4 Low-Cost Ways to Decorate Your Classroom for Christmas

Christmas Classroom Decor from Anna Glews Education

The holidays are a special time of year, and decorating your classroom is a great way to spread holiday cheer! But if you're on a tight budget, you might be wondering how you can decorate without breaking the bank. Never fear! There are plenty of low-cost ways to give your classroom a festive makeover. Here are four of our favorites:

Get creative with wrapping paper

Make budget friendly Christmas classroom decor using wrapping paper.

Wrapping paper is an inexpensive way to add color and pattern to your classroom walls. Try hanging narrow strips of wrapping paper horizontally along the length of the room. Or, for a more traditional look, try criss-crossing strips of wrapping paper in the shape of an "X" on your walls to create a tartan or chequered design. You can also use wrapping paper to create fun wall decor by cutting out shapes like snowflakes or gingerbread men and attaching them to the wall with tape or adhesive putty.

Make your own holiday artwork

Have students create their own Christmas classroom decor.

If you're looking for a more personal touch, try making your own holiday artwork to hang in your classroom. Gather up some construction paper, scissors, glue, and glitter, and let your students' imaginations run wild! They'll love seeing their handiwork on display, and you'll love how easy it is on your wallet.

Bring the outdoors inside with evergreen branches.

Nature based Christmas classroom decor is great if you want a calming classroom vibe.

Decking the halls doesn't have to be expensive—or difficult. One of the easiest (and most inexpensive) ways to add some holiday cheer to your classroom is by adding branches from evergreen trees or wreaths to vases or other containers around the room. Not only will this give your space a festive feel, but it will also help fill any empty corners or unused spaces. Plus, the wonderful fragrance of evergreen will fill the air and add an extra touch of cheer!

Use simple but high-impact statement pieces

Add the finishing touch to your classroom with some high-impact (but still budget-friendly) pieces. We’re obsessed with using themed digital Google Slide backgrounds and printable bulletin board borders to add that finishing touch. You can buy budget-friendly bundles of Christmas themed backgrounds and festive Christmas printable bulletin board borders in our Teachers Pay Teachers store for a fraction of the price they would cost you with the big-name stores.

Christmas classroom decor on a budget

Decorating for Christmas doesn't have to be expensive—or difficult! With a little creativity and some help from your students, you can easily turn your classroom into a winter wonderland on a budget. What are some of your favorite low-cost ways to decorate for the holidays? Share them with us in the comments below!