{"title":"Easter Crafts","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pre-spring-break-party-a1866","title":"‘Pre-Spring Break’ Party","description":"\u003cp\u003eEaster comes at a unique time of year. Not only does it herald in the spring, most schools are gearing up for a week off school with their family and friends. Since your students’ will most likely be occupied with thoughts of the coming vacation, plan a fun ‘pre-spring break’ party for your classroom. Simple \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom decoration\u003c\/a\u003es can be made during class craft times or created during your free periods. Provide each of your students with a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e place mat that they can decorate and laminate for the special day. Treats are always fun for classroom parties. Make a list of the things you’ll expect to use (i.e. paper products, punch, cookies, etc.), then coordinate with room mothers or send a sign-up sheet around the classroom to make sure everything is accounted for. Provide removable tabs that students can take home to their parents. Also, if sending around a sheet for students, it may be prudent to personally or have an assistant make ‘reminder calls’ to parents a few days before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the teacher, it’s nice to do something special for your students to let them know that you appreciate them too. Activity Village provides some great Easter templates that will be a hit with the kids and spice up the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-120-bulletin-board-sets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom decoration\u003c\/a\u003e. While they have originally been designed to hold and display decorated Easter eggs, they can also be used for Easter candy especially Cadbury eggs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activityvillage.co.uk\/foam_egg_cups.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFoam Egg Cups - Kids Easter Craft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734075449369,"sku":"A1866","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"easter-chicks-a1913","title":"Easter Chicks","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile a class party for Easter or spring break usually don't make the schedule, when exams are finally finished and all work has been turned in, find small ways to herald in the coming vacation with fun snacks, games, and crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Craftbits.com contributor posted this fun craft that can be used in a variety of ways. Made from vibrant seasonal colors, these chicks make great desk decorations, are large enough to hide eggs full of treats, and can be used for surprise drawings (i.e. whoever has the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5654-chart-seals-stars-multicolor.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estar sticker\u003c\/a\u003e inside receives a free homework pass, etc.)\u003cbr\u003e\n\nSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic cup (you can find orange cups at your local craft or party store)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-625-felt-sheets-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange felt\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e, or foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and white felt, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4827-array0174-card-stock-assorted-10-colors-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e, or foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e to cut a diamond and the shape of a chick's crest (the spiked feature on their head) from the yellow or orange felt. To begin creating the head of the chick, turn the plastic cup upside-down. The diamond will be folded in half and secured to the front of the cup to create the beak, while the crest will be glued to the top of the cup. Eyes should be crafted from the black and white materials, cut out, and glued above the beak. This is a simple craft that packs a lot of punch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbits.com\/project\/plastic-cup-easter-chicken\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlastic Cup Easter Chicken - DIY Craft Project Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077055001,"sku":"A1913","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"a-perfect-compliment-to-spring-a1932","title":"A Perfect Compliment to Spring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the weather has officially begun to change bringing with it more sunshine, warmth, and color, take from nature and incorporate these wonderful elements into your classroom craft time and decorations with a flower garden. Unfortunately, many teachers feel as if they need a specific reason to make a craft, so if you need to justify these beautiful spring creations, use them for your celebration of the first day of spring, Easter, or even Mother's Day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Coffee filters\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint-painting-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Water\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintbrushes\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5723-chenille-stems-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen pipe cleaners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause coffee filters soak up liquid, allowing designs and patters to diffuse into each other, you'll want to mix each dish of paint with water for the best results. For each color you should follow the approximate ratio of four parts water to one part paint. When the paint has been prepared, allow your students to start creating. Encourage them to use more than one color and to be creative with designs and patterns. Once the flowers have dried, open the filter to create a cone shape, twist the bottom into a point, and attache the pipe cleaner as a stem. These flowers look lovely in a vase or as \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board decorations\u003c\/a\u003e, and can also double as a gift for someone special!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077677593,"sku":"A1932","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"comical-bunny-hat-and-glasses-a1939","title":"Comical Bunny Hat and Glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a project that is sure to be a hit in your classroom this Easter! Posted by Busy Bee Kids Crafts, this funny bunny hat (glasses included) will be perfect for all classrooms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, make a copy of the provided templates with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e. While children should be taught to share and take turns, one template seems imprudent for a classroom of twenty-five so create a sturdy template for each group of four students.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Pink, black, and white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Pink or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5720-chenille-stems-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite chenille stems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Stapler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace the bunny ears and nose onto pink paper, the glasses on black, and the teeth onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6012-sunworks0174-construction-paper-12-x-18-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e. Use craft scissors to cut each piece out. Glue one chenille stem onto the back of each ear in order to make it 'bendable'. Form a headband from construction paper and use the stapler to hold it together. Glue the bunny 'face' together, using the glasses, nose, and teeth, then attach to the bottom of the headband. Complete the hat by gluing the ears to the top and have fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.busybeekidscrafts.com\/Funny-Bunny-Hat.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFunny Bunny Hat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077939737,"sku":"A1939","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"sunchatchers-for-vibrant-easter-decorations-a1951","title":"Sunchatchers for Vibrant Easter Decorations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe dynamic colors used in Easter and spring crafts are brilliant for adding a splash of color to dormant winter classrooms! Especially for those that have windows, creating themed suncatchers will bring your classroom decor to a whole new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3605-transparency-film-write-on-transparencies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOverhead transparencies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Glass paints or markers\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3138-paper-punches-1-hole-wmetal-catcher.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHole punch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ribbon\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nEncourage your students to design their own Easter theme. Some may choose to leave their canvas the way it is and draw a picture, fun patters and designs, or decorate using words and symbols. Other students may decide to cut their transparency into a specific shape such as an Easter egg, a flower, a bunny, or even an Easter basket. Encourage greater detail if you're working with older students. Leave the crafts to dry overnight, add a construction paper border if appropriate, and use a hole punch and ribbon to hang these masterpieces on the classroom windows. This is a wonderful activity to display through the season and a beautiful gift to take home afterward!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activityvillage.co.uk\/easter_egg_suncatcher.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEaster Egg Suncatcher - Easter Kids Craft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734078300185,"sku":"A1951","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"not-your-traditional-easter-egg-a1973","title":"Not Your Traditional Easter Egg...","description":"\u003cp\u003eTeachers are always looking for new and exciting activities to share with their class. If you're bent on creating Easter eggs with your class, but don't relish the mess it will make, here is a great craft submitted to Crafts-For-All-Seasons that your students are sure to enjoy!\n\nBecause it uses straight pins and takes patience, you should be mindful of your student's age, coordination, and skill level. Pins certainly create safety issues and for a neat, well-planned design your students will be working for close to an hour and a half, so this craft shouldn't be used with grades below middle school level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Foam egg\u003cbr\u003e\n- Straight pins (1\/2 inch)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Small and large sequins (assorted colors)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Clear seed beads\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ribbon\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScissors for children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great activity for students to learn about patterns and complimentary colors as they decorate their eggs with rows of sequins and ribbon. Be sure to check out the full post for informative pictures and instructions on how to create this non-traditional Easter egg!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com\/beaded-egg-craft.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeaded Egg Craft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734079021081,"sku":"A1973","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"wreaths-from-leftover-jelly-beans-a1985","title":"Wreaths From Leftover Jelly Beans","description":"\u003cp\u003eToo many jelly beans left over from Easter? Here is a great craft that will put these tasty treats to good use and provide colorful spring decoration for your classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Jelly beans!\u003cbr\u003e\n- Easter grass\u003cbr\u003e\n- Sturdy wreath frame\u003cbr\u003e\n- Spray adhesive\u003cbr\u003e\n- Clear acrylic spray \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nThis wreath can be a bit time consuming if you want your students to appreciate and employ the use of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-333-pattern-blocks.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epatterning\u003c\/a\u003e, but will be well worth the work. Use recycled cardboard boxes (e.g. cereal, cracker, etc.) to create mini-wreath frames for each of your students before beginning the activity. Set up a supply station and have your students file up in an orderly manner to collect their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e. Once everyone is seated, begin making a loop around the room with the spray adhesive. Spray each child's frame and instruct them to place their Easter grass evenly around the circle. With this completed, make another round with the glue and encourage your children to repeat the process with jelly beans. After the kids have gone home for the day, spray each wreath with clear acrylic and set out to dry. You'll have a lovely Easter memento and colorful spring-themed decorations for your walls!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734079447065,"sku":"A1985","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-april-a3722","title":"Hand Print Calendar: April","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/April-Calendar-Shot-e1291314049598.jpg\" alt=\"homemade calendar with yellow hand print chick\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\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\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApril\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the \u003cem\u003eofficial\u003c\/em\u003e first day of spring comes the end of March, it seems that the true, \u003cem\u003ephysical\u003c\/em\u003e signs of spring burst forth in April. Along with warmer temperatures and new life (and soggy rains of course!), April is also the month in which Easter is celebrated. Commemorate both of these events with a cute and quirky hand print chick on your homemade calendar!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Chick\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/April.jpg\" alt=\"april calendar featuring hand print chick\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint their entire hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8262-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1258.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with yellow paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your students to press their painted hand firmly to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7187-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-pink.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epink construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a print. Continue making prints until you reach the number of desired chicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1259.jpg\" alt=\"Two yellow hand prints on pink construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, use a black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarker\u003c\/a\u003e to create eyes, feet, and the outline of wings. Add a small fingerprint of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e to create a beak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1268.jpg\" alt=\"yellow hand print chickens on pink construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaby Chick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeck, peck, peck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the warm, brown egg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOut comes a neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOut comes a leg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow does a chick,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho's not been about,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover the trick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf how to get out?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint the poem onto card stock and invite your students to mount it on the left side of their calendar page (opposite the chicks). Not only are chicks a great representation of Easter, they also help symbolize the growth and new life of spring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097797145,"sku":"A3722","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/April-Calendar-Shot-e1291314049598.jpg?v=1522781657"},{"product_id":"magic-easter-egg-crayon-resist-a2293","title":"Magic - Easter - Egg Crayon Resist","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.classifiedmom.com\/2011\/03\/kids-craft-tie-die-easter-eggs-crayon.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tie-dye-egg4.jpg\" alt=\"tie dye spring easter egg craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Classifed: Mom\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're getting your Easter crafts together for next month or looking for a fun way to teach your students about spring and new life, this beautiful egg crayon resist craft from Aimee at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.classifiedmom.