{"title":"Back To School Crafts","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"back-to-school-footprint-fun-a1025","title":"Back-To-School Footprint Fun Bulletin Board Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-276   \" alt=\"Back to School Inspirational Preschool Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: SignUpGenius.com | Tamara Armentrout\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to promote a positive learning environment is to find ways to incorporate positive messages in your classroom displays and bulletin boards. For Mrs. Armentrout and Mrs. Tinney, this means capturing the excitement of the first week of school and using it to \"jump right in\" to learning with an attitude of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFootprint Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We've Jumped Right In With Both Feet!\" or \"We've Jumped Right In For A Successful School Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armentrout and Tinney used a solid black wavy trimmer, but you might also consider adding a brightly pattered border or colored trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure out the amount of white bulletin board paper needed to cover the board, cut and tape it together creating a large \"mural\". Provide your students with shallow dishes of paint in assorted colors and paint brushes, instructing them take turns painting their bare feet and creating a print around the edges of the paper. Have your students use a black permanent marker to write their name under their footprints then set the \"mural\" aside to dry. When the paint has completely dried, attach the paper to the bulletin board, add the title letters and border, and you'll have a fun and positive classroom decoration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost students like getting \"messy\" for art. We'd love to know how\u003c\/em\u003e you\u003cem\u003e use your students hand- and footprints around the classroom so leave us a comment!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cdel\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FOR TEACHERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board was a submission to SignUpGenius' Back-To-School Bulletin Board Contest where one lucky teacher will win a $250 Walmart gift card to help with the cost of classroom supplies. Here's how it works, go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/contest\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius.com\u003c\/a\u003e and:\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eUpload your classroom bulletin board picture.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe first 20 entries will win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card.\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eHave your classroom students and parents “vote” for your board (one vote per day per household allowed).\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cdel\u003eThe Bulletin board with the most votes through 9\/20\/10 wins a $250 Walmart gift card for classroom \"back to school\" supplies!\u003c\/del\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlthough the contest is now closed, be sure to check out how \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSignUpGenius\u003c\/a\u003e can help you organize classroom parties, teacher groups, and much much more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087966745,"sku":"A1025","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Weve-Jumped-Right-In-Welcome-Board.jpg?v=1522781596"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-september-a3727","title":"Hand Print Calendar: September","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg\" alt=\"september calendar page with fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeptember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn September, most kids are headed back to school - engrossed by thoughts of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, school buses, and the new school year! Bring this theme to your September calendar page with a hand and fingerprint apple tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8637-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8634-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4916-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17628-construction-paper-12-x-18-white-bright-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Apple Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to dip the tip of their finger into a shallow bowl of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8255-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e then make a series of fingerprints (in the shape of an oval) to one side of their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6012-sunworks0174-white-construction-paper-12-x-18.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1301.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students coat one finger with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1302.jpg\" alt=\"finger painted with brown tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage students to press their entire finger to the paper, directly under the freshly created \"leaves\" to create a tree trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1303.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves and brown finger print tree trunk\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the tree trunk and leaves have dried, invite students to dip the tip of their finger into \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable red paint\u003c\/a\u003e and create \"apples\" on and around the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1314.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeptember Good Morning Song\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the school.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the pencils and pens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the teacher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the kids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to learning with my friends.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099468313,"sku":"A3727","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"weve-got-the-scoop-on-fun-back-to-school-door-display-a1166","title":"We've Got the Scoop on FUN! - Ice Cream Classroom Door Decorating Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2269\" title=\"Ice-Cream-Door-BBI\" alt=\"Summer or Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-Door-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe've got the \"scoop\" on next year's welcome door display! Try this adorable ice cream sundae board, complete with dynamic colors, fun craft, and refreshing summer theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIce Cream Sundaes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2271\" title=\"Ice-Cream-1a\" alt=\"Back To School Ice Cream Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-1a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eProvide your kiddos with the ice cream sundae template, inviting them to trace and cut sundae bowls and scoops of ice cream from the card stock. You might also consider printing the templates directly onto colored paper for your students to cut out.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2272\" title=\"Ice-Cream-2a\" alt=\"Ice Cream Back To School Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-2a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHave students arrange their bowls and scoops, gluing them together.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2273\" title=\"Ice-Cream-5a\" alt=\"Ice Cream Back To School Welcome Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-5a.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eUsing empty plastic condiment squeeze bottles full of brown craft paint, have your students add \"hot fudge\" to their sundaes, sprinkling colorful baking sprinkles over the wet paint. Set aside to dry.\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2274\" title=\"Ice-Cream-7\" alt=\"Back To School Ice Cream Theme Door Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ice-Cream-7.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhen dry, mount the sundae onto a piece of card stock. Using homemade puffy paint [i.e. equal parts craft glue and shaving cream], have your kiddos add \"whipped cream\" to their sundaes along with a red pom pom \"cherry\". Set aside to dry. When dry, cut out the ice cream cutouts for your bulletin board! [NOTE: If you're worried about the puffy paint, you could also glue cotton balls to the top of the sundae to create the whipped cream.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Scoop on Fun Door Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light pink bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"_______________ [Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203, Kindergarten, etc] Has The Scoop On Fun!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed. If you want to tie everything together, you might consider a solid complimentary color trimmer or a homemade border of \"maraschino cherry\" cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' ice cream sundae crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to leave a comment with your feedback and catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120210457,"sku":"A1166","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-Door-BBI.jpg?v=1522781792"},{"product_id":"cookin-up-something-good-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1165","title":"Cookin' Up Something Good! - Back to School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Grill-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis welcome\/back to school bulletin board display brings a bit of summer to the classroom with a fun cook-out theme! Best of all, it provides a super fun craft activity to kick off the first week of school!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Burgers and Fries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to pick a partner {or create pairs beforehand}, having them help each other paint their fingers\/palm with the following colors [See picture above]:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb\/pinky finger = tan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointer finger = green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle finger = red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing finger = brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The picture and sample craft was made using an adult hand. For a child-size print, be sure to paint the entire fingers as well.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students carefully place their painted hand off to one side on the paper plate, press it to the paper, and carefully peel it away to reveal a print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter washing their hand, have your kiddos dip the length of their pointer finger into a shallow dish of yellow paint, pressing it to the plate to create a print (on the opposite side of their hand print). Have them complete this process several times, dipping their finger in the paint when needed. Set the paper plate aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce dry, invite your students to use a black marker to add the detailing to their hand print burger and finger print french fries - the bun, burger patty, tomato, lettuce, and \"crinkle\" of the crinkle fries!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Summer Theme Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grill-BBI-5.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCookin' Up Something Good!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper or a red checkered plastic \"cook-out\" table cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"_______________ [Kindergarten's, Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203 Is, etc] Cookin' Up Something Good!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid red trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Grill. Draw or trace a large half circle onto a piece of black bulletin board paper. [Optional: Add \"dimension\" to the grill by adding a flat\/skinny gray oval to the top.] Cut three long strips of black paper to create the grill \"legs\", adding \"wheels\" to two of the legs. 2) The Plates of Food. Use your kiddos' crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We appreciate your feedback so be sure to check out our comment section below or find us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734120472601,"sku":"A1165","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Grill-BBI.jpg?v=1522781793"},{"product_id":"put-your-best-foot-forward-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1179","title":"Put Your Best Foot Forward... - Back To School Shoe Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2433\" title=\"Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Back To School Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHelp your kiddos set goals for a successful school year with this awesome bulletin board idea we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ilovethatteachingidea.com\/ideas\/020109_a_twist_on_put_your_best_foot_forward.