{"title":"Christmas Lesson Plans","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-december-a3730","title":"Hand Print Calendar: December","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg\" alt=\"homemade December calendar with hand print Christmas tree and holiday 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\u003eDecember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of us know what special holiday December brings around - Christmas! Many characters and traditions surround the festivities - Santa, reindeer, elves, trees, among many others - so we though it'd be fitting to \"spruce up\" your December calendar page with a decorated tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7192-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e and embellishments (sequins, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWashable school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Christmas Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December.jpg\" alt=\"hand print Christmas tree and holiday poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their \u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e hand with green \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: The picture on the left shows a hand partially covered. This is best if an adult is making the craft, but children can certainly use their full hand print.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1254.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with green craft paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting at the bottom of the paper (palm at the edge and fingers pointed upward), have students gently press their hand to the paper, creating a print. Remind them to keep their fingers spread slightly as they make the print. Invite students to reapply the paint and make a second row of prints just above the first and fanned out slightly. [NOTE: The palm of the second prints will overlap the fingers of the first print.] Continue until a second and third row have been created. Flip the paper 180-degrees and you should have a triangular \"tree\" shape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1313.jpg\" alt=\"unfinished hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, arm your students with glue, craft embellishments, and markers, as well as a star made from yellow construction paper, and invite them to decorate their Christmas tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1318.jpg\" alt=\"decorated hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Santa Claus Comes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good time is coming,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI wish it were here,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe very best time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the whole of the year;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm counting each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn my fingers and thumbs-\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weeks that must pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen when the first snowflakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin to come down,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the wind whistles sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the branches are blown,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll not mind the cold,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThough my fingers it numbs,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor it brings the time nearer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Calendar Wrap Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble your hand print calendar, you'll need a blank calendar page for each month, a cover page, glue, a hole punch, and some binder rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing by gluing the blank calendar pages in their proper place. This can be a bit tricky - they're going to be adhered to the back of the next month's art work - so before doing anything permanent, make sure that all the artwork is displayed the correct way when flipping the calendar pages. December is the only month that will need a separate piece of construction paper. Have students use markers to add important dates to the calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hand-Print-Calendar-Cover-Page.jpg\" alt=\"cover page for hand print calendar craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach a cover page and a picture of the student (if desired), as well as a fingerprint poem (also optional). There are several cute ones that can be found on the internet with a little searching!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly - double checking that all the pages are in order and arranged correctly - punch three or four holes along the top edge of the calendar and slip binder rings through them. You might also consider punching one hole at the bottom of each calendar page (in the middle) so that it can be hung up at home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParents will LOVE getting this homemade gift for Christmas - it makes a great keepsake too!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099959833,"sku":"A3730","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg?v=1522781670"},{"product_id":"christmas-action-cards-a3035","title":"Christmas Action Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1334\" title=\"action card2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/action-card2.jpg\" alt=\"Gross Motor Christmas Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.oopseydaisyblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Christmas holiday approaches and your kiddos get a little antsy, help them get their \"wiggles out\" with these fun action cards from Alison at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopseydaisyblog.com\/2010\/12\/book-advent-day-20-christmas-action.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e! They'll have your little ones 'twisting like candy canes', 'chuckling like Santa Claus', and pretending to 'twinkle like stars'! Once you've gotten through all the cards, invite your students to volunteer their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e Christmas actions. After all the action, settle into circle time for a fun Christmas story, rhyme, or fingerplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Oopsey Daisy for the action card download and check out Apples 4 the Teacher {or another teacher resource website} for a great selection of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.apples4theteacher.com\/holidays\/christmas\/kids-books\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChristmas literature\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.apples4theteacher.com\/holidays\/christmas\/poems-rhymes\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epoems\u003c\/a\u003e, and rhymes!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132236313,"sku":"A3035","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/action-card2.jpg?v=1522781859"},{"product_id":"christmas-around-the-world-a3037","title":"Christmas Around the World","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1342\" title=\"Cereal-Box-Suitcase\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cereal-Box-Suitcase.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Geography and Social Studies Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachwithme.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this \"Christmas Around the World\" geography lesson idea from Diane of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachwithme.com\/blogs\/getting-to-the-core\/item\/62-christmas-around-the-world\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach With Me\u003c\/a\u003e?! You can get the complete lesson kit for FREE on her website or use it as inspiration for your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e unit. Your kiddos will love that the lesson starts with making passports, tickets, and suitcases for the journey ahead...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect three or four different locations for your kinders to \"visit\", finding a map and flag for your kiddos to color, as well as researching how the people in each culture celebrate Christmas - the food they eat, the decorations they make, the stories they tell, etc. The cereal box suitcases make a great place to store the souvenirs, crafts, information cards, and other items they collect along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis unit is a fabulous way to build awareness of other cultures, countries, and traditions!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132695065,"sku":"A3037","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cereal-Box-Suitcase.jpg?v=1522781861"},{"product_id":"learning-about-length-with-christmas-trees-a3857","title":"Learning About Length with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1428\" title=\"Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a cute winter activity from Julie Lee of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/more-christmas-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your preschoolers brushing up on their sequencing skills and strengthen visual discrimination as they distinguish short \"branches\" from long ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5995-sunworks0174-holiday-red-construction-paper-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7172-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-holiday-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7176-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8761-sequins-spangles-shaker-jar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSequins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-649-buttons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4318-glitter-glue-pens-classpack-72-assorted-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter glue pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircle stickers in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-style-span\" style=\"line-height: 24px;\"\u003e*Other craft embellishments of your choice!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTo prepare for the exercise, cut the green construction paper into 1-inch strips of different lengths. Create five or six different size strips. To complete the activity, provide your kiddos with a piece of red construction paper and the green strips. Invite them to paste the strips onto their paper in order from shortest to longest. Voilà! It's a Christmas tree! Your kiddos will love the image that emerges. Provide them with the craft embellishments - glitter glue pens, sequins, circle \"ornament\" stickers, etc. - and have them decorate the tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is definitely a fun way to learn about length! Head on over to Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten for this and other fun projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132727833,"sku":"A3857","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree.jpg?v=1522781861"},{"product_id":"snowman-counting-file-folder-game-a3858","title":"Snowman Counting File Folder Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1437\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-File-Folder-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: jennwa.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the winter season, Jennifer of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2009\/01\/snowman-number-identification-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e put together a fabulous snowman matching game that will help your kiddos build numeral recognition and strengthen counting skills.