{"title":"Writing Bulletin Board Ideas","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"math-conversation-hearts-bulletin-board-a1076","title":"Math Conversation Hearts Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-886   \" title=\"Heart Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Heart-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"February Valentine's Day Math Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/community.scholastic.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt's always nice when you can coordinate your Valentine's Day decor with unit material and lessons. Heather Florkowski, educator and member of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/community.scholastic.com\/scholastic\/board\/message?board.id=bulletinboards\u0026amp;message.id=26\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScholastic Community\u003c\/a\u003e, decided to spice up her normal conversation heart theme with math terms and concept review - providing colorful classroom decorations for the holiday \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e a learning tool for her students!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eConversation Heart Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFlorkowski created custom conversation hearts with a card stock heart template and construction paper in assorted Valentine's Day colors (i.e. dark pink, light pink, red, and purple). Using a marker and glitter glue pens, she scripted various math terms on the heart cutouts including - radius, difference, fraction, area, stem and leaf plot, quotient, diameter, etc. These cutouts were then pasted onto heart doilies and attached to the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHer students were then given a term to review and research - asked to find the definition, create a visual depiction of the term, and use the term in a sentence. The final \"reports\" were then mounted onto construction paper (matching that of the conversation heart) and used as an educational tool for the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eConversation Heart Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eLight pink bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Captivating Conversation Hearts\" - Florkowski opted to script the title onto paper with markers and glitter glue pens, then mount the title onto several conversation hearts. You could also use traditional trace and cut letters with complimentary colors of construction paper or store bought lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Florkowski used small heart doilies, but you might also consider a Valentine's Day themed bulletin board border or a solid trimmer in a complimentary color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the vocabulary conversation hearts and your students' 'reports'!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is such a simple way for students to review important unit terms, get some writing practice (as they construct sentences), learn about the nuances of researching a concept, and still make the walls look great for the holiday!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear your thoughts about the board so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734102024217,"sku":"A1076","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Heart-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781682"},{"product_id":"rescue-tired-words-interactive-classroom-word-wall-a1084","title":"\"Rescue Tired Words\" - Interactive Classroom Word Wall!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-964   \" title=\"Interactive Word Wall\" alt=\"Literacy and Writing Interactive Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Interactive-Word-Wall1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.cherylsigmon.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen writing, we \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e can find ourselves in a vocabulary \"rut\" - using the same words and expressions over and over again. For young writers with a limited vocabulary, this problem can seem to be magnified. Elementary teacher and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cherylsigmon.com\/fun3.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCheryl Sigmon's Website\u003c\/a\u003e for educators, Laura Croglio, decided to provide her students with a way to \"rescue\" these overused vocabulary words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow The Word Wall Works\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroglio began by choosing twelve of the most overused vocabulary words in her classroom, making a list of possible synonyms for each. During writing exercises, when her students encounter one of the \"tired\" words, she invites them to visit the word wall where they can peruse synonyms, pick a word that fits into their writing, then take it back to their seat to ensure proper spelling as well as provide them an opportunity to copy the word into their personal dictionary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo continue the \"tired\" theme, Croglio includes a cute poem at the top of her board, imploring her students to rescue the overused vocabulary words who just want to \"go to sleep\":\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTired Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Tired words want to go to sleep.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLet them rest! Don’t make a peep!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTry to use a synonym instead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLet those tired words stay in bed!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eInteractive Classroom Word Wall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top half of the bulletin board with yellow bulletin board paper and the bottom half with white bulletin board paper. The yellow paper will act as the \"fitted sheet\" on the bed and the white will be the base of the \"quilt\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the title of the poem - \"Tired Words!\" - We love how Laura displayed the title\/poem on a pillow cutout! How clever!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe original design does not make use of a border, but you might consider adding a complimentary solid color trimmer, language arts themed border, or even a brightly patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e To create the word \"quilt\", fashion an envelope or \"pouch\" for each overused vocabulary - cut rectangles from brightly colored construction paper or card stock and attach three sides to the board or purchase actual library pockets from your local office supply store. Script the overused word onto white card stock or use word processing software to print labels and add a label to the front of each envelope. Additionally, create a word label for each synonym to be placed inside the appropriate envelope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this interactive word wall idea because it's easy to assemble, can be customized to fit the needs of your classroom, and will most certainly improve your students' writing and vocabulary!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We'd love to hear what you think of this display and our website, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734102712345,"sku":"A1084","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Interactive-Word-Wall1.jpg?v=1522781686"},{"product_id":"we-promise-earth-day-display-a1121","title":"\"We Promise...\" Earth Day Bulletin Board Display Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spring Earth Day Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-promise.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e Photo Source: http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your Earth Day discussions with this fantastic bulletin board idea created by Brooke Perry {and featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog designed and maintained by kindergarten teacher, April Larremore!}. To begin, Brooke and her students talked about what it means to take care of the Earth and the consequences for \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e being prudent with its resources. They then discussed what a promise is and completed a fun activity where they put their personal \"promises\" to the Earth in writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Promises\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt looks like Brooke had her students write their responses out on a simple worksheet, but you might also consider having them complete one of these fun Earth Day crafts to display their message on. Both of these projects come from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dltk-kids.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDLTK-Kids\u003c\/a\u003e and the openings in the wreaths provide the perfect place for students to script their promises. [Not only that, they'll provide extra color and visual interest on the board!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dltk-kids.com\/crafts\/earth\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"earth day wreath crafts\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-wreath.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e Photo Source: DLTK Kids\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhite bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Our Promises To The Earth\" - Brooke scripted the title directly onto the background paper with craft paint, but you could also use traditional bulletin board letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or Earth-themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Earth. Measure and cut a large circle from white background paper, tracing the outline with black permanent marker or craft paint. Set up a paint center, providing several shallow dishes of green and blue craft paint and an assortment of paint brushes. Have your students take turns painting their hands using the brushes or by dipping their hands into the paint, placing green and blue hand prints all over the cutout to create the Earth. Mount this in the center of the board. 2) The Promises. Place your students' worksheets or wreath crafts around the hand print Earth cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love that this bulletin board design is interactive, can act as a lesson extension, and may just inspire your students to actually remember and put their promises into action!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108741657,"sku":"A1121","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-promise.jpg?v=1522781722"},{"product_id":"we-had-a-picnic-spring-garden-display-a1124","title":"\"We Had A Picnic...\" - Spring Garden Bulletin Board Display Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1234 \" title=\"we had a picnic in third grade bulletin board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/we-had-a-picnic-in-third-grade-bulletin-board.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Health Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/theoscreativecorner.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to decorate your classroom for spring {while keeping it educational?}, try this cute picnic board from Theo-Ann at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theoscreativecorner.blogspot.com\/2009\/08\/creative-bulletin-boards.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOutside the box\u003c\/a\u003e! She had her kiddos complete a creative writing component, writing on a paper plate about their favorite part of third grade to display on the board, but you could certainly alter the activity to fit your classroom themes and lessons. For example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo compliment your spring botany or gardening unit, have students look through magazines, clipping pictures and filling their plates with their favorite fruits\/vegetables or have them choose one picnic\/garden item they love, then research and draw a diagram of it's life cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo go along with a health\/science unit, invite students to find and clip pictures of their favorite picnic foods. Then, dividing their paper plate into three sections {\"Carbohydrates\", \"Proteins\", and \"Fats\"}, have them glue the items in the proper category. For more complexity, divide and label the paper plate using the sections on the food pyramid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo add a social studies component, invite your students to research the history of picnics, drawing what the earliest picnickers might have eaten {\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.foodtimeline.org\/foodpicnics.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFood Timeline\u003c\/a\u003e offers up several menu ideas.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We Had A Picnic...\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eTheo-Ann used blue bulletin board paper, but you might consider using green background paper to make it appear as if the picnic blanket has been laid down on grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Had A Picnic!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer, spring theme bulletin board border, food themed trimmer, or another border that compliments the unit of study the board references.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Picnic Blanket. Find a colorful piece of fabric to hang on the board or create a checkered blanket\/quilt from 3\" x 3\" squares of construction paper in assorted colors. Use a marker to create the illusion that the squares have been 'stitched' together. 2) The Plates. Use your students' creations! 3) The Details. Consider adding construction paper cutouts of ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, etc. - drawing them freehand or finding images online to trace or print directly onto colored paper {to print, the image must be in black and white}. You could also purchase inexpensive squeeze bottles and shakers to place around the board like Theo-Ann did.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to leave us a comment below and let us know how we're doing :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px; text-align: left;\"\u003eUPDATE {June 7, 2011}:\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThird grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mssawyersclass.shutterfly.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeth Sawyer\u003c\/a\u003e, sent us a link to her fantastic picnic display. We \u003c\/em\u003elove \u003cem\u003ethe plastic tablecloth background and the ants are a spectacular touch! Thanks so much for sending this in!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2351\" title=\"5809952257_5b3a4f0284_b\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5809952257_5b3a4f0284_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary End Of The Year or Summer Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Beth Sawyer\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eBeth writes, \"I adapted the bulletin board by using an inexpensive plastic tablecloth from CVS for the background and adding the line of ants (my librarian's idea). The students wrote about their favorite part of 3rd grade on an index card and then glued it to a paper plate. It’s a fun, simple end-of-the-year bulletin board that will not take a lot of time to take down when I’m busy packing up my classroom!