{"title":"Kindergarten Summer Lesson Plans","description":"","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":"beach-themed-preschool-activities-a2166","title":"Beach-Themed Preschool Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great way to infuse summer into your preschool lessons is with beach-themed literature, games, and activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Who Lives in the Ocean?\" Matching Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearch online for colorful pictures of sea life. You'll need about 20 different pairs so brainstorm before you hit the net. Animals you may wish to include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainbow Fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOctopus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJellyfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStar Fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea Horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea Turtle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the list could go on and on. Print the pictures onto 3\" x 5\" pieces of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21258-white-card-stock-40-sheet.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e and laminate them to protect against wear and tear. Not only will your students learn about the different creatures that live in the ocean, they'll be testing their working memory as they try to make matches during the game. If you don't have the time to make your own card game, you could also purchase a pre-made set of cards.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Crabby\" Hands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring art time, invite your students to make hand print crabs. You'll need light blue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, orange or red \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-9647-activa-beach-sand-3-lb-box.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esand\u003c\/a\u003e, and sea shells. Ask your students to fold their piece of paper in half (hamburger style) then, using a paint brush, instruct your students to paint their right hand and press it firmly in the middle of the paper to the right side of the crease (fingers pointing toward the right edge of the paper, thumb pointing to the top). Have them repeat the process with their left hand ensuring that their second print is placed beside the first (to the left of the crease with fingers pointing to the side, thumb pointed up). Once the paint has dried, complete the scene with wiggle eyes glued to the thumbprints, sand glued to the bottom edge of the paper, and seashells scattered throughout the \"beach\".\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThemed Sensory Table \u0026amp; Story Time\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\nFor directions on creating a beach-themed sensory table, as well as related books your students will enjoy during this unit, be sure to check out our previous post, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2126\/preschool-goes-to-the-beach\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Goes to the Beach\u003c\/a\u003e. You're students will feel as if they've gone on a 'mini-vacation'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/ocean-theme-at-preschool.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman: Ocean Theme at Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086033433,"sku":"A2166","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"magnificent-may-math-center-ideas-a2962","title":"Magnificent May Math Center Ideas!","description":"\u003cp\u003eAllie Magnuson, Scholastic Classroom Solutions blogger, has put together an incredible list of math activities, exercises, and games for the month of May! Her exciting themes, spanning from \"The Price Is Right, Kindergarten Edition\" to a classroom \"Counting Party\", are sure to get your kinders excited and ready to learn! We especially loved her frog themed center ideas and thought we'd share a few of the highlights along with some extensions {as always, you'll have to head on over to Allie's blog for the full scoop!}...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-869\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fly-Counting-Cards-2.jpg\" alt=\"May Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatching Flies.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allie made fly counting cards, set them up as a \"game mat\" on the floor {or another hard surface}, and invited her students to take turns tossing a bean bag frog onto the mat, counting the number of dots on the fly counting card on which it landed, and collecting the appropriate number of plastic flies. As an extension, consider creating multiple versions of the fly counting cards {like our example} - dots, numerals, number words, tally marks, etc. - to help your students practice recognizing numbers and number words as well as counting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, you might also consider having your kiddos use the fly counting cards to play a fun game. Create several yogurt cup frogs {like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.suite101.com\/content\/green-friends-yogurt-cup-crafts-a90083\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuite 101\u003c\/a\u003e}. The only thing you'll want to remember when crafting; do not flip the yogurt container over. Leave the opening at the top to create 'frog cups'. Provide each player with a frog and set the stack of fly counting cards face down in the center of the circle along with a bowl of plastic flies. Have students take turns drawing a card, identifying the number of dots, numeral, etc. and counting out the correct number of flies into their cup. To make the game interesting, add several extra cards to the stack. For instance, you might include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive 2 flies to the player on your right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree flies escape, place them back in the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother frog steals your flies, place them all back in the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents continue play until one player collects 30 flies {or another number of your choosing}. For younger students, who may not prefer to keep a running total, add in one 'frog card' to the deck. The student who draws this card wins the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more fantastic May math ideas, be sure to visit Allie's full post \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.scholastic.com\/classroom_solutions\/2011\/05\/merry-math.