Mountains Classroom Theme Ideas

a mountain classroom theme for elementary teachers

WHY CHOOSE A MOUNTAINS CLASSROOM THEME

A mountains classroom theme is perfect for a teacher that loves hiking, natures and the outdoors. This theme gives a rustic feel to your classroom and brings the outdoors in. A favorite thing about this theme is the earthy, natural colors that can be incorporated such as greens, browns and tans.

This theme is perfect for any teacher that teaches about the environment, natures, and vegetation.

A mountain theme promotes a sense of adventure and exploration within the classroom community.

BULLETIN BOARD IDEAS

BULLETIN BOARD BACKGROUNDS

Create the look of mountains in the distance by layering different colored paper with raw edges or a zigzag cut, in greens and greys. Other paper options include rustic books and bulletin board backgrounds. Fabric with trees printed on it or pine needles looks great with this classroom theme.

BULLETIN BOARD TRIM

Cut paper triangles to give the look of mountains
Pine needle garland
Stirps of rustic wood paper
Bunches of craft paper
Cotton balls or paper snowflakes

BULLETIN BOARD TITLES

Title a bulletin board with the phrase “This Class Moves Mountains”
Display student work with the phrase “Work that Rocks”
Create a back to school bulletin board that says “Taking Learning to New Heights This Year”
Display the phrase “Just Keep Climbing” to encourage growth mindset
When creating your own titles use words like adventure, exploring, climbing, and heights

OTHER IDEAS FOR A MOUNTAIN CLASSROOM THEME

Use black electrical tape to create a mountain border along your walls
Bring in elements of wood such as wooden baskets, bookshelves and log slices
Display a map and place pins on some of the biggest, most notable mountain ranges
Add artificial snow to the tops of you mountain decorations in the winter
Create a display of different pictures of mountains. Have students bring in their own pictures of mountains they or their families visited or hiked