What is a Classroom Color Scheme?

A classroom color scheme is an arrangement or combination of colors that are used in a learning environment.

Why Use a Classroom Color Palette?

A classroom color scheme is a great choice for a number of reasons. First, it gives your classroom an organized, cohesive look. Whether you stick to one color or incorporate a few, having some kind of theme makes everything look more put together.

Second of all, a color scheme looks great paired with any other classroom theme (tropical, mermaid, mountains, etc). This allows you to add more color to your classroom and prevent it from becoming too theme based.

Finally, you can choose a color scheme based on the items that are already in your room. For example, if you have a lot of blue storage items, you might want to use a blue color scheme to bring the whole room together. However, if your room is very plain, a color scheme is great way to bright things up.

How Do I Choose a Classroom Color Palette?

Selecting a color palette for your classroom is easy! Here are a few things you might want to consider that will help you choose.

• What is my favorite color?
• Are there any colors that are already present in my classroom?
• Are there any colors that I want to highlight that are already present in my room?
• What color or colors would look good with my current classroom theme?
• What feeling do I want to have in my classroom?

5 Ways to Implement a Classroom Color Palette

Below are 5 ways you can implement a cohesive color palette in your classroom.

• Select bulletin board backgrounds with your color scheme.
• Use bulletin board trim that matches or compliments your color scheme.
• Find storage or spray paint storage so it matches your color scheme.
• Add decorations throughout that use your color scheme (posters, signs, etc.).
• Use labels that have your color scheme on them.

10+ Color Ideas for a Classroom Color Scheme

Check out the classroom color schemes below, which are available individually as well as part of my classroom decor collection!

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Themes to Pair Your Brown Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a brown theme.

Classroom Themes

Classroom Color Schemes

• blue classroom theme
• green classroom theme

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Brown Classroom Decor Theme Bundle

The brown classroom theme bundle includes BOTH the original version (shown below) and the newly updated version (shown above). In the newer version, we made the entire bundle 100% editable so not only can you customize it with your students’ names and details specific to your classroom, you can now translate EVERYTHING into other languages too. This has long been a request from teachers of ELLs and immersion classrooms. Both versions are available in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection.

Organization Items

• Desk Nameplates (three different versions)
• Multi-Use Labels (use for folders, baskets, cubbies, lockers, storage containers, shelves, and more)
• Basket Labels (three large labels that are great for larger baskets, dishpans, tubs, boxes, and more)
• Number Tags (round number tags that can be used as student labels, library labels, etc.)
• Table Numbers (round labels for student tables, desks, teams, etc.)
• Supply Labels (rectangular labels for student supplies, teacher supplies or teacher toolbox)
• Days of the Week Labels (use to organize your photocopies and other prepped materials)
• Paper Organization Labels (copy, grade and file labels to organize papers in drawers)
• Teacher Binder Cover (multipurpose binder cover that can be used for lesson plans, grade books, RTI, running records, student communication binders, and more)
• Classroom Newsletter (classroom newsletter template to send home updates to families)

Management Items

• Dismissal Chart (printable transportation images that help make dismissal organized)
• Where Are We Chart (labels that take the guess work out of visitors and school staff finding you and your students when you are not in the classroom)
• Birthday Chart (one-page printable birthday chart that you can post on a wall in your classroom or keep in your binder for quick and easy reference)
• Behavior Management (three positive behavior management tools: an individual incentive chart, whole class reward system, and positive notes home stationary)
• Job Chart (job chart header and circle labels of student jobs)
• Daily Schedule (analog and digital clocks and twelve pages of schedule cards)
• Pencil Signs (labels for sharp and dull pencil containers)
• Hand Signals Poster (editable poster with images of hand signals)
• Restroom and Nurse Passes (student restroom and clinic passes)

Literacy Items

• Alphabet Cards (alphabet posters including a version with picture cues)
• Word Wall Set (word wall header, letter headers, and a template for word cards)
• Color Words Reference Chart (color chart highlighting 9 of the most common colors)
• Thematic Writing Paper (intermediate and primary printer-friendly writing paper)
• Reading Logs (intermediate and primary reading log for students)
• Bookmarks (thematic bookmarks for students)

Math Items

• Calendar Set (month, day, and number cards)
• School Day Tracker (chart & digit cards to track the number of school days and practice place value)
• Clock Labels (increments of 5 starting at :00 and ending at :55 with word clues)
• Weather Chart (with weather cards, temperature cards, and season cards)
• Days of the Week Chart (days of the week and sequencing cards)
• Tooth Tally Chart (track how many teeth your class loses during the school year)
• 100 and 120 Number Charts (student number charts including a 100 chart and a 120 chart)
• Ten Frames (ten frame posters representing numbers 1-20)
• 2D Shape Posters (posters identifying common 2D shapes)
• 3D Shape Posters (posters identifying common 3D shapes)
• Angles Posters (posters identifying acute, obtuse and right angles)
• Computation Key Word Posters (to help students identify the appropriate computation)
• Fraction Posters (posters with shapes and the written form of 1/1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6 and 1/8)
• Lines Posters (posters with images of parallel, intersecting. and perpendicular lines)
• Number Forms Posters (identifying standard form, expanded form, base ten form, and word form)
• Properties of Multiplication (zero property, associative property, commutative property, identity property, and distributive property)
• Money Charts (U.S./Australian/Canada coins and their value)

Decorative Items

• Growth Mindset Posters (inspirational growth mindset posters)
• Positive Self Talk Posters (posters with examples of positive self talk)
• Welcome Signs and Banner (welcome banner and welcome signs for grades PREK-6th)
• Pennant Banner (a variety of printable pennants to decorate the classroom)
• Bulletin Board Accents (to create a custom distance learning background)
• Printable Bulletin Board Trim (to outline your online teaching backdrop)

In closing, we hope you found these brown classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Construction Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some construction theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Construction Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Black, yellow, or blue butcher paper can be used as a bulletin board background. You can use old blueprints for a background too. If you choose to use fabric as your bulletin board background, simple colors like black, yellow and blue provide a nice backdrop.

