2015 North Star Teacher Resources

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Table of Contents Bulletin Boards & More

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NEW! NSTR Products for 2015

Bulletin Boards ................................. 3-23, back cover Fill Me In Activity Posters ...........................................7 Time Links .................................................................. 7-9 Mini Bulletin Boards ..................................................24 Bulletin Board Accents .............................................25 Quick-Study Posters ............................................ 26-27 All Around the Board Trimmers ......................... 28-31 Trimmers ......................................................................32 Alphabet Essentials ...................................................32

Bulletin Boards – pages 3-7, back cover NS3071 NS3079 NS3080 NS3081 NS3127

Scientists Biomes Transportation Learning Parade: Show What You Know! Christmas Tree

Time Links – page 7

NS1416 Science in Action

Bulletin Board Accents – page 25 NS3209 Transportation NS3252 Ornaments

Language Cards – page 42

Alphabet & Number Lines Desk Plates & Desk Prompts

NS9095 Canadian Provinces & Territories

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Desk Plates ........................................................... 34-35 Adhesive Desk References ......................................36

Seat & Cubby Signs

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Banners

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Language Cards

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Jumbo Language Cards ............................................40 Language Cards ................................................... 41-46

Awards & Incentives

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Arm Charms ................................................................47 Anytime Awards .........................................................48 Bookmarks ..................................................................48 Incentive Punch Cards ..............................................49 Mini Incentive Charts ................................................50 Classroom Incentive Charts .....................................51 Pencil Flags .................................................................51

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Bulletin Boards & More NEW! Learning Parade: Show What You Know! Celebrate learning in grand style with a parade of bright and friendly barnyard animals! Display student work, acknowledge milestones, spotlight students’ achievements and classroom events, and welcome visitors to the classroom with these whimsical creatures. Includes 10 die-cut parade animals ranging in size from 13¾" x 9" (34.9 x 22.9 cm) to 6" x 6¼" (15.2 x 15.9 cm), a 21" x 15" (53.3 x 38.1 cm) banner, 12 award ribbons, and 11 decorative accents. 34 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3081 $12.99

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Bulletin Boards & More NEW! Biomes Capture students’ attention with this innovative portrayal of fundamental science curriculum. Styled like comic book pages, this bulletin board set acquaints students with eight biomes, highlighting features of each including plants, animals, temperature, and precipitation. Each poster also includes unusual nature photography, as well as fascinating facts about plant adaptations and animal survival strategies. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. NS3079 $11.99

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Bulletin Boards & More NEW! Transportation It’s a busy world and people are constantly on the move, using a huge variety of vehicles to travel from here to there! Familiarize students with common means of transportation using these photographic representations of passenger and cargo vehicles. Includes a 39½" x 8" (100.3 x 20.3 cm) banner and die-cut pieces ranging in width size from 4" (10.2 cm) to 16" (40.6 cm). 22 pieces. NS3080 $12.99

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Matching bulletin board accents NS3209, pg. 25

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Bulletin Boards & More NEW! Scientists Using the discoveries and experiences of world-famous scientists, show students the surprisingly broad reach of science— both within and outside a traditional laboratory setting. Each poster features three scientists who have contributed significantly to a field of scientific study, providing details about their lives, research, and the impact of their contributions. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. NS3071 $11.99

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Compatible Time Link NS1416, pg. 7


Bulletin Boards & More Time Links Energize learning and spark enthusiasm about historical events and people with Time Links, our original and engaging alternative to traditional timelines. Time Links offer at-a-glance sequencing of events, people, and other important chronological or historical details. Unlike standard timelines, Time Links provide expanded details about the featured topic, but are still concise and compact. Each Time Link fosters learning and promotes recall through • colorful, instructive imagery to provide context and broaden understanding each • engaging headlines and explanatory paragraphs • concluding material to help students connect and apply new information

$5.99

NEW! NS1416 Science in Action

Separate title and conclusion pieces allow flexibility in configuration and accommodate display areas of all sizes.

Includes a reduced-size version of product assembled end to end to serve as a reference guide, study aid, 5 8 high x 88" long and planning tool. Product is 7¼" (19.4 x 223.5 cm) when assembled end to end.

Compatible bulletin board NS3071, pg. 6

Fill Me In Activity Posters Shine the spotlight on your students individually with these imaginative activity posters. A great way to introduce classmates to each other or feature star students, these posters invite kids to share fun facts about themselves and creatively illustrate their ideas. Each package contains thirty-two 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm) posters.

$12.99 per package Thirty-two activity posters per package.

Fill Me In: I’m One of A Kind!

Fill Me In: Student Superhero!

NS3090

Invite students to express themselves with these colorful all-about-me posters.

NS3092

Fill Me In: In the Spotlight!

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NS3091

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Bulletin Boards & More Civil Rights Pioneers

Introduce students to some of the most influential individuals of the civil rights era. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters feature African Americans whose leadership and courageous actions energized the nation, and advanced the movement toward justice and equality for all U.S. citizens. 8 pieces. NS3078 $11.99

Time Links Civil Rights Headline Heroes

NS1414 $5.99

Companion Product

(See pg. 7 for product features and benefits)

Leaders and Achievers

Familiarize students with some of the most powerful character traits demonstrated by successful leaders throughout history. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters feature well-known African American historical figures, their leadership qualities, and the influence of these characteristics on their achievements. Inspirational quotes from each individual underscore their exemplary leadership qualities. 8 pieces. NS3056 $10.99

Great Women of America

Explore the lives of women whose intelligence, determination, talents, and creativity helped define and advance American culture. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters—each featuring three women in a designated field—introduce prominent historical figures and familiarize students with their achievements. From politics and activism, to sports and adventure, these individuals earned America’s respect, and continue to inspire young people to set and achieve goals in a variety of fields and careers. 8 pieces. NS3077 $11.99

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Bulletin Boards & More Inventions: 1810-1965

Explore a variety of inventions that impact our daily lives—from lifesaving medical devices and vital methods of transportation, to simple modern conveniences and products for entertainment. Each 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) poster features three categorized inventions and provides details about the inventors and the origin of their inventions. 8 pieces. NS3076 $11.99

Time Links What an Invention!

NS1413 $5.99

Companion Product

(See pg. 7 for product features and benefits)

Compatible Time Link highlights important inventions. America's Founders

Investigate the bold actions and progressive thinking of the men who helped establish America as an independent nation. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters focus on the personalities at the forefront of the American Revolution, and highlight the role of each in shaping the ideals that define America. 8 pieces. NS3075 $11.99

Time Links Revolution! Becoming America

NS1412 $5.99

Companion Product

(See pg. 7 for product features and benefits)

Compatible Time Link illustrates America’s path to independence.

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Bulletin Boards & More Literary Genres

Shine a spotlight on literary genres with this innovative approach to teaching fundamental subject matter. Styled after vintage movie posters, this bulletin board set acquaints students with eight major genres of literature, highlighting common themes, character traits, settings, story structures, and literary devices. From the intense suspense and puzzling events of a mystery to the well-researched, chronological details of a biography, each poster offers a snapshot of the featured genre’s major elements. Includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters and a two-page teacher guide. 8 pieces. NS3045 $10.99

Poetry

Invite students on an inspiring tour of the colorful world of poetry! Styled after vintage travel posters, this bulletin board set acquaints students with traditional poetic devices and standard poetry forms, highlighting the imagery, language, structure, and mood of each. Includes six 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters and a 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm) theme poster. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 7 pieces. NS3068 $10.99

Reading Adventures

Renew students’ enthusiasm for reading and capture their imagination with these inventive posters. Ideal for use in classrooms, libraries, and public areas, this set features vintage illustrations from classic children’s books, re-styled with vibrant color and an original artistic treatment. Includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. NS3062 $10.99

Matching incentive punch card NS2418, pg. 49

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Bulletin Boards & More Green Choices Add Up

Teach kids that small changes in their daily routines add up to big benefits for the earth! Colorful photographs show practical ways young people can make a difference in their homes, schools, and communities. Each poster also features a fun fact to demonstrate the cumulative impact of small changes. Includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. NS3065 $10.99

Colorful Words

Expand students’ understanding of the importance of vivid, specific word choices to make their writing more descriptive, interesting and accurate. An 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) introductory poster familiarizes students with the difference between non-descript (pale) words and descriptive (colorful) words. Seven additional 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters, with engaging bird photographs and bright colors to capture students’ attention, offer examples of pale words and colorful alternatives. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 8 pieces. NS3057 $10.99

Build A Healthy Plate

Offer students a fun, active way to learn about good food choices! This set emphasizes the importance of choosing balanced meals and demonstrates the simplicity of making healthy, complementary food selections. Designed for multiple uses, the set is equally effective as an introduction to a unit on nutrition, a hands-on activity in a classroom center, or a unique method of encouraging kids to try new foods. Includes an 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) printed placemat, color-coded food cards of varying sizes designed to fit like puzzle pieces on the printed plate, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 60 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3054 $12.99

Use in combination with the English/Spanish Food language cards (NS9084, pg. 46) for a more comprehensive study of food groups and healthy eating!

