{"title":"Toddler Bulletin Board Ideas","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"making-use-of-prints-in-the-toddler-classroom-a1016","title":"Toddler Handprint and Footprint Bulletin Board Idea \u0026 Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Toddler Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Toddler Footprints Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ToddlerBulletinBoardIdea.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: grademyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis toddler teacher decided that the constant finger and hand prints found throughout her classroom were something to celebrate not get frustrated with. Capitalizing on her students' eagerness to get \"dirty\" (and to put their hands on everything!),  she designed this endearing board that features their best hand and footprints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand \u0026amp; Footprint Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Little Toddler Hands Wave Hi... As Little Toddler Feet Walk Bye, Bye, Bye\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alphabet, helping hands, or other colorful kids-themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse your students' projects. Take one day to create hand prints in bright primary colors, being sure to record the child's date and age on the back for parents, then set aside time to create footprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhile your toddlers may not always recognize that their work decorates the walls, their parents will surely enjoy seeing it displayed! The best part is, these art projects are sure to become instant keepsakes when sent home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat are the key elements to decorating a toddler classroom? We'd love to hear your thoughts so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eGet all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e from one place, our online store mpmSchoolSupplies.com! We offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-67-mathematics.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emath teacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086393881,"sku":"A1016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ToddlerBulletinBoardIdea.jpg?v=1522781586"},{"product_id":"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":"have-a-ball-on-your-birthday-a1033","title":"Have A Ball On Your Birthday! Sports Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-359 aligncenter\" title=\"Have A Ball On Your Birthday!\" alt=\"Sports Themed Birthday Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Have-A-Ball-On-Your-Birthday-e1286218999555.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKids love to be recognized on their birthday! Melanie, experienced early childhood educator and learning center administrator, created this fun sports themed birthday board for their school's main office to help keep students, parents, and staff in the know. While it makes a great hallway display, with one simple adaptation this board could also be used to recognize classroom birthdays in style! Here's how to create your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSports Themed Birthday Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Have A Ball On Your Birthday!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The creator of the bulletin board decided to leave it plain, but you could also use a solid trimmer in a complimentary color or a sports-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Sports Balls. Create several templates from card stock. Melanie created a soccer ball, baseball, basketball, and football, but you could add others (e.g. tennis ball, volleyball, golf ball, etc.). Use the templates to create sports ball cutouts from construction paper or colored card stock. (NOTE: You might also be able to find a black and white clip-art print online or through your word processing software that could then be printed onto colored card stock and cut out.) Use a permanent marker to write the names and birth dates of your students. 2) The Banner. The banner is super simple to create. Cut several pendant shapes from red and yellow construction paper. Staple them (alternating the colors) along a piece of string or cord to create the illusion of a hanging banner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things fresh and exciting, the office birthday board at Melanie's center usually gets a theme change every season, and sports new displays from year to year, but it could also make a great (permanent!) wall decoration in the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHave you designed any sports themed birthday board? We'd love to hear about them so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eTake a look at our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where we offer a wide variety \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies for teachers\u003c\/a\u003e.  Whether you are looking for classroom furnishings like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool rugs\u003c\/a\u003e or smaller items like a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-377-teacher-stamps.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher stamp set\u003c\/a\u003e, we have you covered!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089506841,"sku":"A1033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Have-A-Ball-On-Your-Birthday-e1286218999555.jpg?v=1522781606"},{"product_id":"diy-texture-words-book-a2319","title":"DIY Texture Words Book","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/texture-words-book.jpg\" alt=\"Toddler and Preschool Science Sensory Texture Book\" title=\"texture-words-book\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2725\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: newhouseproject.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnrich your kiddos vocabulary and provide them with a unique sensory experience with this homemade texture words book designed by Kristen Sutcliffe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/newhouseproject.com\/2009\/10\/06\/new-craft-project-texture-words-book\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNew House Project\u003c\/a\u003e. Soft. Smooth. Wrinkly. Squishy. The list of possibilities is only limited to the various papers, fabrics, and other household items you can find to represent them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your child(ren)\/students have had practice {and fun!