{"title":"3rd Grade Crafts","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"story-characters-a1847","title":"Story Characters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-238-hand-puppets-finger-puppets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHand puppets\u003c\/a\u003e and character replicas are great ways to help students connect with stories read in the classroom. Whether they sit and play with their creations while you read, help out by recreating the story as it’s read, or simply take their crafts home, making story characters provides a physical reminder of the story and its lessons. They can also provide opportunities for further creativity if you work together to formulate new stories that center around favorite storybook characters.\n\nFor example, to go along with the book “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Are Friends” by Arnold Lobel, have your students create a toad and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8435-plushpups-hand-puppet-frog.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efrog puppet\u003c\/a\u003e. EnchantedLearning.com and TeacherHelp.org offer templates and instructions on how to create your own puppets out of paper bags, socks, etc. Divide your students into small groups and have each plot out their own Frog and Toad adventure. It may be helpful to discuss each character and the traits that have been observed before beginning this writing exercise. Additionally, you may want to focus your students on a specific concept like “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Learn To Recycle”, “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Meet A New Friend”, or another topic of your choosing. Once their stories have been completed, have your students use the puppets to act them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.enchantedlearning.com\/crafts\/puppets\/paperbag\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaper Bag Puppets Craft - Enchanted Learning Software\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherhelp.org\/puppets.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePuppets: TeacherHelp.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducational classroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e are versatile and are perfect for circle time.  Browse our selection today!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074826777,"sku":"A1847","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"crafts-for-march-weather-fun-a1904","title":"Crafts For March Weather Fun","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs March brings the transition from winter to spring, there are many meteorological phenomena that provide opportunities for discussion including rain, cloud formation, wind, and many more. Colorful pinwheels make a great craft for students learning about  wind and its causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1 toothpick\u003cbr\u003e\n1 skewer stick\u003cbr\u003e\n2 pieces of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2725-origami-paper-40-sheets-9-x-9.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorigami paper\u003c\/a\u003e (or wrapping paper squares in different colors)\u003cbr\u003e\n1 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2768-rubber-bands-assorted-sizes.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003erubber band\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGlue\u003cbr\u003e\n\nTo begin, invite your students to glue their pieces of paper together, keeping the color or design on the outside. Additionally, encourage them to line up the edges of the paper carefully. Next, fold the square diagonally, marking the paper with a crease (it will look like a triangle). Open the paper and complete the same procedure on the opposite diagonal. After creasing the paper, open it up and lay the marked square flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse scissors to cut two-thirds of the way to the center of the marked lines. Be careful not to cut too close to the center. Place a dab of glue all around the center of the paper and fold, without creasing, alternating  corners to the center of the pinwheel. Attach the toothpick and skewer ends together using the rubber band. The toothpick should be at the top, perpendicular to the skewer. Add two separator beads, push the toothpick through the center of the pinwheel from the back, and glue another bead at the end of the toothpick. Your students will have lots of fun with this craft outdoors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.simplekidscrafts.com\/?z=how-to-make-a-two-toned-patriotic-pinwheel\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafts for kids on video Recycled Kids Crafts: Make a pinwheel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076629017,"sku":"A1904","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"craft-stick-horses-a1903","title":"Clothespin Horse Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Clothespin Horse Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Clothes-pin-horse.jpg\" alt=\"Clothespin Horse\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to keep students engrossed in the lesson is to provide challenging, hands-on crafts that allow them to participate and connect with the concepts. Kathy Barbro, a California art teacher and Art Projects For Kids blogger, provides a wonderful resource for art and regular teachers alike!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing a literary lesson on \"Misty of Chincoteague\" or \"King of the Wind\", both authored by Marguerite Henry, a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience lesson\u003c\/a\u003e on the majesty of nature, or rounding out a physics unit by linking horsepower and energy, crafting this horse made from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-338-mini-spring-clothespins-natural.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclothespins\u003c\/a\u003e will challenge your students' dexterity and provide a fun link to the material. It literally takes three items: jumbo craft sticks cut into various lengths, two \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-337-large-spring-clothespins-natural-2-34.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclothespins\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis craft may have to be completed in stages in order to let the glue dry properly, but once its finished, provide your students with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3171-sargent-art0174-primary-acrylic-paints.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-625-felt-sheets-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efelt pieces\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1194-wiggle-eyes-500-asst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egoogly eyes\u003c\/a\u003e, etc. so that they can decorate their creations. For a challenge, see who can design a horse that looks closest to the ones you've been studying. Barbro provides a simple way to keep your students engaged in the lesson, while making valuable connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/clothespin-horse\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: Clothespin Horse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076661785,"sku":"A1903","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Clothes-pin-horse.jpg?v=1522781529"},{"product_id":"design-a-picture-frame-with-old-cds-a1916","title":"Design a Picture Frame with Old CDs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"CD Picture Frame\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Broken-CD-frame.jpg\" alt=\"CD Picture Frame Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents thrive by using different materials and mediums to express their imagination and creativity. While many classroom craft cabinets are well-stocked with a variety of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and other craft accessories, it is important to think beyond traditional arts and craft supplies to inspire originality and ingenuity. California art teacher Kathy Barbro provides a wonderful opportunity to do just that!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each of your students with a wooden picture frame and a blank (or recycled) CD. Taking turns with a heavy duty pair of scissors, instruct your students to cut the CD into strips measuring about one-half an inch. These strips should then be cut into half-inch squares. Remind your students that the shiny film is important to the project, so cutting should be slow and mindful as the film has a tendency to peel away from the plastic disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow your students to experiment with patterns and piece placement on the frame, gluing their final projects together with craft glue and setting aside to dry. Cover with a coat of metallic paint and students will be delighted to give the frame as a gift for an upcoming birthday or even Mother's day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/cd-frame-with-handcolored-photo\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: Mosaic CD Picture Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077153305,"sku":"A1916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Broken-CD-frame.jpg?v=1522781532"},{"product_id":"silly-eyeglasses-a1919","title":"Silly Eyeglasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt their core, children love to be silly. Since school can sometimes squelch this energy and attempt to redirect it, as a way of really speaking to your students, set aside some appropriate moments for giggling, laughter, and just plain silliness! While maintaining the boundaries of appropriate behavior, April Fool's Day can be a fun time to encourage your students to let loose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreative California art teacher Kathy Barbro provides just the right accessory--goofy eyeglasses! To begin, make several different eyeglasses templates so that students can choose their favorite shape, detailing, etc. Instruct them to trace and cut their own pair of glasses from thick card stock. A decorating station stocked with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estickers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e should be set up for students to work on making their frames unique.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nFor silly eyes, Barbro suggests finding stock photo images to enhance and copy or having students draw their own inserts. When they have settled on the right 'look', instruct your students to cut them out (with the surrounding skin) and paste them into the frame openings. Students will enjoy posing for pictures with the finished glasses and taking them home to show siblings and parents. Just be sure to instruct them not to walk when wearing them. They will impede vision and could cause accidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.artprojectsforkids.org\/2008\/02\/april-fools-eye-glasses.