{"title":"Kindergarten Sequencing Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"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":"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":"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":"maps-in-kindergarten-rosie-s-walk-a2897","title":"Maps in Kindergarten: Rosie’s Walk","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-190\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Map.jpg\" alt=\"map and keys\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Steven Husk\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven in the age of GPS and MapQuest, it's important for your students to orient themselves with maps as well as practice giving and following directions. Patricia Bentham, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kindergarten-lessons.com\/kindergarten_maps.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten-Lessons\u003c\/a\u003e, suggests using Pat Hutchins' \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosie's Walk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to introduce classroom map activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLesson Objectives\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess what students already know about maps (i.e. why they're important, what they're used for, types, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce and practice the concept of sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the concept of viewpoint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to create a map.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-2-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Lesson-Plans-Table-Number-1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" title=\"Kindergarten Lesson Plans Table Number 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-177\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eBentham suggests introducing the concepts of sequencing and mapmaking by having students create a story map. Provide students with a piece of card stock and walk them through creating a map of the barnyard including the important landmarks that Rosie visited on her walk. Students can design landmarks with graphic art tools, construction cutouts, etc. When finished help students re-tell the story using their maps.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Lesson-Plans-Table-Number-2.jpg\" alt=\"2\" title=\"Kindergarten Lesson Plans Table Number 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-178\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eTo learn about viewpoints, Bentham suggests designing a fun, hands-on exercise. Using blocks from the classroom play center, she suggests creating a small village with several buildings. Equipped with crayons and a small blank booklet, have your students observe and draw the 'village' from different viewpoints (i.e. from the side, from the top, etc.). Have them predict which viewpoint \u003cem\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e maps are drawn from then show them several maps of your area as you discuss the topic further.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Lesson-Plans-Table-Number-3.jpg\" alt=\"3\" title=\"Kindergarten Lesson Plans Table Number 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-179\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eTo further strengthen student mapmaking skills and introduce map functions, consider dividing the classroom into small sections. Assign a section to each student, inviting them to observe and draw what they see (adding labels if they can). When finished, assemble each child's drawing to create a large map of the room. Examine the map as a class, determining whether a new student or parent would be able to navigate the classroom and find each important center, station, etc. Ask students whether there are any details they should add by asking them about the map's functionality (i.e. will a new student know where to place completed classwork, how to sign in every morning, where to hang their coat, etc.).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Lesson-Plans-Table-Number-4.jpg\" alt=\"4\" title=\"Kindergarten Lesson Plans Table Number 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eCreate a slideshow of the different types of maps (i.e. physical, topographic, etc.). Discuss how each is used and have your students brainstorm why each is important.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the lesson, students should have a pretty good grasp of how maps are used, why they're important, and how to make their own! For helpful lesson pictures and greater activity detail, be sure to read Bentham's full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093373465,"sku":"A2897","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Map.jpg?v=1522781630"},{"product_id":"alphabetizing-animals-a2906","title":"Alphabetizing Animals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-287 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Giraffe-Example-Animal-Card.jpg\" alt=\"example animal card featuring the picture of a giraffe and its name in traceable letters\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eA great way to strengthen your kindergarten students' command of the alphabet is through simple alphabetizing exercises. This activity, found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.localschooldirectory.com\/lesson-plans\/id\/643\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLocal School Directory\u003c\/a\u003e, offers a perfect introductory activity. Your students will love working with the animal cards and they'll be certain to brush up on their ABCs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a set of cards featuring the picture of a different animal on each. The lesson plan creator suggests the following animals - giraffe, bee, fish, dog, elephant, ant, and cat. [NOTE: Don't give them too many or they may feel overwhelmed. This lesson introduces the concept using the first seven letters of the alphabet. Continue with groups of seven until all the letters of the alphabet have been used, then consider extending the exercise to include more letters or letters that do not sit side by side in the alphabet.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your students to place the animal cards in order alphabetically based on the letter their name starts with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider laminating the animal cards and, once students are finished ordering them, provide dry erase crayons to use in tracing the animal names on the cards for some writing practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe couldn't find the actual activity worksheet for this lesson so you'll  have to make your own animal cards (like the example pictured above) or find other pre-made animal worksheets online like these:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm Animal Printables from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kids.scintro.com\/printables\/index2.