{"title":"Earth Day Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"thank-you-earth-earth-day-activities-a2944","title":"\"Thank You, Earth\" - Earth Day Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eApril 22nd is \"Earth Day\" - the day we celebrate our planet, appreciate the beauty of nature, and learn ways to protect our environment. Here are some fantastic exercises {via April Larremore of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e} to work into your lessons as you help your kinders understand the importance of taking care of our earth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-626 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-Favorite-Outdoor-Activity.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten Earth Day writing activity worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThank you, Earth!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by reading Megan Halsey's \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e3 Planting Pandas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichael Recycle\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Ellie Bethel, or another Earth Day literature selection. Invite your students to brainstorm a list of their favorite outdoor activities. Discuss with your students that when we pollute our environment {the land, the atmosphere, the water}, there are consequences and remind them of the importance of keeping our planet clean, conserving resources, etc. To wrap up the activity, provide your kiddos with pieces of paper and graphic art tools, inviting them to draw and write about their favorite outdoor activity! [NOTE: You might also consider using the clip art images provided in April's Earth Day unit and word processing software to create a custom worksheet for this activity like we did. It's simple!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-625  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-promise.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten collaborative hand print Earth Day earth art project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe Promise Our Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother great way to inspire your students to be conscious of their impact on the environment is with a promise board. Discuss with your students what a promise is {and what it means to make a promise}. Invite your kinders to recount a time in which they promised someone something. In honor of Earth Day, brainstorm things you might \"promise\" to do or not do in order to keep the environment clean and healthy. Have your students draw and write about their personal promise(s) to the Earth. End with this collaborative hand print Earth art project to display in the classroom! Students will love the 'hands-on' project and the opportunity to squish paint between their fingers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108807193,"sku":"A2944","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/My-Favorite-Outdoor-Activity.jpg?v=1522781722"},{"product_id":"reduce-reuse-recycle-earth-day-activity-a2945","title":"Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! - Earth Day Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs part of your Earth Day discussions, invite your students to explore these new vocabulary words and concepts - reduce, reuse, recycle! We found some fantastic worksheets and exercises to help with this lesson from Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Earth%20Day\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e and April at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-639  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/reduce-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten Earth Day activity reduce printable worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your students to describe what they think happens to our garbage after it's picked up by the truck. Talk about landfills and bring in examples of common 'garbage can items' in order to talk about how long it takes for those particular items to decompose\/break down:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper = 2.5 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic bags = 10 to 20 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTin can = 100 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyrofoam = NEVER!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e[Information from the New York Times via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thatdanny.com\/2008\/06\/06\/how-long-does-it-take-a-plastic-bag-or-a-glass-bottle-to-decompose\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThat Danny!\u003c\/a\u003e] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss what reduce means {i.e. what it means to make something small} and use this fantastic worksheet to brainstorm ways to reduce our consumption, conserve our Earth's precious resources, the amount of garbage we throw away, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-640 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/reuse-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten Earth Day activity printable reuse worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReuse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss the following vocabulary words - waste, resources, conserve, etc. Invite your kinders to recount a time they wasted something they knew could be used again. Use Rachelle's worksheet to brainstorm ways in which our Earth's resources can be conserved by using something over instead of throwing it away and\/or actions we can take to prevent waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-638 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/recycle-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten Earth Day activity printable recycle worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos are likely to be more familiar with this concept, but revisit the term and its meaning {i.e. taking an old\/used product and making it into a new one}. Without embarrassing anyone, poll students to see if they sort and recycle trash at home. Discuss ways in which recycling can be simplified or how to organize a \"recycling revolution\" at home. Use the printable worksheet to brainstorm and list items that can {and should!} be recycled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-637 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Do-not-throw-away-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten Earth Day reduce reuse recycle printable worksheet activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a way to wrap up the lesson {and see if they've been listening!}, have your students complete April's Earth Day worksheet - drawing and describing a particular item that shouldn't be thrown away and giving two different ways in which it can be used for something else!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, consider setting out sorting mats and provide students with tangible items or pictures and have them sort the objects into the correct category - reduce, reuse, or recycle. With these comprehensive exercises, your students are sure to remember the importance of keeping the earth clean and how they each have a role to play!