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: April Fool's Eye Glasses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077251609,"sku":"A1919","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"colorful-cultural-artwork-a1931","title":"Colorful Cultural Artwork","description":"\u003cp\u003eKathy Barbro, art teacher from California and creator of the website Art Projects for Kids, loves to bring color and culture into her classroom and has done a marvelous job with these Maasai African portraits. Located in northern Tanzania and Kenya, this African tribe is known for their distinctive headdresses, jewelry, and clothing providing a great opportunity for discovery and creativity during craft time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nThis project requires few materials; a piece of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2213-art1st0153-drawing-pad-11-x-14.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edrawing paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-504-art-tissue-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epatterned tissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e, and various sized black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e. Using pictures printed from the internet or found in resource books, have your students draw their portrait on a piece of drawing paper. Once finished, a piece of tissue paper should be taped to the front of the drawing paper so that portrait lines can be transferred onto the tissue paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLines should be carefully re-traced with black marker. After the basic portrait shapes have been reconstructed, instruct your students to use the black marker to color in the face and other appropriate detailing. Remind your students to be careful as the tissue paper is not as strong as most mediums and could tear. Because of this, Barbro suggests the project be completed with third graders or older. The finished product is vibrantly colorful and will add some excitement to tired classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/maasai-african-portraits\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: Maasai African Portraits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077644825,"sku":"A1931","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"3-d-sandwiches-a1944","title":"3-D Sandwiches","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile many teachers have encouraged their students to explore their favorite sandwich or hamburger with a pencil and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2300-cream-manila-drawing-paper-12-x-18-50-lb.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edrawing paper\u003c\/a\u003e, Jacqueline's three-dimensional colorful collages have breathed new life into the project! Focusing on \"texture, balance, and variety\", this project allows your students to explore new mediums and think outside the box (e.g. green crepe paper or lettuce?).\n\n\u003cb\u003eJacqueline's list of supplies includes:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/b\u003e- Piece of colored cardboard (A3)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Scraps of colored paper or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ribbed cardboard\u003cbr\u003e\n- Assorted pasta\u003cbr\u003e\n- Seeds, tealeaves, and other natural materials\u003cbr\u003e\n- Crepe paper\u003cbr\u003e\n- Yarn\u003cbr\u003e\n- Cotton\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- And of course, anything else you or your student's can think of!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn building this sandwich, students should start from the bottom-up by first designing a tablecloth and plate, and then making their first piece of bread or bun with the ribbed cardboard. Encourage your students to think about their favorite foods and be creative! Remind them that three-dimensional elements are required and that the finished product will look much more full if pieces are overlapped. When enough ingredients have been placed on the sandwich, add the top bun and admire the colorful creations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsartists.blogspot.com\/2009\/10\/texture-balance-and-variety-were.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Artists: Building sandwiches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734078070809,"sku":"A1944","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"fossil-making-a1979","title":"Dinosaur Fossil Making","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Dinosaur Skeleton Plaster Casts\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dino-fossil-plaster.jpg\" alt=\"Dinosaur Fossil Making\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your students may learn about how fossils are formed in their science classes or see a real fossil from afar on a class trip to a museum, there is nothing like learning through a hands-on experience. Kathy Barbro, California art teacher and creator of the blog Art Projects for Kids, shares a great activity where your students can create their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e fossils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Plastic dinosaur skeletons\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-152-modeling-clay-dough.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Plaster\u003cbr\u003e\n- Cardboard\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHeavy paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-94-tape-tape-dispensers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nDinosaur skeletons may be difficult to find in your local toy store. They are relatively inexpensive and, with the right imagination, can be used for other projects and activities in the classroom. To begin, provide each student with a 5\" x 5\" piece of cardboard, a 2.5\" ball of clay, a strip of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5901-4-ply-railroad-poster-board-assorted-pack-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eheavy paper\u003c\/a\u003e measuring 11\" x 2\", and some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7298-scotch-brand-magic-tape-no-810-34-x-1296.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter each child has set up properly (see Barbro's instructions), encourage them to choose a dinosaur and make their prints. The actual fossils will then be made from plaster, let to dry, and painted with watered down tempera paint to give it a muddy look. Kids will love getting messy and creating their own 'piece of science'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.artprojectsforkids.org\/2008\/01\/dinosaur-fossils.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Dinosaur Fossils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734079512601,"sku":"A1979","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dino-fossil-plaster.jpg?v=1522781546"},{"product_id":"adding-salt-to-your-watercolor-prints-a2013","title":"Adding Salt to Your Watercolor Prints","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome days it may seem that your supply cabinet is a bit lackluster. You're students have completed all the fun, unique projects you've planned and now you feel as if all that's left are 'plain-Jane' 'vanilla' supplies. Kathy Barbro, art teacher and blogger, shares a great opportunity for you to spice up your leftover supplies.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Dissolving watercolor paint tablets\u003cbr\u003e\n- Water\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola crayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students create a scene or their choice or follow your instructions to create a preplanned picture. Encourage them to draw with pencil, then when they're satisfied, trace the lines with a crayon. This will create a barrier for the watercolor. Provide your students with watercolors and invite them to fill in the 'shapes'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of your students have worked with watercolors before, but sprinkling a bit of salt on the paint when it is still wet creates a fun texture. After the print has dried, the salt can be brushed off or left as texture. A fun way to spice up your 'vanilla' supplies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/chagall-inspired-watercolor\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Watercolor and Salt Painting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734080430105,"sku":"A2013","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"experimenting-with-pirate-and-viking-ships-in-art-a2075","title":"Experimenting with Pirate and Viking Ships in Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pirate-ship-art.jpg\" alt=\"Pirate Ship Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a great craft to end the year with? Holly, Maryland art teacher and blogger, provides a fun, whimsical art project that your third and fourth graders will love! Here's how to create your very own pirate and Viking ships!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4037-art1st0153-watercolor-pad-11-x-14.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWatercolor paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-232-watercolor-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWatercolor paints\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Assorted colors of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-291-pastel-sets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOil pastel sets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning, it will be important to note the differences between the two types of ships. Holly lists two main distinctions: 1) Viking ships usually had a single sail whereas pirate ships had several and 2) Viking ships were generally shaped like a dragon while pirate ships were traditionally shaped with many embellishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pirate-ship-craft.jpg\" alt=\"Pirate Ship Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for the Project:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin with a piece of watercolor paper, using 'ocean colored' watercolors to paint the entire sheet. Set aside to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw and cut out the shape of the boat from heavy brown cardboard or construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign and cut sails from scrap pieces of construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange and adhere the boat to a piece of construction paper. Tear the dry watercolor paper into pieces and collage them around the boat to create a dynamic ocean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the glue has dried, use oil pastels to embellish the artwork. Adding sea creatures, icons on the sails, a sun and sky, and other appropriate items. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/linesdotsanddoodles.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/pirates-and-vikings-3rd-grade.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLines, Dots, and Doodles: Pirates and Vikings, 3rd Grade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734082658329,"sku":"A2075","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pirate-ship-art.jpg?v=1522781565"},{"product_id":"butterfly-wings-symmetry-a2084","title":"Butterfly Wings \u0026 Symmetry","description":"\u003cp\u003eButterflies are fascinating creatures, providing many opportunities for incorporating them into your science lessons. Students will enjoy learning how a butterfly begins as an egg, is hatched as a caterpillar, then transforms during the pupa stage into an adult butterfly! After exploring the life cycle of the butterfly, why not build on this concept by investigating the perfect symmetry of the butterfly's wings?