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScintro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-285 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scintro-Animal-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"Animal Flash Cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kids.scintro.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Cards from Homeschool Creations*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-286 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Homeschool-Creations-Animal-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"Animal Flash Cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[*All you have to do is click the link for the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/gingerbread-baby-lapbook-and-printables.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGingerbread Baby Preschool Pack\u003c\/a\u003e on her site and print the correct pages. While they were created for a  separate activity (one you might want to try!) and they don't follow the  suggested animals, they would certainly be useful all the same!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734098518041,"sku":"A2906","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Giraffe-Example-Animal-Card.jpg?v=1522781661"},{"product_id":"a-week-of-dr-seuss-printable-mini-unit-a2919","title":"A Week of Dr. Seuss - Printable Mini-Unit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-447  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cat-In-The-Hat.jpg\" alt=\"image of Dr. Seuss's Cat in the Hat\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarch 2nd is Dr. Seuss's birthday and, if you haven't already, it might be nice to include some of the famous author's works in your lesson plans - they're quirky, colorful, and inspire some pretty great activities! April Larremore, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e, has put together a spectacular mini-unit that will take some of the guess work out of your planning. Here are a few of our favorite activities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig A, Little a, What Begins With A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Larremore's page template, create an alphabet book as a class. Assign each student a letter, invite them to script the letter in the blanks on the page (paying attention to the proper case), then, armed with graphic art tools, brainstorm and draw as many objects as they can that start with that particular letter. To finish - print the cover of Dr. Seuss's own 'Amazing Alphabet Book' to use as the book's cover, mount each page onto colored construction paper, laminate, and bind each piece together to create a fantastic classroom keepsake book!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foot Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce your students to a new form of measuring using foam feet instead of rulers and measuring tape. Larremore suggests using \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-11663-feet-by-the-foot.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFeet by the Foot™\u003c\/a\u003e, a set of 12 colorful feet \"rulers\", to measure how tall each student is. Have students take turns lying on the floor while another student volunteer lays the feet 'heel to toe' in order to determine height. Keep track of each student's height for graphing - either draw a bar graph on the board or have you students participate to make a \"human bar graph\" (i.e. write height values on the board and have your students line up in front of the correct measurement). Compare and contrast the bars using terms such as \"less than\", \"more than\", \"most\", \"least\", \"average\", etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI Wish I Had Duck Feet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss the special qualities a duck has that makes them well suited for pond living (i.e. webbed feet for swimming, waterproof feathers for staying warm and dry, etc.). Invite students to think of other animals that have unique qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish have gills that allow them to breathe underwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChameleons change color in order to hide from predators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheetahs have long lean bodies and long tails to help them stay balanced and run fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list could go on and on. After the discussion, have students choose an animal part they'd love to have for a day and describe (with drawings and words) their reasons why. Provide students with construction paper and other craft supplies and help them fashion the particular part to use during pretend play. Oftentimes, it will take quite a bit of creativity and problem solving to create the qualities and you're sure to have many giggles along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOh the Places You'll Go!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarremore suggests having your students create hot air balloons, adding a picture of themselves in the basket. On the back or as a journal prompt, invite them to describe where they would go in their hot air balloon. [NOTE: It could be fun to have your students write an adventure book about their day in the air - what they saw, who they met, where they stopped, what they did, etc.] To add in a bit of geography and reintroduce the concept of sequencing, invite your students to \u003cem\u003emap\u003c\/em\u003e their adventures, drawing an item of intrigue to represent each stop on their balloon ride!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great lesson ideas to go along with Dr. Seuss's famous works, be sure to visit Larremore's full post at Chalk Talk!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103629849,"sku":"A2919","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cat-In-The-Hat.jpg?v=1522781692"},{"product_id":"dental-health-printable-activities-a2921","title":"Dental Health Printable Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Tooth-Fairy-Application.jpg\" alt=\"tooth fairy application printable dental health unit worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Tooth-Measurement.jpg\" alt=\"tooth measuring activity for dental health unit\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade Teaching\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go along with children's dental health month, we found two great printable mini-units – one from Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dental-health.