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Love That Teaching Idea\u003c\/a\u003e {submitted by an Arizona homeschooler}. It's never too early to get your students involved in their own education, planning practical steps \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e can take for academic improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShoe Projects\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding to the appeal of the board with some cutesy word play, have your students decorate a shoe and answer one {or all!} of the following prompts...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'm going to put my 'heart-n-\u003cem\u003esole\u003c\/em\u003e' into...\" ~ Have students list a subject\/topic that they enjoy and look forward to studying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'll put my 'best foot' forward by...\" ~ Invite students to think of something that will set them up for success in their new learning environment. For example,\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by coming to class prepared.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by being respectful of my teacher and my classmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by being a good listener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"From head to 'toe'...watch me GROW!\" ~ Have your kiddos choose a subject\/topic that, in past years has been challenging, and make a commitment to see growth\/improvement by putting all these goals into practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I'll keep my grades 'in step' by...\" ~ Invite your students to list a practical step they can take to keep their grades up. For instance,\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by turning homework in on time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by writing all assignments, test dates, etc. in my planner so I don't forget anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...by asking questions when I don't understand something.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: At I Love That Teaching Idea, you can find shoe templates that already have these wonderful prompts listed on them so be sure to head over for the download!!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePut Your Best Foot Forward Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e The above image shows white bulletin board paper, but you can certainly use another color of your choice!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Put Your Best Foot Forward...Goals for the new school year!\" ~ Use traditional bulletin board letters or computer generated signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or a back to school theme border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eHave your students draw and decorate their own shoe, penning the prompt and their response on the side, or download the awesome templates from I Love That Teaching Idea to save some time. Arrange your kiddos' shoes around the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: This could be a great activity to do at \"Meet the Teacher Night\". Parents will get to see what goals their children are setting and can help them stay accountable. Also, the board will then be fully decorated with student-created work for the first day of school! If you don't have time to complete this activity before the start of school, consider creating example shoes to place on the board so that it's not blank when your kiddos walk in!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-217-bulletin-board-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBackground paper\u003c\/a\u003e in your choice of color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-153-bulletin-board-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary colored \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-135-bulletin-board-borders.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board border\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e {to print reproducible shoe templates or for drawing}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola crayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734123749401,"sku":"A1179","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Put-Your-Best-Foot-Forward-BBI.jpg?v=1522781810"},{"product_id":"fabulous-faces-interactive-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1184","title":"\"Fabulous Faces!\" - Interactive Back To School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Fabulous-Faces-BBI\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2475  \" alt=\"Back to School Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eAdapted using art selections from artabroad.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found the original idea for this bulletin board over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artabroad.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/who-am-i-third-grade-self-portraits.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Abroad\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog created by elementary art teacher, Stephanie Melachrinos, and thought it would be a fantastic interactive \"welcome back\" bulletin board and \"get-to-know you\" activity for your new students {the whole \"two birds with one stone\" saying comes to mind!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the fabulous art lesson at Art Abroad to have your kiddos make self-portraits with paper on the first day of school {or with the help of their parents at \"Meet the Teacher\" night!}. Select several of the finished portraits to display on your bulletin board, along with a number, one through _____ {depends on how many posters fit on your bulletin board}. Create a worksheet, like the example below, inviting your students to fill in the names of their classmates. Display a second group of portraits the next day and repeat the activity until every student's portrait has been displayed. This is a great way for your kiddos to learn each others' names, as well as start to put names with faces! \u003cimg title=\"Fabulous-Faces-BBI-Handout\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2478\" alt=\"Back To School Activity for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI-Handout.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Fabulous Faces!\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange bulletin board paper (or another complimentary color of your choice!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Fabulous Faces of _______________ [Kindergarten, Mrs. Nelson's Class, etc]!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple complimentary solid color border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' self-portraits!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange bulletin board paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack solid wavy trimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction paper in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe appreciate your visit and would love to hear your thoughts about our site so leave us a comment below! :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. Here's a picture of Stephanie's original display that inspired the design above...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"DSC_0498\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2487\" alt=\"Art Room and Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC_0498.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: artabroad.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe tacked a name card under each picture, creating flaps for students and teachers to flip up after they'd made a guess.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734124666905,"sku":"A1184","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fabulous-Faces-BBI.jpg?v=1522781814"},{"product_id":"fabulous-back-to-school-melted-crayon-art-tutorial-a2361","title":"Fabulous Back To School Melted Crayon Art Tutorial!!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3122 \" title=\"crayons-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crayons-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow Crayon Classroom Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.etsy.com | JKCreate\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember this from our previous post, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2352\/crazy-about-crayons-cute-classroom-decor\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e{Crazy About Crayons}\u003c\/a\u003e?! Well, we stumbled across a tutorial for making your own and we had to pass it along. It's actually pretty easy ~ all you need is a piece of stretched canvas, a box of crayons {or several, depending on the size of your canvas}, glue, and a blow dryer! ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind the complete tutorial at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/megduerksen.typepad.com\/whatever\/2011\/08\/you-knew-i-was-going-to-make-one.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWHATEVER\u003c\/a\u003e, a colorfully fun blog created by the creative, Meg Duerksen! Here's a sneak peek at her awesome results!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3197  \" title=\"6a00d8341c469c53ef015390cbe6cf970b-700wi\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6a00d8341c469c53ef015390cbe6cf970b-700wi.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Crayon Classroom Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: megduerksen.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3198  \" title=\"6a00d8341c469c53ef014e8abf419f970d-700wi\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6a00d8341c469c53ef014e8abf419f970d-700wi.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Melted Crayon Art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: megduerksen.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over there and check it out {along with her other fantastic crafts}!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734125158425,"sku":"A2361","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/crayons-1_fa2295bf-2254-4b94-a9c4-e8630decb08f.jpg?v=1522781816"},{"product_id":"i-like-me-mirrors-a3829","title":"\"I Like Me\" Mirrors","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1259\" title=\"I-Like-Me\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/I-Like-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Motivational Literacy and Reading Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity from Mrs. Bell at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/this-week-in-kindergarten.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Place Called Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e imparts a fantastic message and is a great way to start the school year. Based on Allia Zobel Nolan's book, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat I Like About Me\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, where characters describe what makes them different and why they like the particular trait\/characteristic about themselves, students are reminded that they're all special and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading the book as a class, Mrs. Bell invites her students to take a 'look' in the mirror and determine what they like best about themselves - a great exercise for building character and self-esteem! With this in mind, she then has them create a mirror craft where they illustrate the trait\/characteristic, and displays the finished projects on a bulletin board to remind her students that they're all a special part of the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to A Place Called Kindergarten for the free mirror printable that goes along with this activity!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126731289,"sku":"A3829","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/I-Like-Me.jpg?v=1522781825"},{"product_id":"silly-wheels-on-the-bus-song-amp-activity-a3011","title":"Silly \"Wheels On The Bus\" Song \u0026amp; Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1187\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheels-on-the-bus.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Phonics Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eThis activity from Deanna Jump at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/08\/first-week-of-school-part-one.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e is perfect for the beginning of the school year! With a cute bus theme and the use of a well-known song, your students will have a blast as they build phonemic awareness (working with beginning letter sounds and letter recognition to create new song verses), practice letter formation and printing, decorate their very own school bus, and learn the names of their classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the first letter of the name, students complete the following prompt...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eThe wheels on ___________'s bus go ___umpity, ___ump all through the town!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, \"The wheels on \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eBailey\u003c\/span\u003e's bus go \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003eumpity, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003eump all through the town!\", \"The wheels on \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eJesse\u003c\/span\u003e's bus go \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003eumpity, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003eump all through the town!