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108938265,"sku":"A2945","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/reduce-worksheet.jpg?v=1522781723"},{"product_id":"earth-day-math-ideas-a3769","title":"Earth Day Math Ideas","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-735  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/globe.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day preschool math activities\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.googolpower.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some fun math ideas to use in your Earth Day celebration on April 22nd, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.googolpower.com\/content\/free-learning-resources\/seasonal-math\/earth-day\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGoogol\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic math resource for educators, offers some great activities that will get your kiddos outdoors and excited about learning! You'll have to visit the full post for an entire list, but here are a few of the highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo on a nature hunt for geometric shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect sticks {or other natural elements} using them to create various geometric shapes for study and comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to collect natural math manipulatives {rocks, seeds, nuts, etc.} - use these to practice counting, patterning, sorting, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for natural objects that are symmetrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the length of natural objects using standard and non-standard units of measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect and measure rainfall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list could go on and on! For more math lessons inspired by nature, be sure to visit Googol's full post and spice up your Earth Day activities!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109593625,"sku":"A3769","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/globe.jpg?v=1522781727"},{"product_id":"passport-to-fun-learning-about-the-continents-a2975","title":"Passport to Fun - Learning About the Continents","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2589266569.jpg\" alt=\"world map\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Allison Yoshimura\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/ali_san\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAllison Yoshimura\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'world map \" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/67882961@N00\/2589266569\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer is a great time to learn about and 'visit' different parts of the world with a “Passport to Fun” or “World Traveler” unit. Deb Chitwood of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/2011\/04\/18\/activity-of-week-continent-map-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e offers some fantastic resource links to help you introduce the concept of continents to your kiddos. Whether you create them from colorful sheets of felt or print them onto card stock, here's a list of supplies you'll need for your geography learning center...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful continent cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinent and ocean labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several ways you can use these materials to teach your kiddos about the continents {they get more challenging as they go along}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding them with both a labeled and unlabeled world map, invite your students to use the completed map to place the continent and ocean labels in the correct place. This activity stresses \u003cem\u003eproper vocabulary\u003c\/em\u003e while introducing continent\/ocean location on the map.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with an unlabeled world map, have them match the continent cutouts to their correct place on the map and match the continent\/ocean labels to their proper places. This activity will help your kiddos review proper vocabulary, \u003cem\u003ehighlighting continent\/ocean location\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a blank world map {i.e. simple blue circles or a blue rectangle}, invite students to place the continent cutouts in their proper place, labeling the landmasses and oceans with the correct name. This activity encourages students to demonstrate their knowledge of vocabulary and continent\/ocean location on the map.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis series of exercises provides a natural progression for learning and reviewing new concepts. Be sure to visit Living Montessori Now for links to printable maps and resources!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734116638745,"sku":"A2975","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2589266569.jpg?v=1522781770"},{"product_id":"passport-to-fun-individual-continent-study-a2976","title":"Passport to Fun - Individual Continent Study","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnce your kinders have become comfortable with identifying continents on a world map, it's time to get the 'passports' out and learn about individual continents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-956 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pretend-passport.jpg\" alt=\"World Geography Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: satorismiles.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating Passports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these adorable templates for creating pretend passports from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fiarcircle.com\/downloads\/lessons\/passport.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFiar Circle\u003c\/a\u003e {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/satorismiles.com\/2009\/04\/03\/pretend-passports-a-great-homeschool-tool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSatori Smiles\u003c\/a\u003e}. Simply pick out a cover, print onto sturdy card stock, the print the photo and filler pages onto regular paper. Cut apart and staple {in the correct order} into a passport booklet. Have your kiddos bring in a picture to paste onto their photo page, then have them script in their personal information – name, birth date, place of birth, etc. The download even comes with sample stamps that can be used in your adventures. Your kiddos are sure to love this part of the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-957 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/continent-bag.jpg\" alt=\"World Geography Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontessori Continent Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeb Chitwood of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/2011\/06\/06\/activity-of-the-week-montessori-continent-boxes\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e suggests creating “continent boxes” to assist you in your 'travels'. These boxes contain all sorts of interesting information to help you and your kinders learn about the area:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStories and literature from\/about the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack of traditional music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal musical instruments {or pictures of traditional instruments}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePictures of the region and well-known places\/landmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrency from the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional houses\/housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant and animals indigenous to the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood grown and consumed in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional games played by children in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list goes on and on! Mari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/our-continent-bags.