{"title":"Kindergarten Plant Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"colorful-dried-bean-mosaics-a2297","title":"Colorful Dried Bean Mosaics","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/article\/magical-beans-mosaic\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dried-Bean-Mosaic.jpg\" alt=\"colorful dried bean mosaic spring craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Martha Stewart\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColorful mosaics are a fantastic way to brighten up your home or classroom for spring. We found the idea for this craft while paging through the winter edition of Scholastic's Instructor Magazine, but we're certain there are hoards of similar projects to be found on the web. Since spring is equated with 'rebirth' and new life, we suggest using natural materials, specifically seeds or dried beans\/peas which can be tied into a science lesson on the plant life cycle, growth, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a non-exhaustive list of natural mosaic materials you might try:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack-eyed peas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen split peas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow split peas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavy beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinto beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKidney beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnasazi beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalypso beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunflower seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelon seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the list could go on and on! Provide students with a sturdy base - Ann Wolff the project contributor at Instructor suggests using foam core - and shallow containers of dried materials, inviting them to give the project a go! Use the craft to supplement a lesson on patterning, shapes, or even 100th day activities like Wolff did by having students count and design with ten groups of ten seeds, beans, peas, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www2.scholastic.com\/browse\/article.jsp?id=3755571\u0026amp;FullBreadCrumb=%3Ca+href%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww2.scholastic.com%2Fbrowse%2Fsearch%2F%3FNtx%3Dmode%2Bmatchallpartial%26_N%3Dfff%26Ntk%3DSCHL30_SI%26query%3D100%2520Days%2520Mosaics%26N%3D0%26Ntt%3D100%2BDays%2BMosaics%22+class%3D%22endecaAll%22%3EAll+Results%3C%2Fa%3E\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWinter Crafts and More | Scholastic.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMartha Stewart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107496473,"sku":"A2297","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dried-Bean-Mosaic.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"growing-plants-in-kindergarten-a2941","title":"Growing Plants in Kindergarten","description":"\u003cp\u003eApril is National Gardening Month and, with it being spring {the time of year for budding blooms and new life}, it's the perfect time of year to introduce a unit on botany and gardening! For a fully hands-on learning experience, consider creating a classroom 'garden' for your students to tend and observe. Worried about the mess? Here are some great indoor garden solutions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eNaomi Shulman of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familyfun.go.com\/crafts\/home-garden-projects\/gardening-nature-crafts\/nature-crafts\/plastic-bottle-herb-planters-994871\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFamilyFun\u003c\/a\u003e offers a great tutorial for making planters from recycled plastic bottles, that are self-watering and fit perfectly on the classroom windowsill! The clear plastic will allow your students to see below the surface and keep a growth journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eGot any old trading-card sleeves floating around? FamilyFun's Naomi Shulman provides spectacular instructions for making this clever hanging {and space-saving} garden using these recycled sleeves. No cups to tip over or worrying about getting your plants the proper sunlight, just good old-fashioned learning and fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gardening-growing-plants.jpg\" alt=\"spring kindergarten gardening science activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.littlegiraffes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eWant your students to plant, cultivate, and observe their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e 'gardens' rather than make it a classroom affair? \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\/plants.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes Teaching Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e, a resource for kindergarten teachers, provides directions for creating individual 'greenhouses' where students simulate proper growing conditions {minus the messy soil!} and observe actual sprouts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-608 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gardening-4.jpg\" alt=\"spring gardening science activity for kindergarten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eEver consider plastic food handling\/service gloves an essential part of gardening? Little Giraffes Teaching Ideas shows how this simple kitchen item can be turned into a small, individual 'garden' - allowing for several different types of plants, using an alternative {and less messy!} version of 'soil', and offering a 'picture window' for making observations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit these sites for pictures and directions! Using one {or several} of these projects is sure to make the unit unforgettable!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108282905,"sku":"A2941","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/gardening-growing-plants.jpg?v=1522781719"},{"product_id":"gardening-writing-center-activities-for-spring-a2943","title":"Gardening Writing Center Activities for Spring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-620 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-book.jpg\" alt=\"kindergarten spring gardening writing center activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kellyskindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go along with your spring gardening theme {and \"Encourage a Young Writer Day\"!