{"title":"Fall Crafts","description":"","products":[{"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":"making-fall-prints-with-painters-tape-a2213","title":"Making Fall Prints with Painter's Tape","description":"\u003cp\u003eMost preschoolers haven't mastered drawing complex shapes or objects so when it comes to art projects, in most cases, the simpler the better. Allie of No Time for Flash Cards has found a great way to incorporate \u003cem\u003eboth\u003c\/em\u003e simple and complex art tasks. She uses the example of a fall tree, but this can be tailored to meet any season, occasion, lesson, or unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRound sponge paint brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Blue painter's tape\n\nBegin the activity by 'taping off' the the shape of the desired print. In Allie's example she used the tape to create a fall tree including its trunk, branches, and leaves (both on the tree and falling to the ground). For a fall themed project you could also try a simple leaf print, a pumpkin, or even a scarecrow. Whatever you decide, make sure you press hard when applying the tape to the canvas so that paint doesn't have a chance to seep under it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet out several shallow dishes filled with craft paint in assorted fall colors including green, yellow, orange, red, and brown. Invite your students to dip their round sponge brushes into the paint, then lightly press it to the canvas. Invite them to practice blending or even patterning as they fill the space around the painters tape. When finished, set them aside to dry. Then, when you're sure the paint has set, pull the painters tape off to reveal a neat fall print!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/09\/fall-tree-art-project.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFall Tree Paint Project | No Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087901209,"sku":"A2213","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"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":"finger-paint-inspired-by-fall-a2216","title":"Finger Paint Inspired By Fall","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile finger painting is a wonderful sensory experience in itself, kick it up a notch by adding seasonal scents to the mix! Here are a few ideas from the creator of the blog Almost Unschoolers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Make Homemade \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinger Paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- 1\/2 cup cornstarch\u003cbr\u003e\n- 4 Tbsp. sugar\u003cbr\u003e\n- 2 cups water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix all the ingredients together and cook over medium heat until mixture starts to thicken. Stir constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Scented Finger Paint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate cooled mixture into several shallow containers. Add several drops of food coloring or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-232-watercolor-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eliquid water color paint\u003c\/a\u003e to create various colors. Almost Unschoolers suggests experimenting with fall tones like red, orange, green, yellow, and brown.\nLastly, stir a different seasonal scent into each dish. Here are a few recommendations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple cider mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin pie spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmond extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaramel flavor extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange spice tea (brewed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow your students to be inspired by the fall colors and smells. Suggest that they paint their favorite fall memory, a colorful fall tree, a pumpkin patch, a guardian scarecrow, or other seasonal themed picture!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/scented-finger-paint-for-fall.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers: Scented Finger Paint For Fall\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088032281,"sku":"A2216","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"create-beautiful-fall-leaves-with-tissue-paper-watercolors-a2222","title":"Create Beautiful Fall Leaves with Tissue Paper \u0026 Watercolors","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for some fun fall crafts to do with your upper elementary students? Kathy Barbro, California art teacher and creator of the site Art Projects for Kids, shares a beautiful fall leaf art project that your students will love experimenting with! They'll look great on your classroom walls too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Fall leaf templates (several shapes and sizes)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-504-art-tissue-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt tissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted fall colors (red, orange, green, brown, yellow)\u003cbr\u003e\n- 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\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlue stick\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Fine tipped paint pens (metallic colors work best with this theme)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-232-watercolor-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWatercolor paints\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn preparation for the project, create several fall leaf templates from card stock and use these to trace leaf shapes onto assorted colors of art tissue paper. Cut these tissue leaves out and place a pile in the center of each workstation. NOTE: Barbro recommends cutting several layers of tissue at a time to prevent tearing, etc.\n\nAt their workstations, provide each student with a piece of white card stock and invite them to create a fun fall print using a glue stick to cover the paper in adhesive then encouraging them to place the art tissue paper leaves \"collage style\" onto the paper. Once dry, provide your students with metallic fine tipped paint pens, invite them to use gold or bronze to outline and add vein detailing to their tissue paper leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking sure the paint has dried, provide your students with watercolor paints and paint brushes. Invite them to fill in the background using the watercolor paints. Barbro suggests using a vibrant blue to compliment the fall hues, but you can let your students be the judge! The best part about this project (besides being able to double as brilliant classroom decorations for fall), students get to experiment with several different types of media, textures, and graphic art tools!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/tissue-paper-watercolor-fall-leaves\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Tissue Paper + Watercolor Fall Leaves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088261657,"sku":"A2222","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"autumn-owl-art-project-a2230","title":"Autumn Owl Art Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eGail Bartel, artist and creator of the blog That Artist Woman, shares a brilliant fall owl craft that your students will love creating and is sure to provide smashing decoration for an autumn-themed bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors (including white, black, yellow, red, orange, brown)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \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\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchool glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft feathers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4882-low-temp-glue-gun.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLow-temp glue gun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Recycled paper bag\u003cbr\u003e\n- Recycled newspaper\u003cbr\u003e\n- Recycled cardboard egg carton\u003cbr\u003e\n- Stick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg Carton Face\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the cardboard egg carton, use scissors fashion the eyes and beak. It works best to cut the features out as one piece and Bartel recommends including a small triangle above each eye for a more \"owl-ish\" look. Paint the back of the eyes and the small triangles at the top of the eyes brown, the beak orange, and use black and white to paint the egg cup 'eyes'. These should be set aside to dry.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwl Body. Spread out a recycled paper bag. Use brown, orange, and yellow paint to create a watercolor\/tie dye effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwl Body Feathers. Spread out two sheets of recycled newspaper. Paint one white (this doesn't need to be fully covered - be sure to check out Bartel's pictures) and the other a 'marbled' brown. After the paint has dried, splatter paint the white newspaper with brown paint and brown newspaper with white paint. When dry, use scissors to create feather cutouts.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwl Accent Feathers. Tie dye white watercolor paper with reds, oranges, and yellows to create accent feathers. When dry, use scissors to create feather cutouts.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembling the Owl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the egg carton face as a guide, draw and cut out an owl body from your customized brown paper bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue the body cutout onto a sheet of black construction paper, attaching the eyes to the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue the pre-made body feathers to the owl's body, then add some pre-made accent feathers around the neck and randomly on the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue white (or brown) craft feathers to the side of the body for wings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the low temp glue gun to adhere the stick to the construction paper, creating the illusion that the owl is sitting on a tree branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep these beautiful crafts to use as autumn classroom decoration or send them home for the students' families to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thatartistwoman.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/how-to-make-owl-art-project.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethat artist woman: How to make an Owl - Art Project\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088523801,"sku":"A2230","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"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":"help-students-review-shapes-with-this-fun-fall-scarecrow-craft-a2232","title":"Help Students Review Shapes With This Fun Fall Scarecrow Craft!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/cybaea\/2772494198\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Flamstead Scarecrow Festival 2008 - cybaea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flamstead-Scarecrow-Festival-2008-cybaea.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Flickr | Cybaea\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall is officially here and what better way to herald in the new season than with scarecrows! Allie, mother and creator of the blog No Time For Flash Cards, provides directions for a simple craft that will help your students review their shapes and get you in the mood for autumn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors (blue, yellow, orange, green, tan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlue stick\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarecrow template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nBegin by creating a scarecrow template. You'll need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 1 large rectangle for the body\n- 1 large circle for the head\n- 1 large triangle for the hat\n- 2 medium rectangles for the arms\n- 3 small circles for the buttons\n- 1 small triangle for the nose\n- Lots of small (long, skinny) rectangles for the hair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a template for each group of four students (they'll learn valuable social skills as they share and take turns using each item). Provide them with construction paper and a project recipe card (i.e. list the items and the number of each item they'll need to create; for example, draw a large green rectangle and list a \"1\" beside it, draw a large tan circle and list a \"1\" beside it, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs students trace and cut out each shape, they'll be strengthening fine motor skills, as they follow the recipe card, students will be learning how to follow directions, and as they create their own scarecrow, they'll review the shapes they've learned throughout the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllie also suggests several shape books to read when doing this lesson so be sure to check out her full blog post!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2009\/10\/shape-scarecrow-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShape Scarecrow Craft | No Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088720409,"sku":"A2232","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Flamstead-Scarecrow-Festival-2008-cybaea.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":"spectacular-autumn-collages-a2234","title":"Spectacular Autumn Collages","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/26098838@N08\/3169349708\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Fallen Leaves  (Massachusetts; Oct 2003)\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fallen-Leaves.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Flickr | mksfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's never too early to expose your children or students to arts and crafts. While it may take extra planning (e.g. finding appropriate materials, tweaking projects for each childs' level of development) and extra supervision, the benefits are exponential. If you're stumped on an easy fall craft for your toddlers to tackle, here's a great suggestion from Kevin and Kristina at Toddler Approved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall themed paper plates or cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural elements (fall leaves, acorns, seed pods, pine cones, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDecorative embellishments\u003c\/a\u003e (pom poms, art tissue paper, WonderFoam® shapes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchool glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nSince it would take quite a bit of assistance to go on a full-fledged nature scavenger hunt, gather all of your natural elements ahead of time and set them out on a table in the classroom. Add the decorative embellishments to the stash, then offer your students a small brown lunch bag and help them explore and collect their favorite fall items in a make-shift (but more controlled) nature hunt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt their seats, provide them with a fall themed paper plate or cutout (i.e. large fall leaf, pine cone, acorn, etc.). Assist them in putting glue all over the center of their plate or cutout (NOTE: This would be great fine motor practice so if you think your students can handle it, think about letting them add their own glue). When the base has been properly glue, invite your students to decorate it with the fall items they collected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKevin and Kristina have wonderful discussion ideas too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs they work, talk about texture words (e.g. soft, squishy, rough, smooth, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the different materials as vocabulary words (e.g. pine cone, fall colors, leaf, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to read the full post at Toddler Approved! for great pictures and more lesson help!