033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Have-A-Ball-On-Your-Birthday-e1286218999555.jpg?v=1522781606"},{"product_id":"whose-tracks-are-these-a1034","title":"Whose Tracks Are These? Footprint Craft \u0026 Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-364 \" title=\"Whose Tracks Are These - Jacie Feinberg\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Whose-Tracks-Are-These-Jacie-Feinberg.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Interactive Winter Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays and Bulletin Boards | Jacie Feinberg\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cute display by Jacie Feinberg, contributor to the website \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my.att.net\/p\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=281713\u0026amp;ck=\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e, shows that interactive bulletin boards can be fun for kids \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e adults! Pulling from her winter animal unit, Feinberg had her students make their own \"tracks\", then hid each students' picture underneath their footprints and invited parents to guess which prints belonged to their child. Students had a great time creating the board and the use of bright classic colors makes this a great addition to the classroom for any season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Whose Tracks Are These?\" Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover the floor of your crafting area with newspaper or a drop cloth. Set up chairs in a circle around the protected area and set two sheets of white drawing paper at each chair. Have students pick a partner and paint station. With paint brushes and shallow dishes of washable paint in assorted colors, have students take turns painting each others' feet and guiding them to the drawing paper to create footprints. (NOTE: The 'unpainted' should prepare wet and dry paper towels from the washing station to assist their partner in cleaning the paint off.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with large, 12\" x 18\" sheets of construction paper. Have students fold the paper in half (\"hamburger style\"), cut out their dried footprints, and glue them onto the front of the folded paper (fold at the top). Feinberg had students match the construction paper to the paint color which looks fantastic! Inside the construction paper \"folder\", have students glue a picture of themselves and script their name at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhose Tracks Are These? Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Whose Tracks Are These?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain blue scalloped bulletin board trimmer or complimentary patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' creations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great thing about this board is that it gets both students and parents involved! Although, you could also create an animal print board to supplement the theme using this same concept. Print out photos of actual animal tracks for the front then have students flip the construction paper up to find out what animal the prints belong to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think about this board, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply\u003c\/a\u003e store to save on all of your classroom supplies, including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTru-Ray construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-512-classroom-banners.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational classroom banners\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089736217,"sku":"A1034","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Whose-Tracks-Are-These-Jacie-Feinberg.jpg?v=1522781607"},{"product_id":"interactive-bulletin-boards-get-students-involved-a1035","title":"Interactive Bulletin Boards Get Students Involved!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7442\" alt=\"Interactive Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Interactive-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nWhen it comes to classroom decoration, nothing gets students involved like an interactive display! Usually made of materials that move or that provide students with a hands-on experience, when developmentally appropriate, these classroom displays can help the formation of many skills including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-eye coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-to-right discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProblem solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-to-one correspondence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter and number recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall muscle coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachel Stepp, author and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/newsletter.schoolbox.com\/2010\/08\/07\/create-an-interactive-bulletin-board\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Learning Experience\u003c\/a\u003e, suggests capitalizing on these very benefits and gives a wonderful example of how to create an interactive learning \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-441-bulletin-boards-cork-board.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board\u003c\/a\u003e!\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7443\" alt=\"Interactive Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Interactive-BBI-Closeup.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInteractive Bulletin Board Components\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stepp suggests using this component to pre-assess your students knowledge about a subject or unit. Post a fact and invite students to move a clothespin (or other marker) labeled with their name to a \"yes\" or \"no\" column. If you think that students won't want to answer honestly (let's be honest, no one likes to admit that they don't know something), provide unlabeled markers to assess the class \u003cem\u003eoverall\u003c\/em\u003e. If you find that 75% of the class is unfamiliar with a certain topic, then you can be sure to hit that information a bit harder than some of the other material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Questions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Help your students to think about the unit material on a deeper level by posting challenge questions. Provide a pocket containing paper for students to write their answers on and another for their submissions. While participation can be optional, reward students who submit the correct answer. Knowing that there is a reward for correct answers (especially if it's a 'good' prize like a free homework pass or several bonus points) will prompt students to put more time and effort into crafting their answers and, even if they don't end up with the right answers, preparing these written statements will improve writing skills, grammar, problem solving skills, and force them to think about the material being learned!