When I first started teaching, I had no clue what to do with students who finished early. I started with simple drawing papers, and over the years have expanded to other activities. This has been one of the more popular activities, esp. for boys. I went to Wal-Mart and bought some magnetic white boards that came with double-sided tape to adhere them to the wall. I also ordered magnetic shapes - some are foam and some are the fractiles, which are flat, and placed them on the boards. They are hung under my white board, and I have the following rules for them:
1. Only 2 students allowed per board
2. You may not use magnets from another board - even if they have more
3. No throwing magnets
I order one of these Foam Magnet sets and they last me all year. They come apart easily, but once I tacky glue them back together they STAY.
I also order one of these per year or every other year, if I have the money. The kids love the booklet they come with that shows design ideas.
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