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/toddlerapproved.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/easy-peasy-fall-collages.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved!: Easy Peasy Fall Collages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088818713,"sku":"A2234","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fallen-Leaves.jpg?v=1522781601"},{"product_id":"fall-leaves-that-sparkle-a2238","title":"Fall Leaves That Sparkle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/liliesandbees\/1055433499\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2106\" title=\"Glitter - lilies and bees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Glitter-lilies-and-bees.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Flickr | lilies and bees | Britney M\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat toddler or preschooler doesn't enjoy using \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e? That's what Jennifer, creator of the blog Ramblings of a Crazy Woman, thought when she designed this simple, yet festive fall leaf craft!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow aluminum baking pan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlitter in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWax paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFoam paint brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst things first, you'll need to take your tots on a nature adventure! Take them on a tour around the schoolyard and invite them to collect *two* of their favorite fall leaves. Not only will this give your students practical experience with numbers and counting (however small), it will give them a \u003cem\u003especific\u003c\/em\u003e goal to fulfill which is important in keeping young children on task!\n\nBack in the classroom, set up the workspace. Provide students with shallow baking dishes or plastic trays (great to keep on hand for keeping messes in check!), small containers of glitter, a shallow dish of school glue, a foam paint brush, and a piece of wax paper. Demonstrate the process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint glue on one side of the wax paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition a leaf on the glue. Allow the glue to set just a bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint glue onto the leaf and the other side of the wax paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect a color of glitter and sprinkle it over the leaf and the glue on the wax paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold the excess (now glittered) wax paper over top the leaf and press it flat. Set aside to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen glue has set, trim around the outside edges of the leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage your students to repeat this process with their second leaf. Offer help if they ask (or if you observe they require it!), but use their second creation as a test of their memory and ability to follow directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen all the glitter leaves have dried, use them as window decorations, string them together to create a beautiful garland, hand them from the ceiling at different heights for beautiful falling leaves, or incorporate them into a bulletin board! The possibilities truly are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089211929,"sku":"A2238","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Glitter-lilies-and-bees.jpg?v=1522781604"},{"product_id":"keepsake-handprint-ghosts-a2240","title":"Keepsake Handprint Ghosts","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rwp-roger\/2951656536\/in\/photostream\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2116 \" title=\"Ghosts - Roger Price\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ghosts-Roger-Price.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Flickr | Roger Price\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to do a special keepsake craft with your students this year for Halloween? These hand print ghosts from Becky at The Crafting Chicks blog are just darling! Not only will they make phenomenal wall art (with the great black and white contrast!), parents are sure to save these for Halloweens to come!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall stretched \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12559-sargent-artreg-100-cotton-stretched-canvas-8-x-10.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart canvas\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite glitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver paint pen or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have access to a sink in your classroom, begin by setting up a washing station. Prepare two plastic bins with warm water, adding a little soap to one of the bins. Place a stack of paper towels by each bin. Before the craft, explain to your students the procedure (and rules!):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDip a sheet of paper towel into the soapy water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse this to wash the paint off your hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully rinse soap off in the second bin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a sheet of paper towel to dry hands.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Creative Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding shallow dishes of black paint, brushes, and a canvas, invite your students to paint their entire canvas black. Set aside to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the aid of an assistant or teacher, paint students' hands with white paint and encourage them to neatly press it to the middle of the black canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs students clean off their hands, sprinkle glitter over the wet paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter shaking off the excess glitter, use a small paint brush to brush away a little paint and glitter to create eyes and a mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the silver pen to write the child's name and date on the print. (NOTE: Before doing this, it may be fun to place a post-it label on the back of the print, then have students guess which of their classmates made each unique handprint!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese crafts are adorable! Be sure to check out Becky's full post for more information and pictures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thecraftingchicks.com\/2010\/09\/ghostly-handprints-halloween-kid-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKid handprint ghosts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089539609,"sku":"A2240","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ghosts-Roger-Price.jpg?v=1522781606"},{"product_id":"turkey-noisemaker-craft-a2242","title":"Turkey Noisemaker Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/voght\/2441818832\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2131\" title=\"Wild Turkey Strut - Steve Voght\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wild-Turkey-Strut-Steve-Voght.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Flickr | Steve Voght\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer Ackerman-Haywood, creator of the website CraftSanity, recommends creating this festive turkey noisemaker craft with your preschoolers to give them something special to play with during Thanksgiving preparations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic drinking cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSponge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled paper bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMod Podge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft feathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the activity by poking two holes in the top of each plastic cup, about 1\/2-inch apart, and cutting the sponges into 1\" x 2\" pieces. Also, cut 12-inch pieces of string, knotting one end.\n\nFor their first task, invite your students to strengthen fine motor skills by threading the un-knotted end of the string all the way up through one of the holes and back down through the other. When completed, invite them bring their cup and sponge piece to you or an assistant. Tie the sponge to the end of string hanging down from the center of the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue building fine motor skills by inviting students to tear their sections of recycled paper bag into small pieces. Demonstrate how to use these paper pieces, Mod Podge, and a paint brush to decoupage the entire cup. After the cup has dried, invite your students to add colorful feathers, wiggle eyes, and a felt beak and wattle as finishing touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use as a noisemaker, dampen the sponge, pinch it around the string near the bottom of the up, and pull slightly. DISCLAIMER: While students will \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elove\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e this craft, parents may not. Send home a note that this is to be used at a special time and place (e.g. as the turkey is being put in the over, as it's being taken out of the oven, etc.) so your students don't become a nuisance!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftsanity.com\/2008\/11\/thanksgiving-crafts-as-seen-on-tv\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftSanity - A blog and podcast for those who love everything handmade \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Thanksgiving Crafts As Seen On TV\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089670681,"sku":"A2242","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wild-Turkey-Strut-Steve-Voght.jpg?v=1522781607"},{"product_id":"bats-in-the-classroom-a3708","title":"Bats in the Classroom!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-110\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bat.jpg\" alt=\"black bat on orange background\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eYour preschoolers are sure to go \"batty\" over these fun Halloween activities from Gary Hopkins at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.educationworld.com\/a_lesson\/lesson\/lesson031.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation World\u003c\/a\u003e ®!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will be surprised to find out that bats do not rely on their eyesight to navigate while flying or locating their food. Hopkins recommends helping preschoolers understand the concept of echolocation with Jump Start's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Echolocation Song\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (via YouTube). NOTE: While repetitive, the echolocation \"rap\" tends to move at a rapid pace so you may have to play it a few times in order for your students to catch everything. Or, print out the lyrics and recite them slowly, inviting your students to repeat them after you for full \"digestion\" of the material!\n\nYou might also consider \"demonstrating\" the concept of echolocation with a game. Try a \"batty\" version of \u003cem\u003eMarco Polo\u003c\/em\u003e where a student volunteer gets blindfolded, is placed in the center of the game play area, and pretends to be a \"bat\", while the rest of the class pretend to be \"insects\". The blindfolded volunteer calls out \"beep, beep\" to which the insects, with full sight and instructions to keep moving around the play area, must respond \"buzz, buzz\". Relying solely on their ears, the bat then attempts to \"catch\" their prey. Once tagged, insects must return to the \"bat cave\" (their desk) until the bat is full (set a limit of three or four insects) and then another student volunteer gets the chance to be the bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo finish up the science lesson on bats, consider creating a slideshow of various bats native to your area or region - including both pictures and audio clips found on the internet - for your students to examine and discuss. They'll be amazed to learn that because bat frequencies are so high and move at such a fast pace, they must be slowed down in order for the human ear to distinguish each species sound complexities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great bat resources and ideas for incorporating these interesting creatures into your reading, writing, math, and social studies lessons, be sure to visit Hopkins' full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091866137,"sku":"A3708","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bat.jpg?v=1522781620"},{"product_id":"halloween-skeletons-a3709","title":"Halloween Skeletons","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-125\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Foot-X-ray.jpg\" alt=\"x-ray foot\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Claudio Calcagno\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThought skeletons were just a fun way to bring a little spooky Halloween \"cheer\" into the classroom? Jason Carr, lesson plan contributor to Education World ®, suggests broadening your scope and using this fun q-tip skeleton craft as a way to introduce your students to basic anatomy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our skeletal system is made up of many bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our bones have several important jobs in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn and be able to identify major bones in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarr suggests starting off the unit with a brainstorming session where students help make a list of major bones in the body. He recommends keeping the bone names simple and at your students' level (e.g. thigh bone instead of femur, etc.). For the q-tip skeleton project, make sure students have been introduced to all of the following: skull, spine, ribs, arm bones, fingers, thigh bone, leg bone, foot bones.\n\n\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-115\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Q-Tip-Skeleton-Recipe-Card.jpg\" alt=\"q-tip pieces needed to create a skeleton\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eProvide students with a piece of black construction paper, craft glue, a skull cutout, and a q-tip skeleton \"recipe card\". Invite students collect the correct number of q-tip parts needed to construct their bony friend. After students have completed their projects, discuss how bones play an important role in our bodies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey give our bodies structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey protect our organs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe provide muscles with a place to attach so we can move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having fun with these \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/abc-exercise-cards-hooray.