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e has put together some fantastic continent bags as an example, so be sure to check out her blog, as well as Living Montessori Now, for tips, tricks, links, printables, and more information on how to create your own! After studying about the focus continent, add a stamp in your kiddos' passports, and move on to your next adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734116933657,"sku":"A2976","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pretend-passport.jpg?v=1522781772"},{"product_id":"celebrating-dr-seuss-writing-prompt-inspired-by-the-lorax-a3076","title":"Celebrating Dr. Seuss - Writing Prompt Inspired by The Lorax","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1573\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seuss-Lorax-Writing.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: seusstastic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Dr. Seuss time again and in our search for wonderful, Seuss-tastic activities for kinders, we stumbled upon this awesome writing prompt over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seusstastic.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/seusstastic-seuss-week-freebies-ideas.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeusstastic Classroom Inspirations\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog created by the self-proclaimed 'obseussed teachaholic', Melissa Dillard! We love unique activities that foster writing skills and this Lorax-inspired exercise is just the ticket for your Dr. Seuss lesson plans.\n\nPart craft, part writing exercise, first invite your kiddos to complete the following prompt...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"If I were the Lorax, this is how I would help our Earth...\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...then, using the *free* Lorax mustache template featured over at Melissa's blog, have a fun photo shoot with your kiddos! These two elements, paired with a marble painted \"Earth\", make for a super cute finished product!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: This is a great spin-off activitiy not only for your Dr. Seuss unit, but also for Earth Day or your recycling unit!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis activity is only the tip of the iceberg! Melissa offers tons of fantastic ideas and {FREE!} printables at her blog so be sure to visit Seusstastic Classroom Inspirations!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140297241,"sku":"A3076","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seuss-Lorax-Writing.jpg?v=1522781907"},{"product_id":"learning-with-the-lorax-a3078","title":"Learning with The Lorax","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1582\" title=\"The-Lorax\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Lorax.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Lorax Inspired Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eMarch 2nd is Dr. Seuss's birthday, heralding in Read Across America and {this year!} the release of Universal Studio's The Lorax. One of Seuss's most treasured stories, The Lorax offers lots of opportunities for learning in the classroom. We found some excellent ideas over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/helpfromdebbie.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/unless.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHelp From Debbie\u003c\/a\u003e that will help you get started! While environmental responsibility is an important theme of the story - making the book a perfect match for Earth Day or your recycling unit - Debbie shows that there are lots of \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e great concepts that you can pull from as well! Advertising. Cause and effect. Food chains. Greed.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCause and Effect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes it's hard for children {and even adults!} to remember that their actions can affect others. The story of The Lorax shows that the decisions and actions of a small group of people can affect the entire population. To help your kiddos understand, Debbie suggests several experiments that visually demonstrate this idea. You might also consider having students consider their role in the classroom and brainstorm how their behavior, attitudes, and decisions can positively and\/or negatively affect their classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is only one of the themes Debbie recommends delving in to as part of your study of The Lorax. Be sure to visit Help From Debbie for more suggestions and lesson ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140755993,"sku":"A3078","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Lorax.jpg?v=1522781910"},{"product_id":"our-class-cares-earth-day-activities-a3095","title":"Our Class Cares - Earth Day Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1885 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Anchor-Chart-2.jpg\" alt=\"April Earth Day Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome Earth Day lesson from Jessica Williamson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/earth-day_21.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome to Room 36!\u003c\/a\u003e We just love the beautiful anchor chart, the use of inspiring poetry, and the fun writing prompt that we \u003cem\u003eknow\u003c\/em\u003e will get your kinders thinking! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Anchor Chart\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin the lesson, Jessica and her kiddos discussed how they -  as individuals and as a class - can take care of the Earth. We love how each child's name is printed around the edge of the cutout - it's a great reminder that \u003cem\u003eeveryone\u003c\/em\u003e is responsible for keeping the Earth clean and can also double as a pledge that each individual student will do their part in caring for our planet. We also like how Jessica incorporated poetry into the lesson! {The verse is so simple that it wouldn't be a stretch to invite your kiddos to try and memorize the lines as they work... That way, they'll have something to share with their families when they get home, and a great reminder of what Earth Day is all about!