My class is treated to "Gifts of Giving" goodie bags just prior to our winter break. The basic idea is to have students bring in a class set of goodies like seasonal pencils, candy canes, erasers, or holiday Dollar Store items. I send home a donation letter to parents, and those that want to send treats in do. All students decorate their gift cover and glue it to the front of a paper bag. As donations come in I fill the bags with all the treats and on our last day together every student has their own "Gifts of Giving" goodie bag. You can take a peek at my sample letter below and also grab a copy of my "Gifts of Giving" cover.
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This is a neat idea! Who exactly receives the gifts of giving? The items seem school related. Are the gifts going to other students in the school or just back to the class?
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Kelly
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The students in my class each get a bag with goodies, but you could do it any way that you like.
ReplyDeleteI like that they're school items. I prefer for them to have those than little toys. That's what they actually need day to day.
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I love this! I think I'll give this a try since my kids seem to have a bit more money to spare this year.
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I love this, we usually do stockings but this year I want to use that money for something else. This is a wonderful alternative.
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Hey Denise - I made a bulletin board today inspired by your No Cost Gift idea. You can check it out here:
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I also shared your amazing handout with my staff! Yay - thanks SO much.
Barbara