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e and one from Kristen at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/first-grade-teachers.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dental-health-and-teeth.html%22\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e. Here are a few of our favorite activities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTooth Fairy Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your kindergarteners brush up on their handwriting and writing skills with this fun tooth fairy application designed by Rachelle. The printable worksheet is adorable and the questions are sure to provoke some cute answers! Our favorite questions - “what will you do with all the teeth you collect?” and \"why will you make a good tooth fairy?\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother printable designed by Rachelle, your students will not only “brush up” on the proper way to brush teeth, they'll be introduced to the concept of sequencing, build writing skills, and strengthen handwriting techniques. Have students illustrate each step in the process or bring in a digital camera to capture them acting out the steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease Lose A Tooth! Emergent Reader\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis emergent reader designed by Kristen combines cutesy clip art images and rhyming prose that your students are sure to love! Read the story as a class, then invite your students to use their imagination to draw what they think the tooth fairy looks like and where she\/he lives when not collecting teeth. In 20th Century Fox's “The Tooth Fairy”, Dwayne Johnson's character uses tools like shrinking paste, invisible spray, amnesia dust, 'cat away', and dog bark peppermints to carry out his mission as the tooth fairy. Invite your students (individually or in groups) to design a tool to make the tooth fairy's job a little bit easier, then have them present their inventions to the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your kindergartners may have practiced measuring with rulers and measuring tapes, it's doubtful they've figured out how many “teeth long” an object is. In this second printable designed by Kristen, students are given teeth cutouts and invited to measure and record the length of several dental hygiene items – toothpaste tube, toothbrush, mouthwash bottle, and dental floss container – in “teeth units”. A fantastically fun twist on measuring! When finished, have students get together in small groups to compare answers, remeasuring to settle any discrepancies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103957529,"sku":"A2921","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Tooth-Fairy-Application.jpg?v=1522781694"},{"product_id":"fun-with-dr-seuss-a2923","title":"Fun with Dr. Seuss","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-473 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr-Seuss-b.jpg\" alt=\"Reading Across America Dr. Seuss Lesson Ideas\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fun-in-first.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Jodi Southard of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fun-in-first.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-unit.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFun in First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e originally created this Seuss unit for her first graders, with a few tweaks {only \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e know the skill level of your students} your kindergartners are sure to enjoy these lessons too! Here are just a few of the activities you'll find in Jodi's printables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhyming with \u003cem\u003eThe Cat in the Hat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity would be perfect in a small group setting. Read for your students the base rhyming words \"cat\", \"fish\", and \"ball\" - consider modifying the worksheet to include pictures of these words to make them more memorable to your kindergartners - then take the word cutouts one by one, inviting your students to glue them under the correct hat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSequencing with \u003cem\u003eThe Cat in the Hat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss with your students the basic parts of a story - beginning, middle, and end. Invite them to keep these in mind as you read Dr. Seuss's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cat in the Hat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Test their memories, as well as their skills at sequencing, by having them draw and write about what happens in the story in the order it happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Antonyms with \u003cem\u003eOne Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss antonyms with your students providing examples and inviting them to make up sets of their own. Hand out Jodi's worksheet and complete the activity as a class or small group. As you match each pair of antonyms, have students draw a line connecting the words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Lessons with \u003cem\u003eThe Lorax\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore reading \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lorax\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, discuss with your students that oftentimes literature attempts to teach its readers a lesson or truth. Invite them to think of a story they've heard that has this purpose. You might also consider having your students tell their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e story - recounting an experience that may offer a piece of advice or life lesson for their fellow students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this idea that stories can convey messages and lessons, read Seuss's story and discuss the questions on Jodi's worksheet, including the lesson the author was trying to convey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great Dr. Seuss lesson ideas, be sure to download Jodi's full unit at Fun in First Grade!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104285209,"sku":"A2923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dr-Seuss-b.jpg?v=1522781696"},{"product_id":"out-of-this-world-space-activities-a2927","title":"Out of This World Space Activities!