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eThanks again, Beth, for sending us a photo of your design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003e~ Kayla\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109331481,"sku":"A1124","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/we-had-a-picnic-in-third-grade-bulletin-board.jpg?v=1522781725"},{"product_id":"i-spy-with-my-little-bug-eyes-spring-bulletin-board-a1139","title":"\"I Spy With My Little Bug Eyes...\" Spring Bulletin Board Decorating Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1749\" title=\"Bug-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bug Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: gardenofpraise.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you and your kiddos \"buggy\" for spring?! This adorable bulletin board created by first grade teacher, Mrs. Parson, and featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gardenofpraise.com\/bul109.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGarden of Praise\u003c\/a\u003e is certain to add some lively color to your classroom walls and inspired several fun lessons in the process!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuggy Students\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. Parson had her students use a color photograph of themselves, a generic bug 'body' template, colored card stock, chenille stems, sequins, and other craft embellishments to make themselves into 'bugs'. For more bug 'variety', consider adapting black and white clip art images found online or through your word processing software into various templates for your students to choose from and use to create ladybugs, honey bees, flies, crickets, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\"Bug\"-cause...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for end-of-the-year reflections or even a unit on insects\/bugs, here are a few prompts you might consider having your kiddos complete:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"_______________ (First Grade, Mrs. Parson's Class, Math, etc.) is cool 'bug'-cause...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'm looking forward to _______________ (insert next grade level) 'bug'-cause...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I love summer 'bug'-cause...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"_______________ (Ladybugs, Butterflies, etc.) are unique 'bug'-cause...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you can see, most themes\/subjects can be adapted for this prompt and bulletin board so don't be afraid to have fun with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"I Spy...\" Bug Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, yellow, or light green background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"I Spy With My Little Bug Eyes...\"; You might also consider tailoring the title to fit your prompt. For example, \"We Love Summer 'Bug'-cause...\" or \"Buggy About Summer\", etc. Mrs. Parson painted the title onto a piece of white background paper, but you could also use traditional bulletin board letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mrs. Parson used a combination of rainbow bulletin board borders and looped ribbon. You might also consider using a traditional spring themed bulletin board border for the entire board or just continuing the rainbow trimmer around all four edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your 'buggy' students along with their responses to the writing prompt {just mount the journal pages onto a colorful piece of construction paper or card stock for extra visual interest!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe versatility of this board makes it a fantastic addition to any early childhood classroom! As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112346137,"sku":"A1139","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bug-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781743"},{"product_id":"turning-the-page-end-of-the-year-progress-bulletin-board-a1157","title":"\"Turning the Page...\" - End of the Year Progress Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1963\" title=\"tavi 001\" alt=\"End of the Year Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tavi-001.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mallonmessages.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat better way to finish off the year than with a bulletin board that showcases your students' growth throughout the school year! Designed by teaching team Maria Mallon and Cheryl Dillard of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mallonmessages.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/work-over-time-bulletin-board-from-k-to.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMall-ard's First Grade \"Hog Heaven\"\u003c\/a\u003e, this book shaped board features their students' progress as writers of different genres, as well as the confidence they've gained in their skills and the solid foundation that will carry them through their scholastic career. A fantastic idea and an adorable design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Turning the Page...\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freehand or enlarge and trace the shape of an open book onto black bulletin board paper. The book should be the size of the board. Add a second, slightly smaller, book shape created from white bulletin board paper to the board, using a black marker to create the illusion of pages. To create a three-dimensional look {i.e. a page being turned}, add a third book shape made from white bulletin board paper, making sure to fit it to the previously drawn pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Turning the Page to a New Chapter!\"\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 Pull samples of your kiddos work - one from the beginning of the year and one from the end of the year. Mount them side by side on a piece of construction paper, add the student's picture, and arrange them on the book board. Your students will be thrilled to \"step back in time\" and will love seeing how they've grown throughout the year!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear your thoughts on this bulletin board and how you might transform it to display other subjects, topics, skills learned, etc. - so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119292953,"sku":"A1157","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/tavi-001.jpg?v=1522781786"},{"product_id":"our-stars-in-the-fight-for-freedom-veterans-day-bulletin-board-a1231","title":"\"Our Stars in the Fight for Freedom\" - Veteran's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2981\" title=\"VeteransDayBB2006\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/VeteransDayBB2006.jpg\" alt=\"Veteran's Day or Memorial Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: boardsgalore.com | Merline Vance\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMerline Vance, design contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.boardsgalore.com\/MerlineVance.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoards Galore\u003c\/a\u003e, shares this awesome bulletin board idea that would be perfect for Veteran's Day! In a twist on the American flag, Merline compiled a list of veterans in the community, as well as the names of those currently serving, recognizing the \u003cem\u003estars\u003c\/em\u003e - the men and women - who have fought to keep our country free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Extension: We think it would be super neat to include photographs of the servicemen and women as well and have students write letters of thanks to each one - keeping one copy of the letter to post on the board along with the picture and sending the other copy out!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOur Stars in the Fight for Freedom\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 \"Our Stars in the Fight for Freedom!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patriotic trimmer or complimentary solid color border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main decoration is the flag. Begin by creating the seven red stripes - measuring and cutting 7 identical strips from red background paper. Arrange these on the board, spacing them evenly in order to create the white \"stripes\" in-between. Cut a large royal blue rectangle mounting it at the top left-hand corner of the \"flag\" {from top to bottom the rectangle should line up with the top of the first red stripe and end at the bottom of the fourth red stripe}. Cut a white star for each veteran and current serviceman or woman in your community, scripting their name on the star and arrange them in the blue rectangle. If you desire, contact the family of each for a photograph and have your kiddos write letters to add to the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6562-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-14404-fadeless-art-rolls-24-x-12-royal-blue-film-wrapped.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblue\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6351-art-kraft-rolls-48-x-200-flame.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130860057,"sku":"A1231","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/VeteransDayBB2006.jpg?v=1522781850"},{"product_id":"filled-with-gratitude-thanksgiving-bulletin-board-a1232","title":"Filled With Gratitude! - Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2985\" title=\"Gratitude Turkey\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gratitude-Turkey.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thanksgiving, invite your kiddos to participate in a fun collaborative exercise – decorating the classroom gratitude turkey! Here's how it works; in the remaining days leading up to the holiday, have your students come up with one thing \u003cem\u003eevery day\u003c\/em\u003e that they're thankful for. Invite them to script it on a colorful feather cutout {in complete sentences with proper punctuation and grammar!}, attaching it to the bulletin board wherever they can find space! Not only will this create a colorful display for your classroom, it will get your kiddos thinking about the true meaning of the Thanksgiving holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGratitude Turkey Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow or sky blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Filled with Gratitude!”, “Our Gratitude Turkey”, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanksgiving or fall themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a large turkey cutout with two simple pieces – one large brown circle and one medium brown circle. Use colored construction paper to add detailing – orange feet, an orange beak, a red ________, and white\/black eyes. Using a card stock template, trace and cut feathers from scrapbook paper in various colors and fun patterns. Decorate the turkey with a few feathers {so that its not bare to begin with} then have your kiddos continue to add their feathers around the turkey and bulletin board.\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-6554-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-canary-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6549-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-lite-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esky blue bulletin board 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-13950-thanksgiving-stick-kids.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGive thanks' bulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6553-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrapbook\/\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-miscellaneous-craft-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors and patterns\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\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a fantastic way to get into the spirit of the season! While the original projects at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/gratitude-turkey-2011.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e were individual {as shown in the picture above} – we think a collaborative effect\/bulletin board is a great way to remind your students that we all have a lot to be thankful for!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131187737,"sku":"A1232","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gratitude-Turkey.jpg?v=1522781852"},{"product_id":"i-like-winter-hot-cocoa-bulletin-board-a1240","title":"\"I Like Winter...\" Hot Cocoa Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3069\" title=\"i-like-winter-because-21234633\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/i-like-winter-because-21234633.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.amazing-preschool-activities.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan you believe it's almost December?! We feel a little funny switching gears - talking about snow and Christmas when it's not even Thanksgiving yet - but it pays to be prepared! We found this bulletin board idea over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amazing-preschool-activities.com\/i-like-winter-because.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAmazing Preschool Activities\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would make a fun transition board\/activity as the winter season draws near!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"I Like Winter\" Hot Cocoa Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a square of colored paper and matching mug handle cutout. Once assembled, provide your students with some decorating inspiration - bring in a selection of your favorite holiday mugs or pull some pictures from the internet to help your kiddos decide what they'd like on their mug. Then get started, providing your students with colorful, patterned craft paper, scissors, glitter, glue, and other craft embellishments. [NOTE: Don't forget the mini marshmallows and wisps of gray \"steam\" for the top!] As the projects dry, have your students brainstorm a list of things they like about winter, selecting their very favorite and penning it onto an index card or specialty paper to display with their mug of hot cocoa!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"I Like Winter\" Hot Cocoa 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 \"I Like Winter Because...