{"title":"Kindergarten Simple Sentences Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"common-core-crunch-summer-ccss-ela-writing-freebies-a7118","title":"Common Core Crunch - Summer! CCSS ELA \u0026 Writing FREEbies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hi1IzHHp6xY\/UcRCxBoALuI\/AAAAAAAAAko\/3ZhDVK5eL58\/s400\/Slide1.PNG\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're in need of CCSS ELA and writing practice for your first graders, then check out this packet of printables created by Lisa over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/growingfirsties.blogspot.com\/2013\/06\/final-daily-deal-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Firsties\u003c\/a\u003e! The worksheets are perfect for morning work, homework and assessment, and could even be placed in your Sub Tub for last minute work. The skills are geared toward first graders, but you may find them helpful for struggling second graders and\/or advanced kindergartners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a little taste of what will be included in the packet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZlzDK2M9OmY\/UcRDH7q13pI\/AAAAAAAAAkw\/MDOfgiW4vRg\/s400\/Slide3.PNG\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-0jUKc04-s3Q\/UcRDHwkrysI\/AAAAAAAAAk0\/JL5f5pAYirE\/s400\/Slide4.PNG\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePracticed skills range from syllables, to verbs, to vowels, to writing, and even capitalization and punctuation. To grab the entire printable packet, head over \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/growingfirsties.blogspot.com\/2013\/06\/final-daily-deal-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Firsties\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1721312935961,"sku":"A7118","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/commone-core-crunch-summer-cover.png?v=1522258126"},{"product_id":"writer-s-block-a2907","title":"Writer’s Block","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/LG-9027_L.jpg\" alt=\"LEGO pieces\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an interesting way to help your kindergartners review vocabulary, learn about basic sentence structure, and practice building their own simple sentences? Here's an awesome idea from Lindsey Boardman - mother and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.filthwizardry.com\/2010\/07\/diy-spinny-spellers-and-repurposing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFilth Wizardry\u003c\/a\u003e. {It was even featured by Debra Immergut in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familyfun.go.com\/magazine\/familyfun-magazine-archive\/familyfun-december-january-2011\/writers-block-954228\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDisney's FamilyFun\u003c\/a\u003e Magazine!}\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-3279-lego0174-duplo-large-bulk-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLego Duplo blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlank adhesive labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning the activity compile a list of vocabulary or sight words your students have been working on, scripting them onto the labels. Apply each of these labels to the side of a Duplo block. Then have your students practice word recognition (ex. \"Can you find ______?\") and, once they're comfortable with the word choices available, help them \"build\" their own sentences!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activity is unique, uses materials that can be found around the classroom, and breathes new life into a familiar classroom toy! There's even a starter list of vocabulary words for you and your students to enjoy if you visit FamilyFun!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099140633,"sku":"A2907","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/LG-9027_L.jpg?v=1522781665"},{"product_id":"transportation-unit-a2914","title":"Transportation Unit","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1368677930.jpg\" alt=\"Weird School Bus\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n    \tphoto © 2007 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Kevin\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/17021192@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKevin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t|\n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Weird School Bus'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/17021192@N00\/1368677930\" 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\u003eTricia Bardillo, a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lessonplanspage.com\/SSMDOTransportationUnitK.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHotChalk® LessonPlansPage\u003c\/a\u003e contributor, created this awesome, multidisciplinary transportation unit that is sure to be a hit with the kindergarten crowd! She includes writing, reading, and pretend play exercises, as well as other center activities for the week, constructing the lesson around four different forms of transportation: cars, buses, bicycles, and trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting Center Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate transportation journals where students can draw and write about their favorite modes of transportation (i.e. bicycles, airplanes, helicopters, etc.). Consider providing each child with a set of transportation flash cards like the examples below. They are simple to make - all you need is word processing software, free clipart images from the internet, and a printer! \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-331\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Transportation-Unit-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"example transportation vehicle flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eInvite students to paste the card into their journal - coloring it and tracing the word - and write descriptive words in the opposite page or around the card (i.e. big, loud, green, fast, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice simple sentence writing using vehicle names and simple descriptors. You might consider making use of the transportation flash cards in this activity as well. Here are some examples: \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-332\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Transportation-Simple-Sentences.jpg\" alt=\"sample simple sentences with transportation flash cards and adjectives\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eYou might also consider creating adjective cards for students to trace as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up a center for creating safety and traffic signs to place around the classroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCircle Time: Literature \u0026amp; Songs\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBardillo suggests \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStop and Go\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, an interactive book for your kiddos to color as they read, as well as several Donald Crews selections. Here are a few other transportation books that we found:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRed, Stop! Green, Go!