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a way to breathe new life into your space unit, look no further. Julie, kindergarten teacher and brilliance behind the classroom blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/space-centers-and-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, has put together a phenomenal lineup of \"space stations\" that will have your kiddos learning and having a blast! Here are a few of our favorite activities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-509 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rocket-Number-Order.jpg\" alt=\"rocket themed number sequencing kindergarten lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounting \u0026amp; Number Sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e5, 4, 3, 2, 1...Blastoff! \u003c\/em\u003ePutting a twist on this familiar countdown sequence, Lee invites her students to fill out this fun rocket-themed printable at the math space station - completing each number sequence in order to help the rockets make their way to space. Students practiced counting and writing numbers 1 through 26. This, of course, can be altered to meet the skill level of your kinders.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Astronauts \u0026amp; Writing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLee invited her students to review colors, color words, the week's sight word {\"here\"}, and basic sentence structure using a fun story chart and interactive story worksheets at the writing space station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-508 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Story-Chart.jpg\" alt=\"astronaut themed color story chart\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the worksheet, students copied sentences from the story chart, penning both the sight and color word {using a graphic art tool of the appropriate color} as well as coloring the astronaut next to the sentence. Lee's worksheet works perfectly for this activity, but you might also consider designing an interactive emergent reader {the sentence formatting would stay the same, but there would be one on each page and the astronaut would most likely be bigger}. Students \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e making their own books and would get extra fine motor practice as they punch holes and use a binder ring to assemble their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-510 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/vowel-stamping.jpg\" alt=\"vowel sounds and stamping space themed kindergarten lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVowel Sounds \u0026amp; Stamping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHouston, we have a problem!\u003c\/em\u003e At the literacy space station, students were presented with an important mission - the vocabulary words on the worksheet {helpfully accompanied by a picture of the object} have returned from space with the wrong vowel, find the correct vowel and fix the 'mixed up' words. Lee had students use letter stamps - a great fine motor activity - but you could also use letter stickers, markers, or other tools for the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fantastic activities only brush the surface of the many fun space stations Mrs. Lee designed to go along with her space unit. Be sure to visit her full post for more great ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105104409,"sku":"A2927","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rocket-Number-Order.jpg?v=1522781701"},{"product_id":"cross-curricular-space-day-fun-a2959","title":"Cross-Curricular Space Day Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2924217723.jpg\" alt=\"Space, Space, Space\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for oewf\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/oewf\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eoewf\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Space, Space, Space'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/9054823@N08\/2924217723\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKindergarten teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.space.ecsd.net\/po%20Space%202.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Opyr\u003c\/a\u003e, shares some wonderful learning center activities that would be the perfect addition to your space unit or \"Space Day\" lesson plans. The best part is, the activities aren't limited to science, but have language arts, math, and writing components as well! Here's a sample of our favorite activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExploring Parts of a Day {and the Parts of a Story!}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust as a day has two distinct parts, daytime and nighttime, a story has several basic, but distinct parts; it has a beginning, a middle, and an end. To study this idea, as well as brush up on the concept of sequencing, Mrs. Opyr read Nancy Davidson's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight and Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e {part of the Ginn First Collections program} and then invited her students to illustrate the main events that happened in each part of the book. Have your kinders fold a piece of paper in thirds or provide them with a worksheet {like the one below}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-850\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space_BME1.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten Space Lesson Worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, she invited each of her students to use their \"story boards\" to retell the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a practice round, and to work out the sequencing \"kinks\", divide students into groups of three and have them take turns telling each other the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, have the group \"perform\" the story {each taking a section} in front of the class or invite the students to your desk, individually, to demonstrate their listening skills and their grasp of sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a spin-off of the story, discuss as a class the differences between night and day {i.e. at night we see the stars and the moon v. during the day we see the sun (and sometimes the moon!), but not the other stars, etc}. Talk about the activities that usually take place during the daytime versus the activities we normally do at night. Invite your students to journal about their very different day and night routines - drawing activities from each and penning a several descriptive sentences - using prepared journal pages {like the ones below} or blank page in their notebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-851\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space_ND.