Construction Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• construction caution tape
• small plastic construction vehicle toys
• small plastic construction hats
• black duck tape
• measuring tape
• mini clipboards, paper, and pencils

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Construction Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• “Hard Hats Needed… Great Minds Being Built”
• “Learning Zone”
• “Kidstruction”
• “Learning in Progress”
• “Building a Brighter Future”
• “Working Hard in __ Grade”
• “Reading Zone”
• “Our Construction Crew”
• “Building Up Character”
• “Beginner Blueprints for Reading”
• “Building a Foundation for Learning”
• “Kids at Work”
• “Caution: Thinking Cap Required”

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7 Ideas for a Construction Themed Classroom

1. Create seating from the 5 gallon buckets at Home Depot.
2. Use paint cans to hold student supplies and pencils.
3. Take pictures of your students wearing hard hats to create a display or use to label cubbies or lockers.
4. Label your schedule as “Today’s Blueprint.”
5. Refer to all areas as “zones.”
6. Make an extra table or shelving to hold buckets to collect student work by using a board and construction horses.
7. A low-cost way to enhance your Construction theme is to set up a display of books that relate to the theme by standing them on a counter or shelf.

Themes to Pair Your Construction Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a construction theme.

• bee classroom theme decor
• yellow and black color scheme decor bundles

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Construction Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Construction Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Construction Theme Only

Construction Themed Classroom Pictures

The construction classroom theme bundle includes BOTH the original version (shown below) and the newly updated version (shown above). In the newer version, we used all new clipart which includes much more diverse characters. Also, we made the entire bundle 100% editable so not only can you customize it with your students’ names and details specific to your classroom, you can now translate EVERYTHING into other languages too. This has long been a request from teachers of ELLs and immersion classrooms. Both versions are available in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection.

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Construction Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these construction classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free construction planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Jungle Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some jungle theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Jungle Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Brown, black, tan, green, or blue butcher paper can be used as a bulletin board background. You can use animal prints for a background too. If you choose to use fabric as your bulletin board background, simple colors like black, brown, tan, green, and blue provide a nice backdrop.

Jungle Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• leaves
• faux greenery
• fake vines
• small plastic animal figures

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Jungle Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• “Welcome to __ GRRRRRade”
• “Born to be Wild” for a birthday bulletin board
• “Get Ready for a Wild Year”
• “Welcome to the Jungle”
• “Explore __ Grade”
• “We are Wild about __ Grade”
• “Learning is an Adventure”

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10 Ideas for a Jungle Themed Classroom

1. Use animal print fabrics for bulletin board backgrounds.
2. Outline your bulletin boards with fake vines and greenery.
3. Balance the animal prints with complementary neutral colors like tans and greens.
4. Use animal print Duct Tape as borders, to line shelves, and wrap around boxes and cans to create storage that matches your Jungle Safari theme.
5. Title your birthday board with “Born to Be Wild!”
6. Create a welcome bulletin board that reads, “Welcome to __ GRRRRRade.”
7. Take photos of your students wearing a tan vest and safari hat. Use the photos as a display or as labels in the classroom.
8. Refer to your Guided Math Teams or Reading Groups as different animal names such as giraffes, lions, elephants, etc.
9. Place stuffed animals around the classroom as decorations.
10. A low-cost way to enhance your Jungle theme is to set up a display of books that relate to the theme by standing them on a counter or shelf.

Themes to Pair Your Jungle Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a jungle theme.

• around the world classroom theme decor
• monkey classroom theme decor
• travel classroom theme decor
• green, blue, and brown color scheme decor bundles

Get Access to All 60+ Class Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Jungle Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Jungle Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Jungle Theme Only

Jungle Themed Classroom Pictures

In closing, we hope you found these jungle classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free jungle planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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This blog post will answer the following questions:

• What is the classroom decor collection?
• What is included in the elementary classroom decor collection?
• Why do I need the classroom decor collection?
• Where can I learn more about the classroom decor collection?
• Where can I buy the classroom decor collection?
• How do I log in if I am already a member?
• Grab the free classroom decor guide!

What is the Classroom Decor Collection?

The Clutter-Free Classroom Elementary Classroom Decor Collection is a classroom set up and decorating resource for teachers in grades 1-5. Kindergarten and middle school teachers have also found this resource collection helpful. Read below to learn what is included in this comprehensive resource.

What is Included in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection?

