Discover creative and festive ideas for your elementary school’s December bulletin boards, making your classroom a winter wonderland that sparks joy and learning!
December is here, and with it comes the age-old challenge of sprucing up the bulletin board with something more inspiring than “Winter Wonderland” and “Holiday Cheer.”
I get it, you’re tired of the same-old snowmen and reindeer.
But fear not, I’ve cooked up a list of fresh and unique ideas that’ll make your bulletin board the talk of the teacher’s lounge.
Ready for a quirky twist on your classroom decor? Dive right in!
Winter Wonderland With Snowflakes and Student Photos
Students can bring a flurry of fun by decorating a snowy scene with cut-out snowflakes and their own photos, transforming the bulletin board into a personalized winter wonderland.
Holidays Around the World Display
Students can learn and share about diverse holiday traditions from different cultures.
Kindness Calendar With Daily Acts of Kindness
Each day, students reveal a simple act of kindness to practice, spreading joy throughout the school.
Gingerbread Village With Student-decorated Gingerbread Men
Students can decorate their own gingerbread men to create a colorful and whimsical village that showcases their creativity.
‘Tis the Season to Read – Book Recommendations
Display a festive bookshelf with students’ favorite holiday-themed books and create a magical reading list for everyone to enjoy!
Festive Math Problems – Solve to Decorate
Students solve math problems to earn pieces that collectively decorate a winter-themed bulletin board.
Penguin Parade – Penguin Art By Students
Create a frosty parade featuring students’ adorable penguin art, transforming the bulletin board into an icy, festive display.
Nutcracker Ballet With Student-crafted Nutcrackers
Transform the board into a festive stage where students’ handmade nutcrackers take center stage, each one unique and full of holiday charm.
Countdown to Winter Break With Daily Surprises
Each day reveals a small surprise or activity, adding a sprinkle of anticipation and joy as the break approaches.
Reindeer Names and Games – Fun Facts and Activities
Each reindeer fact leads to a simple, interactive game students can enjoy.
Cozy Up With a Good Book – Reading Nooks and Book Lists
Create mini reading corners and post favorite book lists to encourage cozy, holiday reading sessions.
Snow Globe Selfies – Students Inside Snow Globe Cutouts
Imagine a board filled with students’ smiling faces inside whimsical snow globe cutouts, creating a magical, wintery display.
Hot Cocoa Café – Student Names On Marshmallows
Transform the bulletin board into a cozy café scene featuring marshmallow cutouts with each student’s name, adding a warm, personal touch to the classroom.
Holiday Traditions Showcase – Family Traditions Shared By Students
Students share their unique family holiday traditions, creating a tapestry of cultural celebrations on the board.
Light Up the Holidays – String Lights With Positive Messages
String up twinkling lights where students add their own glowing messages of kindness and positivity, creating a warm and uplifting atmosphere.