\n\n\u003cem\u003eTo assemble the file folder game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a black and white clip art snowman online. There's a cute snowman paper doll over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/daniellesplace.com\/html\/paper_dolls.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDanielle's Place\u003c\/a\u003e, complete with top hat and knit cap cutouts. Additionally, the snowman doesn't have any buttons so you can draw as many as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1435\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint and cut out 12 snowmen, adding a different number of \"buttons\" to the front of each cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1436\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-3.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint 12 hats onto colored paper, adding a different numeral to each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminate all game pieces, attaching the snowmen cutouts to the file folder and placing the hats in an envelope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is really quite simple - invite your kiddos to count the number of buttons on each snowman, identifying the matching numeral on the hat cutouts available, and place the hats on the snowmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this fabulous winter game and many other early childhood activity ideas, be sure to head over to Ramblings of a Crazy Woman!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132858905,"sku":"A3858","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg?v=1522781862"},{"product_id":"rhyming-snowballs-a3038","title":"Rhyming Snowballs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rhyming-Snowballs.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Literacy Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" title=\"Rhyming-Snowballs\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1347\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOh, what fun it is to...\u003c\/em\u003ebring winter indoors! The time is coming when outdoor play may not be an option, so bring some of the fun inside with this adorable activity from Amber Osterman of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsosterman.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/falling-for-rhyming-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Rocks\u003c\/a\u003e! Think of an indoor snow ball fight...but a toned down version, of course!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembling the activity...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrunch white computer paper into a loose ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrainstorm a list of rhyming pairs {i.e. pail\/sail, vest\/nest, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind and print thumbnail pictures of each item on the list\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape an image to each paper ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rhyming-Snowballs-1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Literacy Rhyming Words Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" title=\"Rhyming-Snowballs-1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1348\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow you're ready to play! Simply toss the newly created \"snowballs\" into the air and set your kiddos loose, instructing them to pick up a snowball and find the classmate who holds the other part of the rhyming pair displayed. This game can be played over and over...we guarantee your students will love it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132826137,"sku":"A3038","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rhyming-Snowballs.jpg?v=1522781862"},{"product_id":"elves-needed-apply-here-a3039","title":"Elves Needed - Apply Here!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1353\" title=\"Elf-Application\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Elf-Application.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adorable Christmas writing activity comes from Mrs. Carroll of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/christmas-catch-up-happy-new-year.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e - we're certain your kiddos will love it! Start by sharing Stephen Krensky's creative Christmas tale, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow Santa Got His Job\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a story that follows a young Santa on his quest for the perfect job. He answers lots of classified ads, but doesn't find the right fit until he meets a group of friendly elves who have an idea of how to use his special talents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like Santa in the story and adults in the workplace, have your students fill out a job application - to be part of Santa's team of elves! Mrs. Carroll provides an adorable application printable at her blog inviting students to answer important \"elf\" questions...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever played with toys?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo you like toys?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre you naughty or nice?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd many more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kiddos sign their finished applications and add their thumbprints at the bottom {for background checks, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further practice, provide students with an envelope to address:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRE: Job Applications Processing\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e Santa Claus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e 1 Reindeer Lane\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e North Pole, 99705\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a return address, a fun Christmas sticker \"stamp\", and seal the envelopes to send to the North Pole!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to The First Grade Parade to download and print applications for your kiddos! And take time to browse - there are tons of great ideas to use this holiday season!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132989977,"sku":"A3039","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Elf-Application.jpg?v=1522781863"},{"product_id":"literature-christmas-tree-a3859","title":"Literature Christmas Tree","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1444 \" title=\"Literature-Christmas-Tree-0\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Literature-Christmas-Tree-0.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Classroom Decoration and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: adayofwonders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabulous holiday decorating idea comes from Laura over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/adayofwonders.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/storybook-christmas-tree.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Day of Wonders\u003c\/a\u003e. For their local county historical museum's Festival of Trees event, she and her sons set about creating a holiday tree inspired by their favorite Christmas literature. It turned out spectacularly and we think it might provide inspiration for your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e classroom literature Christmas tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great thing is, you don't have to start from scratch. Laura provides a wonderful selection of literature suggestions, tutorials for creating the ornaments, and lots of fun projects to check out along the way. Use some of her ideas, or brainstorm a list of your own, taking into account your kiddos' interests. Not only are the literature-inspired ornaments super cute and meaningful, we love how Laura went the extra mile when decorating the tree by creating an ornament from each scanned book cover and setting the actual literature selections out under the tree for all to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to A Day of Wonder to start planning your own literature Christmas tree!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133055513,"sku":"A3859","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Literature-Christmas-Tree-0.jpg?v=1522781863"},{"product_id":"christmas-marshmallow-graphing-a3860","title":"Christmas Marshmallow Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1449\" title=\"Marshmallow-Graphing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Counting and Graphing Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a little holiday graphing practice with this adorable activity from Mrs. Morrow over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/happy-holidays.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Morrow's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! Like exercises past where students used colored goldfish crackers, skittles, M\u0026amp;Ms, Halloween candy, and other such manipulatives, Mrs. Morrow created a festive math activity that will have your students working with Christmas marshmallows {Kraft comes out with \"Holiday Mallows\" - trees, gingerbread men, and stars - around the holidays} to practice sorting, counting, graphing, and reading graphs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate the marshmallows into sample sets for your kiddos to explore. With the mallows and recording sheets in hand, invite your students to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort their sample sets by type\/color of marshmallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and graph the number of each type on their recording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze the data collected determining and recording how many of each type\/color were in their sample, which type they had the most\/least of, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous winter math activity that your kiddos are sure to love {especially if they get to sample some of the sweet treats in their sample sets!}.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133153817,"sku":"A3860","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg?v=1522781864"},{"product_id":"santas-workshop-pretend-play-a3041","title":"Santa's Workshop Pretend Play","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1363   \" title=\"Santas-Workshop-Pretend-Play\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Santas-Workshop-Pretend-Play.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Pretend Play Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpice up your pretend play corner with this awesome activity idea from Allie at No Time For Flash Cards! Your kinders will be thrilled to learn that Santa Claus not only received their elf applications {see our Wednesday feature for the awesome activity from Mrs. Carroll of The First Grade Parade}, but was so impressed with their qualifications that he selected the \u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e class to be his special Christmas helpers!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nIf your students are going to be elves in a toy factory, you'll need to set them up with the proper equipment. Add some fun costume pieces to your pretend play corner to get your kiddos in the holiday mood - and feeling the part!\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite lab coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName tags {perhaps with cute made-up elf names}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElf\/Santa hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow that your kiddos are outfitted with \"elf gear\", it's time to tackle the stations. 