The Clutter-Free Classroom Elementary Classroom Decor Collection includes 58 classroom themes and 10 classroom color schemes. Each of the themes and color schemes include the following printable and digital resources:

• Nameplates
• Multi-Use Labels
• Basket Labels
• Number Tags
• Team or Table Signs
• Supply Labels
• Days of the Week Labels
• Paper Organization Labels
• Teacher Binder
• Home and School Communication
• Dismissal Chart
• Where are we Chart
• Birthday Chart
• Passes
• Behavior Management
• Pencil Signs
• Classroom Job Chart
• Daily Schedule
• Hand Signals
• Number Charts
• Alphabet Cards
• Word Wall
• Color Words Reference Chart
• Thematic Writing Paper
• Reading Resources
• Calendar
• Telling Time Clock Labels
• Weather and Seasons Chart
• Days of the Week
• Lost Teeth Tally Chart
• School Day Tracker
• Ten Frames
• Growth Mindset Posters
• Welcome Banner and Signs
• Pennant Banner
• Thematic Paper
• Decorative Accents
• Google Headers
• Teaching Slides
• Printable Banner

Details about Decor Collection Materials

Here is more information about the materials included in the decor collection:

Nameplates

Nameplates are traditionally placed on a student’s desk or at their place at a table to mark their seat. They are also commonly placed on the back of students’ chairs. While they certainly can be used for their original purpose, you could also use them as labels for student cubbies, take home bags, folders, or library book boxes, as well as to identify the contents of cabinets, bins, and dishpans.

If you are not using the editable version, you can still customize them by writing in student names (or inviting them to do it). Some teachers also like to print address labels with each student’s name and attach them to the white space on the nameplate.

Each classroom theme bundle contains three different versions of the nameplates so you can choose which ones work best for you.

Multi-Use Labels

As the name suggests, there are so many ways you can use these labels. For example, they make great name tags for the first week of school, field trips, or to leave for substitute teachers throughout the school year. In these cases, you may consider inserting them into a lanyard or a plastic pouch with a safety pin attached so they remain in good condition for the whole school year.

They can also be used for labeling folders, baskets, cubbies, lockers, storage containers, shelves, and more. In these cases, you may consider using tape, velcro, magnets, or a hole punch and string.

Each bundle contains a page with eight multi-use labels on it.

Basket Labels

These printables are especially useful for labeling larger baskets, dishpans, tubs, boxes and more. If you don’t currently have storage containers, check out your local dollar store (e.g. Dollar Tree) for cheap, colorful options to help you organize your classroom supplies.

Every one of the classroom themes in the decor collection contains a page with three basket labels on it.

Number Tags

It can be extremely helpful to assign a number to each student. This makes it easier to label supplies, papers, and other items and also allows you to take attendance quickly during fire drills, assemblies, and field trips.

I designed these round number tags to use in my classroom to label things that typically needed to be relabeled year to year (e.g. cubbies, lockers, and mailboxes). Using a number system instead of students’ names saves a lot of time. 

In addition to being used as labels, these number tags can be used to track student progress with assignments and center choices by sliding them into pocket charts.

Number tags can also be useful when it is necessary to randomly pick students. You can do this by placing the tags into a cup and drawing one number at a time. This system can be useful for tasks like taking turns, calling on students, and selecting special helpers.

Each theme package contains number tags for numbers 1-36, so you’ll be able to use them even if you have a large class size this year or in the future.

Team or Table Signs

There are several ways to display these table numbers. One way is to hang them from the ceiling. This can be done by mounting two printouts back to back, punching a hole in the top and suspending them from ceiling tiles or lights with fishing line.

A second option for hanging them is to mount the table numbers onto decorative items such as hanging flowers or pompoms.

They can also be displayed in the center of the table using table tents, metal stands (like the kind designed for weddings), table caddies, or pencil cups.

Be sure to check your school’s policy and fire code before moving forward with either of the first two ideas.

Each package of classroom decor contains ten labels in numerical form.

Supply Labels

It’s important to designate a space for everything in your classroom. It’s equally important to label where everything goes. This allows students to put things away independently which promotes responsibility and keeps your classroom looking neat and organized.

To use these supply labels, simply print out the entire set and cut them apart. Next, attach the labels to your choice of container (e.g. plastic shoe boxes, bins, buckets, drawers, and cubbies).

Each theme bundle includes 2 pages of supply labels.

Days Of The Week Labels

Use the Days of the Week cards to get organized with your photocopies and other prepped materials.

They fit perfectly on an ice cube bin (sold at stores like Walmart and Target). They would also work with magazine sorters.

Print the labels and attach a label to each bin.

After making photocopies and prepping other materials, place them into the appropriate bin. For added organization, use folders for each subject area. This method allows you to easily move things around as needed.

Every classroom theme bundle in the decor collection includes 2 pages of larger labels and a one-page printable with 6 smaller labels on it.

Paper Organization Labels

As an elementary teacher, you know that the papers in your classroom can quickly get out of control if you don’t have a solid organization system in place. These labels can help!

These three labels fit perfectly on clear Sterilite plastic drawers (or ones that are similar) that can hold 8 1/2 x 11 papers. Print them out and tape them on your drawers so you can clearly see the words on each label.

Each package of classroom decor includes a one-page sheet with three labels: copy, grade, and file.

Teacher Binder

These multipurpose binder covers can be used for lesson plans, grade books, RtI, running records, student communication binders, and more.

Because there are so many options for using this product, there is no text on the binder covers. If you are not using the editable version and still want to customize your binder, simply center your text in the font and style you desire in a word processing document. Then, run a printed copy of the binder cover through the printer to add the text to it.

Alternatively, you could get creative and customize your cover “scrapbook-style” by using stickers, photos, and memorabilia. Since the page was designed to be slid into a clear view binder, the elements you add will be protected.

Every classroom theme bundle in the decor collection includes three binder covers and 2 in-binder spine labels.

Home and School Communication

It is important to keep parents informed about what your students are working on at school! Use this classroom newsletter template to send home updates on the happenings in your classroom.

To use the template: Use any word processing program to type your letter. Print the template. Run that printed paper through the printer when printing your letter.

