{"title":"Halloween Lesson Plans","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-science-of-pumpkins-a2884","title":"The Science of Pumpkins","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-67 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkins-Tambako-the-Jaguar.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.flickr.com\/photos\/tambako\/500089629\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fall in full swing, pumpkins make a great subject for science exploration and discovery! So roll up your sleeves and prepare to get a little messy with these excellent pumpkin activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit v. Vegetable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview the characteristics that classify produce as fruits or vegetables. The main point to stress is that, scientifically, if it has seeds, it should be classified as a fruit. Divide students into small groups and provide them with a pumpkin (top pre-cut) and metal spoons. Invite them to determine whether a pumpkin is a fruit or vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake Predictions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss with your students what it means to make a prediction. Complete the following exercises:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore class, cut a piece of yarn or string. Have students discuss and vote on whether they think the string will be long enough to fit around the entire outside of the pumpkin (it's circumference) or not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a large bin with water. Have students vote on whether they think the pumpkin will float or sink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter students have discovered that a pumpkin \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e have seeds and is indeed a fruit, invite them to estimate how many seeds the pumpkin contains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an extension of the above prediction exercise, have students measure the pumpkin's circumference using a piece of string and ruler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a scale to weigh the pumpkin before and after the seeds have been removed to find the weight of the seeds\/goop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother extension to the above prediction exercises is to have your students count the seeds. Since there are usually a lot of seeds, have them group seeds into piles of fives or tens to help with increment or interval counting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor great vocabulary ideas, crafts, books, and sequencing ideas, be sure to read the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschoolscience.com\/ExploringPumpkins.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efull post\u003c\/a\u003e at Science Discovery!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn about pumpkins in a Science Curriculum for Preschool and Kindergarten with 75 free complete lesson plans online\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089703449,"sku":"A2884","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkins-Tambako-the-Jaguar.jpg?v=1522781607"},{"product_id":"halloween-science-for-kinders-a2885","title":"Halloween Science For Kinders!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-74\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Science-Experiment-Andrey-Kiselev.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Andrey Kiselev\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your classroom Halloween party provides a chance for your students to unwind and have fun, why not throw a little science into the mix. Between the sweet treats and festive crafts, they won't even know you've sprung an actual lesson on them! Here are a few fun activities to try from Dawn at Not Just A Mommy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBubbling Reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDawn suggests having your students explore the traditional vinegar-baking soda chemical reaction with a twist - add red food coloring to the vinegar and pretend that you're mixing vampire \"blood\" with garlic powder.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoblin Goo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet students experiment with \"goblin slime\". The borax-glue mixture reveals solid properties when played with, but exhibits the flowing property of a liquid when left to settle. The great thing is, goblin goo can be kept near indefinitely so seal it in plastic bags and send it home for further exploration and fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoison Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students learn about pH by testing various \"poisons\" (e.g. lemon juice, vinegar, orange juice, milk, distilled water, egg whites, milk of magnesia, etc.) using pH paper test strips. While they may not understand exactly what pH means, Dawn suggests reviewing color matching instead. When testing a substance, the pH paper will turn a certain color. Invite students to identify the color and match it to the color guide. Help them identify and record the pH level (number).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor great decorating tips, more fun science ideas, and sweet treats, be sure to read Dawn's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dawnypoo.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/real-party-mad-scientist-lab-halloween.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efull post\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734089834521,"sku":"A2885","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Science-Experiment-Andrey-Kiselev.jpg?v=1522781608"},{"product_id":"halloween-literature-unit-the-magic-pumpkin-a2892","title":"Halloween Literature Unit: The Magic Pumpkin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-133\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Magic-Pumpkin.jpg\" alt=\"the magic pumpkin childrens book by martin and archambault\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Kimberly L. Short, lesson plan contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Language_Arts\/Reading\/RDG0018.html#lesson1\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducator's Reference Desk\u003c\/a\u003e, has designed an exciting Halloween themed reading unit that your kindergartners are sure to enjoy. Designed to explore several literature selections over sixteen days, here are a few highlights!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo kick off the unit - and to use as a recurring theme throughout the lesson - Short suggests Martin and Archambault's \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Magic Pumpkin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the basic parts of a story - beginning, middle, and end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce the concept of sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess and promote listening and comprehension skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon reading the story, Short recommends having your kindergartners recount it for you. While prompts here and there may be needed, this activity will show, not only if students were listening, but how much they comprehended. Consider creating story cards that depict the most important events in the book and use them in one of the following ways:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite student volunteers to place story cards in the correct order on a prepared story \"board\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide students into teams, provide each team member with a different story card, and have teams \"race\" to see who can line up in the correct order first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a 3-column organizational chart with the following headings - \"Beginning\", \"Middle\", \"End\". Have student volunteers categorize each story card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more of Short's recommended activities, be sure to read her full lesson plan!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091505689,"sku":"A2892","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Magic-Pumpkin.jpg?v=1522781618"},{"product_id":"bats-in-the-classroom-a3708","title":"Bats in the Classroom!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-110\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bat.jpg\" alt=\"black bat on orange background\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eYour preschoolers are sure to go \"batty\" over these fun Halloween activities from Gary Hopkins at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.educationworld.com\/a_lesson\/lesson\/lesson031.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation World\u003c\/a\u003e ®!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will be surprised to find out that bats do not rely on their eyesight to navigate while flying or locating their food. Hopkins recommends helping preschoolers understand the concept of echolocation with Jump Start's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Echolocation Song\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (via YouTube). NOTE: While repetitive, the echolocation \"rap\" tends to move at a rapid pace so you may have to play it a few times in order for your students to catch everything. Or, print out the lyrics and recite them slowly, inviting your students to repeat them after you for full \"digestion\" of the material!\n\nYou might also consider \"demonstrating\" the concept of echolocation with a game. Try a \"batty\" version of \u003cem\u003eMarco Polo\u003c\/em\u003e where a student volunteer gets blindfolded, is placed in the center of the game play area, and pretends to be a \"bat\", while the rest of the class pretend to be \"insects\". The blindfolded volunteer calls out \"beep, beep\" to which the insects, with full sight and instructions to keep moving around the play area, must respond \"buzz, buzz\". Relying solely on their ears, the bat then attempts to \"catch\" their prey. Once tagged, insects must return to the \"bat cave\" (their desk) until the bat is full (set a limit of three or four insects) and then another student volunteer gets the chance to be the bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo finish up the science lesson on bats, consider creating a slideshow of various bats native to your area or region - including both pictures and audio clips found on the internet - for your students to examine and discuss. They'll be amazed to learn that because bat frequencies are so high and move at such a fast pace, they must be slowed down in order for the human ear to distinguish each species sound complexities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great bat resources and ideas for incorporating these interesting creatures into your reading, writing, math, and social studies lessons, be sure to visit Hopkins' full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091866137,"sku":"A3708","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bat.jpg?v=1522781620"},{"product_id":"halloween-skeletons-a3709","title":"Halloween Skeletons","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-125\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Foot-X-ray.jpg\" alt=\"x-ray foot\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Claudio Calcagno\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThought skeletons were just a fun way to bring a little spooky Halloween \"cheer\" into the classroom? Jason Carr, lesson plan contributor to Education World ®, suggests broadening your scope and using this fun q-tip skeleton craft as a way to introduce your students to basic anatomy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our skeletal system is made up of many bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn that our bones have several important jobs in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn and be able to identify major bones in the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarr suggests starting off the unit with a brainstorming session where students help make a list of major bones in the body. He recommends keeping the bone names simple and at your students' level (e.g. thigh bone instead of femur, etc.). For the q-tip skeleton project, make sure students have been introduced to all of the following: skull, spine, ribs, arm bones, fingers, thigh bone, leg bone, foot bones.\n\n\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-115\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Q-Tip-Skeleton-Recipe-Card.jpg\" alt=\"q-tip pieces needed to create a skeleton\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eProvide students with a piece of black construction paper, craft glue, a skull cutout, and a q-tip skeleton \"recipe card\". Invite students collect the correct number of q-tip parts needed to construct their bony friend. After students have completed their projects, discuss how bones play an important role in our bodies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey give our bodies structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey protect our organs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe provide muscles with a place to attach so we can move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having fun with these \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/abc-exercise-cards-hooray.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eABC Exercise Cards\u003c\/a\u003e from Amy at Teach Mama (each card is equipped with a letter and some type of movement to go along with each letter - e.g. \"A\" - \"Make circles with your \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003enkle\"). This fun activity will allow your preschoolers a chance for some active fun and demonstrate how bones are essential to movement! It might also be fun to explore actual x-ray films for a real look into our amazing bodies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Science\/Anatomy\/ANA0008.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eQ-Tip Skeleton - An Educator's Reference Desk Lesson Plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092029977,"sku":"A3709","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Foot-X-ray.jpg?v=1522781622"},{"product_id":"halloween-literature-unit-little-critter-s-halloween-a2894","title":"Halloween Literature Unit: Little Critter’s Halloween","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-143 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Little-Critters-Halloween.jpg\" alt=\"mercer mayer's childrens book little critter\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Kimberly L. Short, lesson plan contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Language_Arts\/Reading\/RDG0018.html#lesson5\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducator’s Reference Desk\u003c\/a\u003e, has designed an exciting Halloween themed reading unit that your kindergartners are sure to enjoy. Designed to explore several literature selections over sixteen days, here are a few highlights!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will your students recognize the character of Short's next literature selection - Mercer Mayer's beloved Little Critter - they'll certainly be able to identify with the story as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about and be able to recognize different emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss how our moods can be affected by our feelings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen writing skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the story, Little Critter goes from grumpy to happy. Create a columned organizational chart with several emotion headings (e.g. \"Grumpy\", \"Happy\", \"Sad\", \"Mad\", etc.). Invite your students to brainstorm things that can evoke these emotions. Additionally, discuss how these feelings can affect our overall mood and how we interact with people and the world around us.\n\nConsider having your students create \"feeling\" books in the following format:\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-141\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Feeling-Book.jpg\" alt=\"exercise to learn about different emotions\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exercise will help your students better understand their emotions and how these feelings present themselves when interacting with others and the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Short's activity suggestions, be sure to visit her full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092161049,"sku":"A2894","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Little-Critters-Halloween.jpg?v=1522781622"},{"product_id":"halloween-literature-unit-arthur-s-halloween-a2893","title":"Halloween Literature Unit: Arthur’s Halloween","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-137\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Arthurs-Halloween.jpg\" alt=\"arthur's halloween childrens literature by marc brown\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Kimberly L. Short, lesson plan contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Language_Arts\/Reading\/RDG0018.html#lesson2\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducator’s Reference Desk\u003c\/a\u003e, has designed an exciting Halloween themed reading unit that your kindergartners are sure to enjoy. Designed to explore several literature selections over sixteen days, here are a few highlights!