The time of winter offers the perfect chance to transform your class into a winter wonderland. A snowman theme bulletin board is a prime method to motivate the students and usher in the spirit of holidays.
A snowman bulletin board is the most traditional fun, creativity, and community, either when applied for original displays or while showing their students’ work. Now let’s dive into some creative strategies that will have your students out there singing, “Want to build a snowman?”
The Magic of Snowmen: A Seasonal Staple
A wintertime classic that isn’t limited to the holidays are snowmen. They are neutral enough to liven up your classroom from January to March, yet festive enough for December. They even work for Valentine’s Day if you add some hearts! A snowman bulletin board works well in almost any classroom, whether you’re teaching preschoolers or high school students.
Fun Fact: In Bethel, Maine, the biggest snowman ever constructed was 122 feet tall. Consider making a bulletin board out of that!
Crafting a Snowman Bulletin Board: Ideas and Themes
1. Classic Snowman Charm
Start with a top hat, a carrot nose, and three white circles. Voila! Now add some black dots for buttons and eyes. Your snowman is ready to decorate the hallway.
Provide opportunities for student involvement by asking students to craft their own snowman accessories, such as gloves, earmuffs, or scarves. This adds personality and individuality to each snowman.
2. “Cold Hands, Warm Hearts”
Set up a display of snowmen holding hearts with a student’s name or a sweet, short note a student wrote to another in the class. This is great for promoting a sense of community and joy.
Pro Tip: To give your hearts some shine and sparkle, use foil hearts or glittery paper!
3. “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”
Use this well-loved line to channel your inner Frozen. Give students snowman cutouts so they can put their own Frosty masterpieces together. If you play the music while they’re working, you’ll get extra points!
4. “It’s Snow Secret…”
Make this humorous statement the title of your board and use snowballs to embellish it with the names or accomplishments of your students. This is a great way to commemorate accomplishments, such as reading objectives or class assignments.
5. “There’s Snowplace Like Our Class”
Add snowmen carrying signs with interesting facts about each student to emphasize the distinctive atmosphere of your class. “Loves pizza,” one might say, while another exclaims, “Future astronaut!”
Pop Culture Sprinkle: Kids will love dressing up a snowman as Frozen’s Olaf!
Beyond Snowmen: Snow Globe Bulletin Boards
Snow globe bulletin boards are a great activity if you want to add even more winter crafts to your repertoire.
Plastic Plate Snow Globes
Have the children make a snowy picture inside clear plastic plates that will serve as the “glass.” Add a touch of magic with a little bit of fake snow. Display their story on the board through combining this activity with a writing challenge such as “If I lived in a snow globe.”
“Shake It Up This Year”
This theme is great for a New Year’s party. To encourage students to have a positive new year, fill snow globes with motivational sayings or resolutions.
DIY Snowman Door Displays
Snowmen are a definite way to make an impression at schools that have door-decorating competitions.
1. “Pre-K is Snow Much Fun!”
Using blue paper as a backdrop, place a huge snowman encircled by student creations on the door. Younger grades can benefit from this upbeat exhibition.
2. “Chillin’ with My Snowmies”
This amusing expression is a fantastic way to inject fun. Make snowmen “snowmies” by adding sunglasses, headphones, and other stylish accessories.
More Winter-Themed Bulletin Boards
Consider alternative winter-themed activities to keep your classroom lively and entertaining if snowmen aren’t enough.
“Baby, It’s Cold Outside”
Make a board with mittens, scarves, and snowflakes using this timeless phrase. To give them a unique touch, students can embellish their own paper mittens.
“Oh Deer! Winter is Here”
Combine adorable cutouts of reindeer with snowflakes. The post-holiday season is a perfect time for this quirky theme.
Make It Interactive
Do you want to maintain students’ interest? Put something interactive on your bulletin board:
- Question Corner: Provide a space where kids can respond to inquiries such as “What would you name a snowman?” or “What is your favorite winter memory?”
- Poll It Up: Ask students to cast their votes on enjoyable winter subjects, such as their favorite snow day activity or the greatest hot cocoa flavor.
Snowman Stories: A Real-Life Example
A Colorado teacher once created a snowman photo booth out of her bulletin board. She made a huge snowman with a head cutout and allowed students to snap photos of it peering out. It gained popularity on social media and even encouraged parents to partake.
She remarked, “A snowman is a memory waiting to happen—it’s more than just a decoration.”
Did You Know?
At least since the Middle Ages, snowmen have existed! The Book of Hours, a collection of images, has the first known snowman, which was created around 1380. Talk about a custom that endures!
Final Touches: Pro Tips
- Use Recyclables: Turn leftover wrapping paper into scarves or bottle tops into buttons.
- Keep It Simple: Not all boards require a lot of detail. Simple designs with strong colors and straight lines can sometimes have the greatest impact.
- Think Long-Term: Select designs that don’t require frequent upgrades and can be effortlessly transitioned during the winter months.
Your Turn!
It’s time to make your ideas a reality now that you have so many of them. Which bulletin board featuring a snowman will you try first? Show off your work on social media or with loved ones. Use the hashtag #SnowmanBulletinBoard in your photos to encourage others and join in on the icy fun!
Please forward this article to other educators or crafters if you enjoyed these suggestions. This winter, let’s be the most inventive one yet!