{"title":"October","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"halloween-language-arts-a1006","title":"Creepy Contractions Halloween Language Arts Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-44 \" title=\"Creepy Contractions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Creepy-Contractions.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.izzyshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen her unit on contractions fell over the week of Halloween, Betsy McKnight, fourth grade teacher and bulletin board contributor to Izzyshare, found herself in a unique position. Instead of allowing the themes to remain mutually exclusive, she incorporated the two inventing \"Creepy Contractions\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCreepy Contractions Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can do this activity one of two ways: find a pre-designed haunted house coloring page and have your students build from there or provide construction paper for your students to design their own house. However you decide to do it, make sure the house design has plenty of windows.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nEncourage your students to color or decorate their creations and cut them out. Next, have them carefully use scissors (kids safety scissors depending on their age) to create window flaps that will open out. This part may be tricky so make sure you're around to assist. With this successfully accomplished, mount the cutout onto a piece of construction paper (black, orange, or yellow to keep with the Halloween theme). As the glue dries, invite your students to use brainstorm a list of common contractions and the original words they're derived from.\n\u003cp\u003eOnce everything is set, have your students finish the exercise by neatly penning the contractions on the front of the house windows then open the flaps and write the original words on the construction paper underneath. Not only are these make festive classroom decorations, they're also perfect study aids!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCreepy Contractions Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Creepy Contractions\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any Halloween-themed bulletin board border (e.g. candy corn, pumpkins, ghosts, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few characters from your Halloween bulletin board sets and you'll be set! Contractions and Halloween - who knew?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGot any Halloween ideas? Ever paired two opposite topics together for a sensational bulletin board? We'd love to hear about it so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734073679897,"sku":"A1006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Creepy-Contractions.jpg?v=1522781511"},{"product_id":"advertising-classroom-events-volunteer-openings-a1011","title":"Advertising Classroom Events \u0026 Volunteer Openings Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-115\" title=\"Don't Leave Things to Chance\" alt=\"Classroom Management Fall Themed Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dont-Leave-Things-to-Chance.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: BoardsGalore.com | Alta McDaniel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes the simplest bulletin boards are the best! Alta McDaniel, creator of the bulletin board design and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.boardsgalore.com\/alta_mcdaniel.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoardsGalore.com\u003c\/a\u003e, used a rich fall theme to inform church attendees of the important facts: what, where, and when! You can do the same for parents, fellow staff members, and students in your classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Informational Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper (or another fall color).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"Don't LEAVE Things to Chance - Get Involved This Fall!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall leaf or other fall-themed bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create several large leaf patters from card stock. Trace these shapes onto construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, brown, green), cut them out, and use a black Sharpie marker to write upcoming events, dates, and times on each leaf. Important dates might include: parent-teacher conferences, PTA meetings, field trips, classroom parties, standardized testing dates, classroom plays\/open house, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do you keep \u003c\/em\u003eyour\u003cem\u003e students and parents up-to-date? Leave us a comment! We'd certainly love to hear about it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can get all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e as well as fun educational toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-238-hand-puppets-finger-puppets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehand puppets for children\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplay food sets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085607449,"sku":"A1011","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dont-Leave-Things-to-Chance.jpg?v=1522781582"},{"product_id":"have-a-poppin-good-school-year-a1014","title":"Have A Poppin' Good School Year! Popcorn Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-185 \" title=\"Have A Poppin Good School Year\" alt=\"Back to School Popcorn-Themed Fall Welcome Board Bulletin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Have-A-Poppin-Good-School-Year.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: BoardsGalore.com | Rosemary Carnes\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget traditional apples and school buses, this back-to-school bulletin board idea really \"pops\"! Display designer and a featured contributor of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.boardsgalore.com\/rosemarycarnes.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoardsGalore.com\u003c\/a\u003e, Rosemary Carnes, inspired her Sunday school students to have a great school year with bright colors, a catchy tag line, and salty treats! Here's how you can make your very own popcorn bulletin board display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePopcorn Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red fadeless bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Have A Poppin' Good School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board trimmer or other theater-themed trimmer (i.e. film strips, popcorn, etc.). You might also consider stringing actual popcorn onto fishing wire to create a garland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Popcorn Bags: Party stores carry popcorn bags, but you can also make your own (\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\/\/ \u003c ![CDATA[\n_mls.push(['Popcorn-Bag-Template','http:\/\/wwww.examiner.com\/x-1853-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m1d16-Handmade-popcorn-bags-enhance-a-family-movie-night']);\n\/\/ ]]\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca onclick=\"return goTop('Popcorn-Bag-Template');\" href=\"#\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esee template\u003c\/a\u003e). 2) The Popcorn. Pop a fresh bag of non-buttered popcorn. You'll want to fill your popcorn bags about 3\/4 of the way with cotton balls and then glue your popcorn in. Follow this pattern: add a layer of popcorn, secure with spray adhesive, add a layer of popcorn, secure with spray adhesive, etc. until you've reached the desired effect (i.e. the popcorn is nicely mounded at the top of the bag with a few pieces 'overflowing'). To prevent the popcorn from collecting dust, you may wish to spray the finished product with a flat, clear enamel paint. 3) The Details. Add a few stray pieces of stray popcorn around the board, script an inspiring educational quote, and you'll have a welcome board that \"pops\"!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEver use real food for classroom displays? We'd love to hear about it! Leave us a comment with your tips \u0026amp; tricks!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e from our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. You can get everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to kid's ride-on toys like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma car\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086066201,"sku":"A1014","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Have-A-Poppin-Good-School-Year.jpg?v=1522781585"},{"product_id":"now-playing-a1013","title":"Now Playing...Movie \u0026 Hollywood Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-177 \" title=\"Now Playing\" alt=\"Back to School Elementary Movie Themed Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Now-Playing1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachingheart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an exciting new way to welcome your students back-to-school? Mrs. Hodges' design, featured on Colleen Gallager's site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/backtoschoolbboards.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart's\u003c\/a\u003e, embodies the excitement and anticipation of her \"new releases\" with this theater theme! All that's missing is the popcorn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNow Playing...Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Now Playing...'Mrs. Hodges' Wonderful Kindergartners'\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlain black bulletin board trimmer or movie themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Clapboard. Use black construction paper and teal construction paper to create the clapboard. Red construction paper or sticker letters to script \"Starring\" on the cutout. 2) The Stars. Draw or find a printable star shape online. Use this template to trace stars onto yellow construction paper\/card stock or make photocopies. Once the stars are cut out, use a black Sharpie marker to write the names of your students, one per star.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIf you have the time...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were thinking about ways in which you could expand on this theme and here are a few suggestions. They might require a bit more work, but the results should be worth it!\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bulletinboardideas.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/12\/files\/2010\/07\/Now-Playing-Marquee.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-178\" title=\"Now Playing Marquee\" alt=\"Pinedale Elementary's Coming Attractions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Now-Playing-Marquee.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry creating an actual marquee. Here's a picture of the mock-up. Many traditional theaters use a mixture of red, yellow, and blue, but you can certainly choose different colors. Size depends upon the board layout, but this would look great centered at the top with the stars floating around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunch up the bulletin board by using red bulletin board paper for the background and a special trimmer. Actual film, including old negatives or new film pulled from the dispenser, or a prefabricated film-strip themed trimmer could work great. Additionally, if you left the marquee plain, you could create the illusion of 'twinkle lights' around the outside edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bulletinboardideas.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/12\/files\/2010\/07\/Hollywood-Clapboard.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-179\" title=\"Hollywood Clapboard\" alt=\"Hollywood Clapboard\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hollywood-Clapboard.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a replica clapboard. If you're changing the background color to red, you can use authentic clapboard colors and markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo commemorate the starting of school and your student's movie star status, take a picture of each child on \"the red carpet\" in order to hang by their star. If you'd like to continue the celebration, think about party treats. Tying a ribbon and welcome tag around a bag of microwave popcorn could be a fun surprise!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to design your \"Now Playing...\" bulletin board, you can be sure it'll be a hit with your students. And, of course, it'll provide a nice splash of color to your classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e welcome your students back to school? Ever treated them like \"movie stars\"? We'd love to hear about it so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. There you will find a huge selection of educational products including things like an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-38-kids-easels.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart easel for kids\u003c\/a\u003e and kid's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esafety scissors\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086131737,"sku":"A1013","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Now-Playing1.jpg?v=1522781585"},{"product_id":"look-whos-poppin-welcome-board-a1020","title":"\"Look Who's Poppin'!\" Welcome Back-to-School Popcorn Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-221   \" title=\"Look Who's Poppin\" alt=\"Welcome Back to School Popcorn Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Look-Whos-Poppin1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's just something about fluffy pieces of white popped corn that screams - \"This is gonna be fun!\" Maybe it's the reminder of the movie theater, memories of stringing it together for the family Christmas tree, or even recollections of stale popcorn at school sporting events, but somehow it seems to evoke excitement and anticipation. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsnaylorsclassroom.com\/Bulletin%20board%20ideas.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Naylor\u003c\/a\u003e does a wonderful job creating just those emotions with this popcorn swathed welcome bulletin board idea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePopcorn Welcome Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Look Who's Poppin' Into _____________ (e.g. Second Grade, Kindergarten, etc.)!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain yellow wavy trimmer or popcorn bulletin border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Popcorn Bag: Create the bag shape from red bulletin board paper. Add vertical strips of white bulletin board paper to create stripes and create a bag label. Mrs. Naylor used computer software to create a red oval and red lettering reading \"Mrs. Naylor's Class\". You could just as well draw a red oval (or shape of your choice) onto an 8.5\" x 11\" sheet of white card stock and print your desired wording. 2) The Popcorn. Popcorn kernels are far from uniform so no precise templates need to be made. Just freehand these fluffy shapes onto white construction paper or white poster board, add yellow \"butter\" marks with marker on some of the rounded edges if desired, cut them out, and write individual student names on each. Place these kernels \"in\" your striped popcorn bag and scattered around the sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just \u003c\/em\u003eone\u003cem\u003e fun idea for welcoming your students back to school. We'd love to hear about your favorite back-to-school bulletin boards, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can find all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool craft supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087180313,"sku":"A1020","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Look-Whos-Poppin1.jpg?v=1522781591"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-footprint-fun-a1025","title":"Back-To-School Footprint Fun Bulletin Board Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-276   \" alt=\"Back to School Inspirational Preschool Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: SignUpGenius.com | Tamara Armentrout\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to promote a positive learning environment is to find ways to incorporate positive messages in your classroom displays and bulletin boards. For Mrs. Armentrout and Mrs. Tinney, this means capturing the excitement of the first week of school and using it to \"jump right in\" to learning with an attitude of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFootprint Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We've Jumped Right In With Both Feet!\" or \"We've Jumped Right In For A Successful School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armentrout and Tinney used a solid black wavy trimmer, but you might also consider adding a brightly pattered border or colored trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure out the amount of white bulletin board paper needed to cover the board, cut and tape it together creating a large \"mural\". Provide your students with shallow dishes of paint in assorted colors and paint brushes, instructing them take turns painting their bare feet and creating a print around the edges of the paper. Have your students use a black permanent marker to write their name under their footprints then set the \"mural\" aside to dry. When the paint has completely dried, attach the paper to the bulletin board, add the title letters and border, and you'll have a fun and positive classroom decoration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost students like getting \"messy\" for art. We'd love to know how\u003c\/em\u003e you\u003cem\u003e use your students hand- and footprints around the classroom so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cdel\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FOR TEACHERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board was a submission to SignUpGenius' Back-To-School Bulletin Board Contest where one lucky teacher will win a $250 Walmart gift card to help with the cost of classroom supplies. Here's how it works, go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/contest\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius.com\u003c\/a\u003e and:\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eUpload your classroom bulletin board picture.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe first 20 entries will win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eHave your classroom students and parents “vote” for your board (one vote per day per household allowed).\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe Bulletin board with the most votes through 9\/20\/10 wins a $250 Walmart gift card for classroom \"back to school\" supplies!\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlthough the contest is now closed, be sure to check out how \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e can help you organize classroom parties, teacher groups, and much much more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087966745,"sku":"A1025","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg?v=1522781596"},{"product_id":"revealing-an-all-star-roster-a1026","title":"Revealing An \"All-Star\" Roster! Baseball Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-290\" title=\"All-Star Bulletin Board\" alt=\"Back to School Kindergarten Sports Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/All-Star-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/mrcayer.hypermart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether they express it or not, \u003cem\u003eevery\u003c\/em\u003e student needs to know that they're a special part of the classroom. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrcayer.hypermart.net\/id52.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJames Cayer\u003c\/a\u003e, fourth grade teacher from Nevada and avid Cardinals football fan, designed this sports-themed back-to-school bulletin board to remind his students that they are ALL stars - and, of course, to introduce his \"All-Star\" roster!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAll-Star Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheets of red, white, and blue construction paper. To replicate Mr. Cayer's design you'll need to start at the top left corner and take the color patterning row by row: 1) Top row = red, white, blue,  2) Row Two = white, blue, red, and 3) Row Three = blue, red, white. Then start the process over until you've covered the entire bulletin board with construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"______________ (Mr. Cayer's, Our Preschool, etc.) All Stars!