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kindergartners will certainly recognize the characters of Short's next literature selection - it's PBS' Arthur and the gang!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess and promote the skill of following directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the importance of helping people around us.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess and promote observation skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the basic parts of a story - beginning, middle, and end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to work together in a group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePre-Story Activity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore class starts, prepare a \"magic\" bag filled with various Halloween cutouts (e.g. witch's hat, black cat, broom stick, ghost, etc.). Since you don't usually carry a large tote bag around during class, use this as a way to assess student observation skills. Invite them to determine what's different about you, and once they do, have them come up to the reading circle\n\n\u003cem\u003ePost-Story Activities\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon reading the story, discuss what Arthur and D.W. did to help Mrs. Tibble. Have students take turns describing a time when \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e helped someone. Invite your students to come up with a list of reasons why it's important to help others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of dismissing students back to their seat, play a game that will help to strengthen listening skills and get them back to their desks at the same time! Invite students to close their eyes as you pass out the Halloween cutouts in your \"magic\" bag. Recognize each individual item through song (e.g. To the tune of \"The Muffin Man\" - Do you have the jack-o-lantern, the jack-o-lantern, the jack-o-lantern? Oh, if you have the jack-o-lantern, please stand up.). After their turn, encourage your students to return to their seats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Short's recommended activities, be sure to check out her full plan at Educator's Reference Desk!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092193817,"sku":"A2893","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Arthurs-Halloween.jpg?v=1522781622"},{"product_id":"halloween-literature-unit-pumpkin-patch-unit-project-a2895","title":"Halloween Literature Unit: Pumpkin Patch Unit Project","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-164 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Patch.jpg\" alt=\"pumpkin patch\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rikki Degraz\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Kimberly L. Short, lesson plan contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduref.org\/Virtual\/Lessons\/Language_Arts\/Reading\/RDG0018.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducator’s Reference  Desk\u003c\/a\u003e, has designed an exciting Halloween themed reading unit that your  kindergartners are sure to enjoy. Designed to explore several literature  selections over sixteen days, here are a few highlights!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Short details various daily activities to complete based on one literature selection or another, she also ties the unit together with two projects that span its entirety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Patch Project Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about making predictions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about cause and effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the basic parts of a story - beginning, middle, and end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the concept of sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is an overview of the project:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-1-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-1\"\u003eDay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-2\"\u003eProject Directions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eBefore students get to class, create a \"pumpkin patch\" by covering a classroom table with brown bulletin board paper or recycled paper bags. Use watercolor paints - mainly brown, white, black, and gray - for detailing (e.g. plow marks, etc.). Create small slits in the \"dirt\".\nAt the end of the first lesson, have students make pumpkin seeds from sturdy craft paper and invite them to \"plant\" it in the pumpkin patch. Have students create an opening entry in their nature journal, making predictions on what will happen in the life cycle of their pumpkin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharge students with observing the pumpkin patch daily for changes. Have them record the changes in a nature journal using both words and pictures. If there is no visible change, have students write \"no change\", but invite them predict what might be happening under the \"soil\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to make observations and journal about what's happening with the pumpkin seed under the \"soil\"!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-5\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eDiscuss what pumpkin seedlings need in order to grow (e.g. \"food\" and water). Have students brainstorm where their pumpkin seeds will get these essentials.\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with blue sheets of construction paper and have them create \"raindrops\" with which to water their pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to create a nature journal entry and, again, predict what the water will do for the seeds.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharge students with observing the pumpkin patch daily for changes. Have them record the changes in a nature journal using both words and pictures. If there is no visible change, have students write \"no change\", but invite them predict what might be happening under the \"soil\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-7\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eBefore students get to class, create small green vines from bulletin board paper or construction paper and place them in the patch where the seeds have been planted. Have students compare their pumpkin's progress with their journal entry predictions on the first day. Did they expect that vines were part of the pumpkin \"life cycle\"? What are their revised predictions (if any)?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-8\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eBefore students get to class, create several crows and place them in the pumpkin patch. Discuss the \"hardships\" pumpkins face while attempting to grow. Help students \"shoo\" the crows from their patch, then have them brainstorm (overnight) how to keep dangerous pests out of the patch.\n\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to journal!\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-9\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eCompile a list of student suggestions for keeping crows out and vote on the best solution. One of them will likely have suggested scarecrows. Provide materials and templates for your students to create their own scarecrow and help them place their creations in the patch.\n\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to journal!\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-10\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't forget to make observations and journal about what's happening with the pumpkin seed and vine!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the rest of the project directions, be sure to read Short's full lesson plan at Educator's Reference Desk!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092881945,"sku":"A2895","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Patch.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"product_id":"jack-o-lantern-math-a3710","title":"Jack-O’-Lantern Math","description":"\u003cp\u003ePumpkins offer many wonderful hands-on math and science lessons for fall. Here are some great ideas to use in the weeks leading up to Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasuring \u0026amp; Prediction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresent students with several pumpkins of different sizes - one small, one medium, and one large. Have them predict which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/greatest\u003c\/strong\u003e pumpkin seeds, which pumpkin weighs the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/most\u003c\/strong\u003e, and which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003esmallest\/largest\u003c\/strong\u003e circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with ribbon \"tape measures\" and invite them to measure each pumpkin's circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with scales and invite them to measure the weight of each pumpkin. (NOTE: It might also be fun to hollow out each pumpkin and weigh the \"goop\" found inside!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCounting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign a pumpkin seed counting mat. Place in plastic document sleeves, inviting students to use a dry erase crayon to draw the correct number of pumpkin seeds called for, or have students match the appropriate number of actual pumpkin seeds to the counting mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg\" alt=\"orange pumpkin green vine number\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with pumpkin counting pages like these created by Elaine of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kinderplans.com\/p\/31\/preschool-kindergarten-halloween\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderPlans\u003c\/a\u003e where students can color in the appropriate number of pumpkins and practice tracing numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"black and white pumpkin coloring page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderPlans | Elaine Engerdahl\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin counting cards and have students practice placing them in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase ten small pie pumpkins, script a number on each (one through ten), and invite students to practice placing them in order. (NOTE: This is also a great gross motor skill activity!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePatterning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse food coloring or liquid watercolors to dye pumpkin seeds different colors. Have students practice simple patterning with these fun markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin cutouts from various colors of card stock or construction paper and have students practice creating and copying various simple patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkins are an amazing fruit to explore this Halloween season! Be sure to visit Elaine's full post at KinderPlans for more wonderful pumpkin patch theme ideas for language arts, crafts, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093013017,"sku":"A3710","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"product_id":"halloween-literature-unit-creative-writing-project-a2896","title":"Halloween Literature Unit: Creative Writing Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Kimberly L. Short, lesson plan contributor to Educator’s Reference Desk, has designed an exciting Halloween themed reading unit that your kindergartners are sure to enjoy. Designed to explore several literature selections over sixteen days, here are a few highlights!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Short details various daily activities to complete based on one literature selection or another, she also ties the unit together with two projects that span its entirety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreative Writing Project Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the basic parts of a story - beginning, middle, and end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the concept of sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to work in a group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen writing skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort suggests presenting your students with a pre-printed book, including illustrations, with which they are to write a story as a class. Consider shaping the illustrations around the pumpkin patch project or another subject your kindergartners are familiar with. Here is an example of what your book could look like (remember, you'll only be including the pictures at first so that your students can write their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e story):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cdn.tristro.net\/uploads\/ideas\/post\/Unit-Writing-Project-Example.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-156\" alt=\"pumpkin life cycle example writing project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Unit-Writing-Project-Example.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cem\u003ePage Process\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresent students with the illustration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to describe what is going on in the picture. Write down each child's suggestion (attempt to capture it word-for-word so that the book reflects their voice as well).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemind students to keep sequencing in mind (as it relates to the topic of the book) as well as whether the page belongs in the beginning, middle, or end of the book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp students come to a consensus on which description is best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the unit, create a bound classroom copy of the book and present each child with a copy of their own to take home and share with their families!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information and directions, be sure to visit Short's full lesson plan!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093045785,"sku":"A2896","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Unit-Writing-Project-Example.jpg?v=1522781628"},{"product_id":"top-halloween-sensory-bins-a3712","title":"Top Halloween Sensory Bins of 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eI know we've already shared a sensory bin feature this week, but we can't get enough of this \u003cem\u003ewonderfully social, developmentally appropriate, and highly educational play\u003c\/em\u003e! As Halloween nears, consider updating your bins to reflect the season. You may have considered the customary embellishments - plastic spiders and creepy crawlers, plastic skeleton toys, pumpkin scoops, small black cauldrons, Halloween erasers, etc. - but every sensory bin needs a \"base\" material. Here are a few fun ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange, black, purple, and lime green streamers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange, black, purple, and lime green \"Easter\" grass (or thinly shredded paper).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack sunflower seeds with pumpkin seed accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin seeds dyed orange, black, purple, and lime green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a unique sensory base material (and a bit of messy fun!), try coloring water with washable liquid watercolors, adding cooked spaghetti noodles or other pasta to squish around!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, of course, we searched the web for festive Halloween sensory bin inspiration. Here are our favorites that are sure to be dynamic and kid-approved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-168\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-The-Picky-Apple.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thepickyapple.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Cara | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thepickyapple.com\/blog\/2010\/10\/05\/halloween-sensory-bin\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Picky Apple\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-169\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Snails-Puppy-Dog-Tails.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: puppydogtails.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Emily | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puppydogtails.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/autumn.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSnails and Puppy Dog Tails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-170\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-No-Time-For-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"plastic tub filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Allie | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2009\/10\/halloween-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-171\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Along-the-Way.jpg\" alt=\"black cauldron filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: gironlife.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Cindy | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gironlife.