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion of the Day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Craft a review question from the previous day's material and invite students to weigh in. Discussing the question, the different answer selections (if you choose to provide a multiple choice question), and reinforcing learning objectives is a great way to start the morning routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInteractive Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Title each interactive activity you choose to include (e.g. \"Question of the Day\", \"Did You Know?\", etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightly patterned, solid, or themed bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create interactive stations for each activity using brightly colored construction paper and matching pocket folders. For exercises that require students to \"vote\" create sets of markers labeled with student names. Stepp suggests using clothespins that students can clip on the appropriate answer column or craft sticks for students to place in answer envelopes. For durability laminate all pieces and make sure it's easy to change out questions and possible answers. Place a small magnet or Velcro dot at each of the designated question and answer spaces so they can be changed out each week or day. You might also consider finding small clear envelopes that can remain attached to the activity board so that questions and answer selections can be interchanged easily by pulling one piece of paper out and sliding another in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love Stepp's ideas to get students involved in the classroom, but we'd certainly like to hear what you think too so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-98-teacher-resource-books.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching resource books\u003c\/a\u003e, at affordable prices!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090260505,"sku":"A1035","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Interactive-BBI.jpg?v=1522781611"},{"product_id":"a-bushel-full-of-good-workers-a1036","title":"A Bushel Full of Good Workers - Fall Apple Themed Motivational Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-379 aligncenter\" title=\"A Bushel Full Of Good Workers\" alt=\"Apple Themed Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/A-Bushel-Full-Of-Good-Workers.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe verbal and non-verbal messages in your classroom matter. Students need positive messages and reinforcement to build their confidence as learners. Here is a great fall apple themed display designed by Ms. Julie, preschool teacher at McKinley Early Childhood, that not only recognizes the hard work her students do every day, but gives a positive message that if students try their hardest they'll succeed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Bushel Full of Good Workers Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A Bushel Full of Good Workers\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall leaf bulletin border, apple themed trimmer, or a complimentary solid color bordette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Basket. Tape several pieces of brown construction paper together or cut a large piece of brown bulletin board paper and use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a basket onto the paper. You could also freehand the basket if you don't want to mess with the projector. 2) The Apples. Design an apple template from card stock, tracing it to create apples from construction paper in assorted colors (e.g. green, red, yellow). It might also work to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that can be used to print the apple shapes directly onto colored card stock to be cut out. Use a permanent marker to write the names of your new students on individual apples. Arrange the apples in the basket and around the bulletin board display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou \u003cem\u003elet your students know that their hard work is appreciated? We'd love to hear your thoughts so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can get all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational supplies\u003c\/a\u003e including everything from an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational rug\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-62-pretend-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend and play\u003c\/a\u003e toys!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090522649,"sku":"A1036","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/A-Bushel-Full-Of-Good-Workers.jpg?v=1522781612"},{"product_id":"take-wise-cow-nsel-for-a-great-school-year-a1037","title":"Take Wise \"Cow-nsel\" For A Great School Year! 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Use green bulletin board paper on the bottom half of the display to fashion grass and hills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Take Wise \"Cow-nsel\" For A Great School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid red border or blue trimmer or a farm-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Barn. There are several ways you can create the barn. If you're artistic you may just want to free-hand the barn shape onto a piece of white background paper, color it, and cut it out, or draw the shape onto colored construction paper pieces, cut them out, and glue them together. If you're less inclined to draw your own barn, you could purchase a pre-fabricated cutout or find a black and white clip art print on the internet or through your word processing software, using an overhead projector to enlarge the image, then color and cut it out. 2) The Cow. Use one of the same techniques described above to create a cow cutout. 