\", or \"The wheels on \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eMegan\u003c\/span\u003e's bus go \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003eumpity, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003eump all through the town!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 'composing' their song verses, students can then use construction paper (or other craft materials) to create and decorate a school bus, complete with the first letter of their name. Crafts in hand, gather your students in a circle and sing all of the silly new verses to \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wheels On The Bus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Mrs. Jump created an adorable bulletin board from her students' crafts!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Mrs. Jump's Class to see the awesome finished projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126829593,"sku":"A3011","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wheels-on-the-bus.jpg?v=1522781826"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-our-room-back-to-school-door-display-a1363","title":"Welcome To Our Room! -  Back-To-School Door Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4077\" title=\"Welcome-To-Our-Room\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Welcome-To-Our-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten and Elementary Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this simple handprint wreath door display from Debbie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/handprint-happiness-classroom-door.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e? We think it's a lovely way to reinforce the concept of community in the classroom and love that it doubles as a colorful {kid-created!} decoration to kick off the new school year! Easy peasy, right?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWelcome To Our Room\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up a handprinting station during your back-to-school open house or 'meet the teacher' night - providing shallow dishes of white craft paint, paint brushes, and squares of colorful construction paper. With the help of their parents, invite your new students to write their name on the back of the chosen piece of paper, then use the paint brush to coat their hand in paint and press a handprint to the front of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater, when the prints have dried, re-label the handprints with a black permanent marker and cut them out. The last step is to arrange and glue the cutouts into the shape of a wreath and attach it to your door!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo tie everything together, you might consider covering the door with colorful bulletin board paper and adding a border. We \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e how Debbie used magnet letters to spell out the title \"Welcome To The Team!\", \"Welcome To Our Room\", etc. - but you could also use simple bulletin board letters as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153699353,"sku":"A1363","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Welcome-To-Our-Room.jpg?v=1522781988"},{"product_id":"first-day-of-school-photo-frame-a2501","title":"First Day of School Photo Frame","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4181\" title=\"First-Day-of-School-Photo-Frame\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/First-Day-of-School-Photo-Frame.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.momontimeout.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake your students' first day of school memorable with this beautiful back-to-school photo frame craft created by Trish over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.momontimeout.com\/2011\/08\/first-day-of-school-photo-frame-craft.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMom On Timeout\u003c\/a\u003e. For parents, paired with a picture of their child, these crafts would make a colorful keepsake. Keeping them in the classroom, \u003cem\u003ealso\u003c\/em\u003e paired with a picture of each student on the first day of school, they would make a great back-to-school display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled cardboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6204-crayola0174-regular-size-crayons-64-crayons-all-colors-including-gold-silver-in-a-hinged-top-box.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-784-prang-tempera-paint-set-of-twelve-16-oz-bottles.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-94-tape-adhesives.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-10280-black-spumoni-letter-stickers-uppercase-black-spumoni-letter-stickers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetter stickers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA suggestion...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring back-to-school season, crayons can be purchased fairly inexpensively. However, since they're going to be broken anyway, you might consider raiding your supply of used crayons first. If using new, pre-cut the crayons for safety!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full craft tutorial, be sure to visit Mom On Timeout!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153764889,"sku":"A2501","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/First-Day-of-School-Photo-Frame.jpg?v=1522781989"},{"product_id":"my-first-day-of-school-keepsake-a2502","title":"My First Day of School Keepsake","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4186\" title=\"First-day-school-craft-photo-350x255-AFormaro-0091_rdax_65\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/First-day-school-craft-photo-350x255-AFormaro-0091_rdax_65.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and First Day of School Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com | Amanda Formaro\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to help your kiddos remember all of the fun they had on their first day of school? Check out this adorable keepsake craft created by Amanda Formaro for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/my-first-day-of-school.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e. Cute and colorful, your kiddos will be able to record the date, the name of their school, the name of their teacher, what they had for lunch, or any other information they feel is important!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21213-multicultural-paint-8-asst.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMulticultural craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-9543-sargent-artreg-crayons-24-color-set.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5990-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-assorted.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5507-heavy-rug-yarn-white.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4033-packaging-tape-scotch-brand-clear.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePacking tape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePennies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a parent, you can make this with your kiddos when they get home as a fun 'after school' craft. As a teacher, you can send these home with your kiddos - perhaps with a magnet attached to the back - for your students to display on their refrigerator and share with their families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full craft directions - and a fun FREE printable to make the process a bit easier - be sure to visit Kaboose!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-27189\/first-day-of-school-keepsake\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view suggested products for this craft!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153961497,"sku":"A2502","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/First-day-school-craft-photo-350x255-AFormaro-0091_rdax_65.jpg?v=1522781990"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-all-about-me-graphing-a3149","title":"Back-To-School \"All About Me\" Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2204\" title=\"Eye-Color-Graph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eye-Color-Graph.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and All About Me Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJulie Lee of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/all-about-me.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e is at it again, this time with a super fun \"All About Me\" unit! Perfect for the beginning of the year - it's a great way to dive right in with some new skills as well as get to know your kiddos a bit better - we know your students will have a blast with the different activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there are some great reading and literacy activities, we were drawn to all of the fun graphing activities Julie included in her unit...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye Color Pie Graph \u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eour favorite!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Many Letters Are In Your Name?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Am A... {Girl, Boy}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Color Is Your Hair?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning about the different types of graphs, how graphs help us, and participating in organizing collected data into various graphs make these activities a fantastic fit for kinder! However, we also love that each graph incorporates student created elements\/crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these and lots of other great activity ideas, be sure to visit Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153994265,"sku":"A3149","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Eye-Color-Graph.jpg?v=1522781990"},{"product_id":"mirror-mirror-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1365","title":"\"Mirror Mirror...\" - Back-To-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4088\" title=\"Mirror-Mirror\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mirror-Mirror.jpg\" alt=\"Fairytale Theme and Back To School Bulletin Board Idea for Kindergarten and Elementary\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.sjoa.org\/school\/ehomerooms\/transitional-k-ms-schroeder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this fairytale-inspired bulletin board design from kindergarten teachers, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sjoa.org\/school\/ehomerooms\/transitional-k-ms-schroeder\/ms-schroeders-weekly-memo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMs. Schroeder and Mrs. Knoth\u003c\/a\u003e, and think it would make a great addition to any early childhood learning environment! We think the fun rhyme is perfect and the cutesy student-created crafts offer your kiddos a chance to add a 'personal touch' to the classroom from the get-go, as well as take some of the decorating pressure off \u003cem\u003eyour\u003c\/em\u003e shoulders!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Mirror Mirror...\" Back-To-School Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Mirror Mirror On The Wall, Look Who's In ___________ [Kindergarten, Mrs. Nelson's Class, Room 203, etc.] This Fall!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned or solid color trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create hand mirror cutouts from construction paper in assorted colors using a handmade template or an image found online. Additionally, trace and cut an oval or circle (depends upon the shape of your mirror) from aluminum foil. Make sure the shape fits nicely inside the frame, creating the 'glass' of the hand mirror. To decorate, provide your kiddos with multicultural construction paper, crayons, yarn and other craft supplies. Invite them to draw\/create a portrait of themselves to fit inside the cutout - e.g. cut a face shape from construction paper, add yarn to create hair, and draw on a face with the crayons. For a final touch, invite your students to print their name on the handle of the mirror cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154092569,"sku":"A1365","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mirror-Mirror.jpg?v=1522781991"},{"product_id":"colorful-colored-pencil-jewelry-a2503","title":"Colorful Colored Pencil Jewelry!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4190\" title=\"crayon-beads-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crayon-beads-1.jpg\" alt=\"Recycled Art Project and Back To School Jewelry Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.designmom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe happened to stumble upon this fun post from Gabrielle Blair of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.designmom.com\/2011\/08\/diy-colored-pencil-jewelry\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDesign Mom\u003c\/a\u003e and were blown away! How great are these colored pencil jewelry pieces?! Whether you're looking to create a fun gift, are in the market for a unique fine motor builder, or simply want  a fun back-to-school craft to inspire a creative new year - we know this project is sure to be a hit with your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored pencil 'beads' {Gabrielle has a great photo tutorial for creating your own beads from colored pencils!