Matching trimmer NS4239, pg. 31

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Bulletin Boards & More Kindness & Respect

Adorable animal photographs offer students a unique view of eight positive character traits that foster friendly and supportive relationships. Each poster features an encouraging quote from a well-known author, educator, or community leader. Includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. NS3061 $10.99

Encouragement

Affirm and encourage students with these simple messages and uncomplicated images, combined with uplifting quotations from well-known educators, community leaders, and public figures. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters communicate the intrinsic value of every individual and remind us of each person’s ability to make a contribution and improve society. 8 pieces. NS3069 $10.99

Growing in Character

Show kids that character counts! Build a deeper understanding of positive character traits with simple instructive phrases and vivid photographs of animals modeling suggested behaviors. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. 8 pieces. NS3043 $10.99

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Bulletin Boards & More Core D emocratic Values

Introduce students to the values essential to democracy. Features common good, diversity, equality, individual rights, justice, patriotism, popular sovereignty, and truth. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 8 pieces. NS3025 $10.99

Recommended trimmer NS4213, pg. 29

Character Education

Engaging photos highlight building blocks for developing strong character and a caring classroom community. Features citizenship, diligence, fairness, honesty, integrity, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 8 pieces. NS3023 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4212, pg. 29

Kids in Motion

Inspire kids to be fit and active with motivating messages and energizing photos. Eight bold 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. 8 pieces. NS3058 $10.99

Use in combination with the Kids in Motion language cards (NS9085, pg. 43) to encourage life-long fitness!

Recommended trimmer NS4002, pg. 32

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Bulletin Boards & More Extreme Motivators

Positive Messages

Inspire students with bold, upbeat messages and exciting photos. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Brighten your classroom walls with a splash of color and affirm kids of all ages with these motivational messages! Twelve 7 1/ 3" x 17" (18.6 x 43.2 cm) posters encourage students to be confident and accept challenges with enthusiasm. 12 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3022 $10.99

NS3050 $10.99

Matching bookmarks NS2017, pg. 48

Teen Talk

Positive Principles

Encourage students to let their positive character traits shine with these expressive images. Photos feature youth who are compassionate, confident, courageous, honest, respectful, responsible, strong, and thoughtful. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters per package. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3032 $10.99

Engage pre-teens and teenagers in a dialogue about important issues facing students in upper elementary grades through high school. Using colorful, appealing photographs, each 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) poster communicates a positive message for young people. Featured topics include alcohol, body image, dating, depression, hygiene, internet safety, mood-altering drugs, nutrition, performance-enhancing drugs, personal safety, stress, and tobacco. 12 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3030 $12.99

Matching trimmer NS4218, pg. 29

Matching trimmer NS4219, pg. 29

Education Opens Doors

Reaffirm the importance of a strong education! Encouraging phrases and friendly photos reinforce the connection between education and future success, and challenge young people to apply themselves to their schoolwork. Features eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3044 $10.99

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Under Pressure!

Help teenagers recognize and resist peer pressure with this encouraging eight-poster set. Each 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) poster candidly addresses a common peer pressure related to smoking, drinking, drug use, sexual activity, body image, materialism, gang involvement, academic performance, clothing choices, or popularity. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3055 $10.99


Bulletin Boards & More Globalization

Natural Disasters

NS3029 $10.99

Not all pieces shown.

Fueled by technology and an expanding communication network, globalization is a process that links people, ideas, and shared activities around the world. This set features a 33" x 11" (83.8 x 27.9 cm) banner, a 33" x 5½" (83.8 x 14 cm) definition card, and five 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters that focus on how globalization impacts culture, the economy, the environment, health, and technology worldwide. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 7 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Explore the destructive power of natural disasters and uncover the science behind the devastation. Featuring vivid colors and striking photography, this set examines commonly occurring natural disasters, their impact on human populations and the environment, and historical examples of disasters worldwide. Features a 34" x 5½" (86.4 x 14 cm) banner, five posters—one 34" x 16½" (86.4 x 41.9 cm) and four 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm)—and a four-page teacher guide. 6 pieces. NS3053 $12.99

Matching trimmer NS4238, pg. 31

Alternative Energy, Renewable Resources

Energy has gone green and the future holds exciting potential for alternative power sources that are both Earth-friendly and renewable. This set features a 34" x 5½" (86.4 x 14 cm) banner and a 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm) poster that summarizes alternative energy forms, including wind, wave, geothermal, solar, and biomass/biofuel power sources. Five additional posters—two 17" x 16½" (43.2 x 41.9 cm) and three 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm)— provide expanded details about each form of alternative energy. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 7 pieces.

Global Warming

Explore the effects of global warming and help kids discover their role in preserving and protecting Earth. Featuring a 34" x 5½" (86.4 x 14 cm) banner and five posters—one 34" x 16½" (86.4 x 41.9 cm) and four 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm)—the set explains the greenhouse effect, the sources of greenhouse gases, the impact of global warming, and the ways kids can become earthkeepers. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 6 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3033 $12.99

Not all pieces shown.

NS3034 $12.99

Matching trimmer NS4217, pg. 29

Those Who S erve

There are heroes all around us! Use this set to help students develop an appreciation for those who serve. Features 9 pieces showing 14 areas of service, 8 signs, and 20 stars. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 37 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3020 $10.99

Ocean Conservation

Help students explore their role in caring for the ocean and protecting its treasures, even if they live hundreds of miles from the coast. Features a 34" x 5½" (86.4 x 14 cm) banner and five posters—one 34" x 16½" (86.4 x 41.9 cm) and four 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm)—highlighting the ocean’s influence on our planet; the effects of trash; threats to ocean health; unusual marine species; and practical ways kids can be ocean protectors. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 6 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3051 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4229, pg. 30

Recommended trimmer NS4241, pg. 31

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Bulletin Boards & More Foundations in Algebra

Introduce elementary school students to the building blocks of algebra with this engaging poster set. Focusing on fundamentals such as repeating patterns, growing patterns, and analysis of change, the set culminates in an introduction to simple algebraic equations. A mini-workbook with 16 reproducible worksheets and an accompanying answer key offers immediate, practical exercises to help students master the concepts presented. Posters measure 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm). 4 pieces. NS3066 $10.99

Includes a mini-workbook with 16 reproducible worksheets, plus answer key.

Introductory Geometry

Familiarize students with the basics of geometry through these colorful posters. In addition to featuring polygons and 3-D shapes, the posters introduce different types of angles and triangles, and teach students the fundamentals of geometric formulas and equations. A mini-workbook with 16 reproducible worksheets and an accompanying answer key offers immediate, practical exercises to help students master the concepts presented. Posters measure 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm). 4 pieces. NS3067 $10.99

Includes a mini-workbook with 16 reproducible worksheets, plus answer key.

