Wallcharts are fairly cheap for the value they provide. We know what they are because we have all seen and used them at some point in our lives. We remember taking a glance at our math time-tables to see what 4 x 8 equals or to see what a science formula was.

The types of spaces we surround ourselves in can influence how well we learn and inspire us. Teachers often use visual aids in the classroom to help children process content and make connections more easily.

We’ve got some tips on how to make the most of your wallcharts, especially with younger kids that have shorter attention spans.

1. Each wallchart needs to stand out

• They can be used to introduce new information or to help reinforce the information that students have already learned. Either way, you don’t want your charts to disappear into an ocean of words.
• Make sure they are spaced out sufficiently and in areas that are easily visible to kids.
• Ideally at eye level or just above. They need to be colourful and creative but most importantly need to be large enough and legible.

2. Have only relevant diagrams and information

As time goes we tend to neglect our surroundings. As a teacher, you don’t want to have last terms lessons up on the wall when your learners have progressed to more difficult work. Imagine having posters of shapes and colours when your kids are learning about the human anatomy.

• Update your surroundings so your kids have only the most important and relevant information on that highly valuable classroom education real estate. Hone in on every chance you get to feed your child information.
• Try to have a variety of wallcharts. Instead of charts and posters depicting similar ideas, you could vary areas of interest to keep your kids excited and engaged.

3. Draw attention to them during class

Children absorb information much better with visual tools. While teaching a lesson or going over notes, you can quickly refer to what is on the charts. Interacting with them during class will remind kids that they too should be using them.

4. Encourage your kids to work on their own

Teacher Hack! A fun activity would be for each child to pick a topic and create their wallcharts. You can use A3 cardboard to draw and stick on diagrams and information. They can create and hang them up on their walls at home!

When we re-create ideas, we absorb the information better than just reading over or listening to someone talk about it.

Studies have shown that integrating wallcharts into your teaching methods could improve.

The spaces around us directly affect us, they dictate how you feel when you walk into a room. Think of how you feel when you go to your favourite restaurant or when you go to a spa. You physically step into a room and mentally step into the feeling that space radiates.

The walls around you can set the stage up as a place of inspiration and learning. Make sure you’re benefitting from wallcharts in your classrooms or child’s learning stations.

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Resources:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/346435100_THE_USE_OF_WALL_CHARTS_AS_MEDIA_TO_TEACH_VOCABULARY
https://www.daydreameducation.com/blog/boost-learning-with-classroom-layouts-wall-charts-2/