{"title":"Literacy Bulletin Board Ideas","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"chicka-chicka-boom-boom-summer-literature-collide-a1010","title":"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! Summer Beach Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-105\" title=\"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom\" alt=\"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Summer Themed Languate Arts Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chicka-Chicka-Boom-Boom.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderArt.com | Nanette Sposito\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNanette Sposito brings literature to life with this colorful bulletin board idea she submitted to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kinderart.com\/bulletin\/aloha.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderArt™\u003c\/a\u003e! Instead of doing a regular beach theme for the summer months, the space contributes to the learning-rich environment, covering concepts from a favorite class book, \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e motivating children with its fun, vibrant design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom! Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sake of time (and attention spans!), it's usually best to divide the crafts for this bulletin board into two days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 1: Sandy Footprints\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a piece of white card stock, there are several ways in which you can tackle creating the footprint:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your students to trace their foot onto a piece of sandpaper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students trace their foot onto the paper, use a paint brush to apply a thin layer of glue to the print, then sprinkle it with sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruct your students to trace their foot onto the card stock, then use tan paint mixed with sand to paint their print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with a shallow dish of school glue and a paint brush. Invite them to paint their foot with the glue, make a 'print' on their piece of paper, then sprinkle sand over it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare shallow dishes of tan paint (mix brown with white). Instruct your students to use a paint brush to cover one foot with paint, make a print on the card stock, then sprinkle sand over the wet paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 2: Letter Palm Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete this craft your students will need one tree trunk, three palm fronds, and several coconuts. Depending upon the age of your students you can: 1) provide pre-made construction paper cutouts, 2) provide templates for tracing and construction paper, or 3) provide construction paper and have your students free-hand the shapes. When all the needed shapes are prepared, its time to add some paint. As with the last craft, there are several ways in which students can texture their trees:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate several painting stations. At each station place two trays, two marbles, and a shallow dish of washable brown paint or washable green paint. Instruct your students to place their cutout on the tray (the trunk and coconuts at the brown painting stations and the palm fronds at the green painting stations), dip the marble into the paint, and roll it around the paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet-up several painting stations. Place two large roasting pans, two ping pong balls, a handful of drinking straws, a small trash bag, and a shallow dish of washable green paint or washable brown paint at each station. Invite your students to place their cutout (whichever is appropriate based on the color of paint at the station) in the roaster, dip the ping pong ball into the paint, and use the drinking straw to blow it around the roaster and paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, help your students assemble their trees and add colorful foam letters to spell their name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom! Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua blue bulletin board paper to create the sky and tan construction paper or tan bulletin board background paper to create sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!\", \"Aloha!\", or \"Preschool's Doing Some Sand-sational Reading!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beach-themed trimmer or color coordinating bulletin board trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students crafts. If you wish, create a large palm tree and write your students names, concepts being covered, etc. in the language of a coastal community!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAre there any interesting ways in which \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e incorporate literature in your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom decoration\u003c\/a\u003e? Share your ideas and inspiration by leaving a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. It pretty much has everything a teacher could need including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e and even larger items like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-505-alphabet-rugs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealphabet rugs\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085509145,"sku":"A1010","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chicka-Chicka-Boom-Boom.jpg?v=1522781582"},{"product_id":"wow-words-bulletin-board-a1038","title":"WOW Words Vocabulary \u0026 Literacy Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-399 \" title=\"WOW Words - Tlittlejohn\" alt=\"Language Arts Vocabulary Words Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/WOW-Words-Tlittlejohn1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: izzyshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to learn about and display vocabulary words in the classroom? Montevallo Elementary's first grade teaching duo, contributors to the website Izzyshare, designed this dynamic \"WOW words\" bulletin board to do just that! With each literacy unit, students explore definitions, known synonyms, sentence usage, and picture \"definitions\" of new vocabulary words while still being able to review words from previous literary selections and units. Here's how you can make your own exciting vocabulary display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWOW Words Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"WOW Words!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorfully patterned trimmer, reading-themed bulletin border, complimentary solid colored bordette, or another bulletin board decoration of your choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Literary Selections: At the beginning of the year, make and laminate a black and white print of each book your students will read throughout the school year. Place these around the outside edge of the board. As each unit is completed and each book is read, create vocabulary word labels and tape these to the literary selection they came from. 2) Exploring Vocabulary Section. Gather a piece of poster board or a large piece of bulletin board paper and a marker. Create a rectangular box in the middle of the paper. This will display the focus vocabulary word, then divide the poster board into four squares (be sure not to draw lines in the middle rectangle). At the top of each box, pen a different heading (e.g. \"Definition\", \"Picture\", \"Synonyms\" or \"Other Words\", and \"Connection\"). Cover the poster with clear contact paper and, paired with dry erase markers, you can use the same poster over and over again!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this board, students will be reminded of the various vocabulary words they've discovered throughout the year, parents entering the classroom will be able to see what books their child is reading, and the dynamic display will provide wonderful classroom decoration all year long!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo you have a special vocabulary word display for your classroom? We'd love to hear about it! Leave a comment below.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop on our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can get all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-48-office-classroom-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. Whether you need supplies for your middle school classroom or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epreschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, we have you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091014169,"sku":"A1038","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/WOW-Words-Tlittlejohn1.jpg?v=1522781615"},{"product_id":"readers-choice-interactive-literacy-bulletin-board-a1114","title":"Reader's Choice - Interactive Literacy Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1176 \" title=\"Reader's-Choice-BB\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Readers-Choice-BB.jpg\" alt=\"Reading Literacy Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/hill.troy.k12.mi.us\/staff\/bnewingham\/myweb3\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hill.troy.k12.mi.us\/staff\/bnewingham\/myweb3\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeth Newingham\u003c\/a\u003e, third grade teacher and blogger for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.scholastic.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScholastic\u003c\/a\u003e, created this fun interactive literacy bulletin board that may just come in handy as we approach International Children's Book Day {on April 2nd} - and any \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e day, of course! Not only does the board get your students reading, it invites them to pay attention, make observations and comparisons, and ultimately, share their opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInteractive Literacy Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beth created this bulletin board on a white board surface, but if you're using a traditional board, consider using green or blue background paper {or another bright, fun color to draw attention and add some visual interest!}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Reader's Choice...Would you recommend this book to others?\" - Beth used word processing software to create and print the title, mounting it onto a piece of bulletin board paper to create a border. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this, you could also use traditional bulletin board lettering to spell out \"Reader's Choice\" and script the question directly onto the background paper or a piece of construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original board did not have a trimmer, but on a traditional bulletin board you might consider a reading bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Book Cover. Print an 8\" x 10\" of the week's feature book cover {you can usually find these online}, mount it to a piece of colored construction paper, and laminate. Place the book cover in the center of the board. 