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassified: Mom\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to provide your students with a new sensory art experience and produce \u003cem\u003edarling\u003c\/em\u003e classroom decorations for the season! {Oh, and your students will \u003cem\u003ealso\u003c\/em\u003e strengthen fine motor skills along the way!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-846-finger-paint-watercolor-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewatercolor paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood coloring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bottle with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWax paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids safety scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students trace and cut a large egg cutout from their piece of white craft or watercolor paper. With white crayons, have students decorate the cutout with a fun message, lines, dots, squiggles, doodles, etc. These images will, of course, be 'undetectable' to the naked eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the 'magic' comes in. Covering the desk with wax paper {to protect it and collect extra water}, invite your students to take turns using the food coloring vials to place dots of color on their egg. When satisfied with the assortment and placement of color, have them take turns spritzing their eggs with water. Not only will they be amazed at how the colors swirl and bleed throughout the paper, they'll be delighted to find that their secret message, doodle, or design is now visible!\n\u003cstrong\u003e\nConsiderations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students create the same craft, but on a smaller scale, using coffee filters. Invite them to create several different eggs {it might be fun to throw in a lesson on color theory; asking students to find and create an egg using the right mixture of primary colors to create a certain secondary color or inviting students to create \"cool\" or \"warm\" color eggs}. These eggs can then be strung together to create a festive spring garland or bulletin board border! You could also add them to a larger picture of an Easter basket {with fun Easter grass accents!} or egg carton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstitute liquid water colors for food coloring. Invite your students to observe any differences {if any!} in the resulting eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a fun learning game, scripting sight words {or whatever you're currently learning!} onto the paper with white crayon. As the student 'uncovers' the word, have them identify and trace it with a marker! This process can work for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e subject or lesson. Or, you might also consider completing the exercise 'just for fun' - having students write secret messages back and forth, building fine motor skills, providing printing practice, and strengthening reading skills as they play!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.classifiedmom.com\/2011\/03\/kids-craft-tie-die-easter-eggs-crayon.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\nClassified: Mom: Kid's Craft- Tie-Die Easter Eggs Crayon Resist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106284057,"sku":"A2293","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/tie-dye-egg4.jpg?v=1522781708"},{"product_id":"homemade-spring-puffy-paint-a2295","title":"Homemade - Spring! - Puffy Paint","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.melissagoodsell.typepad.com\/day_to_day\/2008\/01\/holiday-activit.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/puffy-paint.jpg\" alt=\"diy homemade puffy paint for kids crafts\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: One Crafty Mumma\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast summer, Cindy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.skiptomylou.org\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSkip To My Lou\u003c\/a\u003e sponsored a craft camp running for \u003cem\u003e30 days\u003c\/em\u003e and featuring \u003cem\u003e30 bloggers\u003c\/em\u003e with a unique craft to share {that's \u003cem\u003e30 crafts\u003c\/em\u003e in all!}. Perusing the archives, we found this great recipe for homemade puffy paint from Melissa at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.melissagoodsell.typepad.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOne Crafty Mumma\u003c\/a\u003e that seems just perfect for spring crafting! Here are a few ways we'd suggest incorporating this fun art material into your craft time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuffy Paint \u0026amp; Unique Utensils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a variety of colors to experiment with, have your child(ren) or students explore the painting process with different painting tools:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ-tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic condiment bottles {can be found inexpensively at Walmart}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious sizes and styles of paint brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint scrapers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiping bags with various tips {like those used to ice cookies or cakes}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToothpicks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students decorate Easter egg cutouts to use as a classroom border, garland, or picture accent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to add \"texture\" and dimension to various spring animal drawings or cutouts - creating vibrant yellow feathered chicks, wooly lambs, furry bunnies, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign a beautiful spring garden of puffy flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students study, research, then draw their favorite insect using the puffy paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor some messy fun, provide students with a tray and, creating blobs of paint, see how many they can 'stack' on top of each other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the puffy paint recipe, be sure to visit Melissa's full post at One Crafty Mumma!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.melissagoodsell.typepad.com\/day_to_day\/2008\/01\/holiday-activit.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDay to Day: Holiday activity - puff paint in the microwave\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106939417,"sku":"A2295","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/puffy-paint.jpg?v=1522781712"},{"product_id":"sensory-texture-easter-eggs-a2299","title":"Sensory Texture Easter Eggs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.gummylump.com\/2011\/03\/textured-easter-eggs-sensory-art-kids.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/texture-easter-eggs.jpg\" alt=\"sensory texture spring easter egg craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: GummyLump.com Blog\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these FANTASTIC sensory texture eggs at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.gummylump.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGummyLump.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Perfect for the early childhood classroom, these fancy crafts are sure to be a big hit in any spring or Easter lesson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Supplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEgg cutout template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoam sheets with adhesive backing {or you could use regular foam sheets or cardboard with glue and paint brushes}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdding texture to your egg...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGummyLump.com suggests three options - colored cotton balls {they share a tutorial for making your own \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.gummylump.com\/2011\/03\/cotton-ball-coloration-preschool-kids.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e}, multicolored buttons of various shapes and sizes, and colorful spiraled chenille stems. You might also consider using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft feathers of various colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored, scented rice {find a tutorial here from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/01\/making-colorful-and-scented-rice-for-preschool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored uncooked pasta {find a tutorial here from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teaching-tiny-tots.com\/toddler-math-colored-pasta.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching-Tiny-Tots\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaking sprinkles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored sand, sugar, or salt {find a tutorial for colored sugar here from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thebakingpan.com\/Baking_Basics\/coloredsugar.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTheBakingPan\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored candies {M\u0026amp;Ms, Skittles, gumdrops, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful crayon shavings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk flower petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful curled ribbon pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list could go on and on! It might be fun to invite your \u003cem\u003estudents\u003c\/em\u003e to come up with a texture to explore as well... Whatever you use, you're certain to have fun creating these awesome spring eggs! Be sure to check out the original post for directions and pictures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.gummylump.com\/2011\/03\/textured-easter-eggs-sensory-art-kids.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGummyLump.com Blog: Texture Easter Eggs Sensory Art!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107725849,"sku":"A2299","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/texture-easter-eggs.jpg?v=1522781716"},{"product_id":"grade-a-students-spring-easter-bulletin-board-a1119","title":"\"Grade A\" Students - Spring \u0026 Easter Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1207  \" title=\"gradeA\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gradeA.jpg\" alt=\"Spring April Easter Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun spring or Easter bulletin board? We found this 'egg-cellent' theme at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.musicbulletinboards.net\/brag.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for the Music Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e. While it was originally designed for the music classroom {as the name of the site alludes!}, it would certainly compliment \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e early childhood classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEaster Chick Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original creator used simple chicken cutouts, inviting her students to script their names onto them, and arranging them around the board. You might also consider one of these Easter chick crafts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students create a construction paper \u0026amp; feather chick like this one at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/michellesjournalcorner.blogspot.com\/2009\/03\/baby-chick-kids-craft_10.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMuffin Tin Mom\u003c\/a\u003e. Instead of paper circles, you might also consider using paper plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse this chick template, inviting your students to make a chick from foam sheets like this project at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/easter\/foam-egg-chick.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate hand print chicks like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activityvillage.co.uk\/handprint_chicks.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eActivity Village\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.crafty-crafted.com\/animal-crafts\/handprint-hen\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafty-Crafted\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're leaning toward an Easter theme {not just a spring theme}, consider adding Easter eggs around the board too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Grade A\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Grade A _______________ {Students, Preschoolers, etc.}!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None. You might consider cutting the cups from egg cartons and stringing them together to create a garland or adding a spring\/Easter themed border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Alternative\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider creating a large egg carton cutout on the bulletin board, 'filling' it with decorated Easter egg crafts {made by your students} and scripting your students' names on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We'd love to know how \u003c\/em\u003eyou \u003cem\u003edecorate your classroom for Easter, so be sure to leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108610585,"sku":"A1119","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/gradeA.jpg?v=1522781721"},{"product_id":"have-an-egg-cellent-easter-bulletin-board-a1126","title":"Have An Egg-cellent Easter Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Egg-cellent Easter\" alt=\"Easter Spring Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Egg-cellent-Easter.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colorful board from McKinley Early Childhood Center is perfect for celebrating Easter {and spring!} in the classroom! The colorful eggs provide an opportunity for you kiddos to help out with the design and the clever pun is, well, 'egg-cellent'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEaster Egg Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having your students complete one or more of the following projects {or just use markers and construction paper eggs like the original board!}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton and ribbon foam eggs from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thepickyapple.com\/blog\/2010\/03\/31\/simple-easter-egg-craft\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Picky Apple\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper towel Easter eggs like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theideaboxcom.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/easy-easter-egg-crafts.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eIdea Box\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster grass eggs from the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftynoodle.com\/egg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftyNoodle\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStained glass Easter eggs like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.freekidscrafts.com\/tissue_paper_easter_eggs-e299.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFree Kids Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTissue paper collage eggs like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2010\/03\/30\/lets-make-tissue-paper-easter-eggs\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarble painted eggs from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2010\/03\/29\/an-easter-egg-marble-painting\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensory texture Easter eggs like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2299\/sensory-texture-easter-eggs\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethese\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEgg-cellent Easter Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the entire board with blue background paper, layering several strips of green bulletin board paper at the bottom of the board as \"grass\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Have An Egg-cellent Easter!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bunny trimmer, complimentary solid color trimmer, or spring themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Basket. Freehand or enlarge and trace the shape of a basket onto brown background paper. To embellish the basket handle, cut a long strip of the brown bulletin board paper, twisting and crumbling it to fit the shape of the handle. For the basket weave, cut vertical slits into the front of the cutout, from top to bottom, about 1\" apart. From a lighter brown piece of construction or bulletin board paper, cut several long 1\" strips and weave these into the basket cutout using the pre-cut slits and alternating the under-over method. 2) The Eggs. Use your students' creations, placing the eggs in and around the layers of \"grass\" on the bulletin board. 