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or winter themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' cocoa crafts and finished writing prompts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132006937,"sku":"A1240","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/i-like-winter-because-21234633.jpg?v=1522781858"},{"product_id":"if-i-lived-in-a-snow-globe-winter-bulletin-board-idea-a1242","title":"If I Lived in a Snow Globe... - Winter Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3088\" title=\"Snow-Globe-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snow-Globe-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Writing Winter Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this snow globe bulletin board from Kindergarten teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/snowman-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDeanna Jump\u003c\/a\u003e?! Not only will it provide your classroom with festive seasonal decor, the design also offers fabulous writing and crafting exercises for your kiddos! {...Plus, your students do all the decorating!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIf I Lived in a Snow Globe...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by inviting your students to finish the writing prompt, \"If I Lived in a Snow Globe...\", crafting fun stories of the things they would do, see, hear, etc. Next, have them select their favorite \"scene\", providing students with light blue construction paper circles and inviting them illustrate it. Be sure to have them use lots of white craft paint and iridescent or silver glitter to create the snowy environment!! Create \"bases\" for the snow globes from black construction paper and have your kiddos write a short sentence describing the scene captured in their snow globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSnow Globe Bulletin Board Idea\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 \"If I Lived in a Snow Globe...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' writing prompts\/crafts! If you have room, consider creating a giant snow globe with light blue and black bulletin board paper, drawing your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e scene in the globe!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132138009,"sku":"A1242","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snow-Globe-BBI.jpg?v=1522781858"},{"product_id":"have-a-ball-christmas-bulletin-board-idea-a1244","title":"\"Have a Ball...\" - Christmas Ornaments Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3097 \" title=\"Christmas Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Early Childhood Christmas Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: twothingsincommon.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a festive twist to your decorations while keeping classroom displays relevant to your lessons with a fun ornament board like this one created by Jami, fourth grade teacher and guest writer at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/twothingsincommon.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/teacher-tips-on-snow-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTwo Things in Common\u003c\/a\u003e. With its simple design, it can be customized to fit any unit or concept and the ornaments can display teacher designed facts\/diagrams or student created information {done as part of a review exercise}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it works fabulously as a review\/information bulletin board, you might also consider...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the board to keep track of your kiddos holiday reading accomplishments {i.e. every time they read a book, they get to add a sparkly sticker or gem to their ornament} - \"Reading is a Ball!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigning a personalized ornament for each student, including a picture and a nice message from the teacher - \"You're A Ball To Have in Class!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdating your student helper bulletin board for the Christmas season - \"We Have A Ball Helping Out!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfusing your behavior management bulletin board with a festive theme - \"We're Having A Ball Being Good!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChristmas Ornament Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select a title based on your intended use!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut circle ornaments {or include various shapes as desired} from card stock in assorted colors. From a variety of sparkly\/colorful ribbon, cut a piece of ribbon for each ornament, being sure to cut them at different lengths. Arrange the ribbon on the board, attaching the pieces to the top of the bulletin board and adding an ornament cutout at the end of each piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132531225,"sku":"A1244","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781860"},{"product_id":"family-matters-most-christmas-bulletin-board-a1255","title":"Family Matters Most - Christmas Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cdn.tristro.net\/uploads\/ideas\/post\/Family-Matters-Most-Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Bulletin Board: Family Matters More Than Presents On Christmas\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Family-Matters-Most-Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Family Matters Most Christmas Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we {attempt to} slow down during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season, we are reminded of the blessing of our family. Invite your kiddos to reflect on the love and support they get from family members with this adorable activity and bulletin board idea from Kathleen of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/growingkinders.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/santa-and-his-reindeer.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Kinders\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePresents\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with a piece of red or green construction paper. Invite them to fold it in half and decorate the front to look like a present, using scraps of ribbon and construction paper as well as other craft materials\/embellishments - glitter glue pens, art tissue paper, craft poms, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the present, have students draw a picture of their family and pen or paste the caption, \u003cem\u003e\"This is my family. They fill my heart with love.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFamily Matters Most Christmas 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 \"Gifts and presents can make us boast, but family is what matters most!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a solid red wavy trimmer around the board, adding poinsettia flowers made from red and yellow construction paper for some visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' present crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134530073,"sku":"A1255","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Family-Matters-Most-Christmas-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"writers-eyeglasses-writing-bulletin-board-idea-a1262","title":"Writer's Eyeglasses - Writing Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3230\" title=\"Writer's-Eyeglasses\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Writers-Eyeglasses.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsphippen.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought this bulletin board design from first grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsphippen.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/writers-eye-glasses.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStarr Phippen\u003c\/a\u003e, is a great way to get your students {of any age} to pay attention to important writing elements. With each writing exercise, Mrs. Phippen encourages her students to proofread their compositions using their \"writer's eyeglasses\" (sentences start with capital letters, sentences are properly punctuated, etc.} and we think this is a fantastic way for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e teacher to develop polished, confident writers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Remember that the criteria students use to examine their work can be tailored to meet the objectives of their skill level.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWriter's Eyeglasses Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light colored bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Using Your \"Writer's Eyeglasses\"!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black polka dot border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Eyeglasses. Starr recommends making the eyeglasses out of embroidery hoops and the eyes out of black plastic bowls. Mount the finished frames at the top of the bulletin board. 2) The Criteria. Script or print the concepts you want your students to pay attention to onto poster board or card stock and arrange them around the board. If you wish, leave a space in the center of the board to display pieces of writing that embody all of the criteria {highlighting students' work throughout the 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-6562-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6211-dots-on-black-wavy-border.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDots on black wavy border\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-10256-poppin-patterns-4-dots-on-black-designer-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDots on black bulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack plastic bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed embroidery hoops {or the color of your choice}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper for criteria - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-231-super-value-white-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eposter board\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21892-dots-on-black-computer-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edots on black computer paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-16277-dots-on-black-with-stars-sm-chart.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edots on black small charts\u003c\/a\u003e, or another paper of your choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-18071-poppin-patterns-dots-designer-cut-outs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePoppin' patterns dot accents\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-15598-gumdrop-stars-accents-standard-size-variety-pack.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estar accents\u003c\/a\u003e {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-10443\/writer-s-eyeglasses\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view suggested products for this bulletin board!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136201241,"sku":"A1262","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Writers-Eyeglasses.jpg?v=1522781882"},{"product_id":"a-twist-on-conversation-hearts-valentines-day-bulletin-board-a1272","title":"A Twist on Conversation Hearts - Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3296\" title=\"Conversation-Heart-Valentine-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Conversation-Heart-Valentine-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Conversation Hearts Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theteacherwife.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile traditional conversation hearts are great, we love what second-year second-grade teacher Lindsey over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theteacherwife.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/coversation-heart.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Teacher Wife\u003c\/a\u003e did to spice them up! Instead of generic, cutesy messages, she created 'prompt' conversation hearts that allowed her students to get to know each other better! Use her idea as a fun Valentine's Day party activity, or have your kiddos complete the hearts ahead of time so that they can be displayed {perhaps in the hallway} for others to read and enjoy! The best part - Lindsey provides a {FREE} printable prompt conversation heart to make this process and design super easy! All you'll need to do is provide your kiddos with the craft supplies - glitter, glue, art tissue paper, sequins, gems, etc. - and you'll have dynamic, ready-made bulletin board decorations when decorating time rolls around!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eConversation Heart Valentine's Day 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 \"We Had A Heart-To-Heart!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid or patterned border. You might also consider a fun Valentine's Day themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect your students' completed and decorated conversation heart prompts, stringing them together on colorful lengths of ribbon or yarn, and mount them onto the bulletin board. As the board above shows, you may have to create multiple strings of hearts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137348121,"sku":"A1272","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Conversation-Heart-Valentine-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781889"},{"product_id":"get-to-the-heart-of-black-history-february-bulletin-board-a1281","title":"Get to the Heart of Black History! - February Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3357\" title=\"5484553606_7f98431d85_b\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5484553606_7f98431d85_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Writing, Valentine's Day, and Black History Month Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: flickr.com | Beth Sawyer\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're only a week and a half into February so you still have plenty of time to add this great bulletin board design from third grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mssawyersclass.shutterfly.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeth Sawyer\u003c\/a\u003e, to your classroom! It's a fabulous way to cover your bases for the Valentine's Day holiday, recognize \u003cem\u003eBlack History Month\u003c\/em\u003e, and get your students involved in the decoration\/learning process!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHeart Project\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeth had her students research famous African Americans, reading nonfiction works\/biographies, and write a summary of their life. The final drafts were penned onto heart shaped cutouts with a picture of the person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGet to the Heart of Black History\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 \"Get to the Heart of Black History!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valentine's Day themed trimmer or a complimentary solid color\/patterned trimmer. You might also create a paper heart garland to put in place of a border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' heart summaries!