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one thing to talk about making a difference, but making a pledge to the Earth requires students to take responsibility and action. We love how Jessica added a fun twist to the traditional writing prompt, inviting students to write about how they would \"make the Earth glitter\"! The crafts\/writing prompts turned out so beautifully, they would make a fantastic Earth Day classroom display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson plan, pictures of crafts and other activity suggestions, be sure to visit Welcome to Room 36!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143770649,"sku":"A3095","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Anchor-Chart-2.jpg?v=1522781928"},{"product_id":"planting-a-rainbow-earth-day-craftivity-a3097","title":"Planting A Rainbow - Earth Day Craftivity!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1895 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day and Summer Gardening Kids Craft and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kiboomu.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love mixing literature and crafting and this adorable craftivity, created by Wendy and Sherry of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2012\/04\/02\/earth-day-popsicle-stick-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e, would be a fabulous addition to your Earth Day Lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting A Rainbow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis popular children's book written by Lois Ehlert follows a mother and daughter as they create a beautiful {and colorful!} flower garden - helping children understand how to plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings, and nurture their growth.  Earth Day is all about helping students learn how to take care of the Earth - what things are good for it and what things are harmful to it. This story offers a great opportunity to teach children about cultivating the Earth so that it can thrive into something beautiful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adorable craft Wendy and Sherry designed to go with the story, as well as the fun song they recommend, creates a well-rounded activity that we know your kiddos will love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the craft tutorial and links to download the fun tune, be sure to visit Kiboomu!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144163865,"sku":"A3097","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg?v=1522781931"},{"product_id":"the-earth-bowl-earth-day-science-lesson-a3098","title":"The Earth Bowl - Earth Day Science Lesson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1902\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Layers-of-Earth.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eEarth Day provides a great opportunity for your kinders to learn more about the world around them. Here's a fun lesson from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sln.fi.edu\/tfi\/activity\/earth\/earth-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Franklin Institute\u003c\/a\u003e that incorporates fun treats and an introduction to the different layers of the Earth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Earth's Layers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos may not know this, but the Earth is comprised of four different layers - the inner core, outer core, mantle, and crust. Using graham crackers and various flavors of jell-o {or alternative ingredients described below}, help your students create a cross section of the Earth so that they see what's beneath their feet! And, unlike the models {which take a few hours to make}, the Earth took \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e5 billion years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to form!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternative ingredients...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse an Oreo for the \u003cem\u003einner core\u003c\/em\u003e because it's solid and dense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse pudding for the \u003cem\u003eouter core\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Jell-o for the \u003cem\u003emantle\u003c\/em\u003e because it is more solid than the outer core, but not completely solid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse graham crackers and\/or Rice Krispies for the \u003cem\u003ecrust\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe best part - learning is oh so sweet! Students will be thrilled when they get the go-ahead to eat their cross section of the Earth!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson, including the depth and other characteristics of each layer, be sure to visit The Franklin Institute!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144426009,"sku":"A3098","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Layers-of-Earth.jpg?v=1522781933"},{"product_id":"the-earth-and-i-earth-day-craftivity-a3100","title":"The Earth and I - Earth Day Craftivity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1912 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Earth-and-I-Cover1.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Reading Craftivity Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAyn over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littleilluminations.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/earth-and-i-earth-day-books-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Illuminations\u003c\/a\u003e posted this great Earth Day craftivity that we know your kiddos will enjoy. With a fun book and collaborative craft, this activity offers a great way to teach your kiddos about recycling and taking care of the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Earth and I\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated book is about the friendship between a little boy and the earth. They play together, nourish each other, listen to each other and, when the earth is sad, so is the little boy. Like any good friend, the little boy finds a way to make the earth happy. This is such a fun way for your kiddos to learn that everyone should take part in caring for the earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollaborative Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go along with the book, Ayn had her students work together, using recycled magazines and previously created craft paper, to collage a large Earth cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo check out how the craft turned out and for a fantastic linky party of Earth Day lesson ideas, be sure to visit Little Illuminations!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144655385,"sku":"A3100","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Earth-and-I-Cover1.jpg?v=1522781934"},{"product_id":"earth-day-experiment-can-you-undo-water-pollution-a3911","title":"Earth Day Experiment - Can You Undo Water Pollution?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2006\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Polluted-Water.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Pollution Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: gironlife.