Punctuation Power

Introduce students to important punctuation rules and help them become better writers by using proper punctuation. This set covers fundamental rules of punctuation and includes clearly applied examples of each rule. A miniworkbook with ten reproducible worksheets and a two-page answer key offers immediate, practical exercises to help students master the use of basic punctuation. Posters measure 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm). 4 pieces. NS3063 $10.99

Includes a mini-workbook with ten reproducible worksheets, plus answer key. The Stock Market

Introduce students to the fast-paced world of investing. Set includes a 22" x 5" (55.9 x 12.7 cm) banner and 6 posters highlighting the basics: stocks, bonds, treasuries, mutual funds, online resources, and more. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 7 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3028 $10.99

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Matching trimmer NS4216, pg. 52


Bulletin Boards & More Music Genres

Set the stage for a fresh, new approach to music education! From the impromptu variations of jazz to the structured harmonies of classical music, this bulletin board acquaints students with eight top music genres, highlighting the foundations and history, as well as the signature sounds and instruments, of each. Includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters and a two-page teacher guide. 8 pieces. NS3059 $10.99

Learning to Read Music

Introduce the language of music with this in-depth, four-poster set that acquaints students with music basics such as note recognition, rhythm, tempo, pitch, musical symbols, and other beginning musical concepts. Each 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm) poster spotlights a specific area within the general topic, encouraging students to dig deeper into the subject matter. Set includes 16 reproducible worksheets. 4 pieces. NS3352 $10.99

Composers

Reveal the real people behind the white wigs with this original and unconventional approach to famous composers of the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters introduce major composers and provide snapshots of their personal characteristics, musical achievements, famous compositions, life events, and interests. 8 pieces. NS3072 $11.99

Musical Instruments

Invite students to explore a unique neighborhood inhabited entirely by musical instrument families. Imaginative illustrations of individual households provide an engaging backdrop for photographs of the four primary instrument groups. A coordinating poster focuses on combining the instrument families into an orchestra or band. Features six 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm) posters and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 6 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3037 $12.99 Matching trimmer NS4231, pg. 30

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Bulletin Boards & More All Kinds of Kids Help kids learn to respect and value all people, regardless of differences in their interests, abilities, and appearances. These bulletin board sets feature close-up photography of preschoolers, elementary school-aged children, kids with special needs, and children from a variety of countries and cultures. Each set includes eight 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters. All Kinds of Kids: Differing Abilities NS3047 $10.99

All Kinds of Kids: Preschool NS3048 $10.99 Not all pieces shown.

Recommended trimmer NS4230, pg. 30

All Kinds of Kids: Elementary NS3049 $10.99 Not all pieces shown.

Recommended trimmer NS4230, pg. 30

All Kinds of Kids: International NS3031 $10.99

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Bulletin Boards & More Superheroes

Energize your students with a burst of superhero WOW! These fun and versatile figures add a splash of color to bulletin board displays of students’ work, and are ideal decorations for classroom walls and hallways. Includes eight superheroes, each measuring approximately 10½" x 16" (26.7 x 40.6 cm). 8 pieces. NS3073 $11.99

Large, poster-size figures brighten classroom displays!

16½"

Matching trimmer NS4214, pg. 29 Matching bookmarks NS2019 and NS2020, pg. 48

10½"

Parts of Speech Superheroes

These superheroes make learning parts of speech dramatic and exciting! Each colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) poster features a clear definition and an example. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Math Superheroes

These superheroes make math a fun and engaging subject! Each colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) poster features a clear definition and an example. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3026 $10.99

NS3021 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4214, pg. 29 Matching trimmer NS4214, pg. 29

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Bulletin Boards & More Birthday Birds

Celebrate your flock with this fun set of humorous birds and their hatching brood of birthday chicks! Personalize the multi-colored eggs with students’ names and birthdays, and display them all year in labeled nests with seasonal accents. Rotate the nests on the colorful tree limb to highlight the current birthdays. Includes 35 blank eggs, a 32½" x 12½" (82.6 x 31.8 cm) banner, a 33½" x 12" (85.1 x 30.5 cm) limb, twelve nests, and 26 accent pieces. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 75 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3064 $12.99 Matching trimmer NS4240, pg. 31 Matching bookmark NS2018, pg. 48

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Welcome to Our Pack!

Includes a 16½" x 21½" (42 x 54.6 cm) crayon box, a banner, 31 crayons in blue, green, yellow, orange, pink, and red to use as name tags or labels, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 34 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3004 $10.99

Welcome to Our Corral

Round ‘em up! Welcome students to school with this fun and colorful theme. Use this bulletin board to motivate students, assign jobs, or reinforce concepts. Features a 35¼" x 9¼" (89.5 x 23.5 cm) “Welcome to Our Corral” banner and 5 of each accent piece (bandanna, boot, cactus, hat, saddle, and star). The 21½" x 16½" (54.6 x 41.9 cm) corral piece can be used to store accent pieces. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 33 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3027 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4004, pg. 32

Welcome Aboard!

Welcome to Our Den

Sail into a rollicking classroom adventure! Welcome students and visitors to the classroom, highlight student work, and add flair to displays with this colorful bulletin board set. Features a 21¼" x 7¼" (54 x 18.4 cm) banner, a 32¼" x 36¾" (81.9 x 93.3 cm) pirate ship, and three each of 11 themed accent pieces to accompany the ship or display independently around the room. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 37 pieces.

Tumble and frisk with playful pandas! Use this bulletin board to welcome students to a new year, accent displays of kids’ work, assign classroom tasks, or label desks, lockers and other designated areas. “Welcome to Our Den” banner measures 26¾" x 8½" (67.9 x 21.6 cm) and is accompanied by a 16¾" x 9" (42 x 22.9 cm) den and 36 pandas. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 39 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3060 $10.99

Not all pieces shown.

NS3035 $10.99

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Matching trimmer NS4215, pg. 29

Matching trimmer NS4233, pg. 30


Bulletin Boards & More Birthday Stars

Features a 32" x 5" (81.3 x 12.7 cm) “Birthday Stars” banner, four seasonal stars, 30 birthday stars for student names, and 12 birthday month labels. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 48 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3007 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4007, pg. 32

Spring Fun!

Features a 34" x 8½" (86.4 x 21.6 cm) “Spring Fun!” banner, a 21" x 15¾" (53.3 x 40 cm) basket, 36 flowers, 12 bees, 8 butterflies, and 4 hummingbirds. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 63 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3013 $10.99

Fall Fun!

Features a die-cut 21¼" x 16" (54 x 40.6 cm) apple basket for apple storage or display, 32 apples for use as name tags or labels, and 8 accents. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 41 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3006 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4006, pg. 32

Matching trimmers NS4207, pg. 28, and NS4023, pg. 32

Winter Fun!

Join these arctic pals for some fun in the snow! Polar bear measures 19¾" x 28½" (50.2 x 72.4 cm) and is accompanied by 9 winter friends and 15 colorful snowflakes. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 26 pieces.

Our Class Scrapbook

Set features 18 frames for 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) pictures, 18 frames for 2½" x 4" (6.4 x 10.2 cm) pictures, 72 corners, a 39¾" x 7¼" (101 x 18.4 cm) decorative sign, 17 camera accents, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 127 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3000 $5.99 Sale

Not all pieces shown.

NS3005 $5.99 Sale

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Bulletin Boards & More Healthy Habits

Motivate students to establish a healthy lifestyle! Engaging photos and fun illustrations highlight important messages about taking care of your body and mind. Features a 30½" x 10½" (77.5 x 26.7 cm) “Healthy Habits” banner, eight healthy habits reminders with themed accents, and 20 die-cut stars. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 38 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Behavior Basics

Teach kids to be considerate through the amusing antics of cartoon monsters. Eight colorful 11" x 17" (27.9 x 43.2 cm) posters remind students of thoughtful and polite behaviors to practice in the classroom and outside of school. 8 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3052 $10.99

NS3036 $10.99

Recommended trimmer NS4016, pg. 32

Matching trimmer NS4234, pg. 31

Ferris Wheel

Use as a job chart or pocket chart! Features a 28" x 27¼" (71.1 x 69.2 cm) ferris wheel, 33 tickets, 7 carnival accents, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 43 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3017 $10.99

Great Work!

Features 10 motivational kids, approximately 8-14" (20.3–35.6 cm) tall, 15 accents, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 25 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3002 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4026, pg. 32

Candy Count

Features a 29¼" x 7½" (74.3 x 19.1 cm) awning for use as a sign, 5 candy jars,56 candy pieces, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 63 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3018 $5.99

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Matching trimmers NS4208, pg. 28, and NS4002, pg. 32

Physical Fitness

Encourage health and fitness! Set features 10 activities, 10 motivational phrases, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 20 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3014 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4024, pg. 32


Bulletin Boards & More Backpack Job Chart

Simply write classroom jobs on the 12 backpacks and student names on the 37 school tools. Students assigned to jobs can place their names in the appropriate backpacks. Store remaining student names in the 15½" x 15½" (39.3 x 39.3 cm) “Our Class Helpers” backpack. All backpacks are die-cut for easy use. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 50 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Safety Rules!