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734138527769,"sku":"A1281","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5484553606_7f98431d85_b.jpg?v=1522781897"},{"product_id":"the-best-of-dr-seuss-part-1-a1291","title":"The Best of Dr. Seuss - Part 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn honor of Read Across America and Dr. Seuss' birthday, we've been scouring the web for the best Dr. Seuss decorating ideas! Here's a look at what we found...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3440\" title=\"DrSeuss1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeuss1.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Read Across America Door Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: betterbulletinboards.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/betterbulletinboards.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/read-across-america.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Bulletin Boards\u003c\/a\u003e created this fabulous door display for Read Across America. We love the striped background and we know your kiddos will enjoy seeing their pictures paired with the 'Cat's hat'! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3441 \" title=\"DrSeuss2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeuss2.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Door Display and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: room-mom101.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllison Drake of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/room-mom101.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/my-many-colored-days-door-decoration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRoom Mom 101\u003c\/a\u003e featured a fun display to go along with Dr. Seuss' \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy Many Colored Days\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Invite your kiddos to explore the connection between colors and emotions then use the vibrant results to create a seuss-tastic display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3442\" title=\"DrSeuss3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeuss3-e1330363706899.jpg\" alt=\"High School or Elementary Dr Seuss Read Across America and Careers Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: missabbottswkhsblog.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMs. Abbott (in conjunction with Ms. Schwartz), inspired by Dr. Seuss' \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOh, the Places You'll Go!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, created this incredible bulletin board to feature the various opportunities available to the graduating seniors of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/missabbottswkhsblog.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/oh-places-youll-go.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWorthington Kilbourne High School\u003c\/a\u003e after earning their diploma. Along with the adorable {and intricate!} book theme, the counseling center staff displayed pictures of the different college campuses their students had applied to, visited, and\/or were looking forward to attending the following fall! [NOTE: This doesn't have to be strictly for high school students - you might also consider asking your elementary students to bring in pictures of themselves in the costume to show what they want to be when they grow up!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3444 \" title=\"DrSeuss4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeuss4.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America and Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: frontpage.wagonerps.org\/vchristy\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia Christy over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/frontpage.wagonerps.org\/vchristy\/Teacher%20Resources\/Bulletin%20Boards\/Dr%20Suess\/Dr%20Suess.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Christy's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e shared this wonderful board inspired by Seuss' \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We love the featured writing project - invite your kiddos to describe how to make green eggs and ham and, perhaps, illustrate the process! The result is a fun display that classmates, parents, and staff will love to peruse!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few of the exciting designs floating around! Be sure to visit tomorrow for some more great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140461081,"sku":"A1291","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DrSeuss1.jpg?v=1522781908"},{"product_id":"if-i-caught-a-leprechaun-st-patricks-day-display-a1295","title":"If I Caught A Leprechaun... - St. Patrick's Day Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3496\" title=\"Leprechaun-Writing-Prompt-Bulletin-Board-Idea\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Elementary Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Leprechaun-Writing-Prompt-Bulletin-Board-Ide.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kidney-garden.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cute St. Patrick's Day bulletin board from Michaele over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidney-garden.blogspot.com\/2009\/03\/pot-of-gold-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten's 3 R's\u003c\/a\u003e doubles as great writing activity for your kiddos. A bit of whimsy, a bit of writing practice, and a bit of fun all rolled into one! The prompt goes perfectly with the holiday and we know parents and peers will have a blast reading what students would do if they caught a leprechaun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSt. Patrick's Day Writing Prompt 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 \"If I Caught A Leprechaun...\" - Instead of traditional bulletin board letters, we like how Michaele created a larger version of the craftivity on which to display the writing prompt\/title. She created the cutouts from large pieces of construction paper and does a great job of explaining how she made them!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' writing prompts displayed on the cutesy rainbow\/pot of gold crafts! We love the glitter detailing on the gold coins and, should your kiddos need more space to write their answers, create flaps from the black cauldrons that can be lifted for further reading! Add shamrock, gold coins, and leprechaun cutouts around the board if needed!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe love hearing from you so be sure to leave us a comment below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141378585,"sku":"A1295","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Leprechaun-Writing-Prompt-Bulletin-Board-Ide.jpg?v=1522781914"},{"product_id":"smore-books-for-summer-camping-themed-bulletin-board-display-a1303","title":"S'more Books for Summer! - Camping Themed Bulletin Board Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3584   \" title=\"Summer-Reading-Showcase-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Summer-Reading-Showcase-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Summer Reading Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Ann Mulroe\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary Ann Mulroe, librarian at Heritage Middle School in Lansing, IL recently submitted several \u003cem\u003efantastic\u003c\/em\u003e bulletin board designs – this one included – that would add a touch of color and thematic fun to your classroom this spring and summer! We just love this adorable campfire\/s'more themed design! While originally created as a window display, we think it can be turned into a wall display with relative ease and be tailored to fit your classroom needs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nMary Ann used the display to feature the year’s Rebecca Caudill Award nominees, but you could also try one of the following ideas...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the board to display student recommendations for summer reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping with a similar theme, invite your kiddos to do a \"s'more\" book report {i.e. write a brief discussion of the characters, thematic events, symbols, etc. on the graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow cutouts}, arranging the finished products on the bulletin board for their classmates to peruse - \"S'more Great Books!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive your classroom helpers board a summer 'face-lift', displaying the various job titles on the graham cracker\/chocolate cutouts and assigning duties by adding marshmallow cutouts that have student names scripted on them - \"S'more Fantastic Helpers!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few ideas - there are obviously many more applications for this bulletin board - it just depends on what your needs are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eS'more Books for Summer Bulletin Board Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light colored bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"S'more Books for Summer!\" - or another title that fits your needs. We love how Mary Ann replaced all of the o's in the title with cutesy marshmallow cutouts to go along with the theme!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The S'mores. Here's how Mary Ann created the accents...\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The s'mores are made with clipart of chococlate and graham crackers [printed onto card stock and] glued to cardboard, and soft white craft foam for the marshmallows.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2) The Campfire. Cover paper towel rolls with brown tissue paper or bulletin board paper to create three-dimensional logs for the fire. To add a more realistic feel, use a brown or black marker to add bark detailing on the logs and arrange them in a 'pile' at the bottom of the bulletin board. Add 'flames' using red, orange, and yellow tissue paper. When put together, the overall 3D effect is pretty cool!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3587 \" title=\"Summer-Reading-Showcase-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Summer-Reading-Showcase-2.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Summer Reading Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Ann Mulroe\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142525465,"sku":"A1303","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Summer-Reading-Showcase-1.jpg?v=1522781921"},{"product_id":"we-heart-the-earth-elementary-earth-day-bulletin-board-a1308","title":"We Heart The Earth - Elementary Earth Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3654\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Earth Day and Spring Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarth day is April 22nd and we're super excited to be able to share this fabulous bulletin board idea with you {before the fact!}. It was submitted to us by Teri, second grade teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/skipping-ahead-and-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e, and we thought it would make a fantastic activity and decorative addition for any early childhood classroom! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eI {heart} the Earth by...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get into the spirit of Earth Day, Teri shared some literature with her kiddos then had them brainstorm various ways they, as individuals and as a class, could help {or heart!} the earth - creating the adorable anchor chart below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3653 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Anchor-Chart.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Elementary Lesson Plan and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the ideas fresh in their minds, Teri then had her students write their own 'pledge' to the Earth, completing the prompt, \"I heart the Earth by...\" and designing a heart-shaped Earth cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe {Heart} The Earth 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 \"We {Heart} Earth!\" - We love how Teri created the title of the board using both words and symbols! Simply cut a large heart cutout from 12\" x 12\" red glitter scrapbook paper and create the 3D Earth cutout by cutting a large circle from white bulletin board paper, using green and blue craft paint to decorate it, and attach it to the board with bits of crumpled paper or art tissue paper behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbow or recycling trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The title adds a great focal point and your students' crafts\/writing prompts will complete the display!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143705113,"sku":"A1308","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781928"},{"product_id":"we-can-help-the-earth-earth-day-bulletin-board-a1309","title":"We Can Help The Earth... - Earth Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3660\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lorax-Earth-Day.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day and Dr. Seuss Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: applesandabcs.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're so excited to be able to share with you a bulletin board that was submitted by the super talented Michelle Baldwin of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/lorax.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e! Perfect for your Seuss unit or Earth Day, this display was inspired by Seuss's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lorax\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and brings just the right mix of color and learning to the classroom! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Lorax, Truffula Trees, and Writing, OH MY!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos will have a blast creating the various elements for the bulletin board! First, invite them to create a Lorax from orange and yellow construction paper and, drawing from your classroom discussion, script a way they can help save the Earth onto their character cutout. [NOTE: Be sure to visit Apples and ABC's to see the adorable Truffula tree graphic organizer Michelle created\/used for the discussion!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, because we love the photo elements Michelle included, have your kiddos create Lorax mustache props {using yellow construction paper and craft sticks} and take a picture of the whole group in front of the bulletin board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eI Can Help Save The Earth... Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"I Can Help Save The Earth By...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful pattern border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Truffula trees. 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Use your kiddos' crafts\/writing prompts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143967257,"sku":"A1309","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Lorax-Earth-Day.jpg?v=1522781930"},{"product_id":"april-showers-bringmud-spring-bulletin-board-a1311","title":"April Showers Bring...MUD! - Spring Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3682\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/April-Showers-Bring-MUD.