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisual demonstrations and hands on experiments offer fantastic learning opportunities! Especially when it comes to science, when your students can see, feel, smell, etc. the various concepts you're talking about, they're more likely to connect with and grasp the material. We just \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e this experiment from Cindy over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gironlife.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/experiment-can-you-undo-water-pollution.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAlong the Way\u003c\/a\u003e - it's great for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e time of year, but with Earth Day coming up, we think it would be a fabulous addition to your lesson plans! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some forms of pollution can be remedied or reversed - this isn't always the case. That's why prevention is so important. Cindy wanted to demonstrate this very idea to her kiddos, so she offered them a tub of water and a menagerie of pollutants and invited them to dirty the water. Once finished, charged them with the task of returning the water to its previously sparkling state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer kiddos found that this was impossible. While the larger pieces of trash could be picked out, the other pollutants had left a lasting impact on the tub of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot only is this a fun sensory exercise {every preschooler likes to play in water!}, it's also a great reminder that we need to be careful and treat our earth with respect. To see what 'pollutants' Cindy had her kiddos use, be sure to visit Along the Way!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144720921,"sku":"A3911","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Polluted-Water.jpg?v=1522781934"},{"product_id":"earth-day-craft-handprints-around-the-world-a3912","title":"Earth Day Craft - Handprints Around the World","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2014 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Craftivity.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Craft and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.meetthedubiens.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJill over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.meetthedubiens.com\/2012\/04\/handprints-around-world.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMeet the Dubiens\u003c\/a\u003e shared this awesome craft she did with her kiddos for Earth Day and, with its inspirational message, we thought it would make a nice addition to your lessons. While Earth Day is the perfect time to talk about pollution, recycling, and doing our part to take care of the earth, we also agree with Jill in that it offers a fabulous opportunity for talking about diversity - \"teaching our kids that there are people of different color, race, and religion all over this world, but we are all the same and we need to treat everyone kindly and with respect.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project tutorial, be sure to visit Meet the Dubiens! And, while you're there, stick around - Jill is one crafty lady and she has a lot of great craft ideas that would work great in the classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144917529,"sku":"A3912","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Craftivity.jpg?v=1522781936"},{"product_id":"sensory-earth-day-craftivity-a3913","title":"Sensory Earth Day Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2020\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth_Day_Craft7.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Sensory Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.littlerunningteacher.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheryl Golangco over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlerunningteacher.com\/giant-earth-for-earth-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLittle Running Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e shared this fabulous sensory craftivity and we thought it would make a fun addition to your Earth Day plans! It's super simple and we \u003cem\u003eknow\u003c\/em\u003e your kiddos will love feeling the squishy paint between their toes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/products\/fadeless-white-paper-roll-24x12-14383\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhite bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/products\/crayola-washable-paint-16-oz-green-8255\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/products\/crayola-washable-paint-16-oz-blue-8254\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eblue craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bottle or squirt gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow pan or tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the different elements of the project - spray bottle painting is great for fine motor control and creating prints with their feet provides a super fun sensory experience! As they work, invite your kiddos to discuss how the paint feels - wet, squishy, etc. We also love the idea of having students work together to create the earth print! [NOTE: When dry, the finished Earth cutout would make a great bulletin board decoration.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePair this fantastic craft with some Earth Day literature, perhaps a memorable Earth Day poem, and this is sure to be a crowd pleaser! For the full project tutorial, be sure to visit Little Running Teacher!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145015833,"sku":"A3913","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth_Day_Craft7.jpg?v=1522781936"},{"product_id":"book-suggestions-for-celebrating-earth-day-a3101","title":"Book Suggestions for Celebrating Earth Day","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1918 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earthbookforchildren.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Books and Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe love the idea of incorporating themed book bins in your classroom - and rotating them as units\/lesson topics change. If you're looking for a selection of books to place in your Earth Day bin, we found this awesome post over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/carrotsareorange.com\/books-celebrate-earth-day-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCarrots Are Orange\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would be perfect! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe literature selections offer a broad range of stories, lessons, and tips for being 'green' - everything from making your own reusable grocery bags and turning the water off while brushing your teeth to composting and finding alternative types of transportation (walking, riding bikes, etc). Just from the covers we can tell that the colorful illustrations will draw your kiddos in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with Marnie's great recommendations, don't forget...