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Space Journal Prompt Worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Space Learning Centers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two activities work perfectly for your literacy\/writing centers. Mrs. Opyr suggests the following for your other learning centers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eScience Learning Centers.\u003c\/em\u003e 1) Space Suit Scientific Drawings. Create life-size astronauts by tracing students' bodies and using graphic art tools to decorate. Draw and label the parts of the space suit. 2) Moon Sand Sensory Table. Fill the sensory table with \"moon\" sand, inviting students to sift for moon rocks and other space related objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMath Learning Centers.\u003c\/em\u003e 1) Make Mooncake. Students will get hands on experience with making accurate measurements as well as learn to follow directions. 2) Moon Rock Measuring. Measure the life-size astronauts {made at the science center} in moon rock units. Graph the results to find who is \"the most moon rocks tall\", who is \"the least moon rocks tall\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWriting Learning Centers.\u003c\/em\u003e 1) Space Play Dough Mats. Print space vocabulary words onto card stock {be sure to laminate!} and invite students to form and \"trace\" the words with play dough letters. 2) Write a Book. Collaborate as a class to write and illustrate a book. Mrs. Opyr suggests modeling the book after Carle's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown Bear, Brown Bear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - be sure to visit her space page for the details!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe activities just scratch the surface of the many ideas Mrs. Opyr shares on her space page so be sure to head on over there and check it out!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111264793,"sku":"A2959","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2924217723.jpg?v=1522781737"},{"product_id":"curious-george-goes-to-kindergarten-a2988","title":"Curious George Goes To Kindergarten","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1033 alignright\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/curious-george.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Curious George Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe found this fun lesson at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.readwritethink.org\/classroom-resources\/lesson-plans\/taking-photos-curious-george-986.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eReadWriteThink\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic resource for teachers, and just had to share! Originally written by Dr. Deborah Kozdras and Tiffany Hernandez, and adapted by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.readwritethink.org\/about\/community-stories\/curious-kindergarten-37.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJulie Blair\u003c\/a\u003e, students will be delighted to encounter one of their favorite childhood story character's in the classroom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start off the unit, students will spend time \"getting to know\" George {or perhaps getting to know him \u003cem\u003eagain\u003c\/em\u003e}, by reading books and watching video clips. After teaching your kiddos about using webs to organize information, work on a character web as a group, describing George's attributes. Next, in a whirlwind of fun and activity {which includes field trips \u003cem\u003eall over\u003c\/em\u003e the school and a plush Curious George}, students will then set to work creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e story as teams or groups. Along the way they'll practice sequencing, build writing skills, tackle new technology, learn to work in a group, and much much more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start planning your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e Curious George unit, be sure to visit ReadWriteThink for the full lessons and resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734121521177,"sku":"A2988","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/curious-george.jpg?v=1522781800"},{"product_id":"literacy-center-activities-putting-story-pages-in-order-a3019","title":"Literacy Center Activities: Putting Story Pages in Order","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1238  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3005817681_ea8e0b9875_b.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: flickr.com | Anthony Kelly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to develop beginning reading skills is by having students practice putting story scenes\/pictures in a logical order. For your kindergartners, start with a familiar story, photocopying the illustrations and inviting them to arrange the prints from memory in the proper order. When finished, physically flip-flop several of the book pages, showing your students how the story wouldn't make any sense and wouldn't flow properly if the prints were mixed up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this concept in mind, create a literacy center, setting out photocopied storybook pages {simple stories that are unfamiliar to your students} and having students practice putting the pages in a logical order. To help them get the hang of it, consider doing a few examples as a group or having them work with partners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128664601,"sku":"A3019","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3005817681_ea8e0b9875_b.jpg?v=1522781837"},{"product_id":"indoor-games-for-parties-or-bad-weather-days-a3021","title":"Indoor Games for Parties or Bad Weather Days!","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerusing Amy's posts at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.theidearoom.net\/2011\/04\/hopscotch-play-mat-by-a-girl-and-a-glue-gun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Idea Room\u003c\/a\u003e, we discovered that felt can be a magical crafting material and provide your kinders with hours of indoor fun - specifically when used to bring outdoor games inside! As we head into the winter and holiday season, you might just want to put one or two of these game ideas on your crafting to-do list. They would make great party activities or simply provide your kiddos with a way to \"get their wiggles out\" when it's too gross to go outside!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1248 \" title=\"Hopscotch-Mat\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hopscotch-Mat.jpg\" alt=\"Gross Motor Indoor Games Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.theidearoom.