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Kindergarten Poetry Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsgoffskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought this bulletin board submission from Lyn Goff of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsgoffskinders.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Mud\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Goff's Pre-K Tales\u003c\/a\u003e was just perfect for the season! If you're taking down your Easter decorations, consider adding this fun activity and display to your spring lesson plans\/decor...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMud Activity \u0026amp; Poem\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know Lyn's kiddos had to be beside themselves with glee when they realized the were actually going to be making and playing with mud! What a fun sensory experience - all you need is a little water and dirt! I'm sure the activity prompted some fabulous descriptions when Lyn invited her students to brainstorm a list of adjectives to describe the mud. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter brainstorming a list of adjectives, Lyn had her kiddos use their favorites to create a poem. They used the words {i.e. smooshy, brown, wet, etc.} to fill in the blanks...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003eMud, mud, I like mud.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e __________ mud,\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e __________ mud,\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e __________, __________,\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e __________ mud.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e I like mud!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a finishing touch, they drew a picture of themselves playing in the mud, mounted the illustrated poems onto brown construction paper and used them to decorate the bulletin board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eApril Showers Bring...MUD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two-thirds of the board with sky blue bulletin board paper, adding green background paper to the bottom third (fringed at the top to look like grass).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"April Showers Bring...MUD!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or colorful patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut large clouds from white bulletin board paper, adding these to the top of the board, and carry on the \"April showers\" theme with rain drops cut from light blue construction paper. Using brown bulletin board paper, create a \"mud puddle\" cutout to place in the grass. Decorate the rest of the bulletin board with your kiddos' illustrated mud poems!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Lyn added on to the mud theme in a cute way using a Shel Silverstein poem. She had her kiddos create \"muddy footprints\", arranging them so that they led from the mud poems to a bathtub cutout, added photos of her students to the tub and printed this poem on the side...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThere are too many kids in this tub.\nThere are too many elbows to scrub.\nI just washed a knee,\nWhose could it be?\nThere are too many kids in this tub.\n--Shel Silverstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsn't that a cute extension? If you have space, we think it's a fun way to incorporate more poetry into your exploration of mud!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144360473,"sku":"A1311","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/April-Showers-Bring-MUD.jpg?v=1522781932"},{"product_id":"old-macdonald-had-a-farm-summer-bulletin-board-idea-a1316","title":"Old MacDonald Had A Farm... - Summer Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3714\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Farm-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten Farm Unit Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: applesandabcs.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this adorable farm bulletin board designed by kindergarten teacher, Michelle Griffo, over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/cow-and-pig-craft-first-item-for-sale.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e! Pairing a writing exercise with a cutesy animal craft, this colorful board will brighten up \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood learning space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFarm Bulletin Board Idea\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful pattern border or farm themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Barn. Cut a large rectangle, triangle, and trapezoid from red bulletin board paper. Assemble the pieces to create the barn, adding the door detailing with 1-inch strips of white bulletin board paper and hay lofts with sky blue background paper and yellow construction paper. 2) The Cows \u0026amp; Pigs. Michelle offers the templates for the cow and pig crafts at her TpT store - isn't that great! Along with the templates, you'll need white, pink, green, and brown construction paper, pink and black ink pads, circle sponges, pink chenille stems, and white card stock. Your kiddos will have a blast making these crafts and writing about what they've learned!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145409049,"sku":"A1316","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Farm-BBI.jpg?v=1522781939"},{"product_id":"this-year-flew-by-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1340","title":"This Year Flew By... - End-of-the-Year Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3913\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/This-Year-Flew-By.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten and Elementary End of the Year Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ruth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuth, one of our talented readers, recently submitted several of her fantastic bulletin board designs from this past school year, including this cute kite themed end-of-the-year bulletin board. We love the colorful kites and the fact that this design was paired with a fun writing activity - inviting students to reminisce about the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"This Year Flew By...\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Violet bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This Year Flew By...But We Remember!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and white solid or patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut kite shapes from construction paper or fun patterned scrapbook paper in assorted colors, adding ribbon for the tails. Invite your students to script their memories of the school year onto a piece of white paper cut into the shape of a kite, then mount it onto one of the colorful kite cutouts. Arrange the kites around the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149799961,"sku":"A1340","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/This-Year-Flew-By.jpg?v=1522781965"},{"product_id":"were-antsy-for-third-grade-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1341","title":"We're Antsy For Third Grade! - End-of-the-Year Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3919\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Antsy-for-Third-Grade.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary End of the Year Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Caitlin Lehberger, Pinterest.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow fun is this picnic themed end-of-the-year bulletin board designed by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/68720562336\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCaitlin Lehberger\u003c\/a\u003e?! We think it's a great way to help students look forward into the next school year - writing what they're most excited to learn about or what they're looking forward to as they move up to the next level. {We especially love the \"I want to learn times tables!\" ant!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe're Antsy for Third Grade!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic picnic tablecloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We're Antsy for ____________ [Third Grade, etc.]!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid black wavy trimmer or complimentary colored\/themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create an cutouts from black construction paper, inviting students to write their sentiments onto them with white chalk or paint pens. 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While you can certainly attempt to create your own, if you love the look or don't have time to make your own, be sure to visit All Students Can Shine for the information. Then, all you'll need is some construction paper, scissors, and glue...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the adorable crafts, Valerie invites her kiddos to think about what it takes to be a team player - i.e. characteristics, what their actions look like, etc. After brainstorming, she has them complete writing prompts about how they can be a team player in the classroom environment. These are then attached to the Olympian crafts and displayed on a bulletin board as a reminder!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe Are TEAM Players!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Are TEAM Players!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or patriotic themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' crafts and writing prompts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd be sure to visit All Students Can Shine for the craft template and other goodies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153011225,"sku":"A1359","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Olympics-Teamwork-Activity.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"product_id":"were-flying-to-2nd-grade-angry-birds-inspired-back-to-school-board-a1420","title":"We're Flying To 2nd Grade! - Angry Birds Inspired Back-To-School Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4516\" alt=\"Angry Birds Inspired Elementary Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Angry-Birds.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Stephanie Butterfield\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fresh idea for back to school? Check out this fun Angry Birds themed display from Stephanie of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.buttersfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/end-of-year-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Butterfield's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! Featuring characters students are bound to recognize (with a  three-dimensional sling shot made from recycled paper rolls that is super cool!), we know this bulletin board is sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe're Flying to 2nd Grade!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the entire board with blue bulletin board paper. Cover the bottom third of the board with a strip of green bulletin board paper, using scissors to shape the top edge to look like grass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"We're Flying to 2nd Grade!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary colored trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Sling Shot. Paint recycled paper rolls with brown craft paint, then cut to size and assemble. For the finishing touch, tie a piece of string to the top two pieces. 2) The Block Tower. Provide each of your new kiddos with an index card, inviting them to use the space to complete the prompt, \"In second grade, I want to learn...\", \"In second grade, I'm most excited to...\", or another such variation. 'Frame' the index cards with brown construction paper and use the newly created 'blocks' to build a tower. 3) The Characters. Stephanie created the pigs, but let her kiddos use construction paper to create the birds. For the pigs, we suggest simply cutting the shapes from green bulletin board paper, attaching them to the board with a bit of paper\/tissue paper stuffing to create a three-dimensional effect, then using green, black, and white construction paper to create the face details. For the birds, Stephanie pre-cut the body shapes from construction paper in the appropriate colors, then provided students with scrap construction paper to decorate their individual cutouts. While her students had likely seen the characters, Stephanie refreshed their memories by projecting pictures of the birds to help them design their characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734157991961,"sku":"A1420","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Angry-Birds.jpg?v=1522782015"},{"product_id":"the-write-stuff-back-to-school-writing-bulletin-board-a1438","title":"The Write Stuff! - Back-To-School Writing Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4600\" alt=\"Back To School Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-write-stuff.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Michele Nelson\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubmitted by second grade teacher, Michele Nelson, of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/missnelsonsgotthecamera.blogspot.com.au\/2012\/09\/help-giveaway.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRun! Miss Nelson's Got the Camera\u003c\/a\u003e, this back-to-school display not only provides an eye-catching decoration for the classroom, it's also a great way to help incoming students put their best foot forward in their new learning environment. Created using adorable end-of-the-year pictures of former second grade students and their handwritten advice on 'what a second grader needs to be successful', we know your new students will have a ball reading each note and gleaning little bits of wisdom from those who have tackled and 'survived' second grade! [Not to mention, isn't the word play pretty darn cute?!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Write Stuff\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The Write Stuff!\" - We love how Michele set the title apart, adding a printed background to make the lettering pop! The color scheme goes really great with her bee theme, too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and white bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The 3D Pencil. We don't sew, so the only way we would know how to recreate this cute element is with construction paper and printed scrapbook paper! Freehand the shape or find a clip art image to enlarge and trace, creating the main part of the pencil from gold\/yellow polka dot scrapbook paper, the sharpened end from tan construction paper, and the eraser from gray and pink construction paper. Once assembled, use a black permanent marker to add the lead tip and the 'ridges' on the gray eraser connector. 