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/october-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlong The Way\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-172\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Counting-Coconuts.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bin filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Mari-Ann | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-sensory-tub-playdough.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-173\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Welcome-To-Our-Wonderland.jpg\" alt=\"green bowl filled with Halloween items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lettersnumbersandbooksohmy.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Shannon | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lettersnumbersandbooksohmy.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/october-school-fun-pumpkins-from.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome To Our Wonderland\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-174\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-No-Time-For-Flash-Cards2.jpg\" alt=\"corningware baking dish filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Allie | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/10\/spooky-halloween-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-175\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Tub-Nurturing-Naters.jpg\" alt=\"clear plastic bin filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Becky | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/2010-10-october-sensory-tub-playdoh-of.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNurturing Naters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-179\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-Olives-and-PIckles.jpg\" alt=\"plastic container filled with Halloween objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner: Patty | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-sensory-box.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOlives and Pickles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eClick on the sensory bin pictures to visit these awesome posts and, while you're there, be sure to browse for other exciting early childhood activities, crafts, and methods! Hope your preschoolers have as much fun learning (and playing!) in these spectacular Halloween sensory bins as we did searching for them!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093570073,"sku":"A3712","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Halloween-Sensory-Bin-The-Picky-Apple.jpg?v=1522781630"},{"product_id":"best-halloween-party-games-for-kids-a2245","title":"Best Halloween Party Games for Kids","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Halloween has officially come and gone, it's always nice to keep a folder of inspiration for next year's classroom celebration! Craft, snack food, decoration, and party favor ideas are easy to come by, but there seems to be a gap where party games are concerned. If you want the right mixture of fun and skill building, here are a few suggestions for a festive Halloween party!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePop Goes the Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this twist of the carnival favorite found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMartha Stewart\u003c\/a\u003e, students attempt to pop balloons full of candy and confetti!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/article\/pop-goes-the-pumpkin\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2202\" title=\"Pop Goes the Pumpkin Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pop-Goes-the-Pumpkin-Game.jpg\" alt=\"orange balloons displayed in the shape of a pumpkin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Martha Stewart Living\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWitch's Eye Relay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith ping pong balls painted to resemble witch's eyes - like the ones found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftysisters-nc.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafty Sisters\u003c\/a\u003e - have students race around obstacles in the classroom while trying to keep the 'eyes' on plastic spoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/craftysisters-nc.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/eyeball-halloween-wreath.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2201\" title=\"Ping Pong Ball Eyeballs\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ping-Pong-Ball-Eyeballs.jpg\" alt=\"ping pong balls painted like eyeballs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Crafty Sisters | Candace\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Face Race\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare several jack-o-lantern face cutouts from Wonderfoam® sheets - like the ones found here at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChica and Jo\u003c\/a\u003e. Place Velcro dots or double-sided tape on the pumpkin and face pieces then, dividing students into teams and arming them with drinking straws, have teams race to create jack-o-lanterns using the straws to 'suck up' the pieces and place them on the pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/2009\/10\/15\/mix-and-match-jack-o-lantern-faces\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2200\" title=\"Mix \u0026amp; Match Pumpkin Face Relay\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mix-Match-Pumpkin-Face-Relay.jpg\" alt=\"pumpkin with foam face shapes pasted on it\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Chica and Jo | Chica\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalloween Can Toss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another carnival favorite found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e. Students will have a blast tossing bean bags into the Halloween-themed cans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/halloween\/parties\/halloween-party-games\/?page=2\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2196\" title=\"Halloween Bean Bag Toss\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Bean-Bag-Toss.jpg\" alt=\"cans decorated for halloween to use in a bean bag toss game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalloween I-Spy Game\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will have fun 'racing' to find each of the hidden items in these i-spy bottles designed by Marylea of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePink and Green Mama\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-eye-spy-bottle.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2198\" title=\"Halloween I-Spy Bottle\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-I-Spy-Bottle.jpg\" alt=\"plastic bottle filled with rice and Halloween objects for students to find\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Pink and Green Mama | Marylea\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalloween Bowling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 'dressing up' simple plastic soda bottles like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e and providing a soft ball, your students will have hours of bowling fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/halloween-bottle-bowling-or-just-cute.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2197\" title=\"Halloween Bowling\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Bowling.jpg\" alt=\"soda bottles decorated to look like Halloween characters\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ramblings of a Crazy Woman | Jennifer\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Corn Estimation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix in some math fun during your Halloween celebration with this carnival favorite from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/halloween\/parties\/halloween-party-games\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2194\" title=\"Candy Corn Estimation\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Corn-Estimation.jpg\" alt=\"large glass container filled with candy corn for students to practice estimating\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't Eat A Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamie at The Crafting Chicks designed this fun spin-off of Don't Eat Pete. Your students will have fun earning the sweet treats!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thecraftingchicks.com\/2010\/10\/halloween-treat-bag-toppers-tags.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2195\" title=\"Don't Eat A Jack-o-Lantern Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dont-Eat-A-Jack-o-Lantern-Game.jpg\" alt=\"homemade Halloween game board with pumpkins\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Crafting Chicks | Jaime\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave fun party planning for next year with these amazing Halloween games!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093930521,"sku":"A2245","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pop-Goes-the-Pumpkin-Game.jpg?v=1522781633"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-october-a3728","title":"Hand Print Calendar: October","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg\" alt=\"homemade october calendar with hand print bat and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\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\u003eOctober\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its Halloween festivities, October brings goblins, and witches, and ghosts, oh my! So what better way to decorate your October calendar page than with a spooky holiday character - a hand print bat, spider, or Jack-o'-lantern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8258-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17638-construction-ppr-bright-white-9x12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBat Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4390-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1306.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5962-prang-tempera-paint-white-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e and round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4493-crayola0174-washable-broad-line-markers-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and color in both wings and ears for the bat and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1324.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween bat made from a hand print\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Black Bats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive black bats ready to soar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne stayed behind, now there are four.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour black bats hanging from a tree;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell down, now there are three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree black bats wondering what to do,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne flew away and now there are two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo black bats sitting in the sun,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell asleep leaving only one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne lonesome bat, with no place to go,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWent hiding in a cave,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow there are zero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~Shel Silverstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Spider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8257-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \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\/p-6467-prang-fun-pro-watercolor-markers-8-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpider Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8638-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the right edge of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1305.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e and a round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4962-starter-brush-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrush\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw eight legs, the \"web\" detail, and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1325.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print spider\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpider, Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her silken thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her little web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17680-riv-gw-9x12-white-50ct-50.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJack-O-Lantern Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7875-sharpie-twin-tip-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack marker\u003c\/a\u003e to draw a stem and face for the jack-o-lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1315.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print jack-o-lantern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJack-o-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack-o-lantern, Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are such a funny sight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you sit there by the window,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking out into the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou were once a sturdy pumpkin,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing on a curly vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow you are a Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the night you shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever character you choose, your students are sure to have fun adding to their calendar art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099599385,"sku":"A3728","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"counting-practice-with-simple-math-grid-games-a3828","title":"Counting Practice with Simple Math Grid Games","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1253\" title=\"Christmas-Grid-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Grid-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Math Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: explorations-in-learning.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your preschoolers practice counting and one-to-one correspondence with a fun grid game! Simply choose a favorite clip art image that goes along with your unit of study\/lesson (or several, if you like!) and arrange them in a grid. Printing and laminating the newly created grid 'game mats', provide your preschoolers with a cup of manipulatives - you can use cereal, stickers, beads, or anything else you might think of - as well as a die and invite them to take turns; first, rolling the die and discerning the number rolled, then using the manipulatives to cover the same number of images on their game mat. The first student to cover their entire board, wins! The concept is quite simple, but is sure to keep your students occupied (and learning!) for quite a while!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith harvest and Halloween coming up, you might consider one of the following options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling the grid with spider webs and having students use plastic\/rubber spiders as counters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a game board full of jack-o-lanterns and setting out clean pumpkin seeds to use as manipulatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing various Halloween clip art images to fill the grid and having students use candy corn for counters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-style-span\" style=\"line-height: 24px;\"\u003e[NOTE: We know it's \u003cem\u003edefinitely\u003c\/em\u003e not time yet, but we \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the creativity of the Christmas grid game pictured above. The mini presents are awesome! We found it at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/explorations-in-learning.blogspot.com\/2009\/12\/christmas-tree-grid-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eExplorations\u003c\/a\u003e and hope it inspires you as much as it inspired us!]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126469145,"sku":"A3828","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Grid-Game.jpg?v=1522781824"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-week-activities-a3018","title":"Pumpkin Week Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1233  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Glif1.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Math and Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ms. White\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're sure you have lots of pumpkin lesson ideas for fall, but we thought that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherweb.com\/AL\/AppalachianElementary\/MsWhitesClass\/apt39.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMs. White\u003c\/a\u003e did a fantastic job putting together this activity set for her first graders and thought we'd pass it along, just in case you needed a bit of new inspiration. Crafts, literacy, math, science - this is the whole package! Here's a highlight of our two favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Glyphs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlyphs are a fantastic math tool, offering a unique way to collect and display data. In the spirit of fall, Ms. White invited her kiddos to answer the various questions about pumpkins...