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMerry Math Ideas for May\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112149529,"sku":"A2962","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fly-Counting-Cards-2.jpg?v=1522781742"},{"product_id":"bug-themed-sorting-and-classifying-activity-a2964","title":"Bug Themed - Sorting and Classifying Activity!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile your kinders practice sorting throughout the day {and many times without even recognizing that they're using the skill!}, invite them to use their sorting and classifying know-how in this spring or summer math\/science center activity. They'll have to put their problem solving hats on and get ready to make astute observations in order to put these unique bugs in the proper category. Best of all, students will be introduced to a new way of organizing data - a Venn Diagram! Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-879\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Math-Cards-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bug Sorting Cards Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a black and white clip art image online and use it to create bug sorting cards. Add spots in different shapes {we used circles, stars, triangles, and left others blank} or create different patterns and print the finished cards onto construction paper in various colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-880\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Math-Venn-Diagram-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bug Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a scrap piece of bulletin board paper or wrapping paper, draw a large Venn Diagram, labeling each section with a specific variable your students must use when classifying the bug cards. In our activity, we included the headings \"Pink\", \"Circle Spots\", \"Both\" {where the pink and circle spot sections overlap}, and \"None\" {around the outside edges of the diagram}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-878\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Math-Activity-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bug Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvided with the stack of bug cards and the Venn Diagram, invite your students to sort the cards into their appropriate categories. Because they're looking at both the color of the card and the shape of each bug's spots, this activity is certain to challenge their classifying skills!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112673817,"sku":"A2964","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bug-Math-Cards-1.jpg?v=1522781745"},{"product_id":"learning-about-weather-through-pretend-play-a2965","title":"Learning About Weather Through Pretend Play","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4938639714.jpg\" alt=\"Thermometer\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2010 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Ged Carroll\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/renaissancechambara\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGed Carroll\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Thermometer'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/39435232@N00\/4938639714\" 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\u003eAllie Magnuson, Scholastic's Classroom Solutions blogger for the preschool and kindergarten classroom, has put together a phenomenal article on incorporating weather into your pretend play corner! The fantastic thing about this combination is that the activities derived from it are cross-curricular, extending into every subject, and Allie's suggestions are all unique and engaging - some require technology, some require homemade tools, and others require a showcase of your kiddos sparkling {and creative!} personalities! Here are a few of our favorite ideas...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Word Write-Up.\u003c\/strong\u003e In their own unique style, have students use weather word cards and symbols to make forecasts. Armed with a seven-day forecast chart, a map of the United States, and a hand-held microphone, your kiddos will have a blast reporting that today is warm and sunny with a high of 78 degrees. This is a fabulous way for students to review and use new vocabulary words, practice communication skills, make connections between weather patterns in different parts of the country, and learn how to work with peer collaborators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Thunderstorms.\u003c\/strong\u003e What kindergartner would pass up the chance to make noise in the classroom? Allie suggests inviting you kiddos work together to simulate and track a thunderstorm. This activity is fantastic for team building, learning to take accurate measurements, practicing converting data into comparable units, and all around fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFind more great ideas, pictures, and suggestions for incorporating weather in the pretend play corner at Allie's blog! She's thought of everything from simple weather measuring gadgets {i.e. rain gauges, thermometers, sun clocks, and the like} to tornadoes and volcanoes!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.scholastic.com\/classroom_solutions\/2011\/05\/literacy-in-kindergarten-dramatic-play-centers-part-4.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiteracy in Kindergarten Dramatic Play Centers, Pt. 4: Weather Station\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112804889,"sku":"A2965","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4938639714.jpg?v=1522781746"},{"product_id":"3-simple-science-activities-for-kinders-a2966","title":"3 Simple Science Activities for Kinders","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-893\" title=\"potions3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/potions3.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.activekidsclub.