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by P.D. Eastman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThomas \u0026amp; Friends: Go, Train, Go!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Rev. W. Awdry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Big Book of Transportation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Caroline Bingham.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn the Go!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Teresa Imperato.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm sure there are many, many more great literature selections as well! NOTE: Be sure to choose a book to go along with each form of transportation studied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find other selections at Bardillos' full post, from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.perpetualpreschool.com\/preschool_themes\/transportation\/newpage41.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePerpetual Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e, at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschooleducation.com\/sland.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Education\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.songsforteaching.com\/transportation.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSongs for Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e, but here are a few of the traditional transportation songs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Wheels on the Bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown by the Station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2c68qD_NExQ\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTransportation Song\u003c\/a\u003e by Peter Weatherall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more lesson details and creative ideas for your block center, pretend play corner, craft time, and more, be sure to visit Bardillo's full post! You might also consider checking out the book, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrafts for Kids Who Are Learning About Transportation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Kathy Ross and Jan Barger from your local library for extra project ideas! And while Bardillo only incorporates a few modes of transportation, don't be afraid to expand on the lesson, including construction vehicles, emergency vehicles, air travel, water travel, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101598233,"sku":"A2914","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1368677930.jpg?v=1522781679"},{"product_id":"bottle-top-sentences-a2924","title":"Bottle Top Sentences","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-479  \" alt=\"homemade bottle top sentence building activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/bottle-top-sentences.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: activitymom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince your kinders are likely on the path to letter mastery, common sight word recognition, and vocabulary expansion, you might try throwing a \u003cem\u003enew\u003c\/em\u003e ball in the air with this fun reading\/sentence building exercise from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/activitymom.blogspot.com\/2010\/07\/bottle-top-sentences.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Activity Mom\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\u003eRecycled white {or light colored} bottle tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphic art tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore introducing this guided exercise at the writing center, compile a list of vocabulary and sight words your kindergartners have been working with, scripting these directly onto the bottle caps with the permanent marker. Also, take time to create a variety of \"sentence cards\" (see example below), to copy and place at the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-480\" alt=\"example sentence cards for bottle top sentence building activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bottle-Top-Sentence-Cards.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eTo complete the activity, students will work to match the bottle top vocabulary words to the correct spot on the sentence card {for extra practice} and then \"read along\" as you go over the sentence with them. With the graphic art tools, invite them to illustrate the sentence card they've just read placing the finished product in their reading folder for continued practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce students are comfortable with basic sentence structure and the vocabulary words, invite them to try creating and illustrating a sentence of their own on a blank sentence card. Not only will this activity help your students build confidence as writers, it can be a permanent writing center activity - all you have to do is periodically update the bottle top words and sentences!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104711193,"sku":"A2924","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/bottle-top-sentences.jpg?v=1522781698"},{"product_id":"storytelling-with-fairy-tale-dice-a2938","title":"Storytelling with Fairy Tale Dice","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4684106464.jpg\" alt=\"Life Is a Game of Chance\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2010 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/jeffanddayna\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJeff Golden\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/46868900@N00\/4684106464\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info \u003c\/a\u003e (via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wylio.