Alternatively, there is an editable version available in this packet that can be edited, saved, printed or emailed to families as a PDF.

Each classroom theme includes a one-page newsletter template.

Dismissal Chart

So much time and planning goes into the school day that those final moments often get overlooked. Much like the transitions throughout the day, students crave downtime and the freedom to move around after putting in a long day of learning. This brings the potential for chaos at a time when it is very important the teacher is focused to ensure that each child is dismissed to the right location. These “how we get home” printables help make dismissal organized and keep your students safe.

There are a few ways to create the chart. The most popular method is to attach each of the circles to a ribbon. Write each student’s name on a pinch-style clothespin and attach it to the card. I suggest mounting these cards onto card stock and laminating them for durability if you plan to do this. You may need to adjust your printer setting to a smaller % to print smaller cards.

A second option is to use the cards as headers on a dry erase board and write the childrens’ names below.

A third option is to create a grid with the days of the week listed down the side and each of your dismissal options along the top. Write each student’s name in the correct box to show how they go home daily.

Every thematic bundle in the decor collection contains 4 pages of printables that include 8 circular cards labeled with options for how students may get home.

Where Are We Chart

Use this chart to help visitors easily find you and your students when you are not in the classroom.

This display can be created several different ways. One way is to print and mount the circles around a round pizza pan and use a magnet to show your location.

A second way is to print and laminate the cards. Punch a hole in the top of each. Thread the cards onto a metal ring. Attach a hook to your classroom door or wall. You can purchase magnetic hooks which would attach to most door frames.

A third way is to print and then attach the cards to cardboard covered in decorative paper. Use a clothespin pinched on the side to show where the class can be found.

Each package of decor includes 3 printable pages with 6 labels on each page.

Birthday Chart

Birthdays are a BIG DEAL to young kids. This birthday chart is one of many ways you can make each of your students feel special!

Post this birthday chart in a place that is easy for you and your students to reference to ensure that you never miss a birthday!

Keep in mind that not all students celebrate birthdays. If you have a student who doesn’t celebrate, you may want to discuss the situation with administration before proceeding with plans to celebrate other birthdays in the classroom. Every classroom theme bundle includes a one-page printable birthday chart that you can post on a wall in your classroom or keep in your binder for quick and easy reference.

Passes

Even if your school doesn’t require students to carry passes when walking in the hall, you will still find these printables to be useful for classroom management.

Consider displaying the passes where they are visible from around the room. Let students know that they may use the restroom if the pass is available. This will ensure that only one boy or girl is in the bathroom at a time.

When a child leaves to use the bathroom, they can place the pass at their seat. This will provide you with an easy method to see when a student is out of the room.

If you are going to use the pass in a traditional manner, you may want to consider using a lanyard that the students can hang around their neck to reduce the spread of germs. Each thematic bundle includes 2 restroom passes and 1 nurse pass.

Behavior Management

Build community and establish good relationships with your students’ families by building a positive classroom culture using these three behavior management tools.

The first one is an individual behavior chart that can be placed on students’ desks or on a classroom wall. Students earn checks, stickers, smiley faces or hole punches for positive behavior.

The second one is a whole class behavior system where the class works together to build a paper chain that reaches the floor. Students earn links for compliments and positive behavior. This can be posted in an area that is visible to all students.

The third one is a way to communicate positive behavior with families. Simply write a note about something specific a student did that day that demonstrated positive behavior and send it home with the child.

Pencil Signs

Pencils can be the root of many distractions. Kids wander the classroom to sharpen them, or worse, they intentionally break the tip as an excuse to wander the classroom pretending to need to sharpen them.

Instead of letting everyone sharpen their own pencil, consider making it a classroom job. Keep two cups in the classroom – one for pencils that need sharpening and one filled with sharpened pencils. The student assigned to pencil sharpening can sharpen the pencils at the end of each day.

When setting up your dual pencil cup system or similar system, print the labels and tape them to the cups or other containers of your choosing. To ensure that they last for a long time, you may want to have them laminated.

Each classroom bundle includes two types of pencil signs you can choose from.

Classroom Job Chart

Implementing classroom jobs helps create a community where everyone is an important part of helping the classroom run smoothly. It also teaches students about responsibility.

Do not change jobs too often. The classroom runs most efficiently when the students know their responsibilities and performing them becomes routine.

One way to create a job chart is to use library pockets. Write the students’ names onto index cards. To use this method, print the job cards and attach them to the front of a library pocket. Library pockets can be purchased at teacher supply stores or on Amazon. They come in many different colors and prints.

Another way to create a job chart is to place the job cards into a pocket chart with the students’ names written on card stock.

A third way is to hot glue pinch-style clothespins onto a board. Label each with a student’s name or number. This works best with numbers so you do not need to recreate them each year. Use the clothespin to pinch the card that shows the job the student is assigned.

All of the classroom bundles in the decor collection include a 9-page printable to help you create a job chart.

Daily Schedule

A classroom schedule establishes routine and structure for your students. Having a visual schedule for children to reference will allow them to predict what will happen next, enabling them to feel prepared and secure. Children are more likely to be engaged, attentive and able to learn when they know what to expect. A posted schedule also helps the teacher manage the time and keep the day progressing as planned. These cards make it easy to display your schedule in a method that all students can understand.

Print the clock cards onto cardstock and laminate. Doing so will allow you to write on the cards with a dry erase marker and wipe it clean. This makes it easy to accommodate for changes in schedule.