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's important to provide hands on activities for your curious little scientists to explore. Here are three simple exercises that we're sure they'll enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Potions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Armed with recycled jam jars, spoons, and pitchers of water, invite your kiddos to explore the wild plants in the schoolyard, using them to make special potions. Encourage them to think about smell and appearance as they mastermind unique combinations. Twisting a lid onto their jars, have your kiddos complete a write-up back in the classroom {or out in the grass!}. Invite them to record and draw each of the ingredients, write down the exact \"recipe\" {to the best of their knowledge}, name their special potion, and consider what it could be used for. [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.activekidsclub.com\/spring\/art-crafts\/make-potions.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eActiveKidsClub.com\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Clouds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring is a fantastic time for cloud watching. Take your kiddos outside, lay on your backs in the cool grass, and talk about these awesome formations {i.e. the types, how they're formed, etc}. See if your students can identify the type(s) of clouds they see in the sky. Of course, you'll want to throw in a few minutes of imaginative play, asking your kiddos to describe the shapes\/objects they can see in the clouds. Consider having your kinders take their science journals with them in order to draw and label their findings {i.e. cumulus puppy dog}. Back in the classroom, with a few household items, your kiddos will be delighted to find that clouds can be made - indoors! [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/4crazykings.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/making-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e4 Crazy Kings\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking a Kaleidoscope. \u003c\/strong\u003eWith milk, food coloring, and dish soap, your students can make their own kaleidoscopes! This may be a great supplement to a lesson on attraction and repulsion as the kaleidoscope and \"movement\" result from the detergent repelling the fat in the milk. [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/melomomma.com\/2011\/05\/milk-and-soap-kaleidoscope-super-duper-cool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMelomomma\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese great activities are sure to keep you miniature scientists interested and even entertained!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734113624089,"sku":"A2966","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/potions3.jpg?v=1522781751"},{"product_id":"lions-tigers-amp-bearsoh-my-learning-about-animals-a2967","title":"Lions, Tigers, \u0026amp; Bears...OH MY! - Learning About Animals","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4872363641.jpg\" alt=\"Zoo Parc Beauval\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2010 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for JoyTek\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/joytek\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJoyTek\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Zoo Parc Beauval'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/37534412@N06\/4872363641\" 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\u003eIt is fascinating to learn about all the different types of animals that populate our Earth. As you head into the last few weeks before summer, consider doing a mini {super fun!} animal unit that is partially 'directed' and partially student-led...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Weird, Kooky, \u0026amp; Just Plain Strange...\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your kinders {with the help of an older sibling or parent} research the strangest animal they can think of. Finding a picture and some basic facts, have students present their findings to the class, then vote on which animal is the weirdest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChaos at the Zoo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut and paste the pictures of well-known animals onto cards, creating two of each animal card. Fold them in half, place them in a hat or bucket, and have students take turns drawing a card. Relay to them that, while the zookeeper was away, an ornery monkey escaped from his cage and let all the zoo animals out. To help out the stressed zookeeper, invite students to find the classmate who drew the same animal. The challenge - they have to rely on sound alone. When you say go, invite students to make their animal sound and try to find, amidst the chaos, the person making the same sound as them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Fast Are They?\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide students into groups, providing each group with a set of animal cards {each card containing a picture of the animal and the animal's name}. Invite your kiddos to consider how fast each of the animals can move, working to order the cards from fastest to slowest. Having already researched each animals speed, reconvene as a class to check their work. Your students are sure to be amazed at the results! As an extension, consider having your own zoo animal races - students choose which animal they want to be then hop, slither, lope, gallop, etc. their way to the finish line. Compare the results of these races to the actual data collected on animal speed. 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Modeled after Eric Carle's \u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e, invite your kiddos to craft their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e adventure! When finished have your students copy the text onto the appropriate page and illustrate, or provide them with premade book pages like the examples at Primary Perspective. This activity is great for reviewing the days of week, numbers, and food vocabulary, as well as practicing writing in a particular style. Be sure to visit the original post for page examples!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pigeon Munches...