How to Design a Lapbook

I have had several people ask me lately for help in designing a lapbook. So, I thought I’d share with you how I go about designing lapbooks. I just made an Amelia Earhart Lapbook, so I will use that as an example.

After choosing the subject, I check out several kids books from the library and read them.

As I am reading, I make a list of things I would like my kids to learn about the subject.
Here’s my list for Amelia Earhart:
Family Tree
Birth Details
What was she like growing up?
Timeline
List some Jobs Amelia had
First Atlantic Flight
First Solo Atlantic Flight
Writing Career
The Ninety-Nines
Flight around the World

Then I just incorporate each of these ideas into a mini book.
I use these templates and add text and pictures to them. You can right click on any of my templates and copy them to your clipboard. I just ask that you only use these for personal use.

I hope this helps you! Please consider submitting your lapbook to share with others at Homeschool Helper.