}, we thought we'd share some great gardening writing center activities we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/Monthly%20Centers\/April\/april_centers.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKelly's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Seed Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet out Kelly's interactive emergent reader printable, inviting your students to cut out the gardening and other vocabulary words {planted, raked, watered, forgot, went, away} and glue them to the correct page. Where there are writing spaces, have your students practice using and scripting the common sight word \"it\". While the pictures will help guide your students through the story, it might also be nice to complete an example book, presenting it at the beginning of the week so that students know what to expect when completing the writing center activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Gardening Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students make special gardening journals using laminated seed packets for the covers {see our previous post on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2917\/valentine-s-day-unit-writing-amp-literacy-center-activities\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplaying card and recycled valentine journals\u003c\/a\u003e for directions\/inspiration!}. Each day, have students complete a prompt:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is your favorite fruit?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is your favorite vegetable?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat would you like to grow in your garden?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePretend that you planted a magic seed. Tell what happened!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe what a gardener needs to do to make seeds grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly suggests creating a prompt sheet that students can cut apart and paste into their journal each day. {She offers a free printable with the above prompts on her site!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope these writing center activities will help your students connect with the unit and be inspired to continue writing at school \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e home!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108676121,"sku":"A2943","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seed-book.jpg?v=1522781721"},{"product_id":"cherry-blossom-math-a2948","title":"Cherry Blossom Math","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-658  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC_0043.jpg\" alt=\"spring cherry blossom kindergarten math center activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrswillskindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a center \"multi-tasker\", here's a great spring craft-math from Deedee at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrswillskindergarten.com\/2011\/04\/math-and-art-at-same-time.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Wills Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e.\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-17655-construction-paper-9-x-12-sky-blue-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlue construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8270-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-magenta.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epink\u003c\/a\u003e, and \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\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-202-pens-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePencil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrintable recording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by having your kiddos draw or trace a tree shape {trunk and branches} onto their construction paper. You might consider finding a black and white clip art image of a tree online {like the one \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wpclipart.com\/plants\/trees\/barren_tree.png.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e}, printing it directly onto the blue construction paper, and having your kiddos \"trace\" the lines with the brown craft paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce dry, provide your kinders with shallow dishes of pink and white craft paint and a pencil, inviting them to dip the pencil eraser into each color and press it to the paper, creating clusters of blossoms. Deedee suggests adding a skip counting component by having students add a specific number of blossoms to each cluster {for her classroom the magic number was 5}. When the tree has been fully decorated, students should then count the total number of blossoms, by 5's or whatever interval they're practicing, and record the figure on the worksheet provided. A successful project for multi-taskers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109397017,"sku":"A2948","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DSC_0043.jpg?v=1522781726"},{"product_id":"eating-the-parts-of-a-plant-a2963","title":"Eating the Parts of a Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a fantastic way to end your spring plant\/botany unit, try this fun activity from Ms. Lopez of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/coloroutsidelines.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/eating-plants.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColoring Outside The Lines\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your kiddos snacking through the parts of a plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"plant-part-thinking-map\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-873 \" alt=\"Parts of a Plant Spring Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/plant-part-thinking-map.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: coloroutsidelines.