Thursday 26 December 2013

Editable Resources

Sparklebox has heaps of editable resources which I have used for some of my classroom games, activities and wall displays.

They have banners, certificates, posters, borders, flashcards, labels and games to edit. 
The following are some of my news day displays over the past couple of years:

HOT AIR BALLOONS:


TRAINS:


Ice Blocks

Yum! Kindergarten made ice blocks from cordial for our 'Exploring Water' unit!
The kids loved mixing the two liquids, freezing them and eating them.



Thursday 19 December 2013

Personalised Keyrings

We made these keyrings for Christmas gifts for someone significant in our lives:





Have Fun Teaching

FYI -
This is a great resource site, with fantastic songs for kids:



Tree Ornaments

My Bible Studies class enjoyed making these simple hanging tree ornaments using coloured paddlepop sticks, jewels, glue and string!



Thursday 12 December 2013

You're a MINT to work with!

Wrap some mints up for that special teacher or as a Kris Kringle gift!

 







Onomatopoeia

Onomatopoeia grammar lessons can be fun when students have to create artwork to demonstrate their new understanding:


Friday 6 December 2013

Bubble Blowers

Using pipecleaners, my students created some interesting bubble blowers for our 'Investigating Water' unit:



Symmetry

Using 3D puff paint, my students created these symmetrical butterflies for their life cycle unit:

Step 1: Fold cardboard and squeeze paint onto one side.


Step 2: Fold cardboard and spread paint outwards.


Step 3: Open, wait to dry. Cut out shapes and display!