Time to learn about Thanksgiving and why we share a day with family and friends to give thanks. Since most students today have little concept of travel to our country in the early days, I like to show them what the Mayflower looked like. We talk about the sails and why wind was so … Continue reading The Mayflower Sails Again!
Here is a fun and simple Thanksgiving craft idea that only requires a few supplies. Kids will have so much fun making them in class or you can print the directions for them to make at home. Materials: Styrofoam cups, one for each place card Black paint Paintbrush Black, yellow, and white construction paper Pencil … Continue reading Thanksgiving Craft for Kids: Pilgrim Hat Place Cards
Here is another spectacular bulletin board idea from Brenda. This one is great for Halloween. I love how Brenda used lime polka dot border trim to make the traditional Halloween colors stand out. And look closely. Caught in the web are the students’ spiders with numeral 8’s for bodies, and of course, 8 legs. The … Continue reading “Bulletin Board Brenda” Strikes Again
Need some ideas for a Fall bulletin board? Take a look. I sent my pre-k teacher friend Brenda an assortment of decorative items and within 2 weeks, I had a treasure trove of ideas to share with you. She just can’t stop—does she sleep? Her classroom is amazing and the halls around it are, too! … Continue reading “Bulletin Board Brenda” Has Been Busy!