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mr. Cayer chose not to use a border, but a solid blue or red bulletin board trimmer could also work here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Jerseys. Create a jersey template from card stock. Determine how many of each color you'll need to complete the board remembering that blue jerseys will be placed on the red sheets of construction paper, red jerseys on white, and white jerseys on blue. Trace and cut out a jersey for each student in your class. 2) The Jersey Details. Create a star template from card stock. Determine how many of each color you'll need based on the fact that each jersey should have two stars and the colors should be as follows: red on blue, white on red, and blue on white. Also, using word processing software with a \"WordArt\" feature, create jersey numbers and names. Print these onto colored card stock, cut them out and glue them to their proper jerseys. You'll need to plan ahead of time what color jersey each student will have so that you can follow the following color pattern when printing their names\/numbers: white lettering on blue jerseys, blue lettering on red jerseys, and red lettering on white jerseys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe directions may seem a bit complicated, but if you ever lose track of the correct color patterns, refer to the picture of Mr. Cayer's board. Additionally, it will be of great benefit if you sketch out your own board, student names and numbers included, so that you have a \"pattern\" to work off of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think about this board, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer all kinds of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-34-teacher-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and educational toys like pretend \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplay food sets\u003c\/a\u003e at up to 70% off retail!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088228889,"sku":"A1026","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/All-Star-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781598"},{"product_id":"we-are-jumping-into-fall-a1027","title":"We Are Jumping Into Fall! 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Provide your students with washable markers in fall colors (e.g. yellow, red, orange, green, and brown) and invite them to color the paper towel or coffee filter leaves. Encourage them to explore patterning and color mixing as they design each leaf. When finished, place the leaves on a newspaper covered surface, prepare a spray bottle with clean water, and spritz them with water. Your students will be excited to see that, as the water soaks into the leaves, the colors spread and mingle creating a tie dye effect! Let the leaves dry overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace and cut leaves from watercolor paper. Provide your students with watercolor paint and kids paint brushes, inviting them to paint colorful fall leaves. Set aside overnight to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn sheets of card stock, use a marker and the fall leave templates as a measuring tool to create several small boxes. Provide your students with old magazines and invite them to cut out swatches of fall colors (reds, yellows, oranges, greens, and browns). With a glue stick or a bottle of Elmer's school glue and a paint brush, instruct your students to collage these magazine pieces in the squares on their card stock. Set aside to dry. When the glue has set, have your students use the fall leaf templates to trace and cut out leaves from the collaged squares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may even consider having your students complete each of these crafts throughout the week and then using all of them to create the bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We Are Jumping Into Fall!\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Are Jumping Into Fall!\" or \"______________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Our Preschoolers, etc.) Are Jumping Into Fall!\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the border plain or consider adding a fall leaf trimmer, solid fall-colored border, or continuing the leaf\/acorn cutouts around the edge as a mock border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Squirrel. Tape several pieces of white construction paper together and use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a squirrel onto the paper. If you don’t want to mess with a projector, you can also freehand it. Use markers, paint, or oil pastels to color the squirrel and add detailing. Place the squirrel in the center of the board. 2) The Leaves. Use your students fall leaf crafts. Make a large pile at the bottom of the bulletin board and place several others around the board to create an illusion of leaves eddying down from the trees. 3) The Other Details. Think about adding acorn and pine cone cut outs to complete the fall scene. You could create templates from card stock, tracing them onto brown construction paper or card stock, or you might be able to find a black and white clip-art image online or through your word processing software that could be printed onto colored card stock then cut out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis board will remind your students of the fun that autumn brings! We'd love to hear how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e decorate for fall so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. Whether you need \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehomeschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, or pretty much any other educational supplies, we've got you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088589337,"sku":"A1027","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/8-squirrel.jpg?v=1522781600"},{"product_id":"fall-ing-in-love-a1029","title":"\"FALL-ing In Love...\" Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-330 aligncenter\" title=\"Falling In Love With Toddler 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-tree-falling-in-love2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Tree with Leaves Preschool or Kindergarten Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's that time of year when green gives way to brilliant reds, golds, oranges, and browns! Bring some of those festive autumn tones into your classroom with this cute, leaf themed bulletin board idea that will have you \"FALL-ing\" in love with the season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Leaf Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the creator of this bulletin board decided to use a leaf template and colored construction paper to make the leaves, you may want to get your students involved in the process as well! Here are a few fun leaf crafts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students trace and cut out their hand prints from brightly colored card stock or construction paper and use these as the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom a fall leaf template, create card stock leaves (make sure that they are bigger than your students' hands). Assist students in making hand prints on these card stock leaf shapes using tempera paint in fall tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with card stock leaves, washable paint, and sponges, inviting them to color and texture the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Tree Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fadeless black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"FALL-ing In Love With ________________ (Autumn, Toddler 2, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc.)\" or \"________________ (Toddler 2, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc.) is FALL-ing in Love With ________________ (Autumn, Reading, etc.)\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid color trimmer in a fall color or a leaf themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Create a three-dimensional effect using crumbled paper bags or brown bulletin board paper or create a two-dimensional tree shape using brown bulletin board paper or taping sheets of brown construction paper together. You'll need a trunk and several branches. 2) The Leaves. Create your own leaves from templates and colored card stock, or use your students' creations. Make sure to pen each student's name on their leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've found that keeping your bulletin board displays simple, saves time and resources while still packing a punch! Doubly so if you have your \u003cem\u003estudents\u003c\/em\u003e create the artwork needed! We'd love to hear what you think so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can get everything you need for your classroom. Whether you need to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebuy construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or educational toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-307-pretend-food.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etoy food\u003c\/a\u003e, we have it all!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088753177,"sku":"A1029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3-tree-falling-in-love2.jpg?v=1522781601"},{"product_id":"bats-in-the-classroom-a3708","title":"Bats in the Classroom!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-110\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bat.jpg\" alt=\"black bat on orange background\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eYour preschoolers are sure to go \"batty\" over these fun Halloween activities from Gary Hopkins at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.educationworld.com\/a_lesson\/lesson\/lesson031.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation World\u003c\/a\u003e ®!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will be surprised to find out that bats do not rely on their eyesight to navigate while flying or locating their food. Hopkins recommends helping preschoolers understand the concept of echolocation with Jump Start's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Echolocation Song\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (via YouTube). NOTE: While repetitive, the echolocation \"rap\" tends to move at a rapid pace so you may have to play it a few times in order for your students to catch everything. Or, print out the lyrics and recite them slowly, inviting your students to repeat them after you for full \"digestion\" of the material!\n\nYou might also consider \"demonstrating\" the concept of echolocation with a game. Try a \"batty\" version of \u003cem\u003eMarco Polo\u003c\/em\u003e where a student volunteer gets blindfolded, is placed in the center of the game play area, and pretends to be a \"bat\", while the rest of the class pretend to be \"insects\". The blindfolded volunteer calls out \"beep, beep\" to which the insects, with full sight and instructions to keep moving around the play area, must respond \"buzz, buzz\". Relying solely on their ears, the bat then attempts to \"catch\" their prey. Once tagged, insects must return to the \"bat cave\" (their desk) until the bat is full (set a limit of three or four insects) and then another student volunteer gets the chance to be the bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo finish up the science lesson on bats, consider creating a slideshow of various bats native to your area or region - including both pictures and audio clips found on the internet - for your students to examine and discuss. They'll be amazed to learn that because bat frequencies are so high and move at such a fast pace, they must be slowed down in order for the human ear to distinguish each species sound complexities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great bat resources and ideas for incorporating these interesting creatures into your reading, writing, math, and social studies lessons, be sure to visit Hopkins' full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091866137,"sku":"A3708","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bat.jpg?v=1522781620"},{"product_id":"halloween-skeletons-a3709","title":"Halloween Skeletons","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-125\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Foot-X-ray.jpg\" alt=\"x-ray foot\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Claudio Calcagno\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThought skeletons were just a fun way to bring a little spooky Halloween \"cheer\" into the classroom? Jason Carr, lesson plan contributor to Education World ®, suggests broadening your scope and using this fun q-tip skeleton craft as a way to introduce your students to basic anatomy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our skeletal system is made up of many bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our bones have several important jobs in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn and be able to identify major bones in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarr suggests starting off the unit with a brainstorming session where students help make a list of major bones in the body. He recommends keeping the bone names simple and at your students' level (e.g. thigh bone instead of femur, etc.). For the q-tip skeleton project, make sure students have been introduced to all of the following: skull, spine, ribs, arm bones, fingers, thigh bone, leg bone, foot bones.\n\n\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-115\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Q-Tip-Skeleton-Recipe-Card.jpg\" alt=\"q-tip pieces needed to create a skeleton\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eProvide students with a piece of black construction paper, craft glue, a skull cutout, and a q-tip skeleton \"recipe card\". Invite students collect the correct number of q-tip parts needed to construct their bony friend. After students have completed their projects, discuss how bones play an important role in our bodies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey give our bodies structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey protect our organs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe provide muscles with a place to attach so we can move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having fun with these \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/abc-exercise-cards-hooray.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eABC Exercise Cards\u003c\/a\u003e from Amy at Teach Mama (each card is equipped with a letter and some type of movement to go along with each letter - e.g. \"A\" - \"Make circles with your \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003enkle\"). This fun activity will allow your preschoolers a chance for some active fun and demonstrate how bones are essential to movement! It might also be fun to explore actual x-ray films for a real look into our amazing bodies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Science\/Anatomy\/ANA0008.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eQ-Tip Skeleton - An Educator's Reference Desk Lesson Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092029977,"sku":"A3709","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Foot-X-ray.jpg?v=1522781622"},{"product_id":"snazzy-spider-halloween-door-decor-a1040","title":"Snazzy Spider Halloween Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" title=\"Halloween Spider Web Classroom Door Decoration\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Web-Door.jpg\" alt=\"Glitter Spider Web Halloween Door Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such a large canvas \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e the classroom I sometimes fail to remember that the outside door and hallway are just as important to plan for! If you're looking for something simple (i.e. kid created so that you don't have to do \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e the work!), that will also pack a punch for the holidays, here's a snazzy Halloween door decoration from kindergarten teacher Cherie Farinola!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpider Web Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you'll need to create these beautiful holiday crafts are black sheets of card stock or construction paper, white crayons, Elmer's® school glue, and craft glitter in assorted colors. As Cherie writes, have students draw webs with the crayons, trace with glue, and cover with glitter. Super simple! As your students are creating, you can discuss symmetry and fun facts about the spider!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: For less mess, consider using actual glitter glue pens. It provides a similar shimmer effect, but won't coat your floor with small 'unsweepable' glitter pieces for the next six months!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpider Web Door Decor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fadeless orange bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Happy Halloween!\", \"Have A Spooktacular Halloween!\", or \"_____________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Preschool, etc.) is Caught Up in Halloween Fun!\". Farinola used a black permanent marker to pen the message directly onto the orange background paper, but you could use normal trace and cut letters also!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Farinola created a spider web in each corner with a black permanent marker. You could also create these from black yarn or construction paper or add a Halloween themed trimmer instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Spider. String up a plastic spider toy, purchase a large spider cutout, or create a spider from card stock and cover it with fine black glitter. 2) The Spider Webs. Use your students' stunning creations!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor such a simple design, this dynamic door decoration will add just the right amount of color and flair to your classroom this Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and other classroom supplies like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eheavyweight construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e from our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092357657,"sku":"A1040","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Web-Door.jpg?v=1522781623"},{"product_id":"spooktacular-haunted-house-bulletin-board-a1041","title":"Spooktacular' Haunted House Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" title=\"Haunted House Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spook-tacular-2nd-Graders.jpg\" alt=\"Haunted House and Ghost Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaytee, second grade teacher and bulletin board designer featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\/bb7-halloween.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherideas.com\/bb7-halloween.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Teacher Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e, knows that sometimes 'success is in the details'! Her 'spooktacular' haunted house Halloween scape featuring adorable boy and girl ghosts and clever boarded up windows proves just that! This is definitely an idea to file away for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKids Ghost Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students are sure to have a blast making ghost crafts for this spooky scene. To duplicate the ghosts created by Kaytee's students, create a template that includes a large ghost cutout, eyes, a mouth, and a bow. Have students trace and cut out a ghost shape from white card stock then use glue and small squares of white tissue paper to cover the shape. Invite your students to cut eyes and a mouth from black card stock as well as a bow from a piece of crafting paper and attach them carefully to the tissue paper. Have students create girl ghosts by attaching the bow to the ghost head and boy ghosts by creating a bow tie at the 'neck'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to try something different, consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovering ghost cutouts with fine white glitter instead of tissue paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating footprint 'ghosts' with washable white paint and dark blue construction paper (to match the background), covering the wet paint with fine white glitter, drawing on a face with black paint or marker, and creating bows out of colorful yarn or ribbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForming 3D ghosts by wrapping several sheets of tissue paper around a foam craft ball, gathering and tying the excess tissue underneath the ball with a colorful ribbon (in essence using the ball as the ghost's head), and drawing a face with marker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to create the ghosts for your bulletin board, your students are sure to enjoy being involved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHaunted House Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two-thirds of the board with dark blue bulletin board paper to create a 'haunted' sky. Create the landscape (ground and hill) with light brown or tan bulletin board paper and fashion a 'drive' for the haunted house from darker brown bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Spooktacular __________________ (e.g. 2nd Graders, Preschoolers, etc.)