Classroom Decor

This is my first post here on Endless Pinabilities, so first I want to say hello and thank Tanja for letting me share my Pinterest addiction in this space. I'm Heather, and I blog about my classroom and all things teaching over at The Wild Rumpus:

I'm an official Pinterest junkie, and this began last summer when I was looking for ideas to freshen up my classroom space.  I thought that I would share some of my favorite inspirational pins about classroom decor to kick off the New Year.  First, these globes just make me smile.  Even though the fire marshall would die if I ever did this, it reminded me that ambiance, both at home and in the classroom, is important:

Speaking of the fire marshall, this pin was super helpful and is pinned all over the place:

Next up, this organization and loveliness helped me to get the clutter out of the way.  Even though my space is not even close to this pretty, I still aspire:

This is something I've been dying to pull together as well.  Maybe I'll find the time soon:

This book club organization is pretty nice as well:

Next up, my door.  This pin inspired me to be a little more creative with my door decor.  I've had 2 different ones this year so far, and I'm ruminating upon what's next right now:

Finally, this pin led me down the path of a) my own classroom color scheme do-over and b) my obsession with Dollar Tree.  Oh, those baskets...

Here they are in my room:

I'm sure I'll find myself sucked into the black hole of new lovely classroom pins that make me want to do a complete re-do next summer, but for now, these are my faves! Thanks for looking.

Back to School, Back to School...to Prove to Dad I'm Not a Fool!

Hey yall! Natalie here :)

Who doesn't love Billy Madison, right? Hehe!

Alright, are you guys ready to party???

So I'm here today to share some of my favorite Back to School pins for you. I mean, this was the best homework assignment EVER!

In no particular order, here are some of my favorite pins to get us busy teachers out of our shorts and flipflops and back into waking up at 5am...

Amy Lemons via Cara Carroll

Okay, so this is not a new idea by any means. But I just LOVE the cute little words she added using her Cameo! I most definitely have added this little gizmo to my wishlist :)

Ginger Watkins via Hadar Maor

These are a MUST for the primary grades that are still learning to tell time. And these cute little ones are zebra striped! Adorable!

Holly via Me

So we all probably say some version of this rhyme with our littles. Personally, I always used the "...and you don't pitch a fit!" Living in the south, 'get' and 'fit' rhyme just perfectly :)

However, I love Holly's version so much more! And these are free, my friends!

Simply Creative Insanity via Destiny Ashe

I saw these last year and am dying to make them! Perfect back to school treat for the littles to give during Meet the Teacher night!

Lasty, and I say that begrudgingly because I could go on forever, we all need a perfect first day of school outfit, right?

This would be amazing...

Polyvore via Amy Ballard 

I especially love the red shoes!!!

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And gooooood luck on your first day back, friends!

Pinspired classroom creations!

I've been busy getting some pinspirations off my to do list as school is just around the corner! I've had some of these on  the list for awhile and was so happy with the way they turned out!

First up............

Source: mrsestblog.blogspot.com via Amy on Pinterest

and here's mine

 I uploaded it to vistaprint and ordered it on a lawn sign so it will be extra sturdy!

Next up......

Source: grade2happenings.blogspot.com via Amy on Pinterest

Loved this and had to have one.....so here it is.....

 

and I've also been admiring this great way to keep names on the cafe board....

Source: 4.bp.blogspot.com via Amy on Pinterest

Do you see the round magnetic boards used for the names to go on??? I love that idea, no sticky notes flying around, getting lost, so here's what I came up with..

 

I made them from hot plates bought at the dollar store (click on the picture to come over to my blog and read more about them if you want to know how they were made!) I love finding so many wonderful ideas and being able to recreate them!!!

 

Classroom Decor

Hi everyone! My name is Anita Bremer, and I have been teaching Kindergarten in Ontario, Canada for the past 9 years. I am excited to be an author here at Endless Pinabilities!



I love getting classroom ideas from Pinterest, and one of my favourite topics has been classroom decor. I am loving the subway art especially- some would look great on the classroom wall, while others would be perfect framed on the teacher's desk. And the best part is, most are downloadable & free!