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eABC Exercise Cards\u003c\/a\u003e from Amy at Teach Mama (each card is equipped with a letter and some type of movement to go along with each letter - e.g. \"A\" - \"Make circles with your \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003enkle\"). This fun activity will allow your preschoolers a chance for some active fun and demonstrate how bones are essential to movement! It might also be fun to explore actual x-ray films for a real look into our amazing bodies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Science\/Anatomy\/ANA0008.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eQ-Tip Skeleton - An Educator's Reference Desk Lesson Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092029977,"sku":"A3709","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Foot-X-ray.jpg?v=1522781622"},{"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":"spooky-owl-moonscape-a1046","title":"Spooky Owl Moonscape Fall \u0026 Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-464 \" title=\"Owl Moonscape\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Moonscape.jpg\" alt=\"Oil Pastel Tree Moon and Owl Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thevirtualvine.com | Cindy\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spectacular owl moonscape featured by Cindy, teacher and creator of the early childhood teaching resource site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/displays.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Virtual Vine\u003c\/a\u003e, captures the dynamic (and sometimes spooky!) themes of the fall season! 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. We offer a wide range of products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play\u003c\/a\u003e toys to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool scissors\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094061593,"sku":"A1046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Owl-Moonscape.jpg?v=1522781634"},{"product_id":"technology-we-are-grateful-for-a1048","title":"Technology We Are Grateful For Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-479 \" title=\"Technology We Are Grateful For\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Technology-We-Are-Grateful-For.jpg\" alt=\"Technology Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Gigglepotz.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to transition your classroom decorations for the Thanksgiving holiday? Here's a great turkey-themed display from Mrs. Freire, a featured \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gigglepotz.com\/2009\/09\/17\/bulletin-board-thanksgiving-turkey\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGigglepotz\u003c\/a\u003e bulletin board contributor, that will complement a science or history unit on technology, inventions, and famous inventors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnology-Themed Turkey Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enhance the technological motif, have your students create turkey crafts from recycled compact discs (CDs). Using the disc as the body, provide students with strips of card stock in assorted colors, inviting them to fashion feathers for the turkey (if you desire, have them trim the top edges to make them look like feathers). With the help of a template, have students create a wattle from red card stock, as well as the turkey's head\/neck from brown card stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider creating turkey crafts from old light bulbs. Have students paint the light bulb with brown washable paint then, using felt sheets in assorted colors, have students cut feathers, feet, a beak, and a wattle to glue to the dried light bulb. These crafts could then be strung up to the board using fishing wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThanksgiving Technology 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\"Technology We Are Grateful For!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mrs. Freire decided not to use a bulletin board border, but you might consider adding a Thanksgiving-themed trimmer, a technology-themed bordette, or a plain border in a complimentary color!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Turkey. Create a large circle from light brown Kraft paper to use as the turkey body (add wing detailing with a brown marker) and a small circle for the turkey head. Using 12\" x 18\" sheets of construction or bulletin board paper in assorted colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, and green), draw and cut out feathers for the turkey. With red and orange construction paper, fashion a wattle, a beak, and feet for the turkey and use a black marker to draw eyes onto the turkey cutout. Mount the turkey to the middle of the bulletin board. As you discuss technology and inventions in class, write the various technologies your students are grateful for - e.g. electricity\/light bulb, computers, internet, cars\/transportation, etc - onto the colorful turkey feathers. 2) The Embellishments. Use your student's technology-themed turkey crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBulletin boards provide a great way to reinforce concepts learned in class. Mrs. Freire showed that, with a little ingenuity, unit displays and seasonal\/holiday decorations can be merged for dynamic classroom decor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094585881,"sku":"A1048","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Technology-We-Are-Grateful-For.jpg?v=1522781637"},{"product_id":"falling-into-fall-a1049","title":"Falling Into Fall - Pumpkins \u0026 Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-486  \" title=\"Scarecrow Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-b.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkins and Scarecrow Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lilteacher.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board ideas\u003c\/a\u003e are the ones that, with only minimal alterations, can be used to complement several different units, seasons, or themes. This \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efall bulletin board idea\u003c\/a\u003e from Renée Glashow of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lilteacher.com\/fall.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Renée's Kindergarten Pad\u003c\/a\u003e needs only a slight title change and a few more embellishments to make it a great Thanksgiving display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFalling Into Fall Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 1: Pumpkin Crafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo duplicate the pumpkin patch in Glashow's display, provide your students with orange pumpkin cutouts, various paper pieces in oranges and golds (e.g. foil, art tissue paper, etc.), gold and orange craft glitter, and Mod Podge. Invite them to collage their pumpkin cutouts using the paper pieces and Mod Podge, then carefully sprinkle glitter over the wet glue before it dries. Glashow then laminated each child's craft and scripted their name on it using a brown permanent marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other pumpkin craft ideas, be sure to visit our previous post right here on Bulletin Board Ideas \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1043\/welcome-to-our-pumpkin-patch\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome To Our Pumpkin Patch\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 2: Corn Crafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of Thanksgiving, have your students create corn crafts for the board. Here are several ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Corn Cob. Create a card stock corn template - including both the ear of corn and its husk - inviting students to trace and cut out a cob from yellow card stock and its husk from brown construction paper or card stock. Provide students with buttons in various colors (e.g. red, brown, purple, yellow, white, etc.) and have them attach button \"corn kernels\" to the cob.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunch Bag Indian Corn. Provide students with brown chenille stems, pony beads in various colors, and a brown paper lunch sack. Have each student string 3 pipe cleaners with pony beads. [NOTE: This could be a great time to discuss patterning and complimentary colors!] Place the beaded stems side by side and twist together the excess wire stem at each end. Create a corn \"husk\" by cutting a panel from the lunch bag and rolling\/twisting it until it is a long thin \"stick\". When unrolled the piece of lunch bag should retain the curve and crinkle. Place the beaded stems in the center of the unrolled paper and twist it at each end to secure the \"cob\" inside the \"husk\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopcorn Corn Cob. Create a card stock corn template - including both the ear of corn and its husk - inviting students to trace and cut out a cob from yellow card stock and its husk from brown construction paper or card stock. Provide students with popped popcorn kernels and school glue, inviting them to collage their cob with the popped corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThanksgiving Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue or green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Falling Into Thanksgiving!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall-themed or Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board border. You might also consider a solid trimmer in a complimentary color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. Glashow created a three-dimensional scarecrow using pieces of fabric stuffed with tan raffia. You could also create a dynamic \u003cem\u003etwo\u003c\/em\u003e-dimensional scarecrow using bulletin board paper (or fabric) to fashion clothing and the scarecrow's head, then use the raffia to create hair and add \"straw\" embellishments - at the hem of each pant leg and sleeve as well as at the top and bottom of the scarecrow's shirt. It might also be fun to use construction paper or fun patterned scrapbook papers to create \"patches\" on the scarecrow's clothing. [NOTE: You can use a large tapestry needle and yarn to actually sew the patches on the cutouts!] 2) The Fall Tree. Glashow purchased a large tree cutout and decorated it with vines of silk fall leaves (easily found at your local craft store). You could also freehand a tree cutout onto brown bulletin board paper and have your students make leaf crafts to decorate it. For simple leaf craft ideas, check out our previous posts \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1029\/fall-ing-in-love\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"FALL-ing in Love...\"\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1027\/we-are-jumping-into-fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWe Are Jumping Into Fall\u003c\/a\u003e! 3) The Fence. Freehand a fence cutout on light brown bulletin board paper and use a brown marker to create wood grain detailing. 4) The Pumpkin Patch. Use your students' pumpkin crafts and connect them with a green vine made from construction or bulletin board paper. 5) Thanksgiving Embellishments. Consider adding dried cornstalks at the edges of the board and be sure to add your students' corn crafts to the mix to give it a harvest appearance. You might also consider creating a turkey from bulletin board paper to place in the pumpkin patch!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a few simple tweaks, this fall bulletin board can be transformed into a Thanksgiving harvest display (and provide your students with several fun crafts to boot!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts on this board or about your own Thanksgiving \"decorating style\", so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094749721,"sku":"A1049","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-b.jpg?v=1522781638"},{"product_id":"we-give-thanks-bulletin-board-a1050","title":"We Give Thanks - Thanksgiving Pilgrim Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/We-Give-Thanks.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Pilgrims Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: hummingbirded.com | Peggy Drake\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pilgrim-themed window display featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hummingbirded.com\/thanksgiving.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHummingbird Educational Resources\u003c\/a\u003e not only reminds students of the origins of the holiday, but helps them remember what Thanksgiving is all about! While this holiday decoration was designed and hand-drawn by the talented Peggy Drake, with a little help from your students, you can recreate this festive display for your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePilgrim Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrake opted to draw the pilgrims for her window display, but you could also get your students involved through a classroom craft. Here are a few ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper Plate Pilgrims. Provide students with a small paper plate and multicultural craft paint. Invite them to paint the entire plate to match their skin tone and, when dry, add hair. Next, have students use a black marker to draw a face on their pilgrim. Setting aside their pilgrim heads, have students:\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the outside (wavy) band from a large paper plate, encouraging them to cut it off in one full piece.\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-1.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing how to cut the paper plate\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing their point of entry, have students cut the band in half, take one of the pieces cutting it in half a second time (creating a quarter piece), then take one of those pieces and cut it in half a third time (creating an eighth).\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-2.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing how to cut the paper plate\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents should end up with three band sizes:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 of the band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 of the band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/8 of the band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\t \t \t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-3.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing various paper plate pieces\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\t \t \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll students will create a shirt collar by painting a \"C\" piece black and attaching it to an unpainted \"B\" piece when dry. The shirt collar should be glued to the bottom of the pilgrim head.\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-4.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing how to make a pilgrim collar\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\t \t \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents creating \u003cb\u003egirl pilgrims\u003c\/b\u003e will design a bonnet by attaching an unpainted \"B\" piece to an unpainted \"A\" piece, gluing it at the top of the pilgrim head. \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-5.