Making a classroom newspaper is an exciting activity and a common occurrence on Vietnamese Teachers’ Day, November 20th. This activity expresses gratitude to teachers and is also an opportunity for students to showcase their creativity. Check out the following tips on how to make a beautiful and unique classroom newspaper that’s sure to win awards!
1 How to Make a Beautiful and Meaningful Classroom Newspaper for November 20th
Here are the materials you’ll need to make a classroom newspaper:
- 1 sheet of A0-sized Roki paper, or thick, colorful paper (the kind used for greeting cards), or paper with lines,…
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A catchy and meaningful title, along with an attractive design, will greatly contribute to the success of your classroom newspaper. A good title should be short (around 1-4 words), creative, interesting, and convey a deep sense of gratitude. The space dedicated to the title should take up about 1/4 or 1/5 of the total space on the newspaper. Here are some examples of creative titles related to teachers, students, friends, school, and class memories that you can draw inspiration from:
Examples of creative titles
- Violet Ink
- Chalk Dust
- Journey of Dreams
- Sunlit Alley/ Schoolyard Sun
- Roots of the Future
- Ferryman
- Flowers for Teachers
- Tribute to Teachers
- Building a Bridge
- Harbor of Love
- Pink Dreams
- Gratitude to Teachers
- Thanking Our Teachers
- Supporting Dreams
- Budding Dreams
- Nostalgia
- Setting Sail
- Magical Youth
- Headline: “Seedling Cultivator”
For more inspiration, consider gifting your teachers artwork or paintings as a way to express your gratitude.
Every newspaper or magazine needs an introduction or foreword. Consider asking a classmate who excels in literature to write the introduction, and then have the rest of the class provide feedback to perfect it. Feel free to be creative and humorous, but remember to maintain a polite and appropriate tone that will captivate and engage your readers. Here are some examples you can draw inspiration from:
“We must always remember and be grateful to those who plant and nurture us, just as we cherish the fruit we eat.” This Vietnamese proverb reflects the deep-rooted tradition of respecting and honoring teachers in Vietnamese culture. From our first days of school to our adult lives, we are accompanied by countless teachers who impart valuable lessons and moral values that shape us into the people we become.
Let’s continue this noble tradition by expressing our gratitude to our teachers, who are like second parents to us. They equip us with the knowledge and tools we need to succeed in our academic and professional journeys, just like a ferryman helping us cross the river of knowledge.
Have you ever thought about visiting your old school and teachers? If you haven’t had the chance, Vietnamese Teachers’ Day on November 20th is the perfect opportunity to express your appreciation and gratitude to your teachers, who have nurtured you with their knowledge and wisdom.
If you can’t give them a bouquet of fresh flowers right now, offering them a heartfelt poem, essay, or greeting card is just as precious.
On this special day, our classroom newspaper, [name of newspaper], would like to share with our beloved teachers and classmates some interesting poems and articles as a token of our gratitude. We wish our teachers everlasting youth, passion, and dedication to their profession.
Students decorating the classroom newspaper
Do you remember the nostalgic days of “Violet Ink,” filled with fond memories of your teachers and classmates? Those precious moments, filled with love and laughter, remain vividly in our hearts. Even the sight of a falling autumn leaf or a pressed phoenix flower petal in a notebook can evoke a flood of memories.
As we reminisce, we hold on to the memories of our school, from the towering trees to the stone benches. May these memories always remain alive and vibrant in your heart, reminding you of your beloved school and the wonderful times you spent there.
Creative newspaper title
“The familiar sound of your teaching voice warms my heart, dear teacher. Oh, how I miss you and your teachings!” These sentiments of love and appreciation are ever-present in the hearts of your students. We, your beloved students, express our gratitude and admiration in our own unique ways.
Know that we come to class every day with enthusiasm and happiness. Your words of wisdom, guidance, and even reprimand are all expressions of your unconditional love and dedication to our growth and success.
As the years go by, the wrinkles on your forehead deepen, and your hair turns gray, but your love for us and your commitment to teaching remain unwavering. As Vietnamese Teachers’ Day approaches, we offer you our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation. We want to share with you the joy and happiness of being under your guidance and mentorship.