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The idea comes from Brooke at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/letkidscreate.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/24-days-of-holiday-books-creative.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLet Kids Create\u003c\/a\u003e. As a fun way to get ready for the Christmas holiday, Brooke suggests wrapping up your favorite seasonal literature selections, having your kiddos pick one each day, and read it together as a class! We think this is a fabulous way to get your students excited about reading\/literature and a fun way to herald in the Christmas holiday!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor tips and tricks of the holiday book countdown \"trade\" {what to do if you don't have many seasonal books in your personal library*, where to find books at the library if the \"holiday section\" is picked over, etc.} - be sure to visit Let Kids Create.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*A great way to expand your selection is to have your kiddos bring in a favorite holiday book from home to share with the class. 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Julie Lee, fifth year kindergarten teacher, is the brains of the operation and her fabulously colorful and imaginative centers make \u003cem\u003eus\u003c\/em\u003e want to go back to kindergarten! Here's a glimpse at a few great winter center ideas...}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStocking Beginning Letter Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a fun way to incorporate one of the hallmarks of the holiday - a stocking hunt! Choose a Christmas-y vocabulary word {Mrs. Lee chose \"Christmas\", but you can use any focus word you'd like} and collect an object with the same beginning letter sound for each letter in the word. For example, using the word \"Christmas\", you might select...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC - a car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH - a horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR - a ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI - an ice cream cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS - a pair of sunglasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT - a train\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM - a mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA - an acorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS - a stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the stocking with these collected items and create a word mat coloring page, then have students take turns pulling out an object, identifying the beginning letter sound, and coloring the matching letter on their word game board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMrs. Lee offers tons of great center ideas in her post, so be sure to visit her blog for this and other awesome winter activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133514265,"sku":"A3042","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Stocking-Beginning-Letter-Sounds-e1323115661998.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"christmas-math-center-stocking-count-a3043","title":"Christmas Math Center: Stocking Count","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1376\" title=\"Stocking-Count\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Stocking-Count-e1323117577675.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Counting 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\u003e\u003cem\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/santa-and-his-reindeer-week.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e is an \u003cem\u003eexcellent\u003c\/em\u003e resource for preschool and kindergarten teachers alike! 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You can use Christmas bows, small wrapped boxes, Rudolph \"noses\" {large red craft puffs}, candy canes, etc. Prepare a recording sheet that features six black and white clip art stockings, labeling each with the appropriate letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, have students empty the stocking, count the number of items in it, and write the correct numeral on the recording sheet {on the matching stocking, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMrs. Lee includes lots of other great winter learning activities in her post, so be sure to visit her blog - you're sure to be inspired!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133645337,"sku":"A3043","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Stocking-Count-e1323117577675.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"reviewing-shapes-with-christmas-trees-a3862","title":"Reviewing Shapes with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1465\" title=\"Shape-Trees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shape-Trees.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Sequencing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-shapes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e posted a cute winter activity today that we thought we'd pass along! It's perfect for helping your kiddos review shapes, practice sequencing, and work with objects of different sizes. All you need is some green construction paper and scissors and you're ready to make your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e shape Christmas tree activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning, Linda suggests creating all the shapes - ovals, squares, triangles, circles, etc. Cut three of each shape - one small, one medium, and one large - and to reduce wear and tear, we recommend laminating all of the construction paper shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, invite your students to sort the shapes by type, then arrange each group by size on a work mat, stacking the shapes from largest {bottom} to smallest {top}. They'll end up with lots of cute shape trees and, if you provide dry erase markers in various colors, your kiddos can have some extra fun decorating and re-decorating all of them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other great learning ideas, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133678105,"sku":"A3862","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shape-Trees.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"christmas-math-game-shopping-for-santas-suit-a3044","title":"Christmas Math Game: Shopping for Santa's Suit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1381\" title=\"Santa-Suit-Game1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Santa-Suit-Game1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Money Math Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this Christmas math center idea from Suzan at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/december-math-stations.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKrazy for Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! It's a fabulous way to help your kiddos strengthen matching skills, introduce coin money, and give them a little taste of how an economy works {i.e. currency\/something of value is exchanged for goods and services}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou'll need...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA currency die {use this blank template from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sparklebox2.co.uk\/thumbs56-60\/s2b59.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSparkleBox\u003c\/a\u003e and glue plastic play money to the sides or find clip art images to print or paste onto the side}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Santa suit price list {Suzan offers a free printable at her blog for you to use!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, black, and yellow construction paper to make the parts of Santa's suit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, students take turns rolling the currency die, matching the coin picture on the die to the price list, and acquiring the specified piece of Santa's ensemble. Should a student already have the matching piece, they must pass the die to the next player and wait until their next turn to try for another part of the suit. The first player to assemble the entire Santa suit, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuch a fun, festive game that your kiddos are sure to enjoy! 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Not only is it a great way to provide your kiddos with writing practice, it's a fun way to build community. Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Christmas light writing template {shown above} provided by Christina and print it onto card stock in assorted colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a permanent marker, script the name of each person in your class {including yourself} onto one of the Christmas lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a \"name exchange\", have students draw one of the Christmas lights from a bag - identifying the student named at the top and constructing a sentence and\/or drawing a picture of one of the ways their classmate has \"lit up\" the classroom!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese can be arranged on a bulletin board for all to see or given as a special gift to the student!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a lovely holiday exercise! Be sure to visit Mrs. Bainbridge's Class for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134136857,"sku":"A3045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Writing-Exercise.jpg?v=1522781870"},{"product_id":"christmas-vocabulary-building-letter-recognition-a3864","title":"Christmas Vocabulary Building \u0026 Letter Recognition","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1472 \" title=\"Christmas-Words-Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Words-Activity.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Literacy and Writing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity from Linda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-words-activity.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e is simple to put together, but is a great way to build vocabulary, strengthen letter recognition, practice spelling, and build early reading skills! Simply brainstorm a list of Christmas vocabulary words, write them out in upper case letters onto sentence strips or strips of card stock, and make lower case letter tiles from green construction paper that your kiddos can use to match and spell words! Once spelled, have your students read the word they've created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add an extra element of fun, consider taping the word strips onto an old cookie sheet, providing your students with a bucket of letter magnets {or creating your own magnetic tiles with word processing software and magnet paper}, using them to complete the activity! Or, for some added writing practice, create word strips with lines beneath each letter. Laminate the strips and set them out with dry erase markers. Instead of matching the letter tiles, invite students to practice scripting the matching lower case letter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is such a fun holiday literacy or writing center activity! Be sure to visit Little Family Fun for this and other great learning exercises!