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome hopscotch mat! The mat itself is made from canvas so it's super durable and the whole activity folds up neatly for storage. What a fabulous way to help your kiddos review numbers, learn about sequencing, and strengthen gross motor coordination!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1249 \" title=\"Dart-Toss-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dart-Toss-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Gross Motor Indoor Games Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.theidearoom.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this fabulous floor bean bag \"darts\" game. Students stand at a predetermined start line and toss felt bean bags {with fun fringed tops} onto the play mat to earn points. This is a fantastic way to provide your kiddos with number and addition practice, as well as build gross motor control!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: To make these into party games, simply use felt in the color scheme of the holiday. For Halloween, alternate black, orange, purple, and lime green. For Thanksgiving, try orange, yellow, tan, and brown. And, for Christmas, use red, dark green, and lime green! You get the picture...]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Amy's blog for this tutorial as well as lots of other great projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128992281,"sku":"A3021","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hopscotch-Mat.jpg?v=1522781839"},{"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":"if-you-give-a-cat-a-cupcake-literacy-games-printing-practice-a3029","title":"If You Give A Cat A Cupcake - Literacy Games \u0026 Printing Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1296\" title=\"Cat-Cupcake-Book-Cover\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cat-Cupcake-Book-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"If You Give A Cat A Cupcake Book Cover\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren just love the \"If You Give...\" books written by Laura Numeroff. We found this cute literacy lesson plan for your kinders at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/izziemacandme.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/if-you-give-cat-cupcake.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eIzzie, Mac and Me\u003c\/a\u003e - the activities go along with Numeroff's If You Give A Cat A Cupcake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReading Comprehension Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading the story, test your kiddos' comprehension with this fun game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/if-you-give-cat-cupcake.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Al La Carte\u003c\/a\u003e. The {FREE} printable comes complete with game board and question cards. [NOTE: If you think the questions will be too complex for your kinders, consider creating your own.] This is a fun and unique way to determine how well your students listened during story time.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupcake Printing Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go along with the cupcake theme, have your kiddos try their hand at this fun letter writing worksheet from Kindergarten Hoppenings. It's a great way to review the alphabet as well as provide your students with printing practice. [For extra practice, invite your kiddos to complete the worksheet, first with lower case letters, and again with upper case letters.] Of course, you can find the {FREE} download at Kindergarten Hoppenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the fun unit activities found at Izzie, Mac and Me - be sure to check out the full post for more phonics\/literacy activities and printables!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130630681,"sku":"A3029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cat-Cupcake-Book-Cover.jpg?v=1522781849"},{"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":"snowman-sequencing-a3053","title":"Snowman Sequencing - FREE Printable Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1434\" title=\"snowman sequence\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-sequence.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Sequencing and Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the conditions certainly can't be categorized as \"snowman making weather\" here in Northeast Ohio {seriously, I don't even care if it looks like a light frost, I just want \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e white this Christmas!}, we thought your kiddos could get in some 'practice' time with this adorable activity from Mrs. Hodson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/holiday-hoopla-and-freebies.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToday in First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! It will strengthen both ordering, as well as writing skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, provide your kinders with the snowman cards {Mrs. Hodson generously provides a free printable worksheet at her blog, so be sure to head over there for the download!}, inviting them to place the events displayed on the cards in the proper sequence. Next, using the cards as a reference, have your kiddos write a mini tutorial for building a snowman using a 'first', 'next', and 'last' approach. 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The concept is quite simple, but is sure to help your kiddos review numbers and ordering, as well as provide them with a bit of printing practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHere's how the activity works...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the activity, determine various focus number sequences and create a set of number cards for each. Be sure to use different winter themed clip art so that students can tell each sequence apart. To complete the activity, invite students to sort the number cards into groups by image {i.e. all the red sleds with the red sleds, the blue mittens with the blue mittens, etc.}, then work on each individual set, putting the numbers in order from least to greatest. For the last step, have your kiddos record their work on a recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the best part, not only did Michelle come up with this fun winter center idea, she offers this activity, along with lots of other great learning exercises, for purchase at her \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Wonderful-Winter-Math-and-Literacy-Centers\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Pay Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e site. If you don't have the time or creativity to create your own, be sure to check hers out!