Washi Tape… Student Sticks

I have seen everyone doing cute things with Washi Tape and I haven’t had time to:
a) figure out what it is
b) figure out how to use it
I went to Michael’s and found some Washi Tape in the scrapbooking section.  It is just a roll of tape that has cute prints on it!  It can peel off, and re-stick, so it is easy to work with!  I decided to use the Washi Tape on my student sticks!
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Here are my supplies: 
1. a jar
2. Washi Tape
3. Popsicle sticks

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I wrapped one end of the popsicle stick in the Washi Tape.

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Then I wrote the student numbers on the sticks.

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How this works is, I will place all of the sticks in the jar, Washi Tape facing up.  I will pull out a sick and read the number.  That child will either answer the question, or it will be their turn.  Once their turn is over, I will place the stick back in the jar, WASHI SIDE DOWN.  That way, I will know that the student has already had a turn.  Once everyone’s stick is Washi side down, I will flip all of the sticks over, and start again!  Fair and square?  I think so!
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In years past, I have done this same thing, but painted both ends of the stick different colors.  But then you have to wait for them to dry (and I make a mess).  I was going to do the other end of the stick a different color Washi Tape…but why?  This saves money and time, and still looks cute!

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6 responses to “Washi Tape… Student Sticks”

  1. kindermom Avatar
    kindermom

    I just bought two rolls and had no idea what I was going to do with it. Now I do!! Thanks so much! What a simple but fantastic idea!

  2. Holly Avatar
    Holly

    Look at you…lovin' those mad Washi tape skills…pretty dang cute!

    Holly
    Crisscross Applesauce in First Grade

  3. Sara B Avatar
    Sara B

    Awesome idea.. I love that it's simple.
    Mrs. Brown Loves Bookworms

  4. Crystal Avatar
    Crystal

    You have no idea how much time I wasted PAINTING and MOD PODGING tongue depressors and clothespins the past three weeks!!!! I wish I was as smart as you!! I"m SOOOO doing this next time! THANK YOU!!!

  5. Unknown Avatar
    Unknown

    Such a great idea! I have been using clothespins for years and had to remake them each year because I put the students' names on them. This is so much easier and I can use year after year. Thanks so much.

  6. The Rosie Okie Avatar
    The Rosie Okie

    Wow!! You are a genius!! I am back in school working on my second bachelors right now to become an elementary teacher! I met my dream guy and wanted to graduate the first time in a hurry… then we had our sweet little baby!! Anyway, I will be pinning ALLLLLL of you amazing ideas!! Thanks for the "pinspiration"!

    -Amanda, lilmrschatterbox.com