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompost Stew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Mary McKenna Siddals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Is Our World\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Emily Sollinger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeas on Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Todd H. Doodler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFancy Nancy: Every Day is Earth Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jane O'Connor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Earth and I\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Frank Asch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145048601,"sku":"A3101","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earthbookforchildren.jpg?v=1522781936"},{"product_id":"mixed-media-earth-day-print-a2457","title":"Mixed Media Earth Day Print","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3880 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Mixed-Media-Art.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Lesson and Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mumpaintslives.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome mixed media project that Himadri over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mumpaintslives.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/this-is-my-forest.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMum Paints Lives\u003c\/a\u003e did for World Environment Day (June 5th) with her little one! Paired with a lesson on appreciating our forests, we think this would also be a great project for Earth Day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4037-art1st0153-watercolor-pad-11-x-14.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWatercolor paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-610-sargent-art0174-watercolor-magic0174.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlue watercolor paint\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1397-crayola0174-watercolor-pencils-12-color-set.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epencils\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1786-tapered-water-color-brush-716-long-size-2-set-of-6.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e {optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-819-sunworks0174-construction-paper-12-x-18-dark-green.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled cardboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1793-kleencut-kids-scissors-classpack-blunt.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled wood shavings and nut shells (dyed green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled bottle tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the fact that Himadri used a combination of natural and recycled materials, we absolutely love the different textures she used!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project instructions and picture tutorial, be sure to visit Mum Paints Lives!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-14077\/mixed-media-earth-day-print\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view the suggested products for this project\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145343513,"sku":"A2457","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Mixed-Media-Art.jpg?v=1522781938"},{"product_id":"spring-science-3-fun-seed-trays-a4064","title":"Spring Science - 3 Fun Seed Trays","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat better way is there to celebrate Earth Day than actually getting your hands on soil and seeds? Whether you're looking for some fun hands-on activities for next Monday or are in need of a few extras for your spring gardening unit, check out these great activity tray ideas that offer your students an opportunity to explore seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3032 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fantasticfunandlearning.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Sorting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Provided with a bowl of seeds, small flower pots, and transferring tools like tweezers, scoops, etc. - invite your kiddos to sort the seeds by kind into the pots. Great for fine motor building and seed exploration, you can find all of the details at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fantasticfunandlearning.com\/fine-motor-and-sortingseed-tray.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFantastic Fun \u0026amp; Learning\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3033 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fantasticfunandlearning.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Have your kiddos try their hand at planting their own seeds! Armed with cotton balls, radish seeds, water, and a plastic Ziploc bag, have your preschoolers practice planting. Shaunna over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fantasticfunandlearning.com\/starting-seeds-with-kids.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFantastic Fun \u0026amp; Learning\u003c\/a\u003e shares how she and her kiddos arranged their newly planted seeds in a sunny place and were able to see sprouts within 24 hours! Be sure to check out their full post - including planting directions - for the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3034 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegoldengleam.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Matching.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Provide your kiddos with a bowl of seeds and seed drawings, inviting them to sort the seeds to the appropriate seed drawing. Another great, hands-on way for your preschoolers to explore actual seeds, handling and sorting the seeds also offers a great fine motor building exercise. Check out the full lesson idea at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thegoldengleam.com\/2012\/04\/seed-matching-free-printables.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Golden Gleam\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe awesome activity trays are sure to get your Earth Day and\/or spring garden unit off to a great start!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183190553,"sku":"A4064","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seed-Activity-Tray-1.jpg?v=1522782167"},{"product_id":"recycling-find-tally-graphing-activity-a3250","title":"Recycling Find \u0026 Tally Graphing Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2956\" alt=\"Earth Day Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Tally-and-Graphing-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fantasticfirstgradefroggies.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this great Earth Day math activity from Renee over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fantasticfirstgradefroggies.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/whats-new-wednesday_20.