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNecklaces. Bracelets. Pins. Headbands. Barettes. You name it! Glued or strung together, these colorful pencil pieces are so fun to work with!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For the younger crowd, you could also sneak in a mini-lesson on patterning!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full craft tutorial, be sure to visit Design Mom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154158105,"sku":"A2503","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/crayon-beads-1.jpg?v=1522781991"},{"product_id":"self-portraits-all-about-me-bookets-a3966","title":"Self-Portraits \u0026 All About Me Bookets","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2309\" title=\"All-About-Me-Portrait\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/All-About-Me-Portrait.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School All About Me Preschool Lesson Plan and Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this super cute back-to-school activity Susan Cooley over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\/2011\/08\/picture-perfect-work.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grader...at Last!\u003c\/a\u003e did with her new kiddos! Loading her firsties up with craft supplies - construction paper, scrapbook paper, yarn, scissors, glue, markers, colored pencils, beads, etc. - she invited her students to create a self-portraits. Then she had them complete an \"All About Me\" booklet to attach to the portrait and display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're not sure where Susan got her booklet, but if you're looking for some inspiration for creating your own or FREE printables, here are a few suggestions...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"All About Me\" booklet from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ayearoffhe.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/2012-wk-04-history-of-my-own.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Year of Family Home Evenings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I Am Special!\" booklet from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dbsenk.wordpress.com\/2010\/10\/21\/special-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Nana\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"All About Me\" booklet from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/printables.atozteacherstuff.com\/420\/all-about-me-printable-book\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A Book About Me\" from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgradebest.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/book-about-me.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Best\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"All About Me\" mini book from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lawteedah.com\/2010\/08\/unit-study-human-body.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLawteedah\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: We're sure there are lots more great printables floating around out there, but these will give you a great start!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you'll have to assist your preschoolers with filling in the booklets {perhaps you might send them home for parents to complete with their kiddos}, we think this is a great way for you to get to know your students and for your kiddos to get to know each other!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full post, be sure to visit First Grader...at Last!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154289177,"sku":"A3966","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/All-About-Me-Portrait.jpg?v=1522781992"},{"product_id":"all-about-me-glyphs-a3151","title":"All About Me Glyphs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2219\" title=\"all_ahbout_me_glyph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/all_ahbout_me_glyph.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School All About Me Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrsjumpsclass.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this fun back-to-school activity we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsjumpsclass.com\/August.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e. \"All About Me\" glyphs are a fabulous way to get to know your new kinders as well as introduce them to each other. Additionally, in the process of crafting, your kiddos will also build early math skills and practice following directions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it's likely to be a first, keep your glyphs simple - i.e. invite them to answer only 2 or 3 questions, each having only 2 answer options. Gender is always a fun and easy distinction. Girls could place a bow on their cutout, while boys could add a baseball cap. Other question suggestions...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich summer activity do you like best? - Swimming or riding bike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich junk food do you like best? - Potato chips or candy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre you ticklish? - Yes or no.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich do you prefer? - Cats or dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow many siblings do you have?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final results are sure to be colorful and worthy of displaying on classroom walls so classmates and parents can enjoy them!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154256409,"sku":"A3151","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/all_ahbout_me_glyph.jpg?v=1522781992"},{"product_id":"diy-back-to-school-desktop-organizers-a2505","title":"DIY Back-To-School Desktop Organizers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4204\" title=\"Desktop-Organizers\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Desktop-Organizers.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.lovemylifex4.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting ready for \"back-to-school\" doesn't just mean organizing the supplies your kiddos will use in the classroom. It's also a great time to get their home\/homework supplies organized and we found the perfect craft to help you do that. Check out these awesome DIY desktop organizers from Erin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lovemylifex4.com\/2011\/09\/first-day-of-school-2011-2012.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLove My Life x4\u003c\/a\u003e! Fabulous for corralling all your kiddos' study supplies, they'll always be able to find notebook paper, pencils, and other materials when they need them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge shoebox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled jewelry gift boxes {or other small boxes}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall plastic cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorating supplies\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift wrap, colorful\/patterned scrapbook paper, or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5292-sargent-art0174-washable-glitter-tempera-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paint in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter, spangles, and\/or sequins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStickers\u003c\/a\u003e and\/or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-648-wonderfoam0174-shapes-assorted.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eadhesive foam shapes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-28655-black-dot-to-dot-letter-stickers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetter stickers\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3165-wonderfoam0174-letters-numbers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWonderfoam letters\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4882-low-temp-glue-gun.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLow temp glue gun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a super fun way to personalize your kiddos' homework space and get them excited about the new year!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154321945,"sku":"A2505","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Desktop-Organizers.jpg?v=1522781992"},{"product_id":"friend-tree-first-day-of-school-craft-a2506","title":"Friend Tree - First Day of School Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4208\" title=\"Friend-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Friend-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Craft for Kids and Classroom Decoration\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.believingboldly.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow great is this first day of school craft we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.believingboldly.com\/2011\/12\/auction-craft-iifingerprint-tree.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBelieving Boldly\u003c\/a\u003e?! Whether you hang it on the wall outside your classroom door or use it as a decoration on your desk, we know your new kiddos will have a blast adding their print to the friendship tree. It is sure to make a great keepsake from year to year - a way to remember the students who have left their mark on your classroom! {You might also be able to get the print copied, sending one home with each of your kiddos at the end of the school year...}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTree template {We found a great template at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/styleunveiled.com\/wedding-fingerprint-tree\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStyle Unveiled\u003c\/a\u003e via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlepageturners.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/colorful-leaf-printing.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Page Turners\u003c\/a\u003e! While it was originally intended as a wedding tree, you can download and customize it to fit your needs!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2785-jumbo-circular-washable-pads-primary-kit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWashable ink pads in assorted colors \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Placed in a frame, the print will add a nice homey and personalized touch to your classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154453017,"sku":"A2506","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Friend-Tree.jpg?v=1522781993"},{"product_id":"first-day-of-school-wish-scroll-craft-a2507","title":"First Day of School - Wish Scroll Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4213\" title=\"wish-scroll-new 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/wish-scroll-new-1.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makingbookswithchildren.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe simply adore this 'wish scroll' craft from Susan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makingbookswithchildren.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/wish-scroll-for-new.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Books Blog\u003c\/a\u003e! Start the school year off right, on a positive note, inviting your kiddos to write out their goals\/wishes for the coming year - i.e. to become a better speller, to read 1 book a month, to make new friends, etc. After they've written their wishes and have had a chance to decorate their wish scrolls, collect and store the finished products. Then, at the end of each quarter or at the end of the year,  bring them out for your kiddos to re-read and assess how they've progressed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e and other fun writing instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStickers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled paper rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle hole punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-682-yarn.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft embellishments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: These will turn out larger than the one in the photo. It looks like Susan used a recycled pill bottle and long thing scraps of paper. If you have access to these supplies, it might make storage easier!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe know your students will have a blast with this project!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154616857,"sku":"A2507","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/wish-scroll-new-1.jpg?v=1522781994"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-publishing-class-books-a3154","title":"Back-To-School - Publishing Class Books","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2232\" title=\"Chicka book 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chicka-book-1.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet, Writing, and Collaborative Learning Back To School Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsgreeneskindergartenkorner.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass books offer a fun opportunity for building community and practicing early reading skills. Mrs. Greene over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsgreeneskindergartenkorner.blogspot.com\/2012\/06\/publishing-class-books.