\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaytee did not use a border and, with so many things going it, it is probably best to keep it plain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Haunted House. While it may look daunting, with the use of simple shapes (i.e. rectangles, triangles, squares, etc.) you can create this from gray, black, yellow, and brown construction paper or bulletin board background paper. The building structure consists of two gray rectangles, the dormers are two small gray squares, the roof pieces are formed by various sized black triangles, the windows are small yellow squares with black pane overlays, and the door is a small brown rectangle. The embellishments are up to you. (We do really like the 'boarded' windows though!) 2) The Sky. The dark background serves as the main portion. All you'll need to add is a large yellow moon and thin gray wavy\/wispy clouds. 3) The Ghosts. Use your students' creations! 4) The Fence. Create the fence from strips of black construction paper or bulletin board paper in various thicknesses (for a more haunted appearance).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat can we say, the combination of design and detail make this board a spooktacular choice for your Halloween decor next year (or even this year if you can swing it!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what you think and about how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e decorate for Halloween, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can save on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom rugs\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekid's pretend play toys\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092783641,"sku":"A1041","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spook-tacular-2nd-Graders.jpg?v=1522781626"},{"product_id":"top-5-autumn-sensory-bins-a3707","title":"Top 5 Autumn Sensory Bins","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour preschoolers learn and order the world around them through their senses. Creating unique sensory station experiences not only encourages your students to discover new information through their sense of touch, sight, and even smell, it offers the chance to strengthen fine motor skills as they manipulate objects and explore different textures. In addition to honing coordination, dexterity, and control, students also encounter important concepts like “big\/little”, “in\/out”, etc. while learning the accepted rules and etiquette of social interaction and play as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things fun and interesting this fall, here are our top sensory bin picks for autumn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarisa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/fall-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e captures the elegance of fall with this dynamic sensory bin. From the contrast of the red and black beans to the rich, contrasting textures of the fall pumpkins and gourds this sensory tub is all-around delightful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1_1_11-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin full of fall items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1 | Carisa\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMari-Ann, creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/september-sensory-tub-playdough-fall.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e, captures the very essence of fall (it's vibrant colors!) with this gorgeous sensory bin! From its base of acorns and pinecones to the dynamic selection of fall leaves and heavenly cinnamon sticks, this bin not only \u003cem\u003elooks\u003c\/em\u003e like fall, it \u003cem\u003esmells\u003c\/em\u003e like fall too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Counting-Coconuts-September-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin full of fall themed items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts | Mari-Ann\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful sensory tub from Michelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/delightfullearning.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/busy-little-squirrel.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDelightful Learning\u003c\/a\u003e was created to compliment Nancy Tafuri's \u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Busy Little Squirrel\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and all things fall! Created with a base of \"squirrel food\" (bird seed, corn, apples, acorns, and peanuts) and embellished with animals, fall fruits, and even autumn \"branches\", this sensory bin is a treat to explore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Delightful-Learning-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with squirrel and fall themed items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Delightful Learning | Michelle\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllie from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/07\/fall-preview-apples-and-acorns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e captures the simplicity of fall with this apple and acorn sensory tub! Paired with some exciting tools and sorting containers, your preschoolers are sure to have a blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/No-Time-For-Flash-Cards-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with apples acorns and beans\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: No Time For Flash Cards | Allie\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensational autumn bin from Daisy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/twolittleseeds.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/autumn-sensory-box.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTwo Little Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e provides a menagerie of \"autumnal delights\" to explore! Contrasting textures from needle felted acorns and knitted apples to plastic buttons, poky pinecones, and silky leaves offer fun stimuli for the eyes and hands while cinnamon sticks provide a treat for the nose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Two-Little-Seeds-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with fall themed objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Two Little Seeds | Daisy\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick on the pictures to visit each blog and find out how to make your own autumn sensory bin! And, of course, be sure to browse around for other helpful early childhood posts while you're there!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092849177,"sku":"A3707","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1_1_11-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"product_id":"jack-o-lantern-math-a3710","title":"Jack-O’-Lantern Math","description":"\u003cp\u003ePumpkins offer many wonderful hands-on math and science lessons for fall. Here are some great ideas to use in the weeks leading up to Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasuring \u0026amp; Prediction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresent students with several pumpkins of different sizes - one small, one medium, and one large. Have them predict which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/greatest\u003c\/strong\u003e pumpkin seeds, which pumpkin weighs the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/most\u003c\/strong\u003e, and which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003esmallest\/largest\u003c\/strong\u003e circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with ribbon \"tape measures\" and invite them to measure each pumpkin's circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with scales and invite them to measure the weight of each pumpkin. (NOTE: It might also be fun to hollow out each pumpkin and weigh the \"goop\" found inside!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCounting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign a pumpkin seed counting mat. Place in plastic document sleeves, inviting students to use a dry erase crayon to draw the correct number of pumpkin seeds called for, or have students match the appropriate number of actual pumpkin seeds to the counting mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg\" alt=\"orange pumpkin green vine number\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with pumpkin counting pages like these created by Elaine of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kinderplans.com\/p\/31\/preschool-kindergarten-halloween\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderPlans\u003c\/a\u003e where students can color in the appropriate number of pumpkins and practice tracing numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"black and white pumpkin coloring page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderPlans | Elaine Engerdahl\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin counting cards and have students practice placing them in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase ten small pie pumpkins, script a number on each (one through ten), and invite students to practice placing them in order. (NOTE: This is also a great gross motor skill activity!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePatterning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse food coloring or liquid watercolors to dye pumpkin seeds different colors. Have students practice simple patterning with these fun markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin cutouts from various colors of card stock or construction paper and have students practice creating and copying various simple patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkins are an amazing fruit to explore this Halloween season! Be sure to visit Elaine's full post at KinderPlans for more wonderful pumpkin patch theme ideas for language arts, crafts, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093013017,"sku":"A3710","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-life-cycle-game-a3711","title":"Pumpkin Life Cycle Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Board-e1288124847911.jpg\" alt=\"homemade game board with sun raindrop and soil object markers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHomemade Game Board\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a fun way to teach your preschoolers about the life cycle of a pumpkin? Try this simple homemade game! As they play, students will learn what pumpkins need in order to grow, about their stages of growth, and end up with a snazzy fall craft to boot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each student with a game board as well as a pumpkin \"seed\" made from tan Wonderfoam® and their very own \"pumpkin patch\" created by folding a piece brown piece of construction paper as shown:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Paper-Folding1.jpg\" alt=\"paper folding diagrams\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite each student to \"plant\" their pumpkin seed under the paper flap, then take turns rolling the die in hopes of \"growing\" their seed into a pumpkin!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Dice-e1288125165859.jpg\" alt=\"paper die with raindrop soil sun and pumpkin icons\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHomemade Game Die\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRolling the Die\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the die lands on a sun, raindrop, or soil icon, students should move the corresponding marker on their game board. If the die lands on a pumpkin square, students pass the die to the next student and do nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinning the Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach time students roll the die, they have a chance to provide their seedling with something it needs in order to grow: sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil. The goal is to advance each marker on the game board to the opposite side (each marker should start at the left and progress toward the right). Each time one of the markers reaches the end, students will receive the pieces needed to advance their pumpkin to the next growth stage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pumpkin first begins as a seed that needs to be planted. Students will receive the materials for the first stage at the beginning of the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-1.jpg\" alt=\"tan pumpkin seed between the folds of brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the next stage, vines can be seen sprouting from the ground. When their first marker has been advanced to the end, students will receive green vines to glue in their pumpkin patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-2.jpg\" alt=\"green foam vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore becoming a pumpkin, the vines form blossoms. When their second marker has been advanced to the end, students will receive a yellow and white blossom to place on their pumpkin vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-3.jpg\" alt=\"yellow and white blossom on green vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the last stage of growth, pumpkins are formed! When students advance their last marker to the end they'll receive a full grown pumpkin to place in their patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-4.jpg\" alt=\"orange pumpkin on green vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first player to advance all their markers to the end and \"grow\" a pumpkin wins the game! Not only will your students learn about the pumpkin life cycle, they'll have a blast doing it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093209625,"sku":"A3711","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Board-e1288124847911.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-our-pumpkin-patch-a1043","title":"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch! Fall \u0026 Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-433 aligncenter\" title=\"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-e1288138942674.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin and Scarecrow Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fall or Halloween this vibrant scarecrow bulletin board will add color to your classroom, provide a place to display student seasonal crafts, and create a sense of excitement for the changing of seasons and the upcoming holidays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few craft ideas to get your board started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a paper plate, a shallow dish of tempera paint, and painting sponges. Invite them to \"stamp\" their plates to create a pumpkin. Twist a green chenille stem around a pencil (to make it curly), punch a hole at the top of the dried plates, and create a whimsical stem using the curled pipe cleaner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a pumpkin template. Using a brown permanent marker, use the template to trace pumpkin shapes onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-395-contact-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econtact paper\u003c\/a\u003e. Peel the backing from the contact paper pumpkins and place it, sticky side up, on your students' desks. Invite them to fill in the pumpkin shape with pre-cut pieces of orange tissue paper and create a stem and leaves using brown and green construction paper or art tissue paper. Place a second sheet of contact paper over the tissue collage (so that the sticky sides face each other), use a gold metallic paint pen to trace around the pumpkin for extra embellishment (optional), and use a pair of scissors to cut out the final pumpkin shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate pumpkin cutouts from orange construction paper. Provide students with actual pumpkin seeds dyed orange (using food coloring or liquid watercolor paints) and invite them to collage the cutouts with the seeds. You might also consider letting your students paint the seeds as a part of the craft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a large coffee filter and an orange marker. Invite them to color the coffee filter with the marker then, with a squirt bottle filled with water, mist the coffee filters. Your students will love watching the colored areas expand to cover the filter paper. Punch a hole at the top of the filter and create a fun stem using brown or green pipe cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Patch Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue Kraft paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Welcome To Our Pumpkin Patch!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a solid white, yellow, or orange bulletin board border or opt for a fall themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. Use bulletin board paper rolls to create the base of the scarecrow - black for the pants, orange for the head, and blue for the shirt and hat. Construction paper or card stock in assorted colors work great for the embellishments. Create and slightly crumble small strips of yellow paper to form \"straw\" fringe at the top and bottom of the scarecrow's shirt as well as at the end of each shirt sleeve and pant leg. Use this yellow fringe to create a mop of \"hair\" under the hat. Patches in assorted colors and buttons made from orange paper can be \"sewn\" on to the base pieces using black yarn. Small craft embellishments or paper pieces can be glued to the patches to provide an extra bit of flair. Add a fun scarecrow face with permanent marker, colored paper, and black yarn and your scarecrow is complete! 2) The Pumpkins. Use your students' creations! 3) The Other Embellishments. The display designer added a moon in the night sky which you can easily create out of yellow construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to know what you think of this design. Leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some new \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteaching supplies\u003c\/a\u003e? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you'll find everything you could possibly need including things like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e and even popular kid's toys like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/plasmacar\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplasma cars\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093307929,"sku":"A1043","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-e1288138942674.