Features a 31½" x 6" (80 x 15.2 cm) “Safety Rules!” banner, 10 safety scenes, 11 signs, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 23 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3012 $5.99 Sale

NS3003 $10.99

Matching trimmer NS4003, pg. 32

Barnyard Pocket Chart

Farm Animals Calendar

Includes a 31" x 21" (78.7 x 53.3 cm) barn, 30 farm animals stick puppets, a 32" x 6" (81.3 x 15.2 cm) pasture piece, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 35 pieces.

Features a 30½" x 20¾" (77.5 x 52.7 cm) barn calendar, a weather silo, 2 sets of calendar days in yellow and blue, 12 month cards, 38 special days and 5 blanks, 81 weather pieces, and 12 farm accents. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 221 pieces.

Not all pieces shown.

NS3016 $5.99 Sale

Not all pieces shown.

NS3011 $7.99 Sale

School Bus Calendar – Spanish

Features the same great artwork as NS3001 with Spanish translations for months, weekdays, and special days. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 252 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3001SP $14.99

School Bus Calendar

Features a 31½" x 21½" (80 x 54.6 cm) school bus calendar, 2 sets of calendar days in red and blue, 12 month cards, 38 special days and 2 blanks, and 129 weather pieces. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 252 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3001 $14.99

Matching trimmer NS4001, pg. 32

Matching trimmer NS4001, pg. 32

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Bulletin Boards & More Mini Bulletin Boards Mini bulletin boards are ideal for classrooms with limited display space. Each set features a banner, a variety of die-cut pieces, and a teacher guide.

Your Vote C ounts!

$5.99 per package

49 pieces.

Not all pieces shown.

NS1311

Amphibians

Reptiles

NS1301

NS1302

27 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

23 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Matching trimmer NS4224, pg. 52

Matching trimmer NS4223, pg. 52

Insects

Butterflies & Moths

Not all pieces shown.

NS1304

21 pieces.

21 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS1303

Matching trimmer NS4211, pg. 29

Land Mammals

Marine Mammals

NS1305

NS1306

26 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

26 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Matching trimmer NS4220, pg. 30

Matching trimmer NS4221, pg. 30

Birds

Winter Friends

NS1307

NS1308

32 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

26 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

Matching trimmer NS4222, pg. 30

Matching trimmer NS4235, pg. 31

Spring Friends

Fall Friends

NS1309

Not all pieces shown.

36 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

23 pieces. NS1310

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Matching trimmer NS4236, pg. 31

Matching trimmer NS4237, pg. 31


Bulletin Boards & More Bulletin Board Accents Use accents to liven up bulletin boards, desks, lockers, and cubbies! Can be used as name tags, labels, or to highlight student work. Twenty-four 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) sheets per package. Size of individual accents varies.

NEW! Transportation

Features 16 vehicles. 48 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3209

$4.99 per package Under the Sea

NEW! Ornaments

Features 12 sea creatures, plus bubbles. 136 pieces.

112 pieces.

Not all pieces shown.

Not all pieces shown.

NS3252

3"

NS3200

Sample product display

7½"

Farm Animals

Corral

Not all pieces shown.

Not all pieces shown.

NS3203

NS3206

Features 18 Western-themed items and 5 words. 92 pieces.

Features 19 farm animals. 76 pieces.

7" 5½"

Positive Power

Stars

Not all pieces shown.

Not all pieces shown.

NS3204

NS3207

Crayons

Superheroes

Not all pieces shown.

NS3208

Features 8 words and 8 shapes. 64 pieces.

Features 12 stars and 4 star clusters. 64 pieces.

Features 12 crayons and 12 scribbles. 96 pieces.

5"

Features 10 superheroes, 4 words, 6 lightning bolts, and 9 stars. 116 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3205

6"

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Bulletin Boards & More Quick-Study Posters Use these posters on bulletin boards, walls, or in classroom activity centers. Each poster features helpful information on the front and four reproducible worksheets on the back. 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm).

$2.49 each The Scientific Process NS3300 Encourage inquisitive thinking by teaching the six parts of the scientific process: state the question, gather information, form a hypothesis, test the hypothesis, draw conclusions, and report results.

SQ3R: A Reading Strategy

Story Mapping

NS3302 Give students a tangible way to review and remember parts of a story with these colorful scenes featuring characters, setting, problem/conflict, events, and solution/ resolution.

Character Education NS3303 Motivate students to build a strong character by highlighting these eight essential building blocks: citizenship, diligence, fairness, honesty, integrity, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.

9-1-1 Emergency NS3304 Staying cool is the key to handling a crisis. Help kids learn how to identify an emergency and get Immediate help by calling 9-1-1.

Simple Machines

Internet Safety Rules NS3306 Keep kids safe on the internet! Post these important guidelines in classrooms and near computers to help students remember how to navigate safely online.

Anti-Bullying NS3307 Encourage students to treat each other with respect! Includes practical suggestions to help students recognize and react appropriately to bullying.

NS3305 Simple machines are everywhere! Help students identify six simple machines, understand their function, and recognize their application in everyday tasks.

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NS3301 Help students improve reading comprehension with this strategy, which teaches students to survey, question, read, recite, and review reading selections.


Bulletin Boards & More

Fire Safety

NS3308 Familiarize students with life-saving fi re safety tips and fi re prevention guidelines. Practical worksheets include “My Fire Escape Plan” and a student “Fire Safety Checklist.”

Bicycle Safety

NS3310 Help students ride safely with these practical instructions for proper attire, hand signals, road signs, and riding etiquette.

Good Manners

NS3312 Encourage students to practice good manners! Engaging photographs and practical worksheets reinforce the importance of polite behavior and remind students to treat others with respect and kindness.

Recycling

Plant Life Cycle NS3314 Introduce students to the unending cycle of plant life with concise, step-by-step descriptions and unique, instructive photographs.

Cyberbullying

Messaging Manners NS3316 Clarify the importance of appropriate, honest text messaging and online posting. Includes practical guidelines for messaging and describes potential long-term effects of inappropriate messaging.

Test-Taking Strategies

NS3315 Build awareness of common cyberbullying tactics and help students recognize their role in putting an end to cyberbullying. Practical worksheets encourage students to discover ways to protect themselves and their peers from cyberbullies.

NS3313 Familiarize students with the benefits of recycling and encourage them to be dedicated recyclers! Includes four practical worksheets to underscore learning and help students apply information to their lives.

NS3317 Teach students at all levels to be effective test-takers by introducing these practical tips and guidelines.

Quick-Flip Poster Two-sided poster accommodates students’ increasing knowledge and skill. Featuring a Hundred Chart on one side, and a Counting 1-120 chart on the reverse, the poster includes shaded columns to assist students in learning to count by fives and tens. Poster measures 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm).

$2.89 each NS3318 Counting Charts

Side 1

Side 2

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Bulletin Boards & More

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

(F)

(G)

(H)

(I)

NS4200

NS4201

NS4202

NS4203

NS4205

NS4206

NS4207

NS4208

NS4209

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All Around the Board Trimmers Give your bulletin boards a unique edge! Each package includes 12 trimmers in 2 designs—8 horizontal and 4 vertical—and 16 decorative corners in 4 designs. Trimmers measure 3" x 39" (7.6 x 99 cm) and corners measure 3" x 3" (7.6 x 7.6 cm) for a total of 43' (13.1 m) per package.

$4.50 per package


Bulletin Boards & More

( A ) NS4200

Apples

( B ) NS4201

Positive Power

( C ) NS4202

Numbers

( D ) NS4203

Alphabet

( E ) NS4205

Farm Animals

( F ) NS4206

Readers Are Leaders

( G ) NS4207

Spring Fun!

( H ) NS4208

Great Work!

( I ) NS4209

Flower Garden

( J ) NS4210

Science

( K ) NS4211

Butterflies & Moths

( L ) NS4212

Character Education

( M) NS4213

Stars & Stripes

( N ) NS4214

Superheroes

( O ) NS4215

Welcome to Our Corral

( P ) NS4217

Global Warming

( Q ) NS4218

Teen Talk

( R ) NS4219

Positive Principles

43 feet total length!