3) The Sky. Create several \"fluffy\" cloud cutouts from white construction paper and a sun from yellow paper to place in the sky and complete the picture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love how colorful this display is and know that your students will love experimenting with the different Easter egg crafts! What are \u003c\/em\u003eyour\u003cem\u003e Easter decor secrets? We'd love to hear about them, so be sure to leave us a message below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109528089,"sku":"A1126","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Egg-cellent-Easter.jpg?v=1522781726"},{"product_id":"exciting-sometimes-messy-sculpture-crafts-a2308","title":"Exciting - Sometimes Messy! - Sculpture Crafts","description":"\u003cp\u003eSculpture is a great way for your kiddos to explore new art mediums, develop fine motor skills, and discover the fun of independent creation! We searched for several projects that would be perfect for you Easter crafting needs {or that could be adapted to fit the holiday} and here are several of our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2650\" title=\"sculpture-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sculpture-2.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Egg Shell Sculpture Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/messypreschoolers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe found this fantastic egg shell sculpture project at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/messypreschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/egg-shell-sculptures.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMessy Kids\u003c\/a\u003e. Your kiddos are sure to have a blast smashing, and squeezing, and positioning, and designing their egg shell, glue, and paint creations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2651\" title=\"sculpture-4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sculpture-4.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Egg Tree Sculpture Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/gracetofaith.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis next great craft comes from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gracetofaith.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/kid-craft-glitter-easter-egg-tree.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFaith Hope Love\u003c\/a\u003e via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2011\/04\/19\/easter-glitter-egg-tree\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e. Armed with small terra cotta pots and some floral foam, your kiddos can explore sculpting with natural elements, small glitter Easter eggs, and Easter grass for gorgeous holiday decorations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2649\" title=\"sculpture-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sculpture-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Fine Motor Spaghetti Sculpture Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.handsonaswegrow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor a less traditional Easter sculpture, have your kiddos try this fun, sensory project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.handsonaswegrow.com\/2011\/02\/hammering-spaghetti-flop.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHands On: As We Grow\u003c\/a\u003e. Mixed with corn syrup in pastel shades {for Easter, of course!}, the slippery cooked spaghetti noodles offer a unique tactile creating experience!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2652\" title=\"sculpture-3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sculpture-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Chenille Stem and Foam Sculpture Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/darienpsart\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe found this last sculpture craft through the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/darienpsart\/4990867030\/in\/set-72157600001949545\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDarien Public School Art Department\u003c\/a\u003e's shared photo stream on Flickr. Made from more traditional sculpture materials - foam blocks, craft paint, chenille stems, plastic buttons, etc. - provide materials in a more traditional Easter color palette, add some foam eggs or other Easter 'embellishments', and this craft is holiday-ready! You might even consider using large foam eggs instead of blocks for the base...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing these projects have in common ~ they will invite your child(ren) students to use their imaginations to explore, build, and create!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109724697,"sku":"A2308","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/sculpture-2.jpg?v=1522781727"},{"product_id":"were-a-colorful-bunch-easter-door-display-a1128","title":"We're A Colorful Bunch - Easter Classroom Door Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spring Easter Door Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/colorful-bunch.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to your holiday decor, don't forget about your door! This colorful design came from a talented teacher at McKinley Early Childhood Center. The Easter eggs make it a perfect fit for the coming holiday and its simplicity makes it easy\/non time consuming to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEaster Egg Crafts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo recreate the original board, provide your students with paper egg cutouts and markers, inviting them to make interesting designs and patterns. You might also consider including one of the following projects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint chip eggs, tie dye coffee filter eggs, or spin art eggs, which can be found \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2307\/gorgeous-egg-crafts-for-easter\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2299\/sensory-texture-easter-eggs\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSensory texture Easter eggs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster grass eggs from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftynoodle.com\/egg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftyNoodle\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTissue paper eggs from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/beehivepreschool.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/easter-egg-crafts.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Beehive Buzz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eColorful Bunch Door Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground: Yellow background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle: \"We're A Colorful Bunch!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder: None needed. Although you might consider a simple solid color trimmer to bring the board together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: 1) The Basket. Tape several pieces of brown construction paper together or cut a large piece of brown bulletin board paper, using your classroom projector system to enlarge and trace a basket onto the paper {you'll need to find a black and white clip art image online or through design software}. You could also freehand the basket if you don’t want to mess with the projector. Decorate the 'inside' of the basket cutout with colorful Easter grass and the handle with a construction paper or ribbon bow. 2) The Eggs. Arrange your students' creations around the board in clusters and inside the basket. Add some Easter grass or grass cutouts made from green construction paper under the eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[As a decoration alternative, cover the door with green background paper to represent grass, adding the \"grass\" cutouts in a lighter shade of green.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for taking the time to read our article! We'd love to hear how \u003c\/em\u003eyou\u003cem\u003e incorporate the classroom door in your decor, so be sure to leave a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109954073,"sku":"A1128","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/colorful-bunch.jpg?v=1522781729"},{"product_id":"gorgeous-egg-crafts-for-easter-a2307","title":"Gorgeous! - Egg Crafts for Easter","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince the Easter season is upon us, we've been looking for fun egg crafts you can do with your kiddos. Check out these 'egg-cellent' eggs from The Chocolate Muffin Tree's Easter \"egg-stravaganza\" - eight 'egg-citing' ideas you don't want to miss! We can't feature them all, but here are a few of our favorites {you'll have to scoot on over to Melissa's blog for the scoop and project directions!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2638\" title=\"egg-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/egg-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Coffee Filter Egg Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWith simple coffee filters, markers, and a spray bottle of water, your kiddos will have a blast making these \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/tie-dyed-coffee-filter-easter-eggs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etie dye Easter eggs\u003c\/a\u003e. Hang them on the windows, use them to decorate a bulletin board, laminate and use them as Easter party place mats ~ the options are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2639\" title=\"egg-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/egg-2.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Paper Mache Egg Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUsing glitter, art tissue paper torn into small pieces, watered down glue {or Mod Podge}, and small water balloons, invite your child(ren) or students to explore the art of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/paper-mache-easter-egg-decorations.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper mache eggs\u003c\/a\u003e! Set the finished creations in nests of Easter grass or decorative baskets, or hang them around the classroom for some added fun. You might consider stringing them up with some white Christmas lights for a unique {holiday-worthy!} effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2641\" title=\"egg-4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/egg-4.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Spin Painting Egg Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHave a salad spinner and some craft paint? Try creating these colorful \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/spin-art-easter-eggs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003espin art eggs\u003c\/a\u003e! They make great bulletin board accents, Easter garlands, or spring labels for classroom stations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2642\" title=\"egg-5\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/egg-5.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Lantern Egg Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIf you're kiddos have mastered the paper mache egg craft from above, try taking the project a step further and making them into beautiful \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/egg-shaped-lanterns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eegg shaped lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e! With a few tweaks to the crafting process, your classroom will be the talk of the hall with these festive holiday decorations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other fantastic egg ideas {paint chip eggs, marbled egg cookies, roll painting eggs, and coloring eggs naturally} and the instructions to these fantastic projects, of course, be sure to visit Melissa's full post at The Chocolate Muffin Tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thechocolatemuffintree.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/8-easter-egg-ideas-eggstravaganza.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Chocolate Muffin Tree: 8 Easter Egg Ideas: An Eggstravaganza!\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110052377,"sku":"A2307","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/egg-1.jpg?v=1522781730"},{"product_id":"beautiful-easter-egg-flower-blossoms-a2310","title":"Beautiful Easter Egg Flower Blossoms!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5639673058_3c56400b01.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Egg Flower Craft\" title=\"5639673058_3c56400b01\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2671\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/midcraftcrisis.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you need a centerpiece for the Easter table, dazzling spring\/Easter classroom decor, or a unique gift for Mother's Day, these Easter egg flower blossom from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/midcraftcrisis.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/easter-crafting.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMid-Craft Crisis\u003c\/a\u003e are the perfect fit! {Don't you just \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e versatile crafts?!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoam craft eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral wire or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-652-chenille-stems.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003echenille stems\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin ribbon in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e flower templates in various styles and sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafting paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall plastic vase or plastic drinking cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nBegin by cutting 12-inch sections of floral wire {straightening it out as much as possible}, inserting a wire piece into the bottom of each foam craft egg, and, after coating the eggs with a thin layer of glue, cover them with glitter and set aside to dry. As the eggs dry, use the flower templates to trace and cut several colorful flower cutouts from the crafting paper. Layer the cutouts {lining up the centers and ending with the biggest paper bloom on the bottom}, then use a pin to create a small hole through the center of the stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a dry egg, tying a bow of ribbon around the wire at its base, then thread the wire through the hole in the center of the flower cutouts. Do this for each glitter egg, arranging the finished \"blooms\" in a plastic vase or drinking cup covered with colorful crafting paper {with the help of some floral foam}. Add a decorative piece of ribbon around the vase and - voila! - you have a beautiful {and versatile!} spring\/Easter bouquet!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/midcraftcrisis.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/easter-crafting.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMid-Craft Crisis: Easter crafting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110281753,"sku":"A2310","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5639673058_3c56400b01.jpg?v=1522781731"},{"product_id":"drippy-crayon-artwork-a2348","title":"Drippy Crayon Artwork","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-3078\" title=\"Melted-Wax-Painting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Melted-Wax-Painting.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Melted Crayon Art Project for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove, love, LOVE this activity we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/dripping-crayon-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e! While it certainly shouldn't be done without adult supervision, it looks like it could be a total blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos will love experimenting with dripping, drawing, and swirling the melted wax on their paper. If you can get a large enough puddle of wax, consider providing small items that your students can explore pressing into the almost-dried wax to make prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some free experimentation, you might also try some guided projects...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine black construction paper with melted yellow\/white wax to create the \"night sky\" - perfect for a space theme!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with an Easter egg cutout {or another themed cutout} to decorate with lots of bright colors - works great with \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e theme!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine brightly colored wax with dark construction paper to create \"fireworks\" - a great patriotic craft for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, etc!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students explore what the melted wax looks like when dropped from different heights {i.e. splatter size, splatter direction, etc}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete a color mixing activity, dropping different colors of wax on top of each other to see what happens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your kiddos connect their wax dots {when fully dried} to create an object\/picture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the artwork into a math exercise...