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever eaten pumpkin seeds?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWould you carve a funny or scary face on your pumpkin?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...in order to \u003cem\u003ebuild\u003c\/em\u003e a pumpkin that would uniquely represent them! Once on the wall, students can tell just by looking at the pumpkins {and the number of buttons, the color of the patches, etc.} how their classmates answered the questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Predictions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a popular activity, but we think it's great fun! Introduce or review the concept of making predictions by using pumpkins...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict how much the pumpkin will weigh - with and without the inside \"goop\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuess the circumference of the pumpking {using yarn to measure and see who was the closest}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict how many pumpkin seeds will be found inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuess whether a pumpkin will sink or float when placed in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great, hands-on math activity that never seems to get old with the kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Ms. White's classroom website to see what else she has in store for pumpkin week!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128500761,"sku":"A3018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Glif1.jpg?v=1522781836"},{"product_id":"candy-corn-game-a3022","title":"Candy Corn Alphabet Letter Matching Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Candy Corn Alphabet Matching Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/candy-corn-game.jpg\" alt=\"Candy Corn Alphabet Letter Matching Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindergartensmiles.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaitlin, Florida kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/kindergartensmiles.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/candy-corn-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Smiles\u003c\/a\u003e, created this adorable fall themed game that would perfect for a holiday center exercise or even a classroom party. The game is made up of 26 three-piece alphabet candy corn puzzles. As they piece the puzzles together, matching upper and lower case letters as well as object pieces featuring the correct beginning letter sound, students will develop and demonstrate their command of the alphabet and build phonetic awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part - if you visit Caitlin's full post, you'll find a free download for the game! Simply print it onto card stock, color, and laminate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[EXTENSION: This would make a fabulously adorable interactive fall bulletin board!! }\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Kindergarten Smiles for the download - and while you're there, be sure to check out Caitlin's other fantastic ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129090585,"sku":"A3022","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/candy-corn-game.jpg?v=1522781840"},{"product_id":"fall-target-map-a3023","title":"Fall Target Map","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1260\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Target-Map.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Math and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this cute fall target map while perusing Pinterest for seasonal ideas and thought it might be a fun exercise for you to do with your kiddos! The idea originated at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e, a blog created by early childhood educator, April Larremore. {She provides tons of fabulous activity ideas, so be sure to check out her blog!}\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Target Map\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted onto a super cute scarecrow cutout, April's target map is a great way to assess what your kinders know\/collect ideas about the fall season. We adore the hand drawn images, but if you're not artistic, simply pen your students' responses during the discussion and find clip art images later to paste onto the board. [NOTE: You might also prepare the images ahead of time, anticipating the answers you might get from your students, as well as using any leftover pictures to lead the discussion to things the kiddos may have forgotten.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic way to introduce seasonal vocabulary, invite your students to think critically about the topic, and celebrate fall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Chalk Talk for this and many other fabulous activities for the early childhood classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129254425,"sku":"A3023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Target-Map.jpg?v=1522781841"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-number-puzzles-a3024","title":"Pumpkin Number Puzzles","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1264\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Number-Puzzles.jpg\" alt=\"Numbers and Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fisforfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, we know these are apple cutouts {perfect for a back-to-school or Johnny Appleseed day themed center!}, but we thought this would be a super cute Halloween or fall activity - simply exchange the apples for pumpkins! Only you know your students and, what's great, the puzzles are fully customizable and can include any elements you choose...\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTally marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple addition problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple subtraction problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother great thing, you can create as many puzzles as you need\/want, with specific intervals, focus letters, etc. [Extension: Have students practice ordering the pumpkin puzzles when they're finished assembling them. Challenge them by having them do skip counting by 2s or 3s, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/fisforfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/quick-math-station-activity.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eF is for First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e where we found the awesome apple puzzles that inspired this activity!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129418265,"sku":"A3024","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Number-Puzzles.jpg?v=1522781842"},{"product_id":"fall-vocabulary-word-clips-a3026","title":"Fall Vocabulary Word Clips","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1283\" title=\"Bug-Word-Clips]\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Word-Clips.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Literacy and Fine Motor Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: creatingandteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErin of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/creatingandteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/bug-word-clips.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e shared this fantastic activity that we thought could be made into a fun fall literacy center! Instead of bug words, simply compile a list of fall vocabulary words...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquirrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaystack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarecrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalloween\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThanksgiving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEt cetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...script the words onto lined sentence strips, adding a clip art image to each strip, and providing students with alphabet clothespins to clip to the cards in order to reconstruct the vocabulary words. Students will build letter recognition and vocabulary as well as fine motor skills. [Extension: To provide more of a challenge, consider scripting the vocabulary words in all upper case letters on the sentence strips, then inviting students to match the appropriate lower case letter clothespin to the word card.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other great lesson ideas, be sure to visit Creating \u0026amp; Teaching!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734129975321,"sku":"A3026","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bug-Word-Clips.jpg?v=1522781845"},{"product_id":"roll-a-jack-o-lantern-game-a3846","title":"Roll A Jack-O-Lantern Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1362  \" title=\"Roll a Jack-O-Lantern\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Roll-a-Jack-O-Lantern.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Preschool Lesson Plan and Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.oopseydaisyblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a quick center or party activity for the coming Halloween holiday, try this cutesy roll a jack-o-lantern game we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopseydaisyblog.com\/2011\/09\/roll-a-jack-o-lantern-creative-carousel.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e. It's magnetic, so your kiddos are sure to play this one over and over, creating new faces and designs!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound metal \"trays\" {Alison used inexpensive burner covers}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-30184-array-card-stock-brights-pumpkin.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange card stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-miscellaneous-craft-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePatterned craft paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMod Podge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdhesive magnet strips or dots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice {either a number dice and corresponding key or a \"part\" dice}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter gathering your supplies, head on over to Oopsey Daisy for the full tutorial! If you don't want to mess with purchasing metal trays, you might also consider creating a non-magnetic version. Simply cut pumpkin shapes from sturdy card stock and laminate, inviting students to attach the jack-o-lantern pieces using Velcro dots. This version is probably not as sturdy, but it would still hold up to the holiday wear and tear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOopsey Daisy is a fabulous resource for all things crafty - after checking out the game tutorial, be sure to stick around and peruse all the fun projects Alison shares! You might just end up with lots more inspiration for your holiday to-do list!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130040857,"sku":"A3846","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Roll-a-Jack-O-Lantern.jpg?v=1522781846"},{"product_id":"money-monsters-halloween-coin-sorting-game-a3027","title":"Money Monsters - Halloween Coin Sorting Game!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1287 \" title=\"Money-Sorting-Monsters\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Money-Sorting-Monsters.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotgraphy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this adorable game we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/10069\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e! With its monster theme, this would make a great addition to your Halloween math center or might even double as a game for your classroom party!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrapbook paper in assorted colors\/patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled paint chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled juice boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular craft scissors and design scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut a small rectangle in the side of each emptied juice box and wash thoroughly. Use the collected scrapbook paper, recycled paint chips, and wiggle eyes to create juice box \"monsters\" - gluing a different coin to the top of each. With a cup of assorted coins in hand, invite your kiddos to \"feed\" the monsters by sorting the coins into the proper juice box. The activity is quite simple, but the repetition will help them learn to distinguish the coins from each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou might also consider...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving students sort slips of paper containing simple addition and subtraction problems that equal the value of each coin {i.e. \"8 - 3 = ?\" would be sorted into the nickel monster}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInviting students to practice skip counting by providing number tiles for them to sort\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"1, 2, 3...10\" would be sorted into the penny monster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"5, 10, 15...50\" would be sorted into the nickel monster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"10, 20, 30...100\" would be sorted into the dime monster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEt cetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor other fabulous monster themed activities, be sure to visit Katherine Marie Photography!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130237465,"sku":"A3027","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Money-Sorting-Monsters.jpg?v=1522781847"},{"product_id":"bat-pattern-matching-a3847","title":"Bat Pattern Matching","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1372 \" title=\"Pattern-Match-Bats\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pattern-Match-Bats.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething about Katherine's creativity and beautiful pictures makes me want to be a kid again! Check out her awesome bat pattern matching for Halloween {or the harvest season}! Not only does it look like tons of fun, it will sharpen your kiddos visual discrimination skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBat cutouts {Katherine found her's through Paper Glitter and provides a link to the FREE download at her site!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-miscellaneous-craft-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePatterned scrapbook paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-751-envelopes.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEnvelope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo assemble the game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply print out the desired number of bat cutouts and use a circle punch {or a circle template} to create small cutouts from the patterned scrapbook paper. [NOTE: Remember to make two circles from each color\/print.] Glue one circle from each pair onto the belly of a bat cutout and laminate to create sturdy game pieces. Use a black marker to script or word processing software to print \"Bat Food\" onto the envelope. Decorate the envelope as desired and place the leftover paper circles into the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play the game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students set the bat cutouts onto a flat surface and \"feed\" them by placing the colored\/patterned circles in the bat food envelope on the bat cutout with the matching circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to check out Katherine's original post - she shares \u003c\/em\u003etons\u003cem\u003e of awesome Halloween ideas for your kiddos! And, of course, you'll find the link to the bat cutouts there...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130270233,"sku":"A3847","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pattern-Match-Bats.jpg?v=1522781847"},{"product_id":"fall-abc-book-a3848","title":"Fall ABC Book","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1377\" title=\"Fall-ABC-Book\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-ABC-Book.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: parents.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this idea from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.parents.com\/fun\/arts-crafts\/kid\/easy-paper-crafts-for-your-kids\/?page=4\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eParents.com\u003c\/a\u003e - create seasonal alphabet books! Perfect for building beginning letter sound awareness, vocabulary, and letter recognition, the finished products are durable and make fabulous keepsakes that your preschoolers can read over and over!\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-5490-a-z-guides-4-x-6.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA-Z guides\u003c\/a\u003e {4 x 6}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8901-oxford0174-index-cards-4-x-6-plain-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlain index cards\u003c\/a\u003e {4 x 6}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-388-paper-punches.