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"were-batty-over-halloween-a1044","title":"We're Batty Over Halloween! - Halloween Bat Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Batty-over-Halloween.jpg\" alt=\"craft bats fly around a yellow moon\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Gigglepotz | Kim White\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim White, preschool teacher and bulletin board contributor to the teacher resource site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gigglepotz.com\/2009\/09\/17\/bulletin-board-batty-over-halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGigglepotz\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this fun holiday bulletin board to display her students' Halloween crafts. Super simple and wonderfully festive, this is a design to add to your 'inspiration folder' for next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eHalloween Bat Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a few different ways to create the bats for your bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo duplicate White's board you'll need large coffee filters, washable black craft paint, colored construction paper, and assorted craft embellishments. The process: cut the coffee filters in half, paint them black, then create bat faces using small black construction paper circles, white construction paper fangs, wiggle eyes, and small orange craft pom pon noses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with white card stock, shallow bowls of black craft paint, and kids paint brushes. Invite them to cover their palm with black paint, using the provided paint brushes, and carefully create a print in the center of their paper. Help them to quickly sprinkle fine black glitter onto the wet paint, then set aside to dry. After the paint and glitter have set, provide students with card stock bat wing templates for them to trace on either side of their bat 'body' and color with black marker (or trace onto black construction paper and glue onto the paper). Encourage them to create bat ears with the markers (or black construction paper triangles) and finish off their craft with large wiggle eyes and fangs made from white construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with *pre-spray painted* black Styrofoam craft balls, school glue, and black card stock. Using bat wing templates, invite them to create bat wings from the card stock (leaving a small flap where the wings attach to the bat 'body') and glue them to the sides of the ball. (NOTE: An adult may need to put several straight pins through the flaps and into the foam for extra strength.) To finish, have students add wiggle eyes and fangs, then hang the bats on the board using fishing line and push-pins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with black card stock bat cutouts, craft glue, and coffee beans or black beans, inviting them to create textured Halloween bats by gluing the beans to the cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBatty Bulletin Board Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper. You might also consider creating a more dynamic board using orange or yellow bulletin board paper, or further the \"bats in the night sky\" theme by using purple or gray bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We're Batty Over Halloween!\" or \"__________ (Mrs. Nelson's Class, Pre-K, etc.) is Batty Over Halloween!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e White used an alphabet themed bulletin board border, but you might also consider using a solid black wavy trimmer or a Halloween themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Bats. Use your students' creations! 2) The Other Details. White created a yellow moon to complete her \"bats in the night sky\" theme. To spice up the theme, you might consider creating wispy white (spooky) clouds or creating the illusion that the bats are flying out of a haunted chimney or attic window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOverall, we think this board has great potential and that it would make a great addition to your holiday decor! We'd love to hear your thoughts though, so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer all kinds of educational products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecarpets for kids\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola colored pencil\u003c\/a\u003e sets!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093471769,"sku":"A1044","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Batty-over-Halloween.jpg?v=1522781630"},{"product_id":"top-halloween-sensory-bins-a3712","title":"Top Halloween Sensory Bins of 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eI know we've already shared a sensory bin feature this week, but we can't get enough of this \u003cem\u003ewonderfully social, developmentally appropriate, and highly educational play\u003c\/em\u003e! As Halloween nears, consider updating your bins to reflect the season. You may have considered the customary embellishments - plastic spiders and creepy crawlers, plastic skeleton toys, pumpkin scoops, small black cauldrons, Halloween erasers, etc. - but every sensory bin needs a \"base\" material. Here are a few fun ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange, black, purple, and lime green streamers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange, black, purple, and lime green \"Easter\" grass (or thinly shredded paper).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack sunflower seeds with pumpkin seed accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin seeds dyed orange, black, purple, and lime green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a unique sensory base material (and a bit of messy fun!), try coloring water with washable liquid watercolors, adding cooked spaghetti noodles or other pasta to squish around!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, of course, we searched the web for festive Halloween sensory bin inspiration. Here are our favorites that are sure to be dynamic and kid-approved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-168\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-The-Picky-Apple.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thepickyapple.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Cara | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thepickyapple.com\/blog\/2010\/10\/05\/halloween-sensory-bin\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Picky Apple\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-169\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Snails-Puppy-Dog-Tails.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: puppydogtails.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Emily | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puppydogtails.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/autumn.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSnails and Puppy Dog Tails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-170\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-No-Time-For-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"plastic tub filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Allie | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2009\/10\/halloween-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-171\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Along-the-Way.jpg\" alt=\"black cauldron filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: gironlife.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Cindy | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gironlife.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/october-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlong The Way\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-172\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Counting-Coconuts.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Mari-Ann | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-sensory-tub-playdough.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-173\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Welcome-To-Our-Wonderland.jpg\" alt=\"green bowl filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lettersnumbersandbooksohmy.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Shannon | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lettersnumbersandbooksohmy.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/october-school-fun-pumpkins-from.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome To Our Wonderland\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-174\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-No-Time-For-Flash-Cards2.jpg\" alt=\"corningware baking dish filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Allie | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/10\/spooky-halloween-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-175\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Nurturing-Naters.jpg\" alt=\"clear plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Becky | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/2010-10-october-sensory-tub-playdoh-of.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNurturing Naters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-179\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Olives-and-PIckles.jpg\" alt=\"plastic container filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Patty | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-sensory-box.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOlives and Pickles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eClick on the sensory bin pictures to visit these awesome posts and, while you're there, be sure to browse for other exciting early childhood activities, crafts, and methods! Hope your preschoolers have as much fun learning (and playing!) in these spectacular Halloween sensory bins as we did searching for them!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093570073,"sku":"A3712","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-The-Picky-Apple.jpg?v=1522781630"},{"product_id":"students-to-crow-about-a1045","title":"Students To Crow About - Autumn Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-454  \" title=\"Mucisians To Crow About\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mucisians-To-Crow-About.jpg\" alt=\"Brightly Colored Leaves Crows and Scarecrow Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: musicbulletinboards.net | Tracy King\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this board was originally designed to adorn a music classroom (and fulfills this purpose exceptionally well!), with a few simple tweaks, it can be adapted to let \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e student in \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e classroom know that they're \"something to crow about\"! Thank you Tracy King of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/boards\/fall_musicians_to_crow_about.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e for this festive fall display design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eStudents To Crow About Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Students To Crow About!\", \"A Classroom To Crow About!\", or \"_________________ (e.g. Mrs. Nelson's Class, Preschool, Math, Reading, etc.) Is Something To Crow About!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the board was originally designed for a music classroom, King used a music-themed border. For regular classroom use, consider using a fall-themed trimmer or a complimentary solid color bordette in a fall color. If you decide to display student names on crow cutouts (as described below), you might also consider using the colorful leaf cutouts as a border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. If you have rolls of bulletin board paper or construction paper in assorted colors and can create simple shapes, your bulletin board scarecrow will be a snap! Begin by cutting a large square from red or orange paper. This will be used as the base for the sign held by the scarecrow. Use word processing software or dark blue paint to script your chosen title onto white paper, then mount the sign onto the construction paper square, making sure to leave a border of color. Create the rest of the pieces for your scarecrow based on the dimensions\/size of the sign. You'll need two \"blue jean\" rectangle legs, one large tan circle head, eight small tan oval \"fingers\", one large black oval (cut in half to create boots), and one large brown hat. Assemble these simple scarecrow pieces then use assorted colors of paper to add embellishments - small strips of yellow paper (slightly crinkled) to add \"straw\" detailing at the hem of each pant leg and a mop of hair on the scarecrow's head, slightly uneven squares of paper in orange, green, purple, etc. to create patches on the scarecrow's pants (\"sewn\" on with black yarn), and a small red or yellow flower to adorn the scarecrow's hat. Draw a face on your scarecrow and you're all set! 2) The Crows. Once again, if you can create simple shapes, you can create crows for your board. You'll need one large black circle body, one small black circle head, one small orange triangle beak, and eyes made from small black and white circles. King uses these cutouts as embellishments, but you might consider displaying student names on the crows with white or metallic paint pens. 3) The Leaves. Create a leaf template from card stock, using it to trace and cut out leaves from construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, brown, and green). Use these cutouts as King did to display student names or use them as a fun fall accent or border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love King's festive bulletin board decor and your students are sure to appreciate it as well! We'd love to hear how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e use traditional fall elements to create fun decor - be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eVisit our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. Whether you need to replace some of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom furniture\u003c\/a\u003e or you just need some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool art supplies\u003c\/a\u003e we've got you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093733913,"sku":"A1045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mucisians-To-Crow-About.jpg?v=1522781632"},{"product_id":"best-halloween-party-games-for-kids-a2245","title":"Best Halloween Party Games for Kids","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Halloween has officially come and gone, it's always nice to keep a folder of inspiration for next year's classroom celebration! Craft, snack food, decoration, and party favor ideas are easy to come by, but there seems to be a gap where party games are concerned. If you want the right mixture of fun and skill building, here are a few suggestions for a festive Halloween party!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePop Goes the Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this twist of the carnival favorite found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMartha Stewart\u003c\/a\u003e, students attempt to pop balloons full of candy and confetti!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/article\/pop-goes-the-pumpkin\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2202\" title=\"Pop Goes the Pumpkin Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pop-Goes-the-Pumpkin-Game.jpg\" alt=\"orange balloons displayed in the shape of a pumpkin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Martha Stewart Living\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWitch's Eye Relay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith ping pong balls painted to resemble witch's eyes - like the ones found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftysisters-nc.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafty Sisters\u003c\/a\u003e - have students race around obstacles in the classroom while trying to keep the 'eyes' on plastic spoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftysisters-nc.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/eyeball-halloween-wreath.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2201\" title=\"Ping Pong Ball Eyeballs\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ping-Pong-Ball-Eyeballs.jpg\" alt=\"ping pong balls painted like eyeballs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Crafty Sisters | Candace\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Face Race\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare several jack-o-lantern face cutouts from Wonderfoam® sheets - like the ones found here at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChica and Jo\u003c\/a\u003e. Place Velcro dots or double-sided tape on the pumpkin and face pieces then, dividing students into teams and arming them with drinking straws, have teams race to create jack-o-lanterns using the straws to 'suck up' the pieces and place them on the pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/2009\/10\/15\/mix-and-match-jack-o-lantern-faces\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2200\" title=\"Mix \u0026amp; Match Pumpkin Face Relay\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mix-Match-Pumpkin-Face-Relay.jpg\" alt=\"pumpkin with foam face shapes pasted on it\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Chica and Jo | Chica\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalloween Can Toss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another carnival favorite found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e. Students will have a blast tossing bean bags into the Halloween-themed cans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/halloween\/parties\/halloween-party-games\/?page=2\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2196\" title=\"Halloween Bean Bag Toss\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Bean-Bag-Toss.jpg\" alt=\"cans decorated for halloween to use in a bean bag toss game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalloween I-Spy Game\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will have fun 'racing' to find each of the hidden items in these i-spy bottles designed by Marylea of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePink and Green Mama\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-eye-spy-bottle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2198\" title=\"Halloween I-Spy Bottle\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-I-Spy-Bottle.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bottle filled with rice and Halloween objects for students to find\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Pink and Green Mama | Marylea\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalloween Bowling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 'dressing up' simple plastic soda bottles like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e and providing a soft ball, your students will have hours of bowling fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/halloween-bottle-bowling-or-just-cute.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2197\" title=\"Halloween Bowling\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Bowling.jpg\" alt=\"soda bottles decorated to look like Halloween characters\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ramblings of a Crazy Woman | Jennifer\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Corn Estimation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix in some math fun during your Halloween celebration with this carnival favorite from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/halloween\/parties\/halloween-party-games\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2194\" title=\"Candy Corn Estimation\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Corn-Estimation.jpg\" alt=\"large glass container filled with candy corn for students to practice estimating\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't Eat A Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamie at The Crafting Chicks designed this fun spin-off of Don't Eat Pete. Your students will have fun earning the sweet treats!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thecraftingchicks.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-treat-bag-toppers-tags.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2195\" title=\"Don't Eat A Jack-o-Lantern Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dont-Eat-A-Jack-o-Lantern-Game.jpg\" alt=\"homemade Halloween game board with pumpkins\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Crafting Chicks | Jaime\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave fun party planning for next year with these amazing Halloween games!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093930521,"sku":"A2245","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pop-Goes-the-Pumpkin-Game.jpg?v=1522781633"},{"product_id":"spooky-owl-moonscape-a1046","title":"Spooky Owl Moonscape Fall \u0026 Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-464 \" title=\"Owl Moonscape\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Moonscape.jpg\" alt=\"Oil Pastel Tree Moon and Owl Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thevirtualvine.com | Cindy\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spectacular owl moonscape featured by Cindy, teacher and creator of the early childhood teaching resource site \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/displays.