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Book Fair Entrance
Create excitement by promoting your Scholastic Book Fair site.

Cost: $5 to $50. Costs varies with availability of on-hand resources. Primary expense is hat boxes.
Time: 4 to 6 hours, with a partner

Here's how to create it:

  • Create craft-paper side windows on either side of door.
  • Cut cardboard boxes to make awnings then cover with vinyl tablecloths to give a canvas style look.
  • Use book pattern (PDF) to decorate awning and add scalloped edge from bright colored paper.
  • Create door letters and decorations using patterns and construction paper.