} with the book, consider using the pages or the remaining materials to create a matching activity. Place the book pages - minus the texture words - onto a bulletin board. Provided with an envelope of texture word labels, invite your students to first feel the material on the page, then match to it the appropriate label. Attach part of a Velcro dot to the back of each label and to the bottom of each texture page to help your students make matches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112116761,"sku":"A2319","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/texture-words-book.jpg?v=1522781742"},{"product_id":"patriotic-hand-print-flag-bulletin-board-a1163","title":"Patriotic American Flag Handprint Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2235\" title=\"Patriotic-Flag-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Patriotic-Flag-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Patriotic Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eFlag murals provide a fantastic classroom decoration for Memorial Day, Independence Day, and other patriotic holidays. Not only is it festive, it also allows your kiddos to get involved!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand Print American Flag Mural Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure out enough white background paper to fit the entire bulletin board, tape it together and set it out on the classroom floor. [NOTE: You might want to cover the floor with newspaper or a tarp first.] Cut a large rectangle from blue bulletin board paper or fit and tape together sheets of blue construction paper, gluing the rectangle to the top left corner of the white background paper. The American flag has 7 red stripes; starting at the top, use pencil to draw seven lines for your students to use as a guide when completing the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Flag Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhase #1:\u003c\/em\u003e Set out shallow dishes of red craft paint along with a paint brush for each student. Divide students into 7 teams and assign each team a stripe on the flag. Instruct students to use the pencil line as a guide, using the brush to coat their hand with red paint, then press their hand onto the line to create a print. Demonstrate how to place the prints palm to fingertip in order to create a \"solid\" line. Students in each team should take turns creating hand prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhase #2:\u003c\/em\u003e After students have had a chance to clean up, swap the dishes of red paint for a shallow dish of white craft paint. Have your kiddos take turns dipping their thumb into the paint and creating a \"star\" print on the blue rectangle. In all, students should create 50 prints. [NOTE: This equates to a total of 9 rows. The first, third, fifth, seventh, and ninth rows should have 6 \"stars\", while the remaining rows should have 5.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand Print Flag Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has fully dried, mount the flag mural to the board, add a patriotic bulletin board border {optional}, and you've got yourself a colorful, festive classroom decoration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We love your feedback so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120112153,"sku":"A1163","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Patriotic-Flag-BBI.jpg?v=1522781791"},{"product_id":"every-heart-beats-true-patriotic-bulletin-board-a1164","title":"\"Every Heart Beats True...\" - Patriotic Bears Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2240\" title=\"Patriotic-Bear-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Patriotic-Bear-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Patriotic Summer Preschool Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHere's another patriotic design that would work great for any early childhood classroom! With it's simple elements and design, this board is sure to provide fun, festive decor without a lot of hassle {i.e. it's perfect for those short holiday 'seasons' where you \u003cem\u003ewant\u003c\/em\u003e to change the decorations, but don't want to spend hours on a design that will be taken down after only a few days}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePatriotic Bulletin Board Idea\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"Every Heart Beats True 'Neath the Red, White, and Blue!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original design did not feature a border, but you might consider adding a complimentary solid color trimmer or flag border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Bears. Either draw a bear template by hand, using it to trace and cut the bear shapes from construction paper of various colors, adding all the detailing with markers, or find a 'patriotic' bear coloring page that can be printed directly onto colored paper. Cut ovals from white card stock or construction paper, drawing stars or pasting colorful star cutouts in the center and adding them to the bear shapes. 2) The Flags. Purchase small flags from your local Walmart\/home store for a fun three-dimensional element or create your own using card stock and markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120243225,"sku":"A1164","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Patriotic-Bear-BBI.jpg?v=1522781792"},{"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":"big-wishes-little-hearts-valentines-day-bulletin-board-a1276","title":"BIG Wishes, Little Hearts - Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3325\" title=\"Vday-Wish-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Vday-Wish-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Toddler Valentine's Day Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eThe infant room teachers over at McKinley Early Childhood Center wanted to add something special to their classroom for the Valentine's Day holiday and came up with this festive design. We love that it highlights each child in their class and think the traditional color scheme makes the board pop!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBIG Wishes, Little Hearts Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A BIG Valentine's Wish from Our Little Hearts to Yours!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heart bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original design features a large red heart cutout in the center of the board - cut from red bulletin board paper. Student names were scripted onto smaller construction paper hearts (cut from paper in various Valentine's Day colors) and arranged around the bulletin board. Simple, festive, and cute!