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample for younger students - invite your kiddos to count and circle groups of 5 dots then practice skip counting by 5s {or another focus number}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample for older students - have your students count the total number of green dots, red dots, etc., creating a frequency chart and bar graph of the results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are lots of fantastic pictures of this project at Almost Unschoolers so be sure to head on over there and check them out!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734121816089,"sku":"A2348","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Melted-Wax-Painting.jpg?v=1522781801"},{"product_id":"easter-suncatcher-craft-and-holiday-literature-selections-a3897","title":"Easter Suncatcher Craft and Holiday Literature Selections!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1684 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Suncatcher-b11.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Craft for Preschoolers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.jellyfishjelly.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with some fun Easter literature selections {see our list of favorite books below}, this Easter egg suncatcher craft from Miya Maeda of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jellyfishjelly.com\/?p=920\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJellyfish Jelly\u003c\/a\u003e would be the perfect holiday project for your preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-1293-paint-accessories.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint in assorted pastel colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2012-colossal-brushes-set-of-10-assorted-colors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3461-teacheroffice-shears-8.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellophane or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5735-spectra0174-deluxe-art-tissue0153-assortments-50-sheets-12-x-18.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart tissue paper in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-10167-economy-glue-classpack-28oz-30count-clear.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlue stick\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle hole punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5507-heavy-rug-yarn-white.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA few considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Miya offers a fabulous tutorial on her site, we had a few thoughts about the project. We love the idea of cutting an egg shape out of \u003cem\u003eboth\u003c\/em\u003e paper plates, exposing the cellophane or tissue paper on both sides, and allowing sunlight to shine through. Constructing the plates this way, whether you hang them on the window or let them dangle from the ceiling, you're sure to get vibrant color!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this craft with some fun Easter reading...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEaster Bunny's Amazing Egg Machine\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Wendy Cheyette Lewison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome for a Bunny\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Margaret Wise Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Bunny's Easter Surprise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jeanne Modesitt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Easter Egg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jan Brett\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Biggest Easter Basket Ever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Steven Kroll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappy Easter, Mouse!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Laura Numeroff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Night Before Easter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Natasha Wing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...and you'll have a fun craftivity that your preschoolers are sure to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Jellyfish Jelly for the full project tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-13007\/easter-suncatchers\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view suggested products for this project!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141870105,"sku":"A3897","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Suncatcher-b11.jpg?v=1522781917"},{"product_id":"colorful-shaving-cream-easter-eggs-a2441","title":"Colorful Shaving Cream Easter Eggs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3728  \" title=\"shavingcreamegg\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/shavingcreamegg.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Crafts for Preschoolers and Kindergarten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlewondersdays.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlewondersdays.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/shaving-cream-painted-easter-egg-cards.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Wonders' Days\u003c\/a\u003e did this shaving cream Easter egg craft with her kiddos and we thought it would make a fabulous addition to your holiday craft line-up! Every kid loves playing with shaving cream and the swirling effect provides a fun look at what happens when various colors mix together.\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-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaving cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3693-contact-paper-rolls-18-x-25-yds-clear.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClear contact paper\u003c\/a\u003e or plastic serving tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-610-sargent-art0174-watercolor-magic0174.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eliquid watercolor paint in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27392-art-craft-brush-set-ct-blister-pack.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueegee \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe love how Kelly had her little ones use plastic dinner trays, but if you don't have enough to go around, you might consider simply setting a piece of construction paper on each child's work space and covering it with clear contact paper,. While contact paper doesn't have an edge, it \u003cem\u003ewill\u003c\/em\u003e protect art surfaces and the construction paper will provide your kiddos with a defined work space.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project tutorial - and lots of other great projects - be sure to visit Little Wonders' Days!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142066713,"sku":"A2441","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/shavingcreamegg.jpg?v=1522781918"},{"product_id":"adorable-cardboard-tube-bunnies-for-easter-a2442","title":"Adorable Cardboard Tube Bunnies for Easter!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3734 \" title=\"Toilet-Paper-Roll-Bunnies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Bunnies.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Bunny Craft for Preschoolers and Kindergarten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: craftsbyamanda.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow adorable are these cardboard tube bunnies from Amanda Formaro of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftsbyamanda.com\/2011\/03\/cardboard-tube-bunny-rabbit-family.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafts by Amanda\u003c\/a\u003e?! Colorful, cute, and creatively crafted, these fun figures work fabulously for any spring and\/or Easter theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled cardboard tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3171-sargent-art0174-primary-acrylic-paints.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAcrylic craft paint in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2012-colossal-brushes-set-of-10-assorted-colors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1965-pom-pons-assorted-1-lb-bag.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMini craft pom poms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-625-felt-sheets-9-x-12.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFelt sheets in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-20336-marker-sharpie-xfine-blk.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack permanent marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3461-teacheroffice-shears-8.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4882-low-temp-glue-gun.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLow temp glue gun\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmanda has put together a fanTAStic tutorial over at her site with all the specifics ~ even including the paint colors she used and dimensions for all the pieces needed to assemble the bunnies! Use the finished products to retell your favorite bunny stories, add the colorful figures to your Easter themed sensory bin for students to use during free play, or simply set them on your desk for a fabulously festive holiday decoration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnce you visit her blog, we won't have to work too hard convince you to look around. Amanda is one crafty lady and we \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eknow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e you'll find tons of other projects to put in your inspiration folder!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-12991\/cardboard-tube-bunnies\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view suggested products for this project!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142132249,"sku":"A2442","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Bunnies.jpg?v=1522781918"},{"product_id":"easter-craftivity-the-life-cycle-of-a-chicken-a3088","title":"Easter Craftivity - The Life Cycle of a Chicken","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1655\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-of-a-Chicken.jpg\" alt=\"Easter and Spring Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: iheartcraftythings.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbig\u003eHappy Spring!\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e So many great things come with spring - Easter, spring break, flowers, rain, and lots more! Spring also offers a great chance to talk with your kinders about life cycles. Check out this fun lesson idea from Rachel over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/iheartcraftythings.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/life-cycle-of-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Heart Crafty Things\u003c\/a\u003e - it's super colorful, will appeal to your kiddos crafty side, and is a great way to introduce the concept in a unique way!\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-4738-finger-paint-paper-11-x-16-50-sheets.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown paper bag\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\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6467-prang-fun-pro-watercolor-markers-8-classic-colors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack, yellow, and orange marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3321-wiggle-eyesblack-15mm.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5996-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-orange.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8252-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-red.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRed tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge and small egg shape templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this fabulous craft with some fun literature - see Rachel's blog for some suggestions - and your kiddos are sure to have a blast learning about the different stages of life\/growth of a chicken!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson idea, be sure to visit I Heart Crafty Things!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-13156\/the-life-cycle-of-a-chicken-craftivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view suggested products for this craftivity!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142459929,"sku":"A3088","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Life-Cycle-of-a-Chicken.jpg?v=1522781920"},{"product_id":"easter-craftivity-the-life-cycle-of-a-butterfly-a3089","title":"Easter Craftivity - The Life Cycle of a Butterfly","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpring and Easter are about renewal, metamorphosis, and new life. That's why the season offers a great opportunity for introducing life cycles - stages of growth - to your kinders. Yesterday we featured a fun craft\/lesson that worked through the life cycle of a chicken. Today we found several cute ideas that will have your kiddos learning about the life cycle of a butterfly.\n\nAs you talk about the different stages of growth, your kiddos will practice putting various events in order {perhaps using sequencing words like first, next, then, last, etc.} and will expand their vocabulary as you discuss what metamorphosis means and what a chrysallis is. We \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the idea of modeling the life cycle of a butterfly with pasta! Here are some fabulous ideas for creating your own...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1662   aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.somewhatsimple.com\/2010\/06\/monarch-butterflies.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSomewhat Simple\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1663 aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dressesandmesses.wordpress.com\/2009\/04\/14\/pasta-butterfly-lifecycle\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDresses 'n Messes\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-2.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/0910prekb.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/life-cycle-pasta-project.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Crain and Mrs. Robeano's Pre-K Class\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1665  aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.drjean.org\/html\/monthly_act\/act_2006\/04_Apr\/pg02.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDr. Jean\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, while there's no picture, Mandy Wallace over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lessons.atozteacherstuff.com\/332\/life-cycle-of-a-butterfly-pasta-activity\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e suggests using an actual butterfly cutout - divided into four sections - to display your noodle life cycle model!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142558233,"sku":"A3089","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-2.jpg?v=1522781921"},{"product_id":"spring-unit-fun-with-birds-a3900","title":"Spring Unit - Fun with Birds!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1702  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/436405956_b48c3b9b82_b.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2007 greenacre8, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of my favorite signs of spring is the return of the birds that have migrated south for the winter. To get in the spirit of spring, we found this cute bird lesson from Amanda over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/naturallychicmama.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/learning-at-home-birds.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNaturally Chic Mama\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would make a great addition to your lesson plans! While you'll have to visit her blog for the full list of activities, here are a few of our favorites...\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCookies...they're for the birds!\u003c\/em\u003e We love that Amanda and her boys made cookies for the birds! This can be a super fun activity to do with your preschoolers. Talk about what birds like to eat, then have them help you mix and form cookies from the dough. You'll have to tote them home to bake, but your kiddos will be delighted to find the perfect tree placement for their gift to the birds!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBird watching.\u003c\/em\u003e With your treats ready and waiting, take time each day to observe the wildlife\/birds your offerings attract. Talk about the qualities of a good bird watcher - ability to be quiet, ability to use binoculars properly, knowledge of birds in the area, etc. Arm your kiddos with their bird watching tools - binoculars and a flip book of the most popular birds in your area - and head out. You might consider having your students keep track of all their findings in their science journals. Each day, have them draw\/record how much of their bird cookies are left, the number of birds they observed, if they saw any other animals, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor literature suggestions, a great craft, the recipe for bird cookies, and lots of other great lesson ideas - be sure to visit Naturally Chic Mama!