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Greene's Kindergarten Korner\u003c\/a\u003e does several fun publications with her students during the first few weeks of school and, not only does she love her kiddos collaborative creations, she's encouraged to note that these books become some of the most read books in the library!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics for her class books include...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudent birthdays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Alphabet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelping hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning letter sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe results are super colorful and we know your kiddos will have a blast working with their new classmates to create them! Be sure to visit Mrs. Greene's Kindergarten Korner to see the various prompts, crafts, and activities that go into making each class book!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154747929,"sku":"A3154","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chicka-book-1.jpg?v=1522781995"},{"product_id":"a-rainbow-of-friends-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1370","title":"A Rainbow of Friends - Back-To-School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4112\" title=\"Rainbow-of-Friends\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-of-Friends.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlemissglamourgoestokindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your new students to celebrate their uniqueness as well as their special part in the learning community with this colorful back-to-school craftivity and bulletin board idea from Kristin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlemissglamourgoestokindergarten.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/rainbow-of-friends-outline.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Miss Glamour Goes To Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. Designed to compliment P.K. Hallinan's \u003cem\u003eRainbow of Friends\u003c\/em\u003e, Kristin and her kiddos were reminded that friends come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and that it takes everyone - with their different interests, skills, and personalities - to create a successful learning environment. We love starting the school year off on such a positive {and colorful!} note!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Rainbow of Friends\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light pink bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Are A Rainbow Of Friends!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbow colored trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide each of your kiddos with a sheet of colored construction paper and, using the template that Kristin provides for FREE on her blog, have them create a self-portrait and fill in the t-shirt cutout with unique facts about themselves. Arrange the colorful portraits on the bulletin board in rainbow order!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154813465,"sku":"A1370","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rainbow-of-Friends.jpg?v=1522781995"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-craft-stamped-apple-fruit-loop-worm-a2508","title":"Back-To-School Craft - Stamped Apple + Fruit Loop Worm","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4229\" title=\"done-apple\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/done-apple.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Apple Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApples have always been associated with back-to-school season! If you're looking for a fun first day of school craft to do with your kiddos, check out this adorable apple and worm craft from Kim, featured contributor over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2011\/09\/apple-craft-for-kids.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e. We love that your little crafters get a chance to explore creating prints with actual apples and the 3D fruit loop worms add a colorful touch that 'pops'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled card board or heavy art paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed and brown craft paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChenille stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Loop cereal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project details, be sure to visit No Time For Flash Cards!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154846233,"sku":"A2508","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/done-apple.jpg?v=1522781996"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-recycled-soda-bottle-containers-a2509","title":"Back-To-School - Recycled Soda Bottle Containers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Bottle-Containers.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Crafts for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.countrywomanmagazine.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese apple shaped recycled soda bottle containers featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.countrywomanmagazine.com\/project\/recycled-soda-bottle-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCountry Woman Magazine\u003c\/a\u003e are super adorable and perfect for collecting desk\/center supplies, corralling errant items on your desk\/your students' desks, or storing homemade game pieces this school year! They're pretty simple to make and they'll look especially spiffy if you're using an apple theme for your back-to-school decor {\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1206\/best-of-the-bunch-apple-themed-welcome-display\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elike these designs\u003c\/a\u003e by first grade teacher, Mrs. Nalepa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 recycled soda bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4882-low-temp-glue-gun.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLow-temp glue gun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5993-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-brown.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-26157-sunworks-construction-paper-x-bright-green.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you decide to paint them to look like apples or prefer a different color scheme, if you're looking for an inexpensive way to create back-to-school containers, these adorable recycled are just the ticket!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Country Woman Magazine for the tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154911769,"sku":"A2509","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Bottle-Containers.jpg?v=1522781996"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-backpack-rule-reinforcement-craftivity-a3157","title":"Back-To-School Backpack Rule Reinforcement Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2252\" title=\"backpackinside\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/backpackinside.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Behavior Management Craft and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: rowdyinroom300.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicole over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/rowdyinroom300.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/ready-to-learn-beginning-of-year.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRowdy in Room 300\u003c\/a\u003e does this adorable backpack craftivity with her kinders the first week of school to help reinforce classroom rules {or 'norms', if you've moved to that philosophy!}. The hands-on activity is sure to get your kiddos thinking about and internalizing how to be successful in their new learning environment, and the resulting craftivity is so cute, it's sure to offer a cute back-to-school wall display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part is Nicole provides the backpack template for free over at her blog! All you have to do is download and print the pieces that will work best depending upon your vision for the exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more information and the free downloads {of course!}, be sure to visit Rowdy in Room 300!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734155337753,"sku":"A3157","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/backpackinside.jpg?v=1522781998"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-lunch-room-routine-activity-a3158","title":"Back-To-School Lunch Room Routine Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2258\" title=\"Lunch-Room-Routines\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lunch-Room-Routines.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Routines Craftivity and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kindergartenkindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most kiddos, kindergarten is their first experience with the cafeteria and it's important to go over acceptable behaviors, daily routines, and other lunch time expectations during the first day\/throughout the first week of school. We found some super great ideas while perusing some of our favorite teaching blogs and thought we'd pass them along...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKathryn over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kindergartenkindergarten.com\/2011\/08\/teaching-school-routines-is-essential-the-first-few-days-weeks-of-school-i-go-over-every-single-routine-i-can-think-of-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e actually takes her kiddos down to the cafeteria (when it's free of kids, of course!) and shows them EVERYthing! How to line up, what proper line behavior looks like, where to get their food, what to do with their lunch cards, how to sit, how NOT to sit, etc! It's a fantastic, slightly humorous (be sure to read the full post for details), hands-on way to soothe the nerves of your first-timers and make it crystal clear to your kinders what your lunch room expectations are. Back in the classroom, Kathryn then engages her class in a discussion of good\/bad lunch room choices and has them create a cutesy lunch box craft {pictured above} to reinforce the rules. She offers lots of great tips and tricks, so be sure read the full post!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a similar vein, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dbsenk.wordpress.com\/2011\/08\/01\/routines\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Nana\u003c\/a\u003e suggests adding routine books to your classroom to help teach and reinforce expected lunch room behavior. Each page features a different step of the process from washing hands and lining up, to sitting at the table and raising a hand for help. This is a great resource to pull out throughout the year to remind your kiddos of your expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these fabulous back-to-school resources, be sure to visit Kindergarten Kindergarten and Kindergarten Nana!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734155501593,"sku":"A3158","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Lunch-Room-Routines.jpg?v=1522782000"},{"product_id":"back-to-school-craft-create-a-class-puzzle-a2515","title":"Back-To-School Craft - Create a Class Puzzle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4257\" title=\"Class-Puzzle\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Class-Puzzle.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School Back To School Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.oopsicraftmypants.com\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile perusing Pinterest for fun crafts for kids, we stumbled upon this puzzle project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopsicraftmypants.com\/2011\/04\/1st-altered-puzzle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOops I Craft My Pants\u003c\/a\u003e. Not only is it a simple and fun craft to do with your new students, but it also is a great reminder that even though each of your kiddos is different - equipped with a unique personality, abilities, and interests - each plays a special and important part in the classroom. As Francisca puts it, \"\u003cem\u003eeach individual piece is beautiful on its own, but what a masterpiece you get when you put them all together!\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you leave the puzzle in pieces for students to reassemble time and again throughout the year or preserve and frame the finished product, we think this is a phenomenal community building craft that emphasizes acceptance and celebrates diversity!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734156124185,"sku":"A2515","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Class-Puzzle.jpg?v=1522782003"},{"product_id":"tissue-paper-apple-craft-a2521","title":"Tissue Paper Apple Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4298\" alt=\"Back To School and Johnny Appleseed Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Sun-Catcher.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source:\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for fall or \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e, this craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsnelsonsclass.com\/teacherresources\/thematicunits\/apples.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Nelson's Class\u003c\/a\u003e will add some color to your classroom and provide a great way to improve fine motor\/scissor skills as well as a fun {sticky!