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare for your plant tasting party, Ms. Lopez suggests creating a thinking map of the parts of a plant. If they haven't already, invite your students to copy the scientific diagram in their science journals and reflect on the following prompt - What might it be like to eat a plant? Describe what a flower, stem, leaf, and roots might taste like. Have your students decide if they would want to eat a plant or if they'd rather not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Tasting Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore school put together a tray of plant parts...roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and even seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoots = Carrots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem = Celery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves = Lettuce or spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower = Cauliflower or broccoli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds = Corn or peas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit = Tomatoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd in a bit of dip and let the snacking begin! Have students record their reactions in their science journal. Did they expect to be handed a carrot when they agreed to sample a root? Broccoli as a flower? While, of course, some of your students will not be partial to vegetables, most of your kiddos will love this fun exercise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe noticed the printable worksheet we were linking to from WSU.edu no longer exists so we decided to create our own version. Hope you enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Eating the Parts of a Plant Worksheet\" alt=\"Eating the Parts of a Plant Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eating%20the%20Parts%20of%20a%20Plant.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734112313369,"sku":"A2963","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/plant-part-thinking-map.jpg?v=1522781743"},{"product_id":"3-simple-science-activities-for-kinders-a2966","title":"3 Simple Science Activities for Kinders","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-893\" title=\"potions3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/potions3.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.activekidsclub.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's important to provide hands on activities for your curious little scientists to explore. Here are three simple exercises that we're sure they'll enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Potions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Armed with recycled jam jars, spoons, and pitchers of water, invite your kiddos to explore the wild plants in the schoolyard, using them to make special potions. Encourage them to think about smell and appearance as they mastermind unique combinations. Twisting a lid onto their jars, have your kiddos complete a write-up back in the classroom {or out in the grass!}. Invite them to record and draw each of the ingredients, write down the exact \"recipe\" {to the best of their knowledge}, name their special potion, and consider what it could be used for. [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activekidsclub.com\/spring\/art-crafts\/make-potions.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eActiveKidsClub.com\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Clouds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring is a fantastic time for cloud watching. Take your kiddos outside, lay on your backs in the cool grass, and talk about these awesome formations {i.e. the types, how they're formed, etc}. See if your students can identify the type(s) of clouds they see in the sky. Of course, you'll want to throw in a few minutes of imaginative play, asking your kiddos to describe the shapes\/objects they can see in the clouds. Consider having your kinders take their science journals with them in order to draw and label their findings {i.e. cumulus puppy dog}. Back in the classroom, with a few household items, your kiddos will be delighted to find that clouds can be made - indoors! [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/4crazykings.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/making-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e4 Crazy Kings\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking a Kaleidoscope. \u003c\/strong\u003eWith milk, food coloring, and dish soap, your students can make their own kaleidoscopes! This may be a great supplement to a lesson on attraction and repulsion as the kaleidoscope and \"movement\" result from the detergent repelling the fat in the milk. [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/melomomma.com\/2011\/05\/milk-and-soap-kaleidoscope-super-duper-cool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMelomomma\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese great activities are sure to keep you miniature scientists interested and even entertained!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734113624089,"sku":"A2966","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/potions3.jpg?v=1522781751"},{"product_id":"planting-a-rainbow-earth-day-craftivity-a3097","title":"Planting A Rainbow - Earth Day Craftivity!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1895 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day and Summer Gardening Kids Craft and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kiboomu.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love mixing literature and crafting and this adorable craftivity, created by Wendy and Sherry of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2012\/04\/02\/earth-day-popsicle-stick-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e, would be a fabulous addition to your Earth Day Lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting A Rainbow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis popular children's book written by Lois Ehlert follows a mother and daughter as they create a beautiful {and colorful!} flower garden - helping children understand how to plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings, and nurture their growth.  Earth Day is all about helping students learn how to take care of the Earth - what things are good for it and what things are harmful to it. This story offers a great opportunity to teach children about cultivating the Earth so that it can thrive into something beautiful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adorable craft Wendy and Sherry designed to go with the story, as well as the fun song they recommend, creates a well-rounded activity that we know your kiddos will love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the craft tutorial and links to download the fun tune, be sure to visit Kiboomu!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144163865,"sku":"A3097","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg?v=1522781931"},{"product_id":"spring-plant-unit-eating-the-parts-of-a-plant-a3112","title":"Spring Plant Unit - Eating the Parts of a Plant","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1978\" alt=\"Spring Garden and Plant Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eating-the-Parts-of-a-Plant.