2) The Symbols. Beth provides links to both the thumbs up and thumbs down symbols so all you need to do is download, cut, and laminate. These can be attached to either side of the book cover. 3) The Critics. Have a student photo shoot, taking a head shot of each child to develop and use with the board. Keep the photos in a recycled plastic pamphlet display {mounted to the board under the book cover} labeled with \"Waiting for the Book\". Once the student has read the book, invite them to locate their picture and place it beneath the proper opinion heading. Since Beth's white board was magnetic, she attached a small magnetic strip to the back of each picture. Traditional boards are not magnetic, so consider finding some scrapbooking glue dots that will temporarily stick the photos to the board. Each week, as you change the book selection, just peel the glue dot off the back of the photo and place them back in the pamphlet holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny activity that will get your students to invest in the book {even if the final outcome is a picture in the \"Dislike\" column} will assist in building reading skills, teach students about making comparisons, and help your kids to learn how to form and share their opinion. This is a fantastic board to keep up year round! It even offers a great learning exercise for younger children. Instead of having them read the book on their own time, complete the activity after a group reading during circle time...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe appreciate that you took the time to stop by! Let us know what you think of our site and this bulletin board by leaving a comment below! :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107529241,"sku":"A1114","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Readers-Choice-BB.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"catch-the-literacy-bug-spring-reading-bulletin-board-a1131","title":"\"Catch the Literacy Bug!\" - Spring Reading Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1476\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/catch-the-literacy-bug.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Reading Early Childhood Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.nfb.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lively bulletin board from the National Federation of the Blind's monthly publication, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nfb.org\/images\/nfb\/Publications\/bm\/bm11\/bm1103\/bm110301.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Braille Monitor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, with its brightly colored butterflies and plethora of insects, is perfect for spring\/summer reading programs and seasonal classroom library decorations! While the original board incorporates braille alphabet butterflies, you can choose to keep it the same {adding in a lesson on disability awareness, etc.} or alter the butterflies to display larger letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLiteracy Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Catch the Literacy Bug!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid green trimmer or spring themed bullet board border. Along the bottom border, attach a long strip of Velcro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. From recycled corrugated cardboard cut and shape the pieces into a tree trunk and branches, mounting it to the left side of the bulletin board. From black construction paper, cut a large oval to place in the center of the tree trunk, twisting a long scrap of natural butcher paper to trim the \"hole\" in the tree. Cut leaves from green felt or construction paper, arranging them at the top of the trunk and on the branches. 2) The Butterflies. Find several butterfly templates online {like these - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.learner.org\/jnorth\/tm\/symbolic\/SMDesigns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebutterfly template #1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/melstampz.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/butterfly-template-tutorial-like-one-on.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebutterfly template #2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.obsessionwithbutterflies.com\/img\/crafts\/butterfly-template.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebutterfly template #3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cakecentral.com\/gallery\/127783\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebutterfly template #4\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.}, using them to trace and cut butterfly cutouts from craft or construction paper in assorted colors - 26 in all. Glue a jumbo craft stick \"body\" to the center of each butterfly, cutting a black chenille stem in fourths and, after curling the tops, attaching two stem \"antennae\" to the top of each craft stick. Using craft pom poms or circles cut from textured craft paper, arrange a braille letter onto each butterfly or print the letters of the alphabet onto colorful paper, cut them out, and paste them onto the wings of the butterflies. Attach the butterflies to the board using Velcro dots. 3) The Insects\/Critters. Along with the butterfly letters, the original board features smaller butterfly cutouts, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftelf.com\/Craft_Elf_General_Egg_Carton_Catepillar.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eegg carton caterpillars\u003c\/a\u003e, a bird sitting in the tree, and {even though it's not a critter} a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.imaginechildhood.com\/imagine-childhood\/2009\/08\/nets-for-butterflies-and-other-friendly-insects.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebutterfly net\u003c\/a\u003e! You might also consider adding other interesting creatures like chenille stem earthworms, egg carton spiders, pom pom caterpillars, bottle top ladybugs, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's great about this board, since the letter butterflies are attached with Velcro, it becomes interactive! Students will LOVE arranging the butterflies on the strip at the bottom to create different words!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe thank you for visiting our site and would love to know what you think of it, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110445593,"sku":"A1131","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/catch-the-literacy-bug.jpg?v=1522781732"},{"product_id":"dont-bug-me-spring-reading-bulletin-board-a1132","title":"\"Don't Bug Me...\" - Spring Reading Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1484\" title=\"don't bug me i'm reading\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dont-bug-me-im-reading-e1303757172978.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Reading Bug Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrsgiese.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another fantastic spring reading bulletin board idea we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsgiese.com\/bulletinboards.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Giese's Class Homepage\u003c\/a\u003e. It's perfect for inciting interest in a spring\/summer reading program or would work great as a seasonal decoration for your classroom library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Reading Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eCover the entire bulletin board with yellow background paper, then cut and fringe a 12-inch strip of green bulletin board paper, placing this along the bottom of the board {like \"grass\"}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Don't Bug Me I'm Reading!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer, spring, or reading themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003e1) The Bugs \u0026amp; Flowers. If you're not confident in your ability to draw the bug and flower cutouts by hand, we suggest searching online or through your word processing software for clip art you can enlarge using your classroom projector system and trace. In some cases you could trace the whole shape directly onto colored background paper and in other instances, like with the caterpillar cutout that uses several different colors, you might try tracing the image onto white bulletin board paper and painting\/coloring it in or creating the cutout in pieces {i.e. the body from individual colored circles, as well as a separate head and bow\/bow tie}. 2) The Books. To create a 3D approach, find several book covers or thin paperback books to arrange with the bugs. To create the stacks of books, freehand or trace the cutouts {using enlarged images\/clip art} then color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall the board sends a cute message and reminds students that books offer a fantastic opportunity to visit new places and learn new things {...and \u003cem\u003emay\u003c\/em\u003e just get them SO caught up they won't want to do anything else!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe're excited to hear from you, so drop us a line in the comments section below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110478361,"sku":"A1132","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dont-bug-me-im-reading-e1303757172978.jpg?v=1522781732"},{"product_id":"mother-goose-interactive-bulletin-board-a1135","title":"Mother Goose Interactive Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1704\" title=\"StarBB\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/StarBB.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhether you're looking for a bulletin board to go with your nursery rhyme\/Mother Goose unit or just a fun interactive display for the coming month, this 'star studded' design is certain to be a perfect fit! Featuring \"Twinkle Twinkle Little Star\", this board will help your students strengthen letter recognition, build vocabulary, and work with beginning letter sounds while also providing some color to your classroom walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInteractive Star 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 \"Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer, colorfully patterned border, or star trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Alphabet Stars. Begin by creating two card stock star templates, one slightly bigger than the other. Use the smaller of the two to create yellow star cutouts and the larger template to create cutouts from orange construction paper. Mount the yellow star onto the orange one and script a letter of the alphabet in the center. Add some fun borders around the edges of the stars if you desire, then arrange the cutouts haphazardly around the board and place one side of a small Velcro dot on one of the corners.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1705\" title=\"StarBB1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/StarBB1.