\u003c\/strong\u003e To help her students review the months of the year, Brooke had her students write and illustrate a classroom book modeled after Mo Willems' \u003cem\u003eThe Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog\u003c\/em\u003e. Students were invited to finish this prompt, \"In ___________ [insert month of the year], the pigeon finds a\/an ___________\" for an assigned month of the year. Your kiddos will have a great time imagining what the pigeon could have found during his\/her adventures! Be sure to check out the original post for page examples! [NOTE: For extra writing practice and month review, you might also consider having students create individual books.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese classroom books are just two of the examples - you'll find more great end of the year writing projects at Primary Perspective!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734114738201,"sku":"A2968","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/end-of-the-year-writing-e1306295354259.jpg?v=1522781758"},{"product_id":"summer-writing-folders-a2971","title":"Summer Writing Folders","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/writing-folder.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Writing Folder Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" class=\"size-full wp-image-924\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage your kinders to develop their writing style {and practice printing!} this summer with these fun writing folders from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/writing-folder.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Bear\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\u003eTwin-pocket folder with fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction paper or patterned scrapbook paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft embellishments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/viewer?a=v\u0026amp;pid=explorer\u0026amp;chrome=true\u0026amp;srcid=0ByuafqGL5seVY2ZjYmUwODQtMGU3Mi00YWZmLTgwY2MtZDljMzQzYjQ1ZGZi\u0026amp;hl=en_US\u0026amp;authkey=COaK15wD\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWriting Paper\u003c\/a\u003e {here's a link to printable writing prompt paper}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to use the construction paper and\/or scrapbook papers, and other craft embellishments to decorate their folders. Add blank writing paper to one of the pockets and fill the middle section {with the fasteners} with pages of writing prompts for inspiration. Mrs. Durning, second grade teacher and creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/msdurning.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/daily-5-part-7-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSecond Grade is Splendid\u003c\/a\u003e, suggests using photo prompts to spark your kinders creativity. She offers a free printable photo prompt kit that she uses in her \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e writing center. Of course, you can also include written prompts or \"task cards\" to complete during each of the summer months. For example, \"Task #1: The first week of June is 'National Fishing Week'. Write a story about a fish who meets a worm on a hook\". You might also consider adding a frequently used word\/dictionary section to assist your little writers in composing their tales.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115754009,"sku":"A2971","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/writing-folder.jpg?v=1522781764"},{"product_id":"chameleon-caterpillars-craft-a2332","title":"Chameleon Caterpillars Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-2809\" title=\"Chameleon-Caterpillar-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chameleon-Caterpillar-1.jpg\" alt=\"Early Childhood Fine Motor and Patterning Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love how this kid-friendly caterpillar craft makes use of stripes on a striped background. It reminds us of a chameleon! Whether you pair it with a unit on butterflies, a literary study of Eric Carle's \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, or as a fun summer craft, your kiddos are sure to have a great time with this project!\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\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite art paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2594-foam-brush-classpack.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSkinny foam roller brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e caterpillar template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eElmer's® school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, have your kiddos prepare the background, using the skinny foam roller brushes and the colorful craft paint to place parallel diagonal lines across the white art paper {this is a \u003cem\u003efantastic\u003c\/em\u003e way to learn new vocabulary!}. Set the background prints aside to dry, inviting your students to use the caterpillar template to trace and cutout a caterpillar cutout from construction paper. Using scissors and construction paper that has been pre-cut lengthwise into 4-inch wide strips, have your students snip strips of various colors to glue onto their cutout. This process is great for building hand strength and fine motor skills, it also provides a great opportunity to discuss the art of patterning with your kiddos! Add construction paper antennae and legs, then glue the chameleon caterpillar onto the dry background and watch it 'disappear'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For a more chameleon-like effect, have your students trace the caterpillar shape onto white construction paper!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734117064729,"sku":"A2332","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chameleon-Caterpillar-1.jpg?v=1522781772"},{"product_id":"simple-experiments-using-baking-soda-amp-vinegar-a2982","title":"Simple Experiments Using Baking Soda \u0026amp; Vinegar","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-991\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC00997_thumb1.jpg\" alt=\"Sensory Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: preschoolalphabet.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the traditional mix-together-and-watch-it-bubble routine is sure to be a hit with your kinders, try exploring this chemistry exercise in a more unique way with one of these fun activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePop Bottle \"Rockets\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured left}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos will be amazed that the combination of baking soda and vinegar can blow up a balloon! Simply add vinegar to a recycled 2 liter soda bottle, funnel some baking soda into a deflated balloon, and stretch the end of the balloon over the opening of the bottle, allowing the baking soda to fall into the bottle. The chemical reaction between the two substances will cause the balloon to inflate. Lindsy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolalphabet.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/rockets.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Alphabet\u003c\/a\u003e included this project in her \"Rocket Unit\" - and it looks like they had a 'bubblin' good time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-992\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/volcano3.jpg\" alt=\"Sensory Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.sillyeaglebooks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupcake Liner Volcanoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother unique way to capitalize on the bubbly reaction between baking soda and vinegar is to create a mini volcano! Vanessa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillyeaglebooks.com\/2011\/06\/cupcake-liner-volcanoes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSilly Eagle Books\u003c\/a\u003e used colorful cupcake liners and small caps to help her daughter create volcanoes of various sizes - a great science lesson as well as a review of sizes\/size terminology! Not to mention, the project is just good \u003cdel\u003eclean\u003c\/del\u003e messy fun! 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Embark on your own virtual \"Around the World\" journey inspired by Michelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/michellescharmworld.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/join-us-on-virtual-vacation-around.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMichelles Charm World\u003c\/a\u003e! Through guidebooks, websites, travel books, and more, your kiddos will be able to visit all \u003cem\u003esorts\u003c\/em\u003e of cool places of your choosing. Spend a week on safari in the Serengeti. Enjoy 'canoeing' the rivers and traipsing through the jungles of the Amazon. Study the Great Wall of China, Stonehenge, the Parthenon, the Pyramids, you name it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make the vacation feel real, create...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn itinerary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassports and stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTickets to\/from your destinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuggage tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you \"visit\" each location think about...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulture {food, clothing, homes, customs, religions, music\/instruments, art, etc. of the native inhabitants}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimals and plants found in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous landmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...incorporating these elements into your research and learning. You also might consider a bit of pretend play. For instance, while visiting Paris, create a small cafe where your kiddos can pretend to eat beignets and drink \"cafe\" while watching the pedestrians on the busy thoroughfare. In Athens, \"hike\" to the Acropolis and use colored pencils {or another art medium} to sketch the Parthenon. And, as with any trip, don't forget the maps!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncorporating an \"Around the World\" vacation will make this a summer your kiddos will never forget! 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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":"science-journal-four-seasons-tree-project-a2997","title":"Science Journal: Four Seasons Tree Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"2775011897\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-1093\" alt=\"Four Seasons Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2775011897.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe saw this fantastic year long project at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/four-seasons-trees.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Place Called Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, the blog created by kindergarten teacher, Jonelle Bell, and had to share it {along with a fun, \u003cem\u003efree\u003c\/em\u003e science journal printable}! It's simple really - all you need is a tree for observation, graphic art tools, and your eager little scientists\/observers! Throughout the year, have your kiddos pack up their 'tools' and head out to the {same!} tree to observe and record the changes brought on by each different season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe created reproducible journal pages to help you and your students complete this fun exercise...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Four-Seasons-Tree-Science-Journal\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1095 aligncenter\" alt=\"Four Seasons Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan and Kindergarten Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Four-Seasons-Tree-Science-Journal.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...providing a place to record the date of observation, a scientific drawing of the tree during each season, and record written observations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734123159577,"sku":"A2997","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Four-Seasons-Tree-Science-Journal.jpg?v=1524673031"},{"product_id":"planting-a-rainbow-earth-day-craftivity-a3097","title":"Planting A Rainbow - Earth Day Craftivity!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1895 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day and Summer Gardening Kids Craft and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kiboomu.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love mixing literature and crafting and this adorable craftivity, created by Wendy and Sherry of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kiboomu.com\/2012\/04\/02\/earth-day-popsicle-stick-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKiboomu\u003c\/a\u003e, would be a fabulous addition to your Earth Day Lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting A Rainbow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis popular children's book written by Lois Ehlert follows a mother and daughter as they create a beautiful {and colorful!