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't shy away from this great lesson due to daunting vocabulary words, Janice VanCleave offers great insight into explaining mirror images, lines of symmetry, and congruent halves. After spending time looking at actual butterflies, help your students do some individual exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nInstruct your students to fold their piece of craft paper in half; folding it \"hot dog\" style will give you a tall butterfly and folding it \"hamburger\" style will give you wider wings. Invite them to draw the wing of a butterfly on one side if the crease, then use scissors to cut along the line. REMINDER: Do not cut along the fold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce cut, you should be able to open the paper to reveal a butterfly. For further practice with symmetry, use tempera paint to place dots of color on one side of the crease. When finished with the wing design, carefully fold the other wing over and press onto the paint. Upon opening, you'll have created a perfectly symmetrical butterfly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/scienceprojectideasforkids.com\/2010\/symmetry-butterfly-wings\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSymmetry: Butterfly Wings | Science Project Ideas for Kids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734082920473,"sku":"A2084","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"depicting-the-movement-of-music-a2113","title":"Depicting the Movement of Music","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis art project, provided by Holly of Lines, Dots and Doodles, provides a great opportunity to integrate art,  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-96-music.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emusic\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience\u003c\/a\u003e of sound!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Brightly colored \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrafting paper\u003c\/a\u003e (and scraps!)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-291-pastel-sets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola oil pastels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cu\u003ePre-Project Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will likely be able to make the connection between sound and music, but they may not realize that music has movement and rhythm as well. Tell them that they will be choosing their favorite instrument and making a collage that visually depicts this concept. Discuss together how they might accomplish this (e.g. zig zags, patterns, spirals, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eProject Instructions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a blank canvas (one piece of black construction paper) and colorful scraps of paper. If they need it, help them design their favorite instrument (e.g. guitar, drums, piano, trumpet, etc.) from the colored paper then have them cut and collage 'movement lines' from the scraps of paper. For a final touch, provide your students with oil pastels and invite them to add the last bit of detailing. Overall, a great opportunity for creativity and learning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/linesdotsanddoodles.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/music-1st-grade.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLines, Dots, and Doodles: Music, 1st Grade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083870745,"sku":"A2113","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"mlk-man-of-peace-wreath-craft-and-freebies-a6916","title":"MLK Day Man of Peace Wreath Craft and FREEbies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Man of Peace Wreath Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Wreath Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Soure: Color Me Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe the holidays have come and gone and we are already looking toward celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day! If you're short on ideas, Mrs. M over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Me Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e has you covered! She has several printable freebies, as well as a few craft ideas you should definitely check out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We're All in this Together\" Peace Wreath\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing multicultural construction paper (or brown and tan), have each student trace his or her hand using a pencil. Then have students cut out their handprints. Once everyone is finished, have students take turns gluing their handprint to the class wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish the class wreath off by adding a bow to the bottom and a picture of Martin Luther King to the middle! Also, if you're planning on displaying your creation on a classroom wall or door, you may want to print out \"We're All in this Together\" to place above the wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Freebies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeace Sign T-Shirt:\u003c\/b\u003e Mrs. M provided an excellent \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree printable\u003c\/a\u003e for this activity. Simply print the T-Shirt printable onto white cardstock and have your kiddos draw on their own peace signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"What Does Peace Mean to Me\" Writing Activity:\u003c\/b\u003e For older students, print out the provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e and have them take some time to write about what peace means to them using the provided prompt. As an extension, you could hang their completed worksheets around your Peace Wreath for your MLK Day celebration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204456985,"sku":"A6916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"product_id":"100th-day-fiesta-a-day-of-celebration-a6923","title":"100th Day Fiesta - A Day of Celebration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Fiesta\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-fiesta-sign.jpg\" alt=\"Sign for 100th Day Fiesta\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for an enjoyable way to spend the 100th day with your kiddos, check out the cute ideas Greg featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thekindergartensmorgasboard.com\/2013\/01\/a-kindergarten-smorgasboard-100-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/a\u003e. From a cute 100th day craft, to a delightful 100th day snack, his ideas have your day covered!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day Hat Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the colorful hats, each student will need ten strips of assorted color construction paper, each broken down into 10 squares, and an 11th piece to use as the base of the hat. Have students rotate between stations, gluing ten items to each strip of paper. Here's your chance to be creative! You could use anything from foam shapes to stickers to small pom poms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Hat Craft Process\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-hat-process.jpg\" alt=\"Process for Completing 100th Day Hat Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students have visited each station and completed their 10 strips, have them glue the strips on to the hat base and allow them to dry. If you don't have time for drying, help them to staple the strips on. Then staple the base together for a colorful hat the students can wear for the entire 100th day fiesta!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"capton\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Hat Craft Completed\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-hat-completed.jpg\" alt=\"Completed 100th Day Hat Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day with 100 Words\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGather students together to help you come up with 100 words! Divide the list into 10 parts, 10 words for each part. In Greg's class they came up with: 10 items of clothing, 10 movies, 10 television shows, 10 sight words, 10 numbers, 10 people, 10 places, 10 books, 10 cars and 10 school supplies. Impressive!! You could also come up with different categories, such as 10 pets or 10 snacks, anything you think your students would find exciting. Once you've completed your lists, hang them on your classroom walls or down the hall to create a colorful display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Word Lists\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-word-lists.jpg\" alt=\"100 Words for 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day Snacking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can even use snack time to carry on with your 100th day fiesta! Provide each student with a piece of paper divided into 10 sections (mark each section with a number, counting in 10's from 10 to 100). Then have students place 10 of each different kind of snack in each section (you could use pretzels, gold fish, gummy bears, popcorn, etc.). Next step, enjoy! Yum!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Snack Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-snacks.jpg\" alt=\"Snack Activity to Celebrate 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to give yourself a little extra time to look around Greg's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thekindergartensmorgasboard.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e. He has a smorgasboard of ideas waiting for you!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204719129,"sku":"A6923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/100th-day-fiesta-sign.jpg?v=1522782295"},{"product_id":"100th-day-take-home-book-for-kids-a6926","title":"100th Day Take Home Book for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-book-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Take Home Activity Book to Celebrate 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a way to commemorate your 100th day festivities with your kiddos,  this super cute 100th Day Activity Book featured by Julie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/100th-day-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e is perfect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e100th Day Take Home Book\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a colorful cover for the book that says \"My 100th Day Activities.\" Then have students complete the following pages to fill up their take home books! A great idea would be to start the activities about a week before your 100th day of school and break them up over 5 days or so. Then complete the books on the 100th day and send them home with your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students draw a picture of themselves on the 100th day of school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Me at 100 Days\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-book-mepic.jpg\" alt=\"Me at 100 Days Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents can proctice writing and counting by tracing their numbers 1-100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Number Tracing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-numbers.jpg\" alt=\"Tracing Numbers Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice tallying in 10's from 10 all the way to 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Tallying\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-tally.jpg\" alt=\"Tallying Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee how many times your students can write their first names in 100 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Name Writing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-name.jpg\" alt=\"Name Writing Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students write down an item they actually have 100 of and then an item they wish they had 100 of (complete the page with a colorful drawing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, I Wish I Had\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-wish.jpg\" alt=\"I Wish I Had Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out Julie's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/100th-day-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e for the 100th Day Take Home Book Printables!  