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134300697,"sku":"A3864","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Words-Activity.jpg?v=1522781871"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-cookie-graphing-a3047","title":"Gingerbread Cookie Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1398\" title=\"Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Gingerbread Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindergals.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim and Megan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/gingerbread-man-graph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e really know how to celebrate the holiday season! Check out this adorable gingerbread cookie graphing activity. Not only will your kiddos learn some great math skills, they'll get a sweet treat in the process!\n\nHere's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a gingerbread cookie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the count of three, invite your students to take one bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and graph how many students took the bite out of the head, how many took the bite out of a leg, and how many took the bite out of an arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze the results ...and allow your kiddos to finish their cookie!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKim and Megan made a really cute graph with gingerbread man cutouts. Be sure to check it out! And stick around for a little while - they have some great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134366233,"sku":"A3047","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph.jpg?v=1522781871"},{"product_id":"snowman-estimation-and-measuring-a3865","title":"Snowman Estimation and Measuring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1477\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Estimation.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Estimation and Measuring Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to practice a bit of winter estimation and measuring with this fun activity from Darla and Tracy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\/?p=2196#.TuVAnmiHGCM.twitter\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Preschool Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e -they even offer free activity printables!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo complete the activity, you'll need...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowman worksheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-standard measuring units {wooden blocks, unifix cubes, paperclips, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by having your kiddos estimate how many measuring items it takes to measure the snowman on the worksheet. Darla and Tracy have some great suggestions on how to discuss with\/demonstrate for your students what a 'reasonable' guess might be. After each child has had a chance to guess, get to measuring! Count and record how many measuring items were needed on the provided recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous way to develop early math skills. Be sure to head on over to The Preschool Toolbox for the activity worksheets and, while you're there, browse around for lots of other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134399001,"sku":"A3865","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Estimation.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-number-word-literacy-center-a3046","title":"Gingerbread Number Word Literacy Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1393 \" title=\"Gingerbread-Number-Words\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Number-Words.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas and Winter Gingerbread Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a cutesy holiday literacy center, here's a great idea from Kathleen of Growing Kinders. Designed for use with a pocket chart {but can certainly be adapted}, students are invited to count the number of buttons on each gingerbread man cutout, match it to the appropriate line on the center chart, and fill in the accompanying worksheet.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nThrough the exercise, your kiddos will...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the sight word, \"see\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview number words one through ten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice handwriting skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part, Kathleen offers free downloads of both the recording sheet and center chart sentences at her blog - so be sure to visit Growing Kinders for this, and lots of other great activity ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134497305,"sku":"A3046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Number-Words.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"christmas-music-and-pretend-play-a3866","title":"Christmas Music and Pretend Play","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1481\" title=\"Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Music and Pretend Play Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found some adorable Christmas music activities at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/music-class-cute-christmas-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Homeschool Den\u003c\/a\u003e that we're certain you're kiddos will enjoy this holiday season - and, of course, it will help them get their wiggles out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLondon Bridge is Falling Down\u003c\/em\u003e {Christmas Style}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiesl created a fun Christmas version of the well-know children's tune, \u003cem\u003eLondon Bridge is Falling Down\u003c\/em\u003e. As with the original song, students line up and take turns skipping under a 'bridge' created by two adults {or students}, circling back around to go under again and again - when they get 'trapped' under the bridge, Liesl suggests putting a Santa hat on the student's head and singing her special second verse!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkater's Waltz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fun idea that'll get your kiddos humming and burning off some of their pent up energy, is to provide each of your students with paper plates and invite them to pretend to ice skate around the classroom - playing Christmas tunes, of course!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit The Homeschool Den for these and other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134562841,"sku":"A3866","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating.jpg?v=1522781873"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-reading-activities-a3048","title":"Gingerbread Reading Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1404\" title=\"Gingerbread-Story-Map\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Story-Map.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Gingerbread Literacy and Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blogging world is truly amazing. We've been having so much fun tooling around our favorite teacher blogs to check out what they've been up to this holiday season. Gingerbread men, reindeer, and the Grinch, oh my! Yesterday we stumbled upon Mrs. Williamson's blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/gingerbread-man-and-christmas.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome to Room 36\u003c\/a\u003e, and had to share their gingerbread man activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGingerbread Story Mapping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead your favorite version of the Gingerbread Man and help your early readers identify the various story elements - title, characters, setting, problems, solutions, and theme. We've seen various story map anchor charts floating around Pinterest\/the web - Mrs. Williamson's is super cute and offers a fabulous way to organize and display the information gleaned from your class discussion of the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGingerbread Comparisons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a class, read various versions of the Gingerbread Man, then compare and contrast several of the elements in the story, adding to the chart as you go along. This is a great way to review story elements, strengthen listening skills, and assess comprehension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs always these are just a few of the activities over at Mrs. Williamson's blog, so be sure to visit for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134628377,"sku":"A3048","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Story-Map.jpg?v=1522781873"},{"product_id":"printable-gingerbread-story-comparison-chart-a3049","title":"Printable Gingerbread Story Comparison Chart","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1408 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Comparison-Chart.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Gingerbread Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know how we were \u003cem\u003ejust\u003c\/em\u003e talking about comparing and contrasting different versions of the Gingerbread Man story? Here's another great {printable!!} gingerbread man chart that features six different literature selections for comparison from Mrs. Bell at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/read-read-as-fast-as-you-can.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Place Called Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e!! {Seriously, isn't that fabulous?!}\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134792217,"sku":"A3049","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Comparison-Chart.jpg?v=1522781874"},{"product_id":"a-little-snowflake-fun-a3050","title":"A Little Snowflake Fun","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1415\" title=\"Snow-Crystals\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snow-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Snowflake Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: staff.bbhcsd.org\/gagnem\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile perusing our favorite teacher blogs, we ran across some fun snowflake activities that we thought would make the perfect addition to your winter unit! In no particular order, here are a few of our favorites...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichelle Gagne, kindergarten teacher and creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/staff.bbhcsd.org\/gagnem\/brrr2010.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Gagne's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, details a super fun winter science experiment - making borax snow crystals! Students helped to set up and dip their chenille stem snowflakes in the \"snow\" solution, then hurried in to see what happened after letting them sit overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/januarya-little-sciencea-little-matha.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKrazy for Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e invited her students to watch a short clip of how a snowflake forms, then act it out! Her kiddos pretended to be ice crystals, attracting other ice crystal friends in order to form one large snowflake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sneakerteacher.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/alive-and-kicking.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSneaker Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e had her kiddos practice letter sounds with a fun snowflake \"mixer\" game. She scripted letters onto snowflake cutouts and passed one to each student. To play the game, students were invited to mingle and find a partner, telling them what sound the letter on their snowflake makes, listening as their classmate did the same, and then trading snowflakes. Students were invited to continue this process until the timer went off - so they could make it \"snow\"! [For a full description of the game, be sure to visit Sneaker Teacher!