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Star Cutouts\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e2) The Object\/Word Stars. Brainstorm a list of words\/objects that start with each letter of the alphabet. Create a third star template {smaller than the first two}, using it to trace and cut star shapes from yellow construction paper, then script one word onto each or find, print, and paste an image of the object onto the cutout. Add the other side of a Velcro dot onto the back of each star and set these in a small basket or envelope at the bottom of the bulletin board. To play, students will attempt to match the object\/word stars to the alphabet star with the appropriate beginning letter.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1706\" title=\"StarBB6\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/StarBB6.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Literacy Interactive Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6551-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\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\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24772-stars-n-swirls-terrific-trimmers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStar trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-9951-swirls-pop-its-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolorful pattern bulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6000-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5996-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-765-velcro.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eVelcro dots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo\u003c\/em\u003e you \u003cem\u003emake use of interactive bulletin boards? We'd love to know how you do it, so be sure to leave us a comment in the section below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111035417,"sku":"A1135","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/StarBB.jpg?v=1522781735"},{"product_id":"word-family-flower-garden-interactive-literacy-bulletin-board-a1154","title":"Word Family Flower Garden - Interactive Literacy Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spring or Summer Kindergarten Literacy Interactive Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Word-Family-Flowers-BBI-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these vibrant \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3396\/word-family-flowers\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eword family flower printables\u003c\/a\u003e from Annie at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/word-family-flower-printables.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e and couldn't help creating our own interactive word family garden bulletin board! Fantastic for the early childhood classroom, this is a great literacy\/early reading display to keep on hand for spring or summer. Simply attach the laminated flower cutouts to the bulletin board with Velcro dots and invite your kiddos to practice reading each word family as they pick a beautiful 'bouquet' of blossoms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWord Family Flower Garden\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two-thirds of the bulletin board with aqua or sky blue bulletin board paper and the bottom third with green background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Word Family Flower Garden!\", \"Growing Strong Readers!\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or spring themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Fence. Freehand or find a clip art image of a picket fence to enlarge and trace using your classroom projector system onto white bulletin board paper. Attach the bottom of the \"fence posts\" where the blue and green of the background meet. Create field grass from scraps of green bulletin board paper or construction paper to be fastened to the board by the fence. 2) The Word Family Flowers. Download Annie's fantastic printables; use the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lunapic.com\/editor\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLunaPic Online Photo Editor\u003c\/a\u003e to vary the flower color, print the colorful blossoms onto card stock, cut out and laminate. Attach these to the board, around the fence and in the \"grass\", using Velcro dots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have room, consider adding some puffy white clouds to the \"sky\" above the fence and even some cutesy butterflies flitting about. [NOTE: The photo above is not of the complete bulletin board idea, but we figured you'd be able to get the gist!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLunaPic Online Photo Editor Tutorial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you've edited photos before, or not, LunaPic is super easy to use! We put together a photo tutorial to show you how to change the colors of the flowers. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemember, Annie's flower download will come in PDF format. For LunaPic to work, you'll need to save each of the word family flowers as images.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e We converted each of the PDFs into JPEG images, but LunaPic may support other extensions - we just haven't played around enough to know. Should you need the photos in the tutorial enlarged, just click on them to view the full size image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-5.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-6.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-8.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-9.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-A.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor help with color options and HEX codes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-E.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-F.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunapic-Tutorial-G.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We always love hearing your feedback, so be sure to leave a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734118703129,"sku":"A1154","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Word-Family-Flowers-BBI-1.jpg?v=1522781782"},{"product_id":"picture-books-vocabulary-literacy-bulletin-board-a1155","title":"Picture Books \u0026 Vocabulary - Literacy Bulletin Board Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1941 \" title=\"vocab-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/vocab-1.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: primaryinspired.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fisforfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eF is for First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e designed this fantastic literacy bulletin board idea that would work great for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom or library. {We found it via Brenda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspired.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/teaching-vocabulary-with-picture-books.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspired\u003c\/a\u003e.} Simply compile a list of literature to be used throughout the year {in lessons or for fun}, choose several key vocabulary words from each, and display year round! Not only will this remind your kiddos of the great book selections studied during the year, it'll provide them with a list of words to pay attention to when reading as well as incorporate in their own vocabulary\/writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePicture Book Vocabulary\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper. You might also choose a different color based on the theme of your classroom!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Vocabulary\", \"Word Wall\", etc. - If your classroom has a theme, consider tailoring the title to fit it. For instance, to go with a jungle theme you might consider, \"Bananas About Vocabulary!\", \"Wild Words!\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid trimmer or language arts themed bulletin board border. Again, you might consider your classroom theme when selecting a border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create picture book\/vocabulary cards like the ones at Primary Inspired. You'll need a picture of each book cover on your reading list as well as the list of focus vocabulary words from each selection. Use word processing software to create and print the cards onto card stock to laminate or simply make them yourself - printing the pictures, pasting them onto cards, and scripting the appropriate words next to each cover. Arrange the cards around the bulletin board.\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1942\" title=\"vocab-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/vocab-2.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Literacy Vocabulary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: primaryinspired.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-217-bulletin-board-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\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\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-15189-trimmer-bee-a-reader.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLanguage arts bulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e help your kiddos remember important vocabulary words? We'd love to hear about it, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734118899737,"sku":"A1155","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/vocab-1.jpg?v=1522781783"},{"product_id":"frying-up-great-readers-elementary-literacy-board-a1176","title":"Frying Up Great Readers! - Elementary Literacy Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2389 \" title=\"frying-up-great-readers\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/frying-up-great-readers.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: firstgradeblueskies.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just LOVE the bright colors and theme of this fabulous elementary literacy bulletin board designed by Jennifer, first grade teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgradeblueskies.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/bulletin-board-linky-party.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Blue Skies\u003c\/a\u003e! The eclectic lettering lends a fun, whimsical feel, the McDonald's french fry containers are recognizable and eye catching, and the color scheme is sure to brighten up \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrying Up Great Readers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Frying Up Great Readers!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jennifer used two different green patterned trimmers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eCollect a McDonald's french fry container for each student in the class. [NOTE: You may be lucky enough to get them donated from your local restaurant if you let them know what your plan is. It never hurts to ask!] Attach these around the bulletin board, scripting a student's name under each. Create \"french fries\" from yellow card stock\/construction paper, painted craft sticks, etc, placing these in a pail, envelope, or box for students to access throughout the year as they finish both required and recreational reading. After completing each book, have students script the title onto a french fry and place it in their container. They'll love seeing their progress!