She has an entire 100th Day Package available in her TPT store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204817433,"sku":"A6926","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/100th-day-book-cover.jpg?v=1522782296"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable-a6931","title":"Valentine's Day Card Creatures - Kids Craft Printable","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-1-text.jpg\" alt=\"Card Creatures for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to add a little creativity to your Valentine's Day party and festivities? Get your kiddos involved by making their very own Valentine's Day Card Creatures, created by Joel over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMade By Joel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printable you'll need is provided for FREE on Joel's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e, so the only thing left to do is to have your students cut, fold and tape the creatures together. Easy peasy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures Instructions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-4.jpg\" alt=\"Instructions for Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach animal even has a hidden flap where students can add their own personalized Valentine's Day messages. And once your Valentine card exchange is complete, your kiddos will have a new toy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures Completed\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-3.jpg\" alt=\"Completed Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204915737,"sku":"A6931","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-1-text.jpg?v=1522782297"},{"product_id":"3-d-leprechaun-craft-for-st-patricks-day-a6965","title":"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun1.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute are these 3-D leprechauns featured by Rachelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/3d-leprechauns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e?!? And the best part about this craft is that you probably already have everything you will need on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e12\" circle pattern\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eManila paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGreen, Red, White and Blue construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eYellow, Orange and Brown construction paper (for hair)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePencils\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave each student start by tracing the 12\" circle pattern onto the manila paper (you may want to have a few circle patterns available). Then have them cut out the circle and then into the center of the circle (along the radius) with one straight line. Overlap the manila paper at the cut radius until a pointed 'nose' appears and glue the pieces together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the hard part of creating the 3-D effect is complete, turn your students loose to create their very own leprechaun! Here are a few examples from the cute creations in Rachelle's class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun2.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun3.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun4.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 4\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e soon to check out their entire collection of ideas!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206095385,"sku":"A6965","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3D-leprechaun1.jpg?v=1522782304"},{"product_id":"dr-seuss-truffula-tree-craft-a6970","title":"Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Truffula Tree Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/thing-1-thing-1-pencils.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow stinkin' cute are these truffula trees featured by Kathy over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/one-more-seuss.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e?!? With March 2nd quickly approaching, these adorable little guys would make a great addition to your Dr. Seuss festivities. And they are super simple to put together!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTruffula Trees\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive each student an unsharpened yellow pencil and have them color in stripes up the entire length of the pencil with black permanent marker (don't forget paint shirts if you're entrusting little ones with this step!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the marker stripes dry completely, have students wrap blue or orange yarn around a small rectangular piece of cardboard. Make sure they wrap enough! After they've finished, tie the yarn off with a small piece of the same color and cut the yarn across in one spot to remove it from the cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll need to do this next part. Hot glue the yarn \"poof\" to the top of the pencil. Complete the project by having students mount their trees into a small ball of playdough. What a cute desk decoration to celebrate Dr. Seuss!!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206291993,"sku":"A6970","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/thing-1-thing-1-pencils.jpg?v=1522782305"},{"product_id":"st-patricks-day-rainbow-craftivity-with-free-writing-prompt-worksheets-a6975","title":"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity with FREE Writing Prompt Worksheets","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-craft-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow Craftivity for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Patrick's Day festivities would not be complete without a brightly colored rainbow! The rainbow craftivity featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to be a hit with your kiddos. So break out the crayons and the fruit loops and let's get started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRainbow pattern\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite construction paper clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlack construction paper pots\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eYellow construction paper coins\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCrayons\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFruit Loops\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCotton balls or coffee filters\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRainbow Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a rainbow pattern copied onto white paper. They will each also need a white cloud, a black pot and several yellow coins. Depending on the age of your kiddos, you could have these already cut out for them, or you could provide them with a template to trace and cut out themselves. Alisha provides links to patterns for the rainbow, the cloud and the pot on her site \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith supplies in hand, talk about the colors of the rainbow as a class and then turn them loose to color in their rainbows with crayon. Once the coloring is finished, have them glue their white cloud to one end of the rainbow and the block pot and yellow coins to the other end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, provide each child with a collection of fruit loops and have them sort the cereal by color. After they've completed sorting the fruit loops, instruct your kiddos to glue them onto their rainbows by color. The spacing of the fruit loops is up to the students. You may want to provide an example of each so they can decide how they want their finished rainbow to look!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity in Action\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-craft-process.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow Craftivity for Kids in Action\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final step in the rainbow craftivity is to add a little 'life' to the cloud. This can be done by gluing on cotton balls or coffee filters, whichever you have handy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSt. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the super cute rainbow craftivity, Alisha provides 4 different (and FREE) writing prompt \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eworksheets\u003c\/a\u003e you can use to complete your St. Patrick's Day lesson! Be sure to stop by her site to get your free copies. Here are 2 examples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"A Rainbow Is...St. Patrick's Day Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/a-rainbow-is-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"A Rainbow Is...Worksheet for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"If I Saw a Rainbow St. Patrick's Day Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/if-i-saw-a-rainbow-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"If I Saw a Rainbow Worksheet for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute would it be to have your students complete different worksheets. Then use their creative writing along with their rainbows to create a St. Patrick's Day bulletin board display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e soon! Alisha has put together an incredible collection of ideas you will definitely want to check out!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206521369,"sku":"A6975","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rainbow-craft-complete.jpg?v=1522782306"},{"product_id":"leprechaun-glyph-for-st-patricks-day-a6982","title":"Leprechaun Glyph for St. Patrick's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Leprechaun Glyph for St. Patrick's Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-teacher.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Patrick's Day is quickly approaching! Do you find yourself in need of a way to add a little leprechaun fun to your lesson plans?? If so, be sure to check out this adorable glyph activity featured by Kathy over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/leprechaun-glyph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e. Kathy provides everything you will need to complete the project with your class (aside from the construction paper and glue of course!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLeprechaun Glyph\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns and instructions you will need are provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/leprechaun-glyph-cont.