Elf on the Shelf {directed drawing}

It's been a long time since I have posted, and I hope everyone has had a great school year so far! As I mentioned this summer, I made the grade jump from Kindergarten to 3rd grade and I am teaching at a new school. I've been super busy but am loving every minute of it. I thought I would share a couple of ideas to get you through the next week before break. Recently I did a directed drawing of the Elf on the Shelf with my third graders. It was super easy and they turned out so cute! You can find the steps below, Also, if you are having a hard time taming the pre-winter break chaos, here's a great idea for behavior.... I use a clip chart in my room, and if the students get to the top of the chart, I will wrap their desk in wrapping paper. I purchased paper from the dollar store and the kids have been working so hard to get their desk wrapped. It's very cheap, easy, and effective! Have a great Christmas break! My resolution for 2017 is to post more on the blog :)

This is what the gift wrapped desks look like :) so fun!