} sensory experience for your kiddos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several alternatives for creating these beautiful apple sun catchers. For younger students who may not feel comfortable using a pair of scissors, demonstrate how to tear the tissue paper into small pieces and collage it onto the sticky surface of the contact paper. For older students, offer them a chance to improve scissor skills, inviting them to cut rectangles, squares, or other shapes to collage onto the apple cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttached the finished tissue paper apples to your window to use as sun catchers or, if you don't have any window space, add a small hole at the top of each, string them onto ribbon, and create a garland that you can hang around a bulletin board, on the ceiling, or even around the classroom door!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159073305,"sku":"A2521","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Sun-Catcher.jpg?v=1522782021"},{"product_id":"johnny-appleseed-day-creating-pot-hats-a2522","title":"Johnny Appleseed Day - Creating 'Pot' Hats!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4303\" title=\"Johnny-Appleseed-Hat-Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Johnny-Appleseed-Hat-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Fall, and Johnny Appleseed Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thoughtsofesme.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou want your little learners to look the part for \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e, right?! Check out this super adorable pot hat craft we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thoughtsofesme.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/outrageous-apple-fun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMusings of Me\u003c\/a\u003e. It's quite simple to construct {i.e. it won't matter much if it gets damaged during the day's activities} and we know your students will have a great time pretending to be the legendary John Chapman!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn extension...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you might simply invite your kiddos to craft, we thought it would be fun to add an extra learning component! Create a key, assigning a number to each piece of the hat, then divide your students into small groups and provide each group with a game die. Have them use the die and key to play \"Roll A Pot Hat\" {i.e. roll the die, identify the number rolled, and check the key\/collect the hat piece with the corresponding number}. This is great for numeral recognition, counting, or even practicing addition\/subtraction. Once the player has collected all of the parts, provide them with glue and let them get to crafting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the craft instructions, be sure to visit Musings of Me!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159171609,"sku":"A2522","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Johnny-Appleseed-Hat-Craft.jpg?v=1522782022"},{"product_id":"collaborative-learning-friendship-apple-tree-a3986","title":"Collaborative Learning - Friendship Apple Tree","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2438\" title=\"Friendship-Apple-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Friendship-Apple-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Name Recognition Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this community building exercise from Deborah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2012\/09\/working-together-to-create-our-friendship-apple-tree\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e and think it would make a great addition to your September lesson plans! Not only does it give your kiddos a chance to get their hands messy, it will also provide them with an opportunity to practice name recognition and learn to work together with their new classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeborah and her kiddos started out by reading A.H. Benjamin and Gwyneth Williamson's “Little Mouse and the Big Red Apple”, a story about friendship and sharing. With the story fresh in their minds, reminding your students how Little Mouse's friends helped him get his apple safely home, invite your kiddos to work together to create a large friendship tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might consider...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding your kiddos with silk leaves purchased from your local craft store, inviting them to create the foliage on the tree with leaf prints, or having your students create the the tree's leaves by forming a 'collage' of hand prints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffering your kiddos scraps of corrugated cardboard or crumpled recycled newspaper to create a textured trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse actual apple stamps to create the apples on the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhatever materials you decide to use, we love that your students will learn about the importance of teamwork and that the final product will serve as a reminder that each student is a special part of the classroom community!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159663129,"sku":"A3986","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Friendship-Apple-Tree.jpg?v=1522782024"},{"product_id":"oodles-of-apples-tracing-lacing-weaving-a2523","title":"Oodles of Apples - Tracing, Lacing \u0026 Weaving!","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect for your back-to-school or fall\/Johnny Appleseed Day craft center, these simple apple projects offer a great way to highlight the unit theme and strengthen fine motor skills through various methods - tracing, lacing, and weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4308\" title=\"apple-tracing\" alt=\"Fall Apple Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/apple-tracing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.education.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing glitter glue pens to make these apple prints from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/activity\/article\/apple-prints\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation.com\u003c\/a\u003e, students will strengthen hand muscles needed to hold a pencil as well as fine motor control! Not to mention, they'll have a blast helping each other trace their hands and brushing up on their scissor skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4307\" title=\"apple-lacing\" alt=\"Fall Apple Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/apple-lacing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kiboomu.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this great craftivity we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2011\/08\/15\/apple-lacing-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thecraftycrow.net\/2011\/09\/apple-crafts.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Crafty Crow\u003c\/a\u003e}, your kiddos will use a single paper punch to add holes around the edge of their apple cutout, threading ribbon, yarn, or string through the holes as a decoration! This is a great way to strengthen hand muscles and fine motor skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4309\" title=\"woven_apple\" alt=\"Fall Apple Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/woven_apple.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.freekidscrafts.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots of fun {and certainly unique!} this woven apple craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.freekidscrafts.com\/woven_apple-e1253.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFree Kids Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e is a great way to teach the skill of weaving and for building fine motor skills.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159728665,"sku":"A2523","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/apple-tracing.jpg?v=1522782025"},{"product_id":"labeling-fun-the-parts-of-an-apple-a3171","title":"Labeling Fun - The Parts of an Apple","description":"\u003cp\u003eOh my goodness! There are \u003cem\u003eso\u003c\/em\u003e many apple themed goodies over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/youre-apple-of-my-eye.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e! If you're not already a fan of Rachelle and Natalie's blog, we suggest you head over and check out all their fabulous teaching resources and ideas! We love all of their apple activities and think they would be perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e {or even a fall unit!}, here's a sneak peek at our favorite lesson...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2337\" title=\"Apple-Labeling-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Labeling-2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Apple Themed Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow stinkin' adorable is this?! As a science component, Rachelle and her kiddos learned about the parts of an apple. First, they worked together as a class to create a diagram of an apple and then they practiced labeling the parts of an apple in their science journals as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachelle's lesson has inspired lots of classrooms! Check out how \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e teachers have implemented this craftivity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2335\" title=\"Apple-Labeling\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Labeling.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Themed Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Abby | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/groove-less-and-going-batty.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Inspired Apple\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2336\" title=\"Apple-Labeling-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Labeling-1.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Themed Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Renate and Heather | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/peaceloveandkinder.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/kindergarten-fall-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePeace, Love and Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to check out these great blogs and, of course, head over to What the Teacher Wants for the full apple unit!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159859737,"sku":"A3171","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Labeling-2.jpg?v=1522782026"},{"product_id":"apple-poetry-sequencing-a3172","title":"Apple Poetry \u0026 Sequencing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2342\" title=\"Apple-Sequencing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and Fall Sequencing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last activity {but certainly not least!} in our apple activity round-up for fall and\/or \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e, is this super cute exercise from {where else?} Deanna Jump over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/farm-and-apple-fun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e! Combining a cutesy poem with crafting and sequencing practice, we know this craftivity will be a hit with your kinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome considerations...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor younger students, find black and white clip art online, printing the images for each step in the sequence onto colored construction paper and inviting your kiddos to cut them out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a handwriting component, using a tracing font to create the poem labels and inviting your kinders to trace the words. 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Fine motor building activities. Large group exercises. Songs and fingerplays. Vocabulary building and activities. Crafts. Literature selections. It's all here! Not to mention, Ashley has created some fun printables to go along with her lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you're starting from scratch, Ashley's comprehensive lesson plan will definitely offer a great starting point and, if you already have something up your sleeve, we're sure you'll find some great activities to supplement your lessons!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160089113,"sku":"A3988","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Unit_7ab7307f-8cb6-44c2-9304-5ca6d7920a3d.jpg?v=1522782027"},{"product_id":"all-about-me-rainbow-first-day-of-school-activity-a3271","title":"All About Me Rainbow - First Day of School Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Craftivity-Sample.