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. With the patterns in hand, all you will need are scissors, glue, markers and construction paper in  two shades of green, yellow, black, tan and orange. Have your students answer the following questions to complete their leprechauns:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Leprechaun Glyph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Leprechaun-Glyph.jpg\" alt=\"Glyph Instructions for Completing Leprechaun\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few examples completed by Kathy's class. It will be cute to see how many students claim to have actually spotted a leprechaun (indicated by yellow buttons)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Completed Leprechaun Glyph Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-student1.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids Example 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Completed Leprechaun Glyph Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-student2.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are always on the hunt for great ideas for our readers and \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e is quickly becoming one of our favorite sources! Be sure to stop by Kathy's site to check out her amazing collection of ideas soon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206849049,"sku":"A6982","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/leprechaun-glyph-teacher.jpg?v=1522782308"},{"product_id":"spring-fever-butterflies-freebie-a6988","title":"Spring Fever Butterflies FREEbie","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Fever Butterflies FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-butterflies-CoverPage.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Butterflies for Math and Literacy Practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teach It With Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOkay, show of hands... Who is ready for SPRING?!? I don't know about you, but we Ohioans are definitely ready to put our snow shoveling days behind us...at least for a few months! So, we've been on the hunt for all things Spring and in our search we came across these super cute butterflies featured by Randi over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/spring-fever-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach It With Class\u003c\/a\u003e. With this cutie, Spring is definitely in the air! And best of all, the ideas and templates are provided as a FREEbie!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/spring-fever-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etemplate\u003c\/a\u003e is provided for quick assembly by you, or it could be used as a stencil for your kiddos to trace and put together themselves if you're looking for a cute craft to go along with the review exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the sections of the butterly broken down into 5, the options for review in math and literacy are endless! Just a few examples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresenting Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddition and Subtraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStory Maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong and Short Vowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Fever Butterflies Exercise Examples\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sprig-butterflies-example.jpg\" alt=\"Exercise Examples for Use with Spring Fever Butterflies\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teach It With Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when the review is complete, hang the cute little buggers around your room for a colorful Spring time display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach It With Class\u003c\/a\u003e to get your FREEbie and to check out all of Randi's fantastic ideas!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207012889,"sku":"A6988","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spring-butterflies-CoverPage.jpg?v=1522782309"},{"product_id":"3-d-relief-flower-collage-for-spring-a6991","title":"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a little 'pop' to your spring flower artwork and decorations by creating 3-D relief flowers, as shown here by Mr. E over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.artwithmre.com\/2011\/04\/spring-collage-go-3-d.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt With Mr. E\u003c\/a\u003e. Creating 3-D relief flowers is not only a great way to help your students understand layering and the difference between 2-D and 3-D, it's a perfect opportunity to add a little interest (and a whole lot of color) to your spring flower artwork!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you need is construction paper in assorted colors, scissors and glue and you're ready to begin creating! Check out a few examples created by the students in Mr. E's class. I think it's safe to say they caught on to the 3-D relief concept quite well! SO pretty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers2.jpg\" alt=\"Example 2, Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring Up Close\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers3.jpg\" alt=\"Up Close Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.artwithmre.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt With Mr. E\u003c\/a\u003e to check out his awesome collection of art ideas! It really is impressive!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207045657,"sku":"A6991","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3d-flowers1.jpg?v=1522782309"},{"product_id":"super-fun-cross-curricular-spring-plant-lesson-idea-a7009","title":"Super Fun Cross-Curricular Spring Plant Lesson Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love cross-curricular studies - especially combining literature and science! Applying learned skills\/concepts to more than one subject simultaneously not only creates a more meaningful learning experience, it also creates a more fluid learning environment as classroom activities\/experiments naturally flow into one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlisha, second grade teacher and creator of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/plantsflowerslife-cyclesspring.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e, paired Lynne Cherry's \"How Groundhog's Garden Grew\" with her science unit on plants\/flowers and it was a huge hit! Check it out...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Groundhog's Garden Grew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/61tXHBuEGqL.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry's tale tells the story of a happy little groundhog who loves to eat fresh vegetables from his neighbor's garden until, one day, a friend shows him the joy of planting his \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e garden. With these new lessons in mind, the story then follows groundhog's gardening journey from start to finish; from seed gathering and planting, to tending the plants and gathering the produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce Alisha and her kiddos read the book, she invites them to discus the problem\/solution of the story. Isn't her anchor chart for the activity adorable!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning About Plants\/Flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been introduced to the concept of growing fruits and vegetables, the book provides the perfect segue into learning about what plants need to grow and the life cycle of a plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlisha and her second graders compared what living things (humans\/animals) need...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e...versus the things that plans\/flowers need to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThen Alisha introduced the life cycle of a plant with this fabulous (and enormous!) display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe learning experience is so much richer when students are encouraged to apply new concepts\/knowledge across multiple disciplines\/subject areas! And it certainly doesn't hurt when your teacher is super creative and can bring the subject alive with creative lessons\/activities! We just love the anchor charts and colorful visual aids Alisha uses, and highly recommend that you check out her other learning ideas over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207406105,"sku":"A7009","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg?v=1522782311"},{"product_id":"tissue-paper-art-spring-flowers-a7003","title":"Tissue Paper Art - Spring Flowers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Tissue Paper Art - Spring Flowers\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-flower.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Flower Tissue Paper Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teaching in Room 6\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow pretty is this photo?!? I would be lying if I said I didn't spend a few minutes just gazing at it. Ah, the beauty of Spring. Makes me wish it was warm enough here to finally head outside! Fortunately there is always the option of bringing the beauty indoors. Check out this photo-inspired idea featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachinginroom6.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/spring-is-here.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching in Room 6\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Flower Tissue Paper Art\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplies you will need to get started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown crayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue watercolor paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted color tissue paper (precut into small squares)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students start by using a brown crayon to draw tree branches on their white paper. The number of branches can be left up to the student, but make sure they draw a main branch 'coming out' from the side of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, ask them to paint their entire page using blue watercolor (they can paint right over the brown crayon). Some students will choose a lighter covering of blue by using more water, while others will paint over the area several times with less water to create a deeper blue. It's all up to the students and should end with a nice assortment of shades of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Tissue Paper Art - Spring Flowers Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-flower-inprogress.