2) The Writing Prompts. Michele had her kiddos create 'backpack' pockets from patterned scrapbook paper {a large rounded rectangle with a medium rounded rectangle glued across the bottom half of it}, sliding their completed writing projects into the pocket. A thick piece of ribbon glued to the top of the backpack provided Michele with a way to clip the backpacks along the clothesline. Pencil accents with student names printed on them and printed pictures mounted on patterned scrapbook paper were used to identify which student had written each of the letters. [NOTE: The clothesline effect works well when displaying the prompts in a hallway setting. If you plan to add these to an actual bulletin board, you might simply opt to stick the backpack prompts directly to the board.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734158876697,"sku":"A1438","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/the-write-stuff.jpg?v=1522782020"},{"product_id":"kindergarten-is-a-hoot-fall-bulletin-board-a1444","title":"Kindergarten Is A Hoot! - Fall Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4624\" title=\"Kinder-is-a-Hoot\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kinder-is-a-Hoot.jpg\" alt=\"Owl Themed Back To School and Fall Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: applesandabcs.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just love all the cute owl decorations we've been finding around the web! Here's an adorable and colorful design from Michelle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/kindergarten-was-hoot-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e. The hand-crafted owl accents {created by her students} are vibrant and unique. Since Michelle's original design was used at the \u003cem\u003eend\u003c\/em\u003e of the year, rather than the beginning, she paired the craft with student reflections about the year, specifically 11 memory journal entries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf using this design at the beginning of the year, since owls have been commonly been thought to represent wisdom, you might have your new students draw upon their previous experience to write about one trait each student must possess in order to contribute in a successful learning environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKindergarten Is A Hoot!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"______________ [Kindergarten, Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203, etc.] Is A Hoot!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dots on chocolate bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Cut a trunk and branches from brown bulletin board paper, attaching it to the center of the bulletin board. Add leaves cut from various shades of green construction paper - you can choose to freehand the leaves or simply download a template, print, and cut. 2) The Owls. Use your kiddos' owl crafts! If you want to recreate the crafts from the original board, Michelle offers the template at her Teachers Pay Teachers site. Provide your students with colored card stock and have them assemble an accent for the board. As an alternative, you might also find a printable template online {like this one at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunflowerstorytime.com\/2011\/03\/22\/owls\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunflower Storytime\u003c\/a\u003e or this one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/classroomcompulsion.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/owls-owls-everywhere.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Compulsion\u003c\/a\u003e} or purchase pre-made owl cutouts from your favorite teacher store!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159106073,"sku":"A1444","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kinder-is-a-Hoot.jpg?v=1522782021"},{"product_id":"10-great-election-themed-bulletin-board-ideas-a1517","title":"10 Great Election Themed Bulletin Board Ideas","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-5262\" alt=\"Social Studies and Election Day Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/electionwriting.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.scholastic.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've featured several great election themed bulletin board ideas this week! However, if you're still looking for a unique design to use this election season, Meghan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.scholastic.com\/teachers\/top-teaching\/2012\/10\/presidential-election-kids-election-lessons-and-bulletin-boards\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScholastic\u003c\/a\u003e has compiled a fabulous list of election themed activities and boards that are sure to be a great addition to your classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur favorite? It's hard to choose just one! We love the \"If I Were President...\" narrative writing activity and board {pictured above} and we also think Ms. Miller's idea for teaching her third graders that there are always two sides to every argument is a great option for election time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full article - including lots of great pictures and ideas for bringing the 2012 election to your classroom - be sure to visit Scholastic!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734164348953,"sku":"A1517","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/electionwriting.jpg?v=1522782053"},{"product_id":"freedom-is-veterans-day-writing-prompt-and-wall-mural-a1527","title":"Freedom Is... - Veterans Day Writing Prompt and Wall Mural","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-5511\" title=\"Freedom-Is-Mural\" alt=\"Patriotic Veterans Day and Memorial Day Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Freedom-Is-Mural.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: greensborodailyphoto.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for Veterans Day, this writing prompt and mural we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.greensborodailyphoto.com\/2009\/11\/freedom-is.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreensboro Daily Photo\u003c\/a\u003e {created by the students at Greensboro Elementary} will get your students thinking about freedom - what it is, what it looks like in everyday life, why we're grateful to have the freedoms we do, and the men and women who defend those freedoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWriting and drawing out their thoughts on what freedom is onto squares of white card stock, the teachers at Greensboro Elementary mounted their students' reflections onto blue construction paper and turned them into a quilt\/mural to honor the veterans of their community, and it looks phenomenal!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734165725209,"sku":"A1527","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Freedom-Is-Mural.jpg?v=1522782062"},{"product_id":"the-first-thanksgiving-thanksgiving-writing-bulletin-board-a1529","title":"The First Thanksgiving - Thanksgiving Writing Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5546\" title=\"The-First-Thanksgiving\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-First-Thanksgiving.jpg\" alt=\"Early Childhood Thanksgiving Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: saylorslog.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always fun to get students in on classroom decorating and we think these adorable writing craftivities from Kim over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/saylorslog.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/thanksgiving-anyone.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSaylor's Log\u003c\/a\u003e are just the ticket for Thanksgiving! Not to mention, the handmade Indian corn border is sweet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe First Thanksgiving!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the bulletin board with light blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eWe suggest a Thanksgiving quote! For example,\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"He who thanks but with the lips\nThanks but in part;\nThe full, the true Thanksgiving\nComes from the heart.\"\n~J.A. Shedd\u003c\/p\u003e\nUse word processing software or personal cutting machine to create a sign or small bulletin board letters to compose the quote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a Thanksgiving themed trimmer to the top and sides of the board. Create your own border on the bottom; fringing green bulletin board paper and adding colorful Indian corn crafts {see craft resource list below}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Squanto \u0026amp; Pilgrim Writing Craftivities. Kim provided her kiddos with construction paper and character templates, inviting them to trace, cut, and assemble the various pieces to create Native American and pilgrim cutouts. Reflecting upon what they had learned abut the first Thanksgiving, her first grade students composed responses to the writing prompts, \"How did Squanto help the pilgrims?\" and \"How were pilgrim boys\/girls different from me?\", and glued them to their construction paper characters. Arrange these characters on the board, alternating Native American cutouts and pilgrim boys\/girls. 2) The Indian Corn. There are so many fun and colorful Indian corn crafts! We love the button Indian corn from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/fall\/button-indian-corn.asp\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e and the beautiful finger paint Indian corn from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/christiangamesandcrafts.com\/items\/view\/241\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChristian Games and Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e. There's also tissue paper corn from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.freekidscrafts.com\/tissue_paper_indian_corn-e566.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFree Kids Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e, actual dried bean corn from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/thanksgiving\/bean-indian-corn.asp\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e, and construction paper\/art tissue paper mosaic corn from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sixtysecondparent.com\/profiles\/blogs\/indian-corn-mosaic-craft-for-preschool-and-kindergarten\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSixty Second Parent\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734166085657,"sku":"A1529","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-First-Thanksgiving.jpg?v=1522782064"},{"product_id":"reindeer-games-6-bulletin-boards-for-christmas-a1589","title":"Reindeer Games - 6 Bulletin Boards for Christmas!","description":"\u003cp\u003eReindeer make an adorable theme for Christmas and, when you can add in some extra writing practice to go along with a brilliant bulletin board creation, it's double fun! Check out how these early childhood educators incorporated the lovable Christmas characters into their holiday lessons and decor...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-6026 \" alt=\"Reindeer Themed Christmas and Winter Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-How-To-Be-A-Good-Reindeer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow To Be A Good Reindeer.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rudolph is taking a vacation! But, before he goes, he needs to leave a note for his replacement, describing what it takes to be a good reindeer. The clever kiddos of Susan Moran's first grade class completed this adorable writing prompt and we think it would make a lovely bulletin board for the holidays! Head on over to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/12\/holiday-scratch-n-sniff-reindeer-writing.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThank God It's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e for the full prompt and a link to purchase Susan's writing craftivity template!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6027\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-If-I-Were-A-Reindeer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeprincess.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf I were a reindeer...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Terri, first grade teacher and blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeprincess.blogspot.com\/2012\/12\/reindeer-games.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Princess\u003c\/a\u003e, had her kiddos imagine that they were a reindeer - what they would do, where they would go, who their friends would be, etc. - and complete an adorable craftivity for their hallway bulletin board. It turned out super festive and fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6028\" alt=\"Reindeer Themed Winter and Christmas Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-Applications.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Rudolph, we want your job!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e As a fun winter writing craftivity, Jessica over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/reindeer-and-grinch.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome to Room 36\u003c\/a\u003e had her kinders complete reindeer applications, telling Santa why they would make a good addition to his sleigh team!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-6029 \" alt=\"Reindeer Themed Writing Craftivity and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-If-You-Give-A-Reindeer-A-Root-Beer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com | facebook.com\/elementaryschoolbulletinboards\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you give a reindeer a root beer...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e How cute is this prompt?! In the style of Laura Joffe Numeroff's \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf You Give a Mouse a Cookie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, students create their own cause\/effect stories, detailing what would happen if you gave a reindeer a root beer! Created by Sarah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/reindeer-games.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grader at Last\u003c\/a\u003e, we included a picture of the completed bulletin board done by another talented third grade teacher who submitted the design to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=424042530998798\u0026amp;set=a.390977217638663.90106.191045194298534\u0026amp;type=1\u0026amp;theater\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Board Ideas for Elementary School Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6031\" alt=\"Reindeer Writing and Christmas Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-All-About-Reindeer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: castlesandcrayons.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll About Reindeer...