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734138134553,"sku":"A1276","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Vday-Wish-BBI.jpg?v=1522781895"},{"product_id":"baby-its-cold-outside-3d-snowman-classroom-door-decoration-a6910","title":"\"Baby It's Cold Outside\" - 3D Snowman Classroom Door Decoration Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Baby It's Cold Outside 3D Snowman Door Decoration\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-door-decoration-edited.jpg\" alt=\"3D Snowman Classroom Door Decoration for Winter\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: University of Alabama Child Development Center\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a door decoration that will get you through winter, and could absolutely win any door decoration contest your school may have? Then check out this adorable 3-dimensional snowman put together by Ms. Caroline \u0026amp; Mrs. Lollar at the University of Alabama Child Development Center!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3D Snowman Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the 3-dimensional snowman, you will need three different size white paper (or plastic) cups and a stapler. Start by creating your bottom layer with the largest size cup, stapling the cups together in a circular pattern (make sure the base will fit on your door). Continue stapling layers of cups on top until you've created a half sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate the middle section in the same fashion with your middle size cup. You may need to use a few less cups in your base layer to make sure the circle will not be as large as your bottom circle. Complete the snowman's head with the smallest size cup in the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eIf you're anything like me and need to see something in action in order to recreate it, there are several videos demonstrating the process that can be found on YouTube.\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3D Snowman Decoration Close Up\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-cups-closeup-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"3D Snowman Winter Craft Close Up\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: University of Alabama Child Development Center\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e3D Snowman Door Decoration\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e The example does not use a background paper, but you could cover the door with a wintry blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby It's Cold Outside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e A border is not necessary for this decoration, but you could line the door frame with a snowflake trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang your paper cup snowman on the door. Then add your traditional snowman accessories (santa hat and scarf). Next, cut buttons, eyes and a mouth out of black felt and a nose out of orange felt and then attach each to the snowman with tape (if you don't want to cut out little circles for the mouth, you could create one from a thin black pipe cleaner). Side Note: Depending on the positioning of the cups, you could also fill cups with black and orange tissue paper to create the buttons, eyes, nose and mouth instead. To finish the door, hang snowflake cut-outs with pictures of your kiddos around the snowman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204096537,"sku":"A6910","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowman-door-decoration-edited.jpg?v=1522782292"},{"product_id":"3-d-spring-flowers-welcome-bulletin-board-idea-a6989","title":"3-D Spring Flowers \"Welcome!\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Spring Flowers Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/First-Grade-Spring-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Bulletin Board Idea for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome Spring (and your kiddos) into class with this super creative bulletin board idea featured by Debbie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/spring-flower-bulletin-board.html#\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e. The 3-D flowers really bring the board to life and serve as a wonderful reminder that Spring is finally in the air!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e3-D Spring Flowers \"Welcome!\"\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use sky blue bulletin board paper for the top half of the board (the sky) and green for the bottom section (the grass). For a cute added touch, you could also use a bulletin board paper featuring clouds for the sky!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Welcome!\" {you could also add Spring to the title if you wish}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e The example kept a clean look by not using a border, but you could always use a Spring-themed border if you feel it needs a little something extra!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Flowers - To create the flowers you will need yellow and orange bulletin board paper cut into circles based on the size flowers you are creating. For each flower, scrunch the orange paper together and staple the edges to the board with the middle poofed out a bit to create the 3-D effect. Then, do the same with the yellow circles to create your petals. The stems will be created in the same way using brown bulletin board paper cut into long rectangles. Staple the stems to the board in several places to create a 'bent' natural look. (You could always add additional colors for the flowers depending on how colorful you want your board to be - for example, pink and purple would probably look fantastic!).  2) Accent Frogs - Keep it simple by purchasing a package of frog accents (or you could always create your own from clip-art online if you prefer). Then write each of your kiddo's name on a frog and space them around the board to complete your Spring time look!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206914585,"sku":"A6989","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/First-Grade-Spring-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782308"},{"product_id":"day-or-night-our-stars-shine-bright-bulletin-board-idea-a7225","title":"\"Day or Night Our Stars Shine Bright\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Day or Night Our Stars Shine Bright Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sun-moon-star-bulletin-board-idea.jpg\" alt=\"Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: McKinley Early Childhood Center\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this creative bulletin board the teachers at McKinley Early Childhood Center put together! Perfect for recognizing the 'stars' in your class any time of year!