One of the things I always take care of before school starts are my birthday treats for my students. It is so nice to have these done and stored away and not have to worry about getting things together the day before {or the day of} a classroom birthday.
{You can see a picture of the what I did last year and the year before.}
This year I bought this big bag of skittles at Sam’s. I printed tags {you can download the tags here.} And, I used little clear pillow boxes.
I printed my Happy Birthday tags on labels- but you could easily just tape them on. I all ready had my pillow boxes. They are “around 2 1/2 x 3 inches. {amazon link}
I filled up 15 of the pillow boxes and had at least 1/2 of this big bag left.. you might can get away with buying the smaller bag at places like Walmart. {or buy the individual snack size bags}.
I also had some small ziplock bags that would work perfect. These are much cheaper than the little pillow boxes. {amazon link}
I will store these in a plastic box that has a lid to keep them fresh all year {and out of sight of little eyes}.
Here are the links again …
Super cute!!! Thanks for sharing! I think this is what I'll be doing for my birthday treats, too!!
ReplyDeleteKelly
Those are so cute! I had no idea you could buy those pillow boxes. I may need to invest in some now!
ReplyDeleteSara :)
Smiling In Second Grade
So bright and colorful! If I don't do these things ahead of time, I end up remembering that morning and have to rush to get it together! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLindsey
Lovin’ Kindergarten
Love these! I need to go to Michael"s NOW!!!!
ReplyDeleteJennifer
Teaching with Grace
So simple, so classic - I love these! Pillow boxes are a great idea. :)
ReplyDeleteCatherine
The Brown-Bag Teacher
LOVE IT! I like getting as much stuff done before school starts as possible!
ReplyDeleteYeehaw! Teaching in Texas
Thanks for sharing! I love this idea. :)
ReplyDeleteColleen Patton
Mrs. Patton’s Patch
I love it! Plus skittles are gluten free :)
ReplyDeleteBridget
Literacy Without Worksheets
Definitely stealing your tags. <3 it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteSO cute! I was just thinking today about switching up my birthday treats for the kiddos - thanks for the idea!
ReplyDelete~Jessica
Joy in the Journey
A rainbow of fun!
ReplyDeleteSimple and cute!! I love this idea! Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
Learning Is Something To Treasure
HOW CUTE! I just love these. This is a great idea; thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDelete~Leslie
http://thetallytales.blogspot.com
What a great idea! Your kiddos are going to love these on their birthdays=)
ReplyDeleteLisa L.
TGIF- Third Grade Is Fun
Love these! Do you know the number of the label?
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
So cute and simple. Plus who doesn't love candy!?
ReplyDeleteLindsay
For the Love of First Grade
Thanks so much! Wonderful idea that I plan on using!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the labels! Cute and simple!! :)
ReplyDeleteTonya
Aw! Love that idea!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I gave your idea a shout out on my newbie blog with links to this page. I love your idea!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI love these birthday treats. I have a question about your cross that you made for your school auction. Do you paint the canvas and then paint the brown cross before you have the kids add their colors to decorate. We have an auction and I would love to try this in the fall.
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Tracey
thorsfall@seton.pvt.k12.ia.us