(J)

(K)

(L)

(M)

(N)

(O)

(P)

(Q)

(R)

NS4210

NS4211

NS4212

NS4213

NS4214

NS4215

NS4217

NS4218

NS4219

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Bulletin Boards & More

Each set includes: • 8 horizontal trimmers • 4 vertical trimmers • 16 decorative corners in 4 different designs • 43 feet total length (A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

(F)

(G)

(H)

NS4220

NS4221

NS4222

NS4226

NS4228

NS4229

NS4230

NS4231

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$4.50 per package


Bulletin Boards & More

( A ) NS4220

Land Mammals

( B ) NS4221

Marine Mammals

( C ) NS4222

Birds

( D ) NS4226

Winter

( E ) NS4228

Nature

( F ) NS4229

Sea Creatures

( G ) NS4230

All Kinds of Kids

( H ) NS4231

Musical Instruments

( I ) NS4234

Healthy Habits

( J ) NS4235

Winter Friends

( K ) NS4236

Spring Friends

( L ) NS4237

Fall Friends

(M) NS4238

Caution

( N ) NS4239

Food

( O ) NS4240

Birthday Birds

( P ) NS4241

Historical America

( Q ) NS4242

Colors & Shapes

(I) NS4234

(J)

(K)

(L)

(M)

(N)

(O)

(P)

(Q)

NS4235

NS4236

NS4237

NS4238

NS4239

NS4240

NS4241

NS4242

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Bulletin Boards & More Trimmers Trimmers provide the perfect accent to your bulletin boards. Twelve colorful 3" x 39" (7.6 x 99 cm) trimmers per package.

$2.49 per package

Sale

Limited quantities, while supplies last!

NS4000 Cameras

NS4001 School Buses

NS4002 Great Work!

NS4003 Backpacks

NS4004 Crayons

NS4006 Apples

NS4007 Stars

NS4008 Bugs

NS4011 Under the Sea

NS4012 Alphabet

NS4013 Numbers (0-10)

NS4015 Smiley Stars

NS4016 Smiley Faces

NS4017 Handprints

NS4018 In the News

NS4019 Balloons

NS4020 Footprints

NS4021 Farm Animals

NS4022 Safety Rules!

NS4023 Spring Fun!

NS4024 Physical Fitness

NS4025 Trains

NS4026 Amusement Park

NS4028 Frogs

Alphabet Essentials Personalize your bulletin boards and classroom displays with these colorful and versatile punch-out letters, numbers, and symbols. Each set contains 281 characters measuring 1他" (4.4 cm) high and features 134 capital letters, 36 numbers, punctuation marks, French & Spanish characters, math & science symbols, and Internet symbols.

$5.99 per package

Shown at 50% of size.

NS1501 Monarch

Letters Punctuation

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NS1502 Carbonation

NS1500 Dragon Skin

Numbers

NS1503 Matador

Visit our website at nstresources.com for a detailed character count chart.


Alphabet & Number Lines Post number and alphabet lines in the classroom as a helpful reference to commonly used information.

$9.99 per package

NS9009 Traditional Manuscript (photos)

Alphabet Lines

NS9010 Modern Manuscript (photos)

Use these alphabet lines to teach the alphabet and proper letter formation. Each alphabet line measures over 14' (4.3 m) long when assembled. Seven 24¼" x 7 5/ 8" (61.6 x 19.4 cm) strips per package.

NS9028 Traditional Manuscript

NS9029 Modern Manuscript

NS9011 Traditional Cursive

NS9012 Contemporary Cursive

Number Lines Use these number lines to teach number recognition, counting, and proper number formation. Seven 24¼" x 7 5/ 8" (61.6 x 19.4 cm) strips per package.

NS9030 Counting 0 to 30

NS9013 Numbers 0 to 30

American Sign Language Use this alphabet line to teach the ASL manual alphabet. Hand symbols for all 26 letters. Measures over 14' (4.3 m) long when assembled. Seven 24¼" x 7 5/ 8" (61.6 x 19.4 cm) strips per package. NS9014

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Desk Plates & Desk Prompts Desk Plates Improve learning levels with these handy desk references. Simply write in student names and tape to student desks for year-round use. Each desk plate measures 19" x 5" (48.3 x 12.7 cm). 36 per package.

$6.99 per package Primary Primary desk plates include photo alphabet line, name plate with left and right handprints, 12" (30 cm) ruler, number line (0 to 30), shapes and colors, U.S. currency, and your choice between a Hundred Chart or Counting 1-120.

NS9003 Traditional Manuscript (with Hundred Chart)

Primary Traditional Manuscript

NS9026 Traditional Manuscript (Counting 1-120)

NS9004 Modern Manuscript (with Hundred Chart)

Primary Modern Manuscript

NS9027 Modern Manuscript (Counting 1-120)

Spanish

Note: In keeping with the 1994 decision from the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), the letters Ch (che) and LI (elle), which are not treated as separate letters in the dictionary, are not included in the alphabet line.

PRIMARY – Spanish Primary desk plates include alphabet line, name plate with left and right handprints, 12" (30 cm) ruler, number line (0 to 30), shapes and colors, money, hundred chart, days of the week, and months of the year.

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NS9007 Traditional Manuscript


Desk Plates & Desk Prompts Beginner Beginner desk plates include alphabet line, name plate with left and right handprints, shapes, colors, and numbers 0 to 10.

$6.99

per package NS9021 Traditional Manuscript

Beginner Traditional M anuscript

Beginner Modern Manuscript

NS9024 Modern Manuscript

Intermediate Intermediate desk plates include alphabet line, name plate, place value, 12" (30 cm) ruler, number line (–30 to 30), 12 x 12 multiplication chart, temperature chart, and equivalent fractions.

NS9005 Traditional Cursive

Intermediate Traditional Cursive

Intermediate Contemporary Cursive

NS9006 Contemporary Cursive

Canadian

Canadian

PRIMARY – Canadian Primary desk plates include photo alphabet line, name plate with right and left handprints, 30 cm ruler, number line (0 to 30), shapes and colours, Canadian currency, and hundred chart.

INTERMEDIATE – Canadian Intermediate desk plates include alphabet line, name plate, place value, 28 cm ruler, number line (-30 to 30), equivalent fractions, and a map of Canada.

NS9020 Traditional Manuscript

NS9025 Traditional Cursive

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Desk Plates & Desk Prompts Adhesive Desk References

Label students’ work areas and provide a quick reference to frequently used information with adhesive desk plates and desk prompts. These removable references can be adhered to desks, tabletops, lockers, notebooks and other smooth surfaces and initially can be re-positioned and re-affixed. Adhesive desk references peel off cleanly from most surfaces. All adhesive desk plates and desk prompts feature a write-on surface that is compatible with most markers and pens. Recyclable.

Adhesive Desk Plates 17½" x 4" (44.5 x 10.2 cm). 36 per package.

$9.99 per package NS9040 Traditional Manuscript (Adhesive)

Primary Primary desk plates include photo alphabet line, name plate with left and right handprints, 12" (30 cm) ruler, number line (0 to 30), shapes and colors, U.S. currency, and hundred chart. NS9041 Modern Manuscript (Adhesive)

NS9042 Traditional Cursive (Adhesive)

Intermediate Intermediate desk plates include alphabet line, name plate, place value, 12" (30 cm) ruler, number line (–30 to 30), 12 x 12 multiplication chart, temperature chart, and equivalent fractions. NS9043 Contemporary Cursive (Adhesive)

Adhesive Desk Prompts 4" x 3½" (10.2 x 8.9 cm). 36 per package.

$4.99 per package

Multiplication Chart

Hundred Chart

Colors, Shapes, Money Equivalent Values

Counting 1-120

NS9050

NS9051

NS9052

NS9054

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NS9053


Seat & Cubby Signs A seat and cubby sign all in one! Simply separate the 3" x 2" (7.6 x 5 cm) cubby sign from the 9" x 3" (23 x 7.6 cm) seat sign to personalize student areas or to use as labels throughout the classroom. 36 per package.

$3.49 per package

S! BONU Signs Cubby

NS5018 Playful Pups

NS5001 Backpacks

NS5000 Crayons

NS5003 Great Work!