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been finding so many fun first day of school activities on Pinterest and other great sites that we thought we'd pass this cute 'All About Me' rainbow craftivity along just in case you're still waffling! Since the first days of school are usually used as a get-to-know-you\/get to know the classroom and school, we figured this project would fit right in - providing you with the opportunity to get to know your new students a bit better, helping students get to know their classmates better, and providing some vibrant decor for the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a cloud cutout and six strips of construction paper, each a different color of the rainbow. Assign each colored strip a different get-to-know-you question and create a key. For instance;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Craftivity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, invite your students to write their name on the cloud cutout and then use the key to fill in each colored strip. With all of their answers written down on the strips of paper, have them use glue or craft dots to assemble the craft! And, When you're finished, these can be hung from the ceiling, clipped to a clothesline, or used to create a vibrant back to school bulletin board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e**Excuse the recurring craft on the mock-up! Hopefully you still get the gist!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Bulletin Board Idea and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Craftivity-BBI.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734187778073,"sku":"A3271","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rainbow-Craftivity-Sample.jpg?v=1522782195"},{"product_id":"2-great-first-day-of-school-collaborative-projects-a2675","title":"2 Great First Day of School Collaborative Projects - Includes FREE Puzzle Piece Templates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back To School Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/First-Day-Puzzle-Mural.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the many great (and, yes, challenging!) things about teaching is that, each fall, the 'reset' button gets pushed. Fresh faces, fresh challenges, a chance to do things a little bit better, etc. While this can be a wonderful opportunity to grow, it can also be a little nerve-wracking because you never really know what to expect until you show up. We're thinking specifically of the classroom dynamic that can change dramatically from year to year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of your new kiddos comes with their own personality, abilities, and set of interests - and they \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e play an integral part in creating a cohesive community and a successful learning environment! It's important to help your new students understand this very concept and we love the idea of using the first day of school to work on a collaborative project. Here are a few ideas that celebrate each student's unique talents and abilities, while also visually demonstrating how each child plays an equal and important role in the classroom community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePuzzle Mural\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind a puzzle template online and use your classroom projector system to enlarge and trace the image onto bulletin board paper. For easy assembly, number the back of each piece, then cut the pieces apart. On the first day of school, provide each of your students with a puzzle piece to decorate with pictures, magazine clippings, and other illustrations that show their personal interests, abilities, goals, etc. Arrange the pieces on a bulletin board to display and enjoy during the first weeks of school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClass Quilt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to the puzzle idea, provide each of your students with a quilt square. Again, have your students create a unique piece that tells about them. Consider letting them have free reign over the design or provide them with key elements to include. For example;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eCreate a border in your favorite color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a box in the center of the quilt square and write your name in the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the remaining quilt square into four sections, devoting a section to family, interests, favorites, and future goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the squares are finished, use a single paper punch and yarn to tie the individual squares together and create a quilt to display in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few first day of school craftivities that, not only make for great ice breakers, but also provide great back to school bulletin board ideas\/decor!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734187843609,"sku":"A2675","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/First-Day-Puzzle-Mural.jpg?v=1522782195"},{"product_id":"first-day-of-school-letter-activity-a4084","title":"First Day of School Letter Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3166\" alt=\"Back to School Preschool Craft and Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/004-b.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nSince you'll likely be spending the first days of preschool getting your new preschoolers acquainted with the classroom, with each other, and with you, we thought we'd pass along this simple, yet fun letter\/name activity that would make an excellent addition to your back to school lesson plans! Not to mention, you can use the cutesy projects to create a colorful back to school display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere's the idea...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a large card stock cutout of the first letter of their name. Have them use a marker to divide the letter into different sections then, offering a variety of graphic art tools and other mixed media, invite your preschoolers to decorate their letter. They'll have a blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3168\" alt=\"Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B2S-Letter-Craftivity-BBI1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHaving issues changing it in Photoshop, but we like this title wording better...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Our Letters Are Unique, Just Like We Are!\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePut on display along with identifying labels ( i.e. \"K is for Kyleigh\", \"D is for David\", etc.) - the homemade decorations are sure to create a homey feeling and we have a feeling your new preschoolers will \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e seeing their work hanging in the classroom! Here's a display example and you can always find more design ideas at BulletinBoardIdeas.org!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734187974681,"sku":"A4084","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/004-b.jpg?v=1522782196"},{"product_id":"colorful-name-banner-craft-a2676","title":"Colorful Name Banner Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5357\" alt=\"Colorful Back To School Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/013.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nLooking for an easy and inexpensive way to decorate the classroom and allow your kiddos to show off their personal style? Consider having your new students make colorful name banners to hang from the ceiling, along the windows, on the front of their desks, etc. Not only will this create some bright pops of color that you and your kiddos can enjoy during the first few weeks of school, it will also be cool for your new students to see work they've created hanging around the room - knowing they've already left a mark on their new learning environment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating your own colorful name banners is easy and fast, simply arrange your letters and other cutouts (if desired) on the banner and use paint daubers to color in the banner. When dry, lift the shapes from the paper to reveal the name and shapes beneath! [NOTE: We didn't have sticker letters so we used simple card stock letter shapes and a glue stick. A little bit of glue on the corners of the letters was enough to hold them through the project and they peeled off nicely!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5358\" alt=\"Colorful Back To School Art Project for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colorful-Name-Banners-Step1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5359\" alt=\"Colorful Back To School Name Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colorful-Name-Banners-Step2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5360\" alt=\"Colorful Kids Art Project for Back To School\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colorful-Name-Banners-Step3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also have some fun 'leftovers' to use somewhere else!\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-5361\" alt=\"Colorful Name Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colorful-Name-Banners.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734188204057,"sku":"A2676","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/013.jpg?v=1522782197"},{"product_id":"washi-tape-pens-pencils-for-back-to-school-a2677","title":"Washi Tape Pens \u0026 Pencils for Back To School!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5366\" alt=\"Back To School Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Washi-Tape-Pens-Pencils.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nLooking for a fun and simple way to spice up your tools for school? All you need is some washi or duct tape! Found at your local craft store (or even Target and Walmart!), the process is as simple as picking your favorite colors\/patterns and using the tspe to wrap your writing instruments. Whether you're a parent who thinks it might be fun to work with your kiddos to personalize their school supplies before the first day of school or a teacher who is thinking about putting some fun writing instruments together to give to students as welcome back gifts or perhaps making a few fancy pens to go along with your classroom theme, the decorating possibilities are almost endless and the results are super fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Side note: We do have to admit, that while the pencils look cool, they might not be as practical as decorative pens. We're not entirely certain how well they'll perform in a pencil sharpener! If you're looking to add flair to your pencil, you might consider mechanical options that don't require sharpening.]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734188302361,"sku":"A2677","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Washi-Tape-Pens-Pencils.jpg?v=1522782198"},{"product_id":"the-colors-of-me-name-activity-a4085","title":"The Colors of Me Name Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3176\" alt=\"Name Recognition and Colors First Day of School Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colors-of-Me-Name-Project.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nIn our last post we shared a fun first day of school letter activity to do with your preschoolers and here's another great name project that is sure to make a great addition to your first week of school plans! It's super simple and provides a crafty way to get to know your new preschoolers a little bit better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by printing the name of each student in the middle of a piece of card stock with black permanent marker, then draw an oval around the name and divide the remaining space into four equal sections. Finally, create a key assigning each section a color - i.e. favorite color, hair color, etc. To complete the activity, we suggest working as a group, inviting your kiddos to use a mixture of graphic art tools and encouraging them to have fun working with designs rather than coloring each section a solid color. Not only does this activity provide a fun opportunity for getting to know your new students, it's also a great way to practice listening skills and following directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, your directions might look\/sound like the following;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect your favorite color marker and trace the letters of your name. When finished, replace the marker in the supply bin and wait for the next direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook down at the shirt you are wearing. Find the crayon that most closely matches the color of your shirt and color the oval around your name. When finished coloring, put your crayon back in the box and listen closely for the next step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMounted on a piece of construction paper, these name projects would look great on the classroom walls or on the front of your students' desks!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734188466201,"sku":"A4085","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Colors-of-Me-Name-Project.jpg?v=1522782199"},{"product_id":"glue-watercolor-resist-apple-garland-a2678","title":"Glue \u0026 Watercolor Resist Apple Garland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5402\" alt=\"Apple Themed Craft for Kids and Classroom Decoration\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-30.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nApples offer a great theme for back-to-school or fall and, if you're on the lookout for a fun craft that doubles as a cool seasonal classroom decoration, try these glue watercolor resist apples that can be strung together to create a fun garland! The process is super easy, making this the perfect project for little crafters as well as big crafters, and the results are sure to be unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to create your own...