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing how to create a pilgrim bonnet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\t \t \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents creating \u003cb\u003eboy pilgrims\u003c\/b\u003e will use black, white, and yellow construction paper to create pilgrim hats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll students will then use brown and black construction paper to create pilgrim clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction Paper Pilgrims. Provide students with pilgrim templates like the ones found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftideas.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftideas\u003c\/a\u003e (click \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thanksgiving.craftideas.info\/html\/pilgrim_boy_template.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for the boy template and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thanksgiving.craftideas.info\/html\/pilgrim_girl_template.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for the girl template) and construction paper in the specified colors. Invite your students to trace and cut out their very own pilgrim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWe Give Thanks Bulletin Board\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper (or any other fall shade!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Give Thanks!\" - Drake scripted the title directly onto the background paper, but you can certainly use traditional trace and cut lettering as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drake opted for a borderless display, but you might consider using a Thanksgiving-themed border or a solid bulletin board trimmer in a complimentary color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Pilgrims. Use your students' pilgrim crafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Thanksgiving Feast. Draw a simple table shape - including the tabletop and legs - on light brown Kraft paper. Use a brown marker to create wood grain detailing on the pieces. Freehand food items for the Thanksgiving feast (e.g. turkey, corn, pumpkin pie, potatoes, etc.) onto appropriately colored construction paper or bulletin board paper. 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 food shapes directly onto colored card stock to be cut out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Dialogue Clouds. Created from white bulletin construction paper, design dialogue clouds and pen in the things your students are thankful for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your pilgrim project ideas and what you think of the bulletin board idea, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734095208473,"sku":"A1050","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/We-Give-Thanks.jpg?v=1522781641"},{"product_id":"turkeys-in-disguise-a1051","title":"Turkeys In Disguise Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Turkeys in Disguise board\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-511 \" alt=\"Thanksgiving Turkey Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkeys-in-Disguise-board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lilteacher.com | Renée Glashow\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn my search for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/thanksgiving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThanksgiving bulletin boards\u003c\/a\u003e and displays, I ran across this adorable board at Miss Renée’s Kindergarten Pad! If you're looking for an fun, interactive alternative to your holiday decorations this November, consider this dynamic \"Turkeys in Disguise\" design from Renée Glashow! Charged with the mission of helping their turkey escape their prominent place \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: line-through;\"\u003eat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e as\u003c\/em\u003e Thanksgiving dinner, your students will love the opportunity for creative problem solving, using their imagination, and working with family members to create the best disguise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTurkey Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a turkey template to take home (like the one found ) and have family members help them make a costume for it! A doctor. A ballerina. A baseball player. The possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTurkeys in Disguise Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown or blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Turkeys In Disguise\", \"Turkey? What Turkey?\", \"Where's The Turkey?\", or \"You Won't Find ANY Turkeys Here!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glashow layered two solid wavy bulletin board trimmers in orange and yellow. You might also consider a harvest-themed or Thanksgiving-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Turkeys. Use your students disguised turkey art projects! Be sure to add a label describing what the turkey is dressed up as and the student who designed the costume. 2) Glashow placed a large turkey cutout in the center of the board on which she wrote an explanatory message \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003cem\u003e\"Kindergarten students and parents worked together to disguise turkeys so they won't be eaten for Thanksgiving!\"\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the date the turkey crafts are due, consider having each student present their turkey to the class (a kind of turkey \"show and tell\"), explaining why they chose the disguise, who helped them, what materials they used, etc. After placing the turkeys on the board, have students take a silent vote for the turkey who would most likely evade the cook (remind them that they cannot vote for their own!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe find this bulletin board idea adorable, but we'd love to hear \u003c\/em\u003eyour\u003cem\u003e thoughts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734096191513,"sku":"A1051","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkeys-in-Disguise-board.jpg?v=1522781647"},{"product_id":"game-paddle-turkey-craft-a2247","title":"Game Paddle Turkey Craft","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2441818832.jpg\" alt=\"Wild Turkey strut\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Steve Voght\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/22806008@N07\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSteve Voght\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Wild Turkey strut'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/22806008@N07\/2441818832\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, consider revitalizing your traditional turkey crafts with this vibrant design from Vanessa at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillyeaglebooks.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSilly Eagle Books\u003c\/a\u003e! She ingeniously uses a child's toy game paddle for its base and dynamic \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escrapbook paper\u003c\/a\u003e to create a beautifully festive craft and classroom decoration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with some exciting Thanksgiving reading -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCranberry Thanksgiving\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Harry Devlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Little Engine That Could Saves the Thanksgiving Day Parade\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Watty Piper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanksgiving at the Tappleton’s\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Eileen Spinelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver the River and Through the Wood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Lydia Maria Child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver the River: A Turkey's Tale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Derek Anderson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatty’s Pumpkin Patch\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Teri Sloat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- a great Thanksgiving lesson and some turkey-themed printable activities like these -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3314\/thanksgiving-turkey-pattern\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThanksgiving Turkey Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e - (perfect for teaching colors, pre-writing skills, shapes, counting and much more!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3313\/alphabet-turkey-hunt\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlphabet Turkey Hunt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3312\/turkey-lurkey-color-match-file-folder-game\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTurkey Lurkey Color Match Game\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- your students are sure to have a blast and get into the holiday spirit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillyeaglebooks.com\/2010\/11\/kids-thanksgiving-craft-paddle-turkey.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSilly Eagle Books: kids thanksgiving craft: paddle turkey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Thanksgiving-themed \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-98-teacher-resource-books.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher resource books\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more, be sure to visit MPM School Supplies!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096257049,"sku":"A2247","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2441818832.jpg?v=1522781647"},{"product_id":"printed-leaf-art-project-a2249","title":"Printed Leaf Art Project","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/503948581.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow leaves\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2004 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for John Talbot\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/20683202@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJohn Talbot\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Yellow leaves'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/20683202@N00\/503948581\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the last bits of fall are slipping away to herald in snow and colder weather, before the Thanksgiving holiday arrives, try squeezing a bit more \"autumn\" out of the year with a last leaf printing project (let's face it - a whole \u003cem\u003eyear\u003c\/em\u003e is a long time to wait for this beautiful season to make its way around again!). Jacquelien, art teacher and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsartists.blogspot.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Artists\u003c\/a\u003e, offers just the project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Dried, pressed leaves\n- Black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaint sponges\u003c\/a\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: This project will only work if fall leaves have been collected ahead of time, dried, and pressed (i.e. between heavy books, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Printing: Basic Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the back of a dried, pressed fall leaf (the side with the raised stem and veins) with white tempera paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully place the painted leaf on the black construction paper or card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a clean sheet of paper towel on hand to cover the leaf, carefully pressing down on the towel and leaf with a flat palm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat this process until you have the desired number of leaf prints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacquelien suggests sponge painting the background with a cool color then coloring the leaf prints with colored pencils (in fall colors!) once the white paint has dried. You'll end up with a magnificent project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsartists.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/printed-leaves.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Artists: Printed leaves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096584729,"sku":"A2249","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/503948581.jpg?v=1522781649"},{"product_id":"homemade-candle-holders-a2250","title":"Homemade Candle Holders","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommyme-thewonderyears.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/recycled-can-craft-hammered-candle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2224 \" title=\"Hammered Candle Holders\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hammered-Candle-Holders.jpg\" alt=\"votive candle holders made of recycled cans\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Wonder Years\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your students are sure to remember the wonderful Thanksgiving meal and playing with their cousins, many may overlook the preparation and hard work that their mothers, grandmothers, etc. put into making the holiday plans, meal, and decorations for their families to enjoy! This holiday season, remind your students to \"thank the hostess\" with this fun candle holder craft from Amy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommyme-thewonderyears.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/recycled-can-craft-hammered-candle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Wonder Years\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled cans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall hammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNail (with a large head)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1418-safety-goggles.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSafety goggles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTowel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrepare the recycled cans as directed in Amy's full post.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eInvite several adults to help during this craft. While students will likely be able to make holes independently, for safety purposes, it's best to have more pairs of eyes on hand!\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHave students draw their desired designs on the can \u003c\/em\u003ebefore\u003cem\u003e making holes.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsider sponge painting the can with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1791-metallic-tempera-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emetallic paint\u003c\/a\u003e for an \"antique\" look.\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with one orange votive candle and several pieces of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21902-design-paper-autumn-harvest-50-sht-8-12-x-11.