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6561-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-violet.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eViolet bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-153-bulletin-board-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-14129-lime-mini-polka-dots-bulletin-board-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLime mini polka dots border\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-15181-trimmer-green-sparkle.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen sparkle trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24741-lots-of-dots-green-shapes-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen patterned border\u003c\/a\u003e {use one single design or a combination!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled McDonald's french fry containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6000-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-156-craft-sticks.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft sticks\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8262-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e {or you can even purchase pre-stained \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27334-jumbo-craft-sticks-x-prek-bright-hues.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow craft sticks\u003c\/a\u003e!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you so be sure to leave us a comment below {or find us on Facebook}!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734122405913,"sku":"A1176","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/frying-up-great-readers.jpg?v=1522781804"},{"product_id":"chicka-chicka-boom-boom-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1177","title":"\"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom\" Back To School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2395 \" title=\"chicka-chicka-boom-boom-bbi\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/chicka-chicka-boom-boom-bbi.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kinder-licious.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this colorful mixture of children's literature and back-to-school fun! Designed by Stephanie Gubbini, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kinder-licious.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/bulletin-board-linky-party.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAloha Kindergarten!\u003c\/a\u003e, this welcome board would be perfect for any preschool\/kindergarten classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom Welcome Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black or aqua bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Chicka Chicka Boom Boom...Welcome To Your New Room!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful patterned bulletin board border or jungle theme trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut a large tree trunk from brown bulletin board paper, attaching it to the right side of the bulletin board. Cut six large \"palm fronds\" from green background paper, stapling these to the top of the trunk. Instead of attaching the leaves flush to the board, create a 3D effect by adding purposeful 'ripples'. Cut three medium size circles from brown construction paper and place these between the top of the tree trunk and the leaves as \"coconuts\". Using your bulletin board letters, cut and trace letters from construction paper in assorted colors. Arrange these haphazardly around\/on the tree and the board. To add visual interest, create two sizes of letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6345-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1407-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-aqua.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eaqua bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7861-playful-uppercase-lowercase-ready-letters-combo-packs-yellow-4.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12857-pizzazz-stripes-terrific-trimmers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColorful patterned trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6210-coconut-palms-wavy-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecoconut palms wavy border\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6358-art-kraft0174-paper-rolls-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1713-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-apple-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen background paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love mixing literature and classroom decor! Do you have any fun bulletin board designs that go with your kiddos' favorite book? We'd love to hear about them! Be sure to leave us a comment below or find us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734122635289,"sku":"A1177","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/chicka-chicka-boom-boom-bbi.jpg?v=1522781806"},{"product_id":"jungle-themed-genre-wall-a1196","title":"Jungle Themed Literary Genre Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2558\" title=\"HE\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HE.jpg\" alt=\"Hartville Elementary School\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis past week, I had the extreme privilege of visiting my childhood elementary school to check out the newest and best in classroom decorations! Despite their busy schedules - meetings and last minute preparations before school started \u003c\/em\u003ethe next day\u003cem\u003e - the gracious teachers at Hartville Elementary welcomed me into their colorful and engaging world; a world in which they will spend countless hours the next 180 days, imp!acting the lives of the children in our community. I thank you all for dedicating your lives to helping our children grow, both as students and individuals. Here's to a brilliant school year, ladies and gents! {And thanks a million for allowing me the opportunity to visit your classrooms! I had a blast!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2657\" title=\"Genre-Wall-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Genre-Wall-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Library and Reading Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Leah Walters\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Accelerated Reader (AR) program, students are encouraged to explore each of the literature genres. To help her students make selections, Mrs. Walters created this fantastic \"Genre Wall\" that features a poster for each of the genres and fits fantastically into her classroom jungle theme {of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2658\" title=\"Genre-Wall-Poster\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Genre-Wall-Poster.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Leah Walters\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGenre Wall Posters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach poster follows the same format {and can easily be recreated using word processing or design software}...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefinition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLibrary designation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGenre Wall Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\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 \"Genre Wall\", \"Wild About Genres\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animal print trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the computer generated genre posters onto colorful card stock and arrange on the bulletin board. For visual interest, add large leaf cutouts or actual leaves from the craft store for a cool three-dimensional effect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6345-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack background paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal print bulletin board letters...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-228-4-uppercase-ready-letters0174-venture-font-zebra.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eZebra letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5614-4-uppercase-ready-letters0174-venture-font-leopard.aspx?ad_id=product-related\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLeopard letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5615-4-uppercase-ready-letters0174-venture-font-giraffe.aspx?ad_id=product-related\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGiraffe letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5616-4-uppercase-ready-letters0174-venture-font-snake.aspx?ad_id=product-related\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSnake letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5617-4-uppercase-ready-letters0174-venture-font-tiger.aspx?ad_id=product-related\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTiger letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-13892-border-leopard-print-scalloped.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLeopard print trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e\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 {both white and assorted colors}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6347-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-brite-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen background paper\u003c\/a\u003e or large silk leaves {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We love hearing from you so be sure to add your comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*         *         *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. Did you notice the \u003cem\u003eAWESOME\u003c\/em\u003e leopard print reading chair in the corner?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2661 aligncenter\" title=\"Genre-Wall-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Genre-Wall-Bulletin-Board1.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126075929,"sku":"A1196","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HE.jpg?v=1522781821"},{"product_id":"ocean-themed-word-wall-a1198","title":"Ocean Themed Word Wall Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2558\" title=\"HE\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HE.jpg\" alt=\"Hartville Elementary School\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral weeks ago, I had the extreme privilege of visiting my childhood elementary school to check out the newest and best in classroom decorations! Despite their busy schedules - meetings and last minute preparations before school started \u003c\/em\u003ethe next day\u003cem\u003e - the gracious teachers at Hartville Elementary welcomed me into their colorful and engaging world; a world in which they will spend countless hours the next 180 days, imp!acting the lives of the children in our community. I thank you all for dedicating your lives to helping our children grow, both as students and individuals. Here's to a brilliant school year, ladies and gents! {And thanks a million for allowing me the opportunity to visit your classrooms! I had a blast!