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142623769,"sku":"A3900","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/436405956_b48c3b9b82_b.jpg?v=1522781921"},{"product_id":"christian-easter-craft-jelly-bean-prayer-cross-a2447","title":"Christian Easter Craft - Jelly Bean Prayer Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3797\" alt=\"Christian Easter Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Jelly-Bean-Prayer-Cross.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those of you who teach at private Christian schools or at your church, here's a beautiful Easter craft that, not only provides your kiddos with something fun to do, but reminds them of the reason for the holiday! We've included Free templates to print of the poem that is pictured above, along with a download of a blank cross to create your own version.\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-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e cross cutouts {with the poem printed or scripted onto them}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJelly beans in assorted colors - red, green, yellow, orange, black, white, purple, and pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite school glue\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaired with a retelling of the first Easter, read from a children's Bible or a children's book {see our selections below}, this is sure to be a memorable craft - not just for Easter, but a great reminder for the whole year!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Easter Literature Selections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe First Easter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Carol Heyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story of Easter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Patricia A. Pingry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Easter Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Patricia A. Pingry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very First Easter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Paul A. Maier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Bob Hartman {select a few stories to read}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003eFree Printables\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Prayer Cross with Poem\" alt=\"Free Printable Prayer Cross with Poem\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/JellyBeanPrayerCross-reg.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Prayer Cross with Poem Bold\" alt=\"Free Printable Prayer Cross with Poem Bold\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/JellyBeanPrayerCross-Bold%20font.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Inset Poem\" alt=\"Free Printable Inset Poem\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/JellyBeanPrayerCross-insetPoem.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Blank Cross\" alt=\"Free Printable Blank Cross\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/JellyBeanPrayerCross-blank.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734142918681,"sku":"A2447","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Jelly-Bean-Prayer-Cross.jpg?v=1522781923"},{"product_id":"hatching-up-to-second-easter-and-end-of-the-year-bulletin-board-a1306","title":"Hatching Up To Second - Easter and End of the Year Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3616\" title=\"Hatching-Up-To-Second\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hatching-Up-To-Second.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Kindergarten Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: firstgradeblueskies.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst grade teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgradeblueskies.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/bulletin-board-linky-party.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJennifer White\u003c\/a\u003e, makes \u003cem\u003eus\u003c\/em\u003e want to go back to elementary school! Her brilliantly designed and vibrantly colorful displays make the classroom come alive, creating an engaging learning environment for her kiddos. In our search for fun Easter bulletin boards, we ran across several more of her designs and thought another feature was in order! Perfect for the spring season, this colorful chick bulletin board is a great way to add a festive touch to your room for the Easter holiday and recognize your kiddos' accomplishment as the year comes to a close - soon they'll be moving up! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePaper Plate Easter Chicks\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will this bulletin board look great on your wall - it also provides your kiddos with a chance to get involved! Model your Easter chick crafts after the original craft, or check out these fun alternatives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3613\" title=\"PaperPlateChick-Making-Learning-Fun\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/PaperPlateChick-Making-Learning-Fun.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Chick Kids Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eJust Hatched Baby Chick Craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/PaperPlateBabyChick.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3614\" title=\"PaperPlateChick-Roots-And-Wings\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/PaperPlateChick-Roots-And-Wings.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Chick Kids Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: rootsandwingsco.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePainted Paper Plate Chick from Anjeanette at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/rootsandwingsco.blogspot.com\/2009\/03\/paper-plate-easter-wall-hanging.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRootsAndWingsCo\u003c\/a\u003e\n[NOTE: The chick is part of a super cute wall hanging!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3615\" title=\"PaperPlateChick-See-What-We-Did\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/PaperPlateChick-See-What-We-Did.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Chick Kids Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: seewhatwedidtoday.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEaster Grass Plate Chick from Kyrstin of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seewhatwedidtoday.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/easter-grass-chick.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSee What We Did Today\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHatching Up To Second Easter\/End of the Year Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Violet bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Hatching Up To Second Grade!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Egg. Create a cracked egg shell cutout from white bulletin board paper. 2) The Chicks. Use your students' crafts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143082521,"sku":"A1306","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hatching-Up-To-Second.jpg?v=1522781924"},{"product_id":"spring-paper-plate-crafts-a2449","title":"Spring Paper Plate Crafts!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt always amazes us what crafty people can do with a simple paper plate! We've been stumbling across super adorable paper plate crafts lately and thought we'd put together a spring showcase to share our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3815 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Bunny-Basket.jpg\" alt=\"Easter and Spring Paper Plate Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thesimplethink.co.cc\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Bunny Basket via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thesimplethink.co.cc\/2011\/01\/crafts-for-kids-bunny-basket-craft.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUnique Craft Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3816\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Chick.jpg\" alt=\"Paper Plate Easter Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: blog.thenest.ie\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Easter Chick via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.thenest.ie\/2010\/04\/03\/michaels-easter-chicken-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Nest\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3817\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Basket.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Paper Plate Crafts for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sassysites.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Easter Basket via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sassysites.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/homemade-easter-baskets.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSassy Sites!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3818 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Rainbows.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Weather Paper Plate Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makeandtakes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Rainbows via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makeandtakes.com\/painting-a-few-rainbow-for-spring\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMake and Takes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3819 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Sun.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Weather Paper Plate Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Sun via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/paper-plate-sun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3820 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Butterfly.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Butterfly Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tlc.howstuffworks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Butterfly via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tlc.howstuffworks.com\/family\/butterfly-crafts9.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTLC Family\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3821\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Bird-Nest.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Birds Paper Plate Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: parents.com | Jay Wilde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Baby Bird Nest via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.parents.com\/fun\/arts-crafts\/kid\/crafts-made-from-paper-plates-cups\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eParents.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3822\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Flower.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Flower Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003ePaper Plate Sunflower via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/paper-plate-sunflower.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a \u003c\/em\u003efew\u003cem\u003e of the awesome spring themed paper plate crafts out there! Be sure to check out the tutorials and, while you're there, look around. These crafts come from great sites and we're certain you'll find more inspiration!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143180825,"sku":"A2449","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Bunny-Basket.jpg?v=1522781925"},{"product_id":"bubble-wrap-printed-easter-eggs-a2448","title":"Bubble Wrap Printed Easter Eggs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3807\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bubble-Wrap-Easter-Eggs.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Crafts for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eMy kiddos had a fantastic time creating these bubble wrap printed eggs for Easter! To streamline the process, I covered the entire table with 2 sizes of bubble wrap, provided my little artists with paint shirts, palettes of paint, and paint brushes, and let them go to town! I just love the colors and the different size prints. I think the eggs turned out great!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubble wrap in assorted sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e Easter egg cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted Easter colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For extra fun, provide students with glitter to dust over the wet paint. You might even invite them to add colorful, shaped buttons or other craft embellishments.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo add a fine motor component, invite your students to cut their own eggs! We hope you have a wonderful Easter and, if you try out this project, we'd love to hear how it goes!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143213593,"sku":"A2448","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bubble-Wrap-Easter-Eggs.jpg?v=1522781925"},{"product_id":"egg-carton-easter-chick-craft-amp-treat-box-a2452","title":"Egg Carton Easter Chick Craft \u0026amp; Treat Box!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3854\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Egg-Carton-Chick.jpg\" alt=\"Recyled Easter Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eYes, Easter is literally right around the corner, but we simply couldn't pass up these utterly adorable egg carton chicks designed and created by Jeromina Juan of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/paperplateandplane.wordpress.com\/2011\/03\/19\/easter-egg-carton-chicks\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaper, Plate, and Plane\u003c\/a\u003e! Aren't they just the cutest?! We suggest snatching some of the cartons from your family egg decorating party - we know your kiddos will adore the resulting craft and treat box!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled paper egg cartons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8250-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-yellow.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2012-colossal-brushes-set-of-10-assorted-colors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaint brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5996-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-orange.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6000-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-20336-marker-sharpie-xfine-blk.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack Sharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJermonina provides a fabulous picture tutorial over at her blog! If you don't have the time to incorporate these lovely {and tasty!} chicks into your Easter plans, be sure to put this in your inspiration folder for next year!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-13689\/egg-carton-easter-chick\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view the suggested products for this Easter craft!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143934489,"sku":"A2452","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Egg-Carton-Chick.jpg?v=1522781930"},{"product_id":"60-egg-activities-for-kids-a3908","title":"60 Egg Activities for Kids!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1988 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/60-egg-activities.005-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Crafts for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tinkerlab.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow awesome is this?! Rachelle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tinkerlab.com\/2012\/03\/60-egg-activities-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTinkerLab\u003c\/a\u003e compiled this fabulous list of egg decorating ideas, things you can do with plastic eggs, Easter games, crafts, science projects, and more ~ and we think this \"ginormous list of kid-friendly egg activities for Easter and Easter Egg Hunts\" {as described by Rachelle!} is quite timely! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for use at home or in the classroom, we love that there is such a variety of ideas to choose from. Our favorites...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster Egg-speriments from Paint Cut Paste. Jen talks about all the different methods she and her daughter used to color Easter eggs! Seriously, we never knew there were SO many ways to decorate an Easter egg!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFancy Shaker Eggs from Mama Smiles. MaryAnn created an assortment of vibrant plastic egg shakers - filling them with different materials to create a variety of sounds - for the kiddos to explore. They're just beautiful and would make a great addition to any early learning environment!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrack Open the Egg and Paint from Teach Preschool. Deborah decided to give her preschoolers a unique painting experience, filling plastic eggs with watered down paint, and inviting students to \"crack them\" over a piece of paper for a fun splatter effect! She actually details 3 different ways to paint with the plastic Easter eggs and we know your kiddos will love them all!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just three of the fabulous ideas we found over at Tinker Lab. Be sure to visit Rachelle's Easter showcase for the links to these projects and check out the other \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e57\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Easter craft\/activity ideas!