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorytelling is a fantastic way for your kindergartners to learn about sentence structure, practice building simple sentences, and strengthen sight word recognition. We found this great lesson example from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/activity\/article\/speakaboo-fairy-tale-dice\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation.com\u003c\/a\u003e lesson writer, Virginia Jean Herrod. In honor of International Children's Book Day {on April 2nd} and famous children's fairy tale author Hans Christian Anderson {whose birthday falls on the 2nd as well}, students will write their own fairy tale using several large dice - that's right, dice! The outline stays the same, but the possibilities are endless as your students \"roll\" and weave new fairy tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFairy Tale Storytelling Dice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst you'll need to create the props. With Styrofoam cubes {or square tissue boxes}, colorful paper, and clear contact paper make the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne character die. {Have students brainstorm and vote for their top six fairy tale characters.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne adjective die.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne residence die. {Have students brainstorm different types of houses\/buildings.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne place\/setting die.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWriting Stories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia suggests following a story model, filling in the blanks by rolling the correct die {kind of like a Mad Lib puzzle!}. Here is her example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Once upon a time there was a...[Roll the character die and insert a character and\/or name].\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...who lived in a...[roll both the adjective and residence dice and insert a description].\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One day [character name] decided to go to...[Roll the place\/setting die and insert place]\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...where she\/he met...[Roll the character die and insert a character and\/or name].\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHere's a completed beginning:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Once upon a time there was [a princess named Jasmine] who lived in a [messy apartment]. One day, Jasmine decided to go to [the corner store] where she met [Eeyore]...\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students continue the story by adding details and events based on the beginning sentences. What did Jasmine \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e at the corner store? Did she buy supplies to fix up her messy apartment? Did she even \u003cem\u003ecare\u003c\/em\u003e about the messy apartment? Do Jasmine and Eeyore become friends? And so on and so on. Whenever your child(ren) or students are ready for a new character or place, have them roll the dice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are \u003cem\u003esure\u003c\/em\u003e to have a blast with this exercise whether they work individually, in a small group, or as a class! At the end, compile a book of your {mixed up} fairy tales to enjoy throughout the year!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107398169,"sku":"A2938","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4684106464.jpg?v=1522781714"},{"product_id":"sight-word-activities-amp-games-for-easter-a2952","title":"Sight Word Activities \u0026amp; Games for Easter","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-682 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/literacy-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Sight Word Kindergarten Literacy Lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly, kindergarten teacher and creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/Monthly%20Centers\/April\/april_centers.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKelly's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, has designed some fantastic Easter sight word activities that would be ideal for spicing up your literacy centers this holiday season {she even offers a few printables!}. Here are a few center ideas that can be adapted to fit the needs of your classroom...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Puzzles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kinders to strengthen sight word recognition and reading skills with these easy to create egg puzzles. Simply script a CVC\/sight word sentence onto the top half of a colorful egg cutout, adding an appropriate sticker or illustration on the bottom half, then laminate and cut apart {with unique lines - i.e. wavy, puzzle piece, zig zag, etc.}, inviting your students to make correct matches. Instead of full sentences, you could also script the CVC\/sight word onto both halves for more focused\/less complex matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-684\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Egg-cellent-Spelling.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Easter Egg Sight Word Game Mat\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg-cellent Spelling Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents won't even know they're \"learning\" with this fantastic \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/Games\/DollarStore\/dollar_store_delights_and_big_lo.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCVC\/sight word spelling game\u003c\/a\u003e! Best played in a group of two or more, here's a list of the things you'll need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Easter basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster eggs in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall pails or Easter baskets {one for each player}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaster spoon or tongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious CVC\/sight word game mats {like the one above}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a marker to script a letter onto the side of each plastic egg or place letter 'cards' inside the eggs {include each unique letter from the focus sight words}. Invite students to take turns scooping several eggs from the Easter basket and placing them in their personal game pail\/basket. As each child takes their turn, encourage the other players to begin opening their eggs and recording\/spelling the sight words on their game mat. After each player has had a turn, all eggs should be returned to the basked, carefully mixed, and the process repeated until someone has spelled all of the sight words on their game mat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110183449,"sku":"A2952","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/literacy-1.jpg?v=1522781730"},{"product_id":"comparing-name-snowmen-a3060","title":"Comparing Name Snowmen","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1472\" title=\"Snowman-Comparison\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Comparison.