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2681   \" title=\"Ocean-Word-Wall\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ocean-Word-Wall.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Word Wall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lori Hart\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLori Hart, intervention specialist at Hartville Elementary, knows the importance of a word wall for literary development. We've seen quite a few ways of incorporating word walls into the classroom. This display is simple and clean - great attributes that compliment \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e learning environment - and Lori has it displayed in a prominent part of the classroom, ensuring its use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOcean Themed Word Wall\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 None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocean themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2682    \" title=\"Ocean-Word-Wall-Close\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ocean-Word-Wall-Close.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Word Wall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lori Hart\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n1) The Headings. Create a card stock template of your favorite sea animal. You can freehand the shape, find a clip art image to trace, or you might even find a black and white clip art image to print directly onto colored card stock. Script all of the consonants - upper and lower case - onto a cutout. Use one of the methods above to create a second sea animal cutout. This will be used to differentiate the vowels from the rest. Arrange the cutouts, in alphabetical order, at the top of the bulletin board. 2) The Word Cards. Use sentence strips, card stock, or another lined paper to create a card for each vocabulary word. Mount them under the appropriate letter. As the words change with each unit\/lesson, simply make more word cards and switch them out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6551-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5133-fish-waves-pop-apart-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOcean themed trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e\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 in assorted colors or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6309-fish-mini-cut-outs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eocean animal cutouts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-50-sentence-strips.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSentence strips\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors or other lined paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for visiting! Be sure to let us know what you think in the comments section below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126272537,"sku":"A1198","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HE_9ec776b5-88ca-48d5-9313-912ccdad963c.jpg?v=1522781823"},{"product_id":"eric-carle-inspired-elementary-classroom-a1207","title":"Eric Carle Inspired Elementary Classroom Decorating Ideas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2558\" title=\"HE\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HE.jpg\" alt=\"Hartville Elementary School\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral weeks ago, I had the extreme privilege of visiting my childhood elementary school to check out the newest and best in classroom decorations! Despite their busy schedules - meetings and last minute preparations before school started \u003c\/em\u003ethe next day\u003cem\u003e - the gracious teachers at Hartville Elementary welcomed me into their colorful and engaging world; a world in which they will spend countless hours the next 180 days, impacting the lives of the children in our community. I thank you all for dedicating your lives to helping our children grow, both as students and individuals. Here's to a brilliant school year, ladies and gents! {And thanks a million for allowing me the opportunity to visit your classrooms! I had a blast!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe promised pictures of Mrs. Nalepa's awesome elementary classroom and we won't disappoint! Seeing the awesome apple displays outside her classroom, we were expecting a continuation inside, but we were pleasantly surprised to find a fun Eric Carle theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/160a1.jpg\" alt=\"Eric Carle Elementary Back to School Bulletin Board Idea\" title=\"Eric-Carle-Elementary-Classroom\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2783\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Karla Nalepa\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCarle Themed Advice Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be a little scary entering a new classroom. Mrs. Nalepa helps her kiddos feel more at home by having students from the previous year write letters containing advice and encouragement. This not only creates material for a cute welcome\/advice board, but helps Karla test and assess her students' writing progress at the end of the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/162a1.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Classroom Display\" title=\"Eric-Carle-Reading-Nook\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2786\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Karla Nalepa\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEric Carle Inspired Reading Nook\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow \u003cem\u003ethis\u003c\/em\u003e is by far our favorite part of the classroom - the fabulously fantastic Eric Carle inspired reading nook! Making use of the hook space previous used for backpacks and coats before metal lockers were installed, Karla hung fabric drapes, inspired by Carle's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, added stuffed animals, pillows, a carpet square and a small bookshelf to complete the nook. It turned out spectacularly!! We're sure Mrs. Nalepa's students are going to be lining up to use the space!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eClassroom Photo\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/159a1.jpg\" alt=\"Eric Carle Inspired Elementary Classroom\" title=\"Elementary-Classroom\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2790\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eView from the door\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEric Carle Advice Board\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7676-rainbow-kraft-roll-36-x-100-sky-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSky blue bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12008-straight-borders-the-very-hungry-caterpillar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar straight border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReading Nook Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6554-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-canary-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12008-straight-borders-the-very-hungry-caterpillar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar straight border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1220-multicolored-designer-letters-poppin-patterns-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePatterned bulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127288345,"sku":"A1207","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HE_4f7bdd60-7358-4ede-b896-6e1b021ee577.jpg?v=1522781829"},{"product_id":"fabulous-kid-created-alphabet-banner-a1217","title":"Fabulous Kid Created Alphabet Banner","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kid-ABCs.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Classroom ABC Bulletin Board idea\" title=\"Kid-ABCs\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2872\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Sonja Photography\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this isn't a bulletin board, but it would make an \u003cem\u003eadorable\u003c\/em\u003e classroom border\/display and a fabulous project for your kiddos to help you with! We found the idea on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/44489506\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePinterest\u003c\/a\u003e - the photo collage\/idea can be credited to Sonja Photography - and just had to post it! All you need is a little time, a digital camera, and some willing kiddos to help you create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: If you're going to do all the work \u003cem\u003eanyway\u003c\/em\u003e, these prints can be used for much more than just a classroom decoration... Print two sets of wallet-size pictures, laminate and have your kiddos use the cards test their memory with a game of concentration. Laminate regular sized prints, punch a hole in the top left corner, and use a binder ring to create an ABC flip book. The list of possibilities goes on and on!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128926745,"sku":"A1217","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kid-ABCs.jpg?v=1522781839"},{"product_id":"tree-of-knowledge-classroom-wall-decoration-a1222","title":"Tree of Knowledge - Classroom Wall Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2909\" title=\"Tree-of-Knowledge\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Tree-of-Knowledge.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.popandlolli.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this wall decoration\/bulletin board we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.popandlolli.com\/shop\/stickers\/classroom\/tree-knowledge\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePop \u0026amp; Lolli\u003c\/a\u003e. They actually sell the mural {the pieces are fabric stickers - how cool is that?!}, but we thought you could also create the pieces from bulletin board and construction paper, and thought it would make a great addition to \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood learning space!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply create a tree trunk from brown bulletin board paper, cut letters from various shades of green construction paper, and arrange the letter tree onto the chosen surface. [If it's a bulletin board, add some light blue background paper and a colorful pattern border or literacy themed trimmer.] It's that simple! If you want more visual interest, you might consider adding several colorful apples or other fruit cutouts, maybe even some bird cutouts, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6358-art-kraft0174-paper-rolls-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\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 shades of green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6549-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-lite-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLight blue bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-28577-paisley-on-turquoise-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaisley turquoise border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, you could also just purchase the wall mural from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.popandlolli.com\/shop\/stickers\/classroom\/tree-knowledge\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePop \u0026amp; Lolli\u003c\/a\u003e - it's less work and they're super cute!