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper punch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-682-yarn.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyarn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled magazines and\/or clip art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful\/patterned \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-miscellaneous-craft-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-28739-dots-on-turquoise-lower-case-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetter stickers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply invite your kiddos to brainstorm a list of fall words - one for each letter of the alphabet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA is for Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB is for Bat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC is for Costumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEt cetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, working from the list, have your preschoolers decorate index cards using the letter stickers, clip art image\/magazine clippings, and the colorful paper. Once students have at least one card for each letter, use the paper punch to put a hole in the top corner of both the cards and alphabet guides\/dividers and tie them together with a piece of yarn. Decorate the front of the book, adding a title and the student's name, and your kiddos will have a delightful {and festive!} way to review their ABCs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCheck out the full project post at Parents.com!\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130368537,"sku":"A3848","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-ABC-Book.jpg?v=1522781848"},{"product_id":"fall-advent-surprise-calendar-a3028","title":"Fall Advent\/Surprise Calendar","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1291\" title=\"Surprise-Calendar\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Surprise-Calendar.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Holiday Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: alphamom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your kiddos interested and focused in the stretch leading up to the holidays with this fun advent\/surprise calendar we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/alphamom.com\/family-fun\/holidays\/repurposing-your-leftover-halloween-candy\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlpha Mom\u003c\/a\u003e {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ohdeedoh.com\/ohdeedoh\/how-to\/leftover-halloween-candy-project-068567\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOhdeedoh\u003c\/a\u003e}. Instead of leftover Halloween candy, we thought it would be fun to fill the cups with fun activities, crafts, rewards, etc. for your students to look forward to discovering each day. For instance, you might include...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay a favorite class game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo homework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect a piece of candy from the jar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra 15 minutes of recess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes of classroom free time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEt cetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might even add \"Surprise Calendar\" to your classroom jobs chart so that each student has a chance to tear through the tissue paper and discover the prize!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFind the full calendar tutorial at Alpha Mom! Who knows - it may just become a classroom tradition!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130466841,"sku":"A3028","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Surprise-Calendar.jpg?v=1522781848"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-name-hunt-spell-a3850","title":"Pumpkin Name Hunt \u0026 Spell","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1385\" title=\"Pumpkin-Printing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Printing.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween and Fall Pumpkin Printing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: toddlerapproved.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this literacy activity from Toddler Approved! It's simple and will provide your kiddos with letter recognition and spelling practice - in a fun and festive 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-13091-cubby-tray-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLarge plastic tub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandy corn, black beans\/garbanzo beans, pasta dyed with Halloween colors, or another base material to put in the tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange foam pumpkin cutouts or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17870-wonderfoam-sheets-12-x-18.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange foam sheets\u003c\/a\u003e and a pumpkin template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-757-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePermanent marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17858-stencils-holidays.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePumpkin stencil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince Kristina did this activity one-on-one with her son, she scripted the letters of her son's name onto the foam pumpkin cutouts, hiding them around the room and having him go on a scavenger hunt. This may not work in the classroom, so we suggest hiding the pumpkin letter cutouts in a large plastic bin filled with a fall\/Halloween themed base material. At the center, students are then charged with sifting through the bin to find the letters that spell their name - placing them in the proper order and copying them onto their worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCheck out the full activity at Toddler Approved!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130597913,"sku":"A3850","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Printing.jpg?v=1522781849"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-seed-counting-exercise-a3032","title":"Pumpkin Seed Counting Exercise","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1320\" title=\"pumpkin-seed-counting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pumpkin-seed-counting.jpg\" alt=\"Fall, Halloween, and Thanksgiving Counting Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber Osterman of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsosterman.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/its-vite-vity-vitie-vidi-pumpkin-center.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Rocks!\u003c\/a\u003e put together this cute math center concept for the fall\/Thanksgiving season - and we know your kiddos will love it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by creating ten pumpkin cutouts in different colors {and for visual interest, add in various sizes\/shapes as well}. Next, count out and glue a different number of pumpkin seeds to each colored cutout. Last, create a recording sheet, featuring the various pumpkin color options and a box underneath each for students to record their answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the center, invite your kiddos to select a colored pumpkin, find the matching pumpkin cutout, count the number of pumpkin seeds on the cutout, and record their answer on the worksheet! This is not only a great exercise for counting - it's a wonderful way to review color!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Challenge: To further challenge your students, instead of providing colored pumpkins on the worksheet, use black and white clip art with color words. See example recording sheet below.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1318 \" title=\"pumpkin-counting-example-worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pumpkin-counting-example-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Thanksgiving Counting Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample recording sheet with color words\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131417113,"sku":"A3032","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pumpkin-seed-counting.jpg?v=1522781854"},{"product_id":"fall-literacy-center-pumpkin-patch-letter-match-a3849","title":"Fall Literacy Center - Pumpkin Patch Letter Match","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1402 \" title=\"pumpkin-patch\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Patch.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Harvest Literacy Game Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this pumpkin patch from Allie at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2011\/09\/pumpkin-patch-letter-match.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e?! Perfect for a fall literacy center, provide your kiddos with some letter recognition practice {both upper and lower case} with a few simple supplies!\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-6562-fadeless0174-paper-rolls-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite bulletin board paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown and green \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27962-bic-mark-it-permanent-ct-ultra-fine-markers-assorted-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epermanent marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange pool noodle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-761-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScissors\u003c\/a\u003e or bread knife and cutting board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen all is said and done - be sure to check out No Time For Flash Cards for the complete activity creation tutorial - your mini farmers are sure to have a blast matching the lower case letter noodle pumpkins to their proper upper case letter place in the patch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get more mileage out of your makeshift pumpkin patch, consider creating interchangeable parts. For instance, instead of scripting the upper case letters directly onto the paper, create small \"buds\" with the letters scripted on them. Not only is this is a great way to tie in the pumpkin life cycle, it allows for the creation of a variety of games...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScript numerals on the \"buds\" and number words or dots onto the noodle \"pumpkins\" to strengthen counting, numeral recognition, and number word recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw shapes on both the \"buds\" and \"pumpkins\" to strengthen visual discrimination and counting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllie is always coming up with awesome seasonal activities and games so be sure to check out her blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131449881,"sku":"A3849","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Patch_15142682-96aa-46fb-b13f-769153ed79d4.jpg?v=1522781854"},{"product_id":"fall-candy-sequencing-practice-a3033","title":"Fall Candy Sequencing Practice","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1324\" title=\"fall-candy-sequencing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fall-candy-sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Math and Patterning Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: toddlerapproved.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cool is this math center idea from E.J. at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/toddlerapproved.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/autumn-mix-candy-sequencing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved\u003c\/a\u003e?! Not only will your kiddos enjoy working with candy (...one for the activity, one for me), the colorful manipulatives offer a festive way to provide your kiddos with counting, sorting, and sequencing\/patterning fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the activity, collect several bags of candy corn - regular, pumpkins, and Indian corn. Empty the contents into a large container and collect three smaller containers, placing them all at the center. For their first order of business, have your kiddos sort the various candies into the smaller containers. E.J. provides two great activity templates at her blog - the first worksheet offers four completed patterns to which students must match the correct candies and the second displays four uncompleted sequences that students are invited to finish. Both worksheets offer a fifth line where students are invited to create their own patterns! If using these templates, students will need a specific number of each candy (9 pumpkins and 15 each of the regular\/Indian corn) - have students strengthen counting skills by gathering the correct amount of each. [NOTE: If creating your own templates, be sure to determine how many of each candy students will need!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce students have successfully completed the exercise - and have had time to practice creating their own patterns - have them work together to dump the sorted candies back in the large container for the next group of students! Working with candy that can't be eaten can be quite trying so consider providing students with a small treat as they leave the center!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVisit Toddler Approved for the templates and a write-up of this and many other fun early childhood activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131580953,"sku":"A3033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fall-candy-sequencing.jpg?v=1522781855"},{"product_id":"rhyming-words-fall-leaf-toss-a3034","title":"Rhyming Words Fall Leaf Toss","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1328\" title=\"fall-leaf-rhyming-word-game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fall-leaf-rhyming-word-game.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Literacy Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can only imagine how much fun Amber Osterman, kindergarten teacher and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsosterman.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/falling-for-rhyming-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Rocks!\u003c\/a\u003e, and her students have with this fall leaf rhyming game! It's really quite simple to put together and your kiddos are sure to have a hoot!\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\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e leaf cutouts in various fall colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming word pairs with clip art images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-761-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4251-classroom-laminator.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLaminator\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1130-classroom-laminator-pouches.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elaminator pouches\u003c\/a\u003e (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1329\" title=\"rhyming-word-leaves\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rhyming-word-leaves.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Rhyming Words and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the photo shows, simply brainstorm a list of rhyming pairs, collecting and printing a clip art image for each. Cut and paste one image onto each leaf cutout, then laminate so the game pieces will hold up to wear and tear. Now you're ready for a leaf shower - with your kiddos scrambling to pick up a cutout, find their classmate with the rest of their rhyming pair, and link arms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Kindergarten Rocks for this and lots of other great activity\/center ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734131843097,"sku":"A3034","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fall-leaf-rhyming-word-game.jpg?v=1522781857"},{"product_id":"halloween-math-spider-sifting-sorting-a3995","title":"Halloween Math - Spider Sifting \u0026 Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2484\" title=\"Spider-Sifting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Sifting.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome sensory math activity from Kim over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/spider-sifting-and-sorting.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Learning Hypothesis\u003c\/a\u003e. Great for fine motor coordination as well as sorting and graphing practice, we think this would be a fantastic addition to your Halloween math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity all you'll need is a large plastic bin, colored rice, plastic spiders in assorted colors, and a sifting spoon. Additionally, Kim also created several data recording sheets to help her kiddos with the activity - a color sorting mat as well as a graphing worksheet. These printables helped her kiddos organize the collected 'data' in order to determine which color of spider they found the most of, least of, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome math activity, as well as suggested literature to pair with it, be sure to check out the full post over at The Learning Hypothesis!