NS5004 Stars & Stripes

NS5006 Bugs

NS5005 Apples & Books

NS5007 Alphabet

NS5008 Smiley Stars

NS5010 Handprints

NS5009 Smiley Faces

NS5011 Farm Animals

NS5012 Under the Sea

NS5016 Baby Animals

NS5014 Superheroes

NS5017 All Kinds of Kids

$2.79 per package

NS5002 School Bus Sale

NS5013 Amusement Park Sale

Sale

NS5015 Corral Sale

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Banners Bold, colorful banners encourage students and create a positive learning environment. Use these large banners to produce eye-catching displays or celebrate special occasions. Each banner measures 69" x 13" (175.3 x 33 cm) —nearly 6' (1.8 m) long! 1 per package.

To simplify storage and shipping, banners are folded to fit in a smaller package. Packaged product measures 13½" x 22½" (34.3 x 57.2 cm).

$5.99 each

Knowledge Is Power!

NS1213

Graduation NS1201

Graduación

NS1201SP

Welcome Back! NS1202

¡Bienvenidos!

NS1202SP

Welcome Parents! NS1203

Reading Takes You Places

NS1211

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Banners

We Are A Team!

NS1204

¡Somos Un Equipo! NS1204SP

Readers Are Leaders NS1206

Happy Birthday

NS1208

Feliz Cumpleaños NS1208SP

Read to Succeed NS1212

Books Rock NS1210

Merry Christmas NS1255

Feliz Navidad

NS1255SP

Learning Is Fun!

NS1200 $3.99 Sale

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Language Cards Jumbo Language Cards Motivate students to build their oral and written language skills with the interesting and thought-provoking images in these jumbo language card sets. Use the cards to stimulate classroom discussion, inspire stories, build vocabulary, and increase students’ ability to describe the world around them. Each set of sturdy jumbo language cards includes a two-page teacher guide. Photos measure 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm). 8 photos per set. Each set contains four cards with a photo on each side. per set

$14.99

Differing Abilities

Every person has unique talents and capabilities. These intriguing photos illustrate the active lives of children with special needs and familiarize students with adaptive equipment. NS9060

Animals

Entertain and inspire students with these images featuring familiar creatures in their natural habitats. NS9015

People

The world is filled with interesting people! These engaging photos focus on individuals of all ages, from swimming toddlers and rollerblading teenagers, to young friends playing together and a senior citizen sitting alone in the park. NS9016

Activities

Students will readily relate to these photos of busy kids playing outside, creating works of art, and helping out around the house. NS9017

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Language Cards Language Cards A picture paints a thousand words! Use these photos in a variety of activities to help stimulate the development of both oral and written language skills. Each set includes 34 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) photo cards and a teacher guide.

$15.99 per set

Beginner

Photos in this set focus on family, friends, familiar activities, community helpers, transportation, animals, food, holidays, and sports. Not all pieces shown.

NS9000

Intermediate

Photos in this set focus on family, friends, familiar activities, community activities, community helpers, people from far-off places, transportation, animals, holidays, and sports and recreation. Not all pieces shown.

NS9001

Advanced

Photos in this set focus on friends, familiar activities, community helpers, people from far-off places, architecture, social issues, disasters, history, cultures, nature, and sports and recreati on. Not all pieces shown.

NS9002

Occupations & Careers Familiarize students with the many ways people make a living. Two-sided cards vividly illustrate working men and women in a variety of occupations and careers. Not all pieces shown.

NS9083

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Language Cards NEW! Canadian Provinces & Territories

Introduce students to Canada’s provinces and territories with these engaging and informative two-sided language cards. Two cards are designated to each province/territory. The first card features full-colour photographs of the official flower, bird, and tree, along with an outline map of the province and capital, a representation of the flag, and facts about unique characteristics of the province/territory. The second card focuses on the capital and the land, providing photos and interesting facts about both, as well as an image of the designated shield or coat of arms. Additional cards include self-checking maps of the provinces/territories, capitals, rivers and other geographical features, enabling students to test their knowledge independently. Separate cards feature Ottawa and Parliament Hill, providing more details about the national capital. Includes 36 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards. Not all pieces shown. NS9095 $15.99

Historical Canada

Province & Territory Cards feature • photos of flower, bird, and tree • flag and shield/coat of arms design • capital city name, location, facts, and photos • Canadian map showing province/territory location • facts and photos of unique land attributes

Provide students with an overview of historical Canada through photographs of familiar Canadian landmarks and symbols, as well as representations of important events, places, and people in Canadian history. The set includes 34 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) photo cards (68 numbered photos) and a teacher guide identifying the subject of each photo. Not all pieces shown. NS9092 $15.99

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Language Cards U.S. States

Introduce students to the fifty states and their capital cities with these engaging and informative language cards. In addition to full-color photographs of the state flower, bird, and tree, each two-sided state card is packed with information, including the state’s location in the U.S., the capital city name and location, the state flag and quarter, unique state facts, and more. Self-checking U.S. maps correspond to the numbered state cards, enabling students to test their knowledge of states and capitals. A separate card features Washington, D.C., with historical information about the nation’s capital city. Includes 53 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards. Not all pieces shown. NS9094 $17.99

State cards feature •

photos of flower, bird, and tree •

state flag and quarter design •

capital city name and location •

U.S. map showing state location •

date and sequence of statehood •

interesting state facts

Historical America

Provide students with an overview of historical America through photographs of familiar U.S. landmarks and symbols, as well as representations of important events, places, and people in American history. The set includes 34 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) photo cards (68 numbered photos) and a teacher guide identifying the subject of each photo. Not all pieces shown. NS9087 $15.99

Matching trimmer NS4241, pg. 31

Kids in Motion

Encourage kids to get up and get moving! Photos and story starters focus on kids’ activities and sports, from casual outdoor play and recreational activities, to competitive individual and team sports. Designed to help stimulate the development of both oral and written language skills, this set includes 34 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) photo cards (68 numbered photos) and a teacher guide with usage ideas and sample story starters. Not all pieces shown. NS9085 $15.99

Use these cards as a companion to the Kids in Motion bulletin board (NS3058, pg. 13). 43


Language Cards American Sign Language Numbers 0-30

American Sign Language Alphabet Cards

NS9093 $15.99

Includes 26 two-sided photo cards. Photos measure 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm). Not all pieces shown.

Familiarize students with the American Sign Language numbers zero through 30. Each numbers card features a photo of the hand sign for a number on one side, and the numeral, word, and counting block pattern on the reverse side. Includes 31 self-checking, two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards and a teacher guide. Not all pieces shown.

Familiarize students with the American Sign Language manual alphabet. Each card features a letter of the alphabet. One side includes a photograph of the hand sign; the other side includes traditional capital and lowercase letters and a photo of a familiar object that illustrates the featured letter.

NS9082 $13.49

Animal Families

Show students the tender love and care of animal families with these adorable photographic language cards. Featuring a wide range of wild animals, pets, farm creatures, and birds, each numbered photo shows a baby animal and one or both parents. The set includes 28 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards (56 photos total), and matching numbered word cards with the name of the animal in English on one side, and in Spanish on the reverse. A list of corresponding English and Spanish terms for each animal’s baby (e.g., calf/ternero, duckling/patito, etc.) is also included. Not all pieces shown. NS9088 $15.99

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Amusing Animals

Show students the lighter side of the animal world with these entertaining language cards. Designed to help stimulate the development of oral and written language skills, the set includes 34 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) photo cards (68 numbered photos) featuring a variety of domestic and wild animals behaving in amusing ways. Includes a teacher guide with usage ideas and sample story starters. Not all pieces shown. NS9086 $15.99


Language Cards Colors & Shapes

Introduce students to basic colors and shapes and expand their practical knowledge of both with photographic examples of everyday objects. The set includes 31 two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) numbered cards featuring eleven colors and twenty shapes. Matching numbered word cards include the name of each color and shape in English on one side and in Spanish on the reverse. Not all pieces shown. NS9091 $15.99

Basic Classroom Labels

Develop students’ ability to recognize, read, and spell words for familiar objects in the classroom and school building. Cards are designed to be affixed directly to the pictured object, or to a surface nearby, using tape, poster putty, or Velcro. Includes 70 photo/word cards and a teacher guide. Labels measure 8" x 3" (20.3 x 7.6 cm). Not all pieces shown. NS9081 $15.99

Matching trimmer NS4242, pg. 31

Develop word recognition of familiar classroom objects.