3) The \"Cow-nsel\". Use word processing software or a marker to print your wise sayings onto card stock. Create assorted colored construction paper borders and attach them to the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e help your students remember important advice? Let us know by leaving a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. You can get everything you need for your classroom including \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-505-alphabet-rugs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealphabet carpets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090915865,"sku":"A1037","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Take-Wise-Cow-nsel-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781615"},{"product_id":"wow-words-bulletin-board-a1038","title":"WOW Words Vocabulary \u0026 Literacy Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-399 \" title=\"WOW Words - Tlittlejohn\" alt=\"Language Arts Vocabulary Words Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/WOW-Words-Tlittlejohn1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: izzyshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to learn about and display vocabulary words in the classroom? Montevallo Elementary's first grade teaching duo, contributors to the website Izzyshare, designed this dynamic \"WOW words\" bulletin board to do just that! With each literacy unit, students explore definitions, known synonyms, sentence usage, and picture \"definitions\" of new vocabulary words while still being able to review words from previous literary selections and units. Here's how you can make your own exciting vocabulary display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWOW Words Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"WOW Words!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorfully patterned trimmer, reading-themed bulletin border, complimentary solid colored bordette, or another bulletin board decoration of your choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Literary Selections: At the beginning of the year, make and laminate a black and white print of each book your students will read throughout the school year. Place these around the outside edge of the board. As each unit is completed and each book is read, create vocabulary word labels and tape these to the literary selection they came from. 2) Exploring Vocabulary Section. Gather a piece of poster board or a large piece of bulletin board paper and a marker. Create a rectangular box in the middle of the paper. This will display the focus vocabulary word, then divide the poster board into four squares (be sure not to draw lines in the middle rectangle). At the top of each box, pen a different heading (e.g. \"Definition\", \"Picture\", \"Synonyms\" or \"Other Words\", and \"Connection\"). Cover the poster with clear contact paper and, paired with dry erase markers, you can use the same poster over and over again!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this board, students will be reminded of the various vocabulary words they've discovered throughout the year, parents entering the classroom will be able to see what books their child is reading, and the dynamic display will provide wonderful classroom decoration all year long!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo you have a special vocabulary word display for your classroom? We'd love to hear about it! Leave a comment below.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop on our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can get all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-48-office-classroom-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. 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The awesome part - she reminds her students daily with this sensational classroom display. While this one might take you a bit of extra time to create, it'll set the tone for a \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egreat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e year - you can count on it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShoot For the Moon Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black background paper or fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Shoot For The Moon - Even If You Miss, You'll Land Among Stars!\" \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Venosdale used word processing software, fanciful fonts, and brightly colored paper to achieve this look, but you could certainly use a traditional letter trace-and-cut method too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because there's so much going on with the board, the creator used a plain white scalloped trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Rocket. Create the rocket from a large piece of cardboard. Cover it with bright fabric scraps, pieces of crafting paper, or bulletin board paper. Be sure to add a viewing \"window\" as well as other fun embellishments! 2) The Stars. Create several sizes of star templates by hand, using these to trace and cut star shapes to decorate the board, find a black and white clip art print online or with word processing software printing various sizes onto white card stock and cut out, or (if you have one) use a die cut machine to create star cutouts. 3) Rope Lighting. This feature is obviously optional. You could find a thick piece of cording, paint it, and attach it to the board to add a bit of extra color or create a border for the message using star cutouts, etc., but if you happen to have rope light, this can be attached to the board using push pins (sandwich the cord between two of them - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003edon't puncture the light\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e) and you'll have to use black fabric to cover the bulletin board in order hide the extension cord needed to make the lights fully functional, but it's certainly well worth the effort! [NOTE: We didn't realize this, but you can also get battery powered rope lights! That would certainly be more convenient!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMs. Venosdale obviously put a great deal of thought into this one and it shows! The display turned out spectacular and provides a wonderfully positive message for her students all year long! Be sure to check out the other \"snapshots\" of her classroom at Izzyshare!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e think, so leave a comment below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehome school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e or supplies for your classroom? