As a high school teacher, I don’t normally make a huge deal out of classroom decorations. I’ve only had two classroom “themes” the past 9 years that I’ve taught. This is my second and most likely last one. Not because I’m lazy, but because I love it so much. 😉 ha! One of the many ... Read More about Harry Potter-ish Themed Classroom
The only way to enter is through Platform 9 3/4.
Photos: Huber Heights teacher transforms classroom into Harry Potter world (Photo courtesy Morgan Kurtz/Facebook){ }
Accio, construction paper!
You can use dollar store finds and household items for an absolutely magical effect.
Harry Potter free printables including book covers, party ideas, Hogwarts letter, photo booth, I spy game, platform 9 3/4, educational decrees, house banner
Tressa Mellow Bargella, 39 (inset), teaches for Valley View School District in Pennsylvania. On Thursday, the third grade teacher unveiled her magical classroom.
Just print, laminate, and go! These resources are the perfect addition for any Harry Potter classroom. This resource includes: Classroom 6 Rules -Listen while the teacher is talking -Raise their hand before speaking to the class - Follow directions the first time - Treat themselves and others with kindness and respect - Clean up after themselves -Always do their best 4 Writing process printouts including different types of writing, paragraph set up, and how to set up an essay. 7 Scientific Method print out explaining each step.
Creating A Magical Learning Space When I was in elementary school, I thought reading was just ok. Mostly, I made sure to read just en...
Tressa Mellow Bargella, 39 (inset), teaches for Valley View School District in Pennsylvania. On Thursday, the third grade teacher unveiled her magical classroom.
This year I decided to go with a Harry Potter theme for my classroom. I may have gone a little overboard, but I love it! This post contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase using one of my links, which helps to support the blog. All opinions are my own and I only promote brands and products that I have used myself and truly love. When my students come to my door, they see this sign: The door opens to Platform 9 3/4. We made this curtain using some a red curtain and painted on the bricks using a sponge. I love this Harry Potter Platform 9 3/4 sign if you have the right types of walls to support it! On the first day of school, my students found their Hogwarts acceptance letters on their desk. They were then put into table groups with a little help from our Sorting Hat. We also have many of the essential book accessories. A Broom A Golden Snitch The Mirror of Erised Old Wizard Pictures A Snowy Owl for delivering mail Hanging Candles And a few other fun touches... Here's a similar house elf sign from Amazon. Wizard Pencils Have you seen this wizard photo booth prop. When I visited the Ron Clark Academy, I loved how they displayed photos of the students all over the school, so I used these pictures of my students to decorate the classroom. You can find the Harry Potter House Banners here. I Teach What's Your Super Power Sign (similar) Harry Potter Book Cover Printables
Put your Sorting Hat on!
The only way to enter is through Platform 9 3/4.
Accio, construction paper!
Harry Potter Classroom Decor: Step into this Harry Potter Themed Classroom to find new ways that to create an engaging space for your students.
Get this free printable Hogwarts acceptance letter envelope to help you decorate and celebrate your Harry Potter-themed Halloween or event!
Harry Potter Book Covers Free Printables. Print these for your Harry Potter Hogawrts themed party for easy decor. Cheap Harry Potter decorations.
Photos: Huber Heights teacher transforms classroom into Harry Potter world (Photo courtesy Morgan Kurtz/Facebook){ }
All About Me banner Harry Potter style! Perfect for back to school/beginning of year introductions! UPDATE: This has been updated to include the UK spellings: colour, favourite, and "year" instead of grade.
Get kids excited to learn with these Harry Potter Lesson Plans & Teaching Resources. Categorized by type, including printables!
Harry Potter Classroom Decor: Step into this Harry Potter Themed Classroom to find new ways that to create an engaging space for your students.
A short and easy quiz to sort new students into the desired Hogwarts house. The questions will also lend an introduction to the students level and comfort with English. To get the results is up to you: I sorted my students into the houses I perceived they should be placed. - ESL worksheets
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Reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone? Learn how to hold your own Hogwarts sorting ceremony!