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you have a wonderful Easter!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144098329,"sku":"A3908","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/60-egg-activities.005-600x400.jpg?v=1522781931"},{"product_id":"easter-bunny-application-a3914","title":"Easter Bunny Application","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2024 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Bunny-Application.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pattonspatch.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's one for the inspiration folder for next year! Aren't these Easter Bunny applications from Colleen over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pattonspatch.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/easter-bunny-applications.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Patton's Patch\u003c\/a\u003e simply adorable? She found the printable application over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/hop-and-easter-bunny-application.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome to Room 36\u003c\/a\u003e {for FREE} and we know your preschoolers will love answering the cutesy questions - what would make them a good Easter Bunny, what their favorite jelly bean flavor is, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love that Mrs. Patton didn't stop at the application. She had her students mount their applications onto pink construction paper and add a photo of themselves as the Easter Bunny! When lined up, the applications turned into an adorable display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis one is a 'don't miss'! Be sure to head over to Mrs. Patton's Patch to see her cutesy Easter display and Welcome to Room 36 for this awesome activity printable!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145277977,"sku":"A3914","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Bunny-Application.jpg?v=1522781938"},{"product_id":"drinking-straw-tissue-paper-flowers-a2466","title":"Drinking Straw Tissue Paper Flowers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3947 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/bouquet.jpg\" alt=\"Easter, Spring, and Mother's Day Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: gcdspa.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat as a spring craft or last-minute Mother's Day gift, these drinking straw and tissue paper flowers from Emily over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gcdspa.blogspot.com\/2009\/04\/spring-flower-theme-party-part-i.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGCDSpa Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e are super cute! The best part is, she provides a template for creating the colorful blossoms! No muss, no fuss - just good old fashioned crafting fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-26225-tissue-kolorfast-x-assorted-sheets.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt tissue paper in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular and decorative craft scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle paper punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-sided tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen drinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are so many uses for these beautiful crafts! Use them in conjunction with a lesson on the parts of a flower. Add a bouquet to your desk for a fun spring accent. Cut the ends of each straw {the 'stems'!} and string the flowers onto a piece of yarn to create a tissue paper flower garland - hanging it around the door, window, or bulletin board. Place several flowers in tissue paper or a vase and send home as a Mother's Day gift. Cut the 'stems' short, adding a safety pin to the back, and send home the custom floral corsage in a wrapped box as a Mother's Day gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo start creating your own drinking straw tissue paper flowers, be sure to visit GCDSpa Stuff!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147244057,"sku":"A2466","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/bouquet.jpg?v=1522781950"},{"product_id":"cheerful-diy-salt-dough-eggs-for-easter-a2639","title":"Cheerful DIY Salt Dough Eggs for Easter!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-5101\" alt=\"Spring Easter Egg Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Salt-Dough-Easter-Eggs-11.1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thisheartofmineblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoesn't this craft get you in the mood for Easter fun?! When we realized that Easter is in less than two weeks {Yikes! Where has time gone?!}, we immediately began searching for cute and fun new crafts to try out. Stumbling across this colorful photo on Pinterest, we knew we had to check out the tutorial for these gorgeous salt dough eggs created by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thisheartofmineblog.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAmy Christie\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.designmom.com\/2013\/03\/diy-salt-dough-eggs\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDesign Mom\u003c\/a\u003e. It looks simple enough!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have a favorite salt dough recipe, you can find one in the tutorial along with some great tips - i.e. how to create a smoother texture, how thick to roll the dough, etc. Once the dough is formed and rolled, all you have to do is cut the dough, bake the shapes, and paint!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eCraft extension...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we find a fun craft tutorial, it's a habit of ours to read the comment section for more tips and tricks. This comment from Sarah caught our eye,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"These are really cute. I remember making little branch trees like this as a kid. We’d cut out paper hearts and write our wishes for spring on them.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouldn't this be a great craft extension for your kiddos?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith loads of cheerful photos and tips for creating the perfect salt dough Easter eggs, we know this is an Easter project that your little crafters will have a blast with! Be sure to visit Design Mom for the full craft tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734179749913,"sku":"A2639","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Salt-Dough-Easter-Eggs-11.1.jpg?v=1522782146"},{"product_id":"5-adorable-bunny-masks-for-easter-a2640","title":"5 Adorable Bunny Masks for Easter","description":"\u003cp\u003eEaster wouldn't be complete without a cute bunny mask for your adorable little crafters! We should have guessed there were so many ways to make - what we thought - was a simple craft!  Here are 5 super cute tutorials for you and your 'Peter Cottontails' to try!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5105 \" alt=\"Spring and Easter Bunny Mask Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bunny-Mask-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kailochic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNo need to worry about a full mask, a nose and whiskers work just fine!\n{Via Kara of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kailochic.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/fun-easter-crafts.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Handbag Designer\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5106 \" alt=\"Spring and Easter Bunny Mask Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bunny-Mask-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: swoonstudio.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDon't have the time to craft, a printable mask is just the ticket!\n{Via Randi of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swoonstudio.blogspot.com\/2013\/02\/crafts-for-kids-printable-bunny-mask.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSwoon!\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5107  \" alt=\"Spring and Easter Bunny Mask Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bunny-Mask-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: cheapcraftymama.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd a sensory component and craft with cotton balls!\n{Via Kate of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cheapcraftymama.com\/bunny-mask-kid-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCheap Crafty Mama\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5108 \" alt=\"Easter Bunny Mask Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bunny-Mask-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Sarah Schwartz\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNot sure your kiddos will like wearing the mask, add a craft stick so they can simply hold it in front of their face!\n{Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/82964818105605954\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSarah Schwartz\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5109\" alt=\"Easter Bunny Mask Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bunny-Mask-5.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 4crazykings.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAnd, of course, instead of messing with a 'headband' of sorts, there's always the glasses option!\n{Via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/4crazykings.blogspot.com\/2009\/03\/easter-bunny-goo-goo-goggles.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e4 Crazy Kings\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith so many variations, we're not sure how you'll choose, but we\u003c\/em\u003e do \u003cem\u003e know that you and your kiddos will have a blast crafting whichever version you decide on!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734180012057,"sku":"A2640","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bunny-Mask-1.jpg?v=1522782147"},{"product_id":"easter-lapbook-part-2-a3241","title":"Easter Lapbook - Part 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2840\" alt=\"Easter Activities and Printables for Kindergarten\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eI {Kayla} teach a pre-k class at my church on Wednesday nights and, as the Easter holiday approaches, my kiddos have been working on a lapbook to take home and share with their families. [The curriculum had us working through the Easter story for four weeks, spreading lessons a little thin, and I needed something to supplement the activities in order to keep my 5-year-olds engaged!] Containing a mixture of printables that I found online and resources that I made myself, I think my little learners are going to have a fun and colorful way to recount the amazing story of Easter – this year and in the years to come! Not to mention, under the guise of fun art projects and activities, they strengthened handwriting skills, early reading skills, color recognition, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHere's a breakdown of the next two sections...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Empty Tomb\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2861\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Empty-Tomb.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been a fan of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/catholicicing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCatholic Icing\u003c\/a\u003e and Lacy's amazing printables for quite a while, I was thrilled when I stumbled across her Easter paper roll characters\/setting printables! I've used her nativity set the past two years to tell the Christmas story and couldn't wait to see what her resurrection set included. I wasn't disappointed and was able to tweak her tomb printable to fit our lapbook! (I say 'tweak', but we simply attached the printable to a flat surface instead of a three-dimensional tissue box!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully assembled, the kiddos loved that they could open and close the tomb and they had a great time with the tracer because they got to use colorful gel pens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/catholicicing.com\/religious-easter-craft-for-kids-make\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2858\" alt=\"Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-craft-tomb.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eBlack and White Tomb Printable\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/catholicicing.com\/religious-easter-craft-for-kids-make\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Empty-Tomb-Tracer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e  \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Road to Emmaus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2866\" alt=\"Christian Easter Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Road-To-Emmaus.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy pre-k kiddos couldn't believe that Jesus' friends could walk with Jesus for so long and not know that it was Him! Evidently, Jesus' friends needed a little help 'seeing' their travel companion more 'clearly' and after a little magnifying glass fun, we worked on this awesome printable created by Amy (\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amysfreeideas.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAmy's Free Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e) as a fun reminder of Jesus' early resurrection appearance!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince my kiddos had been having a great time with the tracers, I decided to capitalize on their enthusiasm, expanding the activity to create more of a challenge. This was the most I'd ever had my kiddos trace at one time and the letters were definitely smaller than they had previously encountered, but they were troopers and had a great time trading\/sharing gel pens with friends along the way. I realized too late that the tracer didn't actually make it clear what story we had been learning about. I knew my 5-year-olds were going to have a hard time remembering the town of Emmaus and, while parents may guess what the pop-up depicted, I decided to have my kiddos add a title in order to help clarify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amysfreeideas.com\/English\/pop-up_Easter_scenes_for_Sunday_school.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2867\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Emmaus-Pop-up.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e \u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Emmaus-Tracer.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e  \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Emmaus-Title.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStay tuned for Part 3!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734180536345,"sku":"A3241","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover_ba8c9337-0f80-4d9e-a6a8-104ab78ce6e4.jpg?v=1522782151"},{"product_id":"easter-lapbook-part-3-a3242","title":"Easter Lapbook - Part 3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2840\" alt=\"Easter Activities and Printables for Kindergarten\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI {Kayla} teach a pre-k class at my church on Wednesday nights and, as the Easter holiday approaches, my kiddos have been working on a lapbook to take home and share with their families. [The curriculum had us working through the Easter story for four weeks, spreading lessons a little thin, and I needed something to supplement the activities in order to keep my 5-year-olds engaged!] Containing a mixture of printables that I found online and resources that I made myself, I think my little learners are going to have a fun and colorful way to recount the amazing story of Easter - this year and in the years to come! Not to mention, under the guise of fun art projects and activities, they strengthened handwriting skills, early reading skills, color recognition, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHere's a breakdown of the cover art and final sections...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHe is Risen!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2881\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Back-Cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing we had a full night planned, including some fun cover art projects, I figured we'd keep the last couple sections simple! First, the kiddos worked independently to color a resurrection coloring page, then we all worked as a group to complete a booklet I created to go along with the 'Jelly Bean Prayer'. [NOTE: I saw several versions of the prayer floating around Pinterest and my favorite blogosphere haunts, and actually combined two of them to create the printable.] I really liked the idea of using the prayer booklet as the last piece of the lapbook. It works well as a story 'review', of sorts, and also helps remind the kiddos that there's more to Easter than plastic eggs, chocolate bunnies, and jelly beans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the text in the booklet gives color clues, I have quite a few kiddos who try to race through the activities and end up with errors (we're working on it!), so I figured it would be better if this was a collaborative project - with everyone working page by page, identifying the color words, and coloring the jelly bean shapes with the appropriate colors. Once the booklets were complete, the kiddos followed along in their newly colored readers as we read the prayer - i.e. they read the color words with help of the colored jelly beans\/color text cues, and I completed the sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Resurrection-Coloring-Page.