I had the same classroom helper chart for years. It was in such bad shape that I didn't use it last year or even replace it. Now, all is well.
First I spray painted a cookie sheet. FYI - cookie sheets don't like to be spray painted or maybe I just don't know how to do it right. I added a clear coat finish, and the black paint still liked to scrape off way too easily. After adding all my words and washi tape, I Mod Podged the whole thing. I think that's fixed the problem.
I made the magnets with the beads from a bracelet.
The plan is to use the magnets to hold either names or pictures of the kids who will be in charge of helping me out.
Thanks again Tara for the linky opportunity!
I love how this turned out! So so cute!!! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteStephanie
Teaching in Room 6
Stephanie, thank you for coming by and commenting.
DeleteVery cute!! I love the idea of the magnetic job board on a cookie sheet. Nice colour choice too.
ReplyDeleteHeidi
Secondgradealicious!
Heidi, I love the colors too. Thanks!
Deleteso cute! I just made a clip chart this year, but this is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteJen, thank you so very much.
DeletePictures would look adorable on this. What kid doesn't love looking at themselves?
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
Alison
Rockin' and Lovin' Learnin'
Allison, you're right. They love their own pictures.
DeleteThat looks great! I think putting their little pictures up is a great idea. :-)
ReplyDeleteNichole
The Craft of Teaching
Nichole, I'm glad you like it.
DeleteGorgeous! Loving the idea of using their pictures.
ReplyDeleteLaurie
Chickadee Jubilee
Laurie, thank so much. I like the pictures idea too.
DeleteYour classroom helper chart turned out adorable!! Love the blue and black! :)
ReplyDeleteMolly
Lessons with Laughter
Molly, I really like the blue and black too. Thanks!
DeleteThis is cute!
ReplyDelete~Jessica
Fabulous and Fun 4th Graders
Jessica, thank so much!
DeleteYour Helper Chart turned out AWESOME!! Now you've inspired me to make one.
ReplyDeleteConnie Anderson:)
Welcome To First Grade Room 5
Connie, show me a picture when you're done. :)
DeleteVery cute! I love it.
ReplyDeleteimgoingfirst@gmail.com
Delighted, thanks! I do too.
DeleteI'm so glad you addressed the spray paint issue. I did a very similar project the other night and my paint was scraping away. :( Time to bring out the Mod Podge! Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteStacey
Teaching Ever After
Stacey, I'm glad it's not just me. I hope the Mod Podge works for you.
DeleteCute, cute, cute!! Love this craft! The beads you used on the magnets are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteLori
Conversations in Literacy
Lori, I liked using the beads for the magnets. I wanted something unusual.
DeleteLoved reading your latest post - your blog is so cute and full of ideas! I am your newest follower via Bloglovin'! Come stop by if you get a chance :)
ReplyDeleteLauren
The Sweetest Thing
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Lauren, thank you much. I appreciate you coming by!
DeleteI count on modge podge to fix all kinds of things. I also think printing the kids names on magnetic printer paper with some cute clip art would look great and stay in place well.
ReplyDeleteTara
Tara, Mod Podge is great for fixing things up, huh?
DeleteI really like this! Getting ready to figure out what to do with mine this year since I'm not doing sports theme...
ReplyDeleteCrystal
Teaching Little Miracles
Crystal, good luck with yours too!
DeleteThanks for sharing Tammy! I am officially inspired to go make my own now. Is the Mod Podge still holding up? How did you do the letters? Love the font!
ReplyDeleteIf You Give a Teacher a Blog, good luck! The Mod Podge seems to be holding up. I drew the letters actually. Old fashioned way. :)
DeleteI was searching for an idea for a job chart!!! I think this will be my first Mod Podge creation. Wish me luck. I'm now following you.
ReplyDeleteYashika
http://somewherebetweenfirstandthird.blogspot.com/
Yashika, Good luck for sure. I hope it all goes as planned! :)
DeleteI can't imagine how frustrating it must have been to have the paint scrape off like that... thank goodness for Mod Podge, it has saved me on far too many occasions to count!!
ReplyDeleteThis is super cute, and I love the idea of using faces instead of just names!!
Nicole
First Grade Frenzy!
Nicole, Mod Podge is a miracle worker at times for sure!
DeleteThat turned out so cute! I love it!
ReplyDeleteRowdy in First Grade
Jennifer, thanks so very much!
DeleteThis is absolutely adorable and from a cookie sheet!!!
ReplyDeleteTheresa
Pinkadots Elementary
Theresa, thanks much. Glad you like it.
DeleteI love the colors!
ReplyDeleteMary Kate
Windy City Learning
Thank you Mary Kate. I sure love them as well.
DeleteI LOVE the idea of using cookie sheets - beautiful board! The colours are great!
ReplyDeleteAlison
Teaching Maths with Meaning
Alison, thank you so much. I love the colors too.
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