Cheerful Creatures

Thursday, July 12, 2012
"Cheerful Creatures!"

I remember growing up and getting one of these little pom-pom guys from my 1st grade teacher.  I think they were called warm fuzzies or love bugs.  I was inspired to make my own version when I saw them again on Amanda's blog, called the Teaching Chick."

I do a lot with my 4th graders and the book called "How  Full is your Bucket," and being a happy, positive person, so I knew I had to call my little fuzzy guys, "Cheerful Creatures!"  

The sparkly pom-poms were so soft!  I cut the felt out in a heart shape, and then hot glued on the wiggly eyes, antennas, and heart-shaped feet.  I decorated a container I bought from the Container Store, and typed up a little sign and description that I put inside the jar.

They are so cute to look at.  I am excited to hand them out to my students that are showing our 7 virtues and being "bucket-fillers."

I think I like so much too, because they remind me of "Marcel the Shell."  I will try and link up the video of that on my post too.  It is so funny!  Have fun making them!  



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8 comments:

  1. That is adorable Janna!! I love the concept of cheerful creatures. I'm definitely pinning this idea. Thanks for sharing! :)
    Lisa
    Learning Is Something to Treasure

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    1. Thank you Lisa. I think they are so sweet. I can't wait to give them out to my kids. :)

      Janna

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  2. Hi Jana,
    I am your newest follower. I gave your blog an award for blogs with under 200 followers. Check out my blog
    4th-5thgradehappiness.blogspot.com for the rules. Your blog is too cute!
    ~Wendy

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  3. I am a new follower and I can't wait to read more. Those creatures are adorable. Please be sure to come by my blog and link up to the "Blogs of Inspiration" page.
    Happy Teaching,
    Laura
    TIPS: Teach, Inspire, and Prepare Students

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    1. Laura,

      Thank you for letting me link up to your "Blogs of Inspiration" page. I love your blog; I will definitely be back to visit it.

      Janna :)

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  4. Oh my gosh! I remember getting these too! Totally cute. I wonder how I could make some owls out of them :) Thanks for sharing!


    Teaching and Tech

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    1. Thanks Jen. Maybe you could cut little felt triangles for ears/beak, and a oval for their tummy. :) Those would be so cute. I have a Beach theme in my room, but Owls could be at the beach right? jk ;)

      Janna
      Fabulous Finch Facts

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