Apples it is! I have finally committed to a classroom theme of apples. I have several things that I have used in the past, but don't think anyone has walked in my room and said, "Great apple theme!" So with that said, I am on a hunt to add some things on a budget:)
First stop: Lakeshore Learning where I found these super cute borders and matching accessories. I have 2 square bulletin boards in the front of my new classroom on each side of the white board. Thinking black or red fabric on each board; and to keep both bulletin boards matching.
Onto Walmart where I found this much cheaper apple border with matching accessories. I am thinking of red fabric with the border. I bought 2 of the square buckets and am going to print out labels for sharpened and broken pencils. I know I have seen cute labels floating around blogland. I am definitely more resourceful than creative:) Did I mention these are all in the 88 cents section? I LOVE a good deal!
Then Target (my favorite store) where I found a red paper lantern on clearance for 50% off! I also want a yellow and a green so I can make them into 3 apples over my library. My cousin in Rhode Island found a green at her Target and shipped it yesterday. Thanks Amanda!! Now I am on a hunt for a yellow Target lantern. The other Target purchase is that ultra cute index card ring. It is in the school supply section for $1.99 and could be used for reading words, spelling patterns, math facts and on and on I could go! I am going back for a few more, but really hoping they go on sale or clearance in the next month!
And finally Kohls! I know I had to go when Jessica at Mrs. Stanford's Class posted that all Skippy Jon Jones hard covered books and stuffed animals are $5.00 and part of the profit goes to Kohl's Cares. Sounds like a win-win to me!
So now I have a question for you! Which boarder-the black and primary apples or the yellow with red and green apples? I would love your opinions!
***Head on over to The Learning Tree to find other frugal finds!!**
First stop: Lakeshore Learning where I found these super cute borders and matching accessories. I have 2 square bulletin boards in the front of my new classroom on each side of the white board. Thinking black or red fabric on each board; and to keep both bulletin boards matching.
Onto Walmart where I found this much cheaper apple border with matching accessories. I am thinking of red fabric with the border. I bought 2 of the square buckets and am going to print out labels for sharpened and broken pencils. I know I have seen cute labels floating around blogland. I am definitely more resourceful than creative:) Did I mention these are all in the 88 cents section? I LOVE a good deal!
And finally Kohls! I know I had to go when Jessica at Mrs. Stanford's Class posted that all Skippy Jon Jones hard covered books and stuffed animals are $5.00 and part of the profit goes to Kohl's Cares. Sounds like a win-win to me!
So now I have a question for you! Which boarder-the black and primary apples or the yellow with red and green apples? I would love your opinions!
***Head on over to The Learning Tree to find other frugal finds!!**
**Check out the Classroom Theme/Inspiration Linky over at Surfin' Through Second.***
