How to Create a Class Scrapbook
Scrapbooking can be an opportunity to document a student's year in a classroom. As a teacher, delegate each student to create their own page to be combined into a complete book. Pages can be basic or as elaborate as each student desires. A few supplies go a long way for a memento that can last for years. This is a project each student can do at home for a detailed account of their school year experience.
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Things You'll Need
- 12-by-12 inch Scrapbook with removable pages Decorative paper of various designs Acid-free glue stick Clear tape (double-sided is advisable) Regular scissors and special design cut scissors Photos of each student Markers Pens Stickers Stencils Old magazines
Instructions
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Delegate one scrapbook page per student to decorate. Have each student bring one or multiple pictures of themselves to put on their page.
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Use the different colored papers to cut out designs or shapes, or to frame the page. Allow only a section of each page to be used per student to more evenly distribute the supplies.
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Use markers and pens to write the students name or favorite quote on their scrapbook page. Encourage each student to write their favorite song, show, movie, or the like.
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Stickers can be an interesting addition to scrapbook pages, but are not necessary if supply money is limited. Small stickers that are not gender specific, such as animals, words or even classroom-themed stickers, are appealing to more students.
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Old magazines can be an easy and cheap supply for students to cut out pictures to put on their page. Students can also bring in magazines if appropriate.
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Compile all the pages by name in alphabetical or any logical order. Take a picture to put at the beginning of the scrapbook for a complete look at the class.
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Tips & Warnings
Encourage students to create a personal scrapbook to document special events and friends of that year. A family scrapbook is also a great gift students can make for parents and grandparents.
Careful what adhesive is used, especially for any pictures. Acid-free glue and tape won't cause discoloration over time like other general products.
References
- Photo Credit xandert, jdurham
