These little guys will come in handy. They help me figure out who gets what. The only problem is fitting all these souvenirs into backpacks.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Our Souvenir Collection
Personally, I'm not a big fan of souvenirs. My idea of a souvenir from Europe is original artwork that ends up on my wall. My children, on the other hand, love souvenirs. Every year as summer draws near, I start piling up items to give away. (The process actually starts earlier in the year, when I start storing things that I think will make for good souvenirs.) Check it out.
This tub is full of 50 classroom books that we've made. They're all going home as souvenirs. Each child will get at least two. (I've posted about some of my classroom books here.)
This is a pile of posters, charts, and graphs we've made over the year, as well as other miscellaneous souvenirs (ie. letters or cards we've received) that get to go home.
These little guys will come in handy. They help me figure out who gets what. The only problem is fitting all these souvenirs into backpacks.
These little guys will come in handy. They help me figure out who gets what. The only problem is fitting all these souvenirs into backpacks.
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I think it that is a fabulous idea to give your class books as an end of the year souvenir. Great way to remember the school year and their friends.
ReplyDeleteLori
Conversations in Literacy
Lori, the kids think it's the coolest thing and it's better to send them home with love than toss them.
DeleteI bet the popsicle sticks with photos are souvenirs too. My kids LOVED when teachers sent home posters and books. Its a great idea (and I am so in awe of the number of class books you do with the kids)!
ReplyDeleteLyn
Mrs. Goff's Pre-K Tales
Lyn, you're very right about the popsicle sticks. They go home too. We just can't get enough of classroom books!
DeleteWow, I can't believe you made 50 class books. you put me to shame. I'll have to try better next year.
ReplyDeleteKelly
I'm Not Your Grandpa, I'm Your Teacher
Kelly, a few more each year and you'll be on your way!
DeleteTammy,
ReplyDeleteYou had me in stitches from the first few lines!
I totally agree!
Your class book set is quite impressive!
Giving them away to each student is such a great idea!
Hope you are loving every minute!
Julie
Julie, I'm glad you enjoyed my ideas about souvenirs. The kids do love their book souvenirs though. :)
DeleteThis reminds me of when I was in elementary school. I loved getting souvenirs. My mom always thought they were a waste, but I still have some of them today.
ReplyDeleteMeghan, that's funny because sometimes I wonder about what the parents say when all these souvenirs come home. :)
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