When implementing this resource, be sure to post the daily schedule before each new day begins, take a moment to review it with the class each morning. Add specific start and ending times using analog and digital formats to reinforce math concepts and use picture cues so it is accessible to all learners.

Every classroom theme bundle includes twelve pages of cards that include words in an easy-to-read font with picture clues for younger learners. There are also printables for both analog and digital times. This is a great way to practice time-telling skills.

Hand Signals

By using these, students are able to let you know what they need by holding up a specific number of fingers. You’ll be able to simply look at them and nod to acknowledge their request. You can do this without stopping what you are doing.

Each classroom theme bundle in the decor collection includes a one-page printable black and white printable. Some teachers opt to color in the hands using crayons, markers or colored pencils. It is suggested that you print several copies and mount them onto colorful paper to add a finished look and display them in a few different areas within your classroom.

Using hand signals in the classroom will help to create a learning environment with minimal distractions. The students communicate their basic needs using five numbered hand signals. This eliminates the need to interrupt the class while allowing you to be aware of the location of each student at all times.

Identify clear expectations when you introduce the hand signals. For example, you may want to keep students from getting a drink or using the bathroom (unless it is an emergency) during read alouds, whole group instruction, or when they are working in a small group with you so that they do not miss part of a lesson.

Number Charts

Number charts help students develop number sense, recognize patterns in numbers, and solve problems.

This reference tool can be printed and posted in your classroom. In addition, you can print a copy for each student and have them keep it in their math folder.

Each classroom decor bundle includes a 100 chart and a 120 chart.

Alphabet Cards

These cards make a great display in the classroom as they help students not only with letter formation, but also alphabetizing, dictionary skills, and more.

Every classroom decor bundle in the decor collection includes two versions of alphabet cards. The first includes uppercase and lowercase letters without pictures. The second is a larger card that includes the upper and lowercase letter along with a picture clue to help the children with letter-sound relationships.

Word Wall

Enclosed in this packet you will find a variety of options for creating a word wall in your classroom. While creating a display, try to find a space that is at the students’ eye level and easily accessible to them from various points in the classroom.

Some teachers like to make the cards removable so the students can take them to their seats.

If you have an extra dry erase board in your classroom, consider using that space for your word wall. What I typically do is use a yardstick and dry erase marker to sketch out the lines that will divide the board into sections by letter. This will allow you to erase and perfect your boxes. Next, I suggest sticking electrical tape over your lines. This will provide bold borders and the tape removes easily without damaging the board. You can then use the enclosed word cards with magnets to showcase words or write them directly into the boxes on the board. In my classroom, I had a word wall for sight words and vocabulary and a separate wall for math vocabulary.

Every one of the classroom theme bundles include a word wall header, circular letter headers, smaller rectangular letter headers, and 2 sizes of word wall cards.

Color Words Reference Chart

Color charts support students in correctly identifying and spelling the most common colors.

This reference tool can be printed and posted in your classroom. In addition, you can print a copy of the pages and staple them into a packet for each student and have them keep it in a folder.

Each bundle of classroom decor includes a color chart highlighting 9 of the most common colors.

Thematic Writing Paper

This paper is extremely versatile. You can use it for a special project or create custom journals for your students. Have your students draw self-portraits or write autobiographies using these stationary sets at the start and end of the school year. Not only will they make a wonderful display that coordinates with your classroom theme, but they are great for showing the growth each child has made as a writer and as an artist. Parents will save them forever! 

Each theme bundle includes a printable sheet of writing paper designed to fit the theme of the classroom.

Reading Resources

Bookmarks can be an effective motivator to get your students excited about reading.

In addition to being able to be used as bookmarks for reading, this product makes a great “welcome to school” gift or birthday gift. There is space on each for you to put a message to the students.

Punch holes where the black circle is located and add colorful string or yarn. A second reading resource included in this packet is a reading log that helps hold kids accountable for reading at home. This can also serve as a motivator for students.

Each classroom theme bundle in the decor collection includes a one-page printable with 5 bookmarks on it and two versions of a one-page reading log.

Calendar

These cards will fit into a manufactured pocket chart calendar.

An alternative is to use a poster board calendar. In this case, you can display it on a magnetic wall and hot glue magnets on the back of the numbers and months so you can move them easily as you transition from month to month.

A second option for using a poster board calendar is to display it on a cork board and use push pins or staples to stabilize the calendar and velcro the numbers and months so you can change them out easily.

A third option for the poster board is to use a razor blade and make a small slit at the top of each box on your calendar. Slide a paper clip into each of the slits. This will allow you to easily put up and take down dates by sliding the number card under the clip. This resource is great to use for your daily calendar lesson.

Every thematic bundle includes monthly headers, calendar squares 1-31, and 5 blank cards you can customize for birthdays, holidays, and special events.

Weather and Seasons Chart

Keeping track of the weather each day helps students become familiar with the different types of weather and what time of year they are common in their area’s climate.

To prepare the display, print a copy of the chart and a copy of the types of weather. 

Laminate them and adhere velcro so they are easy to change out each day. Alternatively, you could just laminate the chart and use dry erase markers to record the weather.

Every theme bundle can be used during your daily calendar lesson.

This packet includes a weather chart and tens labels with adjectives describing the weather.

Days of The Week

The days of the week poster helps students learn what the days of the week are and understand their sequence.

When setting up your poster, consider attaching the words, “Today is…”, “Yesterday was…”, or “Tomorrow will be…” onto a pinch-style clothespin. Another option is to use velcro. Either way you’ll want it to be easy to move the cards each day.