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Have your kiddos record what they've learned about these lovable Christmas characters by coupling a little nonfiction writing with some reindeer crafting for your bulletin board! Kelli's board matches her theme, but you could always create a similar design using Christmas themed scrapbook paper and a catchy Christmas-inspired title! {Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/castlesandcrayons.blogspot.com\/2012\/12\/festive-photos.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCastles and Crayons\u003c\/a\u003e!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6030\" alt=\"Reindeer Christmas Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reindeer-Joy-To-The-World.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: talesfromanopenbook.wordpress.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eJoy To The World!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e While this bulletin board doesn't include a fun writing prompt, we thought it was pretty darn cute and would make a fun addition to your reindeer theme! Who can resist those adorable little singing reindeer?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe hope these inspire some brilliant reindeer decorations! Happy holidays!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171754521,"sku":"A1589","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Reindeer-How-To-Be-A-Good-Reindeer.jpg?v=1522782099"},{"product_id":"soaring-to-new-heights-in-2013-new-years-bulletin-board-a1595","title":"Soaring To New Heights in 2013! - New Years Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-6106\" alt=\"New Years Writing Activity and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Soaring-To-New-Heights-in-2013.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eIf you're looking for a quick and colorful board for the new year, check out this hot air balloon themed design! The positive message reminds your students that the sky's the limit and we think it would be great if you paired it with a goal setting activity for the the new year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoals for 2013\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-6105   \" alt=\"New Years Writing Activity, Craft, and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hot-Air-Balloon-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample hot air balloon craftivity\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your students to reflect on what they did well in the first half of the year as well as take a look at areas where they might need improvement. Reading comprehension. Turning in homework on time. Whatever it might be, have your students write down two or three specific things they'd like to work on the last half of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo display their new goals for 2013, have your students complete a hot air balloon craftivity. We linked to a fun template that we created for a previous post {you can find the full feature here --\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/products\/up-up-and-away-summer-bulletin-board-idea-a1167\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUp, Up and Away! | Summer Bulletin Board Idea\u003c\/a\u003e}. Our only suggestion would be to use the template to create miniature booklets where, when folded along the side or top, the balloon serves as the cover and the inside can be used to display student goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSoaring To New Heights in 2013!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Violet background paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Soaring To New Heights in 2013!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Display your students' hot air balloon crafts and their goals for the last half of the school year!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172377113,"sku":"A1595","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Soaring-To-New-Heights-in-2013.jpg?v=1522782103"},{"product_id":"100-reasons-why-100th-day-valentines-day-bulletin-board-a1602","title":"100 Reasons Why... - 100th Day \u0026 Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6226\" alt=\"100th Day of School and Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/blog100thingswelove.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: wardswayofteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. Ward, first grade teacher and blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wardswayofteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/i-heart-u-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWards Way of Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e, created this adorable bulletin board that could {awesomely!} double as both a 100th day and Valentine's Day decoration - in the event you're interested in getting extra mileage out of your hard work, of course! A great exercise for building community and starting the year off on a positive note, invite your students to work together to come up with one hundred reasons why they love their school, their grade, and their class. 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As a class project, each student was invited to research and write a short paper on a famous African American to share with their classmates. A great learning exercise and fantastic way to build research and writing skills, this exercise also offers a unique opportunity for learning - i.e. \u003cem\u003estudents\u003c\/em\u003e preparing and presenting the material instead of you! Did we mention that this design also doubles as a Valentine's Day display? A brilliant way to get more mileage out of the design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAfrican Americans Close To Our Hearts!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"African Americans Close To Our Hearts!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valentine's Day trimmer or complimentary solid\/patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrange photographs and your students' papers around the board. If you desire, mount the research papers onto colored construction paper to create a border and pop of color. 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Not to mention, it's a great writing exercise too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Love You Right Up...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting off with Sam McBratney's classic children's book, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuess How Much I Love You\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, students were invited to think about someone that they love very much and write about why. The prompts were then added to the board and given a festive flair!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003e...To The Moon And Back!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e How fun is the green zebra stripe?! If you want a similar effect, you might consider a traditional black zebra print background paper, finding a colored zebra print sheet set and using the flat sheet to cover the board, or purchasing a colored zebra print plastic tablecloth. 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Doubling as a gorgeous and colorful design for the holiday, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/33706697181240574\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJenna Long\u003c\/a\u003e also used this fun bulletin board as an opportunity for her second graders to show off how hard they've been working to reach their goals!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSetting Goals and Working Hard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side of the rainbow, Jenna posted the specific goal her kiddos were working on and a brief description\/example. In this case, she selected the goal, \"\u003cem\u003eWrite for different purposes and to a specific audience or person\u003c\/em\u003e\". Jenna then provided her second graders with strips of colored paper and had them write a short piece for the bulletin board {practicing the posted standards, of course!}, then arranged the pieces end to end to create the rainbow! 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A colorful and fun way to herald in the new season, we love that Jaime incorporated both math and writing lessons into her display for spring. Not to mention, as her students completed their umbrella glyphs and answered questions about spring, she was able to get to know her kiddos a little bit better!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: While you can certainly come up with your own glyph questions and writing prompts, tailoring the board and lessons to fit your learning goals, Jaime actually sells her umbrella glyph unit at her Teachers Pay Teachers store - complete with craft templates and writing sheets! 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Fill white and gray plastic grocery bags with tissue paper, attaching the printed side to the door, or simply scrunch white and gray tissue paper to create the rain clouds. Add blue rain drop cutouts beneath the cluster of clouds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734179651609,"sku":"A1640","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spring-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg?v=1522782145"},{"product_id":"i-am-special-spring-bulletin-board-idea-a1677","title":"I Am Special! - Spring Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-7039\" alt=\"Spring Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Im-Special-Because-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: stepintosecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a huge fan of Amy Lemons, second grade teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/stepintosecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/08\/sunflower-freebie-lessontemplates-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStep into 2nd Grade with Mrs. Lemons\u003c\/a\u003e. She's has such a fun, creative, and colorful personality that seems to flow into everything she does - lesson plans, bulletin boards, family life, you name it! We're certain her second graders love learning in the vibrant and engaging classroom environment she has created and, while we could probably feature \u003cem\u003eeverything\u003c\/em\u003e from her blog, we found this sunflower bulletin board (originally created for the fall season) that we thought, with a minor tweak, might make a great addition to your spring decor! You've probably already guessed the minor tweak - since sunflowers bloom in the fall months, create \"spring\" flowers by simply printing the template onto colored paper in pinks, oranges, and other spring hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe're envisioning something like this board from \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.daniellesplace.com\/html\/bulletinboards.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDanielle's Place\u003c\/a\u003e! Click the link and scroll down to the vibrant \"His Love Is So Bright...\" bulletin board display!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eI Am Special!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exercise could be especially fun if you've already done the sunflower board at the beginning of the year. It gives an opportunity to see how your kiddos have changed and grown throughout the school year, hopefully, allowing them to identify new traits and qualities they've cultivated during the school year that make them special. Not to mention, it's a great confidence booster! While compliments and accolades from others are very important, there is also great value in being able to look at yourself and articulate, as well as celebrate, the things that make you unique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-7038\" alt=\"Spring Writing Craft for Kids and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Im-Special-Because-BBI-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: stepintosecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply provide your kiddos with the petal cutouts and invite them to write a sentence or phrase on each that explains why they are special\/unique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eI Am Special!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green or blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"I Am Special!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a colorful flower garden using your kiddos' flower writing craftivities! You might consider adding green construction paper leaves, stems, etc. to the cutouts to give a little depth, or maybe even a few colorful creepy crawlies scattered around the blooms, but this is up to you!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734182141977,"sku":"A1677","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Im-Special-Because-BBI.jpg?v=1522782160"},{"product_id":"give-a-hoot-dont-pollute-earth-day-bulletin-board-a1686","title":"Give A Hoot, Don't Pollute! - Earth Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-7128 \" alt=\"Earth Day Writing Activity and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Give-A-Hoot-Dont-Pollute-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: the-learningtree.blogspot.com.au\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this utterly adorable writing craftivity and bulletin board idea over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/the-learningtree.blogspot.com.au\/2012\/04\/give-hoot.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Learning Tree\u003c\/a\u003e and thought, since next Monday is Earth Day, if you were looking for a fun lesson\/display, this would make a wonderful addition to your plans! The owls offer a cutesy and cheerful theme to help you finish out the year, and the writing prompt is a great way to get your kiddos thinking about their part in taking care of the Earth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGive A Hoot... Don't Pollute!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to creating the display, there is a lot of inspiration floating around out there on Pinterest and in the blogosphere! We envision something similar to one of these fabulous displays...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-7129 aligncenter\" alt=\"Owl Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Bulletin-Board-Idea-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/66428163223226056\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTraci Kiros\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7130\" alt=\"Owl Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Bulletin-Board-Idea-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e{Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/missloviecreations.blogspot.com\/2012\/08\/owl-bulletin-board-and-scallop-bunting.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMiss Lovie\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7131\" alt=\"Owl Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Owl-Bulletin-Board-Idea-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e{Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/kindergarten-was-hoot-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur only suggestion\/addition; since it's for Earth Day and you'll likely be discussing pollution, recycling, and other topics, you might consider using recycled newsprint to cover your bulletin, painting it with a coat (or two!) of watered down blue craft paint to create the 'sky'! It offers a fun mixed-media appearance and shows first-hand how every day items can be repurposed!