Alphabet Basics

Teach students to recognize and form capital and lowercase letters of the alphabet with this straightforward black-and-white set. Ideal for use in a resource room or early elementary classroom, the self-checking cards feature a simple, non-distracting design that helps students focus exclusively on the letters. Use as a wall-mounted reference, a flashcard set, or for creating simple sight words. Includes 26 sturdy, two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards (one of each letter in the alphabet). Not all pieces shown. NS9089 $9.99

Non-distracting design ideal for use in resource rooms!

(Reverse side)

Combine cards to create simple sight words.

Number Basics

Familiarize students with numerals and words for the numbers 0 to 30 with this uncomplicated, black-and-white set. Ideal for use in a resource room or elementary classroom, the self-checking cards feature a simple, non-distracting design that permits students to focus exclusively on the numbers and words. The set contains operation signs (+, −, ×, ÷, =) for teaching simple equations and story problems. Includes 36 sturdy, two-sided cards measuring 103 4" x 25 8" (27.3 x 6.7 cm). Not all pieces shown. NS9090 $8.99

(Reverse side)

Use cards to teach simple equations and story problems.

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Language Cards Food

Numbered, color-coded food cards help students recognize the proper nutritional category of familiar foods. Twenty-eight two-sided 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm) cards feature full-color photos of foods in six nutritional groups: grains, fruit, vegetables, meat & beans, dairy, and oils. The set includes matching numbered word cards with the name of the food in English on one side and in Spanish on the reverse. Not all pieces shown. NS9084 $15.99

Daily Living Skills Progress Cards

Help students practice and master behaviors commonly demonstrated in the classroom and at home. Two-sided cards feature a photo representing the skill to be addressed and a chart with space to establish individualized goals, monitor progress, and recognize achievement. While the cards focus on behaviors that challenge special needs students—particularly those with autism—they are also valuable tools for any student who needs practice on a specific behavior. Each set includes 34 photo cards with designated charts, one undesignated chart for customized behavior goals, and a teacher guide. Photos/charts measure 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm). Not all pieces shown.

NS9080 $15.99

Use these cards as a companion to the Build A Healthy Plate bulletin board (NS3054, pg. 11). Emotions

Help students of all ages recognize and understand the subtleties of human emotion while expanding their oral and written language skills. Expressive, two-sided photo cards capture familiar childhood emotions. The set also includes related emotion word cards. Word and photo cards are purposely unmatched to facilitate lessons about the complexities of emotions and differences in interpreting facial expressions. Includes 26 two-sided photo cards and 64 word cards. Photos measure 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm).

Basic Vocabulary

An excellent tool for developing basic vocabulary skills, these full-color photos and matching word cards feature common objects found in everyday life. Includes 31 two-sided, numbered photo cards and matching word cards in English and Spanish. Photos measure 6" x 8" (15.2 x 20.3 cm). Not all pieces shown.

NS9008 $15.99

Not all pieces shown.

NS9019 $15.99

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Awards & Incentives Arm Charms Each package contains 72 paper bracelets measuring 8½" x 7/8 " (21.6 x 2.2 cm), with multiple colors, designs, and/or messages, plus 72 clear adhesive seals to secure the bands around the wrist.

$4.49 per package NS2500 Happy Birthday

NS2501 Positive Messages

NS2505 Smiles & Stars

NS2502 Positive Behavior

NS2506 Reading Rewards

NS2503 Great Work!

NS2507 Welcome!

Show your appreciation for students’ hard work with these motivating, versatile awards! NS2504 Superheroes

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Awards & Incentives Anytime Awards The perfect award for any reason! 8½" x 5½" (21.6 x 14 cm). 36 per package.

$2.49 per package NS6001 Great Work!

NS6002 Birthday Star!

NS6003 Star Student

NS6004 Reading Award

NS6005 Way to Go!

NS6007 Teamwork

NS6009 100th Day

NS6012 Super Speller

NS6014 Superheroes

NS6015 Happy Birthday

Bookmarks Celebrate achievements and encourage reading. 2" x 6½" (5.1 x 16.5 cm). 36 per package.

$3.99 per package NS2001

NS2004

NS2004SP

NS2005

NS2005SP

NS2010

NS2011

NS2018 Matching bulletin board NS3064, pg. 20

NS2012

NS2013

NS2014

NS2019

NS2020

NS2021

Matching bulletin board NS3073, pg. 19

NS2050 Assortment Pack (Selection may vary – no Spanish) 4 each of 9 different designs

NS2017 Positive Messages (Asst. Pack) 9 each of 4 designs

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Matching bulletin board NS3050, pg. 14


Awards & Incentives

NS2400 Great Work!

NS2400SP ¡Gran Trabajo!

Incentive Punch Cards A great way to motivate and inspire your class! Use these punch cards to keep track of good work, homework assignments completed on time, positive classroom behavior, number of books read, and more. Awards may be given when all 20 spaces on a card have been punched. 4" x 2½" (10.2 x 6.4 cm). 36 per package.

$3.99 per package Motivate positive student behavior one accomplishment at a time! NS2401 H.O.T. (Homework on Time)

NS2402 Star Student

NS2402SP Estudiante Brillante

NS2403 Super Reader!

NS2404 Super Speller

NS2405 Math Wiz

NS2406 Positive Behavior

NS2407 Teamwork!

NS2408 Music Maestro

NS2409 Get Fit!

NS2410 Superheroes

NS2410SP ¡Trabajo Súper!

NS2412 Way to Go!

NS2413 Building Character

NS2415 Great Attitude

NS2416 Good Citizen

NS2417 Handwriting Hero

NS2418 Seek Adventure: Read

NS2419 Take Time to Read

$2.99 per package

NS2400FR Sale Grand Travail!

NS2402FR Sale Étudiant Brillant

NS2410FR Sale Emploi Formidable!

NS2411 Sale Healthy Habits

NS2414 Sale Earthkeeper Hero

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Awards & Incentives Mini Incentive Charts Each chart has space for student’s name, chart’s purpose, and stamps or hand-written notes. 5¼" x 6" (13.3 x 15.2 cm). 36 per package.

$2.99 per package Encourage and reward progress with these colorful charts! NS2201 Great Work!

NS2202 Under the Sea

NS2203 Frogs

NS2205 Pumpkins

NS2206 Crayons

NS2207 Smiley Stars

NS2208 Apples

NS2209 H.O.T (Homework on Time)

NS2210 Superheroes

NS2212 School Tools

NS2213 Fall Leaves

NS2214 Snowflakes

NS2215 Hearts

NS2216 Shamrocks

NS2217 Butterflies

NS2221 All Kinds of Kids

NS2222 Positive Behavior

$1.99 per package

NS2200 Sale Farm Animals

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NS2204 Sale Amusement Park

NS2211 Sale Corral

NS2218 Sale Get Fit!

NS2219 Sale Flowers

NS2220 Sale Healthy Habits

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Awards & Incentives Classroom Incentive Charts Ideal for tracking student attendance, homework, classroom performance, or completed activities. Each chart has space for 36 student names. 17" x 22" (43.2 x 55.9 cm). Sold individually.

$.99 each

Sale

$1.99 each

NS2250 Farm Animals Sale

NS2251 Great Work!

NS2254 H.O.T. (Homework on Time)

NS2253 Stars

NS2255 Amusement Park Sale

NS2256 Under the Sea

NS2257 Apples

NS2258 Superheroes

NS2259 Corral Sale

Pencil Flags Pencil flags are constructed of durable card stock and designed to slide easily onto the top of a pencil. 3½" x 2" (8.9 x 5.1 cm). 36 per package.

$3.99 per package

Celebrate students’ achievements and recognize special days with these fun and colorful awards! Pencil not included

NS2600 Happy Birthday

NS2601 Way to Go!

NS2602 Super Job!

NS2603 Good Work!

NS2604 Star Student

NS2605 Welcome to Our Class

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Bargain Corner

Limited quantities, while supplies last!

ALL AROUND THE BOARD TRIMMERS

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)

NS4204 NS4216 NS4223 NS4224 NS4227 NS4232

Transportation The Stock Market Reptiles Amphibians Snakes H.O.T. (Homework on Time)

$2.79 per package (A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

(F)

NS4204

NS4216

NS4223

NS4224

NS4227

NS4232

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BRAIN-FLEXERSTM PUZZLE BOOKS Each 5½" x 8½" (14 x 21.6 cm) book features 16 pages of puzzles, cool graphics, fun facts, and an answer key. Not sold individually.

