The Face Wall Trend That's Taking Over School Hallways
Face Walls are popping up in schools—and it’s easy to see why. Here's how to turn a blank wall into a feel-good celebration of the people who make your school community special.
Move over, bulletin boards. Face walls are having a moment. (And if you're wondering, "What the heck is a face wall?!", don't worry: we're about to fill you in on this fun trend playing out in schools across the country!).
A face wall is an easy activity to do during those first few weeks of school, when everyone is getting reacquainted. What starts as a giant piece of paper and a bunch of empty circles quickly becomes something much more special: a visual reminder that your school isn't just a building...it's the people inside it! And honestly, that's a pretty great thing to see every time you walk down the hall. 💜
How to set up a Face Wall at school
Turn a giant sheet of paper into an interactive display where students—and staff—can draw their own faces in circles, creating a colorful snapshot of the people who make their school special!
- Cover a large piece of white paper with blank circles (use a black Sharpie marker to draw the circles). You can also add a fun message above it, like “So Happy to See YOUR Face!”.
- Hang the paper in a high-traffic area at school, at a level that all students can easily reach.
- Provide a variety of Crayola products (including Crayola Colors of the World) for students to use, like crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
- Invite students to fill in a circle by bringing their own face to life using. From hair and skin tones to favorite colors and tiny details, the more creative freedom they have, the more personality your school's Face Wall will have!
As circles are filled in, the blank wall transforms into a giant collection of student created portraits. And the best part? Every face looks different...as they should!