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math and Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pattonspatch.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe loved the name snowman project we saw floating around Pinterest, but this just takes it to a whole new level! What a fabulous way to teach your kinders about number comparison! We found the extension idea over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pattonspatch.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/comparing-numbers-with-name-snowmen.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Patton's Patch\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe simply had her kiddos create name snowman and paste them, side by side, on a large 'snow-scape' {made from blue and white bulletin board paper}. Then she had her students break up into pairs and write comparative sentences about the snowmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmanda has the same as Olivia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTara has less than Gregory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamantha has more than Tara.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will your kinders practice using important comparative terms - same\/equal to, less than, more than, etc. - they'll get some writing practice as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Mrs. Patton's Patch for lots of great photos of this project, and be sure to hang around for lots of other great activity ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136954905,"sku":"A3060","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Comparison.jpg?v=1522781887"},{"product_id":"fun-with-leprechaun-messages-a3085","title":"Fun with Leprechaun Messages","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1630 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/free_leprechaun_shutterstock_421171571.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Literacy and Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Pagina, Shutterstock\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to review proper sentence structure and punctuation with this fun St. Patrick's Day lesson from Rebecca Banks, feature lesson plan contributor over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lessonplanspage.com\/lastpatricksdayleprechaunpunctuationmessagep-htm\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHotChalk®\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Using the message from the leprechaun (written using focus sight words\/vocabulary), have your students review letter recognition, sentence structure, punctuation, etc., then read the note together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRebecca recommends adding a sweet component to the activity (which we \u003c\/em\u003eknow\u003cem\u003e your kinders will love), so be sure to check out the full lesson idea at HotChalk®!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141739033,"sku":"A3085","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/free_leprechaun_shutterstock_421171571.jpg?v=1522781916"},{"product_id":"popcorn-word-activities-a3129","title":"Popcorn Word Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2083\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Popcorn-Words.jpg\" alt=\"Reading and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping with yesterday's post, we stumbled across these great popcorn word work centers over at Mrs. Morrow's Kindergarten and thought they'd be a great to put in the inspiration folder for next year! With over 20 different activity ideas, we know you'll find something to use! You'll have to visit Mrs. Morrow's blog for the full line-up, but here's a sneak peek at two of our favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePopcorn Word Hunt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilling a simple recycled drink bottle with popcorn kernels and yellow popcorn cutouts printed with various sight words, Mrs. Morrow had her students twist, shake, and roll the bottle to uncover each of the words. To keep track, she provided her kiddos with a recording sheet, inviting them to 'butter' each popcorn word listed {color with a yellow crayon} as they were found. Once each word was colored in, she then invited her students to practice writing them in the provided lines on the recording sheet. Too fun! A scavenger hunt in a bottle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpin A Top Sight Word Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a baking pan labeled with sight words and a top, Mrs. Morrow had her students take turns spinning a top, identifying the word on which the top landed, and marking the correct focus word on their graphing worksheet. The game is over when one column has been completely filled!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are two of the \u003cstrong\u003e20+\u003c\/strong\u003e activity ideas Mrs. Morrow shares on her blog - be sure to visit Mrs. Morrow's Kindergarten for the rest of her awesome word work centers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734150455321,"sku":"A3129","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Popcorn-Words.jpg?v=1522781970"},{"product_id":"summer-olympics-biographies-list-poems-more-a3141","title":"Summer Olympics - Biographies, List Poems, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2152\" title=\"Olympics-Adjective-Bubble-Map\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympics-Adjective-Bubble-Map.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just adore this Summer Olympics Games unit study from Mrs. Williamson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/summer-olympics.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome To Room 36\u003c\/a\u003e! In the last few days of school, Jessica and her kinders completed lots of fun activities - exploring the various sporting events featured at the games, reading biographies of well-known Olympians, writing poetry, etc. While you'll have to visit Jessica's blog for the full set, here's a sneak peek at our favorite Olympics-inspired exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBubble Maps and List Poems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a group, Jessica and her kinders discussed the various adjectives that can be used to describe Olympic athletes -i.e. focused, motivated, etc. Together, they organized their thoughts using a bubble map and then returned to their seats, using the chart to help them compose list poems about Olympians. We love that this activity includes both individual and group components!