We thank you, our dear teachers, and hope that you will continue to be the diligent ferrymen who guide us across the river of knowledge. We love and appreciate you!
The content of your classroom newspaper should be diverse and engaging, including prose, poetry, short stories, jokes, excerpts, riddles, tips, proverbs, folk poems, songs, and more. You can also add creative and humorous illustrations or caricatures, but make sure they relate to the theme of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day.
Here are some suggestions to get you started:
Poem: “The Ferryman”
A lifetime is like a river…
Few are willing to stand by the shore and wait,
“To cross the river, you need a ferry”
On the journey of life, we rely on a guide…
Through sun and rain, month after month,
The teacher ferries students across the river of knowledge.
As we reach the other side, we offer a smile
And give our gratitude to the beloved teacher.
The simple boat, the graying hair
Accompany us on our journey, day after day,
The river remains, and so does the teacher,
Guiding more students across, filling their minds with knowledge.
Poem: “Listening to Teacher Read Poetry”
As I listen to my teacher read,
The words paint a picture of my homeland,
The sound of the oar echoes in my heart,
Like the gentle voice of my grandmother.
I hear the rustling of leaves in the autumn wind,
And the pitter-patter of raindrops on the roof.
The sound of my mother’s singing fills my heart with joy,
And poetry makes the world around me more beautiful.
Poem: “Dear Teacher”
It’s been years since I left the familiar school gates,
Dear teacher, have you forgotten me?
Your teachings still resonate within me,
As I took my first steps into the autumn breeze.
You never said goodbye,
And before I knew it, you were gone.
I often wonder, will I ever see you again?
Your gentle voice still echoes in my heart.
Now, as I stand on the threshold of adulthood,
I long to see you again and ask, “When will we meet?”
Happy Vietnamese Teachers’ Day
Poem: “Me and My Teacher”
Me and my teacher,
Strangers brought together by fate,
Me and my teacher,
From different generations, yet connected.
I often ask myself,
Why haven’t I seen my old teachers in so many years?
Yet, their teachings remain with me,
Guiding me through life’s challenges and triumphs.
Their words of encouragement push me forward,
And their reminders keep me on the right path.
As I navigate life’s twists and turns,
Their presence shines brightly, leading the way.
The answer becomes clear,
My teachers are with me every step of the way.
Poem: “Teacher”
The wind blew strongly this morning,
And I noticed for the first time, your hair, now white as chalk.
I told myself it was just chalk dust,
But my heart couldn’t help but stir with emotion.
How many years has it been? Oh, dear teacher…
As your students move on, you remain,
A ferryman with a chalk oar, guiding us across the river of knowledge.
Time, please stop for a moment,
Let us bow our heads once more and call out, “Teacher!” with love and respect.
Nursery Rhyme: “The Lazy Student”
The sound of the cicadas fills the air, and I’m feeling lazy,
Books untouched, assignments ignored, I’d rather take a nap.
Calculus equations, forgotten formulas,
I’ll sleep it off and figure it out later.
Don’t nag me, please, it’s exhausting,
I’m well-fed and content, what more could I need?
I’ll find a cozy spot and be on my way,
Leaving my studies for another day.
Newspaper layout
Nursery Rhyme
“Ve, the cicada sings,
About the lazy student who fails every test.
He studies hard but forgets it all,
Prefers to play and chat instead.”
Oh, the lazy student, always finding excuses,
Books on one side, play on the other.
Parents scold and advise, but he doesn’t listen,
In class, he dozes off, earning criticism from his peers.
He lies and makes excuses, feeling ashamed,
But he continues to laze about, earning only twos.
Growing up, he still hasn’t changed his ways,
Chatting and dancing the night away.
Song: “Never Forget”
The phoenix flowers still bloom brightly in the schoolyard,
Reminding us of the cherished days of our youth,
The moments we shared, the memories we made,
The bitter goodbye as we left our beloved school.
Our lips quiver, unable to utter the words,
Oh, how we miss our teachers and classmates!
The years may pass, but our memories remain,
Of the laughter, the tears, and the joys we shared.
Song: “Longing for Past Memories”
Time passes swiftly, leaving behind precious memories,
Memories of your voice, dear teacher, forever etched in our hearts.
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