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eharvest paper\u003c\/a\u003e or stationary. On Thanksgiving day, have students (without the knowledge of the hostess) pass out the stationary to family and friends, inviting them to write a note of thanks for the hostess. Encourage them to have the cards collected, folded, and placed inside the hammered candle holder before sitting down for the meal, presenting the gift as the whole family sits down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is wonderful exercise to teach your students to appreciate the people in their lives who do so much for them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommyme-thewonderyears.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/recycled-can-craft-hammered-candle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Wonder Years: A Recycled Can Craft: Hammered Candle Holders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096650265,"sku":"A2250","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hammered-Candle-Holders.jpg?v=1522781650"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-september-a3727","title":"Hand Print Calendar: September","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg\" alt=\"september calendar page with fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeptember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn September, most kids are headed back to school - engrossed by thoughts of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, school buses, and the new school year! Bring this theme to your September calendar page with a hand and fingerprint apple tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8637-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8634-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4916-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17628-construction-paper-12-x-18-white-bright-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Apple Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to dip the tip of their finger into a shallow bowl of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8255-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e then make a series of fingerprints (in the shape of an oval) to one side of their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6012-sunworks0174-white-construction-paper-12-x-18.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1301.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students coat one finger with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1302.jpg\" alt=\"finger painted with brown tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage students to press their entire finger to the paper, directly under the freshly created \"leaves\" to create a tree trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1303.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves and brown finger print tree trunk\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the tree trunk and leaves have dried, invite students to dip the tip of their finger into \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable red paint\u003c\/a\u003e and create \"apples\" on and around the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1314.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeptember Good Morning Song\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the school.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the pencils and pens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the teacher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the kids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to learning with my friends.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099468313,"sku":"A3727","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-october-a3728","title":"Hand Print Calendar: October","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg\" alt=\"homemade october calendar with hand print bat and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOctober\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its Halloween festivities, October brings goblins, and witches, and ghosts, oh my! So what better way to decorate your October calendar page than with a spooky holiday character - a hand print bat, spider, or Jack-o'-lantern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8258-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17638-construction-ppr-bright-white-9x12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBat Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4390-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1306.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5962-prang-tempera-paint-white-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e and round foam \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 to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4493-crayola0174-washable-broad-line-markers-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and color in both wings and ears for the bat and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1324.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween bat made from a hand print\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Black Bats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive black bats ready to soar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne stayed behind, now there are four.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour black bats hanging from a tree;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell down, now there are three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree black bats wondering what to do,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne flew away and now there are two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo black bats sitting in the sun,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell asleep leaving only one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne lonesome bat, with no place to go,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWent hiding in a cave,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow there are zero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~Shel Silverstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Spider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8257-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6467-prang-fun-pro-watercolor-markers-8-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpider Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8638-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the right edge of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1305.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e and a round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4962-starter-brush-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrush\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw eight legs, the \"web\" detail, and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1325.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print spider\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpider, Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her silken thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her little web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17680-riv-gw-9x12-white-50ct-50.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJack-O-Lantern Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7875-sharpie-twin-tip-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack marker\u003c\/a\u003e to draw a stem and face for the jack-o-lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1315.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print jack-o-lantern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJack-o-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack-o-lantern, Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are such a funny sight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you sit there by the window,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking out into the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou were once a sturdy pumpkin,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing on a curly vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow you are a Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the night you shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever character you choose, your students are sure to have fun adding to their calendar art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099599385,"sku":"A3728","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"weve-got-the-scoop-on-fun-back-to-school-door-display-a1166","title":"We've Got the Scoop on FUN! - Ice Cream Classroom Door Decorating Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2269\" title=\"Ice-Cream-Door-BBI\" alt=\"Summer or Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-Door-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe've got the \"scoop\" on next year's welcome door display! Try this adorable ice cream sundae board, complete with dynamic colors, fun craft, and refreshing summer theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIce Cream Sundaes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2271\" title=\"Ice-Cream-1a\" alt=\"Back To School Ice Cream Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-1a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eProvide your kiddos with the ice cream sundae template, inviting them to trace and cut sundae bowls and scoops of ice cream from the card stock. You might also consider printing the templates directly onto colored paper for your students to cut out.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2272\" title=\"Ice-Cream-2a\" alt=\"Ice Cream Back To School Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-2a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHave students arrange their bowls and scoops, gluing them together.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2273\" title=\"Ice-Cream-5a\" alt=\"Ice Cream Back To School Welcome Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-5a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eUsing empty plastic condiment squeeze bottles full of brown craft paint, have your students add \"hot fudge\" to their sundaes, sprinkling colorful baking sprinkles over the wet paint. Set aside to dry.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2274\" title=\"Ice-Cream-7\" alt=\"Back To School Ice Cream Theme Door Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-7.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhen dry, mount the sundae onto a piece of card stock. Using homemade puffy paint [i.e. equal parts craft glue and shaving cream], have your kiddos add \"whipped cream\" to their sundaes along with a red pom pom \"cherry\". Set aside to dry. When dry, cut out the ice cream cutouts for your bulletin board! [NOTE: If you're worried about the puffy paint, you could also glue cotton balls to the top of the sundae to create the whipped cream.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Scoop on Fun Door Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light pink bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"_______________ [Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203, Kindergarten, etc] Has The Scoop On Fun!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed. If you want to tie everything together, you might consider a solid complimentary color trimmer or a homemade border of \"maraschino cherry\" cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' ice cream sundae crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to leave a comment with your feedback and catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120210457,"sku":"A1166","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-Door-BBI.jpg?v=1522781792"},{"product_id":"cookin-up-something-good-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1165","title":"Cookin' Up Something Good! - Back to School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Grill-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis welcome\/back to school bulletin board display brings a bit of summer to the classroom with a fun cook-out theme! Best of all, it provides a super fun craft activity to kick off the first week of school!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Burgers and Fries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to pick a partner {or create pairs beforehand}, having them help each other paint their fingers\/palm with the following colors [See picture above]:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb\/pinky finger = tan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointer finger = green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle finger = red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing finger = brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The picture and sample craft was made using an adult hand. For a child-size print, be sure to paint the entire fingers as well.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students carefully place their painted hand off to one side on the paper plate, press it to the paper, and carefully peel it away to reveal a print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter washing their hand, have your kiddos dip the length of their pointer finger into a shallow dish of yellow paint, pressing it to the plate to create a print (on the opposite side of their hand print). Have them complete this process several times, dipping their finger in the paint when needed. Set the paper plate aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce dry, invite your students to use a black marker to add the detailing to their hand print burger and finger print french fries - the bun, burger patty, tomato, lettuce, and \"crinkle\" of the crinkle fries!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-5.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCookin' Up Something Good!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper or a red checkered plastic \"cook-out\" table cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"_______________ [Kindergarten's, Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203 Is, etc] Cookin' Up Something Good!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid red trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Grill. Draw or trace a large half circle onto a piece of black bulletin board paper. [Optional: Add \"dimension\" to the grill by adding a flat\/skinny gray oval to the top.] Cut three long strips of black paper to create the grill \"legs\", adding \"wheels\" to two of the legs. 2) The Plates of Food. Use your kiddos' crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We appreciate your feedback so be sure to check out our comment section below or find us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120472601,"sku":"A1165","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Grill-BBI.jpg?v=1522781793"},{"product_id":"put-your-best-foot-forward-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1179","title":"Put Your Best Foot Forward... - Back To School Shoe Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2433\" title=\"Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Back To School Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHelp your kiddos set goals for a successful school year with this awesome bulletin board idea we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ilovethatteachingidea.com\/ideas\/020109_a_twist_on_put_your_best_foot_forward.