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Virtual Vine\u003c\/a\u003e, captures the dynamic (and sometimes spooky!) themes of the fall season! While designed as a simple decorative display for autumn, this board could also be used as an attendance board - the owl cutouts, decorated with student names and pictures, could feature magnet or Velcro strips that allow students to \"sign in\" each morning by moving their owl to the roosting tree, the board entitled \"Look Whoo's Here Today!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eSpooky Owl Moonscape Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue or black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a decorative display, the designer did not add a title. If using as an attendance board, consider \"Look Whoo's Here Today!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid orange trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. The (very talented!) creator of this bulletin board decoration used oil pastels and advanced shading techniques to create this tree. If this seems daunting, consider creating a simpler tree with brown construction paper or brown bulletin board paper. Either use an overhead projector to enlarge and trace the shape of a basket onto the paper or, if you don’t want to mess with a projector, you can freehand it. It isn’t terribly difficult. 2) The Night Sky. Again, the bulletin board designer used oil pastels to create the brilliant moon, but you can certainly use plain yellow construction paper or yellow background paper. To add a twinkle to the sky, place small silver star stickers around the tree and board. 3) The Leaves. Create a simple leaf template from card stock, using it to trace and cut leaves from construction paper in fall colors (e.g. red, orange, yellow, and brown). 'Scatter' these around the base of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the design seems simple, we think this bulletin board display would make a spectacular addition to your classroom this fall! At the very least, you should place it in your inspiration folder for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e on our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com. We offer a wide range of products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play\u003c\/a\u003e toys to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool scissors\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094061593,"sku":"A1046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Owl-Moonscape.jpg?v=1522781634"},{"product_id":"dora-halloween-display-a1047","title":"Dora The Explorer Halloween Bulletin Board Display Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-471\" title=\"Dora Halloween Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dora-Halloween-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Dora the Explorer Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhile the Halloween holiday has officially come and gone, here's some inspiration for next year's decoration! This preschool teacher decided to add some pop culture to the mix by creating a Dora the Explorer Halloween board - appealing to her students' current interests and providing some dynamic (custom!) classroom decoration for her walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eDora Halloween Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper. You might also consider using purple bulletin board paper to create a greater contrast between the spider and the background. (Although, the papers used on the original board, while the same color, varied in shade just enough to create the needed contrast.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Happy Halloween!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The creator of the board used a plain black wavy bulletin board trimmer, but you might also consider using a Halloween-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Characters. The creator of this board actually drew the characters by hand onto a piece of poster board and colored them in with crayons. You might also consider painting them for a more vibrant color or even purchasing pre-fabricated Dora the Explorer cutouts. 2) The Spider. Draw a large spider shape onto a piece of black bulletin board paper, large sheet of black poster board, or sheets of black construction paper that have been taped together. Cut out and complete using white, purple, and black construction paper to construct goofy spider eyes and a mouth. 3) The Spider Web. String up orange fake spider webbing (like the kind used to decorate bushes!). 4) The Details. Because of it's Halloween theme, the creator added several pumpkins and fall leaves. You could free-hand a template for these or you might also be able to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that could then be printed onto colored card stock and cut out. 5) The Lettering. Unlike other boards, the creator of this display uses the title letters as artwork as well. The get the same effect, free-hand the title using bubble letters (adding the proper detailing), shade the letters with an orange marker, then create the illusion of green slime oozing through the letters with a green marker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou Might Also Consider...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a trick-or-treat theme where Swiper tries to \"steal\" all the Halloween candy, adding one of Dora's famous lines, \"Swiper, no swiping!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrawing Dora and the other characters in more detailed Halloween costumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparating the \"dual-themes\" - create one board that features the oozing letters and the spider, and another board that features a Dora Halloween theme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts on this board as well as how you decorated your classroom for Halloween this year, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eShop at our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher store\u003c\/a\u003e, mpmSchoolSupplies.com to save on everything from an educational \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom rug\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eElmer's glue\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094356505,"sku":"A1047","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dora-Halloween-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781636"},{"product_id":"falling-into-fall-a1049","title":"Falling Into Fall - Pumpkins \u0026 Fall Leaves Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-486  \" title=\"Scarecrow Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-b.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkins and Scarecrow Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lilteacher.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board ideas\u003c\/a\u003e are the ones that, with only minimal alterations, can be used to complement several different units, seasons, or themes. This \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efall bulletin board idea\u003c\/a\u003e from Renée Glashow of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lilteacher.com\/fall.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Renée's Kindergarten Pad\u003c\/a\u003e needs only a slight title change and a few more embellishments to make it a great Thanksgiving display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFalling Into Fall Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 1: Pumpkin Crafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo duplicate the pumpkin patch in Glashow's display, provide your students with orange pumpkin cutouts, various paper pieces in oranges and golds (e.g. foil, art tissue paper, etc.), gold and orange craft glitter, and Mod Podge. Invite them to collage their pumpkin cutouts using the paper pieces and Mod Podge, then carefully sprinkle glitter over the wet glue before it dries. Glashow then laminated each child's craft and scripted their name on it using a brown permanent marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other pumpkin craft ideas, be sure to visit our previous post right here on Bulletin Board Ideas \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1043\/welcome-to-our-pumpkin-patch\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome To Our Pumpkin Patch\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDay 2: Corn Crafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of Thanksgiving, have your students create corn crafts for the board. Here are several ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Corn Cob. Create a card stock corn template - including both the ear of corn and its husk - inviting students to trace and cut out a cob from yellow card stock and its husk from brown construction paper or card stock. Provide students with buttons in various colors (e.g. red, brown, purple, yellow, white, etc.) and have them attach button \"corn kernels\" to the cob.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunch Bag Indian Corn. Provide students with brown chenille stems, pony beads in various colors, and a brown paper lunch sack. Have each student string 3 pipe cleaners with pony beads. [NOTE: This could be a great time to discuss patterning and complimentary colors!] Place the beaded stems side by side and twist together the excess wire stem at each end. Create a corn \"husk\" by cutting a panel from the lunch bag and rolling\/twisting it until it is a long thin \"stick\". When unrolled the piece of lunch bag should retain the curve and crinkle. Place the beaded stems in the center of the unrolled paper and twist it at each end to secure the \"cob\" inside the \"husk\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopcorn Corn Cob. Create a card stock corn template - including both the ear of corn and its husk - inviting students to trace and cut out a cob from yellow card stock and its husk from brown construction paper or card stock. Provide students with popped popcorn kernels and school glue, inviting them to collage their cob with the popped corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThanksgiving Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue or green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Falling Into Thanksgiving!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall-themed or Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board border. You might also consider a solid trimmer in a complimentary color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Scarecrow. Glashow created a three-dimensional scarecrow using pieces of fabric stuffed with tan raffia. You could also create a dynamic \u003cem\u003etwo\u003c\/em\u003e-dimensional scarecrow using bulletin board paper (or fabric) to fashion clothing and the scarecrow's head, then use the raffia to create hair and add \"straw\" embellishments - at the hem of each pant leg and sleeve as well as at the top and bottom of the scarecrow's shirt. It might also be fun to use construction paper or fun patterned scrapbook papers to create \"patches\" on the scarecrow's clothing. [NOTE: You can use a large tapestry needle and yarn to actually sew the patches on the cutouts!] 2) The Fall Tree. Glashow purchased a large tree cutout and decorated it with vines of silk fall leaves (easily found at your local craft store). You could also freehand a tree cutout onto brown bulletin board paper and have your students make leaf crafts to decorate it. For simple leaf craft ideas, check out our previous posts \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1029\/fall-ing-in-love\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"FALL-ing in Love...\"\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1027\/we-are-jumping-into-fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWe Are Jumping Into Fall\u003c\/a\u003e! 3) The Fence. Freehand a fence cutout on light brown bulletin board paper and use a brown marker to create wood grain detailing. 4) The Pumpkin Patch. Use your students' pumpkin crafts and connect them with a green vine made from construction or bulletin board paper. 5) Thanksgiving Embellishments. Consider adding dried cornstalks at the edges of the board and be sure to add your students' corn crafts to the mix to give it a harvest appearance. You might also consider creating a turkey from bulletin board paper to place in the pumpkin patch!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a few simple tweaks, this fall bulletin board can be transformed into a Thanksgiving harvest display (and provide your students with several fun crafts to boot!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear your thoughts on this board or about your own Thanksgiving \"decorating style\", so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094749721,"sku":"A1049","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Bulletin-Board-b.jpg?v=1522781638"},{"product_id":"give-people-something-to-be-thankful-foryou-a1052","title":"Give People Something To Be Thankful For...You! Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-523  \" title=\"Give People Something to Be Thankful For\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Give-People-Something-to-Be-Thankful-For.jpg\" alt=\"Character Building Motivational Turkey Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lessonplans.btskinner.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't just decorate for the holidays this year - \u003cem\u003einspire\u003c\/em\u003e your students to build good character!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonesty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerseverance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompassion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf Discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooperation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith this simple Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board display from Tonya D. Skinner of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lessonplans.btskinner.com\/bboard.html#autumn\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for Business\u003c\/a\u003e, you're sure to be well on your way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBuilding Character Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Give People Something To Be Thankful For...YOU!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skinner used a solid brown wavy trimmer, but you might consider a harvest- or Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board border as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Turkey. Create a turkey body, neck, and head from brown bulletin board paper. You can freehand the cutout or you might be lucky enough to find a a black and white clip art print or image to \"blow up\" using an overhead projector. Add detailing with assorted colors of construction paper or card stock - a buckle hat, feet, a beak, and wattle. 2) The Turkey Feathers. Cut feathers from assorted colors of construction or bulletin board paper. Use a permanent marker to script a good character trait onto each feather. 3) The Details. Create leaf cutouts from construction paper and affix them randomly around the edges of the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students build good character traits - one feather at a time - with this holiday bulletin board from Bulletin Board for Business!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear what you think, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can save on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-82-inspirational.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunday school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096486425,"sku":"A1052","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Give-People-Something-to-Be-Thankful-For.jpg?v=1522781648"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-october-a3728","title":"Hand Print Calendar: October","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg\" alt=\"homemade october calendar with hand print bat and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOctober\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its Halloween festivities, October brings goblins, and witches, and ghosts, oh my! So what better way to decorate your October calendar page than with a spooky holiday character - a hand print bat, spider, or Jack-o'-lantern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8258-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17638-construction-ppr-bright-white-9x12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBat Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4390-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1306.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5962-prang-tempera-paint-white-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e and round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4493-crayola0174-washable-broad-line-markers-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and color in both wings and ears for the bat and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1324.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween bat made from a hand print\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Black Bats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive black bats ready to soar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne stayed behind, now there are four.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour black bats hanging from a tree;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell down, now there are three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree black bats wondering what to do,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne flew away and now there are two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo black bats sitting in the sun,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell asleep leaving only one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne lonesome bat, with no place to go,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWent hiding in a cave,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow there are zero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~Shel Silverstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Spider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8257-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6467-prang-fun-pro-watercolor-markers-8-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpider Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8638-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the right edge of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1305.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e and a round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4962-starter-brush-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrush\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw eight legs, the \"web\" detail, and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1325.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print spider\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpider, Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her silken thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her little web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17680-riv-gw-9x12-white-50ct-50.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJack-O-Lantern Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7875-sharpie-twin-tip-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack marker\u003c\/a\u003e to draw a stem and face for the jack-o-lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1315.