A Decorated class looks attractive and brings energy to the classroom. Here are 12 tips or ideas to decorate a classroom.
Tip #1
Consider picking a theme that teaches a lesson to focus on for the school year. I designed a “Going Green” theme for a colleague who wanted to encourage her students to be responsible for their global footprint and a “Patriotic” theme for a middle school American History teacher. Superhero themes are very popular in classrooms where teachers want to put emphasis on standing up for others and celebrating individual strengths.
Tip #2
Mixing patterns using neutral colors will create interest without too much distraction.
Tip #3
Extend your bulletin board so the sides overlap the top and bottom of the board for a new look. This will also give you more space to display student work.
Tip #4
If you select a theme that focuses on one color (such as frogs and the color green or red with a Bollywood theme) be sure to add in one or two extra accent colors. This can easily be done using baskets and containers from the Dollar Store and by mounting decor items on colorful background papers.
Tip #5
Use natural textures to create visual interest. Wood and burlap are both very popular right now and accents can easily be found at craft stores.
Tip #6
“Anchor” several bright colors with a neutral color such as black and grey. They make the colors stand out.
Tip #7
Layer borders to add more color and interest to bulletin boards. Don’t be afraid to use different shaped edges on the trim.
Tip #8
Mount decorative items onto card stock for a more finished look. You’ll be amazed how great things look when you back them scrapbook paper, wrapping paper or card stock.
Tip #9
Use fabric or table clothes to cover tables in your classroom. Choosing the right color or pattern will enhance your theme or color scheme and create extra storage space underneath.
Tip #10
Using clear containers to hold school supplies will add pops of color and make it easy for kids to put things back where they belong.
Tip #11
Wrap cans in duct tape or patterned paper to create cheap storage containers that coordinate with the custom look of your classroom.
Tip #12
Consider working the color grey into your color scheme. It neutralizes bolder colors and provides a great backdrop for showcasing student work, but it is much softer than black.
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