{"title":"Kindergarten Spelling Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"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":"hide-and-seek-animals-words-a2970","title":"Hide-and-Seek Animals \u0026 Words","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-917 \" title=\"hiddenanimals1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/hiddenanimals1.jpg\" alt=\"Animal Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.playingbythebook.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe loved this thoughtful post by Zoe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.playingbythebook.net\/2011\/05\/25\/playing-hide-and-seek-in-pictures-and-words\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlaying by the Book\u003c\/a\u003e and had to share. Whether inspired by literature to create fantastic projects or prompted by a project to search out a fun book, Zoe and her family are all about words and it shows in this fun hide and seek animals and words activity she created!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by exploring Ellie Sandall's new book, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaisy Plays Hide-and-Seek\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not only is it a story time gem {your kinders will love searching the pages along with Jake to find where Daisy the cow may be hiding}, it will provide your kiddos with inspiration for creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e animal hide-and-seek book {or when exploring the classroom book in the literacy center}!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigning A Hide-and-Seek Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a full-size booklet. Zoe and her daughter liked the idea of a concertina booklet {see the original post for directions}, but you can also make a standard booklet by stacking sheets of colored construction paper and holding them together with staples, yarn, or binder rings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue a full sheet of colorfully patterned paper to the front of each piece of construction paper in the booklet, excluding the cover. [NOTE: 6x6 or even 9x9 patterned origami paper works perfectly for this!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the same paper patterns, create various animal shapes, cutting them out and creating a card stock backing to make them sturdier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the patterned animal shapes to the matching paper in the booklet and use a fastener to attach them to the page. The animals 'magically' disappear!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoe suggests using the blank pages beside each hiding animal to create anagrams with common animal names for your kiddos to solve {i.e. \"Monkey\" becomes \"onkMey\", etc}. If you think this is too advanced for you students consider providing them with animal labels backed with a Velcro dot and an envelope glued to the back cover of the book to keep them in. As students identify the animal playing hide-and-seek on the page, invite them to sift through the animal names and stick the appropriate one on the Velcro dot that has been positioned on the opposite page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-914\" title=\"Hide-and-Seek-Book-3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hide-and-Seek-Book-3.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Animal Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou could also paste the animal name label under a construction paper flap for you kiddos to \"discover\" once they identify the animal on the print. Add a fantastic literacy element by providing an envelope of letters for students to practice identifying as well as use to spell out the name of the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-915\" title=\"Hide-and-Seek-Book-7\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hide-and-Seek-Book-7.jpg\" alt=\"Animal Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhether they make their own books or explore a classroom book, this is a fun activity that your kinders are sure to enjoy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115360793,"sku":"A2970","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/hiddenanimals1.jpg?v=1522781762"},{"product_id":"literacy-center-activities-sight-word-sundaes-a2985","title":"Sight Word Sundaes: Fun Literacy Activities for Preschoolers \u0026 Kindergartners (Includes FREE Templates!)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to review sight words this summer? Try having your kinders construct sight word \"ice cream\" sundaes! The activity is super simple to put together and will definitely compliment your summer themed literacy centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1010\" alt=\"Sight Word Literacy Center Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Sundae-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe used a template {available for download below}, along with construction paper in various \"ice cream\" colors {i.e. pink, tan, white, brown, mint green, etc} and word processing software, to create sundae bowls labeled with focus sight words, as well as scoops of ice cream displaying the individual letters found in the chosen sight words {along with a few \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e found in the various words to make the exercise more challenging}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1011\" alt=\"Sight Word Literacy Center Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Sundae-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with the bowl and scoop cutouts, invite your kinders to \"build\" the selected sight words {and a colorful \"ice cream\" sundae!} by matching the mixed up letter scoops to the words on the bowls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734119850009,"sku":"A2985","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Sundae-1.jpg?v=1522781789"},{"product_id":"fun-with-spelling-a2992","title":"Fun with Spelling","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moveable-alphabet-spelling.jpg\" alt=\"Spelling and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1063\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pinkprincesskingdom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a simple spelling exercise we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinkprincesskingdom.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/spelling-using-moveable-alphabet_25.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKingdom of the Pink Princesses\u003c\/a\u003e that is sure to strengthen your kinders' command of the alphabet and phonics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivity mat {a fun place mat would work perfectly}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter manipulatives {they can be wooden, plastic, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-593-magnetic-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emagnetic\u003c\/a\u003e, stickers, or anything else you can think of!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObjects from around the classroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity simply set out the mat, letters, and the bin of collected objects. One at a time, have your kiddos pull out an item, using the letter manipulatives to sound out and spell the word. [NOTE: If you wish for them to be able to spell multiple words at a time, you'll need several sets of letters!] For less advanced learners, you might set out both the objects and word cards for students to match then practice spelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to check out the full post at Kingdom of the Pink Princesses where they describe the types of materials used and where to get them!