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't miss these great activities - be sure to visit each blog for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135054361,"sku":"A3050","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snow-Crystals.jpg?v=1522781875"},{"product_id":"let-it-snow-vocabulary-game-a3051","title":"Let It Snow! 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Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating Your Own Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrainstorm a list of vocabulary\/focus words, finding clip art images or pictures of the words and pasting them onto snowflake cutouts. We suggest laminating the snowflakes to reduce wear and tear. Next, script the various words onto index cards and laminate {optional}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, place the word cards face down in the middle of the table, and pass out the snowflakes so that each player has the same number. Invite students to place their snowflake pieces face up in front of them. Have the first player pick up a word card from the middle of the table and read the word for their classmates. The player with the matching snowflake piece gets to turn their piece over {or place it in the \"discard\" pile}. Students take turns reading word cards until one player has turned all of their snowflakes over {or has discarded them all}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Kelly's Kindergarten for this activity - and the free printable that goes with it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135185433,"sku":"A3051","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/let-it-snow-game.jpg?v=1522781876"},{"product_id":"christmas-tree-graph-a3052","title":"Christmas Tree Graph","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1431\" title=\"Christmas-Tree-Graph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Tree-Graph.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Tree Math Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love this Christmas tree graphing exercise we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-graph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Wood's Dual Language Kindergarten Class\u003c\/a\u003e and think it would be a perfect Christmas math center activity! The gist of the exercise - students are provided with a Christmas tree cutout that's been decorated with various items {light bulbs, ornaments, stars, presents, etc} and a recording sheet. To complete the activity, students must count the number of each item on the tree, writing the number on a recording sheet, then graphing the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOther considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your kiddos with the Christmas tree cutout and craft embellishments, inviting them to decorate their own tree. Then, invite your students to use the recording sheet to analyze their selections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect the individual graphs to create a class data set to graph and analyze - determining the total number of each item found on the trees, how many students had the most\/least presents, ornaments, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other awesome activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Wood's Dual Language Kindergarten Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135250969,"sku":"A3052","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Tree-Graph.jpg?v=1522781877"},{"product_id":"winter-numberland-a3869","title":"Winter Numberland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1497\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowflake.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowflake Number Recognition and Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHere's a fun winter counting and number recognition game for your kiddos from Katy, featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschoolrainbow.org\/preschool-winter.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGayle's Preschool Rainbow\u003c\/a\u003e. All you'll need is a marker, white printer paper, and a pair of scissors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate 10 sets of snowflake cutouts - making each pair by placing two sheets of printer paper on top of each other, folding them together, and cutting out a unique design. On one-half of each matching pair, use the marker to script a numeral, and on the other half of the matching pair, draw circles or dots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, make it \"snow\", tossing the snowflakes in the air. Invite your students to pick up a cutout, identify the numeral\/count the number of dots displayed on it, and find the classmate with the other part of the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other fun winter activity ideas, be sure to visit Gayle's Preschool Rainbow!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135283737,"sku":"A3869","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowflake.jpg?v=1522781877"},{"product_id":"christmas-present-counting-a3870","title":"Christmas Present Counting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1503\" title=\"Christmas-Present-Counting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Present-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Present Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: seedsofnoledge.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love this holiday counting activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seedsofnoledge.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/winter-themed-centers-some-ideas.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeeds of Knowledge\u003c\/a\u003e. It offers your kiddos a great opportunity for strengthening one-to-one correspondence, numeral recognition, and fine motor skills! {And we really love that the activity doesn't get super fancy!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction paper activity mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuffin tin or recycled container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniature Christmas present manipulatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a marker to separate the pieces of construction paper into 12 sections, labeling each section with a different numeral. Provided with a container of the mini presents, invite your kiddos to identify the number in the space, count out the appropriate number of packages, and place them on the mat. So simple!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Seeds of Knowledge for this and some other great winter themed center activity ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135480345,"sku":"A3870","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Present-Counting.jpg?v=1522781878"},{"product_id":"snowman-sequencing-a3053","title":"Snowman Sequencing - FREE Printable Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1434\" title=\"snowman sequence\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-sequence.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Sequencing and Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the conditions certainly can't be categorized as \"snowman making weather\" here in Northeast Ohio {seriously, I don't even care if it looks like a light frost, I just want \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e white this Christmas!}, we thought your kiddos could get in some 'practice' time with this adorable activity from Mrs. Hodson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/holiday-hoopla-and-freebies.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToday in First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! It will strengthen both ordering, as well as writing skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, provide your kinders with the snowman cards {Mrs. Hodson generously provides a free printable worksheet at her blog, so be sure to head over there for the download!}, inviting them to place the events displayed on the cards in the proper sequence. Next, using the cards as a reference, have your kiddos write a mini tutorial for building a snowman using a 'first', 'next', and 'last' approach. [This might be a fun activity to have your students complete in pairs or a group.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having students create booklets - pasting a snowman card on the left and describing the building process on the right!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Today in First Grade for the worksheet and for lots of other great activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135578649,"sku":"A3053","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowman-sequence.jpg?v=1522781879"},{"product_id":"making-wish-stockings-a3871","title":"Making Wish Stockings","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1507\" title=\"Wish-Stocking\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wish-Stocking.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Fine Motor and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: la-lashomedaycare.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWish stockings are a great way to build fine motor as well as literacy skills. We found this great exercise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/la-lashomedaycare.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/holiday-kid-craft-link-up-week-13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLa-La's Home Daycare\u003c\/a\u003e. Start by providing your kiddos with a festive stocking cutout, scissors, and some old magazines. Invite them to use the magazines to create a picture \"wish list\" on their stocking, cutting out images and pasting them onto the cutout. When finished, have your preschoolers identify the item they want the most by circling it, placing a star sticker next to it, or using another designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add a literacy component, invite students to determine the beginning letter of their top wish, and make an alphabetical class wish list. For example, you might say, \"Raise your hand if your top wish starts with an 'A'...\" Call on each child who raises their hand, inviting them to share their wish, and writing it on the class list. Follow this same process for each letter until each child has had a chance to share what they want most for Christmas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a supply list and some other great Christmas craft ideas, be sure to visit La-La's Home Daycare!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135676953,"sku":"A3871","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wish-Stocking.jpg?v=1522781879"},{"product_id":"let-it-snow-winter-counting-activity-a4013","title":"Let It Snow! Winter Counting Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2600\" title=\"Mitten-Counting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Mitten Themed Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tothelesson.