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: dutchhill.sno.wednet.edu\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast May we featured this same activity, but we thought it looked like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dutchhill.sno.wednet.edu\/teachers\/valerie.stensland\/index.php\/april-2011-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Stensland\u003c\/a\u003e and her kindergartners had so much fun snacking on the parts of a plant, that we had to share it again! Not only is it a fun {and unexpected} way to get your kinders to eat their vegetables, as part of a unit wrap-up, it also offers a great hands-on way to review the parts of a plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a tray for each group of students, placing all the food\/plant choices onto paper plates, and set the tray in the middle of the table. As the picture shows, Mrs. Stensland used sunflower seeds, broccoli, celery, baby spinach, and carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEating the Parts of a Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with an inviting them to select a plant part from each plate in the middle of the table and sort it into the correct box on their worksheet. Once everyone has had a chance to participate, review the correct answers, then invite your kiddos to sample the different plant parts! [NOTE: You might consider providing each table with a bit of vegetable dip and each child with a cup of water!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an extension, invite students to record their reactions to each plant part in their science journal - Did they like\/dislike it?, Were they surprised by any of the parts?, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: We noticed the printable worksheet we were linking to no longer exists so we decided to create our own version. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Eating the Parts of a Plant Worksheet\" alt=\"Eating the Parts of a Plant Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eating%20the%20Parts%20of%20a%20Plant.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734147211289,"sku":"A3112","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Eating_20the_20Parts_20of_20a_20Plant_210705b3-7154-4c9a-9330-810a26cac40e.jpg?v=1524853286"},{"product_id":"how-do-plants-grow-a3248","title":"How Do Plants Grow?","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're planning a spring plant\/gardening unit, check out these fabulous printables\/activities that will help you teach your kinders about the plant life cycle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2931\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-001.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eLife Cycle of a Plant Booklet via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/worksheetplace.com\/index.php?function=DisplaySheet\u0026amp;sheet=Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant\u0026amp;links=2\u0026amp;id=\u0026amp;link1=241\u0026amp;link2=242\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWorksheetPlace.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2932\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-002.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eFrom Seed to Plant Sequencing Cards via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachervision.fen.com\/tv\/printables\/orange\/sl-42.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeacherVision\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2936\" alt=\"Spring Plants and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-0031.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHow Do Plants Grow? Sequencing Cards via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftjr.com\/plant-life\/how-do-plants-grow-color\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftJr\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2934\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-004.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHow Do Plants Grow? Booklet via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.woojr.com\/earth-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWoo! Jr. Kids Activities Network\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-2935\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-005.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eGrowth of a Plant Sequencing Cards (included in the Garden Preschool Pack) via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.com\/gardenpreschoolpack.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile similar to each other, each of these printables offers something unique and would make a great addition to your spring plant\/gardening unit. Whichever you choose, be sure to visit each of these amazing websites for your FREE copy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734182764569,"sku":"A3248","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Life-Cycle-Of-A-Plant-001.jpg?v=1522782164"},{"product_id":"learning-about-the-parts-of-a-plant-a3249","title":"Learning About The Parts of a Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are so many cool ways to teach your kiddos about the parts of a plant. Whether you're looking for a simple worksheet or a more hands-on approach, we're certain your kinders will love any one of these great activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2941 \" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/parts-of-a-flower-001.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: madebyteachers.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a simple worksheet from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/madebyteachers.com\/prek-1st\/373-parts-of-a-flower.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMade By Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e. Students can cut out the labels and glue them next to the proper plant part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2943\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/parts-of-a-flower-003.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: squishideasforpreschool.blogspot.com.au\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kinders review the parts of a plant with this colorful puzzle from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.com\/PrintablePacks.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e (included in the Gardening Preschool Pack). You can add a handwriting component by laminating the pieces and inviting your kinders to use a dry erase marker to trace the new vocabulary words once all of the puzzle pieces are in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2945\" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/parts-of-a-flower-005.