For example, here is the sign I posted on my classroom door:

teacherfeature.tumblr.com via pinterest

JUST KIDDING!

It is actually tucked away in my planner.

Here are some classroom signs that I've been loving on Pinterest:

modernfamiliesmessykids.com via pinterest

Play matters in Kindergarten!

iloveitallwithmonikawright.blogspot.com via pinterest

Such a cute alphabet:

preciousperks.blogspot.com via pinterest

tatertotsandjello.blogspot.com via pinterest

Classroom Rules:

technologyrocksseriously.blogspot.com via pinterest

Community building in the classroom:

flickr.com via pinterest

technologyrocksseriously.blogspot.com via pinterest

I have this one hanging on my classroom door.

No, really, it's there!

eighteen25.blogspot.com via pinterest

from simplesisterblog.blogspot.com via pinterest

I got the idea of "wordling" the names of my students from Pinterest & hung that on my door too.

Hope you find a little inspiration here that will give you ideas for decorating your classroom this fall.

I need to go out & get some frames for these.

And some printer ink too.

You can find my Pinterest board here.

Find out more about me & my Kindergarten class at

Can I mention I am having a giveaway? I want you to win a pocket chart!

Crayon Wreath Tutorial

Hey yall! Natalie here :)

I wanted to share a post with you guys that I orignally wrote for April. I thought you guys might enjoy it, too!

How many of you have pinned the crayon wreaths?

It was one of the first things I pinned, and I desparately wanted to make one! So....I did!

It was really easy. Here are the materials needed:

*Crayons (I used a 64 pack of Crayolas)

*Hot glue

*2 different sized embroidery hoops. I can't remember the exact sizes I bought, but it doesn't really matter. You just need 2 different sized hoops, where one can fit inside the other.

*Ribbon

*Scissors
*White acrylic paint
*Paintbrush
*Wood letters
*Assorted colors acrylic paint

Ready for these easy steps???

1. Put the smaller hoop inside the larger hoop. Keep the spacing the same all the way around the hoop. I painted both of my hoops white, but you could definitely keep it the natural wood color.

2. Arrange the crayons on the hoop...have fun with it! I put mine all with the label facing up and did all the colors, but you could totally just pick your favorite colors or do some type of pattern.

3. Start gluing! Glue one crayon at a time, so that you can keep your spacing somewhat even. Also, don't use too much glue, or it will just melt the wax.

4. Wrap the ribbon around a couple of crayons at the top and glue.

5. Paint the wooden letters however you like, and glue them on.

Simple, right? I made these as gifts for a couple of teachers, and I love the way they turned out!

I used letters to represent their last names, and I found those little wooden apple cutouts at Hobby Lobby. I just painted them, then wrote their names inside with a sharpie.

Hope you guys are inspired to go make your own! I probably spent less than $20 on the materials for all 3 wreaths, so it was pretty inexpensive to make!

When you get a second, come on over and check out my blog :)

When will Pinterest be recognized by spellcheck?

Hi! I'm Beth Ann from Taming My Flock of Firsties.

Thanks to Tanja for coming up with this brilliant idea for sharing and letting us work out our addiction!! :)

I am a first grade teacher for the fifth time. I say that because I was hired at my old elementary school to take over for my 6th grade teacher for a year. Kind of weird. It gets a little stranger because everything I was suppose to teach was everything she taught me. I even found some of my stuff. :)

Then we moved, had a few kids, got my masters, and tried to get back into teaching. I was hired as a 2nd grade teacher (I interviewed for a Reading Specialist). After two years I was bumped down into 1st grade. Another three years and I was promoted to 4th. (I thought they thought I was smarter that 1st grade :)) I finally got to make my own decision after two years in 4th. I chose to go down to 1st. This is my second year here again. Ahhhh. That is my teaching story.

I found this on Pinterest...no really!!! I couldn't find the source so I apologize.

Here are some of my obsessions:

Apparently I have to get my School Board in order. I thought I had a handle on it. :)

I think I may have a problem. I have pinned this about five times! I love her stuff!

Owl theme next year for school!!!

Well, I can't wait to share and learn from everyone else. I am really excited about this blog!