Classroom Displays Workshop Ideas

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Introduction to displays workshop

Shape of the day

Session	Time	Activity	Products
1	10-11	Introducing displays	notes
2	11:15 - 12	Design of displays	notes and examples
3	12 - 1	Planning and preparation	Plan and resources
4	1:45- 2:30	Making a display	A finished display board
5	2:30 - 3:00	Review	Notes and assessment of activity

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Display Maker's Toolbox

I keep mine in a desktidy. It should be locked away when not in use.

1. Staple remover. I use this kind as I find it far more effective than the pincer sort (insert image)

2. Improvised plumb line - long piece of string with heavy weight on the end

3. Rotary cutter, or craft knive and mat. This should not be used when children are around and in some classes I have removed it from the kit.

4. Metal ruler - wooden or plastic ones are no good with the craft knife.

5. Sharp scissors. Get yourself a decent medium sized pair.

6. A staple gun

7. Blu Tack or similar - for attaching laminated letters, titles etc.

8. Velcro pads - these are very useful for attaching heavier items or awkward shapes.

9. Drawing pins or mapping pins - especially coloured ones, can form part of the design of the display and allow items to be easily added and removed.

Sellotape a 5p piece just below the stapling end of the stapler. This stops staples being pushed all the way in and makes them far easier to remove. If you can't do this use the stapler at an angle to produce a similar effect.

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Health and Safety

Discussion - revision of H&S from Unit 2

Avoid or minimise work at height
Always use suitable equipment for working at height
Be aware of your school’s health and safety policy
Always think of your personal safety
School furniture was not designed for you to stand on
Wear suitable footwear.
If you are worried about lack of equipment inform your head teacher or safety representative.

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