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183419929,"sku":"A1686","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Give-A-Hoot-Dont-Pollute-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782168"},{"product_id":"whooo-cares-about-the-earth-earth-day-bulletin-board-a1687","title":"Whooo Cares About the Earth? - Earth Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-7136\" alt=\"Earth Day Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Whooo-Cares-About-The-Earth-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: flutteringthroughfirstgrade.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to yesterday's featured display, here's another take on an owl themed bulletin board for Earth Day! Designed by the creative teaching duo, Christy and Tammy, of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flutteringthroughfirstgrade.com\/2013\/04\/earth-day-hooters.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFluttering Through First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e, we love how the board combines writing and crafting for a fun (mostly) kid-created display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a closer look at the adorable craftivity. Aren't those cupcake liner eyes adorable?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-7137\" alt=\"Earth Day Writing Craftivity and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Whooo-Cares-About-The-Earth-Writing-Craftivity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: flutteringthroughfirstgrade.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of Earth Day, Christy and Tammy had their kiddos write about the things they do (or would like to do) to help the Earth - recycle, plant trees\/flowers, conserve resources, etc. The best part is these lovely ladies provide the craftivity template for free over at their Teachers Pay Teachers store so all you'll have to do is throw up some blue background paper, scrunch and shape brown bulletin board paper to create a tree, and add a colorful border and title!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183518233,"sku":"A1687","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Whooo-Cares-About-The-Earth-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782169"},{"product_id":"earth-day-superheroes-earth-day-bulletin-board-a1689","title":"Earth Day Superheroes! - Earth Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-7148\" alt=\"Earth Day Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Superhero-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: buzzingaboutsecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappy Earth Day!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute are these Earth Day superheroes from Dawn Lue Pann over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/buzzingaboutsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/calling-all-earth-day-superheros.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBuzzing About Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e?! While we should be aware of the importance of taking care of our planet each and every day, Earth Day provides a wonderful opportunity to get your kiddos excited about doing their part. We're sure they'll have a blast taking the role of 'superhero for the Earth' - discovering how important the Earth's resources are and exploring how they can 'save the day'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Superheroes!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Can Save The Earth!\", \"Earth Day Superheroes!\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid color trimmer, complimentary patterned bulletin board border, or Earth Day trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your kiddos use construction paper to create superheroes, attaching their writing prompts to their newly created characters. Be sure to visit Buzzing About Second Grade for a closer look at the adorable writing prompts and for a link to Mrs. D. Lue Pann's storefront at Teachers Notebook where she sells the templates!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183682073,"sku":"A1689","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Superhero-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782169"},{"product_id":"dive-into-summer-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1697","title":"Dive Into Summer! - End of the Year Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-7197 \" alt=\"End of the Year Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dive-Into-Summer-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: shenanigansinsecond.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always impressed with the fun and colorful activities Hope King, second grade teacher and blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shenanigansinsecond.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/end-of-year-madnessnew-units.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e2nd Grade Shenanigans\u003c\/a\u003e,  comes up with! As the school year comes to a close, we were drawn to her awesome end of the year writing bundle - and her fabulous ocean themed writing craftivity that is sure to make a 'sea'sational bulletin board display! {Seriously, how cute are the goggles and snorkel?!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDive Into Summer!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Dive Into Summer!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful complimentary trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' writing craftivities! The light brown and blue construction paper 'ocean' background, the vibrant ocean themed writing paper, and the cutesy photo 'divers' - Hope sells the activity directions, brainstorming papers, and writing paper at her TpT store. Isn't that great?! Be sure to check it out! To complete the design, you might consider adding seaweed shapes along the bottom and\/or ocean animal cutouts in blank spaces!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734184861721,"sku":"A1697","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dive-Into-Summer-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg?v=1522782176"},{"product_id":"this-year-was-a-blast-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1698","title":"This Year Was A BLAST! - End of the Year Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-7202\" alt=\"Space Themed End of the Year Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/space-image.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: applesandabcs.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to end of the school year bulletin boards, colorful and kid-created is the name of the game! Michelle, talented kindergarten teacher over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/end-of-year-bulletin-board-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e, decided to use her kiddos' adorable space themed writing\/reflection craftivities to create an out of this world display. We thought it added a lovely pop of color to her classroom and offered a fun connection to the end of the year space themed memory books crafted and sent home with each student!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThis Year Was A BLAST!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the bulletin board with dark blue background paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This Year Was A BLAST!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space themed bulletin board trimmer or complimentary multi-colored bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' rocket ship crafts! Michelle provides the ship template in her awesome end of the year writing pack (at her TpT store), so all you'll need is some colorful construction paper to print the images on, then have your kiddos cut and assemble!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734185091097,"sku":"A1698","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/space-image.jpg?v=1522782178"},{"product_id":"thats-a-wrap-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1704","title":"That's A Wrap! - End of the Year Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-7271\" alt=\"End of the Year Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/End-of-the-Year-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: andrewrachelashmore.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you're probably trying to keep decorating to a minimum as the school year comes to a close, it's always nice to have \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e color on the walls! If you're looking for a simple, fun, and mostly kid-created bulletin board to get you through the rest of the year, check out this adorable display created by Rachel of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/andrewrachelashmore.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/end-of-school-year-bulletin-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Small-Town Idaho Life\u003c\/a\u003e. Created as a way to display student writing selections - specifically notes and advice to upcoming students - the colorful candies and witty title are a cutesy addition that is sure to get the bulletin board noticed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThat's A Wrap!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"That's A Wrap!\" - Rachel also added a subheading to let readers know what to expect from the student prompts - i.e. \"Wrapping up the school year with advice from outgoing third graders...\" We think this is a nice touch!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Writing Prompts. Most of the board will be filled with your kiddos writing prompts, whether you have them write about their favorite part of the school year, what they're looking forward to next year, or as Rachel did, offer advice to incoming students. We love that Rachel created a themed writing paper for students to write on and actually, if you visit her blog, you'll find a FREE download of the notepaper if you're interested! 2) The Title Decor. We love that Rachel set the title apart from the rest of the board using simple touches - a strip of red background paper across the top to accent the title and a small banner to feature the main message, \"That's A Wrap!\" 3) The Candy Accents. To accentuate the theme, create three-dimensional candies using paper plates, craft paint, and cellophane! The colors are sure to pop against the background and, as Rachel remarked, the candies will make the theme more obvious to readers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734185746457,"sku":"A1704","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/End-of-the-Year-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782182"},{"product_id":"we-all-have-different-strengths-superhero-writing-display-a1735","title":"We All Have Different Strengths... - Superhero Writing Display","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7596\" alt=\"Back To School Superhero Writing Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Superhero-Writing-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nNot only will this superhero themed board provide color for your classroom walls, it also offers a great opportunity for your new students assess their strengths and weaknesses, celebrate their differences, and build upon learned writing skills. Not to mention, when done at the beginning of the school year, it's a great way for you to assess where your students are as writers! Paired with the superhero craftivity, we know your students will have a blast with this activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA closer look at the writing prompt...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-7598\" alt=\"Superhero Writing Prompt and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Superhero-Writing-Preview.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like superheroes, we all have different strengths! As you head into the new school year, invite your new students to assess what they bring to the classroom community - their strengths and weaknesses - and write about one of their strengths. We created a simple writing prompt for students to fill in, then suggest attaching the prompts to colorful background paper before arranging on the bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-7599\" alt=\"Superhero Bulletin Board Accents\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mrsp1142a_660x230.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrspancake.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, we found these awesome downloadable superhero doodads over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrspancake.com\/index.php\/doodads\/show_one_doodad\/photo-face_superhero\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Pancake\u003c\/a\u003e that students can use to 'superhero-ize' themselves - i.e. add a photo of themselves to a superhero body to make themselves into a superhero! These make fun additions to the writing prompts and bulletin board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe All Have Different Strengths...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We All Have Different Strengths...\" - We used Fontry's free Avengeance font from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fontspace.com\/the-fontry\/avengeance\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFontSpace\u003c\/a\u003e to create custom lettering for the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned bulletin board borders. 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The wrinkled heart and the hands-on demonstration that invites your kiddos to try to straighten the creases and wrinkles is a powerful visual that gets to the heart of the matter - our words have the power to hurt others and they can have a lasting effect. Therefore we have a great responsibility to choose our words carefully!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the demonstration, invite students to personally connect with the lesson by pledging to be part of the solution - adding a band aid to the wrinkled heart and writing how they plan to help in the fight against bullying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e...It's Hard To Fix A Wrinkled Heart!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the poem,\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBefore you speak\nThink and be smart.\nIt's hard to fix\nA Wrinkled Heart!\n--Author Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\nWe liked the idea of setting the poem apart from the rest of the board with a simple heart cutout created from red or magenta bulletin board paper!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary multi-colored bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' heart craftivities! 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