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135709721,"sku":"A3054","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Number-Order-Winter-Center.jpg?v=1522781880"},{"product_id":"easter-craftivity-the-life-cycle-of-a-butterfly-a3089","title":"Easter Craftivity - The Life Cycle of a Butterfly","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpring and Easter are about renewal, metamorphosis, and new life. That's why the season offers a great opportunity for introducing life cycles - stages of growth - to your kinders. Yesterday we featured a fun craft\/lesson that worked through the life cycle of a chicken. Today we found several cute ideas that will have your kiddos learning about the life cycle of a butterfly.\n\nAs you talk about the different stages of growth, your kiddos will practice putting various events in order {perhaps using sequencing words like first, next, then, last, etc.} and will expand their vocabulary as you discuss what metamorphosis means and what a chrysallis is. We \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the idea of modeling the life cycle of a butterfly with pasta! Here are some fabulous ideas for creating your own...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1662   aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.somewhatsimple.com\/2010\/06\/monarch-butterflies.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSomewhat Simple\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1663 aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dressesandmesses.wordpress.com\/2009\/04\/14\/pasta-butterfly-lifecycle\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDresses 'n Messes\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-2.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/0910prekb.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/life-cycle-pasta-project.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Crain and Mrs. Robeano's Pre-K Class\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1665  aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Science Butterfly Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.drjean.org\/html\/monthly_act\/act_2006\/04_Apr\/pg02.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDr. Jean\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, while there's no picture, Mandy Wallace over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lessons.atozteacherstuff.com\/332\/life-cycle-of-a-butterfly-pasta-activity\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e suggests using an actual butterfly cutout - divided into four sections - to display your noodle life cycle model!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142558233,"sku":"A3089","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/noodle-butterfly-lifecycle-2.jpg?v=1522781921"},{"product_id":"construction-unit-how-to-build-a-house-a3090","title":"FREE Construction Unit - How To Build A House","description":"\u003cp\u003eKick start your construction unit with this fun writing exercise that invites your kiddos to draw and describe how they would go about building a house! We suggest dividing students into teams and have each group work together to brainstorm step-by-step instructions. Once each team has had a chance to complete their worksheet, invite each group to share their ideas with the class, compiling a list of suggested steps. With the list of steps {perhaps with a few guided suggestions}, have your kiddos work as a class to determine the best way to build a house. This can be a great opportunity to introduce new vocabulary words like architect, blueprint, contractor, project manager, site supervisor, etc. and is a fun way to review sequencing {and sequencing terms like first, next, then, and last!}.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734142820377,"sku":"A3090","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/How-To-Build-A-House.jpg?v=1569291570"},{"product_id":"apple-poetry-sequencing-a3172","title":"Apple Poetry \u0026 Sequencing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2342\" title=\"Apple-Sequencing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and Fall Sequencing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last activity {but certainly not least!} in our apple activity round-up for fall and\/or \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e, is this super cute exercise from {where else?} Deanna Jump over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/farm-and-apple-fun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e! Combining a cutesy poem with crafting and sequencing practice, we know this craftivity will be a hit with your kinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome considerations...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor younger students, find black and white clip art online, printing the images for each step in the sequence onto colored construction paper and inviting your kiddos to cut them out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a handwriting component, using a tracing font to create the poem labels and inviting your kinders to trace the words. 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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":"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? 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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":"alphabet-sequencing-activity-with-variations-a3276","title":"Alphabet Sequencing Activity (with Variations)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3137\" alt=\"Alphabet Sequencing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/001.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nWant to assess your new kindergartners' command of the alphabet?  Here's a fun center activity, with a cute\/colorful ruler back-to-school theme, that invites your students to identify the letters on the card, fill in the missing letter, and print the full sequence on their recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to get more mileage out of the activity, you might consider simply creating cards with single upper case letters on them that can be used with various recording sheets. For example;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you write the letter that comes after?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you write the letter that comes before?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you write the lower case letter?