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Contests
Add extra excitement to the Book Fair.
Bene ts
• Adds an excitement-charged energy to your Fair each day • Attracts more kids to the Fair, especially those who might
not otherwise participate • Encourages multiple visits
GREAT Ideas
• Launch a design contest. Ask students to create posters, and use them to decorate doors, bulletin boards, hallways, and more.
• Plan dress-up days for each day of Book Fair week! Students who dress up can be entered for the chance to win a prize.
• Set up the prize pickup inside your Fair so students are sure to visit multiple times.
t Guess what? Fill clear containers with candy or oat cereal for some guessing game fun. Toolkit keyword: GUESSING GAME
t B-I-N-G-O! Download the Book Fair BINGO template from the Toolkit. It’s a great way for students to discover books at the Book Fair. Toolkit keyword: BINGO
Have each class decorate a themed bulletin board that promotes reading and books. Kids can vote for their favorite!
Share your ideas & photos #mybookfair
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