This resource can be used during your daily calendar lesson.

Each classroom theme bundle in the decor collection includes a printable “days of the week” poster and three cards labeled “yesterday was,” “today is,” and “tomorrow will be.”

Lost Teeth Tally Chart

It doesn’t matter if you teach Kindergarten or 5th grade, most likely you will have at least one student lose a tooth in class during the school year. Some students take this in stride while others freak out. Sometimes the child who loses the tooth remains calm and another student freaks out. Then there are the times when the student who lost the tooth and the rest of the class remain calm, but the teacher freaks out.

Encourage kids not to wiggle their teeth with their fingers as it is a sure way to spread germs. If a child does play with her tooth, have them wash their hands before touching shared classroom items. Consider setting up a “lost tooth” station in the classroom. Include small cups for rinsing, plastic baggies to take home the teeth and napkins or paper towels.

Parents appreciate a heads up when a tooth is lost. Consider sending a quick email to let them know the child is coming home with one less tooth in their mouth.

A lost tooth is bound to cause chaos in the classroom. Consider using the opportunity to launch a lesson on tally marks using this tally chart. Simply print this resource, laminate it, and post it on a wall in your classroom. An alternative is to slide the printable into a page protector.

Every classroom theme bundle includes a tooth tally chart that you can use to track how many teeth your class loses during the school year.

School Day Tracker

Keeping track of the number of days in school helps students build a strong number sense and understanding of place value. 

Simply print the decorative poster and school day tracker template, laminate and post it in your calendar area. Print, cut, and laminate the number cards that will be used with the school day tracker. Consider mounting magnets or velcro on the back of the cards. 

This packet includes a decorative poster, school day tracker template, and number cards for the school day tracker.

Ten Frames

Ten frames support students in exploring essential math concepts including making 10, addition and subtraction, and more than/less than.

This reference tool can be printed and posted in your classroom. In addition, you can print a copy of the pages and staple them into a packet for each student and have them keep it in their math folder.

Every single classroom theme bundle includes ten frames representing numbers 1-20.

Telling Time Clock Labels

Attaching the time helpers around your clock creates a helpful visual aid for your students who are still becoming proficient in telling time on an analog clock.

When setting up your clock display, print each of the two pages that include the numbers :00 through :55 as well as the word clues. Next, cut them out and attach each number circle next to the corresponding number on the clock (i.e. 1=:05, 2=:10, etc). Finally, attach the word cards in the appropriate places next to the 3, 6 and 9.

An optional step is to mount the number labels on the larger circles on the third page. Depending on the size of your clock, you may want to also use them to fill the space more. Simply print or photocopy those circles onto cardstock or scrapbook paper that complements your theme or color scheme and mount the number cards onto each circle to create a larger display.

Each theme bundle includes labels with numbers in increments of 5 starting at :00 and ending at :55. In addition, it includes word clues (e.g. half past) to help students begin to develop the math vocabulary related to telling time.

A third component included in this resource is a template with larger circles that the time labels can be mounted on.

This is one of my favorite resources in the decor collection!

Growth Mindset Posters

Students with a growth mindset believe they can improve and get better by learning and practicing. This way of thinking equips students to take on new challenges confidently and will lead to future success.

These growth mindset and positive self-talk posters are a teaching and reference tool you can use to introduce and reinforce growth mindset in your classroom.

Simply print the posters on card stock, laminate them, and post them on a wall in your classroom where they are accessible to all students.

Each theme bundle includes two types of posters: Growth mindset and positive self-talk.

Welcome Banner and Signs

Greet students, their families, and visitors on back to school night or the first day of school with a welcome banner hung above your door frame or on the wall outside of your classroom. One option is to simply print out each of the letter cards and mount them.

A second option is to use a hand-held hole punch to make two small holes at the top of each card. Pick a ribbon that complements your color scheme or classroom theme. Thread the ribbon through each card by first pushing it from the back and then pushing in through the second hole to the back. This method will prevent the cards from twisting once displayed.

The welcome signs can simply be printed and displayed. You can also take pictures of your students holding the sign at the beginning of the year and send it home to their families either the first week or last week of school.

Every bundle of themed classroom decor in the decor collection includes a welcome banner, welcome signs for grades PREK-6th, and a blank version of the welcome sign that you can customize by adding your name and grade level.

Pennant Banner

This pennant banner is a fun decoration to add to your classroom!

Hang these pennants on ribbon or string to add an eye-catching pop of color that coordinates perfectly with your classroom color scheme or theme.

Consider adding student names or photos to each flag to personalize the look.

Each bundle includes four unique pages of printable pennants.

Thematic Paper

Print the decorative pages to create custom pieces that coordinate perfectly with your classroom theme or color scheme.

You can print the paper and use it to add decorative pops of color in your classroom to tie in your theme and create a cohesive look.

One way to do this is to wrap the paper around cans to make pencil cups. A second way is to place it in a frame and put a class photo on top of it. Another way is to insert it into clear plastic stacking drawers or on the back of bookshelves. A final way is to cut different shapes to create flags for a custom banner.

Every bundle of themed decor includes a variety of thematic paper.

Decorative Accents

Decorations make your classroom feel warm and welcoming!

The printable decorative accents can be printed and posted on bulletin boards, cubbies, bins, and walls. They can also be strung as a banner in your classroom.

Every one of the classroom theme bundles include a variety of printable decorations.

Google Headers

Use these Google Header images to customize your Google Classroom.

Each theme in the decor collection comes with 5 different header images.

