Cut the images from the spiral binding, glue to colored construction paper or laminate to use in the classroom in a variety of ways including story-telling and decoration to enhance a unit, theme, or project. Ask each child to look closely, then tell a story about what is happening in the picture. Write the story as the child tells it. This will help the child make connections between the many ways to communicate, through visual language, spoken language, and written language. Place the story and the accompanying image together and display in the classroom.
Children can take turns telling each other their stories.
Many art calendars are large and ideal for use at circle time discussions and can be passed around for a closer look. Children can share their ideas about the art works as a group and can tell a classroom story about what they see. Art calendars can also be used as classroom decorations and even for collage making. Art postcards and art cut from magazines can also be used. Ask family members to donate their old calendars and see what creative ideas you can come up with.