Why Choose SEL Winter Bulletin Boards Over Regular Ones? A Snowstorm of Benefits!
Winter is here, and with it comes the annual teacher tradition of swapping out fall decor for a cozy, festive classroom look. But what if you could do more than just make your room pretty? What if your winter bulletin boards could make your students feel safe, supported, and inspired while building critical social-emotional skills? That’s the magic of SEL (social-emotional learning) bulletin boards.
Here’s why SEL winter bulletin boards outshine their regular counterparts:
1. They Encourage Gratitude and Positivity
Even through sub-zero, you can be a hero, with SEL-themed board that create an environment of warmth and belonging.
In this (S)mitten with Gratitude bulletin board, students or staff will shout-out to those who have supported them in a variety of ways. They will write a message on the mittens as a "bucket filler"-style activity to make everyone feel seen and valued.
The magic of advent calendars even after Christmas has passed? This one-of-a-kind decor piece has window flaps that open to reveal a new incentive each day- the perfect way to give your classroom management a boost during the months of December and January. Includes both Christmas-themed and winter-themed accents.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer, is loudly sharing compliments for all to hear- or something like that. This Cup of Cheer bulletin board is a scrumptious way of lifting one another up through warm mugs and warmer words.
2. They Build Emotional Awareness and Confidence
SEL bulletin boards not only look great at the surface, but also bring valuable visual reminders to students, making strategies such as coping skills more accessible.
In this Oh Snap! gingerbread coping skills bulletin display, your groups or staff can contribute their favorite coping skill to share with the school.
This lava lamp bulletin board focuses on a craft that will have students reflecting on a lava self-love. They will choose strengths that are best representative to what they love to do the most and flaunt them through a totally groovy lava lamp.
3. They Foster Growth Mindset
Winter is the perfect season to teach resilience, as nature itself models growth and change. These SEL boards can also be used as door decorations, and celebrate the journey of learning and self-discovery.
This Dachshund Through the Snow bulletin board is a doggone adorable way to celebrate goal-setting. Each students will record what they are working on within their snowflake- a perfect way to begin a new semester after the winter break.
Combining social skills with goal-setting, this Hey Cupid! bulletin board is a sweet match for your February display or door decoration, as students make time to celebrate how they have made time in their day to support others.
4. They Promote Healthy Habits
This In a Flurry, Not a Hurry bulletin board hones in on mindfulness, and is a perfect way to encourage students to prioritize the pause- an invaluable skill to support a regulated nervous system.
The Stockings were Hung with Self-Care is another magical display that is cute enough to decorate your door or office bulletin, but meaningful enough to add to your teacher's lounge as well. December is manic, so building community by brainstorming how we can take care of ourselves during this time, is vital.
By choosing SEL winter bulletin boards, you’re not just decorating your classroom; you’re equipping your students with tools for life. So, let it snow SEL this winter, and watch your classroom community thrive!