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: hummingbirded.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrow in some fine motor fun with a \"Parts of a Flower\" play dough mat like this one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hummingbirded.com\/spring.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Drake's Room\u003c\/a\u003e. Students review as they form each part of the plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2942 \" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/parts-of-a-flower-002.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Gregg Aultman\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModels are always fun; especially when they provide unique textures and materials! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/51158145736762331\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGregg Aultman\u003c\/a\u003e had his kiddos make and label a plant model created from a cupcake liner, beads, foam, a craft stick, and yarn. {We especially love the yarn 'roots'!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2944 \" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/parts-of-a-flower-004.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: alittlelearningfortwo.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree dimensional models are also sure to be a hit! Check out this awesome tree model from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/alittlelearningfortwo.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/learning-about-trees.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Little Learning For Two\u003c\/a\u003e! [NOTE: This could also be tweaked to create a flower model too! Simply create a 3D tissue paper flower, attach it to a chenille stem for stability, and thread the pipe cleaner through a green drinking straw 'stem'. The roots can be created from yarn - tie multiple strands to the pipe cleaner hidden in the drinking straw and let them below the edge of the straw - and leaves can be created or purchased, then glued to the straw!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3112\/spring-plant-unit-eating-the-parts-of-a-plant\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2948 \" alt=\"Spring Plant and Gardening Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eating-the-Parts-of-a-Plant.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Stensland\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's one more activity - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3112\/spring-plant-unit-eating-the-parts-of-a-plant\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eone that we've featured a few times\u003c\/a\u003e, but that we figured we'd pass along again because we're certain your kiddos will get a kick out of it. Click on the picture to see how Mrs. Stensland and her students reviewed the parts of a plant by eating them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you have fun with these activities \u0026amp; happy learning!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734182862873,"sku":"A3249","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/parts-of-a-flower-001.jpg?v=1522782165"},{"product_id":"happy-hair-springtime-science-with-seeds-a6992","title":"Happy Hair! Springtime Science with Seeds","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Science with Seeds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Growing-Grass-Seed-Cover-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Science Experiment with Seeds for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is finally in the air! And what a perfect time to learn all about plants and vibrant green grass. The grass in Ohio is finally starting to make a comeback. Yay!! For a cute twist on your typical planting seeds and watching them grow experiment, check out this cute idea featured by Debbie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/springtime-science-with-seeds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHappy Hair!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few days before you are ready to plant your grass seeds, take a head shot of each of your kiddos. With your developed photos in hand, you will only need a few additional supplies: small clear plastic cups, grass seed and a small bag of potting soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students put a small amount of soil into their cups along with their grass seeds. Then, glue or tape on their picture to one side of the cup. Be sure you crop off the top of their heads before doing so. I know it sounds wrong...but trust me, it will turn out very cute!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen spend time over the next few weeks watering and watching the kid's green 'hair' grow in and talking all about plant growth! Super cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Science with Seeds Close Up\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Grass-Seed-Science-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Close Up of Science Experiment with Seeds for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSide Note: If you don't have time to take and develop the photos, you could always have your kiddos glue on faces made from construction paper and wiggle eyes!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207111193,"sku":"A6992","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Growing-Grass-Seed-Cover-blurred.jpg?v=1522782309"},{"product_id":"super-fun-cross-curricular-spring-plant-lesson-idea-a7009","title":"Super Fun Cross-Curricular Spring Plant Lesson Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love cross-curricular studies - especially combining literature and science! Applying learned skills\/concepts to more than one subject simultaneously not only creates a more meaningful learning experience, it also creates a more fluid learning environment as classroom activities\/experiments naturally flow into one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlisha, second grade teacher and creator of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/plantsflowerslife-cyclesspring.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e, paired Lynne Cherry's \"How Groundhog's Garden Grew\" with her science unit on plants\/flowers and it was a huge hit! Check it out...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Groundhog's Garden Grew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/61tXHBuEGqL.