} flower garden - helping children understand how to plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings, and nurture their growth.  Earth Day is all about helping students learn how to take care of the Earth - what things are good for it and what things are harmful to it. This story offers a great opportunity to teach children about cultivating the Earth so that it can thrive into something beautiful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adorable craft Wendy and Sherry designed to go with the story, as well as the fun song they recommend, creates a well-rounded activity that we know your kiddos will love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the craft tutorial and links to download the fun tune, be sure to visit Kiboomu!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144163865,"sku":"A3097","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Craft-Sticks-Flower-Garden-Crafts-For-Kids1.jpg?v=1522781931"},{"product_id":"punctuation-posies-a3104","title":"Punctuation Posies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1931 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Punctuation-Posies.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Punctuation Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: eagerlittlemind.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeather over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/eagerlittlemind.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/punctuation-posies.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEager Little Mind\u003c\/a\u003e posted this fabulous spring themed activity that will help your kinders review {or learn about!} punctuation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay flower pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27333-jumbo-craft-sticks-x-prek-natural.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24842-poppin-patterns-spring-flowers-in-designer-cut-outs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColorful flower cutouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-20351-marker-sharpie-ultra-fine-blk.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack permanent marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gist of the activity - use the marker to write sentences {without punctuation} onto the craft sticks, then invite your students to sort the sticks into the flower pot labeled with the correct punctuation mark. We think this is a great, hands-on way to practice punctuation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity, be sure to visit Eager Little Mind!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-14314\/punctuation-posies\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view the suggested products for this activity!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145933337,"sku":"A3104","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Punctuation-Posies.jpg?v=1522781942"},{"product_id":"planting-a-pattern-a3113","title":"Planting A Pattern","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1984\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Planting-Patterns.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Garden Theme Patterning Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: froggyfriendsfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis patterning activity from Karen LeBlanc over \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/froggyfriendsfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/scarecrow-fun-and-turkey-time.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFroggy Friends Fun\u003c\/a\u003e would be the perfect addition to a spring\/summer gardening unit! Provide your kiddos with a divided platter of dried beans, peas, etc. and pieces of brown construction paper. Using a spinner, labeled with various patterns {AB, AAB, ABB, ABC, ABCC, AABC, etc.}, invite your kiddos to take turns spinning the spinner and using the beans, etc. to 'plant' the selected pattern in their 'garden'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end results are super cute and colorful! To complete the row, consider providing your kiddos with row marker cutouts that display the appropriate pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity, be sure to visit Froggy Friends Fun! Also note, Karen offers a FREE pattern spinner at her \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachersnotebook.com\/product\/kgl925\/spin-a-pattern\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Notebook\u003c\/a\u003e site - so be sure to head on over there too!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147506201,"sku":"A3113","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Planting-Patterns.jpg?v=1522781951"},{"product_id":"spring-science-exploration-caterpillars-to-butterflies-a3117","title":"Spring Science Exploration - Caterpillars to Butterflies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2005\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Caterpillar-Observation-Center.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Summer Insect Science Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: creeksidelearning.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJulie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/creeksidelearning.com\/2012\/05\/11\/the-very-hungry-caterpillars\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreekside Learning\u003c\/a\u003e recently posted this fun spring\/summer activity that will have your little scientists learning about the life cycle of a butterfly, making observations, and playing with caterpillars!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaterpillar Observation Center\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany toy stores and online teacher supply stores sell kits for raising butterflies. This can be such a neat experience for your kiddos - literally being able to observe all the changes a butterfly goes through during its transformation. We love Julie's idea for setting up a caterpillar observation center! She provided her kiddos with clip boards, a pen, and paper for recording observations, as well as various tools for helping her daughters collect information - a magnifying glass, a ruler, and even a set of cards displaying the scientific method to facilitate independent exploration and learning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLinks of Interest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4270-butterfly-garden.