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDay or Night Our Stars Shine Bright\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper for the top half of the board and black for the bottom half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Day or Night Our Stars Shine Bright\" - Create by tracing letters onto white and yellow construction paper - or use pre-cut ready letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e No border is necessary, but you could select a star border or something that would compliment the background color if you wish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) Sun and Moon - Create the sun and moon from yellow and white bulletin board paper. Using a black marker, draw on the cute faces.  2) Stars - use a die-cutting machine to cut stars from yellow and white construction paper (or find a clip-art image online to trace if you don't have a machine available). Write each child's name in a star and arrange on board (yellow on blue and white on black).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734214254617,"sku":"A7225","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/sun-moon-star-bulletin-board-idea.jpg?v=1522782353"},{"product_id":"digging-into-summer-bulletin-board-idea-a7315","title":"\"Digging into Summer\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Digging Into Summer Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/digging-into-summer-bulletin-board.jpg\" alt=\"Bulletin Board - Digging Into Summer\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: McKinley Early Childhood Center\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig right in to the beginning of summer with this super cute bulletin board idea found at McKinley Early Childhood Center! Summer brings trips to the beach and fun in the sun. Get your kiddos excited by having them help you create this summertime display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBucket Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you begin to put up your summer board, have your kiddos help you decorate buckets - one for each student in the class. You can find a simple bucket coloring page online. Print one for each student and have them decorate however they choose! Provide a variety of materials - paint, crayons, markers, glitter, sequins, foam shapes, etc - and turn them loose. Then once the buckets have dried, cut them out, attach a cute shovel and write each child's name on their bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFor younger children (infants and toddlers) try providing them with Do-A-Dot markers for decorating. An activity they are sure to enjoy!\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Digging into Summer\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper for the sky and light brown or tan for the sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Digging into Summer\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e A border is not necessary, but if you're itching to cover those edges you could use any type of summer-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun - cut a sun from yellow bulletin board paper. Buckets - attach your kiddos bucket crafts along the bottom of the board. If you're wanting to add a little something extra, try creating white clouds from bulletin board paper, or add a few 'beachy' accents to the sand (crabs, shells, etc). You could also glue on a little sand to make the beach more life-like!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734218481689,"sku":"A7315","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/digging-into-summer-bulletin-board.jpg?v=1522782378"},{"product_id":"flip-flop-into-summer-bulletin-board-idea-a7318","title":"\"Flip Flop into Summer\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Flip Flop into Summer Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/flip-flop-into-summer-bulletin-board.jpg\" alt=\"Bulletin Board Idea - Flip Flop into Summer\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: McKinley Early Childhood Center\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpruce up your summer bulletin board with this super cute flip flop idea that was featured in a classroom at McKinley Early Childhood Center. What a fun way to kick off summer! And better yet - there is a craft to help get your kiddos involved in decorating!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlip Flop Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kiddos help you create the flip flops for your beach display! You'll need:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a pair of footprints for each child using assorted color paint. Then, once the paint has dried, cut out the footprints and attach a piece of yarn to make the print look like a flip flop (attach each end of yarn to one side of the foot and then bring the middle toward the top and attach). Easy peasy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFlip Flop into Summer Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper (sky); Dark blue (water); Tan (sand). You could also just leave the bottom portion of the board exposed and allow the cork to represent the sand (as shown above).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Flip Flop into Summer\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e A border is not necessary, but you could always add a cute summer-themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1) Umbrella - Create an umbrella using orange bulletin board paper for the top and brown for the stand.  2) Beach ball - Use red, white and yellow construction paper to create the ball. You could easily find a beach ball clip art online for guidance!  3) Sun - The sun is created using yellow and orange bulletin board paper. Attach a yellow quarter circle to the upper right corner of the board. Then attach strips of orange around the sun and roll them up toward the sun to create a cute 3-D effect.  4) Birds - The birds are drawn using a thick permanent black marker.  5) The Beach - attach your kiddos cute flip flop creations! You could also add a few beach accents (think shovels and buckets, crabs, sea shells, etc), and perhaps even a friendly shark or a few fishys for the ocean. 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