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129582105,"sku":"A1222","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Tree-of-Knowledge.jpg?v=1522781843"},{"product_id":"mcdonalds-inspired-interactive-word-wall-a1226","title":"McDonald's Inspired Interactive Word Wall","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2946 \" title=\"Interactive-Word-Wall\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Interactive-Word-Wall-b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Interactive Word Wall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Pinterest.com | Tamara Herman\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow adorable is this?! We found it while perusing \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/399937487\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePinterest\u003c\/a\u003e for fall ideas and couldn't pass it up. Since we can't find a link, we assume that this is an original design of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/tamara2boys\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTamara Herman\u003c\/a\u003e, but please let us know if there is a different source for the photo\/idea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMcDonald's Inspired Word Wall\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 \"I'm Lovin' It!\", \"These Words Are Fried! {encourage students to replace \"overcooked\" words with the french fry synonyms}, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightly colored pattern border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a list of overused words, collecting a large McDonald's french fry container for each entry on the list. Label each container with one of the words - using a marker to script the word onto a label sticker or word processing software to print labels. Come up with acceptable synonyms for each word, scripting or printing them onto strips of yellow card stock, then place the synonym strips in the french fry containers and arrange on the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6554-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-canary-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-29148-dots-on-turquoise-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDots on turquoise bulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24737-dots-on-turquoise-wavy-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDots on turquoise bulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled McDonald's french fry containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27926-white-all-purpose-x-labels-ct-clamshell.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite adhesive labels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-30183-array-card-stock-brights-lemon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for visiting! As always, we love hearing from you, so be sure to leave a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130303001,"sku":"A1226","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Interactive-Word-Wall-b.jpg?v=1522781847"},{"product_id":"setting-the-turkeys-free-thanksgiving-bulletin-board-a1236","title":"Setting the Turkeys Free - Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Setting-Turkeys-Free.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: daynurseryindy.wordpress.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's an adorable book-inspired Thanksgiving design we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/daynurseryindy.wordpress.com\/2010\/11\/24\/introducing-day-nurserys-2010-official-turkey\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Day Nursery Indianapolis\u003c\/a\u003e - pair W. Nikola-Lisa's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Turkeys Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e with a fun, sensory craft and this is a super cute activity {and bulletin board} for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom this holiday season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hand-print-turkey.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Turkey Craft for Kids and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: preschoollessonplans.info\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand Print Turkeys\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some directions for the hand print turkeys, check out \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3729\/hand-print-calendar-november\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis post\u003c\/a\u003e. The hand prints are super colorful and they look great with a few vibrant craft feathers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSetting the Turkeys Free Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Setting the Turkeys Free!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original design did not make use of a border, but you might consider a Thanksgiving\/fall themed trimmer or adding colorful craft feathers around the outside of the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Fence. Cut white construction paper into small uniform strips or use craft sticks, pasting them together on the board to create a fence. Leave one part of the fence unfinished - creating a break in which the turkeys can escape through! 2) The Turkeys. Use your students' crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6555-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-emerald.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7861-playful-uppercase-lowercase-ready-letters-combo-packs-yellow-4.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow bulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-13950-thanksgiving-stick-kids.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThanksgiving bulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7191-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-156-craft-sticks.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\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 assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-659-feathers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft feathers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We hope you are inspired to do a little creating after visiting our site! :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131351577,"sku":"A1236","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Setting-Turkeys-Free.jpg?v=1522781854"},{"product_id":"have-a-ball-christmas-bulletin-board-idea-a1244","title":"\"Have a Ball...\" - Christmas Ornaments Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3097 \" title=\"Christmas Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Early Childhood Christmas Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: twothingsincommon.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a festive twist to your decorations while keeping classroom displays relevant to your lessons with a fun ornament board like this one created by Jami, fourth grade teacher and guest writer at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/twothingsincommon.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/teacher-tips-on-snow-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTwo Things in Common\u003c\/a\u003e. With its simple design, it can be customized to fit any unit or concept and the ornaments can display teacher designed facts\/diagrams or student created information {done as part of a review exercise}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it works fabulously as a review\/information bulletin board, you might also consider...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the board to keep track of your kiddos holiday reading accomplishments {i.e. every time they read a book, they get to add a sparkly sticker or gem to their ornament} - \"Reading is a Ball!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigning a personalized ornament for each student, including a picture and a nice message from the teacher - \"You're A Ball To Have in Class!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdating your student helper bulletin board for the Christmas season - \"We Have A Ball Helping Out!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfusing your behavior management bulletin board with a festive theme - \"We're Having A Ball Being Good!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChristmas Ornament 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 Select a title based on your intended use!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut circle ornaments {or include various shapes as desired} from card stock in assorted colors. From a variety of sparkly\/colorful ribbon, cut a piece of ribbon for each ornament, being sure to cut them at different lengths. Arrange the ribbon on the board, attaching the pieces to the top of the bulletin board and adding an ornament cutout at the end of each piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132531225,"sku":"A1244","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781860"},{"product_id":"winter-interactive-snowman-bulletin-board-a1246","title":"Winter Interactive Snowman Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3109\" title=\"Snowman-Matchup\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Matchup.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Interactive Math Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInteractive bulletin boards are a great way to maximize decorations, learning exercises, and classroom space! Here's a winter inspired matching style bulletin board that can be tailored to fit whatever concept you're covering - the example shows how your kiddos can practice counting and build numeral recognition!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you begin...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll want to determine ahead of time how you plan to use the bulletin board so you know how many pieces you'll need to plan for - snowmen as well as accessories. For instance, the example board features numerals 1 through 12. Students are invited to count the number of buttons on each snowman cutout, find the corresponding numeral hat in the envelope, and place it on the snowman's head. You could take this a step further, having students review number words too. Simply script the number words onto another accessory - a vest, scarf, mittens, etc. - for more matching fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the board for sight word practice - scripting focus words onto the snowmen cutouts and having students match word or letter accessories to the proper \"Frosty\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor younger learners, provide a bit of letter matching {upper case to upper case, lower case to lower case, or upper case to lower case} having students match alphabet hats to the proper snowman cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might even consider scrapping the interactive learning component and adapt the bulletin board to create a winter themed \"Classroom Helpers\" display - the snowmen display the various classroom duties and the hats, labeled with student names, show who is responsible for that particular job for the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eInteractive Snowman Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the bottom two-thirds of the board with white bulletin board paper, using scissors to create an uneven edge at the top. Cover the top third of the bulletin board with sky blue paper - finishing off the \"snowy\" landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Snowman Match-up!