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2 - Spring Flower Tissue Paper Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teaching in Room 6\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the paint is dry, have each student select several tissue paper squares in two different colors (make sure they get several of each color). Then, piece-by-piece have them place a square of tissue paper around the end of their pencil, dip it in glue and stick it to one of their tree branches. They can choose to place each color onto the branches separately, or they can place one color on top of another for a two-color look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out these examples completed by Stephanie's class. Wouldn't they make a beautiful Springtime display on a classroom wall or bulletin board? And check out the different shades of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Tissue Paper Art - Spring Flowers Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tissue-spring-flower1.jpg\" alt=\"Example 1 - Spring Flower Tissue Paper Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teaching in Room 6\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Tissue Paper Art - Spring Flowers Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tissue-spring-flower2.jpg\" alt=\"Example 2 - Spring Flower Tissue Paper Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teaching in Room 6\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachinginroom6.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching in Room 6\u003c\/a\u003e for additional Springtime inspiration!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207438873,"sku":"A7003","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spring-flower.jpg?v=1522782312"},{"product_id":"spring-windsock-craftivity-all-about-rain-a7004","title":"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this super cute windsock craftivity that Cara featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/post-spring-break-craftivity.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e. What we love about this craftivity is that it could easily be used for ANY topic your class happens to be covering!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Windsock Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplies you will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite construction paper (9\" x 12\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted color construction paper (precut into strips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStapler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper hole punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide each of your students with a white piece of construction paper and instruct them to draw a rainy day scene - can be anything they want (as long as it includes a few clouds and rain drops).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/b\u003e Make sure each student has 6 strips of precut construction paper, each strip a different color. In Cara's example she had her students write one fact they learned about rain on three different strips. On the fourth strip they wrote a sentence about how rain makes them feel. The fifth strip was a short explanation about how rain affects the environment (great link to science discussion!). And on the final and 6th strip her students wrote about a book they were reminded of when they were discussing rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain, Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock2.jpg\" alt=\"Example 2 - Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, the beauty of this craftivity is that it can be tailored to meet your class's needs. Maybe you're getting ready to learn about rain and you could have your students write three facts they already know, and three things they hope to learn. Or, maybe your class is learning about seeds and the growing season - you could easily have your students draw a colorful flower garden and complete the 6 strips about the process of growing a plant. Be creative! The options are endless!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/b\u003e Once your students have completed their drawings and strips, have them staple the 6 strips across the bottom of their picture (they may need assistance with this part). Then staple the drawing together to create a cylinder, punch two holes into the top and attach a piece of yarn for hanging. How cute would these be hanging from the ceiling around your class?!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain, Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock.jpg\" alt=\"Example 1 - Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e is quickly becoming one of our favorite stops for gathering creative ideas. Be sure to swing by Cara's site soon to check it out!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207504409,"sku":"A7004","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rain-windsock-complete.jpg?v=1522782312"},{"product_id":"earth-day-cherry-blossom-tree-craft-for-kids-a7023","title":"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree - Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree - Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-tree-art.jpg\" alt=\"Soda Bottle Painting Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-tree.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e combined two crafty ideas to create an Earth Day cherry blossom tree you are sure to love! She took the basics of painting with a soda bottle and added in a cardboard twist to bring the branches to life. And even better, the craft will teach your kiddos all about using recycled materials (empty soda bottles, cardboard and paper). Perfect for celebrating Earth Day!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Tree\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials You Will Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSoda bottles\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCardboard\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBowls or Plates (for holding paint)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePink paint (or green for an apple tree)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need to collect several liter size soda bottles and cardboard before you complete this project with your class. To get your students involved in the concept of recycling, ask them to bring these used items from home a week or so before you'll need them. In preparation, you'll also want to split the cardboard, exposing the \"ridged\" side to get a true bark look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Supplies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/painting-supplies.jpg\" alt=\"Supplies for Soda Bottle Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a white piece of paper and a small section of cardboard. Have them cut the cardboard into strips and glue them onto their paper to create a tree trunk and branches (ridged side up).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cutting-cardboard.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cardboard-tree-branches.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the tree branches complete, have your students paint on their pink blossoms using the bottom of a soda bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/painting-with-pop-bottles.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fun twist, you could give your kiddos the option of creating an apple tree instead. Simply use green paint instead of pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Complete\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/finished-pop-bottle-pictures.jpg\" alt=\"Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute would these be on a classroom wall surrounded by recycling ideas written out on pink and green paper?!? Have a brainstorming session with your kiddos on ways to help the environment to complete your Earth Day display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e to take a look at Michelle's amazing blog! It's quickly becoming one of our favorite resources!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208061465,"sku":"A7023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earth-day-tree-art.jpg?v=1522782315"},{"product_id":"coffee-filter-stained-glass-craft-for-earth-day-a7028","title":"Coffee Filter 'Stained Glass' Craft for Earth Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Coffee Filter 'Stained Glass' Craft for Earth Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/coffee-filter-earth-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Coffee Filter Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lessons with Laughter\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a beautiful window display for Earth Day with this creative 'stained glass' idea featured by Molly over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lessonswithlaughter.com\/2013\/04\/earth-dayweek.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLessons with Laughter\u003c\/a\u003e. You probably have everything you need to complete the craft with your class already at your fingertips!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e'Stained Glass' Earth Day Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies Needed:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCoffee filters\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGreen and Blue markers\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSpray bottle of water\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePaper towels\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlack construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eTape\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eContact paper {optional}\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave each of your students color a coffee filter with blue (ocean) and green (land) markers to resemble the earth. You can assign the continents you'd like for them to include, or let them choose a side of the globe! Just make sure they color in the entire filter. Then, place the colored coffee filters on a paper towel and have them spray the entire thing with water (about 6-8 squirts). Watch the colors spread and then allow them to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"'Stained Glass' Craft for Earth Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/coffee-filter-earth-steps.jpg\" alt=\"Steps for Completing Earth Day Coffee Filter Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lessons with Laughter\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the coffee filters are drying, have your students trace and cut out a frame from black construction paper. They can then tape their 'stained glass' Earth to the back of the frame. Hang in your classroom windows for a beautiful Earth Day display! \u003cem\u003e(Optional\u003c\/em\u003e - Cover the completed projects with contact paper or laminate.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"'Stained Glass' Window Display for Earth Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/coffee-filter-earth-windowdisplay.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Coffee Filter Craft Window Display\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lessons with Laughter\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you're looking for additional ideas, be sure to head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lessonswithlaughter.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLessons with Laughter\u003c\/a\u003e to check out Molly's amazing site!!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208225305,"sku":"A7028","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/coffee-filter-earth-complete.jpg?v=1522782316"},{"product_id":"earth-day-inspired-tree-craft-and-display-a7029","title":"Earth Day Inspired Tree Craft and Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Inspired Tree Craft and Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-tree-display.jpg\" alt=\"Tree Craft and Display to Celebrate Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: I Heart Crafty Things\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this display featured by Rachel over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartcraftythings.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-inspired-tree-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Heart Crafty Things\u003c\/a\u003e?!? Crafting a tree display with your kiddos would be the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day (which is rapidly approaching)! Trees are, after all, incredibly important for our Earth. And we love the bright colors and the 3-D effect created with the tree trunk. For the complete tutorial and supply list, head over to Rachel's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartcraftythings.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-inspired-tree-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208290841,"sku":"A7029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earth-day-tree-display.jpg?v=1522782317"},{"product_id":"easy-oil-pastel-art-project-a7046","title":"Easy Oil Pastel Art Project","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Easy Oil Pastel Art Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-oilpastel-bunny-final.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Art Project Using Oil Pastels\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a simple art project to complete with your kiddos, check out this oil pastel project that was featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/easy-oil-pastel-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e. The project can easily be tailored to fit any season, holiday, or topic! We love the cute bunny the Moffatt Girls chose for Spring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies You'll Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePencils\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eOil pastels\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWatercolor paints\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a white piece of paper and have them draw a picture in pencil (the provided example shows a bunny with an outdoor background). You could have all of your students draw a similar picture, or you could let their imaginations take over. In the end, it's really all about the techniques!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Easy Oil Pastel Drawing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny-sketching.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing to Begin Oil Pastel Art Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the drawings are complete, have your students use oil pastels to first outline over their drawing and then to color everything in. Don't worry about smearing or white spaces with the oil pastels - the watercolor paint will fix all of it in the next step!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Oil Pastels To Fill In Drawing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny.jpg\" alt=\"Filling In With Oil Pastels\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the final step, use watercolor paint to paint over the entire picture (make sure the watercolor paint color matches the oil pastels the students used). How cute is the result?!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Oil Pastel Art Project Complete\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny-watercolor.jpg\" alt=\"Completed Oil Pastel Art Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e to see what other crafty ideas the girls have up their sleeves!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208880665,"sku":"A7046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spring-oilpastel-bunny-final.jpg?v=1522782320"},{"product_id":"fraction-mania-a-colorful-math-bulletin-board-idea-a7061","title":"\"Fraction Mania!\" A Colorful Math Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fractions-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Tunstall's Teaching Tidbits\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this gorgeous fractions bulletin board created by Reagan over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/tunstalltimes.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/bulletin-boards-bffs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTunstall Times\u003c\/a\u003e! This is a prime example of how classroom decor can be fun \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e educational! Not only does it display her kiddos hard work (always a plus), it also serves as a colorful concept review board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought we'd highlight the activities used to create the board even though most of them are paid products! Who knows, they might spark your own creativity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGumball Machines \u0026amp; Pizzas. The colorful gumball machines and fraction pizza crafts come from Amy Lemons of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/stepintosecondgrade.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStep Into Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e. Against the black background the crafts, they really pop! With the gumball machine, students assemble the machine, decorating it with colored circles, then analyze the 'gumballs' to find the parts of a whole. Similarly, with the fraction pizza, students craft a six-piece pizza and decorate it with toppings, then analyze the toppings - i.e. My pizza is 1\/6 peppers, 3\/6 pepperoni, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainbow Fractions. Using colorful construction paper, students created a stunning visual representation of the parts of a whole!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find the links to the products at Reagan's blog, but here's a list of the activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut \u0026amp; Paste Fraction Sort. This activity was created by Lindsey of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.theteacherwife.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Teacher Wife\u003c\/a\u003e. Students are provided with a labeled table and invited to organize the different fraction types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoe Fractions. Students analyze the shoes of the members of their group; first finding the total pairs of shoes and then determining how many tie, buckle, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName Fractions. Similar to the activity above, students analyze the names of the members of their group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM\u0026amp;M Fractions. Students are provided with a mini pack of M\u0026amp;M candies and are invited to sort, record, and analyze the candies inside to determine the breakdown of colors in the package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFraction Mania Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReally, this board is pretty simple to assemble. All you need is black bulletin board paper, a colorful border, and colorful bulletin board letters. The rest of the decoration will come from your students' work!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734209306649,"sku":"A7061","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fractions-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782323"},{"product_id":"the-amazing-world-of-clouds-weather-craftivity-with-free-printables-a7069","title":"\"The Amazing World of Clouds\" Weather Craftivity (with FREE Printables!)","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"The Amazing World of Clouds Weather Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/amazing-world-of-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Weather Craftivity on Clouds\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you ever find yourself in the middle of a unit and realize that straight memorization and writing becomes somewhat monotonous, boring...your kiddos are all of a sudden staring back at you with cute little completely blank faces? Take a break from the monotony with a craftivity - designed to engage and inform and provide a little fun in the process!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraci of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflies in First\u003c\/a\u003e knew her kiddos needed a break in the middle of their weather unit, so she came up with this cleaver cloud craftivity. Everything her students need to know about the different types of clouds wrapped up into an engaging activity. Traci even provides the printables you will need to complete the craftivity \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Amazing World of Clouds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with 3 1\/2 pieces of construction paper layered and staggered about an inch. Then fold in half to create the booklet and staple together. Traci's class used blue (1) and gray (2) - perfect for an activity about clouds! - but any colors will do. Then, have your students glue the printed title to the top and label each section accordingly with crayon or marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe booklet is broken down into the following 5 sections (students are provided a printed definition to glue on for each section and cotton balls for demonstrating the look of each type of cloud):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhat Are Clouds?\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - What Are Clouds?\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/what-are-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Definition of Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCirrus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Cirrus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cirrus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Cirrus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCumulus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Cumulus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cumulus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Cumulus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eStratus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Stratus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/stratus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Stratus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMy Favorite Cloud\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - My Favorite Cloud\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/favorite-clouds1.jpg\" alt=\"My Favorite Cloud for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - My Favorite Cloud 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/favorite-clouds2.jpg\" alt=\"My Favorite Cloud 2 for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflies in First\u003c\/a\u003e to get the printables for this quick and effective activity. And be sure to check out everything else Traci's blog has to offer!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734209634329,"sku":"A7069","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/amazing-world-of-clouds.jpg?v=1522782325"},{"product_id":"wheres-my-mummy-halloween-writing-craftivity-with-freebie-a7262","title":"\"Where's My Mummy?\" Halloween Writing Craftivity with FREEBIE!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for last minute Halloween ideas? Check out this cute writing craftivity from Jenn over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-freebies-and-opportunity-to.