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a 3 x 4 piece of watercolor or regular art paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite them to use drip glue to draw an apple shape onto the paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the glue has dried, armed with paintbrushes and watercolor paints, have students color over the apple shape with watercolors!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the prints have dried, cut small slits in the top corners of each apple painting, string a ribbon through the slits, and voila, you have a custom garland to display in the classroom or hallway!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734190661657,"sku":"A2678","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/photo-30.jpg?v=1522782212"},{"product_id":"this-year-is-going-to-be-uh-mason-bulletin-board-a4812","title":"\"This Year Is Going To Be UH-MASON!\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Summer and Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Summer and Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/This-Year-Is-Going-To-Be-UHMASON-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready thinking about the beginning of next school year? This Mason jar\/firefly themed bulletin board is sure to create a bright spot in your classroom! The best part? Your students will do most of the work at 'Meet the Teacher' night!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\"This Year Is Going To Be UH-MASON!\" Writing Prompt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Back To School Writing Prompt Printable\" class=\"printable\" alt=\"Back To School Writing Prompt Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/UH-MASON-Writing-Prompt-Printable.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus your kiddos' excitement (and maybe help positively direct some of their anxieties) with this fun writing prompt that invites students to list\/write about why the upcoming school year is going to be great! Encourage them to think about the year in terms of what they will learn about, learning goals they will strive to reach, new friendships they will make, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted onto colored construction paper and (perhaps) paired with a fun \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartcraftythings.com\/2011\/07\/story-time-tuesday-very-lonely-firefly.html\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efirefly craft\u003c\/a\u003e to display with their prompts, this is sure to make an beginning of the year activity\/display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"This Year Is Going To Be UH-MASON!\"\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Night sky bulletin board paper. Or, of course, you could simply use navy blue background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This Year Is Going To Be UH-MASON!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use complimentary trimmers to create a layered look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most of the bulletin board will be used to feature your students' writing prompts (and firefly crafts if you choose to do one). Fill in an blank space with some cutesy fireflies! Either create your own or print\/create gorgeous accents using Krista Wallden's fabulous \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Firefly-Dance-Creative-Clips-Digital-Clipart-730151\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efirefly dance digital clip art\u003c\/a\u003e! {That's what we used to create the writing prompt printable and mirroring the images on the actual bulletin board would add a nice touch!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg title=\"Firefly Dance Digital Clip Art by Creative Clips\" alt=\"Firefly Dance Digital Clip Art by Creative Clips\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Firefly-Dance-Digital-Clip-Art-Preview.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734200655897,"sku":"A4812","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/This-Year-Is-Going-To-Be-UHMASON-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg?v=1522782272"},{"product_id":"bubble-wrap-apple-printing-craft-for-kids-a5861","title":"Bubble Wrap Apple Printing Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bubble-Wrap-Apples-Craft-Preview.jpg\" title=\"Bubble Wrap Apple Printing Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Bubble Wrap Apple Printing Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeptember 26th is Johnny Appleseed's birthday and, in keeping with the apple theme, we think this super fun bubble wrap printing craft shared by the talented Amanda Formero over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/craftsbyamanda.com\/2013\/09\/bubble-wrap-apple-stamps.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafts by Amanda\u003c\/a\u003e would make the perfect addition to your lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCards, gift wrap, t-shirts, etc. - there's no doubt about it, you can create some cute projects with these bubble wrap apple prints. It might also be a fun opportunity to try some pattern making, color mixing, and even simple math practice - i.e. if you have two green apples and three red apples, how many apples do you have in all?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Amanda's site for the full tutorial and to check out all of her fabulous crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734202490905,"sku":"A5861","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bubble-Wrap-Apples-Craft-Preview.jpg?v=1522782283"},{"product_id":"apple-of-my-eye-glasses-craft-learning-tool-a5873","title":"\"Apple of My Eye\" Glasses Craft \u0026 Learning Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Glasses.jpg\" title=\"Apple Glasses Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Apple Glasses Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning is always more fun with tools! Special markers can get your kiddos excited about writing. Edible manipulatives can make counting more exciting. Special glasses can inspire reading success! If you've chosen an apple theme for back to school or plan to explore an apple unit with your kiddos this fall, these adorable apple glasses created by Arianne of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ketchenskindergarten.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKetchen's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e (and featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/missloviecreations.blogspot.com\/2012\/08\/apple-abc-and-123-games-and-ideas-with.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMiss Lovie\u003c\/a\u003e) would make the perfect addition to your crafting and learning plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: The glasses, while inherently complimentary to reading lessons, can certainly be used for other activities as well! Making applesauce. Performing apple experiments. Counting apple seeds. You name it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734202851353,"sku":"A5873","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Glasses.jpg?v=1522782285"},{"product_id":"first-day-of-school-photo-op-idea-a7161","title":"First Day of School Photo Op Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"First Day of School Photo Op Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1st-day-picture-frame-idea-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Idea for Back to School\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Learning is Something to Treasure\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this idea that was featured by Lisa at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/learningissomethingtotreasure.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/im-back-just-in-time-for-monday-made-it.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLearning is Something to Treasure\u003c\/a\u003e! It's perfect for back-to-school. Capture your kiddos first day with a super cute and easy to put together picture frame!! Putting the frame together is actually something a special student or two could help with if you have the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies Needed\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePicture frame\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlack acrylic paint\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePaint brush\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRed letters\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eApple accents (or any accent of your choice to display name \u0026amp; year)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePencil (or white paint if you prefer to paint the dots)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by painting the picture frame black with acrylic paint. Once it dries, use a hot glue gun to adhere the letters to the frame (you could also try sticky tack if you want to be able to remove them to use the frame for something else). Lisa then used a pencil eraser to create the white dots around the frame. You could also use white paint if you prefer. For the finishing touch, place the apple on the side of the frame with the child's name and the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt really is that simple! You're ready to start snapping photos. What parent wouldn't love to receive this during their child's first week of school?!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eBe sure to check out Lisa's fantastic blog \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/learningissomethingtotreasure.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLearning is Something to Treasure\u003c\/a\u003e when you're finished with your photo op!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734212845593,"sku":"A7161","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1st-day-picture-frame-idea-blurred.jpg?v=1522782344"},{"product_id":"apples-galore-6-awesome-apple-themed-activities-a7207","title":"Apples Galore: 6 Awesome Apple Themed Activities!","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day is coming up and if you're looking for some great apple themed activities, check out these awesome ideas from Michelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/09\/apples-apples-and-more-apples.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-1.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\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-2.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\u003e1. Apple Labeling Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your little scientists will have a great time assembling this adorable construction paper apple and labeling all of the parts - stem, skin, flesh, and seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Tasting.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\u003e2. Apple Tasting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, yellow, and green - have your kiddos use their sense of taste to determine which color of apple is their favorite and graph the results! [Variation: You could also have your kiddos taste apples prepared in different ways - applesauce, apple cider, pie, etc. - for a similar activity.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-1.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\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-2.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\u003e3. Apple Printing.\u003c\/strong\u003e A super simple, yet fun crafting experience, have students try their hand at apple printing. Great for discussing cause and effect, experiment with the prints by cutting the apples in a variety of different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions-1.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\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions.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\u003e4. Apple Predictions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Another great activity for your little scientists, have them check out an apple and apple seeds and predict whether they'll sink or float! Record your students' predictions then experiment to see what happens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Writing-Craftivity.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\u003e5. Johnny Appleseed Writing Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Super cute, right!? Michelle found the adorable craft over a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.acupcakefortheteacher.com\/2012\/07\/johnny-appleseed-craftivities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e and tailored the writing prompt to provide her kiddos with sight word practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-1.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\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-2.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\u003e6. Apple Literacy Center.\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for letter recognition, ordering, and upper\/lower case recognition, have students work together to put the upper case apple letters in order, then finding the matching lower case apple letter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLots of great stuff, right!? 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