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print jack-o-lantern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJack-o-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack-o-lantern, Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are such a funny sight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you sit there by the window,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking out into the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou were once a sturdy pumpkin,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing on a curly vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow you are a Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the night you shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever character you choose, your students are sure to have fun adding to their calendar art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099599385,"sku":"A3728","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"vampire-library-symbol-halloween-display-inspiration-a1101","title":"Vampire Library Halloween Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Mary Ann Mulroe, librarian at Heritage Middle School in Lansing, IL submitted several \u003c\/em\u003efantastic\u003cem\u003e Halloween themed bulletin boards via our \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mpmwebworks.com\/contact\/?regarding=201\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\" page. Be sure to put these designs in your inspiration folder for next year as the creative twists on traditional Halloween themes and vibrant color schemes are sure to make your classroom decor the best of the hall!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1099 aligncenter\" title=\"Scare-Up-A-Good-Book\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scare-Up-A-Good-Book.jpg\" alt=\"October Halloween Reading and Literacy Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eScare Up A Good Book\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost everyone is familiar with the universal symbol for library. Give it {and your classroom library!} a little twist this Halloween season, using Mary Ann's creative adaptation to turn the reader into a vampire with fangs and collared cloak!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tan bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Scare Up A Good Book\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut a large rounded rectangle from white background paper {the shape should resemble a sign} Using the cutout to trace a cut a rounded border from black bulletin board paper. Using the library symbol as a model {and measuring it to make sure it will fit in the sign \"frame\"}, create the basic reader and book shape - freehand the cutout onto black bulletin board paper or you might consider finding a print online to enlarge and trace using your classroom projector system. Before cutting, add a stand-up collar to the back of the figure to create the vampire cloak. Draw a vampire head {or find a free pumpkin carving stencil online to trace onto black background paper}, then assemble the pieces inside the black and white frame to create the finished Halloween-themed symbol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think the bulletin board is super creative and translates well into classroom decor, not just library decor! Thank you Mary Ann for your wonderful submissions - we're sure they'll inspire some fantastic bulletin board displays this Halloween!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104842265,"sku":"A1101","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scare-Up-A-Good-Book.jpg?v=1522781699"},{"product_id":"witchs-brew-halloween-bulletin-board-inspiration-a1102","title":"Witch's Brew - Halloween Bulletin Board Inspiration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Mary Ann Mulroe, librarian at Heritage Middle School in Lansing, IL submitted several \u003c\/em\u003efantastic\u003cem\u003e Halloween themed bulletin boards via our \"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/help\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\" page. Be sure to put these designs in your inspiration folder for next year as the creative twists on traditional Halloween themes and vibrant color schemes are sure to make your classroom decor the best of the hall!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1106\" title=\"IMG_3297\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_3297.jpg\" alt=\"October Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAnyone for witch's brew? The dynamic Halloween color scheme {we just LOVE the purple, lime green and orange}, ominous green bubbles and smoke of the brew, and creative design make this a fantastic bulletin board for any classroom - early ed through high school!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it to remind students of projects, reports, and assignments during the month of October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a review board for your October unit of study, inviting students to add a new bubble featuring an interesting fact or concept each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive your classroom helper bulletin board a spooky 'face lift' using a smaller version of this design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr, of course, you can use it to tell students, staff, and parents about important events going on in your school like Mary Ann did! Here's what she wrote with her submission:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Here are several photos of the bulletin board I designed for our annual Family Literacy Night which is around Halloween. The bubbles coming out of the cauldrons featured the events for the evening, including date, time, treats, book fair, family pictures, etc. Hope these will be of help to someone. I had fun doing them!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"What's Brewing?\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"What's Brewing?\" - The title will change with the purpose of your board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Cauldrons. Draw or trace {using an image found online and your classroom projector system} a large cauldron onto black bulletin board paper. If you're replicating Mary Ann's board, use this to trace and cut two more cauldrons, then add a bit of light detailing to the rim and side of the cauldrons using white chalk. Cut several lime green ovals to place at the top of the pots. Use a silver paint pen to create the illusion that the witch's brew is 'swirling'. Freehand, trace, or print labels for each cauldron {these will depend on what type of board you're creating}, outlining them with the same silver paint pen to help them blend in with the 'brew'. From the same lime green paper, cut different size 'bubbles' as well as several smoke curls to place around the top of each pot. Next, focus on the bottom of each cauldron, creating logs with brown construction paper and brown markers, then flames using orange, red, and yellow construction paper or card stock.\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cdn.tristro.net\/uploads\/ideas\/post\/IMG_3299_Resized.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1107\" title=\"IMG_3299_Resized\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_3299_Resized.jpg\" alt=\"witch's brew cauldron bulletin board idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e2) The Spooky Creatures. Add a bit of extra 'spooky' fun to your board with construction paper Halloween creature cutouts. Draw or print several spider and bat templates to trace onto black construction paper. Create a large yellow sun and gray clouds to compliment the bat cutouts and use a permanent marker to draw a spider web for the spider cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bulletin board display is über creative and we think it will make the perfect decoration for your classroom next Halloween! Thanks again to Mary Ann Mulroe for submitting her fantastic design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! Be sure to leave us a comment letting us know what you think of the site :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105169945,"sku":"A1102","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/IMG_3297.jpg?v=1522781701"},{"product_id":"shell-we-have-a-great-year-back-to-school-board-a1156","title":"\"Shell\" We Have A Great Year! - Seashell Back to School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1953 \" title=\"Shell-We-Have-A-Great-Year\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shell-We-Have-A-Great-Year.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Ocean Back to School Classroom Management Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.musicbulletinboards.net | Chandra\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've got an ocean theme in mind for next year, check out this adorable classroom guidelines bulletin board idea from Chandra, featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/boards\/sail%20into%20music.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e. For those of you who prefer to have your students help you craft a 'code of conduct' for the classroom environment, simply post basic shell cutouts and add the text once you've settled on the perfect guidelines for the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Shell\" We Have A Great Year!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any color background paper- aqua for the ocean or a color that accents your ocean themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Shell We Have A Great Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under the sea bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Find several sea shell templates online, selecting various designs to enlarge and print or trace onto card stock. Use word processing software to add text to the shells or a marker to script it directly onto the cutouts. When all the guidelines have been printed onto a shell, be sure to laminate the pieces so that they'll hold up to the wear and tear of the school year.\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-1407-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-aqua.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAqua 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\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-14020-bolder-border-under-the-sea.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUnder the sea 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\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe loved the \"Under the Sea\" border so much, we had to show you the color scheme we had in mind... With all this color, you wouldn't need to create the seashells until \u003cem\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e you've finalized the behavioral code of conduct with your students!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1955\" title=\"Shell-We-Have-A-Great-Year-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shell-We-Have-A-Great-Year-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Ocean Back to School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119129113,"sku":"A1156","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shell-We-Have-A-Great-Year.jpg?v=1522781785"},{"product_id":"wel-gum-back-to-school-a1160","title":"Wel\"Gum\" Back to School! Gumball Bulletin Board \u0026 Classroom Decorating Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e{UPDATE!! Click here to find out more about the new featured image ~ \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1160\/wel-gum-back-to-school\/#we%20are%20going%20to%20have%20a%20ball%20this%20school%20year!\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWe Are Going To Have A BALL This School Year!\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2036\" title=\"Welcome_2010\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Welcome_2010.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Back to School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mooreschools.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another fantastic back to school display from second grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mooreschools.com\/888520213104848890\/site\/default.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHeather Beauchamp\u003c\/a\u003e! With the abundance of color, cutesy word play, and 'sweet' theme, this design would be perfect for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWel\"Gum\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since Heather created a hallway wall display she didn't need any background paper. If you decide to decorate a bulletin board, consider using a light colored background paper {light blue, white, etc}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Wel'Gum' to ______________ [Second Grade, Mrs. Beauchamp's Class, etc.]!\" or, for a more generic display, \"Wel'Gum\" Back to School!\" - We love how Heather made the \"Gum\" in Wel\"Gum\" distinctive, cutting the letters from colorful\/marbled paper!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Again, the wall display did not need a border, but if using a traditional board, you might consider adding a solid complimentary color trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Gumball Machine. Freehand or find an image online to enlarge and trace using your classroom projector system. Create the base and top from red background paper and the \"glass\" orb from white bulletin board paper. Use a black permanent marker to trace the shape and add detailing to the cutout. 2) The Gumballs. Trace and cut circles from various colors of construction paper, scripting a student's name onto each and mounting them to the \"orb\".\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-7676-rainbow-kraft-roll-36-x-100-sky-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLight blue\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6556-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-flame-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6562-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite background paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\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-13876-border-red-scalloped.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSolid color trimmer\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 assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-757-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack permanent marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We love feedback - so be sure to leave us a comment below or connect with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*          *          *\u003cem\u003e\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eWe Are Going To Have A 'BALL' This School Year!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eUPDATE {July 28, 2011}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eWhile we were perusing some of our favorite teacher blogs, we stumbled across this awesome gumball back-to-school bulletin board designed by Kacey, teacher and creator of the classroom\/teaching blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/doodlebugsteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/bubble-gum-back-to-school-theme.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDoodle Bugs Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Have A Ball Bubblegum Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Have-A-Ball-BubbleGumBBI.jpg\" alt=\"Gumball Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: doodlebugsteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eThings we \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e... the sparkly handle {we adore glitter too, Kacey!}, the quirky lettering, and the fun title alternative! Not to mention the yellow and purple background\/border combo make a great pairing! What a fantastic way to wel-'gum' your kiddos back to school :)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119489561,"sku":"A1160","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Welcome_2010.jpg?v=1522781787"},{"product_id":"recipe-for-a-great-school-year-a1159","title":"\"Recipe for a Great School Year!\" - Motivational Back-to-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2031\" title=\"image.axd\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/image.axd_.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Back to School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kidactivities.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this \"recipe\" bulletin board from Deanna Rogers at the Clayton County Public Library {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kidactivities.net\/category\/Display-and-Bulletin-Boards-AutumnBack-to-School.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKid Activities\u003c\/a\u003e}. The fantastic thing is, it doesn't take too much work and it sends a positive message for the start of the school year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRecipe Bulletin Board Idea\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Recipe for: A Great School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful patterned border, solid complimentary color trimmer, or cooking themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Recipe Card. Find one of your own or a sample recipe card online. Use this as a guide to design your bulletin board, drawing in the \"Title\/Recipe for\", \"Ingredients\", and \"Directions\" lines. Whether you use the graphic on your sample card to freehand a match or look at Deanna's design for elements to include {sack of flour, mixing bowls, wooden spoon, eggs, etc.}, draw these cooking related items directly to the board or cut them from colored construction paper to mount onto the background paper for future use. 2) The Recipe. Think of the things you want your students to value throughout the year - kindness, fun, creativity, hard work, etc. - creating and writing a special recipe onto the \"card\".\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-6357-art-kraft0174-paper-rolls-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-13890-border-red-gingham-scalloped.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScalloped red gingham border\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-13779-bulletin-board-border-cherries-scalloped-mary-engelbreit.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003echerry border\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\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 or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We hope the designs we share here will be a \"recipe for success\" next year {at least where your decorations are concerned}! Love to hear thoughts and suggestions so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119555097,"sku":"A1159","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/image.axd.jpg?v=1522781788"},{"product_id":"magic-school-bus-welcome-board-a1161","title":"Magic School Bus Welcome Back-to-School Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2221\" title=\"4948164294_2ebd9f8f18_b\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4948164294_2ebd9f8f18_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/52355955@N03\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis über creative back to school bulletin board display, designed by third grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mssawyersclass.shutterfly.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeth Sawyer\u003c\/a\u003e, is sure to be a 'jaw dropper'! {Who doesn't like the quirky Ms. Frizzle and the 'far out' places she takes her unsuspecting students?!} Perfect for tying into a space classroom theme or children's literature study, the design definitely takes some work, but the results will be magnificent!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Magic School Bus Welcome Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue background paper. Add small clear or silver gems, star stickers, sequins, confetti pieces, etc. to give it a \"starry night\" feel! You might also consider purchasing \"Night Sky\" background paper for less work!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"______________ [The Third Grade Teachers, Mrs. Moore's Class, Room 203, etc] : Lost in the Solar System!\" - We love how Beth paralleled the bulletin board lettering with the book title, creating computer generated headings! But, of course, you can always use traditional bulletin board letters as well!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid yellow trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Magic School Bus. Unless you can find a template or use your classroom projector system to enlarge and trace the bus on the book cover, you'll be drawing and decorating \"The Magic School Bus\" by hand on a piece of yellow background paper. [NOTE: When using the book cover as a guide, please note that the bus only has three side windows. Be sure to plan ahead. If you can only fit a small number and you'd like to feature your entire class, take 'special' pictures for the board - assigning two to three students per side window and fitting a larger group in the front windshield. To feature the 7 third grade teachers, Beth had to add two extra windows.] Trace or draw with pencil then outline and decorate using permanent markers in assorted colors. 