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Love That Teaching Idea\u003c\/a\u003e {submitted by an Arizona homeschooler}. It's never too early to get your students involved in their own education, planning practical steps \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e can take for academic improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShoe Projects\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding to the appeal of the board with some cutesy word play, have your students decorate a shoe and answer one {or all!} of the following prompts...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'm going to put my 'heart-n-\u003cem\u003esole\u003c\/em\u003e' into...\" ~ Have students list a subject\/topic that they enjoy and look forward to studying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'll put my 'best foot' forward by...\" ~ Invite students to think of something that will set them up for success in their new learning environment. For example,\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by coming to class prepared.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by being respectful of my teacher and my classmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by being a good listener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"From head to 'toe'...watch me GROW!\" ~ Have your kiddos choose a subject\/topic that, in past years has been challenging, and make a commitment to see growth\/improvement by putting all these goals into practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'll keep my grades 'in step' by...\" ~ Invite your students to list a practical step they can take to keep their grades up. For instance,\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by turning homework in on time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by writing all assignments, test dates, etc. in my planner so I don't forget anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by asking questions when I don't understand something.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: At I Love That Teaching Idea, you can find shoe templates that already have these wonderful prompts listed on them so be sure to head over for the download!!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePut Your Best Foot Forward Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e The above image shows white bulletin board paper, but you can certainly use another color of your choice!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Put Your Best Foot Forward...Goals for the new school year!\" ~ Use traditional bulletin board letters or computer generated signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or a back to school theme border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eHave your students draw and decorate their own shoe, penning the prompt and their response on the side, or download the awesome templates from I Love That Teaching Idea to save some time. Arrange your kiddos' shoes around the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: This could be a great activity to do at \"Meet the Teacher Night\". Parents will get to see what goals their children are setting and can help them stay accountable. Also, the board will then be fully decorated with student-created work for the first day of school! If you don't have time to complete this activity before the start of school, consider creating example shoes to place on the board so that it's not blank when your kiddos walk in!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-217-bulletin-board-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBackground paper\u003c\/a\u003e in your choice of color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-153-bulletin-board-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary colored \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\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e {to print reproducible shoe templates or for drawing}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola crayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734123749401,"sku":"A1179","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI.jpg?v=1522781810"},{"product_id":"fabulous-faces-interactive-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1184","title":"\"Fabulous Faces!\" - Interactive Back To School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Fabulous-Faces-BBI\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2475  \" alt=\"Back to School Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eAdapted using art selections from artabroad.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found the original idea for this bulletin board over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artabroad.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/who-am-i-third-grade-self-portraits.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Abroad\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog created by elementary art teacher, Stephanie Melachrinos, and thought it would be a fantastic interactive \"welcome back\" bulletin board and \"get-to-know you\" activity for your new students {the whole \"two birds with one stone\" saying comes to mind!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the fabulous art lesson at Art Abroad to have your kiddos make self-portraits with paper on the first day of school {or with the help of their parents at \"Meet the Teacher\" night!}. Select several of the finished portraits to display on your bulletin board, along with a number, one through _____ {depends on how many posters fit on your bulletin board}. Create a worksheet, like the example below, inviting your students to fill in the names of their classmates. Display a second group of portraits the next day and repeat the activity until every student's portrait has been displayed. This is a great way for your kiddos to learn each others' names, as well as start to put names with faces! \u003cimg title=\"Fabulous-Faces-BBI-Handout\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2478\" alt=\"Back To School Activity for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI-Handout.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Fabulous Faces!\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange bulletin board paper (or another complimentary color of your choice!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Fabulous Faces of _______________ [Kindergarten, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc]!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple complimentary solid color border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' self-portraits!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange bulletin board paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack solid wavy trimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction paper in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe appreciate your visit and would love to hear your thoughts about our site so leave us a comment below! :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. Here's a picture of Stephanie's original display that inspired the design above...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"DSC_0498\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2487\" alt=\"Art Room and Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC_0498.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: artabroad.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe tacked a name card under each picture, creating flaps for students and teachers to flip up after they'd made a guess.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734124666905,"sku":"A1184","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI.jpg?v=1522781814"},{"product_id":"beautiful-felt-leaf-garland-for-fall-a2369","title":"Beautiful Felt Leaf Garland for Fall","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3264 \" title=\"Fall-Leaf-Garland\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Leaf-Garland.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Fall Classroom Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: abeautifulmess.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan you believe that fall is almost here?! Soon Halloween\/harvest activities will be the name of the game, so here's a super cute felt leaf garland to get you started! We found it at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/abeautifulmess.typepad.com\/my_weblog\/2011\/09\/fall-leaves-garland-diy-project-.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Beautiful Mess\u003c\/a\u003e and couldn't resist sharing (just in case there are those of you who like to get started early!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-625-felt-sheets-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFelt sheets\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-761-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-682-yarn.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/a\u003e or embroidery thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith simple stitches and a few knots, you can create your own leaf garland that will look fantastic as a bulletin board border, hanging from the ceiling, bordering the door, as a decoration for your desk, or any other place you can think to string it up!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFind more pictures at A Beautiful Mess!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126501913,"sku":"A2369","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Leaf-Garland.jpg?v=1522781824"},{"product_id":"getting-artsy-outdoors-lots-of-great-projects-a2371","title":"Getting Artsy Outdoors - Lots of Great Projects!","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere in Northeast Ohio the weather has begun to change and we thought it appropriate to highlight some of the fun artsy activities you can do outside {before it's too late!}. We were thrilled to happen upon this article by Catherine Oehlman, creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/squigglemum.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSquiggleMum\u003c\/a\u003e, and guest blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/childhood101.com\/2011\/04\/kids-art-20-ways-to-get-arty-outdoors\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChildhood 101\u003c\/a\u003e. She offers tons of fantastic ideas for getting creative in the great outdoors! We especially loved...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-3279\" title=\"Nature-Weaving\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nature-Weaving.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Fine Motor Weaving Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: squigglemum.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature Weavings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat a phenomenal concept! Simply wrap yarn\/string around a large piece of cardboard and go on a treasure hunt for long leaves, feathers, pieces of bark, flowers, and other natural items to weave through the string. These turned out spectacular!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-3280\" title=\"Rubbing-Drawings\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rubbing-Drawings.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Science Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: squigglemum.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Rubbings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking leaf rubbings is one of our favorite outdoor crafts, but Catherine takes it to a whole new level by having her kiddos use the leaves to create other objects, animals, etc. We just adore these butterflies and love the added creativity! Of course, for older students, creating various leaf rubbings in a science journal and using the prints to determine what types of leaves were discovered is also a viable and rewarding exercise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThese are just two of the \u003cstrong\u003e20\u003c\/strong\u003e projects Catherine talks about in her article, \u003cem\u003e20 Ways To Get Artsy Outdoors\u003c\/em\u003e, at Childhood 101 - don't miss out on her other suggestions!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126764057,"sku":"A2371","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Nature-Weaving.jpg?v=1522781826"},{"product_id":"marbled-fall-leaves-a2374","title":"Marbled Fall Leaves","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3297\" title=\"leaves 026\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leaves-026.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Leaves Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: adventures-in-mommy-land.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you been experiencing fall weather yet? Here in Northeast Ohio, the temperatures have begun to drop and we've had to pull out some long pants and sweaters! With fall on the brain {and seeing that the leaves have started to change in our area}, we were feeling inspired by these marbled fall leaves from Charlene at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/adventures-in-mommy-land.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/marbled-leaves.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAdventures-In-Mommy-Land\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e leaf cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaving cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in fall colors {\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12242-sargent-artreg-art-timereg-washable-tempera-paint-gallon-redspectral-red-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12241-sargent-artreg-art-timereg-washable-tempera-paint-gallon-orangespectral-orange-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12240-sargent-artreg-art-timereg-washable-tempera-paint-gallon-yellowspectral-yellow-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2898-sargent-art0174-washable-watercolor-magic-6-color-metallic-assortment.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egold\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueegee or cookie sheet scraper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharlene shows you how to \"mix up\" some fun puffy shaving cream paint in order to create beautiful marble printed leaves! String the finished product onto some yarn for a festive garland, have your kiddos write a fall note to someone special on the dried cutouts, use the leaf cutouts to decorate an autumn bulletin board - the possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Adventures-In-Mommy-Land for the full tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127222809,"sku":"A2374","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/leaves-026.jpg?v=1522781828"},{"product_id":"a-beginners-lesson-on-hibernation-a3834","title":"A Beginners Lesson on Hibernation","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hibernation.jpg\" alt=\"Fall or Winter Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" title=\"Hibernation\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1291\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: puppylovepreschool.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile hibernation certainly goes with winter lessons, it's also a great concept to pull out during the fall season through a \"winter preparedness\" lesson of sorts. You can discuss with your kiddos how bears {and lots of other animals} use the warmer months to prepare for the long winter season by storing food {for those animals that do not hibernate}, eating more food to build fat stores\/warmth {for those animals that DO hibernate}, building warm\/secure homes, etc. Charge your students with the task of making observations whenever they're outside, reporting to the class any winter preparations\/changes they see...