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161793049,"sku":"A3995","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Sifting.jpg?v=1522782038"},{"product_id":"halloween-spider-web-sight-word-game-a3179","title":"Halloween Spider Web Sight Word Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2374\" title=\"Sight-Word-Spider-Web\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Spider-Web.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Sight Word Game and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.toddlerapproved.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our search for fun Halloween activities and games, we stumbled across this adorable spider web sight word game created by Kristina of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toddlerapproved.com\/2011\/10\/sight-word-spider-web.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved\u003c\/a\u003e. Isn't it fantastic?! Not only is it great for gross motor development - balancing on the skinny lines of the web is hard work! - it's also a fabulous way to build sight word recognition and vocabulary!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop a list of sight words you wish to review and write a sentence using each sight word.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse word processing software to create sight word cards and paste each one onto a spider cutout. {We adore the paper plate spiders Kristina created! There are plenty of tutorials online if you wish to make your own...}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace 3 or 4 sight word spiders onto the web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite the first player to stand at one corner of the web. Read them a sentence, using one of the sight words on the web, and invite them to 'walk the lines of the web' to find the correct sight word spider. If they choose correctly, allow them to keep the cutout and replace it with another sight word spider. If their guess is incorrect, all spiders stay on the web and the player's turn is over. Invite the next player to stand on the web and repeat the same process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an alternative, you might consider combining the spider web sight word activity with fine motor development ~ drawing the spider web onto easel paper and inviting your students to spray the correct sight word spider with \"bug spray\" {i.e. a bottle filled with water!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more spider web play suggestions, be sure to visit Toddler Approved!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161825817,"sku":"A3179","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Spider-Web.jpg?v=1522782038"},{"product_id":"5-fabulous-fall-sensory-bins-a3996","title":"5 - Fabulous! - Fall Sensory Bins","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe can't get enough of these awesome fall themed sensory bins! Whether you're looking for a Halloween themed bin or prefer to prepare a bin that can be used throughout the entire fall season, these ladies have got you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2490\" title=\"Autumn-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Autumn-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: stayathomeeducator.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCheck out this gorgeous bin from Sarah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/stayathomeeducator.com\/preschool-co-op-week-4\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStay At Home Educator\u003c\/a\u003e. The dyed rice adds such a richness to the tub and the various textures - the silk leaves, rough pine cones, and smooth plastic pumpkins - are a treat for the senses!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2491\" title=\"autumn-sensory-tub\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/autumn-sensory-tub.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn and Fall Sensory Tub and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nurturestore.co.uk\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe love all the natural elements in this squirrel themed sensory bin from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nurturestore.co.uk\/autumn-sensory-tub-with-squirrels\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNutureStore\u003c\/a\u003e! Sticks. Acorns. Seeds. Dry leaves. This bin offers a great opportunity to bring a touch of fall into the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2492\" title=\"October-Sensory-Bin\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/October-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"October Halloween Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePerfect for both fall and Halloween, this bin from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nurturingnaters.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/2010-10-october-sensory-tub-playdoh-of.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNurturing Naters\u003c\/a\u003e offers a nice mixture of both hard and soft, large and small elements, as well as autumn and holiday pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2493\" title=\"rice sensory\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rice-sensory.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mommasfunworld.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWith it's mixture of orange dyed rice and black beans as well as the holiday items - plastic skeletons, eyeballs, plastic jack-o-lanterns, and plastic spider rings - this sensory bin from Catherine over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommasfunworld.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/halloween-orange-and-black-sensory-fun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMomma's Fun World\u003c\/a\u003e is perfect for the Halloween season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2494\" title=\"Monster-Sensory-Tub-500x333\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Monster-Sensory-Tub-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Halloween Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.icanteachmychild.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLast, but certainly not least, is this fabulous monster themed sensory bin from Jenae over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2011\/09\/monster-sensory-tub\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e! The purple water beads offer a fantastic medium and the wiggle eyes are super cute! We know your kiddos will have a blast exploring this bin!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit these awesome blogs to get your fall and\/or Halloween sensory bins started!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734162546713,"sku":"A3996","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Autumn-Sensory-Bin.jpg?v=1522782042"},{"product_id":"monster-math-numeral-recognition-counting-more-a3997","title":"Monster Math - Numeral Recognition, Counting \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2497\" title=\"monster-math-tray-\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/monster-math-tray-.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow fun is this monster themed math activity from Allison over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2012\/10\/monster-math-tray-learning-after-school.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e?! We think it would make a 'spooktacular' addition to your Halloween math centers and know your kiddos will have a blast with the activity. The best part is, depending on your kiddos' skill level, there are several variations. Not to mention, handling the wiggle eyes is great for developing fine motor skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity variations...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor younger learners, print numbers onto the monster cutouts, inviting students to identify the numeral and count out the correct number of wiggle eyes onto the cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor more advanced learners, print simple addition\/subtraction problems onto the cutouts, inviting your kiddos to solve the equation and place the correct number of wiggle eyes onto the cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, we're certain you can find other ways to use these adorable monster cutouts! For the full activity, be sure to visit No Time For Flash Cards!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734162743321,"sku":"A3997","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/monster-math-tray.jpg?v=1522782044"},{"product_id":"a-little-spider-fun-for-halloween-a3181","title":"A little Spider Fun for Halloween!","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpice up your Halloween lesson plans with one of these creepy, crawly activities from Jen of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activity-mom.com\/2012\/10\/spider-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Activity Mom\u003c\/a\u003e! A great mixture of crafts, hands-on science explorations, and literature, we're \u003cem\u003esure\u003c\/em\u003e you'll find something for your kinders to enjoy! While you'll have to visit The Activity Mom for the full list, here's a sneak peek at our favorite exercise...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHunting for Spider Webs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile showing your students pictures of spider webs can provide an up-close look at the amazing detail that goes into creating webs, there's nothing like putting on your coat and shoes and going for a spider web hunt to see them in person! Before you explore, talk about where you might find spider webs, what kind of spiders can be found in your area, and predict how many spider webs you expect to find. After your adventure, invite your students complete a page in their science journal (like the example prompt below} to record the day's exploration...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spider-Web-Hunt-Nature-Journal\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2389\" alt=\"Halloween Writing and Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Web-Hunt-Nature-Journal.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just one of the awesome spider activities that Jen suggests supplementing your Halloween lesson plans with, so be sure to visit The Activity Mom for more great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*And if you're interested in grabbing a copy of the example nature journal pages, here's a link for the FREE download:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734162776089,"sku":"A3181","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Web-Hunt-Nature-Journal.jpg?v=1522782044"},{"product_id":"monster-themed-mini-literacy-unit-a3182","title":"Monster Themed Mini Literacy Unit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2396\" title=\"Monsterous Literature Mini-Unit Pack!\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Monsterous-Literature-Mini-Unit-Pack.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Themed Halloween Literacy Kindergarten Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: primarygraffiti.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheryl Saoud recently shared her Monster'ous' Literature Mini-Unit {for FREE!} over at her blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/primarygraffiti.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/monsterous-literature-mini-unit-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Graffiti\u003c\/a\u003e, and we think it's totally worth checking out if you need some fresh lesson ideas for October! Super cute and perfect for Halloween, Cheryl's activities center around three books; \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonsters Don't Eat Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Barbara Jean Hicks, Kimberly and Ed Emberely's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf You're a Monster and You Know It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreepy Monster, Sleepy Monster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jane Yolan. Here's a sneak peek at some of the activities included in the mini-unit...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThinking Maps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheryl and her kiddos used thinking maps to organize their learning as they read. First, they developed a list of monster body parts, then they worked on a list of monster actions. When finished, Cheryl reviewed nouns and verbs with her students, inviting them to pair each monster body part with a monster action so that each noun was coupled with a verb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClass Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheryl put together three fun prompts for her kiddos to complete and add to a monster'ous' class book...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"If you're a monster and you know it _______ your _______!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\"Monsters _______ [action], Monsters _______ [rhyming action],\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e Monsters _______ [action], Monsters _______ [rhyming action]!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #99cc00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"My favorite monster food is _______!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part is the writing prompt printables are \u003cem\u003ealso\u003c\/em\u003e included in the mini-unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these great activities, plus several more great learning exercises that go along with the literature selections, be sure to visit Primary Graffiti!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163103769,"sku":"A3182","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Monsterous-Literature-Mini-Unit-Pack.jpg?v=1522782046"},{"product_id":"play-dough-fun-five-little-pumpkins-a3998","title":"Play Dough Fun - Five Little Pumpkins!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2501\" title=\"5-little-pumpkins-play-dough-counting-mats\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-little-pumpkins-play-dough-counting-mats.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math and Fine Motor Preschool Lesson Plan and Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.pre-kpages.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanessa over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pre-kpages.com\/halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePre-K Pages\u003c\/a\u003e created this awesome Halloween play dough mat that works as a great compliment to the finger play, \u003cem\u003eFive Little Pumpkins\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as a fabulous way to build number recognition, counting, and fine motor skills! Printed out, slid into plastic document sleeves, and set out with orange play dough, your students are sure to have a blast with these play dough mats - identifying the numeral on the mat and forming the correct number of play dough pumpkins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor tips on setting up the activity and for the fabulous activity download {and lots of other too!}, be sure to visit Pre-K Pages!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163234841,"sku":"A3998","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5-little-pumpkins-play-dough-counting-mats.jpg?v=1522782046"},{"product_id":"monster-alphabet-game-a3999","title":"Monster Alphabet Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2512  \" title=\"Alphabet-Monster-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alphabet-Monster-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Themed Halloween Alphabet Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.littlefamilyfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just can't get over how cute this monster alphabet game created by Linda of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlefamilyfun.com\/2012\/05\/alphabet-monster-game.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e is! Made from items you'll have hanging around the house and classroom, it's a simple concept, but we \u003cem\u003eknow\u003c\/em\u003e it will be a hit with your preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's the gist...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a monster from a recycled oatmeal container {like Linda did!}, tissue box, milk jug, juice carton, play dough container, etc.!\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2508\" title=\"Monster Friends\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Monster-Friends.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Craft for Kids and Alphabet Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/gigglesgalorenmore.blogspot.com\/2011\/08\/tattle-monster.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egigglesgalorenmore.blogspot.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2509\" title=\"Milik-jug-Craft-monster\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Milik-jug-Craft-monster.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Kids Craft and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.daniellesplace.com\/html\/backtoschoolcrafts.html#monjug\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewww.daniellesplace.