Teaching Slides

Use these slide images in Google Classroom, Powerpoint, Seesaw, etc to create lessons, share information, give directions, for open house or any other creative idea you have.

Each theme comes with 5 different slide images.

Printable Banner

Our printable banners make great backgrounds for online teaching. You can have the image we created printed as an oversized poster or banner for around $20.00-$35.00. Hang it on a wall behind you when you are teaching remotely and then roll it up for easy storage.

Each theme includes one decorative banner. Most teachers have it printed at 2.5 x 4.

What are the Benefits of Having the Classroom Decor Collection?

Here are the benefits of having the classroom decor collection:

Saves time

You will no longer have to look for individual decorating pieces. Everything you need is in this one comprehensive resource. In addition, many of the resources included in the decor collection are print and go!

Saves money

You get all of the resources you need to set up your elementary classroom year after year at a low cost.

Offers flexibility

You can mix and match themes, do a classroom transformation, change themes every year, and cancel at any time.

Works across grade levels

This collection has been used by teachers in preschool through middle school, so you don’t have to worry about not being able to use it if you change grade levels.

100% editable text

All of the resources included in the decor collection are editable so you can use it no matter what part of the world you are from, what language you speak, or any other special requests you have.

100% printable

All of the resources included in the decor collection are printable and many are even print and go.

Includes digital components for Google Classroom

The decor collection includes 5 teaching slides for each theme that can be used with Google Classroom, Powerpoint, Seesaw, etc. to create lessons, share information, and give directions for open house or any other creative idea you have. It also includes 5 Google Headers for each theme so you can customize your Google Classroom.

Where Can I Learn More about the Classroom Decor Collection?

You can learn more about this decor collection resource here: Elementary Classroom Decor Collection.

Where Can I Buy the Classroom Decor Collection?

You can buy this resource here: Elementary Classroom Decor Collection Checkout Page

How Do I Log In if I am Already a Member?

If you are already a member of the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, then log in here: Elementary Classroom Decor Collection Login Page

Grab the Free Classroom Decor Guide!

We hope you found this information helpful! The Elementary Classroom Decor Collection is a comprehensive resource loved by hundreds of teachers and we hope you become one of them! Next, we would love for you to download this free elementary classroom decor guide. It has some helpful tips for decorating your classroom.

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Beach Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some beach theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Beach Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Blue cellophane or plastic wrap will look like water when used as a bulletin board background. You can use different shades of blue watercolor paper to create DIY ocean waves. If you choose to use fabric as your bulletin board background, calm neutral colors like blue, beige and brown provide a nice backdrop.

Beach Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• floral leis
• blue scalloped bulletin board trim to simulate an ocean wave
• fishing net
• hula skirt straw
• blue streamers

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Beach Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• “Sink Your Teeth Into a Good Book”
• “Surfing into (grade)”
• “Sea Who’s In Our Class”
• “We May All be Different but in this Class We Swim Together ”
• When creating your own titles, use words like sea, surf or shore.

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7 Ideas for a Beach Themed Classroom

1. Grab small beach chairs at the end-of-summer sales for your reading area.
2. Have your students bring in beach towels to use as floor mats.
3. Attach a trimmed grass skirt to your tables or the front of your teacher desk.
4. Name your reading or guided math groups after famous beaches or sea creatures.
5. Hot glue push pins to the back of flip flops as bulletin board accents.
6. Use sand pails to hold pencils and other student supplies.
7. Create a cozy nook by placing a beach umbrella in the corner of your room.

Themes to Pair Your Beach Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a beachy theme.

• tropical classroom theme decor 
• under the sea theme decor
• blue, yellow and brown color scheme decor bundles

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Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Beach Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Beach Theme Only

Beach Themed Classroom Pictures

The beach classroom theme bundle includes BOTH the original version (shown below) and the newly updated version (shown above). In the newer version, we used all new clipart which includes much more diverse characters. Also, we made the entire bundle 100% editable so not only can you customize it with your students’ names and details specific to your classroom, you can now translate EVERYTHING into other languages too. This has long been a request from teachers of ELLs and immersion classrooms. Both versions are available in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection.

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Beach Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Beach Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these beach classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free beach planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Wizard Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some wizard theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Wizard Bulletin Board Backgrounds

A roll of bulletin board paper with a brick or stone print looks great with a wizarding classroom theme. Another great choice for a paper bulletin board background is one that looks like stars in the night sky. You can also use textured fabric, to look like velvet, in the colors blue, red, green or yellow.

Wizard Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• Trim your bulletin board with different sized cutouts of stars
• Use old striped ties as borders for your bulletin board
• Make your own magic wands, or have students make them, and trim a bulletin board
• Use striped ribbon to decorate your bulletin board
• Line your bulletin board with bunched up craft paper

Get these wizard classroom decor printables!

Wizard Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• Display classroom rules with the title “Our House Rules”
• Create a back to school bulletin board titled “Welcome to a Magical Year”
• Student work can be displayed on a bulletin board titled “Wand-erful Work”
• Turn your student of the week bulletin board into a “Wizard of the Week” board
• Name your classroom meeting and calendar area “The Daily Prophet”

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5 Ideas for a Wizard Theme Classroom

1. Hang broomsticks from the ceiling of your classroom
2. Hang vintage looking envelopes around the room
3. Line a wall or all walls with brick or stone bulletin board paper
4. Label your pencil cut as “Quills,” you can even attach feathers to the pencils
5. Create banners after the four houses and group desks by these houses

Themes to Pair Your Wizard Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a wizard theme.