2) The Planets. Add a menagerie of planets\/heavenly bodies around the bus. Beth used store bought cutouts, but you could also draw and paint your own, or find a template online, cutting the objects from colorful construction paper.\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-6349-art-kraft-roll-48-x-200-dark-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDark blue\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8940-fadeless0174-designs-48-x-50-boxed-night-sky.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003enight sky bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\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 background 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\"\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6249-yellow-terrific-trimmers0174.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSolid yellow bulletin board trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-757-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePermanent markers\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 assorted colors {optional}\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 {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e take decoration\/theme ideas from your favorite children's literature? We'd love to hear about your designs, so be sure to leave us a comment below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119882777,"sku":"A1161","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4948164294_2ebd9f8f18_b.jpg?v=1522781789"},{"product_id":"gourd-geous-students-fall-bulletin-board-idea-a1215","title":"Gourd-geous Students! - Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2863\" title=\"gourdgeous_students\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gourdgeous_students.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.musicbulletinboards.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought this bulletin board from Phyllis, design contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/boards\/gourdgeous%20students.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e, would be perfect for the fall season! The kiddos get to create a fun craft and we \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e that the pumpkins look like they've been \"carved\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Carving\" Pumpkins\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with brown, green, orange, and yellow construction paper. Invite them to draw and cut out a pumpkin shape from the orange paper or provide them with a pumpkin template to trace. On the yellow construction paper, have your students draw what they want \"carved\" onto the face of their pumpkin - their name, their favorite animal, a Halloween figure, etc. When happy with the result, invite your students to cut out the image and glue it to their pumpkin cutout, adding a stem cut from the green construction paper and mounting the entire pumpkin onto the brown paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGourd-geous Students Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Gourd-geous Students!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halloween or fall themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' carved pumpkin crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt's crazy that Halloween is just around the corner! Be sure to take a look at our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/fall\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFall\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/bulletin-board-ideas\/halloween\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHalloween\u003c\/a\u003e categories for some inspiration and, as always, we'll be working to find more unique ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128599065,"sku":"A1215","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/gourdgeous_students.jpg?v=1522781837"},{"product_id":"fall-behavior-management-bulletin-board-a1216","title":"Fall Behavior Management Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2867\" title=\"fallbehaviormanagement1_thumb[2]\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fallbehaviormanagement1_thumb2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Behavior Management Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a fun behavior management bulletin board we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/seasonal-behavior-management.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog created by first grade teacher, Mrs. Carroll. It's super simple to do, doesn't take up much space, and is a fantastic way to promote teamwork and positive behavior in the classroom!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Behavior Management Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply draw a vine and pumpkin stems on a sentence strip. When your kiddos are caught doing something good - each student met their AR goals for the week, the class is caught working quietly, etc. - use an orange Do-A-Dot or BINGO marker to stamp a pumpkin on the strip. When full, treat your students to something special!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike we said, the idea is super simple, but it might make for a cutesy bulletin board border and will certainly brighten your kiddos' day {getting recognized for excellence, as well as, earning a fun prize!}.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128697369,"sku":"A1216","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fallbehaviormanagement1_thumb2.jpg?v=1522781837"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-glyphs-festive-fall-bulletin-board-a1219","title":"Pumpkin Glyphs - Festive Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2886 \" title=\"Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Smith\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlyphs offer a fun and unique way to collect and display data. We found this adorable pumpkin glyph bulletin board at Mrs. Smith's first grade \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherweb.com\/AL\/UnionHillSchool\/Smith\/apt4.stm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom page\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would make a festive fall display for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Glyphs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a list of questions for your kiddos to answer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever eaten pumpkin seeds?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich do you like better - chocolate, caramels, or candy corn?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat kind of Halloween stories do you prefer - scary, funny, or gross?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any glyph, the way students answer each of the questions, determines the materials used when decorating their pumpkin cutout. For instance, a \"yes\" answer to the first question might result in dark green leaves, while a \"no\" answer results in light\/lime green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a look at these awesome scarecrow glyph crafts too! The bulletin board would look cute with some of these as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2887  \" title=\"Scarecrow-Glyphs\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scarecrow-Glyphs.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Smith\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePumpkin Glyph Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Fall Fun!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or Halloween border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' pumpkin glyph crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We love hearing from you, so be sure to leave us a comment below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129156121,"sku":"A1219","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Fun-Pumpkin-Glyph-BB.jpg?v=1522781840"},{"product_id":"scarecrow-fall-door-display-a1223","title":"Scarecrow Fall Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2917 \" title=\"Scarecrow-Door-Display\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Door-Display.jpg?v=1522781844\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Door Display Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Laurie Butler\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an adorable way to spice up the hallway for fall? Try this adorable scarecrow display we found while haunting our new favorite site - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/345626405\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePinterest\u003c\/a\u003e! Laurie Butler \u003cem\u003ecertainly\u003c\/em\u003e knows that a little color and a simple design can go a long way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eScarecrow Fall Door Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a large piece of dark orange bulletin board paper, cutting a hat shape from the paper. As you can see with Laurie's, the shape doesn't have to be perfect. In fact, a \"lumpy\" hat goes right along with the scarecrow \"image\"! Laurie then added a band of lighter orange paper and a sunflower to create visual interest and differentiate the brim from the rest of the hat. The design is super cute, but remember that you can customize the hat as you please! Add a colorful patch somewhere on the hat, use a fall leaf or colorful button cutout instead of a sunflower to decorate the band, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, cut several strips of yellow bulletin board paper and arrange them to create the scarecrow's straw hair. By cutting the strips different lengths or attaching them at different heights, more dimension is created! When dry {and secure!}, mount the entire hat\/hair combo to the top of the door frame. To complete the display, add the scarecrow's \"face\" to the door - two black circle eyes, one orange triangle patch nose, and a black stitched mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only do we love the design, we love the extra added accents Ms. Butler used! The \"wood\" fencing, the student-made scarecrow crafts, the pumpkin cutouts lining the floor - everything just works together to created a fabulously festive display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We love hearing from you so be sure to leave us a comment below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129745945,"sku":"A1223","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scarecrow-Door-Display.jpg?v=1522781844"},{"product_id":"halloween-frankenstein-door-display-a1225","title":"Halloween Frankenstein Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2941 \" title=\"Frankenstein-Door-Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Frankenstein-Door-Display.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Early Childhood Door Display Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pinterest.com | Chasidy Manis Hulett\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalloween is right around the corner! Spice up your hallway decor with this simple and fun Frankenstein design! We found various versions of this door display floating around Pinterest. The design above comes from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/chasidyhulett\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChasidy Manis Hulett\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHalloween Frankenstein Door Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by covering the entire door with green bulletin board paper. Next, use black background paper to create Frankenstein's “hair” - cover the top third of the door, using scissors to cut a “shaggy” hairline. From black construction paper, cut two medium-sized circles and mount them onto larger circles, cut from white construction paper to create eyes. Add these to the center of the door. Cut \"bolts\" from gray construction paper and attach these to the door frame - about two-thirds of the way from the top of the door. Add the rest of the detailing with black craft paint - the stitches on Frankenstein's forehead, a nose {a simple \"U\" shape}, and mouth. [NOTE: There are several alternatives for the mouth. The original designer created a thick black line, adding several teeth, but you might also opt for a straight \"stitched\" line or even a \"stitched\" smile...]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a little more visual interest, you might also consider adding spider \"webs\" around the door and a spider cutout on the web or Frankenstein's face {see photo below}...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2940\" title=\"Frankenstein-Door-Display-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Frankenstein-Door-Display-2.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Elementary Door Display Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mel-designs.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat are\u003c\/em\u003e you \u003cem\u003edoing for Halloween decor this year?! We'd love to hear about {and see!} your designs, so be sure to leave us a comment below, catch up with us on Facebook, or send us an email so we can showcase your hard work - bbideas {at} mpmwebworks {dot} com.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130171929,"sku":"A1225","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Frankenstein-Door-Display.jpg?v=1522781846"},{"product_id":"falling-for-all-things-fall-autumn-bulletin-board-idea-a1230","title":"Falling for All Things Fall - Autumn Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2977\" title=\"Fall-Leaf-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Leaf-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Preschool Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe toddler teachers at McKinley Early Childhood love getting their kiddos involved in the decoration process. This simple fall bulletin board, with adorable hand print leaves, makes a perfect backdrop for the entire season - just think of the pumpkins, scarecrows, corn stalks, and all the other fun fall items you can add along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFall Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sky blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"It's Harvest Time!\", \"FALL-ing Into Fall\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Freehand the tree cutout onto a piece of brown background paper or find a clip art image online to enlarge and trace using your classroom projector system. Arrange the tree on the left side of the bulletin board with its branches pointing toward the right. 2) The Leaves. Find a leaf template online, printing it onto colored card stock or creating a template to use to trace and cut leaves from construction paper\/card stock. For fun, invite your kiddos to dip their hand in paint and carefully press it to a leaf cutout in order to create a print. Place the leaves on the tree branches and \"eddying\" down toward the bottom of the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the season progresses, add other elements {perhaps some student crafts!} to fill up the board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130892825,"sku":"A1230","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Leaf-BBI.jpg?v=1522781851"},{"product_id":"fall-fun-crafting-sensory-caramel-apples-a2524","title":"Fall Fun - Crafting Sensory Caramel Apples!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4313\" title=\"Caramel-Apple-Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Caramel-Apple-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Caramel Apple Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: preschoolparadisesgb.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese caramel apples brought to life by Sarah Grace, preschool teacher over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolparadisesgb.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/caramel-apple-craft.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeautiful Chaos\u003c\/a\u003e, are super cute \u0026amp; unique, and would be a perfect addition to your fall crafting plans! Not to mention, they would be easy for your little crafters to create and {depending upon the materials you decide to use} could offer a fun sensory experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll \u003cem\u003ekinds\u003c\/em\u003e of things are used to make\/decorate caramel apples these days! Cereal. Sprinkles. Sauces for drizzling. Crushed candies. Nuts. If it's edible and it can stick to the apple, it seems likely that \u003cem\u003esomeone\u003c\/em\u003e has used it to make these fun fall treats! For less mess which, less face it, can be highly preferable, construction paper elements work great!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you're brave and think your kiddos can handle it, here are a few suggestions for decorating\/creating a fun caramel apple 'sensory experience'...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaramel sauce. Add a bit of liquid watercolor to corn syrup and paint the top of the apple. The mixture is sticky and dries shiny\/slightly three-dimensional, mimicking caramel sauce nicely! [NOTE: To get the dipped look and to make sure the color comes through, you could always have students cut the \"caramel\" from brown construction paper and then paint over top of it with the corn syrup paint!] ... Shannon over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/totschool.shannons.org\/?p=6342\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShannon's Tot School\u003c\/a\u003e offers a great tutorial for using corn syrup paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrushed toppings. Use actual food! Crush up colorful cereals {like Fruity Pebbles} or find fun sprinkles. However, we wouldn't suggest using nuts simply because of the prevalence of peanut allergies. The fragrant crafting materials will add another sensory element and, the best part is, if you use the corn syrup paint for caramel sauce it will act as built-in glue! All your kiddos will have to do is scoop and sprinkle!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaramel\/chocolate drizzle. Add caramel and chocolate extract to craft paint. Place the paint in clean condiment squeeze bottles and invite your kiddos to lightly drizzle the \"sauces\" over their apple cutouts. While it won't smell \u003cem\u003eexactly \u003c\/em\u003elike the real deal, it will add a surprising sensory element. Not to mention, the squeeze bottle offers a fabulous opportunity for fine motor building and the results will look great!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159925273,"sku":"A2524","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Caramel-Apple-Craft.jpg?v=1522782026"},{"product_id":"fall-science-whats-inside-a-pumpkin-a3173","title":"Fall Science - What's Inside a Pumpkin?","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2346\" title=\"pumpkin-insides-craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pumpkin-insides-craft.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Autumn Pumpkin Science and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.allkidsnetwork.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eHappy Fall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been drooling over all the fun apple, pumpkin, and fall leaf craftivities on Pinterest and are super excited to share this fun science lesson we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/fall\/inside-pumpkin-craft.asp\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e! Using yarn and real pumpkin seeds, students can recreate what the inside of a pumpkin looks like!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity suggestions...