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2510\" title=\"Juice-Container-Monsters\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Juice-Container-Monsters.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Kids Craft and Monster Literacy Center Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.karaspartyideas.com\/2011\/11\/colorful-monster-bash-party.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewww.karaspartyideas.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2511\" title=\"Play-Dough-Container-Monsters\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Play-Dough-Container-Monsters.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Craft for Kids and Monster Themed Literacy Center Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.meetthedubiens.com\/2011\/12\/happy-3rd-birthday-camden.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewww.meetthedubiens.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut circles from construction paper in assorted colors, printing letters onto each cutout. [NOTE: Be aware of the size of your monster container and create accordingly!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo play: call out a letter in a fun monster voice and invite students to take turns finding the correct circle, feeding it to the monster!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuper fun, right?! For this great Halloween activity and lots of other learning ideas, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163333145,"sku":"A3999","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Alphabet-Monster-Game.jpg?v=1522782047"},{"product_id":"ghost-literacy-center-ideas-a3183","title":"Ghost Literacy Center Ideas","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2406\" title=\"Ghost-Letters\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ghost-Letters.jpg\" alt=\"Ghost Themed Halloween Literacy Centers and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: applesandabcs.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your kiddos need some letter practice, check out this adorable ghost themed alphabet activity from Michelle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/applesandabcs.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/letter-order-with-foam-ghosts.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABCs\u003c\/a\u003e. Inexpensive and simple to put together, we think it would be a great addition to your Halloween lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivity ideas...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a set of upper case and lower case letter ghosts, inviting your kiddos to create matches. You might also simply place all the ghosts in a cauldron and have your students sort the cutouts into upper and lower case letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students practice placing the ghosts in alphabetical order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to use the alphabet ghosts to create CVC words or focus sight words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint letters and\/or sight words on the ghost cutouts and place them in a cauldron. On their turn, have students select a ghost from the pot. If they can identify the letter or sight word, the student gets to keep the ghost. If they cannot, the cutout goes back into the cauldron and the next player gets a turn. When all the ghosts have been drawn from the pot, the student who has collected the most cutouts, wins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few ideas for using these adorable ghost cutouts! For this, and lots of other great lesson ideas, be sure to visit Apples and ABCs!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163365913,"sku":"A3183","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ghost-Letters.jpg?v=1522782048"},{"product_id":"roll-draw-a-monster-w-free-game-printable-a3184","title":"Roll \u0026 Draw A Monster - w\/ FREE Game Printable!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2415\" title=\"Monster-Drawing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Monster-Drawing.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Game and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.expressivemonkey.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a Halloween party station or math center activity leading up to the holiday, this roll and draw a monster game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.expressivemonkey.com\/MonstersandRobots.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eExpressive Monkey\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to be a hit with your kinders! We love that your students will practice counting, matching, following directions, and sequencing + ordinal numbers - not to mention the end results are sure to be unique and fun! And, when they're finished drawing their monsters, provide your kiddos with crayons, craft paint, and\/or other art tools and invite them to spend some time decorating them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the FREE printable game key, be sure to visit Expressive Monkey! Add in some drawing paper, pencils, and little artists - and you're set!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163660825,"sku":"A3184","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Monster-Drawing.jpg?v=1522782049"},{"product_id":"friendly-ghost-halloween-activities-a4000","title":"Friendly Ghost Halloween Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2517\" title=\"Friendly-Ghost-Activities\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Friendly-Ghost-Activities.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Ghost Themed Math and Sensory Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: livingmontessorinow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeb Chitwood, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.prekandksharing.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/montessori-inspired-friendly-ghost-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreK+K Sharing\u003c\/a\u003e, recently shared a fabulous post chock full of friendly ghost themed activities that are sure to be a hit with your little ones this Halloween season. Number recognition. Counting. Simple addition. Color recognition. These are just a few of the skills your kiddos will have a chance to review and practice using the fun activities recommended by Deb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you'll have to visit PreK+K Sharing for the full line-up, here are a few things we love...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sunflower seed base used in the color\/shape ghost look and find sensory bin. [NOTE: You might also use pumpkin seeds!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe homemade ghost manipulatives\/counters made by adding eyes and a mouth to large lima beans with a black permanent marker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cutesy Halloween clip art and fonts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo check out all the great exercises Deb recommends for Halloween, be sure to visit PreK+K Sharing!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163693593,"sku":"A4000","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Friendly-Ghost-Activities.jpg?v=1522782049"},{"product_id":"fall-science-investigating-pumpkins-a4006","title":"Fall Science - Investigating Pumpkins","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2547\" title=\"Pumpkins, Math Centers 047\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkins-Math-Centers-047.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegoodlife-lindsay.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous science exploration for the fall season, check out this pumpkin investigation lesson from Lindsay over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thegoodlife-lindsay.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/pumpkins-pumpkins-everywhere.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Good Life\u003c\/a\u003e. It's a great group activity and will have your kiddos making predictions, counting, and working with adjectives! Not only that, we love the sensory component and know your preschoolers will have a blast exploring both the outside and innards of the pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not necessary for the activity to work, we just love anchor charts and this one is super cute! It offers a great way to collect data and student observations\/predictions. Did you notice the bottom? Each student drew a picture of how they thought the pumpkin should be carved. Super fun, right?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson details, be sure to visit The Good Life! While this was originally created for the third grade classroom, we're sure you'll be able to tailor it to fit your kiddos needs!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734165266457,"sku":"A4006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkins-Math-Centers-047.jpg?v=1522782059"},{"product_id":"halloween-candy-rhyming-a3283","title":"FREE Halloween Candy Rhyming","description":"\u003cp\u003eGetting your Halloween centers together? Here's a fun candy themed rhyming activity (with printables!) you might consider checking out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow it works...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvided with a recording sheet that features various pictures, invite students to select a colored candy card from the basket, identify the word on the card, then find a rhyming picture on their activity sheet. Below the rhyming picture, have students print the word from the card then color the image to match the piece of candy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734192201753,"sku":"A3283","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Halloween-Candy-Rhyming-Preview.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"halloween-candy-number-practice-a3284","title":"Halloween Candy Number Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3197\" alt=\"Halloween Number Practice Kindergarten Lesson Plan and Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween-Candy-Number-Practice-Preview1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fun Halloween themed math center is great for students who still need a little practice with their numbers, including numeral recognition, number word recognition, and tally marks! Just as your kiddos will take their trick or treat bag from door to door to collect candy over the holiday, the activity invites students to identify the numeral labeling each candy bag cutout and collect the appropriate pieces of candy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity notes...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eInvite students to first identify the numeral on each candy bag and lay them out in numerical order, \u003cem\u003ethen\u003c\/em\u003e start matching the candy pieces to the appropriate bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo make recording easier, print the candy bag cutouts onto different colored paper. Once the sets are in order, students can then record their work by coloring the candy bag image on their worksheet to match the candy bag cutout in the set, printing the number word in the first box, and drawing the correct tally marks in the second box. For example, using the colors from the image above...\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3196\" alt=\"Halloween Number Practice Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Recording-Sheet-Example1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample entry on recording sheet\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734192627737,"sku":"A3284","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Halloween-Candy-Number-Practice-Preview1.jpg?v=1522782224"},{"product_id":"9-hungry-ghosts-halloween-color-activity-a4095","title":"9 Hungry Ghosts - Halloween Color Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe're not sure where we encountered this lesson, but thought it might be a fun, interactive, and silly way for your preschoolers to brush up on their colors this Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLesson Introduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ. What color are ghosts? A. Ghosts are white!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ. How do ghosts stay white? A. To stay white, ghosts only eat white things - vanilla ice cream, mashed potatoes, milk, whipped cream, cauliflower, plain yogurt, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activity follows 9 hungry ghosts who decide to branch out and try new foods. A curious thing happens when the first ghost decides to try some cotton candy and the rest of the ghosts follow with food selections of their own...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3276\" alt=\"Halloween Shared Reading Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/9-Hungry-Ghosts-Pocket-Chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love introducing the activity with a pocket chart and having students fill in a matching activity sheet as you go along (or afterward!). Start by reading the clue (i.e. \"The second ghost ate strawberries\"), then ask your students what color they think the ghost turned! Invite a volunteer to find the colored ghost and place the picture next to the sentence in the pocket chart. [NOTE: While we chose solid color foods, it might be fun to see what your kiddos' responses would be if the ghost ate a handful of M\u0026amp;Ms, a chocolate chip cookie, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's an activity sheet to go along with the exercise. Students can use crayons or other graphic art tools to color the ghosts the appropriate color...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3277\" alt=\"Halloween Color Recognition Preschool Lesson Plan and Preschool Printables\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nine-Hungry-Ghosts-Activity-Sheet-Preview.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734193020953,"sku":"A4095","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/9-Hungry-Ghosts-Pocket-Chart.jpg?v=1522782227"},{"product_id":"halloween-literacy-center-web-word-families-a3285","title":"Halloween Literacy Center - Web Word Families","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3212\" alt=\"Halloween Literacy Center and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eLooking for a fun way to practice with word families this Halloween? Here's a fun spider themed center idea that's colorful and provides an opportunity for your kinders to practice with the -at, -ap, and -an word families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity preparation...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the word family webs onto colored paper, cut out, and laminate to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the word cards onto white card stock, cut the cards apart, and laminate them to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3211\" alt=\"Halloween Word Family Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e1) Have students sort the word cards onto the correct word family web.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3210\" alt=\"Halloween Word Family Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2) Working web by web, invite students to record their work; coloring the web to \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e[NOTE: The document has been revised from the picture shown above to include center directions.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734193152025,"sku":"A3285","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-3.jpg?v=1522782228"},{"product_id":"halloween-web-letter-match-w-free-printables-a4096","title":"Halloween Web Letter Match (w\/ FREE printables!)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3290\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Letter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Web-Letter-Match-Preview.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just loved the spider\/spider web clip art images that we found over at My Cute Graphics and thought they'd make a fun Halloween activity! This upper and lower case letter match will help your preschoolers build letter recognition skills as well as provide them with a bit of printing practice and practice following directions. Not to mention you can download the activity printables for free!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity preparation...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eDownload the free activity printables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the upper case letter webs onto card stock in assorted bright colors. Cut out and laminate to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the lower case letter spiders onto a sheet of white card stock and use a 1\" circle punch (or scissors) to cut them out. If you plan to save the activity for future use, we suggest laminated the pieces to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an envelope for each web and its matching letter spiders {see below}. Label the envelopes 1 through 5 to correspond with the numbered webs on the recording sheet freebie. [NOTE: Four of the webs have five letter combinations and one web has six letter combinations. Make sure that the web with six letter combinations is placed in the envelope labeled with the number 5. The order of the other webs does not matter.