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eResurrection Coloring Page from Fun-N-Free Easter\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Jelly-Bean-Prayer-Booklet.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eJelly Bean Prayer Booklet\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCover Art\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2880\" alt=\"Christian Easter Craft for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover-Art.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast, but not least, we created some fun cover art using Easter themed painting tools - plastic Easter eggs! While this is certainly not a new concept, it was new to my kiddos and they thought it was pretty neat! Because I didn't want them accidentally painting up the activities in their file folders, I provided each kiddos with a sheet of white card stock to paint and, when it dried, we simply glued it to the front of their folder. Also, because I couldn't decide which activity to do, we actually explored two different ways of painting with Easter eggs...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Roll Painting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar to marble painting, I provided each kiddos with an aluminum roasting pan and a plastic Easter egg (containing a marble for weight). Placing their piece of card stock in the pan, I added three dots of craft paint to different parts of the paper and invited the kiddos to explore what happened when they manipulated the pan and made the egg move. The resulting tracks became the background for our cover art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Printing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Since we'd used the whole egg in our roll painting exercise, I thought it might also be fun to explore what types of prints we could make when we separated the sections of the plastic egg. Armed with a paper plate (containing dabs of craft paint) and a top or bottom section of a plastic egg, I invited the kiddos to twist their section of egg in their paint, covering the edges, then lightly press and twist the painted egg on their paper. The kiddos were delighted to see a perfect circle!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI knew we'd have to wait on the painted papers to dry, so I created a simple title printable that could be quickly glued onto the front of the folder before being sent out the door and home to be enjoyed by my pre-k kiddos and their families! With all of the evening events, \u003cem\u003eI\u003c\/em\u003e ended up having to write the kiddos' names on the title card - which I was a little bummed about - but, overall, I am excited and impressed that all of the elements were kid-completed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Christian Easter Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eLapbook Cover\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe original file is 4x6; I simply printed it onto colored index cards so I didn't have to cut anything. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI hope you find these Easter lapbook resources useful! My pre-k kiddos and I had a blast creating the finished product and I truly hope it will be something they can use to remember and retell the Easter story - this year and in the years to come!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734180634649,"sku":"A3242","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Lapbook-Cover_f28ad4a0-b60e-47f5-9b10-d283943c2644.jpg?v=1522782151"},{"product_id":"stained-glass-easter-suncatcher-craft-a2641","title":"Stained Glass Easter Suncatcher Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5114\" alt=\"Christian Easter Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Suncatcher-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: almostunschoolers.blogspot.co.nz\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the stained glass effect of this Easter suncatcher craft that we found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.co.nz\/2012\/03\/easter-suncatcher-craft-golgotha.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e! Isn't it gorgeous?! No matter what scene you choose to incorporate - Golgotha, the Easter bunny, an Easter chick, a palm branch, etc. - the supplies needed for each suncatcher are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pieces of clear contact paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo black construction paper silhouettes of the desired scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo sets of borders cut from black construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall strips of art tissue paper in various colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For the scene silhouettes, we recommend finding simple coloring pages that can be printed, cut, and traced.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor tips and tricks on assembling your stained glass suncatcher, be sure to visit Almost Unschoolers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734180732953,"sku":"A2641","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Suncatcher-Craft-for-Kids.jpg?v=1522782152"},{"product_id":"adorable-paper-plate-easter-chicks-a2642","title":"Adorable Paper Plate Easter Chicks!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-5122\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Paper Plate Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Chick-Kids-Craft.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: simpleasthatblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow sweet and simple are these adorable paper plate Easter chicks created by Rebecca of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.simpleasthatblog.com\/2012\/03\/baby-chick-easter-craft.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSimple As That\u003c\/a\u003e?! Wouldn't they made a lovely spring display? True to the name of her blog, these Easter chicks are super easy to assemble and are perfect for holiday crafters young and old! Aside from scissors and craft glue, all you need are four simple 'ingredients' - a yellow dessert plate, orange construction paper, wiggle eyes, and yellow craft feathers! Easy peasy, right?! [NOTE: For extra visual interest, you might consider trading out the orange construction paper for patterned scrapbook papers in various designs\/shades of orange!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo get started on your own adorable paper plate Easter chicks, head on over to Simple As That for a helpful tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734181191705,"sku":"A2642","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Chick-Kids-Craft.jpg?v=1522782155"},{"product_id":"who-wants-to-be-the-easter-bunny-other-fun-easter-writing-prompts-a3243","title":"\"Who Wants To Be The Easter Bunny?\" \u0026 Other Fun Easter Writing Prompts!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Easter holiday provides a fun opportunity for creative writing! Easter egg hunts. Coloring Easter eggs. The Easter bunny. There are many familiar traditions that can be turned into cute prompts...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2887\" alt=\"Easter Writing Prompt and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Writing-Prompt-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teachingblogaddict.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Wants To Be The Easter Bunny?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Invite your kinders to write why they would make the best substitute Easter bunny! {Idea via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingblogaddict.com\/2012\/04\/substitute-teacher-so-why-not.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Blog Addict\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2888\" alt=\"Easter Writing Prompt and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Writing-Prompt-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lisa Lilienthal\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Great Easter Egg Hunt!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Dive into the world of egg hunting, inviting your kiddos to describe where they went, who they were with, and what they found! {Idea via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Easter-Writing-Activity-Freebie-I-Went-on-an-Easter-Egg-Hunt\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLisa Lilienthal\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2889 \" alt=\"Spring and Easter Writing Prompt and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Writing-Prompt-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere Comes Peter Cottontail..\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Ever wonder what it would be like to be a bunny? Invite your kinders to imagine a day in the life of a bunny! {Idea and adorable craftivity via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/bunny-hop-and-25-winner.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eOther writing prompt ideas...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst, Then, Next, Last.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Have your kiddos describe how to color Easter eggs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSneaky, Sneaky...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Do your kiddos have what it takes to be the next best Easter egg hider? Invite your kiddos to describe the perfect hiding spot for an Easter egg!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Comes First; The Chick or the Egg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Do a bit of science journaling! Invite your kiddos to draw and label the life cycle of a chicken. [And, for the creative writing bit, perhaps describe what a baby chick might see, hear, smell, feel, etc. when they first break through their shell!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you have a happy Easter... \u0026amp; happy writing!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734181224473,"sku":"A3243","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Writing-Prompt-1.jpg?v=1522782155"},{"product_id":"easter-shakers-music-makers-a2643","title":"Easter Shakers \u0026 Music Makers!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5126\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Music Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Shakers-and-Music-Maker-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: savvymom.ca\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fun Easter shakers from Susannah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.savvymom.ca\/index.php\/partysavvy\/articles\/easter-shakers-and-music-makers\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSavvyMom\u003c\/a\u003e are not only cute, but are sure to get your little crafters a hoppin' and a dancin' this holiday break! Created using recycled paper rolls and dried beans - with some super cute Easter themed elements added in - these music makers are easy on your budget, add a festive touch to your holiday celebrations, and are sure to delight your kiddos! [NOTE: While your crafters will be able to do most of the assembling, note that the tutorial \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e call for the use of a glue gun. For younger children, this should be a step completed by an adult!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full tutorial, be sure to visit SavvyMom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734181453849,"sku":"A2643","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Shakers-and-Music-Maker-Craft-for-Kids.jpg?v=1522782156"},{"product_id":"happy-easter-from-an-eggcellent-bunch-holiday-bulletin-board-a1671","title":"Happy Easter From An 'Egg'cellent Bunch! - Holiday Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-6992\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Egg-cellent-Easter-Door.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mckinleykids.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMcKinley Early Childhood Center\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the 'egg'ceptional title pun to the vibrant color scheme, this door display from the preschool teachers at McKinley Early Childhood Center is super festive and would be an adorable addition to your spring decor plans! Not to mention, you can get your kiddos in on the action with a cutesy Easter craft!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEaster Chick Crafts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for crafters, young and old, provide your kiddos with an egg and chick template - inviting them to cut out the pieces, glue them together, then add wiggle eyes and feathers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the template, you can draw your own, search for one online, or download the free pattern below (just click the picture!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Easter Kids Craft and Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Egg-cellent-Easter-Door-Templates.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eEaster Chick Craft Template\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHappy Easter from an 'Egg'cellent Bunch!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Happy Easter from an 'Egg'cellent Bunch!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easter themed trimmer or complimentary patterned bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos Easter chick crafts. Fill in the the empty space with Easter eggs cutouts cut from patterned scrapbook paper or bright colored construction paper!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734181519385,"sku":"A1671","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Egg-cellent-Easter-Door.jpg?v=1522782157"},{"product_id":"easter-bunny-glyph-a3245","title":"Easter Bunny Glyph","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2903\" alt=\"Easter Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Bunny-Glyph.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, we know it's already Good Friday and you're likely on Easter break, but we thought this Easter bunny glyph from Kathy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/easter-bunny-glyph.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e would be a great addition to your inspiration folder\/lesson ideas for next year. Great for building early math skills, this exercise is also a fun way to get to know a little bit more about your students! The best part is Kathy provides the glyph key and bunny patterns free at her blog so all you'll have to do is create and the templates for tracing as well as collect the papers\/embellishments for creating and decorating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The glyphs above were created using Kathy's key and a bunny template from Maria over at How to be Super Mom +these .]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a copy of the Easter goodies, be sure to visit First Grade a la Carte!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734181584921,"sku":"A3245","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Bunny-Glyph.jpg?v=1522782157"},{"product_id":"secret-message-easter-necklaces-4-fun-bead-crafts-a2644","title":"Secret Message Easter Necklaces + 4 FUN Bead Crafts!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5135\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Secret-Message-Egg-Necklace-Easter-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: b-inspiredmama.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing fine motor building, patterning and writing practice, these adorable secret message Easter necklace crafts from Krissy of B-Inspired Mama {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.parentteachplay.com\/kids-easter-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eParent Teach Play\u003c\/a\u003e} are sure to be a hit with your kiddos! And the best part is they only require a few simple items - a recycled plastic Easter egg, a string, colorful beads, and drinking straws!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to add your own personalized touch to the project, you might consider making your own beads! Here are some really cool tutorials...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5131 aligncenter\" alt=\"Handmade Bead Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Handmade-Bead-Crafts-for-Kids-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePainted dough beads via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.firstpalette.com\/Craft_themes\/Wearables\/Dough_Bead_Jewelry\/Dough_Bead_Jewelry.