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Yesterday, my dad and I saw lots of geese flying south.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"At the park, I saw a squirrel with an acorn.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"My dog's coat is getting thicker.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also found this fun hibernation lesson at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puppylovepreschool.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/preschool-hibernation-nature-theme-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePuppy Love Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e that your students are sure to love. It includes lots of great literature, creating a fun cave for you and your students, making bear habitats from recycled materials, a cutesy song, and an outdoor adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to head on over to Puppy Love Preschool for more details - and to find out the difference between \u003cem\u003ehibernation\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003etorpor\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127452185,"sku":"A3834","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hibernation.jpg?v=1522781830"},{"product_id":"owl-themed-fall-bulletin-board-a1210","title":"Owl Themed Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Themed-Fall-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Fall or Autumn Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.misseberhartsclass.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bulletin board created by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.misseberhartsclass.com\/bulletin_boards.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMs. Eberhart\u003c\/a\u003e combines two of our favorite things - fall and owls! Brilliantly simple and conveniently created using student-made crafts, we think this is the perfect fall themed 'transitional' decoration for the time between back-to-school and Halloween ...'Whoooo' are we kidding? It's so cute, you might just consider leaving it up throughout the fall season!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOwl Themed Bulletin 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 \"___________ [Kindergarten, Room 203, Science, etc.] Is A Hoot!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall themed trimmer, fall leaf cutouts, or silk fall leaf garland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Owls. Use student-created crafts! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dltk-kids.com\/animals\/mbagowl.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDLTK-Kids\u003c\/a\u003e offers a fantastic tutorial and template for created the paper bag owls. You might also check out \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftjr.com\/paper-bag-crafts-for-halloween\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft Jr\u003c\/a\u003e - they offer several variations of the craft as well! 2) The Leaves. Fill any empty space on your bulletin board with leaf cutouts. Simply print clip art images of leaves onto card stock and cut them out, create a card stock template to trace\/cut leaves from construction paper, or purchase fall leaf accents from your favorite teacher supply store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We love hearing from you, so be sure to let us know how we're doing below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127583257,"sku":"A1210","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Owl-Themed-Fall-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781831"},{"product_id":"fall-fingerpainting-create-an-autumn-tree-a2376","title":"Fall Fingerpainting - Create an Autumn Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe just \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the colors of fall - reds, oranges, yellows, golds, and browns - all mixed together to create a beautiful natural landscape! Add a bit of autumn to your craft station with one of these fun fall tree fingerpainting projects! The theory is the same, but each craft offers a unique take on the project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3307  \" title=\"handprint-fall-tree-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/handprint-fall-tree-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree Crafts for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariation #1: Hand Print \u0026amp; Fingerprint Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this project from Amanda Formaro of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/fall-fingerprint-tree.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e students get their whole arm into the painting process, creating the trunk and tree limbs from their arm and hand, and filling the branches with fingerprint leaves in various autumn colors. If you mount the finished product onto pieces of colored construction paper, they'll look great on the classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3309\" title=\"fingerprint-fall-tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fingerprint-fall-tree.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.allkidsnetwork.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariation #2: Toilet Paper Roll Fall Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a three-dimensional variation {and less mess since your kiddos won't be dipping their whole arm into the paint}, create this adorable fall tree craft from the creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/fall\/fall-tree.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e. They'll still get some sensory fun, creating fingerprint fall leaves, as well as build their fine motor coordination as they cut out the tree top template from the recycled cereal box. The finished products would look great sitting along the windowsill or a book shelf!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to these great crafting sites for the tutorials!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127648793,"sku":"A2376","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/handprint-fall-tree-1.jpg?v=1522781831"},{"product_id":"getting-started-on-a-fall-leaf-book-a2377","title":"Getting Started On a Fall Leaf Book","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3313\" title=\"fall-leaf-book\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fall-leaf-book.jpg\" alt=\"Fall or Autumn Science Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.squidoo.com | jkvkdailey\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the leaves haven't started to fall yet, now is the perfect time to begin preparations for an autumn 'leaf book' project. Take a walk outside, identifying the different types of trees in your area. Take or find pictures of the trees, introducing them and the various leaf shapes to your kiddos. This way, when the leaves begin to fall, your students will have working knowledge of the \"samples\" they'll be collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e in various colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-395-contact-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econtact paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-320-staplers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStapler\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe process is quite simple - be sure to visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.squidoo.com\/fall-crafts-for-kids\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSquidoo\u003c\/a\u003e for the full directions - and it results in a fun fall keepsake. For older learners, consider having them create labels identifying each leaf {i.e. oak, maple, etc.} or use one of their collected samples to create a scientific diagram of the parts of a leaf - leafstalk, midrib, veins, etc. As your kiddos work, talk about why leaves change color in the fall and charge your students to keep their leaf books to compare their samples to the leaves they find in the spring and summer months.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127747097,"sku":"A2377","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fall-leaf-book.jpg?v=1522781831"},{"product_id":"trick-or-treatsmell-my-feet-interactive-halloween-bulletin-board-a1211","title":"Trick or Treat...Smell My Feet! - Interactive Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2834 \" title=\"Trick-or-Treat-Halloween-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Trick-or-Treat-Halloween-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: doodlebugsteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow utterly adorable is this Halloween bulletin board design from Kacey at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/doodlebugsteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/trick-or-treat-smell-my-feet-bulletin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDoodle Bugs Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e?! Not only do we love the interactive component {and are certain your kiddos will too!}, the poem is a definite 'attention getter' and the student-created elements are sure to be right up every busy teacher's alley! {On a side note...isn't 'busy teacher' kind-of a misnomer? That's pretty much a given, right?!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrick or Treat Interactive Bulletin 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 It's a rhyme actually...and Kacey adorably scripted it onto a piece of black background paper with chalk!\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Trick or Treat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #993366;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Smell my feet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #99cc00;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Can you guess who's\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e under the sheet?!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary purple wavy trimmer or Halloween themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your kiddos make simple construction paper ghosts, mounting them with a single line of glue along the top of the cutout onto a piece of black construction paper. Have students paste a picture of themselves underneath the ghost \"flap\". This creates the interactive component of the bulletin board - students are charged with the task of guessing which of their classmates is beneath the 'sheet'!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe thought this was a simple and fun way to add some color to your walls this Halloween season! We guarantee your students will have a blast too =)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127812633,"sku":"A1211","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Trick-or-Treat-Halloween-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781832"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-garland-for-fall-a2379","title":"Pumpkin Garland for Fall!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3324 \" title=\"Pumpkin-Garland\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Garland.jpg\" alt=\"Fall or Halloween Classroom Decoration and Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.bhg.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow adorable is this pumpkin garland we found at Better Homes and Gardens?! Perfect for the home or classroom, tailor the message to fit any theme\/holiday from now until Thanksgiving!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5996-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7176-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5991-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4183-binder-clips-1-14-wide-medium-58-capacity.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBinder clips\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-338-mini-spring-clothespins-natural.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emini clothespins\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-153-bulletin-board-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetter templates\u003c\/a\u003e or word processing software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first step is to determine your message...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple fall theme... \"Welcome Fall!\", \"Happy Fall!\", \"Falling Into Fall\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd jack-o-lantern accents and a Halloween message\/words... \"Happy Halloween!\", \"Trick or Treat!\", \"Boo*Spooky*Eeeeek!\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomething for Thanksgiving... \"Happy Harvest!\", \"Happy Thanksgiving!\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCreate your pumpkins - we suggest using brown accents for a fall\/Thanksgiving theme and black for a Halloween theme - arranging your cutesy garland on a bulletin board, window, or even a door frame.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to BHG for the full tutorial and get creating!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128074777,"sku":"A2379","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Garland.jpg?v=1522781834"},{"product_id":"3-unique-takes-on-the-fall-tree-craft-a2380","title":"3 Unique Takes on the Fall Tree Craft!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've been frequenting one of our favorite inspiration site {Pinterest, of course!} for fun fall craft ideas and stumbled upon these three unique fall tree crafts. Fingerprint fall trees can be super cute, but if you're looking for something a little different this year, check these out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3332\" title=\"Fall-Tree-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Tree-1.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn and Fall Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: messypreschoolers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollage\/Mosaic Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith simple paper scraps, your students can create some dynamic autumn trees like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/toddlerapproved.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/snippin-fall-foliage.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved\u003c\/a\u003e {we found via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/messypreschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/its-playtime-falling-for-fall.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMessy Kids\u003c\/a\u003e}! We think this is a great activity for toddler\/preschool age children - as they tear and\/or cut the paper, they'll develop much needed fine motor skills, and they'll strengthen visual discrimination and problem solving skills as they arrange the scraps into a discernible shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3333 \" title=\"Fall-Tree-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Tree-2.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin Seed Fall Tree Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: naturenest.wordpress.