Star of the Week Book
Star of the Week Book
Introducing the Star of the Week Book – A Unique Way to Celebrate Each Student!
The Star of the Week Book is a beautifully crafted, printable OR editable resource in Canva that allows you to honor and celebrate each student in your class, recognizing their uniqueness and special qualities.
What's Included:
Customizable Cover: Choose from two options – one that can be edited with the student's name and picture, and another that can be printed in bulk, allowing you to write the student's name on the line at the top.
Student Page: Designed to say, "My friend ______ is special because..." Older students can practice writing their friend's name or the teacher can pre-write it. In the middle, students will create a directed drawing of the Star of the Week. The page concludes with "Your Friend, _______", where students will write their name.
Individual Star Page: Each Star of the Week gets a dedicated page stating, "My name is _____. I am special because..."
Parent Letter Template: An editable letter to inform parents about your class's Star of the Week procedures, customizing it to fit your unique classroom needs.
Additional Features:
Mat Man Song Integration: Incorporate the students' names into the Mat Man song, teaching young students how to draw a person. This creative approach is practiced weekly, providing a fun and engaging drawing lesson.
Teacher-Student Interaction: During center time, teachers can call each student over to discuss why the star is unique, using the Star of the Week poster to prompt diverse and thoughtful answers.
Celebration Activities: Detailed procedures for celebrating the Star of the Week, including student-created posters, name songs, snack sharing, and the option for parents to be guest readers or send in a favorite book.
Editing in Canva:
Log in to Canva or create a free account if you don't have one.
Click the link provided with this download to access the template.
Edit as needed – insert the student's name, picture, and any other specific information.
Download and print your personalized Star of the Week Book.
Celebrate the individuality and spirit of each child in your classroom with the Star of the Week Book, fostering a sense of community, recognition, and personal growth. By involving students, teachers, and parents in this delightful tradition, you create a memorable and enriching experience that lasts throughout the school year.