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where we offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-43-pocket-charts-cards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epocket charts\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091276313,"sku":"A1039","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Space-Inspirational-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781617"},{"product_id":"snazzy-spider-halloween-door-decor-a1040","title":"Snazzy Spider Halloween Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" title=\"Halloween Spider Web Classroom Door Decoration\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Web-Door.jpg\" alt=\"Glitter Spider Web Halloween Door Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such a large canvas \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e the classroom I sometimes fail to remember that the outside door and hallway are just as important to plan for! If you're looking for something simple (i.e. kid created so that you don't have to do \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e the work!), that will also pack a punch for the holidays, here's a snazzy Halloween door decoration from kindergarten teacher Cherie Farinola!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpider Web Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you'll need to create these beautiful holiday crafts are black sheets of card stock or construction paper, white crayons, Elmer's® school glue, and craft glitter in assorted colors. As Cherie writes, have students draw webs with the crayons, trace with glue, and cover with glitter. Super simple! As your students are creating, you can discuss symmetry and fun facts about the spider!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: For less mess, consider using actual glitter glue pens. It provides a similar shimmer effect, but won't coat your floor with small 'unsweepable' glitter pieces for the next six months!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpider Web Door Decor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fadeless orange bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Happy Halloween!\", \"Have A Spooktacular Halloween!\", or \"_____________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Preschool, etc.) is Caught Up in Halloween Fun!\". Farinola used a black permanent marker to pen the message directly onto the orange background paper, but you could use normal trace and cut letters also!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Farinola created a spider web in each corner with a black permanent marker. You could also create these from black yarn or construction paper or add a Halloween themed trimmer instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Spider. String up a plastic spider toy, purchase a large spider cutout, or create a spider from card stock and cover it with fine black glitter. 2) The Spider Webs. Use your students' stunning creations!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor such a simple design, this dynamic door decoration will add just the right amount of color and flair to your classroom this Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and other classroom supplies like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eheavyweight construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e from our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092357657,"sku":"A1040","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Web-Door.jpg?v=1522781623"},{"product_id":"spooktacular-haunted-house-bulletin-board-a1041","title":"Spooktacular' Haunted House Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" title=\"Haunted House Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spook-tacular-2nd-Graders.jpg\" alt=\"Haunted House and Ghost Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaytee, second grade teacher and bulletin board designer featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\/bb7-halloween.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\/bb7-halloween.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Teacher Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e, knows that sometimes 'success is in the details'! Her 'spooktacular' haunted house Halloween scape featuring adorable boy and girl ghosts and clever boarded up windows proves just that! This is definitely an idea to file away for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKids Ghost Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students are sure to have a blast making ghost crafts for this spooky scene. To duplicate the ghosts created by Kaytee's students, create a template that includes a large ghost cutout, eyes, a mouth, and a bow. Have students trace and cut out a ghost shape from white card stock then use glue and small squares of white tissue paper to cover the shape. Invite your students to cut eyes and a mouth from black card stock as well as a bow from a piece of crafting paper and attach them carefully to the tissue paper. Have students create girl ghosts by attaching the bow to the ghost head and boy ghosts by creating a bow tie at the 'neck'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to try something different, consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovering ghost cutouts with fine white glitter instead of tissue paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating footprint 'ghosts' with washable white paint and dark blue construction paper (to match the background), covering the wet paint with fine white glitter, drawing on a face with black paint or marker, and creating bows out of colorful yarn or ribbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForming 3D ghosts by wrapping several sheets of tissue paper around a foam craft ball, gathering and tying the excess tissue underneath the ball with a colorful ribbon (in essence using the ball as the ghost's head), and drawing a face with marker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to create the ghosts for your bulletin board, your students are sure to enjoy being involved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHaunted House Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two-thirds of the board with dark blue bulletin board paper to create a 'haunted' sky. Create the landscape (ground and hill) with light brown or tan bulletin board paper and fashion a 'drive' for the haunted house from darker brown bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Spooktacular __________________ (e.g. 2nd Graders, Preschoolers, etc.)