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Seed Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/naturenest.wordpress.com\/2008\/11\/11\/pumpkin-seed-mosaic-art-a-fall-kids-craft\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Little Nature Nest\u003c\/a\u003e invites you to use dyed pumpkin seeds to create a fabulous fall tree! This is a great way to include natural elements in your artwork and it just \u003cem\u003efits\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3334\" title=\"Fall-Tree-3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Tree-3.jpg\" alt=\"Noodle Autumn Tree Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoodle Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim, contributing writer to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2011\/09\/fall-noodle-tree-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e, suggests adding some food and gross motor skill building to the project - using crushed dry pasta {either dyed with fall colors or purchasing pre-colored 'veggie' pasta} to create your fall foliage! What a fun alternative!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just the\u003c\/em\u003e tip \u003cem\u003eof the iceberg {so to speak}. You can find all sorts of creative takes on this traditional project around the web! Be sure to check these out and shake up your fall art plan!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128402457,"sku":"A2380","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Tree-1.jpg?v=1522781835"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-week-activities-a3018","title":"Pumpkin Week Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1233  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Glif1.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Math and Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ms. White\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're sure you have lots of pumpkin lesson ideas for fall, but we thought that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherweb.com\/AL\/AppalachianElementary\/MsWhitesClass\/apt39.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMs. White\u003c\/a\u003e did a fantastic job putting together this activity set for her first graders and thought we'd pass it along, just in case you needed a bit of new inspiration. Crafts, literacy, math, science - this is the whole package! Here's a highlight of our two favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Glyphs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlyphs are a fantastic math tool, offering a unique way to collect and display data. In the spirit of fall, Ms. White invited her kiddos to answer the various questions about pumpkins...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever eaten pumpkin seeds?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWould you carve a funny or scary face on your pumpkin?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...in order to \u003cem\u003ebuild\u003c\/em\u003e a pumpkin that would uniquely represent them! Once on the wall, students can tell just by looking at the pumpkins {and the number of buttons, the color of the patches, etc.} how their classmates answered the questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Predictions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a popular activity, but we think it's great fun! Introduce or review the concept of making predictions by using pumpkins...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict how much the pumpkin will weigh - with and without the inside \"goop\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuess the circumference of the pumpking {using yarn to measure and see who was the closest}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict how many pumpkin seeds will be found inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuess whether a pumpkin will sink or float when placed in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great, hands-on math activity that never seems to get old with the kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Ms. White's classroom website to see what else she has in store for pumpkin week!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128500761,"sku":"A3018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Glif1.jpg?v=1522781836"},{"product_id":"gourd-geous-students-fall-bulletin-board-idea-a1215","title":"Gourd-geous Students! - Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2863\" title=\"gourdgeous_students\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gourdgeous_students.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.musicbulletinboards.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought this bulletin board from Phyllis, design contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/boards\/gourdgeous%20students.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e, would be perfect for the fall season! The kiddos get to create a fun craft and we \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e that the pumpkins look like they've been \"carved\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Carving\" Pumpkins\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with brown, green, orange, and yellow construction paper. Invite them to draw and cut out a pumpkin shape from the orange paper or provide them with a pumpkin template to trace. On the yellow construction paper, have your students draw what they want \"carved\" onto the face of their pumpkin - their name, their favorite animal, a Halloween figure, etc. When happy with the result, invite your students to cut out the image and glue it to their pumpkin cutout, adding a stem cut from the green construction paper and mounting the entire pumpkin onto the brown paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGourd-geous Students 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 \"Gourd-geous Students!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halloween or fall themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' carved pumpkin crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt's crazy that Halloween is just around the corner! Be sure to take a look at our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/fall\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFall\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/halloween\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHalloween\u003c\/a\u003e categories for some inspiration and, as always, we'll be working to find more unique ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128599065,"sku":"A1215","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/gourdgeous_students.jpg?v=1522781837"},{"product_id":"paper-spider-web-tutorial-a2381","title":"Paper Spider Web Tutorial","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3338\" title=\"spider-webs\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spider-webs.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: afancifultwist.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll I can say is, wow! Vanessa, paper spider web extraordinaire and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/afancifultwist.typepad.com\/a_fanciful_twist\/2010\/09\/wickedly-wonderful-paper-spider-webs-2-tutorials.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Fanciful Twist\u003c\/a\u003e, not only created these fabulous fall\/Halloween decorations, but provides a fantastic tutorial on how to make them for yourself! While they may not be able to attempt the trickier designs, we think the simple web cutout would even be a great exercise for your elementary students - they'll learn to follow directions {to the letter!}, hone fine motor coordination, and have a blast exploring the cause\/effect relationship of their snips and cuts on the folded paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinter paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray paint in assorted colors {glitter and regular}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest letting the kiddos do the cutting part, then take the finished webs home to spray paint {mostly because of the mess and the fumes!}. When completely dry, string the webs together to create a festive garland, hang the cutouts from a door\/window frame or ceiling, or use them as fabulous bulletin board decorations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou don't want to miss this awesome tutorial so be sure to head over to A Fanciful Twist and get started!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128631833,"sku":"A2381","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spider-webs.jpg?v=1522781837"},{"product_id":"halloween-tree-centerpiece-or-classroom-decoration-a2383","title":"Halloween Tree Centerpiece or Classroom Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3360 \" title=\"Foam-Halloween-Tree-Centerpiece\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Foam-Halloween-Tree-Centerpiece.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Classroom Decoration and Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.iheartnaptime.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow fabulous is this?! We think it would work great as a centerpiece for your classroom Halloween party, or even as a cutesy decoration to set out on your desk or windowsill for the holiday season! This crafty goodness comes from Jamielyn of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartnaptime.net\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI {Heart} Nap Time\u003c\/a\u003e, so be sure to head on over there for the tutorial!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge sheets of black craft foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalloween foam cutouts or orange and white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-282-wonderfoam-10-large-sheets-in-assorted-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efoam sheets\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spooky tree will be cut from the large sheets of black craft foam - simply find a clip art image or template online {enlarge if needed}, cut the image in half, and trace the half-tree onto a large sheet of craft foam. Complete this tracing process four times, then construct the tree by attaching the four pieces together. To finish the decoration, fill the empty branches with Halloween themed foam cutouts - ghosts, pumpkins, leaves, etc. You might be able to find prefabricated cutouts at your local craft or teachers supply store or you could find a template online and use it to trace and cut your own cutouts from craft foam. Super simple, super cute, and super festive!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit I {Heart} Nap Time for this and other\u003c\/em\u003e fabulous \u003cem\u003ecrafts\/DIY projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128861209,"sku":"A2383","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Foam-Halloween-Tree-Centerpiece.jpg?v=1522781839"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-glyphs-festive-fall-bulletin-board-a1219","title":"Pumpkin Glyphs - Festive Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2886 \" title=\"Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Smith\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlyphs offer a fun and unique way to collect and display data. We found this adorable pumpkin glyph bulletin board at Mrs. Smith's first grade \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherweb.com\/AL\/UnionHillSchool\/Smith\/apt4.stm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom page\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would make a festive fall display for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Glyphs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a list of questions for your kiddos to answer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever eaten pumpkin seeds?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich do you like better - chocolate, caramels, or candy corn?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat kind of Halloween stories do you prefer - scary, funny, or gross?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any glyph, the way students answer each of the questions, determines the materials used when decorating their pumpkin cutout. For instance, a \"yes\" answer to the first question might result in dark green leaves, while a \"no\" answer results in light\/lime green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a look at these awesome scarecrow glyph crafts too! The bulletin board would look cute with some of these as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2887  \" title=\"Scarecrow-Glyphs\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Glyphs.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Smith\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Glyph 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 \"Fall Fun!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or Halloween border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' pumpkin glyph crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We love hearing from you, so be sure to leave us a comment below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129156121,"sku":"A1219","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB.jpg?v=1522781840"},{"product_id":"beautiful-fall-tree-crafts-for-kids-a2384","title":"Beautiful Fall Tree Crafts for Kids!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat do buttons and scrapbook paper have in common? They make \u003cem\u003efabulous\u003c\/em\u003e fall leaves for an awesome {and unique!} autumn tree craft! Check out these fantastic projects...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3365 \" title=\"Button-Fall-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Button-Fall-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: meetthedubiens.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJill of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/meetthedubiens.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/fall-button-branch.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMeet the Dubiens\u003c\/a\u003e created this adorable fall button branch - with an actual tree branch! The groupings of colorful buttons are super cutesy and we think this is something even the littlest crafters can do {after a talk about not putting buttons in their mouth, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3366 \" title=\"Scrapbook-Leaf-Fall-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scrapbook-Leaf-Fall-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.cluckclucksew.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, we're aware that this is a pillow, but switch out the pillow for a piece of card stock and the patterned fabric for some scrapbook paper, and we're sure the results will be just as fabulous and colorful! [Pillow created by Allison of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cluckclucksew.com\/2009\/10\/tutorial-scrap-buster-fall-pillow.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCluck Cluck Sew\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to these websites for the project tutorials {and stick around for lots of other great project\/activity inspiration!!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129188889,"sku":"A2384","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Button-Fall-Tree.jpg?v=1522781840"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/fall-crafts\/skill-tracing.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}