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3289\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Letter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Web-Letter-Match-Envelopes.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3287\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Letter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Web-Letter-Match-Activity-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e*Excuse the poorly cut spiders! We couldn't find our 1\" circle punch!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) Invite students to select an envelope and dump out the contents, matching the lower case letter spiders to their appropriate place on the upper case letter web.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3288\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Letter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Web-Letter-Match-Activity-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2) To record their work, have students identify the number on the front of their activity envelope, find the web with the corresponding numeral on their recording sheet, and use a crayon to color the web to match the upper case letter web. In the spaces provided under the web, have students print each upper\/lower case letter pair found on the web.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734193348633,"sku":"A4096","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Web-Letter-Match-Preview.jpg?v=1522782229"},{"product_id":"the-very-busy-spider-a3286","title":"The Very Busy Spider","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon't you just love free resources? We've said this before, but we're constantly amazed at the creativity and generosity of others who share their lessons, worksheets, etc. in the hopes of inspiring others. Several years ago we snagged a fabulous character freebie for Eric Carle's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Busy Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e from Amanda over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/first-grade-garden.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/aaaaargh-spiders.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Garden\u003c\/a\u003e that came in handy when creating this little lapbook to go along with our Halloween reading! [NOTE: This would also make a great addition to a bug or spider unit!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lapbook offered a great opportunity for reviewing the story while discussing various topics and building important skills...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eElements of a story - characters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStory sequencing\/ordering events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage skills - animal sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwriting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFront Flap - Story Sequencing + Scissor Skills\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3218\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Very-Busy-Spider-Lapbook-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe took the original character cards and, instead of printing one per sheet, printed two sets of cards per 8.5\" x 11\" sheet of printer paper. Students were invited to cut the character cards apart then, using the graphic organizer, paste the cards in the correct order. Once completed, they were invited to use the organizer to retell the story to a friend!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eInside - Animal Sound\/Animal Match\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3219\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Very-Busy-Spider-Lapbook-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity used the original character cards. We glued them directly to the folder, then created sound cards that were matched to the character cards and used to create flaps. To complete the activity, students identified the animal sound, named the animal that makes the sound, and lifted the flap to check their answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBack Flap - Animal Word Tracing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3220\" alt=\"Halloween and Spider Themed Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Very-Busy-Spider-Lapbook-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe used simple word processing software and a handwriting font to create custom word tracers. Students were invited to trace the read each animal word. [NOTE: At the last minute we decided to add picture clues. Again, the animal card freebie came in handy for this. We, of course, just made them smaller!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the above shows an individual student lapbook, we were also considering making this a center activity with reusable activities. Nothing would change inside the folder, but this would require some changes to the activities on the front and back flaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eFront Flap. 1) Laminate the graphic organizer and animal cards. 2) Add Velcro dots to the spaces on the graphic organizer and the back of the laminated animal cards. 3) Attach a small envelope to keep the animal cards in when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack Flap. Laminate the tracer and add a dry erase marker\/damp paper towel to the activity center toolbox.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're not sure if you can still grab the freebie over at First Grade Garden, but isn't it amazing what you can do with one free printable?!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734193446937,"sku":"A3286","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Very-Busy-Spider-Lapbook-1.jpg?v=1522782229"},{"product_id":"wheres-my-mummy-halloween-writing-craftivity-with-freebie-a7262","title":"\"Where's My Mummy?\" Halloween Writing Craftivity with FREEBIE!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for last minute Halloween ideas? Check out this cute writing craftivity from Jenn over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-freebies-and-opportunity-to.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e! We hadn't heard of the book \u003cstrong\u003eWhere's My Mummy?\u003c\/strong\u003e written by Carolyn Crimi until we stumbled across Jenn's post, but if you get a chance to check it out, it sounds like a cute story! It's on this story that Jenn based her adorable Halloween writing craftivity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaby Mummy Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Finished.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimi's tale follows a baby mummy who isn't frightened by the usual Halloween monsters and 'scariness', but \u003cem\u003eIS\u003c\/em\u003e scared by a mouse. After reading the story, Jenn had her kiddos craft the baby mummy character. They used a paper plate, strips of manilla paper, and black construction paper!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWriting Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Paper-Freebie.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, Jenn had her students complete the following prompt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"When I get scared, my mummy...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can actually download the prompt paper for FREE over at her blog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe've always been a fan of pairing art with writing and reading! What's cool about this particular writing craftivity is that it's not based on your traditional 'Halloween read' and, for younger students, it offers a great opportunity to talk about feelings, particularly what it's like to be scared and how to deal with situations that might make us nervous, scared, etc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215041049,"sku":"A7262","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782358"},{"product_id":"2-spooktacular-halloween-writing-craftivities-a7263","title":"2 'Spooktacular' Halloween Writing Craftivities!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stumbled across these awesome Halloween writing craftivities over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e and thought, if you're in the market for some last minute Halloween activities, these could make a cute addition to your holiday plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHaunted House + Five Senses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading various Halloween stories about haunted houses, Michelle had her kiddos think about what it might be like to visit a haunted house and describe their 'experience' using their five senses. As she prompted them - i.e. \"What would you see in a haunted house?\", What would you hear in a haunted house?\", etc. - her students brainstormed together and completed a super cute anchor chart. In addition to tapping into their senses, Michelle also invited her kiddos to think about how they might \u003cem\u003efeel\u003c\/em\u003e in a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing down all their thoughts, students 'constructed' their own haunted house using black construction paper and crayons, and wrote about visiting a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Jacques Duquennoy's Halloween tale \u003cstrong\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/strong\u003e, Henry the Ghost hosts a dinner party at which the ghost guests turn the colors of the foods they eat! Pulling from this theme, Michelle and her students brainstormed a list of foods that they thought ghosts might like to eat, then they each chose a food and wrote about it - describing and illustrating what the ghost looked like after eating the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreat ideas, right!? For these 'spooktacular' writing craftivities (and lots of other great lesson, craft, activity, etc. ideas!), be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215139353,"sku":"A7263","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg?v=1522782359"},{"product_id":"fall-puppy-chow-graphing-activity-with-free-printables-a7265","title":"Fall Puppy Chow Graphing Activity (with FREE Printables!)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a last minute fall\/Halloween activity? Here's an easy graphing math station (with yummy treats!) that doesn't take much prep time! (That is, it doesn't take much prep time if you're not stopping to take pictures every two seconds!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaking the Puppy Chow\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe most time consuming part will be making the different flavors of puppy chow, but once you get into a rhythm, it's actually pretty simple!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eChocolate Peanut Butter Puppy Chow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Recipe}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 (12 oz.) box Rice Chex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup chocolate chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 cup creamy peanut butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 cup butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bag festive M\u0026amp;M candies {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 1\/2 - 2 cups powdered sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Instructions}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_092455.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the cereal into a large mixing bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_093035.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_093658.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a double boiler or microwave safe container and heat until melted and creamy. [NOTE: The butter tends to melt better if it's cut into smaller pieces.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_093814.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_094055.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir until the cereal pieces are coated. [NOTE: Optional, add a bag of festive M\u0026amp;M candies and toss the cereal again.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_093415.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_094159.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd a cup of powdered sugar to the bottom of a paper grocery bag, pour the chocolate covered cereal mixture into the bag, then top with the remaining powdered sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_094241.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCinch the top of the bag and shake until the cereal is coated with powdered sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_094619.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePumpkin Puppy Chow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Recipe}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 (12 oz.) box Rice Chex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bag pumpkin spice Hershey's kisses candy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 1\/2 - 2 cups powdered sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Instructions}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_094825.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the cereal into a large mixing bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_095532.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_095838.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUnwrap the Hershey's kisses candies and add to a double boiler or microwave safe container and heat until melted and creamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_095930.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_100048.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir until the cereal pieces are coated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_100138.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd a cup of powdered sugar to the bottom of a paper grocery bag, pour the chocolate covered cereal mixture into the bag, then top with the remaining powdered sugar. Cinch the top of the bag and shake until the cereal is coated with powdered sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_101611.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCandy Corn Puppy Chow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Recipe}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 (12 oz.) box Rice Chex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bag candy corn snack size Hershey's bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup candy corn {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 1\/2 - 2 cups powdered sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Instructions}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_100527.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the cereal and candy corn {optional} into a large mixing bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_100917.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_101216.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUnwrap the Hershey's bars and add to a double boiler or microwave safe container and heat until melted and creamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_101305.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_101426.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir until the cereal pieces are coated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_101520.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd a cup of powdered sugar to the bottom of a paper grocery bag, pour the chocolate covered cereal mixture into the bag, then top with the remaining powdered sugar. Cinch the top of the bag and shake until the cereal is coated with powdered sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_102418.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePuppy Chow Graphing Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the puppy chow is made, now it's time for you and your kiddos to have some graphing fun - the activity printables are FREE and all ready to go!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStep 1: Taste and Record\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eProvide students with a sample of each flavor of puppy chow, inviting them to try each kind and record whether or not they like it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/20151028_102741.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Page1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStep 2: Collect Data and Graph the Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHave students vote for their favorite flavor of puppy chow, then graph the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Page3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Page2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStep 3: Analyze the Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFinally, invite your kiddos to interpret\/analyze the results!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Page3Edit.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou can download all of these worksheets for free! Check the resource link below!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734215270425,"sku":"A7265","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Puppy-Chow-Graphing-Activity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782359"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/halloween-lesson-plans\/skill-writing.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}