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFantastic First Grade Froggies\u003c\/a\u003e! While it feels more like a game, your kinders will actually be building visual discrimination, counting, and graphing skills! Provided with a worksheet reminiscent of popular seek and find books (and with a cutesy recycling theme that's perfect for Earth Day!), invite your kiddos to find, count, and tally the number of each item on the sheet. Once they've collected all of the data, students can then graph the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRenee actually provides this exact math center in her Earth Day packet at Teachers Pay Teachers! We highly recommend checking out this exercise, as well as the other fantastic activities she created for Earth Day\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183256089,"sku":"A3250","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Tally-and-Graphing-Activity.jpg?v=1522782167"},{"product_id":"14-childrens-books-for-earth-day-a4065","title":"14 Children's Books for Earth Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarth Day is fast approaching and, since colorful picture books offer a great opportunity for your preschoolers to learn about our planet and how we can do our part to take care of it, you might consider incorporating a few new titles in your story time line-up and\/or classroom library! Whether you set them out for your kiddos to explore independently or enjoy the stories as a class, here are a few selections that you and your preschoolers might enjoy...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3040\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-001.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Earth Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Todd Parr\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3041\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-002.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompost Stew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Mary McKenna Siddals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3042\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-003.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Is Our World\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Emily Sollinger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3043\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-004.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeas on Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Todd H. 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src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-007.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSofia's Dream\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Land Wilson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3047\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-008.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does it Mean to Be Green?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Rana DiOrio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3048\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-009.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat If Everybody Did That?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Ellen 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Good Recyclers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Lauren Child\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you and your kiddos enjoy exploring these Earth Day selections together!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183387161,"sku":"A4065","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids-001.jpg?v=1522782168"},{"product_id":"gardening-fun-with-earthworms-a3251","title":"Gardening Fun with Earthworms!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2964\" alt=\"Earth Day Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Worm-Habitat-Kindergarten-Science.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 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While they may seem small and insignificant, worms play an important role in creating rich soil and promoting plant growth. Not only do they eat soil, leaving behind nutrients that aid in plant growth, their tunneling also aerates the soil which helps plants get the oxygen they need to grow!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYucky Worms!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore creating your own habitat to observe these amazing creatures, you might consider checking out these cute books and resources. Your students are sure to be amazed at how busy these little worms are beneath the surface!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2962\" alt=\"Earth Day Books for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Books-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYucky Worms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Vivian French\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Wigglers: Earthworms in Your Backyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Nancy Loewen\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Earthworm's Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by John Himmelman\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiggling Worms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e at Work by Wendy Pfeffer\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWonderful Worms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Linda Glaser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider checking out this graphic from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lawncare.net\/earthworms\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLawnCare.net\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2963\" alt=\"Earth Day Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/a0146fcd640a7e85a3f5493025aa7fff.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lawncare.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEarthworm Habitats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, after you've learned about these amazing creatures, an earthworm habitat will allow you to see the work of earthworms up close! Be sure to visit We-Made-That.com for lots of tips and a fabulous picture tutorial. Not only are the items simple enough to find at home and the habitat easy enough to assemble, we're certain that this project will also be a hit with your kinders! As Tracy and her little ones found out, it might be hard for your kiddos to part with these 'pets'!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183485465,"sku":"A3251","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Worm-Habitat-Kindergarten-Science.jpg?v=1522782168"},{"product_id":"can-you-recycle-it-can-you-reuse-it-a4066","title":"Can You Recycle It? Can You Reuse It?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3058\" alt=\"Earth Day Recycling Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/recycle-collage.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: moffattgirls.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHappy Earth Day!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarth Day provides a great opportunity to foster awareness of the things families in your community - and even your preschoolers! - can do to take care of our Earth. From conservation to recycling, your kiddos are sure to be amazed that simply waiting to turn the faucet on until \u003cem\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e they've lathered their hands with soap, turning off the water while brushing their teeth, or recycling their milk cartons instead of throwing them away can make a big difference!