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMittens. Hats. Soft scarves. We just love the winter season! We stumbled across these fun winter inspired lesson activities from Sasha, Montessori teacher over at To The Lesson, and thought we'd pass them along in the event you're gearing up for the winter season too! While you'll have to head over to Sasha's blog for the full lesson plan, here's a sneak peek at our favorite activity - snowflake mitten counting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activity is simple to set up, super festive, and one we know your kiddos will have a blast with. Simply print and cut out mitten shapes on brightly colored card stock - or trace and cut them from felt of assorted colors - and add a numeral to each. Provided with snowflake manipulatives (i.e. erasers, confetti, etc.), invite your kiddos to identify the numeral on the mitten and count out the correct number. Not only is this great for building early math skills, it's also a fun fine motor builder!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just one of the many fabulous winter themed activities Sasha shares at her blog! Be sure to visit To The Lesson for the rest of her great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734167855129,"sku":"A4013","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mitten-Counting.jpg?v=1522782075"},{"product_id":"winter-literacy-center-word-family-christmas-trees-a3200","title":"Winter Literacy Center - Word Family Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2512\" title=\"Word-Family-Christmas-Trees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Word-Family-Christmas-Trees.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas and Winter Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachelle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/word-families.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e designed this fun Christmas themed activity to help your kinders practice word families! The best part is she provides a free printable template for the activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA few suggestions...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile the template features the -ay word chuck, you can use word processing software or a paint program to tweak the template to offer your kiddos practice with other word families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original activity instructs your kiddos to write words that belong in the displayed word family and add them to the tree. If you think your kiddos might have trouble with this, you might also consider pre-printing words onto the ornaments - both those that belong in the word family and those that don't - and inviting your students to sort the ornaments, gluing the right ones to the tree!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the template download and lots of other great winter learning activities, be sure to visit What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734168805401,"sku":"A3200","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Word-Family-Christmas-Trees.jpg?v=1522782081"},{"product_id":"winter-sensory-fun-names-in-the-snow-a4015","title":"Winter Sensory Fun - Names In The Snow","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2617\" title=\"Sight-Word-Find\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Find.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Name Recognition and Sensory Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: scottsbricks.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis simple activity created by Scott, early childhood educator and blogger over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/scottsbricks.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/whats-in-that-bowl.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrick by Brick\u003c\/a\u003e, is sure to catch your kiddos attention as well as offer a fun addition to your winter lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd your kiddos' names, printed on strips of paper, to a bowl of shredded paper {or \"snow\"!} and invite your preschoolers to go on a name hunt - finding their name and their friend's names! This is great for name recognition and the shredded paper offers a fun sensory element! As an extension, you might consider creating a game mat with your preschoolers photos that students can use to match the drawn name slips to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2616\" title=\"Winter-Sight-Word-Find\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Sight-Word-Find.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Sight Word Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eThis game can also be tailored to fit other concepts and skills you're working on with your preschoolers. Sight words, for example. Hide sight word slips and invite your students to record their finds on a recording worksheet - i.e. type the words up and invite students to mark each find with a BINGO dauber or sticker, etc. {See picture above}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2615\" title=\"Read_Build_Write_collage-457x223\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Read_Build_Write_collage-457x223.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJolanthe's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.com\/Read_Build_Write_Printables.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRead! Build! Write! vocabulary mats\u003c\/a\u003e would also be great. Students could place the sight word slip at the top, use the included letter tiles to build the word, then practice writing the sight word on the laminated mat with a dry erase or transparency marker. The mat then wipes clean and is ready for the next word found!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734168838169,"sku":"A4015","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Find.jpg?v=1522782081"},{"product_id":"winter-math-christmas-shapes-a4016","title":"Winter Math - Christmas Shapes!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2621\" title=\"Christmas-Shapes\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Shapes Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sweetpsclassnotes.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this Christmas shapes math lesson we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sweetpsclassnotes.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/winding-down.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSweet P's Class Notes\u003c\/a\u003e?! Creating Christmas wreaths, snowmen, Christmas trees, and more - this is a great craftivity for helping your preschoolers review shapes as well as practice following a pattern\/directions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor younger learners, you might consider creating pattern block templates, laminating the sheets and inviting students fill the patterns in with the correct shapes. The laminated patterns can then be cleared easily for the next student. For more advanced learners, consider providing patterns for them to follow, reconstructing the shape on a piece of construction paper, or inviting them to use the colorful pattern blocks to create their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e Christmas shape!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734168936473,"sku":"A4016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Shapes.jpg?v=1522782082"},{"product_id":"christmas-tree-counting-a3202","title":"Christmas Tree Counting!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2519\" title=\"Christmas-Tree-Counting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Tree-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Counting Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan and Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a cute counting activity for the holidays? Mrs. Morrow, kindergarten teacher and blogger over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/our-busy-week.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Morrow's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, created this adorable Christmas tree themed craftivity that is sure to be a hit with your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the original activity made use of die cut accents that she created using her school's machine, you could recreate the center with a coloring page and stickers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind an undecorated Christmas tree coloring page online, printing the image onto green card stock or construction paper. We simply did a Google search for \"Christmas tree coloring pages\" and found several viable options!..\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2520\" title=\"Christmas-Tree-Coloring-Page\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Tree-Coloring-Page.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with an opportunity for fine motor building, inviting them to use scissors to cut out the tree shape and glue it to their sheet of black construction paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the decorations, find inexpensive Christmas stickers - Christmas lights, ornaments, stars, candy canes, etc. - and create a key for students to fill out when they're finished decorating!\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2521\" title=\"Christmas-Tree-Counting-Key\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Tree-Counting-Key.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Counting Math Craftivity and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat a festive and colorful way to add a bit of holiday fun to your lesson plans!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734169886745,"sku":"A3202","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Tree-Counting.jpg?v=1522782088"},{"product_id":"12-gorgeous-christmas-sensory-bins-a4017","title":"12 Gorgeous Christmas Sensory Bins!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2635 \" title=\"B-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Nurturing Naters\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging out your sensory bin for the holidays? Check out these suggestions for base materials and fillers, as well as these lovely and festive bins we found floating around the blogosphere!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBase Materials {Use just one or mix and match!}\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, red and\/or green dyed rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSparkly tinsel garlands or sprigs of pine garland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacking peanuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShredded or torn pieces of wrapping paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift bows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaux snow [Warning: This is definitely messy!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, green, and\/or white pom poms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTinsel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCranberries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, red, and\/or green foam beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFillers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled Christmas cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniature gift boxes and tins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-breakable ornaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas themed shapes {two-dimensional and three-dimensional made from foam, paper, plastic, wood, etc.}\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanta\/reindeer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNativity scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowflakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePine cones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJingle bells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas cookie cutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandy canes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas erasers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniature stockings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: To add an extra sensory component, you might consider adding some peppermint oil, a scented candle, or cinnamon sticks!