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary red trimmer or winter themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Find a snowman template online, preferably one with lots of accessories. We like this paper doll template from Danielle's Place - it offers two hat styles, a vest, a scarf, etc. that work well if you want your students to match more than one element. Printing the snowmen bodies onto white card stock and the other elements onto paper of assorted colors. [NOTE: Before printing the shapes, you might consider using word processing software to add the job titles, counting circles, sight words, or other desired learning element. Or, once they're printed and cut out, you can use a permanent marker to script the elements onto the cutouts.] Laminate all of the finished elements to reduce wear and tear, then arrange around the bulletin board. Place the loose pieces - the hats, scarves, etc. - into different envelopes and attach the entire envelope to the bottom of the board. For fun, consider adding some cotton balls at the bottom of each snowman cutout for visual interest!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132924441,"sku":"A1246","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Matchup.jpg?v=1522781863"},{"product_id":"twas-the-night-before-christmas-holiday-bulletin-board-a1248","title":"T'was the Night Before Christmas - Holiday Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3121  \" title=\"Christmas-Poetry-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3093596627_75516302cf_o.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Literacy and Poetry Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: flickr.com | mtsofan\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love bulletin boards that are inspired by children's literature and poetry. This design, based on the popular poem by Clement Clarke Moore, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT'was the Night Before Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a great mixture of teacher and student created elements! John, pastor and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fishingdeeper.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFishing Deeper Water\u003c\/a\u003e, featured this in his \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/mtsofan\/3093596627\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlickr\u003c\/a\u003e photostream and we think it would make a great addition to your classroom decorations this holiday season!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eT'was the Night Before Christmas Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The Children Were Nestled All Snug in Their Bed...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Bed Frame. Create headboards from brown bulletin board paper, adding a rectangle \"frame\" underneath. Either freehand the shapes or find a clip art image online to enlarge and trace using your classroom projector system. 2) The Quilt. Create \"quilts\" for the beds by cutting assorted colors of bulletin board paper into large strips and pasting them together. Add fun colored cutouts to the stripes {perhaps including a patterning lesson for the kiddos} and mount them on the \"frames\". 3) The Pillows. Stuff large pieces of white bulletin board paper with crumpled newspaper, cotton, or another material so they look like pillows and place them at the top of the beds. 4) The Children. Provide each of your students with a paper plate, inviting them to decorate it to look like their head. Mount these on the pillows to complete the design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133186585,"sku":"A1248","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3093596627_75516302cf_o.jpg?v=1522781864"},{"product_id":"grinch-inspired-christmas-bulletin-board-a1252","title":"Grinch Inspired Christmas Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3158 \" title=\"grinch\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/grinch.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Early Childhood Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.clayton.k12.ga.us | Judy Serritella\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no denying this display from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.clayton.k12.ga.us\/edusvc\/instruct\/bulletinboards\/holidaysandseasons.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJudy Serritella\u003c\/a\u003e at Lovejoy High School grabs your attention! With the bold red and white stripes, the cutesy Christmas lights border, and a favorite Christmas character, this board would make a great decorative addition to any early childhood classroom this holiday!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGrinch Inspired Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the entire bulletin board with white background paper. Using scissors, cut wide strips of red bulletin board paper, mounting them onto the board to create \"stripes\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Hope Your Christmas is Grinch Free!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut Christmas light bulbs from card stock, attaching them to a piece of thin black ribbon or a long strip of black bulletin board paper and arranging them around the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Free hand a Christmas tree shape onto green bulletin board paper and attach it to the center of the bulletin board. Since her focus was on the book and movie, Judy decorated the tree with pictures of book jackets, but you could also create card stock ornaments, lights, and garlands to put on the tree. 2) The Presents. Cut various shaped packages from wrapping paper! Add ribbon and place at the bottom of the tree. 3) The Grinch. All you see is the Grinch's arm, so begin by creating the hand from green construction paper {find an image online to trace or copy} and the arm of a Santa suit from red and white construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134038553,"sku":"A1252","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/grinch.jpg?v=1522781870"},{"product_id":"valentine-volume-interactive-math-bulletin-board-idea-a1274","title":"Valentine Volume - Interactive Math Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3313\" title=\"Valentine's-Volume-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Volume-BBI1.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Valentine's Day Interactive Math Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teacherblogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interactive Valentine's Day math display comes from Mrs. K over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherblogspot.com\/?p=18\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeacher Blog Spot\u003c\/a\u003e! If you're looking for a fun, colorful design for February, that fits in with your lesson goals too, consider using this as inspiration for designing your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e interactive board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eValentine Volume\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, Mrs. K invited her students to design their own Valentine candy box from graph paper, determining how many chocolates {brown Unifix cubes} would fit in their box and writing the answer on the back of the \"box\". Next, she labeled each candy box submission, created a corresponding answer key, and displayed the boxes on the bulletin board. Students were then challenged to determine the number of chocolates that fit in each of the candy boxes, recording their answers on a piece of paper, and checking their work using the answer key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might not be studying volume at the moment, but your kiddos would certainly have fun with a candy themed interactive activity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and record the number of chocolates in each candy box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the candy word cards to the appropriate word family candy box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolve and record the answer to the various comparative math problems {i.e. Candy Box A has ____________ {more than, less than, the same as} Candy Box E}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eValentine Volume Interactive Math Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\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 \"Valentine Volume!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valentine's Day themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The decoration depends on the type of interactive activity you plan to use. For the Valentine Volume board, Mrs. K used her students' paper candy boxes, as well as an actual Valentine heart shaped candy box to add a bit of visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137643033,"sku":"A1274","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Volume-BBI1.jpg?v=1522781892"},{"product_id":"the-best-of-dr-seuss-part-2-a1292","title":"The Best of Dr. Seuss - Part 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lorax comes to theaters on March 2 in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday and, to get into the spirit of Read Across America, many teachers are creating classroom displays with this very theme. Check out these awesome Lorax-inspired boards...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3448\" title=\"Lorax1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax1.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Elementary Door Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pencilsglueandtyingshoes.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this vibrant door display from Andi at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pencilsglueandtyingshoes.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/its-literacy-week-florida-and-little.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePencils, Glue, \u0026amp; Tying Shoes\u003c\/a\u003e and think it would make a festive addition to any early childhood classroom! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3449\" title=\"Lorax2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax2.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Elementary Door Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: cookingandteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another seuss-tastic door display from Ashley over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cookingandteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/door-decor-dr-seuss-style.