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e! We hadn't heard of the book \u003cstrong\u003eWhere's My Mummy?\u003c\/strong\u003e written by Carolyn Crimi until we stumbled across Jenn's post, but if you get a chance to check it out, it sounds like a cute story! It's on this story that Jenn based her adorable Halloween writing craftivity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaby Mummy Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Finished.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimi's tale follows a baby mummy who isn't frightened by the usual Halloween monsters and 'scariness', but \u003cem\u003eIS\u003c\/em\u003e scared by a mouse. After reading the story, Jenn had her kiddos craft the baby mummy character. They used a paper plate, strips of manilla paper, and black construction paper!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWriting Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Paper-Freebie.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, Jenn had her students complete the following prompt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"When I get scared, my mummy...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can actually download the prompt paper for FREE over at her blog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe've always been a fan of pairing art with writing and reading! What's cool about this particular writing craftivity is that it's not based on your traditional 'Halloween read' and, for younger students, it offers a great opportunity to talk about feelings, particularly what it's like to be scared and how to deal with situations that might make us nervous, scared, etc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215041049,"sku":"A7262","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782358"},{"product_id":"2-spooktacular-halloween-writing-craftivities-a7263","title":"2 'Spooktacular' Halloween Writing Craftivities!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stumbled across these awesome Halloween writing craftivities over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e and thought, if you're in the market for some last minute Halloween activities, these could make a cute addition to your holiday plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHaunted House + Five Senses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading various Halloween stories about haunted houses, Michelle had her kiddos think about what it might be like to visit a haunted house and describe their 'experience' using their five senses. As she prompted them - i.e. \"What would you see in a haunted house?\", What would you hear in a haunted house?\", etc. - her students brainstormed together and completed a super cute anchor chart. In addition to tapping into their senses, Michelle also invited her kiddos to think about how they might \u003cem\u003efeel\u003c\/em\u003e in a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing down all their thoughts, students 'constructed' their own haunted house using black construction paper and crayons, and wrote about visiting a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Jacques Duquennoy's Halloween tale \u003cstrong\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/strong\u003e, Henry the Ghost hosts a dinner party at which the ghost guests turn the colors of the foods they eat! Pulling from this theme, Michelle and her students brainstormed a list of foods that they thought ghosts might like to eat, then they each chose a food and wrote about it - describing and illustrating what the ghost looked like after eating the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreat ideas, right!? For these 'spooktacular' writing craftivities (and lots of other great lesson, craft, activity, etc. ideas!), be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215139353,"sku":"A7263","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg?v=1522782359"},{"product_id":"awesome-alliteration-activity-super-snazzy-snowmen-a7242","title":"Awesome Alliteration Activity \u0026 Super Snazzy Snowmen!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Finished.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2014\/01\/snowman-alliteration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e put together this super cute lesson idea that pairs alliteration with an adorable snowman craft! After studying various examples of alliteration, have your kiddos try their hand at crafting their own winter poem about snowmen. For younger writers, you might brainstorm adjectives, verbs, etc. that start with \"S\". Older writers can work in pairs or individually. Here are some cute examples from Michelle's fourth graders;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Poem-Example1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Poem-Example2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing their poems, they can start crafting...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut a snowman shape from white construction paper - a circle head and trapezoid body - and glue the snowman to a piece of bright blue card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd an orange construction paper 'carrot' nose and cut a scarf from colored paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rest of the details can be added with a black permanent marker and white crayon. Draw the mouth and arms with the marker and background snowflakes with the white crayon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsn't the finished project super cute!? And they make an adorable bulletin board...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou can find this awesome lesson idea and more over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2014\/01\/snowman-alliteration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734216122393,"sku":"A7242","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Finished.jpg?v=1522782364"},{"product_id":"free-pizza-fraction-activity-craft-a7284","title":"FREE Pizza Fraction Activity \u0026 Craft!","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pizza-Fraction-Activity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFractions can often be a difficult concept for students to grasp. Jenn over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/free-pizza-fractions-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e was finding that her kiddos needed a little reinforcment working with fourths\/quarters and so she created this fun pizza fraction craftivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Prep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJenn prepared a brown crust cutout and yellow cheese cutout, as well as 1 1\/2\" x 12\" strips of red, green, black, and light brown paper for each student.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompleting the Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pizza-Fraction-Activity-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst, Jenn invited her students to cut out and assemble the crust and cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext, she demonstrated how to cut the toppings from the strips of construction paper. [NOTE: In her FREE activity packet, Jenn details how she cut each of the toppings as well as how she describes the process for her kiddos!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen, once the pizzas are fully assembled and dried, Jenn has her students cut their pizza into four equal pieces and paste them onto a piece on construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, they complete the writing prompt...\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"My pizza is divided into ___________ (fourths) which are also called ___________ (quarters).\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n...and, once completed, the prompt paper is glued to the craft! [NOTE: The prompt paper is included in the FREE activity packet!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a great way to help reinforce some of those tricky concepts! To grab a copy of this great math craftivity freebie, be sure to visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/free-pizza-fractions-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734217269273,"sku":"A7284","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pizza-Fraction-Activity-1.jpg?v=1522782371"},{"product_id":"paper-plate-shark-craft-for-kids-a7287","title":"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/paper-plate-shark-step5.jpg\" alt=\"Kids Craft - Paper Plate Shark\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this cute shark craft that was featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/paper-plate-shark-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e! It would be a perfect addition to accompany a trip to the aquarium, or to go along with a story. A few recommendations: \u003cem\u003eDon't Eat the Teacher\u003c\/em\u003e by Nick Ward, \u003cem\u003eWhat if the Shark Wears Tennis Shoes?\u003c\/em\u003e by Winifred Morris, or try out \u003cem\u003eNever Take a Shark to the Dentist\u003c\/em\u003e by Judi Barrett!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlue and White construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePaper plate\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCrayons\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin the shark by cutting small triangles around the perimeter of the paper plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids, Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/paper-plate-shark-step1.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1, Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen fold all of the triangles inward toward the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids, Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/paper-plate-shark-step2.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2, Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, color the outside of the paper plate blue to match the construction paper body. (It may be easier to color before folding the triangles inward, but these are the steps as they were originally given).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids, Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/paper-plate-shark-step3.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3, Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, attach the created mouth and wiggle eyes to a shark shape and voila! Your cute shark is finished. If you're so inclined, you could add a fish or two to the shark's mouth for a quick snack as pictured above (but for youngers kiddos, you may want to skip that part...).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids, Step 4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/paper-plate-shark-step4.jpg\" alt=\"Step 4, Paper Plate Shark Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFor additional crafty ideas, be sure to check out \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734217498649,"sku":"A7287","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/paper-plate-shark-step5.jpg?v=1522782372"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Fractions-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1530027824","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/3rd-grade-crafts\/month-october.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}