Some teachers use posters as way to simply cover bare walls and others use them to relay some useful information. It is my opinion that the most effective classroom posters are able to strike a balance between being visually appealing and informative.
If the poster doesn't look cool, kids will not step up and take a closer look. What makes a poster look cool? Using contrasting or complementary colors would be a good place to start. Font selection is important, too. Fonts come in thousands of different styles. Some are geared for younger kids and others have been created for a more serious crowd. Choose the font that will appeal to your audience. Pictures and other graphics help to convey a message without really saying anything. Of course, make sure the images used in the poster are your own or that you have the rights to use them.
The information on a poster adds educational value to a poster. Too many posters contain so much information and fine print that no one actually reads them. Cramming too many words on to the poster just makes the poster look cluttered. In fact, some kids will avoid these posters just because they don't feel like reading. Be concise and minimize the amount of information to maximize the impact on the viewer. If they wanted lots of detail, they'd pick up a textbook.
Classroom posters can be a great way to brighten up any classroom and teach kids at the same time!
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