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow for the good stuff, check out these gorgeous sensory bins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2625\" title=\"1-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/growing3godlygirlz.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/our-christ-mas-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e3G=Growing Godly Girlz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2626\" title=\"2-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschooladventures3.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/christmas-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Cup of Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2627\" title=\"3-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makeathomemomma.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMake At Home Momma\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2628\" title=\"4-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschooladventures3.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Cup of Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2629\" title=\"5-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fromscratchmama.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrom Scratch Mama\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2630\" title=\"6-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.net\/2011\/12\/christmas-sensory-bin\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2631\" title=\"7-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/7-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ramblingsofapkteacher.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/sensory-table-christmas-style.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Preschool Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2632\" title=\"8-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/8-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kreativeactivities.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/sensory-christmas-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKreative Resources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2633\" title=\"9-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/9-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christian Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/catholicicing.com\/2011\/12\/nativity-sensory-bin-for-christmas\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCatholic Icing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2634\" title=\"A-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/A-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/christmas-sensory-box.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOlives and Pickles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2635\" title=\"B-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/december-sensory-tub-christmas-2010-12.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNurturing Naters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2636\" title=\"C-Christmas-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/C-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"%22http:\/\/www.theimaginationtree.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Imagination Tree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeriously awesome, right?! Be sure to visit each of these amazing sites!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734170017817,"sku":"A4017","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/B-Christmas-Sensory-Bin.jpg?v=1522782088"},{"product_id":"christmas-literacy-game-sight-words-around-the-room-a3203","title":"Christmas Literacy Game - Sight Words Around the Room","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2537\" alt=\"Christmas Sight Word Game and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Around-the-World-051.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kinderisahoot.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help her kinders review focus sight words, Sara over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kinderisahoot.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/good-day-sunshine-and-another-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Is A Hoot\u003c\/a\u003e created this adorable ornament game that would be the perfect addition to your holiday lesson plans! Simply hide the sight word ornaments around the classroom and provide your kiddos with a recording sheet, clip board, and pencil. To play, have your kiddos search the classroom for the hidden cards and, once found, invite them to identify the sight word, count the number of letters in the word, and record it in the correct row on their recording worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best part is Sara provides the ornament cards and recording sheet for free over at her blog! Be sure to visit Kindergarten Is A Hoot for the activity download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171295769,"sku":"A3203","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Around-the-World-051.jpg?v=1522782097"},{"product_id":"santa-science-lab-5-fun-holiday-experiments-a4018","title":"Santa Science Lab - 5 Fun Holiday Experiments!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2649\" alt=\"Christmas Science Experiments and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Santa-Science-Kids-Activities.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.growingajeweledrose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.growingajeweledrose.com\/2012\/12\/santa-science-activities-for-kids.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing A Jeweled Rose\u003c\/a\u003e is simply \u003cem\u003eoverflowing\u003c\/em\u003e with fun science experiments for the holidays! If you're looking for some hands-on activities to help close out your lesson plans before winter break, we highly suggest checking out Crystal's suggestions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\" data-mce-mark=\"1\"\u003eDiscover the chemical reaction of vinegar and baking soda with \u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoliday Cheer Eruptions!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the reaction of yeast with hydrogen peroxide creating \u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eSanta Toothpaste\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake colorful swirling observations as you mix milk, food coloring, and dish soap to create \u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eSanta's Magic Milk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover what happens to corn starch when mixed with water with the \u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoliday Goop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e experiment!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing a little art and science, explore what happens to ice when salt is added with \u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eSanta's Ice \u0026amp; Salt\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e experiment!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full experiment details and lots of colorful images of each experiment, be sure to visit Growing A Jeweled Rose and get exploring!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171394073,"sku":"A4018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Santa-Science-Kids-Activities.jpg?v=1522782097"},{"product_id":"christmas-science-erupting-candy-cane-experiment-a3204","title":"Christmas Science - Erupting Candy Cane Experiment","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2541\" alt=\"Christmas Science Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Cane-Science-Experiment-0.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.growingajeweledrose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow fun is this science experiment from Crystal over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.growingajeweledrose.com\/2012\/11\/candy-cane-science-activity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing A Jeweled Rose\u003c\/a\u003e?! A twist on the classic chemical reaction between vinegar and baking soda, Crystal \"spruced it up\" for the holidays and we're certain it will be a hit with your kinders!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we love...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe sensory elements.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e The red food coloring and the peppermint extract provide your kiddos with the sights and smells of the holidays!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cbig\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe fine motor elements.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e Placed in a cup with pipettes or a clear spray bottle, your kiddos will have an opportunity to build small motor control!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity, be sure to visit Growing A Jeweled Rose! And, while you're there, look around. Crystal and her daughter always have \u003cstrong\u003esomething\u003c\/strong\u003e fun planned!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171525145,"sku":"A3204","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Candy-Cane-Science-Experiment-0.jpg?v=1522782098"},{"product_id":"winter-fun-snowflake-relay-races-a4019","title":"Winter Fun - Snowflake Relay Races!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2655\" alt=\"Winter Kids Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowflake-Race.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: raisinglittlerhodies.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity, of course, is mostly just for fun. However the action of blowing into a straw \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e help strengthen muscles in the mouth that are important to speech development, so we say play away! {And, with how much fun she and her kiddos had with the game, we think Danielle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/raisinglittlerhodies.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/trevys-trays-tis-season.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRaising Little Rhodies\u003c\/a\u003e would agree!} Whether you set it up as a simple afternoon activity or add it to your winter party plans, we know it will be a hit with your preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide students into two teams, using a piece of duct tape to create a starting line and inviting your kiddos to form team lines behind it. Provide each student with an inexpensive drinking straw and set a team snowflake {the lighter in weight the better} at the starting line. Walk off 15 feet, placing two chairs - one for each team - at the end of the line. On your mark, invite the first player on each team, to get on their hands and knees and use their straw to blow the snowflake across the floor, around the chair, and back to the finish line. Continue this process, each player passing the snowflake off to the next student in line, until each player has had a turn. The team to get all of their players across the finish line first, wins! {See diagram below for relay race set-up. You'll probably need to set the game up in a hallway or the gymnasium.}\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2656\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Relay Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowflake-Relay-Race.