\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaytee did not use a border and, with so many things going it, it is probably best to keep it plain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Haunted House. While it may look daunting, with the use of simple shapes (i.e. rectangles, triangles, squares, etc.) you can create this from gray, black, yellow, and brown construction paper or bulletin board background paper. The building structure consists of two gray rectangles, the dormers are two small gray squares, the roof pieces are formed by various sized black triangles, the windows are small yellow squares with black pane overlays, and the door is a small brown rectangle. The embellishments are up to you. (We do really like the 'boarded' windows though!) 2) The Sky. The dark background serves as the main portion. All you'll need to add is a large yellow moon and thin gray wavy\/wispy clouds. 3) The Ghosts. Use your students' creations! 4) The Fence. Create the fence from strips of black construction paper or bulletin board paper in various thicknesses (for a more haunted appearance).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat can we say, the combination of design and detail make this board a spooktacular choice for your Halloween decor next year (or even this year if you can swing it!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think and about how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e decorate for Halloween, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can save on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom rugs\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekid's pretend play toys\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092783641,"sku":"A1041","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spook-tacular-2nd-Graders.jpg?v=1522781626"},{"product_id":"a-batch-of-smart-cookies-a1042","title":"A Batch of Smart Cookies! Motivational Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-423 \" title=\"Batch of Smart Cookies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Batch-of-Smart-Cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Motivational Chocolate Chip Cookie Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classroom Displays and Bulletin Boards | Nadia Rolle\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile a simple bulletin board decoration or classroom poster can't change a \"C\" to an \"A\", there's certainly something to be said about how immersing your students in a positive learning environment can prompt greater student participation and improved performance. Nadia Rolle, preschool teacher in the Bahamas and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my.att.net\/p\/s\/community.dll?ep=87\u0026amp;subpageid=349766\u0026amp;ck=\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Displays and Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this 'scrumptious' display to reinforce her confidence in her students' ability to succeed in, and out of the classroom! With this motivation board Rolle proves she's \"one smart cookie\" herself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eCookie Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the board with aluminum foil or metallic background paper to mimic the look of a cookie baking sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A Batch of Smart Cookies!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolle used a simple red bulletin board trimmer, but you could certainly use a fun, colorful border or even carry on the theme with cooking utensil cutouts (i.e. spatula, whisk, spoons, flat cookie turners, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut circles from light brown construction paper, using a permanent marker to create small chocolate chips or raisins. Script a child's name onto each cookie and line up on the \"baking sheet\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFun Extension\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin cookies are certainly appropriate year-round, consider changing them out during the holidays with fun \"cut-out cookies\"! Here's are some cookie examples for Halloween! We made these using ivory card stock as the base and sheets of colorful Wonderfoam® for the \"icing\" decorations!\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-425\" title=\"Halloween Cut Out Cookies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Cut-Out-Cookies.jpg\" alt=\"ghost pumpkin frankenstein cutouts\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer a variety educational supplies including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-450-kitchen-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekitchen sets for kids\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored pencil sets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093111321,"sku":"A1042","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Batch-of-Smart-Cookies.jpg?v=1522781628"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-our-pumpkin-patch-a1043","title":"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch! Fall \u0026 Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-433 aligncenter\" title=\"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-e1288138942674.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin and Scarecrow Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fall or Halloween this vibrant scarecrow bulletin board will add color to your classroom, provide a place to display student seasonal crafts, and create a sense of excitement for the changing of seasons and the upcoming holidays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few craft ideas to get your board started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a paper plate, a shallow dish of tempera paint, and painting sponges. Invite them to \"stamp\" their plates to create a pumpkin. Twist a green chenille stem around a pencil (to make it curly), punch a hole at the top of the dried plates, and create a whimsical stem using the curled pipe cleaner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a pumpkin template. Using a brown permanent marker, use the template to trace pumpkin shapes onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-395-contact-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econtact paper\u003c\/a\u003e. Peel the backing from the contact paper pumpkins and place it, sticky side up, on your students' desks. Invite them to fill in the pumpkin shape with pre-cut pieces of orange tissue paper and create a stem and leaves using brown and green construction paper or art tissue paper. Place a second sheet of contact paper over the tissue collage (so that the sticky sides face each other), use a gold metallic paint pen to trace around the pumpkin for extra embellishment (optional), and use a pair of scissors to cut out the final pumpkin shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate pumpkin cutouts from orange construction paper. Provide students with actual pumpkin seeds dyed orange (using food coloring or liquid watercolor paints) and invite them to collage the cutouts with the seeds. You might also consider letting your students paint the seeds as a part of the craft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a large coffee filter and an orange marker. Invite them to color the coffee filter with the marker then, with a squirt bottle filled with water, mist the coffee filters. Your students will love watching the colored areas expand to cover the filter paper. Punch a hole at the top of the filter and create a fun stem using brown or green pipe cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Patch Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue Kraft paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a solid white, yellow, or orange bulletin board border or opt for a fall themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. Use bulletin board paper rolls to create the base of the scarecrow - black for the pants, orange for the head, and blue for the shirt and hat. Construction paper or card stock in assorted colors work great for the embellishments. Create and slightly crumble small strips of yellow paper to form \"straw\" fringe at the top and bottom of the scarecrow's shirt as well as at the end of each shirt sleeve and pant leg. Use this yellow fringe to create a mop of \"hair\" under the hat. Patches in assorted colors and buttons made from orange paper can be \"sewn\" on to the base pieces using black yarn. Small craft embellishments or paper pieces can be glued to the patches to provide an extra bit of flair. Add a fun scarecrow face with permanent marker, colored paper, and black yarn and your scarecrow is complete! 2) The Pumpkins. Use your students' creations! 3) The Other Embellishments. The display designer added a moon in the night sky which you can easily create out of yellow construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to know what you think of this design. Leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some new \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you'll find everything you could possibly need including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e and even popular kid's toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma cars\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093307929,"sku":"A1043","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-e1288138942674.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"were-batty-over-halloween-a1044","title":"We're Batty Over Halloween! - Halloween Bat Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Batty-over-Halloween.jpg\" alt=\"craft bats fly around a yellow moon\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Gigglepotz | Kim White\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim White, preschool teacher and bulletin board contributor to the teacher resource site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gigglepotz.com\/2009\/09\/17\/bulletin-board-batty-over-halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGigglepotz\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this fun holiday bulletin board to display her students' Halloween crafts. Super simple and wonderfully festive, this is a design to add to your 'inspiration folder' for next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eHalloween Bat Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a few different ways to create the bats for your bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo duplicate White's board you'll need large coffee filters, washable black craft paint, colored construction paper, and assorted craft embellishments. The process: cut the coffee filters in half, paint them black, then create bat faces using small black construction paper circles, white construction paper fangs, wiggle eyes, and small orange craft pom pon noses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with white card stock, shallow bowls of black craft paint, and kids paint brushes. Invite them to cover their palm with black paint, using the provided paint brushes, and carefully create a print in the center of their paper. Help them to quickly sprinkle fine black glitter onto the wet paint, then set aside to dry. After the paint and glitter have set, provide students with card stock bat wing templates for them to trace on either side of their bat 'body' and color with black marker (or trace onto black construction paper and glue onto the paper). Encourage them to create bat ears with the markers (or black construction paper triangles) and finish off their craft with large wiggle eyes and fangs made from white construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with *pre-spray painted* black Styrofoam craft balls, school glue, and black card stock. Using bat wing templates, invite them to create bat wings from the card stock (leaving a small flap where the wings attach to the bat 'body') and glue them to the sides of the ball. (NOTE: An adult may need to put several straight pins through the flaps and into the foam for extra strength.) To finish, have students add wiggle eyes and fangs, then hang the bats on the board using fishing line and push-pins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with black card stock bat cutouts, craft glue, and coffee beans or black beans, inviting them to create textured Halloween bats by gluing the beans to the cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBatty Bulletin Board Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper. You might also consider creating a more dynamic board using orange or yellow bulletin board paper, or further the \"bats in the night sky\" theme by using purple or gray bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We're Batty Over Halloween!\" or \"__________ (Mrs. Nelson's Class, Pre-K, etc.) is Batty Over Halloween!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e White used an alphabet themed bulletin board border, but you might also consider using a solid black wavy trimmer or a Halloween themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Bats. Use your students' creations! 2) The Other Details. White created a yellow moon to complete her \"bats in the night sky\" theme. To spice up the theme, you might consider creating wispy white (spooky) clouds or creating the illusion that the bats are flying out of a haunted chimney or attic window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOverall, we think this board has great potential and that it would make a great addition to your holiday decor! We'd love to hear your thoughts though, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer all kinds of educational products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecarpets for kids\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola colored pencil\u003c\/a\u003e sets!