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Palette\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5132 aligncenter\" alt=\"Handmade Bead Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Handmade-Bead-Crafts-for-Kids-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eColorful paper beads via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.minieco.co.uk\/paper-beads-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMini-eco\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-5133 aligncenter\" alt=\"Handmade Bead Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Handmade-Bead-Crafts-for-Kids-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRecycled water bottle beads via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wedratherbecamping.blogspot.com\/2012\/09\/camping-craft-upcycled-handmade-beads.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLife is Great in a 31 by 8\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5134 aligncenter\" alt=\"Handmade Bead Kids Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Handmade-Bead-Crafts-for-Kids-4.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eShrink plastic curly beads via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillypearl.com\/2012\/06\/craft-tutorial-shrink-plastic-curly.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Silly Pearl\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhichever beads you decide to use, be sure to visit Parent Teach Play for the adorable secret message Easter necklace craft tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734181617689,"sku":"A2644","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Secret-Message-Egg-Necklace-Easter-Craft-for-Kids.jpg?v=1522782157"},{"product_id":"easter-math-literacy-activities-a4058","title":"Easter Math \u0026 Literacy Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2961\" alt=\"Easter Shape Preschool Printable and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Egg-Shape-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spring butterfly craftivity. Upper and lower case letter matching. Easter graphing. These are just a few of the fantastic activity trays Rebecca over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/easter-preschool-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Princess and the Tot\u003c\/a\u003e put together for her little learners! If you're looking for last minute holiday ideas for your kiddos, we highly recommend checking out her simple, yet fun ideas. Our favorite activity? Decorating with shapes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to put together, especially since Rebecca provides a free printable to go with the activity, all you'll need to complete this activity is a sheet of colorful shape stickers. Prepare the worksheet by adding a different shape sticker to the space above each Easter egg and then, to complete the activity, invite your kiddos to identify the shape and decorate the egg with stickers that match!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The use of white adhesive circle labels ensures that this activity can be customized to fit \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e learning goal - color recognition, letter recognition, word families, etc!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, this is just one of the many great activities featured at The Princess and the Tot! Head on over to check out all of the fabulous Easter themed activity trays!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734181683225,"sku":"A4058","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Egg-Shape-Activity.jpg?v=1522782158"},{"product_id":"paper-plate-easter-basket-craft-a4661","title":"Paper Plate Easter Basket Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Basket-Crafts.jpg\" title=\"Paper Plate Easter Basket Craft\" alt=\"Paper Plate Easter Basket Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the Easter holiday, there are two variations to this paper plate Easter basket craft - Easter eggs or Easter chicks. Have your kiddos choose between the two or just craft both!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies you'll need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper plates [We used these. They're inexpensive and work great for the craft!]\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/74dab3e489074518_1.jpg\" title=\"Valu Time Paper Plates\" alt=\"Valu Time Paper Plates\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown craft paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrapbook paper in assorted pastel colors\/patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEgg template {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow card stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow craft feathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster grass [Shredded paper also works!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreating the Easter Basket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll need two paper plates to create the Easter basket. Begin by cutting one of the paper plates in half. [Note that you'll only use one of the halves for each basket, so for this part, you'll only need one plate for every two students.] Next, invite your kiddos to take the second plate and cut the (wavy) band from around it. Be sure to have them cut it off in one full piece. [See figure below.]\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Pilgrims-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with brown craft paint, paint brushes, and markers, invite your students to paint and decorate the pieces. When dry, they can finally be assembled into a basket shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFilling the Basket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kiddos decide whether they want to add Easter eggs or Easter chicks to their basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the Easter eggs...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind an egg template online, printing it onto card stock and cutting it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students trace the egg shape onto colorful patterned scrapbook paper, then cut out the shapes and paste them to the back of the basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Close-Up-Paper-Plate-Easter-Basket-and-Chicks-Craft.jpg\" title=\"Easter Chick Craft\" alt=\"Easter Chick Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the Easter chicks...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind an egg template online, printing it onto card stock and cutting it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students trace the egg shape onto yellow card stock and cut it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with a black marker, scissors, and orange paper, invite your kiddos to create the chick's eyes and beak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo finish off the chick, have students trace around the edge of the cutout with a glue stick and add yellow craft feathers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chicks can then be glued to the basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a finishing touch, paste Easter grass or shredded paper to the basket!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734198525977,"sku":"A4661","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Basket-Crafts.jpg?v=1522782260"},{"product_id":"paper-plate-easter-bunny-craft-a4729","title":"Paper Plate Easter Bunny Craft","description":"\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Bunny-Craft.jpg\" title=\"Paper Plate Bunny Craft for Easter\" alt=\"Paper Plate Bunny Craft for Easter\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a simple craft to do with your kiddos this Easter holiday? Check out this cute paper plate bunny! The steps are easy to follow, students can personalize their creation with colorful bows\/bow ties, and the finished products are sure to look super cute as part of your holiday decor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePaper Plate Easter Bunny\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a paper plate, two pieces of white card stock, two white chenille stems, one pink craft pom pom, and two wiggle eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the bunny ear template, print onto card stock, and cut out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the template to trace and cut two bunny ears from white card stock. Attach the ears to the back of the plate with craft glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse craft scissors to cut both chenille stems into three pieces (to create six total pieces).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a dab of craft glue in the center of the plate. Arrange the chenille stem pieces on either side of the glue dab and place the pom pom in the middle to create the 'nose' and 'whiskers'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish off the face by adding wiggle eyes above the nose and whiskers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo personalize, freehand (or use the bow template) to create a bow or bow tie from colorful\/patterned scrapbook paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add something 'extra', we used black marker to add detailing to the plate and ears. You might also consider using a pink crayon to highlight the bunny's cheeks with spots and\/or add a touch of pink to the ears.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734198558745,"sku":"A4729","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Bunny-Craft.jpg?v=1522782261"},{"product_id":"paper-plate-easter-chick-craft-a4736","title":"Paper Plate Easter Chick Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Chick-Craft.jpg\" title=\"Paper Plate Chick Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Paper Plate Chick Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paper plate Easter chicks are sure to make a great addition to your holiday crafting plans! Not only are they simple to create, they'll also add lots of vibrant color to your classroom walls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePaper Plate Easter Bunny\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a paper plate, yellow craft paint, a paint brush, two wiggle eyes, a piece of orange construction paper, a glue stick, yellow craft feathers, and a piece of scrapbook paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint the entire paper plate with yellow craft paint. Set aside to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut a small square of orange construction paper, folding it in half diagonally to create the chick's beak', and paste it to the center of the dried plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue the wiggle eyes above the beak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a layer of glue around the outer edge of the plate, sticking craft feathers to the wet glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalize the chicks by adding a bow or bow tie. Freehand a bow shape (or use the bow template) onto brightly colored\/patterned scrapbook paper, cut out, and attach to the plate with glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add something 'extra', we used black marker to add detailing to the plate. This, of course, is optional!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Close-Up-Paper-Plate-Easter-Craft.jpg\" title=\"Close Up Paper Plate Easter Chick Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Close Up Paper Plate Easter Chick Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734198591513,"sku":"A4736","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Easter-Chick-Craft.jpg?v=1522782261"},{"product_id":"hopping-into-april-bulletin-board-idea-a4763","title":"Hopping Into April! - Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.40.43.jpg\" title=\"April Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"April Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile April is already half over, a title tweak would make this bulletin board design perfect for Easter or, of course, you could always stash it away in the inspiration folder (bulletin board ideas \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e classroom crafts!) for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEaster Egg Roll Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember how we used plastic Easter eggs (with a marble inside for weight) to create cover art for our \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3242\/easter-lapbook-part-3\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEaster lapbooks\u003c\/a\u003e? The preschoolers at All About Children childcare center used the same process to decorate Easter eggs for their bulletin board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.41.04.jpg\" title=\"Easter Egg Roll Painting Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Easter Egg Roll Painting Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind an egg template online and print egg shapes onto construction paper. [Pastel colors are always great for Easter!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a painting station. Set out four or five aluminum roasting pans and a basket of plastic Easter eggs with a marble inside as well as craft paint in assorted festive colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn their turn at the painting station, invite students to select a piece of construction paper and place it in the roasting pan. After adding several small dots of craft paint to different parts of the paper, have students add an egg to the pan then manipulate the pan to create egg paint tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack at their seats (and once the paint is dried), have students cut out the Easter egg shapes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded to a basket created from construction paper, the finished eggs provide some festive color to the calendar wall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCotton Ball Bunnies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.40.55.jpg\" title=\"Easter Bunny Craft for Kids\" alt=\"Easter Bunny Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bunnies for this board are pretty easy to make. Simply find and print a bunny coloring page onto white card stock (one for each student), then have your kiddos cut out the shape and add details...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink construction paper on the ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls covering the body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA craft pom pom (blue for boys and pink for girls) covering the tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHopping Into April!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Hopping Into April!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid\/patterned trimmer or Easter themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Bunnies. Cut long strips of green bulletin board paper, using scissors to fringe the top (to make it look like 'grass') and add to the bulletin board. Arrange your students' bunny crafts in the grass. 2) The Easter Basket. Freehand a basket shape onto brown bulletin board paper or 'build' a basket from brown construction paper. 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Simply provide your crafters with construction paper and a pencil, inviting them to trace their hand eight or nine times and cut out the traced prints. The hand print cutouts can then be arranged in a circle and glued together to create the 'petals', then finished off with a yellow construction paper circle in the center of the petals and a green construction paper stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For the youngest crafters, you'll have to do the tracing, cutting, and assembling, but the results make great keepsakes for parents once you're done using them as decorations!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHappy, Happy Everything!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper. 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Since Easter is coming up and spring, in its own right, lends itself to discussions of living things, new growth, life cycles, etc. we thought this spring chick art project shared by Natalie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/elementaryartfun.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/flying-dutchman-spring-hatchlings-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esmART Class\u003c\/a\u003e would make a great addition to your lesson plans! Not to mention, it requires a nature walk... 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Go on a nature walk and collect some twigs\/sticks from around the school yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin by breaking the twigs into smaller pieces, arranging and gluing them onto the piece of art paper to form a 'nest' shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo create the baby chicks, place cotton balls into brown paper lunch sacks with powdered tempera paint and shake to coat. Once colored, the cotton balls can be glued to the page (most likely somewhere in and around the nest), and completed using wiggle eyes and triangles of orange construction paper to create the 'beak'!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the final projects show, students can then use graphic art tools and scraps of construction paper to add detail to the scene! 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