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's simple to create your own activity; all you need is word processing software. The fun clip art, borders, and backgrounds make the activity look appealing, but they're not needed. And, of course, you can add whatever images you want in order to fit your classroom theme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734188859417,"sku":"A3276","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/001.jpg?v=1522782201"},{"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":"how-to-get-on-the-nice-list-christmas-writing-activity-a4425","title":"\"How To Get On The NICE List\" Christmas Writing Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Kindergarten Christmas Writing Activity\" alt=\"Kindergarten Christmas Writing Activity and Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Christmas-Writing-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity is pretty self-explanatory! If you're looking for a fun way to develop your kiddos writing and sequencing skills, this Christmas themed activity and printable writing prompt offers a great opportunity for students to devise a step-by-step plan for getting on (or staying on!) Santa's \"nice list\". The printable works whether you have your students simply number each step or want them to practice with a 'first, next, then, last' approach when relaying their strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195609625,"sku":"A4425","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Christmas-Writing-Activity.jpg?v=1522782242"},{"product_id":"free-28-page-printable-christmas-prek-pack-a7272","title":"FREE 28-Page Printable Christmas PreK Pack!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Martha Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this amazing FREE printable Christmas pack from Cat over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marymarthamama.com\/kid-stuff\/christmas-preschool-pack-free-printables\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMary Martha Mama\u003c\/a\u003e! Containing 28 pages and 13 fun activities - it's a veritable gold mine of festive learning activities that your kiddos are sure to enjoy! You'll have to visit Cat's blog for the download, but here's a teaser list of the skills\/activities you'll find inside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-ActivityCollage.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Martha Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter tracing practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor lacing cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrewriting line tracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWord puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter block spelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory matching game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStory sequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter recognition and tracing practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwriting practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorytelling props\/craft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlong with the amazing pack of printable worksheets, Cat also shares her family's favorite Christmas traditions - movies, books, etc. - so be sure to head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marymarthamama.com\/kid-stuff\/christmas-preschool-pack-free-printables\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMary Martha Mama\u003c\/a\u003e for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215532569,"sku":"A7272","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-Cover.jpg?v=1522782361"},{"product_id":"snowmen-ten-frames-freebie-a7182","title":"Snowmen Ten Frames FREEbie!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Snowmen Ten Frames FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-ten-frame-freebie.jpg\" alt=\"Ten Frames Snowman Activity for Winter\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Primary Inspiration\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a seasonal idea for practicing ten frames with your kiddos this winter, check out this activity provided by Linda over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2013\/12\/snowman-ten-frames-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e. The ten frames and corresponding worksheet are provided as FREEbies and offer the opportunity to practice ten frame recognition for the numbers 0 through 10. We love that this idea will get your kiddos up and out of their seats for practice! A nice break from your typical centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you begin the activity, place the snowman ten frames in various spots around your classroom. Then have students walk around and complete the worksheet, documenting the number represented on each snowman. You could also use the ten frame snowmen afterwards to practice sequencing in your math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2013\/12\/snowman-ten-frames-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e to grab the FREEbie and to check out Linda's fantastic blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215893017,"sku":"A7182","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowman-ten-frame-freebie.jpg?v=1522782363"},{"product_id":"the-hungry-caterpillar-sequencing-activity-a7283","title":"The Hungry Caterpillar Sequencing Activity","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Hungry-Caterpillar-Sequencing-Activity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Creating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are huge Eric Carle fans and love this fun sequencing activity created by Erin over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creatingandteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/hungry-caterpillar-sequencing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e! It's simple, but if you're planning on including Carle's popular children's book \u003cstrong\u003eThe Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e in your spring lesson plans or bug unit, it's sure to make an excellent addition to your plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Hungry-Caterpillar-Sequencing-Activity-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Creating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activity is pretty simple to recreate because Erin points you in the direction of the clip art she used to create the food pieces. All \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e have to do is resize and print the images, cut out the pieces, and laminate them for durability. 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