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best part is Jessica offers her Olympics Unit for sale at her Teachers Pay Teachers site! 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Not only are these centers simple to make, they're also a hit with the kiddos! As Reagan relays, \"\u003cem\u003emy sight word stick centers are the most requested centers I have had all year\u003c\/em\u003e!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocusing on sight words, Reagan used a permanent marker to print a focus word onto each craft stick then placed the sticks into recycled cans {decorated with cute paper + labels, of course!}, creating several sets of sight word craft sticks. Then, she created various worksheets to use with the craft sticks - ABC order, simple sentences, etc. We love that these centers can be used again and again since the sight word combinations are sure to be unique each and every time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a better look at the activities Reagan put together and lots of other fabulous lesson ideas, be sure to visit Tunstall's Teaching Tidbits!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734185156633,"sku":"A3259","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Craft-Stick-Learning-Centers.jpg?v=1522782178"},{"product_id":"characteristics-of-a-soldier-veteran-a4390","title":"Characteristics of a Soldier\/Veteran","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Veterans Day Organizer and Simple Sentence Writing Printables\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4390.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter introducing the various branches of our Armed Forces and exploring the significance of the holiday honoring veterans, brainstorm with your kiddos common characteristics shared by the men and women who serve, and have served, in the military. Not only is this a great way to build vocabulary – reviewing\/learning new words and what they mean – it also offers a fabulous opportunity for your kinders to see the full picture of what a true hero looks like!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce finished with your diagram, have students use what you've discovered about veterans and write simple sentences. For example,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterans are brave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterans are patriotic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterans are team players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterans are loyal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtcetera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a simple organizer and writing worksheet (both pictured above) that you can use for the lesson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734194298905,"sku":"A4390","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4390.jpg?v=1522782234"},{"product_id":"i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art-activity-with-free-printables-a6944","title":"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine - Art Activity with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-complete-1-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Moustache Valentine's Day Activity for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you haven't already jumped on the 'moustache' bandwagon, now's the time! It seems the cute play-on-words moustache theme is popping up everywhere and is exactly why we loved this Valentine's Day idea featured by Abby over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Inspired Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eI Moustache You To Be My Valentine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll want to start by finding a handlebar moustache clip art image online. Then use this image to cut the moustache out of black construction paper and glue it onto a popsicle stick. Next up, take a picture of all your kiddos holding the moustache! Be sure to do this several days in advance so you have time to get the pictures developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Handlebar Moustache Valentine's Picture\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Picture with Handlebar Moustache\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith your developed pictures in hand, have your students complete the FREE \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eworksheet\u003c\/a\u003e provided by Abby. This is a great opportunity for your kiddos to work on writing a simple sentence with quotation marks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine Free Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-part1.jpg\" alt=\"Moustache Valentine's Day Printable Worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the worksheets are complete, have your students cut out the pieces from the worksheet and glue them onto a piece of red contruction paper (you could also use pink, white or purple), along with their super cute photos. Abby also added a large heart doily to enhance the Valentine's Day appeal. 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If you're looking for a way to incorporate a little St. Patrick's Day cheer into your lessons, check out this \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachingwithloveandlaughter.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFREEbie\u003c\/a\u003e provided by Lori over at Teaching with Love \u0026amp; Laughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ABC Order activity is a great way for your kiddos to practice alphabet ordering and writing simple sentences! The cards and worksheet are provided for you FREE of charge and the option is given to use just 6 words or all 12, depending on the age of your youngsters. Be sure to visit Lori's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachingwithloveandlaughter.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e to get your copy and lesson ready to go today!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206619673,"sku":"A6979","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/St.Patrick_s-Day-Preview.jpg?v=1522782306"},{"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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