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson plan and other great winter themed learning activities, be sure to visit Raising Little Rhodies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171623449,"sku":"A4019","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowflake-Race.jpg?v=1522782098"},{"product_id":"classroom-holiday-traditions-stocking-stuffers-a3205","title":"Classroom Holiday Traditions - Stocking Stuffers!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2544\" alt=\"Christmas Writing Activity and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/stockingstuffers1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holiday season offers a wonderful opportunity to build community in the classroom. With this in mind, as you're wrapping up your winter units, you might consider incorporating this adorable stocking activity from Susan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/12\/spread-holiday-cheer-with-stocking.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThank God It's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! Not only will it help your kinders with their writing skills, it also will provide them with a chance to remind their friends\/classmates that they're appreciated and a special part of the class!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe premise? Everyone likes to receive mail, gifts, and words of affirmation, so why not combine these three things? In the time leading up to Christmas break, students are invited to create and hang stockings in the hallway and then, during their free time, encouraged to write messages of appreciation to fellow students and secretly \"stuff\" the stockings of their classmates. When students finally get to empty their stockings  before break, they'll be excited to read all of the special notes left for them by their friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best part about this activity is that Susan provides the stocking templates and stocking stuffer note paper for free! Be sure to head over to Thank God It's First Grade for the details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734171688985,"sku":"A3205","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/stockingstuffers1.jpg?v=1522782099"},{"product_id":"how-many-presents-in-santas-bag-math-center-activity-a4422","title":"\"How Many Presents In Santa's Bag?\" Math Center Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Christmas Math Center Activity Idea With Free Printables\" alt=\"Christmas Math Center Activity Idea With Free Printables\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Math-Center-Activity-Idea.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your kiddos with some counting and number practice using this fun Christmas themed math center idea! Requring only a few things to put together - things that you likely already have on hand! - this is a great option if you need a quick, minimal prep activity to fill some time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Preparation...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the free activity printables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the activity pieces onto construction paper of assorted colors, cut out, and laminate to reduce wear and tear. [There are thirteen cutouts total; students will work with numerals 0 through 12.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the recording sheet onto regular copy\/printer paper; one for each student.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Christmas Counting Activity\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Christmas Counting Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Math-Center-Activity-Idea-and-Printables.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvided with the activity pieces, crayons, and a recording sheet, invite students to select a cutout and identify the number of presents on the bag, then record their findings by coloring a bag on their recording sheet to match the selected cutout and writing the number of presents counted on the line beneath the colored image. Have students repeat the process until they've worked through all thirteen bag cutouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: While the original activity pieces feature simple black and white presents, you could spice up the activity by printing a simple bag shape onto the construction paper, then adding colorful present stickers or foam cutouts!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195511321,"sku":"A4422","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Math-Center-Activity-Idea.jpg?v=1522782242"},{"product_id":"how-to-get-on-the-nice-list-christmas-writing-activity-a4425","title":"\"How To Get On The NICE List\" Christmas Writing Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Kindergarten Christmas Writing Activity\" alt=\"Kindergarten Christmas Writing Activity and Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Christmas-Writing-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity is pretty self-explanatory! If you're looking for a fun way to develop your kiddos writing and sequencing skills, this Christmas themed activity and printable writing prompt offers a great opportunity for students to devise a step-by-step plan for getting on (or staying on!) Santa's \"nice list\". The printable works whether you have your students simply number each step or want them to practice with a 'first, next, then, last' approach when relaying their strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195609625,"sku":"A4425","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Christmas-Writing-Activity.jpg?v=1522782242"},{"product_id":"christmas-write-the-room-activity-printable-a4427","title":"FREE Christmas Write The Room Activity \u0026 Printable","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo your kiddos need an opportunity to leave their seats and get some of their wiggles out leading up to break? This fun Christmas themed write the room activity not only provides a chance to 'wander' the room, it also strengthens literacy and writing skills! With sixteen total vocabulary cards and two recording worksheets, you can either split the activity into two, using one set of cards one week and the other set of cards the next, or use them together for one big write the room exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195675161,"sku":"A4427","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Literacy-and-Writing-Activity-Printables-Cover.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"christmas-count-the-room-activity-printable-a4428","title":"FREE Christmas Count The Room Activity \u0026 Printable","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlong the same lines as a 'write the room' activity, we thought a Christmas themed 'count the room' would also be fun for your kiddos! 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Print the activity cards - cutting off the shape strip at the bottom of each - inviting students to count the number of objects on the card, find the matching object on their recording sheet, then write the number on the line beneath it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195740697,"sku":"A4428","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Math-Activity-Printable-Large.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-colors-christmas-shared-reading-activity-a4434","title":"FREE Gingerbread Colors - Christmas Shared Reading Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eShared reading experiences offer a fun way to build early reading skills as well as encourage reading enjoyment and success! Here's a simple gingerbread themed holiday reading activity that uses predictable sentences for easy reading - helping students build vocabulary, recognize common sight words, and build color word recognition skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest using a pocket chart with simple sentence strips for the text and gingerbread shapes printed onto colored construction paper. 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(Perhaps tapping into personal experience if they've ever found themselves in a tight situation!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, of course, here's a cute printable prompt page (shown above) for students to use to write about and illustrate their solution!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734196133913,"sku":"A4435","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Creative-Writing-Prompt-Printable.jpg?v=1522782245"},{"product_id":"peppermint-letters-printable-activity-a4438","title":"Peppermint Letters Printable Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've always loved the peppermint theme for Christmas and winter so, using some of Laura Strickland's awesome peppermint candy graphics (by the way, if you're not familiar with Laura's amazing desings, be sure to check out her website, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mycutegraphics.com\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMyCuteGraphics.com\u003c\/a\u003e!), we created several sets of letter cards that you and your kiddos can use to practice letter recognition, ordering, and matching this holiday season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a closer look at the three different sets included in the download;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Christmas Alphabet Printable Activity\" alt=\"Christmas Alphabet Printable Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Letter-Card-Printables-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Christmas Upper Case Letters Printable Activity\" alt=\"Christmas Upper Case Letters Printable Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Letter-Card-Printables-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Christmas Lower Case Letters Printable Activity\" alt=\"Christmas Lower Case Letters Printable Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Letter-Card-Printables-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity suggestions...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABC Ordering. Print any set of cards and invite your students to put them in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper \u0026amp; Lower Case Letter Matching. Print the upper and lower case letter sets, inviting students to simply make matches or, perhaps, play a game of Concentration or Go Fish! (Or, of course, you could print all three sets of letters for a greater challenge!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning Letter Sounds. 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To spice things up for the holidays, we thought your kiddos might appreciate a few extra sensory elements. Simply add a few drops of peppermint essential oil and a squirt of red or green washable tempera paint to shaving cream - and voila! - you have a peppermint candy inspired sensory experience that's perfect for the holidays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peppermint-Shaving-Cream-Letter-Writing-Activity.jpg\" title=\"Christmas Sensory Writing Activity\" alt=\"Christmas Sensory Letter Writing Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile sensory play, in and of itself, is important - don't forget that you can combine the activity with other skills that you and your kiddos have been working on. For instance, the peppermint letters printables (shown above) would make an awesome addition to the activity. Set out with the shaving cream, students can practice identifying then forming the letters with their fingers in the shaving cream. Shapes. Addition\/subtraction problems. Sight words. 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