1. black, red, green, yellow and blue color schemes
2. magic classroom theme

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Wizard Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Wizard Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Wizard Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these wizard classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free wizard planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Wizard Classroom Decor

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School Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some school theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

School Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Navy blue, brown, or black butcher paper can be used as a bulletin board background. If you choose to use fabric as your bulletin board background, simple colors like black, brown, and navy provide a nice backdrop.

School Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• crayons or crayon boxes
• pencil boxes
• lined writing paper
• graph paper
• rulers or measuring tape

Get these school classroom decor printables!

School Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• Label your classroom calendar area with the phrase “180 Days = 180 Opportunities.” 
• Title a back to school bulletin board “Ready For a Colorful Year.”
• Welcome back bulletin board titled “Welcome Back the Books Missed You.”
• Write “The Future of the World Is In This School” on a bulletin board.
• Display pictures of students and write “This School is Better Because You’re In It.”

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5 Ideas for a School Themed Classroom

1. Bring in classic school items like a globe, chalkboard easel and bells.
2. Frame classic book covers to decorate the classroom.
3. Stick to primary colors when decorating.
4. Use storage containers with materials like metal and wood.
5. Make classroom supplies a focal point when decorating your classroom.

Themes to Pair Your School Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a school theme.

• chalkboard classroom theme
• crayon classroom  theme
• any of our color schemes

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Back to School Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Back to School Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Back to School Theme Only

School Themed Classroom Pictures

The school classroom theme bundle includes BOTH the original version (shown below) and the newly updated version (shown above). In the newer version, we used all new clipart which includes much more diverse characters. Also, we made the entire bundle 100% editable so not only can you customize it with your students’ names and details specific to your classroom, you can now translate EVERYTHING into other languages too. This has long been a request from teachers of ELLs and immersion classrooms. Both versions are available in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection.

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Back to School Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these school classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free school planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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School Classroom Decor

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Rainbow Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some rainbow theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Rainbow Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Get a variety of paint chips and create a collage as the background of your bulletin board. Make your own bulletin board paper by adding water colored paint to a roll of white paper. Tie dye a sheet a hang it as your bulletin board background. 

Rainbow Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• use paint chips in a variety of rainbow colors
• roll strips of colored paper into rings to add dimension to your border
• a variety of different colored artificial flowers
• rainbow printed ribbon
• cut circles from different colored paper to trim your bulletin board

Get these rainbow classroom decor printables!

Rainbow Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• Create a back to school bulletin titled “Get Ready for a Colorful Year”
• Create a reading bulletin board display with pictures of different colors of books titled “Read the Rainbow”
• Have students draw self portraits and title the display “Paint Your Own Rainbow”
• Write the phrase “Learning is a Rainbow of Possibilities” on your door or entry way 
• Create a bulletin board about kindness titled “Be a Rainbow in Someone Else’s Cloud” 

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5 Ideas for a Rainbow Themed Classroom

1. Use colorful containers and put them in rainbow order around the room
2. Create a large rainbow on the wall using pool noodles
3. Hang different colored tulle or ribbon from paint buckets to look like color is pouring out
4.  Hang colored streamers from the ceiling 
5. Have students write their name on a paper cloud and write qualities about themselves on rainbow colored strips of paper

Themes to Pair Your Rainbow Theme With

Get access to all of the Clutter-Free Classroom decor themes and color schemes in the Elementary Classroom Decor Collection, including the ones listed below that pair really nicely with a rainbow theme.

• crayon classroom decor theme
• garden classroom decor theme
• any of our classroom color schemes

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Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy This Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy This Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these rainbow classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free rainbow planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Rainbow Classroom Decor

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Woodland Animals Theme Bulletin Board Ideas

Below are some woodland animals theme bulletin board ideas for elementary teachers.

Woodland Bulletin Board Backgrounds

Consider buying fabric that has leaves or pine needles printed on it to use as a background. Rustic woods make an easy bulletin board background for a woodland theme and compliment it well. Craft paper is another easy and affordable choice for a woodland theme bulletin board background.

Woodland Bulletin Board Trim

In addition to traditional border, put these items around the perimeter of your board.

• pine needle garland 
• pinecone garland
• green, artificial leaves
• burlap ribbon
• bunches of craft paper

Get these woodland classroom decor printables!

Woodland Bulletin Board Title Ideas

• use the phrase “Welcome to Our Neck of the Woods” on a bulletin board or your door.
• create a bulletin board to display student work titled “Tree-mendous Work.”
• when creating your own phrases use words like adventure and explore.
• display student work with the quote “We’re Nuts About Learning” featuring decorations of woodland animals.
• name your student job bulletin board “Wilderness Guides.”

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5 Ideas for a Woodland Themed Classroom

1. Make large trees to decorate your wall out of bulletin board paper
2. Decorate your classroom with small, artificial Christmas trees
3. Use camping chairs as flexible seating options
4. Select wooden baskets for storage throughout the room
5. Add artificial grass as an area rug in the classroom

Themes to Pair Your Woodland Theme With

• camping classroom theme
• mountain classroom theme
• brown color scheme
• green color scheme

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Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Woodland Theme Only

Get Access to All 60+ Classroom Decor Packets |OR| Buy The Woodland Theme Only

In closing, we hope you found these woodland classroom theme ideas helpful! If you did, then you may also be interested in the free woodland planning organizer below as well as these classroom decorating posts:

• How to Decorate the Classroom of Your Dreams
• 60+ Themes for Classrooms at the Elementary Level
• Colorful Classroom Decor Ideas for Elementary Teachers

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Woodland Classroom Decor

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