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Librarian Life for Me\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3455\" title=\"Lorax7\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax7.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss The Lorax Door Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2012 Terry Wagnon, Pinterest\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simplicity of this Lorax door display created by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/159385274282348582\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTerry Wagnon\u003c\/a\u003e makes it a seuss-tastic option for celebrating the famous author's birthday and Read Across America!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3450\" title=\"Lorax3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax3.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss The Lorax Wall Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2012 Heather Melton, Pinterest\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/251216485434193437\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHeather Melton\u003c\/a\u003e designed this cutesy Lorax-inspired wall display. We love that she used Easter grass to create the truffula trees and the Lorax's mustache - it adds visual interest and a cool 3D effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3451\" title=\"Lorax4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax4.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss The Lorax Read Across America or Earth Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: youcanmakethesunshineanytime.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalarie of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youcanmakethesunshineanytime.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth-day-bulletin-board-idea-featuring.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYou Can Make The Sunshine Anytime\u003c\/a\u003e created this great Lorax-themed bulletin board to teach her students how they can do their part to take care of the earth - perfect for Read Across America or Earth Day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3452\" title=\"Lorax5\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax5-e1330369510589.jpg\" alt=\"The Lorax Dr Seuss Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2012 Tara Simpson, Pinterest\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this fun design from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/136163588703709593\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTara Simpson\u003c\/a\u003e provides dynamic classroom decoration for all your upcoming 'Seuss' events, it also doubles as a tool for discussing The Lorax - themes, plot events, etc!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3453\" title=\"Lorax6\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax6.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss The Lorax Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrslodgeslibrary.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also had to include these truffula trees from Jessica Lodge at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrslodgeslibrary.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/truffula-trees.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lodge's Library\u003c\/a\u003e because, let's face it, they're totally adorable and would add a fun element to any Lorax themed classroom display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to check out these awesome designs and visit tomorrow for the last part of our Dr. Seuss showcase!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140690457,"sku":"A1292","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Lorax1.jpg?v=1522781910"},{"product_id":"interactive-rule-board-preschool-classroom-management-idea-a1305","title":"Interactive Rule Board - Preschool Classroom Management Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3602\" title=\"Chapel-Rules-Expectations\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chapel-Rules-Expectations.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Interactive Classroom Management Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eA picture is worth ten thousand words\u003c\/em\u003e.\" With my (Kayla's) preschool class at church, this seems to be right on target. As a new teacher, paired with an even newer assistant teacher, we had grand ideas that our beginning of the year talks about the displayed church approved rule sheets would get our kiddos' attention, effectively squelching any desire to misbehave in the classroom or during chapel. However, it hit me later, after continued behavioral infractions, that the students weren't actually connecting with the printed rule sheets or even with my attempts to verbally 'review the rules'. Don't get me wrong, my kids are smart and they \u003cem\u003eknow\u003c\/em\u003e how they're supposed to behave in chapel. What they needed was a way to take ownership of the behavior expectations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter the above poster. I didn't want to continue simply reading \u003cem\u003eat\u003c\/em\u003e them; rather I wanted them to participate in the process. So I added some graphic \"cues\" and the results were great! Each class, on our way to chapel, I invite the kiddos to read the poster with me. For some, who haven't had much experience with reading, this is a huge achievement and you can tell they get a boost of confidence! I have noticed that there is most certainly a difference between simply hearing something versus reading it yourself; participation invites connection! At some point, I'm sure we'll be able to skip the poster, but I find they behave so much more respectfully when they have a fresh reminder of what is expected of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[On a side note ~ one little girl's father was late picking her up and, after she had assisted me where she could in my post-class clean-up, I encouraged her to visit the library or select a puzzle to do. On her way, I noticed that she'd stopped by the new poster and was reading it to herself! 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Not only does it provide a cutesy decoration for the upcoming holiday, with the interactive component, the board also provides your kiddos with the opportunity to practice color words and counting by tens! {Or another skill of your choosing!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpooky Spiders!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Spooky Spiders!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spider web border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Spider Webs. Michelle offers the spider web shapes with color word labels for download {for FREE!} at her blog. Download and print the shapes onto white card stock, cut them out, and arrange them around the board.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5041\" title=\"Color-Spider-Web\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Spider-Web.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e 2) The Spiders. Have your students help you create thumbprint spiders using white card stock and ink pads in assorted colors. Have them make a total of ten spiders of each color. When dry, cut the spiders out and place them on the corresponding color web. [NOTE: You might also simply create all the spider bodies out of black ink and have your kiddos draw on legs using different colored markers.] 3) The Halloween Accents. Add Halloween accents as desired. Michelle used Creative Teaching Press' adorable poppin' patterns spooktacular bulletin board set {pictured below}.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5040\" title=\"Spooktacular-Bulletin-Board-Set\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spooktacular-Bulletin-Board-Set.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Bulletin Board Set\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe just love the colors! 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This was easy and fun to create...!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Happy%20Owlidays3%20wm.jpg\" alt=\"Close Up Of Owl Themed Bulletin Board Accent\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eCheck out this close-up of the adorable owl!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always amazed at Lori's creativity and artistic talent, and think her vibrant designs offer lots of great inspiration!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734195249177,"sku":"A4418","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Happy_20Owlidays1_20wm.jpg?v=1522782240"},{"product_id":"seusstastic-silhouettes-read-across-america-bulletin-board-a4457","title":"Seusstastic' Silhouettes - Read Across America Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seusstastic-Silhouettes-Read-Across-America-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" title=\"Read Across America Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Read Across America Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're sure you're busy preparing for your Read Across America celebration next week, but if you haven't decided on a bulletin board, here's a fun (and simple!) design that also doubles as a cute activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e'Seusstastic' Silhouettes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the bulletin board with white bulletin board paper. 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For a fun intro activity, provide students with a cute handout or simply have them number\/letter a piece of paper, and invite them to see how many Seuss characters they can name simply by looking at the silhouettes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734197706777,"sku":"A4457","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seusstastic-Silhouettes-Read-Across-America-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782255"},{"product_id":"super-fun-cross-curricular-spring-plant-lesson-idea-a7009","title":"Super Fun Cross-Curricular Spring Plant Lesson Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love cross-curricular studies - especially combining literature and science! 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Isn't her anchor chart for the activity adorable!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning About Plants\/Flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been introduced to the concept of growing fruits and vegetables, the book provides the perfect segue into learning about what plants need to grow and the life cycle of a plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlisha and her second graders compared what living things (humans\/animals) need...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e...versus the things that plans\/flowers need to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThen Alisha introduced the life cycle of a plant with this fabulous (and enormous!) display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe learning experience is so much richer when students are encouraged to apply new concepts\/knowledge across multiple disciplines\/subject areas! 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