Button Makers allow for divine creativity. Students can individualize their learning by creating whatever their heart desires to be displayed on lanyards, backpacks, clothing, etc. Extra-curricular activities and sports teams can be represented from their one-of-a-kind unique button maker designs. Buttons can be used as a classroom management tool as well.
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The above resource is the tutorial to a majority of the lesson ideas listed above.
Check out www.pinterest.com and search for button maker ideas for some AWESOME ideas.
Sample of books that inspire button making
Walking creativity
Finger print buttons
Using Sharpie artwork