If you find your notice board is so full of papers it no longer reminds you of the important stuff to do (like pick the kids up), then you might one to prick that important letter with a giant pushpin.
Each giant pushpin is 7 inches long so you could use it to spear a book to your notice board or just highlight that not to be forgotten appointment.
Available from the wacky site Great Big Stuff found on Crib Candy.