Sticky Notes: Make Learning Stick with 5 Fun Classroom Activities!
This back-to-school season, ditch the paper and transform your myViewBoard into a vibrant learning hub with Sticky Notes! These aren't your average reminders – they're powerful tools for creating engaging activities that boost student participation.
The Power of Sticky Notes on myViewBoard ✨
Adding Notes: A breeze! Click the Sticky Note icon in the Magic Box. Choose your color and start creating!
Interactive Power: Add text, draw with the Pen tool, or erase sections with the Eraser. Need a fresh start? Simply clear the note.
Move and Edit: Once placed, use the Selection tool to reposition your note. Double-tap anywhere (any device) to view or edit the content.
For our Windows users who love organization, the Adorning Menu offers advanced Sticky Note management features. Learn more in the myViewBoard Knowledge Base.
Sticky Note Games: Fun and Learning Together! 🎲🎉
School shouldn't be boring! Here's a fun Sticky Note activity to keep your students engaged:
▪️ Create a Sticky Note Game:
1️⃣ Find and Cover a Picture: Use the Magic Box to find an image showing an emotion (happy, sad, angry, etc.). Cover the picture with colorful Sticky Notes, layering them for added challenge.
2️⃣ Reveal the Picture: Students remove the notes one by one, gradually uncovering the picture.
▪️ Board Game Fun!:
Design your own board game using Sticky Notes: 1️⃣ Give different tasks based on the note color.
2️⃣ Students roll a 3D dice (you can find this in the Magic Box too!) and do the task based on the color they land on.
💡 See It In Action! Watch this video for a detailed walkthrough of these activities:
▪️ Story Building: Each group writes a sentence or part of a story on a Sticky Note. Collect and arrange the notes to create a collaborative story.
▪️ Science Facts: Write various science facts or questions on Sticky Notes. Students can match questions with answers or sort facts into categories (e.g., mammals, reptiles, etc.).
▪️ Math Problems: Create math problems on Sticky Notes. Students solve them and then organize the notes on the board according to difficulty or type (e.g., addition, subtraction).
Let's Make Learning Stick!🎓
With Sticky Notes and myViewBoard, you can create interactive lessons that leave a lasting impression on your students! What’s your favorite Sticky Note game to play in class? Share your ideas in the comments below! We’d love to hear from you and be inspired by your creativity.
Ready to get started? Download these Sticky Note activity lessons to kick off your creative lesson planning! These templates include basic game boards and brainstorming sheets that you can customize for your classroom needs.
Have questions or need help troubleshooting Sticky Notes on myViewBoard? Check out our myViewBoard Forum and leave a comment. We're here to support you!
Don't forget to share your favorite Sticky Note games and teaching tips in the comments! Let's inspire each other and create a thriving community of engaged educators.🌟
Access Ready-to-Use Resources:
For more back-to-school resources, including ready-made lesson plans, classroom management tips, and student engagement strategies, check out ourBack to School resources. Here, you’ll find a variety of tools to help you efficiently prepare for the new school year.