$9.99

12-count package Sale

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NS9100X12

NS9101X12

NS9102X12

NS9103X12

NS9104X12

NS9105X12

NS9106X12

NS9107X12

NS9108X12

NS9109X12

NS9110X12

NS9111X12


Limited quantities, while supplies last!

Bargain Corner

BULLETIN BOARDS Frogs

Includes a 31" x 13" (78.7 x 33 cm) banner, 12 habitats (branch, leaf, lily pad, and rock), 36 frogs, and a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 50 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3019 $5.99 Sale

Reptiles

Slither, creep, and crawl your way through the fascinating world of reptiles with this detailed study of lizards, snakes, alligators, turtles, and more! Amazing photography and engaging details about reptilian life capture students’ interest and reinforce learning about reptile characteristics, habitats, foods, and survival strategies. Features a 41½" x 8" (105.4 x 20.3 cm) banner, 11 information cards, five “Fantastic Fact” cards, and a two-page teacher guide. 19 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3040 $5.99 Sale

Mammals

Discover the unique behaviors and varying appearances of the most diverse animal group on our planet. Striking photographs and amazing details provide insight into some of the most unusual mammals on land and in the sea. Students will learn about mammal characteristics, habitats, foods, social groups, and more. Features a 39½" x 8¼" (100.3 x 21 cm) banner, 11 information cards, five “Fantastic Fact” cards, and a two-page teacher guide. 19 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3038 $5.99

Amphibians

Leap and slink your way into an exploration of amazing amphibians! Extraordinary photography and intriguing details about amphibian life engage students and reinforce learning about amphibian characteristics, habitats, foods, and life cycles. Features a 41½" x 8" (105.4 x 20.3 cm) banner, 11 information cards, five “Fantastic Fact” cards, and a two-page teacher guide. 19 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3041 $5.99 Sale

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Birds

Insects

NS3039 $5.99

NS3042 $5.99

Soar to a new level of learning with this expansive examination of the bird kingdom. Colorful photographs and remarkable details reveal the diversity of birds and illustrate bird characteristics, habitats, foods, and nesting habits. Features a 39" x 8" (99 x 20.3 cm) banner, 11 information cards, five “Fantastic Fact” cards, and a two-page teacher guide. 19 pieces. Not all pieces shown Sale

Uncover a surprising world of creepy crawlers, brilliant flyers, and crafty predators with this comprehensive study of insects. Close-up photographs and unusual facts offer students an engaging view of insect characteristics, habitats, foods, and survival tactics. Features a 40¾" x 8" (103.5 x 20.3 cm) banner, 11 information cards, five “Fantastic Fact” cards, and a two-page teacher guide. 19 pieces. Not all pieces shown. Sale

Bugs 100th Day

No-Excuse Words

Not all pieces shown.

NS3024 $5.99

Set includes 10 each of 10 different kinds of bugs— ants, bees, beetles, butterflies, caterpillars, dragonflies, grasshoppers, ladybugs, praying mantises, and spiders—and a “Happy 100th Day!" sign. Includes a four-page teacher guide with reproducibles. 101 pieces. NS3008 $6.99

Lower Elementary Words for Writing Success • G rades 1-3 Help students learn common words essential for reading and writing success. Features a 21½" x 3½" (54.6 x 8.9 cm) heading, 3 characters, and 140 words. Includes a two-page teacher guide. 144 pieces. Not all pieces shown. Sale

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Limited quantities, while supplies last!

TWO-SIDED POP-OUTS For easy decorating, simply pop out these two-sided decorations and hang them on windows, walls, doors, or as mobiles!

Apples

$1.99 each

Sale

School Bus

Large apple measures 12¾" x 14½" (32.4 x 36.8 cm). 6 pieces.

School bus measures 14¼" x 11¼" (36.2 x 28.6 cm). 7 pieces. NS1009

NS1000

Snowman

Treasure Chest

NS1001

NS1011

Stars

Amphibians

Snowman measures 12¾" x 15½" (32.4 x 39.4 cm). 9 pieces.

Large star measures 15" x 14¼" (38.1 x 36.2 cm). 6 pieces.

Treasure chest measures 15½" x 11½" (39.4 x 29.2 cm). 8 pieces.

6 pieces. NS1012

NS1003

Pumpkin

Pumpkin measures 14¾" x 14¼" (37.5 x 36.2 cm). 7 pieces.

Flower Garden 13 pieces. NS1014

NS1004

Weather

Sun measures 11¾" x 12" (29.8 x 30.5 cm). 14 pieces. NS1006

BOOKMARKS

2" x 6½" (5.1 x 16.5 cm). 36 per package.

$2.99

per package Sale

BULLETIN BOARD ACCENTS

$1.99 per package

NS2000 NS2002 NS2003 NS2007

Sale

Amphibians

Features 10 amphibians. 40 pieces. Not all pieces shown.

NS3202

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NS2009 NS2015 NS2016


Bargain Corner

Limited quantities, while supplies last!

MESSAGE BOARDS

Communicate classroom news about homework assignments, birthdays, important activities, current events, and more with the reusable write-on, wipe-off surface of these sturdy, colorful signs. Message boards measure 24" x 9½" (61 x 24.1 cm) and are for use with dry erase markers only.

$1.99 each

NS1400 Classroom News

NS1401 Star Student

NS1404 Don’t Forget!

NS1407 H.O.T. (Homework on Time)

NS1402 Birthday News

NS1405 In the News

NS1408 Build Your Word Power

NS1403 Classroom Helpers

NS1406 Weather Report

NS1410 What’s Happening?

NS1409 Here´s the Plan

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NS1411 Progress Chart

CLASSROOM SIGNS 6½” x 2” (16.5 x 5.1 cm). 36 per package.

$1.79

NS5050 Farm Animals

NS5051 Frogs

NS5053 Backpacks

NS5054 Apples

NS5055 Great Work!

NS5056 Bugs

NS5057 Physical Fitness

NS5058 Smiley Stars

NS5059 Spring Fun!

NS5060 Crayons

NS5061 Stars

PRINTER PAPER

8½" x 11" (21.6 x 27.9 cm). 36 sheets per package.

Sale

per package

ANYTIME AWARDS 8½" x 5½". 36 per package.

$1.29 each

Sale

2-up Printer Paper NS7000 ABCs & 1-2-3s NS7001 Smiley Stars

NS6000 Super Student

NS6006 Thank You!

NS6008 H.O.T. (Homework on Time)

NS6010 Have a Nice Summer!

NS6013 Caught Being A Good Friend

NS6050 Thank You!

NS7002 Smiley Faces NS7003 Handprints

$2.49 per package

Sale

NS7004 Apples NS7005 Balloons

1-up Printer Paper NS7100 ABCs & 1-2-3s

NS7102 Smiley Faces

NS7104 Apples

NS7105 Balloons

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Bulletin Boards NEW! Christmas Tree

Deck the halls (and classrooms) with festive Christmas displays! Decorate the 21½" x 33¼" (54.6 x 84.5 cm) evergreen tree with bells, tree-toppers, a traditional Christmas pickle, and ornaments in three sizes and six bright colors; personalize the bulbs with students’ names and photos, or use the accent pieces to create an endless variety of wreaths, garlands, trimmed displays of students’ work, or classroom banners. Bulbs numbered 1-25 are ideal for advent and countdown calendars, twelve days of Christmas displays, or December school-days calendars. 133 pieces. Not all pieces shown. NS3127 $12.99 Create a garland with or without a holiday phrase

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4 display options from 1 product

One 211/2" x 331/4" tree One each of angel, star, and pickle 16 large bulbs in two colors (3 1 16") 38 medium bulbs in six colors (2 3 8")

Build a wreath

24 small bulbs in six colors (13 4 ")

33¼"

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25 numbered bulbs in six colors (13 4 ") 26 bells

Assemble ornaments and bells into creative displays! Sample product display featuring ornaments personalized with students’ photos

See also Accents NS3252, pg. 25

Assemble an Advent calendar

North Star Teacher Resources uses Earth-friendly, vegetable-based inks for all our printed products, and our facilities incorporate the most advanced lighting fixtures to maximize energy efficiency.

Use bulbs numbered 1-25 for • Twelve days of Christmas displays • Advent calendars • D ecember school-days calendar

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