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry's tale tells the story of a happy little groundhog who loves to eat fresh vegetables from his neighbor's garden until, one day, a friend shows him the joy of planting his \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e garden. With these new lessons in mind, the story then follows groundhog's gardening journey from start to finish; from seed gathering and planting, to tending the plants and gathering the produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce Alisha and her kiddos read the book, she invites them to discus the problem\/solution of the story. Isn't her anchor chart for the activity adorable!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning About Plants\/Flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been introduced to the concept of growing fruits and vegetables, the book provides the perfect segue into learning about what plants need to grow and the life cycle of a plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlisha and her second graders compared what living things (humans\/animals) need...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e...versus the things that plans\/flowers need to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThen Alisha introduced the life cycle of a plant with this fabulous (and enormous!) display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe learning experience is so much richer when students are encouraged to apply new concepts\/knowledge across multiple disciplines\/subject areas! And it certainly doesn't hurt when your teacher is super creative and can bring the subject alive with creative lessons\/activities! We just love the anchor charts and colorful visual aids Alisha uses, and highly recommend that you check out her other learning ideas over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207406105,"sku":"A7009","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg?v=1522782311"},{"product_id":"7-awesome-spring-literacy-center-ideas-a7039","title":"7 Awesome Spring Literacy Center Ideas!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to spice up your literacy centers, here are some awesome ideas from Julie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/spring-and-plants.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! Do them all or pick and choose; these centers would go great with a spring, plant\/gardening, or even insect theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Planted Underneath?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out these cute carrot containers! They are potentially Dollar Tree finds, but \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.orientaltrading.com\/ui\/browse\/processRequest.do?sp=true\u0026amp;categoryId=553183\u0026amp;tabId=1\u0026amp;requestURI=viewEndecaCategory\u0026amp;No=0\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOriental Trading\u003c\/a\u003e has a ton of cute favor\/candy containers (including carrots!) that would work great for this exercise too! Julie placed letter tiles in each carrot and 'planted' them in a bin of Easter grass, then invited students to select a carrot, use the letter tiles to spell a sight word, and record it on their worksheet. Fun, right!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSight Word Butterflies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a simple center, but is still a great way to get your kiddos some sight word practice! To create the center, Julie printed butterfly clip art onto ten different colors of card stock, cut out the shapes, and added a sight word to each cutout. Provided with recording sheets, students were invited to select a cutout, read the sight word outloud, then color the butterfly on their worksheet to match and print the sight word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoll-A-Letter... To Write\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun, interactive way to provide your kiddos some handwriting practice! Start with a blank paper die template (you can find a bunch with a simple google search) or a blank wooden\/foam die, and add a letter to each side. To complete the center, invite students to roll the die, identify the letter, and practice printing the letter in the appropriate column on their worksheet. You might 'raise the stakes' a little by turning this activity into a small group game. Each player takes turns rolling the die and filling their columns. The first student to completely fill one of their columns 'wins' the race! Students, of course, should continue 'playing' until all of their columns are filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Blends\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create this center, Julie first printed out 12 flower pots onto brown construction paper and added a different blend to each. Next, she printed flower clip art onto 12 different colors of card stock and added a different image to each. To complete the center, students were invited to match the image\/word on the flower with the appropriate flower pot blend and record their answers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eButterfly Spots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity will have your kiddos brush up on their counting skills as well as their color words! Julie added a different number of colored spots to eight butterfly cutouts, then invited her kinders to count the number of spots and identify\/write the color of the spots on their recording sheet. \u003cem\u003eWe just love the repetition that'll give your beginning readers confidence as they read and complete each sentence!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpringtime Sentences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fun exercise that will provide your kiddos with the opportunity to create simple sentences! Julie chose five different spring themed items, printing images of them onto sheets of different colored card stock, and then added a sight word to each picture. To complete the center, students were invited to identify both the picture and sight word, and use both in a sentence. A great way to see how your students respond when given a few 'pieces' of the puzzle and asked to fill in the blanks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant-A-Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis last center offers a great way for your kiddos to practice with ending sounds! Julie created a worksheet filled with flowers\/flower pots and on each flower she added an image. 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