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair this craftivity with a hands-on exploration of an actual pumpkin, allowing students to feel the slimy, stringy innards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring in some toasted\/roasted pumpkin seeds and\/or a pumpkin treat - inviting students to taste test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine the science exploration with a lesson on adjectives, inviting your students to describe how the pumpkin looks, smells, feels, and tastes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, the craftivity works great on its own too! Be sure to visit All Kids Network for a project template and the tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160187417,"sku":"A3173","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pumpkin-insides-craft.jpg?v=1522782028"},{"product_id":"decorating-pumpkins-without-the-mess-a3989","title":"Decorating Pumpkins - without the MESS!","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eHappy Fall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're so excited about the fall season! There are so many fun craftivities and lessons that we've been itching to share. Since pumpkin carving is one of our favorite fall activities, we thought we'd try to find some fun, 'no mess' alternatives that would be appropriate for the preschool classroom. Here's a few of options you might consider exploring with your kiddos this autumn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2453\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDeborah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/10\/pumpkin-playdough-decorating-in-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e recommends using play dough to create pumpkin faces...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2454\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.chicaandjo.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/2009\/10\/15\/mix-and-match-jack-o-lantern-faces\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChica and Jo\u003c\/a\u003e suggest using printed or felt facial features along with Velcro to create mix and match jack-o-lanterns...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2455\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-3.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.frugallifeproject.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou might also try these adorable Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head pumpkins from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.frugallifeproject.com\/2010\/10\/mr-mrs-pumpkin-head.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrugal Life Project\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't these projects great?! They're super unique and we know your preschoolers will have a blast with these pumpkin carving alternatives. Be sure to visit each of these sites for project material lists and more fall fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160351257,"sku":"A3989","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Carving-1.jpg?v=1522782029"},{"product_id":"pumpkins-golf-tees-loads-of-fall-fun-a3990","title":"Pumpkins + Golf Tees = Loads of Fall Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2458\" title=\"Pumpkin-GolfTees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-GolfTees.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Fine and Gross Motor Building Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: exploringtheoutdoorclassroom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow great is this gross\/fine motor building activity from Kristin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/exploringtheoutdoorclassroom.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/pumpkins-and-golf-tees.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eExploring the Outdoor Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e?! We love how her kiddos not only worked to pound the golf tees into the pumpkins, but also used the other side of the hammer to pull out the tees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't feel comfortable putting a real hammer in your preschoolers hand {since it'll take a bit of muscle and real tools to get them in}, there's always the option of spray painting Styrofoam balls with orange craft paint and inviting them to use toy mallets to tap them in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full post, be sure to visit Exploring the Outdoor Classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160678937,"sku":"A3990","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-GolfTees.jpg?v=1522782031"},{"product_id":"fall-science-labeling-the-parts-of-a-pumpkin-a3174","title":"Fall Science - Labeling the Parts of a Pumpkin","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2350\" title=\"Pumpkin-Brace-Maps\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Brace-Maps.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpking Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYesterday we posted a great hands-on fall science lesson that had your kiddos exploring the inside of a pumpkin and we think this fun craftivity from April over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-alphabet-song-and-few-other.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e would offer a fantastic extension! After seeing, touching, describing, and perhaps even \u003cem\u003etasting\u003c\/em\u003e the pumpkin innards, have your students work to label all the parts of the pumpkin - inside and out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a pumpkin anchor chart, working as a class to label the different parts. Stem, skin, flesh, pulp, and seeds. To review, invite your kiddos to draw and label a pumpkin in their science journal or complete the fun craftivity April and her kiddos created!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis adorable labeling activity is just one of the many fall lesson ideas April features at her blog, so be sure to visit for lots of fall fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160711705,"sku":"A3174","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Brace-Maps.jpg?v=1522782031"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-labeling-craftivity-a3991","title":"Pumpkin Labeling Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2464\" title=\"Pumpkin-Labels\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Labels.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpking Labeling Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindertastic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin season, along with a chance for sensory exploration, offers a great opportunity for practice with labeling. Check out this adorable craftivity from Judy over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kindertastic.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/updates.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderTastic\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your preschoolers learning about and labeling the parts of a pumpkin. A few things we love - how Judy had her students use actual pumpkin seeds and how they mimicked pumpkin pulp with yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConsiderations...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssign a number to each part of the pumpkin and provide students with a game die, inviting them to play Roll-a-Pumpkin. Once they've collected all the pieces, have them assemble their pumpkins. This will provide some counting and number practice!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd in some letter\/handwriting practice, creating tracer labels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this activity and lots of other great lesson ideas, be sure to visit KinderTastic!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160744473,"sku":"A3991","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Labels.jpg?v=1522782031"},{"product_id":"columbus-day-ship-in-a-bottle-craftivity-a3992","title":"Columbus Day - Ship in a Bottle Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2468\" title=\"Columbus-Day-Ship-in-a-Bottle\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Columbus-Day-Ship-in-a-Bottle.jpg\" alt=\"Columbus Day Ship in a Bottle Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindergartensmiles.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColumbus Day is Monday, October 8th and if you're looking for some themed activities to add to your lessons, we suggest checking out this cute ship in a bottle craftivity from Caitlin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kindergartensmiles.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/columbus-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Smiles\u003c\/a\u003e. While it won't take long if you have templates, it will still provide your students with a chance to showcase their creativity and provide a fun keepsake {complete with song!} to help them remember the day's special lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShip in a Bottle Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with a piece of sky blue construction paper inviting them to draw and cut a bottle or jug shape. [NOTE: To get a symmetrical bottle, have them fold the paper in half lengthwise - or hot dog style - draw one side and then cut it out. When opened, their will look the same on both sides.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a coloring page or clip art image of a Spanish expedition ship online - like this one over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.supercoloring.com\/pages\/spanish-expedition\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Coloring\u003c\/a\u003e - having your students color the hull of the boat, cut it from the paper, and attach it to their construction paper bottle cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext come the sails! Using graphic art tools and white card stock cut into squares, invite your students to design their own sails. Attach the finished sails to craft sticks and arrange on the ship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a finishing touch, you might consider having your students crumple pieces of blue art tissue paper and paste them around the hull of the boat to create \"water\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen finished with the craft, teach your kiddos the fun Columbus Day song, \u003cem\u003eThree Little Ships\u003c\/em\u003e, then provide your students a copy to paste onto the back of their ship in a bottle. The best part, Caitlin provides the song printable for free over at her blog, so be sure to visit!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160810009,"sku":"A3992","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Columbus-Day-Ship-in-a-Bottle.jpg?v=1522782032"},{"product_id":"fall-phonics-describing-pumpkins-a3175","title":"Fall Phonics - Describing Pumpkins","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2354\" title=\"Pumpkin-Adjectives\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Adjectives.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Phonics Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we recently talked about supplementing your hands-on pumpkin investigations with a lesson on adjectives, we love how Kathleen over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/growingkinders.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/pumpkin-jack.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Kinders\u003c\/a\u003e put the exercise together. Instead of a traditional anchor chart {which can be super cute and effective, of course!}, she had her students place the adjectives - written on index cards - directly \u003cem\u003eonto\u003c\/em\u003e the pumpkin! This is a great way to motivate your kinders to participate inviting them to see if they can work together to cover the entire pumpkin with words that describe it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this activity and many other great fall lesson ideas, be sure to visit Growing Kinders!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160875545,"sku":"A3175","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Adjectives.jpg?v=1522782033"},{"product_id":"teacher-teacher-preschool-teacher-fall-bulletin-board-idea-a1469","title":"Teacher, Teacher, Preschool Teacher! - Fall Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4843\" title=\"Pumpkin-Poem-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Poem-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tippytoecrafts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis autumn pumpkin\/Halloween classroom display from Betsy over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tippytoecrafts.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/class-pumpkin-display.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTippytoe Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e is stinkin' adorable! The poem is super fun, the photos of the kiddos are hilarious, and the overall effect is perfect for the fall season! Not to mention, the photo shoot will probably be the most time consuming part of it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTeacher, Teacher, Preschool Teacher...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the entire board with royal blue background paper. Add a strip of natural butcher paper to the bottom, using scissors to shape the edge to look like a garden, or cover the bottom and sides of the bulletin board with dried cornstalks for a three-dimensional effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Betsy's fun poem - painted onto the bulletin board with craft paint, printed using word processing software, or posted with sticker letters!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid or patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Draw and cut out a large jack-o-lantern from orange bulletin board paper - complete with 'carved' face and brown stem. Attach a large piece of yellow {or lighter orange} poster board\/background paper to the back of the cutout to mimic the candle glow inside the jack-o-lantern. With the pumpkin completed, invite your kiddos to pose for photos. Betsy had her preschoolers do various poses; some were photographed jumping, others draped themselves over chairs and took upside down photos, and still others were captured peeking around book cases and other large furniture. Once developed, Betsy cut the students from the background and arranged them inside the jack-o-lantern cutout. As additions to the board, you might consider adding a pale yellow moon cutout to the night sky, low gray clouds\/fog, or even some fall leaves as accents!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160941081,"sku":"A1469","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Poem-BBI.jpg?v=1522782033"},{"product_id":"3-colorful-leaf-crafts-for-fall-a2528","title":"3 Colorful Leaf Crafts for Fall!","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow fun are these fall leaf projects from MaryLea over at Pink and Green Mama?! If you're stumped over what to do to ring in the new season, we suggest checking out these awesome crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4347\" title=\"Glitter-Leaves\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Glitter-Leaves.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Leaf Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/fall-craft-glitter-and-mod-podge-leaves.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlitter \u0026amp; Mod Podge Leaves\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The process is super simple, but it's a great fine motor builder and the results are so festive! Plus, we love that this project calls for real leaves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4348\" title=\"Sandpaper-Leaves\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sandpaper-Leaves.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Leaf Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/sandpaper-leaves.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSandpaper Leaves\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Talk about sensory! Your kiddos will have a blast coloring the scratchy paper leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4349\" title=\"Watercolor-Resist-Leaves\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Watercolor-Resist-Leaves.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Leaf Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/easy-fall-kid-craft-colored-glue-leaves.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlue \u0026amp; Watercolor Resist Leaves\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. With vibrant colored liquid watercolor paints and colored glue, the results of this project are simply gorgeous!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you need a colorful project for your kiddos, be sure to visit Pink and Green Mama for her fantastic tutorials!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160973849,"sku":"A2528","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Glitter-Leaves.jpg?v=1522782033"},{"product_id":"columbus-day-reader-a3595","title":"Columbus Day Reader","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2684\" title=\"Christopher-Columbus-Reader\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christopher-Columbus-Reader.jpg\" alt=\"Columbus Day Social Studies Emergent Reader Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.carlscorner.us.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA week from today - on Monday, October 8th - we celebrate Columbus Day. If you're planning to share some special activities and crafts with your students, we suggest incorporating this cute emergent reader created by Cherry Carl over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.carlscorner.us.com\/Holidays.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCarl's Corner\u003c\/a\u003e. Along with colorful graphics, the printable booklet includes several lines of the familiar Christopher Columbus\/\"In 1492\" poem. Sharing these with your students, they'll learn a little bit more about Columbus' fateful voyage and also have something to take home to share with their families!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a full version of the poem to read to your kiddos, check out these resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1492 Poem from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/columbus.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart\u003c\/a\u003e {words only}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yKVhDeH8qsg\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChristopher Columbus Poem\u003c\/a\u003e {pictures and words}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this colorful reader, be sure to visit Carl's Corner for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161039385,"sku":"A3595","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christopher-Columbus-Reader.jpg?v=1522782033"},{"product_id":"columbus-day-making-a-compass-a3176","title":"Columbus Day - Making A Compass","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2361\" title=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/science-projects-for-kids-magnets-and-metal-4.jpg\" alt=\"Columbus Day Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tlc.howstuffworks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColumbus Day is observed a week from today {Monday, October 8th} and, if you're planning some special activities and crafts for the day, be sure to check out this fun compass tutorial from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tlc.howstuffworks.com\/family\/science-projects-for-kids-magnets-and-metal4.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTLC Family\u003c\/a\u003e! Just as Christopher Columbus relied on navigational instruments on his voyage across the Atlantic, your little explorers can use their newly created compasses to practice 'navigating' themselves around the room, school yard, etc. Not only can they use their new tools during pretend play - and, of course, learn a little more about the science of how a compass works as they help construct it - there are tons of games that can be played with a compass! While you'll have to be mindful of your students' skill level, here are a few sites where you can find compass games\/activities: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/a\/qacubscouts.org\/main\/dens\/bear\/schedule\/role-resposibilities\/compass-games\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eQueen Anne Cub Scouts\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/list_6552996_compass-learning-games.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCompass Learning Games\u003c\/a\u003e {from eHow}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to visit TLC Family for this fun Columbus Day science activity!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161072153,"sku":"A3176","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/science-projects-for-kids-magnets-and-metal-4.jpg?v=1522782034"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/silly_20Spiders_20Line_20tracing_20worksheet-straight.jpg?v=1530027922","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/month-october.oembed?page=6","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}