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093471769,"sku":"A1044","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Batty-over-Halloween.jpg?v=1522781630"},{"product_id":"students-to-crow-about-a1045","title":"Students To Crow About - Autumn Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-454  \" title=\"Mucisians To Crow About\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mucisians-To-Crow-About.jpg\" alt=\"Brightly Colored Leaves Crows and Scarecrow Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: musicbulletinboards.net | Tracy King\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this board was originally designed to adorn a music classroom (and fulfills this purpose exceptionally well!), with a few simple tweaks, it can be adapted to let \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e student in \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e classroom know that they're \"something to crow about\"! Thank you Tracy King of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/boards\/fall_musicians_to_crow_about.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e for this festive fall display design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eStudents To Crow About Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Students To Crow About!\", \"A Classroom To Crow About!\", or \"_________________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Preschool, Math, Reading, etc.) Is Something To Crow About!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the board was originally designed for a music classroom, King used a music-themed border. For regular classroom use, consider using a fall-themed trimmer or a complimentary solid color bordette in a fall color. If you decide to display student names on crow cutouts (as described below), you might also consider using the colorful leaf cutouts as a border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. If you have rolls of bulletin board paper or construction paper in assorted colors and can create simple shapes, your bulletin board scarecrow will be a snap! Begin by cutting a large square from red or orange paper. This will be used as the base for the sign held by the scarecrow. Use word processing software or dark blue paint to script your chosen title onto white paper, then mount the sign onto the construction paper square, making sure to leave a border of color. Create the rest of the pieces for your scarecrow based on the dimensions\/size of the sign. You'll need two \"blue jean\" rectangle legs, one large tan circle head, eight small tan oval \"fingers\", one large black oval (cut in half to create boots), and one large brown hat. Assemble these simple scarecrow pieces then use assorted colors of paper to add embellishments - small strips of yellow paper (slightly crinkled) to add \"straw\" detailing at the hem of each pant leg and a mop of hair on the scarecrow's head, slightly uneven squares of paper in orange, green, purple, etc. to create patches on the scarecrow's pants (\"sewn\" on with black yarn), and a small red or yellow flower to adorn the scarecrow's hat. Draw a face on your scarecrow and you're all set! 2) The Crows. Once again, if you can create simple shapes, you can create crows for your board. You'll need one large black circle body, one small black circle head, one small orange triangle beak, and eyes made from small black and white circles. King uses these cutouts as embellishments, but you might consider displaying student names on the crows with white or metallic paint pens. 3) The Leaves. Create a leaf template from card stock, using it to trace and cut out leaves from construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, brown, and green). Use these cutouts as King did to display student names or use them as a fun fall accent or border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love King's festive bulletin board decor and your students are sure to appreciate it as well! We'd love to hear how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e use traditional fall elements to create fun decor - be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. 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While designed as a simple decorative display for autumn, this board could also be used as an attendance board - the owl cutouts, decorated with student names and pictures, could feature magnet or Velcro strips that allow students to \"sign in\" each morning by moving their owl to the roosting tree, the board entitled \"Look Whoo's Here Today!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eSpooky Owl Moonscape Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue or black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a decorative display, the designer did not add a title. If using as an attendance board, consider \"Look Whoo's Here Today!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid orange trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. The (very talented!) creator of this bulletin board decoration used oil pastels and advanced shading techniques to create this tree. If this seems daunting, consider creating a simpler tree with brown construction paper or brown bulletin board paper. Either use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a basket onto the paper or, if you don’t want to mess with a projector, you can freehand it. It isn’t terribly difficult. 2) The Night Sky. Again, the bulletin board designer used oil pastels to create the brilliant moon, but you can certainly use plain yellow construction paper or yellow background paper. To add a twinkle to the sky, place small silver star stickers around the tree and board. 3) The Leaves. Create a simple leaf template from card stock, using it to trace and cut leaves from construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, and brown). 'Scatter' these around the base of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the design seems simple, we think this bulletin board display would make a spectacular addition to your classroom this fall! At the very least, you should place it in your inspiration folder for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e on our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. 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