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn honor of 'Recycling Day' (which makes it a great pick for Earth Day, as well!), Annie Moffatt of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/national-recycling-day-and-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e created this fabulous sorting activity that will help your students become acquainted with every day items that can be recycled or reused! Begin by having your kiddos cut and sort the pictures into the proper column - \"Recyclable\" v. \"Not Recyclable\". Then, as a class, check their work and discuss why these items may or may not be recyclable, other uses that might be found for items that are not recyclable, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo pick up your own FREE copy of this colorful Earth Day activity, be sure to visit The Moffatt Girls!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183747609,"sku":"A4066","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/recycle-collage.jpg?v=1522782170"},{"product_id":"recycling-planting-earth-day-project-a3252","title":"Recycling \u0026 Planting Earth Day Project","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2973\" alt=\"Earth Day or Gardening Themed Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Earth-Day-Recycling-and-Planting-Project.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lindycottagehill.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappy Earth Day!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're considering planting seedlings as a class Earth Day project or wish to include such a project into your gardening unit, might we suggest using these newspaper pots! Not only are they great for growing - allowing easy transfer when the seedlings are ready for planting in the garden, flower bed, or pot - they also offer an opportunity to recycle old newsprint, showing students how old items can be put to good use and given a new purpose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few notes...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eBe sure to visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lindycottagehill.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/recycled-newspaper-pots_19.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCottage Hill\u003c\/a\u003e for the newspaper pot tutorial! They can be made simply with newsprint, a can of soup, and tape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe've heard that radish seeds grow quickly. These or any other quick sprouting seed would make a fine choice for a project like this, especially when tackling it with little ones!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you and your kiddos will have fun with this project!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183813145,"sku":"A3252","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Earth-Day-Recycling-and-Planting-Project.jpg?v=1522782170"},{"product_id":"diy-pretend-play-recycling-center-a3253","title":"DIY Pretend Play Recycling Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2978 \" alt=\"DIY Earth Day Recycling Pretend Play Center and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Pretend-Play-Recycling-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: handmadecharlotte.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow fabulous is this pretend play recycling center put together by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.handmadecharlotte.com\/diy-recycled-art-supply-station-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHand­made Char­lotte\u003c\/a\u003e?! Great for recycling awareness and practice in the wake of Earth Day, we love that this pretend play center provides a great way to expose your kiddos to the various items that can be recycled and hands-on sorting practice, as well as their own little workshop for repurposing the recycled pieces into useful items!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCereal box jet packs. Juice box boats. Oatmeal can submarines. Bottle top bugs. Cardboard box cities and rocket ships. You name it! With recycled materials and access to items from the craft closet, we're sure your kiddos imaginations will run wild!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor tips on creating your own recycling center, be sure to visit Handmade Charlotte!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183911449,"sku":"A3253","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DIY-Pretend-Play-Recycling-Center.jpg?v=1522782171"},{"product_id":"counting-with-recycled-natural-materials-a4067","title":"Counting with Recycled\/Natural Materials","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3064\" alt=\"Recycled Counting Activity and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Recycled-Counting-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: montessorionabudget.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wake of Earth Day we thought it might be nice to continue the recycling theme. We found this great counting activity over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/montessorionabudget.blogspot.com\/2009\/07\/diy-spindle-box.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMontessori On A Budget\u003c\/a\u003e and loved that it incorporated both recycled and natural materials! Simple to put together, the activity board is created from recycled cardboard and labeled paper rolls, and the counting manipulatives are sticks collected from the yard! To complete the exercise, invite your kiddos to identify the numeral on each paper roll and count out the correct number of sticks to place inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStocking your classroom - whether it be art materials, math manipulatives, etc. - doesn't have to be expensive if you can find ways to recycle and repurpose!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183944217,"sku":"A4067","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Recycled-Counting-Activity.jpg?v=1522782171"},{"product_id":"30-spring-word-wall-words-a7477","title":"30 Spring Word Wall Words","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis set of 30 spring themed word wall words is perfect to use in your literacy center, as a matching game, and so much more! It will work great in the classroom or an at-home study space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection you will find 30 spring themed words. Words included are: umbrella, rain, puddle, windy, rainbow, St. Patrick's Day, pot of gold, shamrock, leprechaun, hat, Easter, bunny, eggs, chicks, basket, Earth Day, recycle, Earth, clean up, planting, garden, plants, seeds, tools, grass, flowers, bee, butterfly, bird, and sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734226804761,"sku":"A7477","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spring_20Word_20Wall_20words-Blog.jpg?v=1526497683"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/recycle-collage.jpg?v=1530027906","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/earth-day-lesson-plans\/subject-math.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}