Not only are bookmarks a tool to help students track while reading and keep their place in a book, but they also get elementary students excited about reading! These printable summer bookmarks for kids are a student and teacher favorite. This summer bookmark pack includes 8 themed bookmark templates students can customize but cutting, coloring, decorating, and adding a tassel to them. Learn more about the summer bookmarks below!
What Do the Printable Summer Bookmarks Include?
The summer bookmark packet includes the following:
- 6 summer themed bookmarks to color
- 1 border-only bookmark for a quote or drawing
- 1 blank create-your-own bookmark with tassel option
Why Teachers Love the Printable Summer Bookmarks
Elementary teachers love these bookmarks because…
- They promote reading motivation by encouraging students to read with a personalized bookmark they created themselves.
- They support creativity and self-expression as students bring their unique personalities to life through coloring and design.
- They’re quick and easy to prep, which saves them lots of time.
- They build fine motor skills by engaging students in cutting, coloring, and crafting activities that enhance coordination and pencil control.
- They make thoughtful student gifts that are easy to personalize.
Why Students Love the Printable Summer Bookmarks
Elementary students love these bookmarks because…
- They get excited to read when they can use a bookmark they designed themselves.
- They love expressing their creativity through coloring and decorating each bookmark in their own unique way.
- Hands-on activities like cutting, coloring, and adding tassels are engaging for students.
- They feel proud of their finished bookmarks because they got to customize it.
- They make meaningful connections to books by writing favorite quotes or personal messages on their bookmarks.
10 Ways to Use the Summer Bookmarks in Your Classroom
Below is a list of ways teachers often choose to use the bookmarks:
- fast finishers
- sub plans
- morning work
- literacy centers
- holiday or seasonal craft
- classroom library extras
- student gifts
- reading motivation
- indoor recess activity
- art integration
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