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734122143769,"sku":"A2992","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/moveable-alphabet-spelling.jpg?v=1522781803"},{"product_id":"writing-prompt-5-winter-words-a3036","title":"Writing Prompt - 5 Winter Words","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1338 \" title=\"Winter-Writing-Prompt\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Writing-Prompt.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pinterest.com | Marie Manning\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this adorable winter writing prompt while looking for Christmas activities on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/334084912\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePinterest \u003c\/a\u003e{uploaded by Marie Manning} and thought it was too cute not to share! While your kinders might not know exactly how to spell each of the words, it's a great exercise and a fabulous vocabulary booster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Writing Prompt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to think of five things that go with winter - drawing and labeling them as best as they can. Create a worksheet to go along with this prompt or simply have your kinders complete the exercise in their journal. After completion, compile a list of all the winter words your students came up with, writing them on a snowflake or snowman cutout to display during the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132432921,"sku":"A3036","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Writing-Prompt.jpg?v=1522781860"},{"product_id":"easter-themed-word-work-center-a3087","title":"Easter Themed Word Work Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1644 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Literacy-Lesson-Plan.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Literacy and Spelling 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 realize that the original scope of this word work center from Mrs. Patton, kindergarten teacher and creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pattonspatch.blogspot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Patton's Patch\u003c\/a\u003e, was probably not strictly geared for Easter - but the word cards {or \"Spellominoes\"} looked so darn much like Easter eggs that we had to feature it leading up to the holiday! :]\n\nThe concept is quite brilliant...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike various games played with dominoes, students are invited to line the 'spellominoes' up, partnering the letters\/word chunks on each piece to create a word {see photo above or example below}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1642\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Word-Work-Example.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is such a fun, low pressure way of providing your kiddos with reading practice! So long worksheets ~ hello Spellominoes!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142328857,"sku":"A3087","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Literacy-Lesson-Plan.jpg?v=1522781920"},{"product_id":"word-rocket-spelling-writing-amp-counting-a3123","title":"Word Rocket - Spelling, Writing, \u0026amp; Counting!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2044\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Word-Rocket.jpg\" alt=\"Sight Word Game and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.playdoughtoplato.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recently stumbled upon Malia's blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.playdoughtoplato.com\/2012\/05\/02\/word-rocket\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlaydough To Plato\u003c\/a\u003e, and it has become another fast favorite! Check out this fabulous spelling, writing, and counting game she invented for end-of-the-year review\/practice...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents take turns rolling three game die - 1 vowel dice and 2 consonant dice. If they can arrange the letters rolled to create a CVC word, invite them to record the word on their page and pass the die to the next player. If they can't, they'll skip their turn and try again next time. The first player to create 10 words initiates 'blast off' and wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best part is, Malia provides a printable game board for your kiddos to use! Be sure to visit Playdough To Plato for the download, recommendations for putting the game together, and lots of other great resources!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149210137,"sku":"A3123","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Word-Rocket.jpg?v=1522781962"},{"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-sight-word-soccer-a3145","title":"Summer Olympics - Sight Word Soccer","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2187\" title=\"Sight-Word-Soccer\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Soccer.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.playdoughtoplato.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust in time for the summer Olympic games, we found this super fun sight word soccer game created by Malia over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.playdoughtoplato.com\/2012\/07\/24\/sight-word-soccer\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlaydough To Plato\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would a perfect fit! It will get your kiddos excited about the games and help them review sight words using a learning strategy known as \"spell, cover, check\" - i.e. students first identify the sight word, saying as well as spelling it, then cover the word and try to spell it from memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoccer field and sigh word soccer ball printables {available for FREE over at Playdough To Plato}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled bottle caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoster board or tag board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: We suggest attaching the soccer field printable to a scrap piece of poster or tag board and running it through the laminator to reduce wear and tear.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only does this game take literacy skills, in order to score points, students must also be able to aim\/control the sight word soccer balls to make goals! It looks like tons of fun and will totally get them in the mood to watch the Olympics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the game printables and rules, be sure to visit Playdough To Plato!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153240601,"sku":"A3145","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Soccer.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"product_id":"pirate-themed-math-literacy-centers-a3165","title":"Pirate Themed Math \u0026 Literacy Centers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2305\" title=\"Pirate-Elementsofastory\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pirate-Elementsofastory.jpg\" alt=\"Pirate Themed Math and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nancynolanskindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some fun pirate themed center activities, you'll want to check out these great exercises from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/nancynolanskindergarten.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Pirate\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNancy Nolan's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElements of a Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin their pirate unit, Nancy and her kinders explored some fun pirate books and, in the process, reviewed the elements of a story - setting, characters, plot, etc. For each story, they completed a story worksheet, drawing pictures of each element and writing a short description. This is a great way to provide your kiddos with some printing and spelling practice as well as encourage them to listen closely to the story so that they can identify the different elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePirate Ship Addition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a way to practice addition skills, Nancy invited her kiddos to \"roll a pirate ship\"! Armed with dice, a game key, and pirate ship parts, students took turns rolling the dice, adding the numbers displayed, and collecting the corresponding ship part. The player who builds their entire pirate ship first, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these and other fun pirate activities, be sure to visit Nancy Nolan's Kindergarten!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734156615705,"sku":"A3165","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pirate-Elementsofastory.jpg?v=1522782006"},{"product_id":"writing-center-using-individual-writing-folders-a3257","title":"Writing Center - Using Individual Writing Folders","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2999 \" alt=\"Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Writing-Notebook-for-Kindergartners.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: castlesandcrayons.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there will always be questions to field and help to be had, equipping your beginning writers with a writing folder that's stocked with goodies and useful tools is a great way to help foster more independent writers. Kelli over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/castlesandcrayons.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/wild-about-writing-writing-folders.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCastles and Crayons\u003c\/a\u003e offers a glimpse into her kiddos writing folders and we thought they would make a great jumping off point for those who don't already incorporate this into their lessons, but wish to!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA sneak peek inside...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelli begins her writing unit by introducing several important topics - WHY writers write and WHAT writers write. Inspired by a fellow teacher blogger, she uses fun anchor charts to aid in the discussion of the topics. [While it isn't mentioned, we love the idea of taking and printing pictures of the anchor charts to place in your kiddos writing folders. That way they can use it as a resource and refer back to it any time they want!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the anchor charts, here are other items you might consider including in your writing folder:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn alphabet chart featuring picture clues and the full alphabet in both upper and lower cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA personal dictionary for words they have a hard time remembering how to spell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamples of  how to generate topics and organize thoughts using word webs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA heart web that features the various topics each individual student is passionate about and likes to write about - i.e. baseball, family, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamples of various types of writing - lists, letters, stories, etc. - that you've worked on in class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe're certain this is just the tip of the iceberg, but we highly recommend visiting Kelli's blog for more details and pictures of the elements she includes in her kiddos' writing folders!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734184730649,"sku":"A3257","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Writing-Notebook-for-Kindergartners.jpg?v=1522782176"},{"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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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":"crocodile-snap-alphabet-game-for-kids-a7303","title":"Crocodile Snap! Alphabet Game for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Crocodile Snap! Alphabet Game for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crocodile-snap-game.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Game - Crocodile Snap!\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Growing Kinders\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd excitement to letter practice with this super cute Crocodile Snap! game Kathleen featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/growingkinders.blogspot.com\/2013\/07\/alphabet-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Kinders\u003c\/a\u003e! All you'll need is a Cascade pouch container, green craft foam, wiggle eyes, green pom poms and the FREE printables Kathleen provides in her \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Crocodile-Snap-An-ABC-Game-790795\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTPT store\u003c\/a\u003e. The game is played simliar to \"bam\" and can be used in a large or small group setting. What a great way to add a touch of fun to your literacy center activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's how to play:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the crocodile container with letters and snap! cards (print out extras of the letters your kiddos need help on) and place the container in the middle of the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Crocodile Snap! Alphabet Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crocodile-snap-game-closeup.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Game for Kids - Crocodile Snap!\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Growing Kinders\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents take turns pulling a letter out of the crocodile's mouth - you can have them either practice saying the letter, or the sound the letter makes. If they get the letter correct, they can place it in the center. If they get the letter wrong it goes back in the crocodile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Crocodile Snap! Alphabet Cards\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crocodile-snap-game-letters.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Cards for Crocodile Snap!\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Growing Kinders\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a student pulls out a snap! card, all your kiddos snap their arms together like a crocodile and say \"snap, snap!\" All the cards in the middle then get put back into the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrocodile Snap! is such a fun way to work on letter recognition and sounds! 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