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButterfly Garden\u003c\/a\u003e - Everything you need for raising your own butterflies! The kid includes an 11-1\/4 inch habitat, mail-in coupon for the butterfly culture (yields 5 caterpillars), butterfly feeding kit, and instructions for care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2063-butterfly-pavilion.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButterfly Pavilion\u003c\/a\u003e - Everything you need for raising your own butterflies! The kit includes 2-foot tall mesh butterfly pavilion\/habitat and a mail in coupon for two cups containing 6 to 10 Painted Lady butterfly larvae with special food and complete instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-19996-butterfly-replacement-certificate.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButterfly Replacement Certificate\u003c\/a\u003e - If you've done this exploration before and already have a butterfly habitat, simply redeem this coupon for a 'refill' of 5 Painted Lady butterfly larvae. [You could also purchase this in addition to your butterfly pavilion if you want to raise more butterflies at a time!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734148259865,"sku":"A3117","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Caterpillar-Observation-Center.jpg?v=1522781956"},{"product_id":"summer-science-build-a-worm-farm-a3126","title":"Summer Science - Build A Worm Farm!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2066\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/worm-farm-7p.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Science Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: amomwithalessonplan.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor all you worm lovers out there, check out this fantastic DIY worm farm from Jillian over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amomwithalessonplan.com\/2012\/05\/04\/worm-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Mom With A Lesson Plan\u003c\/a\u003e! It offers a great opportunity for your kinders to observe earth worms in a semi-natural environment and would work in great if you're doing a summer gardening unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part is, the items needed to make the worm farm can readily be found around the house. If you have a large class, consider dividing students into several groups and creating multiple worm farms so that each child can have a part in putting it together, as well as collecting a worm to contribute to the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love that Jillian had her kiddos record the process, along with all of their observations throughout the project, in their science journals!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full tutorial - and links to other worm lessons - be sure to visit A Mom With A Lesson Plan!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149931033,"sku":"A3126","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/worm-farm-7p.jpg?v=1522781966"},{"product_id":"summer-science-spiders-and-their-webs-a3130","title":"Summer Science - Spiders and Their Webs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2089\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spidertitleplayfullearning2-600x399.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Summer Science Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.creativefamilyfun.net\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe good thing about this spider exploration activity from Terri of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativefamilyfun.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e {featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/playfullearning.net\/exploring-spiders-and-their-webs\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlayful Learning\u003c\/a\u003e} is that it can be enjoyed by all, even those squeamish around spiders and creepy crawlies! We absolutely love how she and her daughter decided to learn about spiders by 'being spiders' themselves - scouting out a good location and using string to 'spin' a spider web, acting out and exploring how webs work to trap food, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerri suggests several great resources - books, websites, etc. - to help you and your kiddos as you learn about these amazing creatures. As a compliment to these activities, be sure to equip your kiddos with magnifying glasses, mason jars {with holes poked in the lid}, and their science notebooks, inviting them to find and observe \u003cem\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e spiders to round-out their study. Invite them to draw pictures of the spiders in their natural habitat, perhaps hypothesizing why they found each spider where they did, and, for the truly brave, encourage them to catch a spider in their jar to observe up close!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the list of resources and tips on how to 'be spiders', be sure to visit Playful Learning's feature of Terri's activity!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734150586393,"sku":"A3130","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spidertitleplayfullearning2-600x399.jpg?v=1522781970"},{"product_id":"summer-science-ants-colored-sugar-water-a3133","title":"Summer Science - Ants + Colored Sugar Water","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2103\" title=\"coloured-ants_1964780i\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/coloured-ants_1964780i.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Science Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.telegraph.co.uk | Dr. Mohamed Babu\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow awesome is this photograph?! Intrigued by the way the insects 'turned white' after ingesting spilled milk, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/picturegalleries\/picturesoftheday\/8683492\/Pictures-of-the-day-5-August-2011.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDr. Mohamed Babu\u003c\/a\u003e and his kiddos decided to set up a two-fold experiment - 1) to see if ants could be turned other colors and why and 2) to find out what color ants are most attracted to. From the photo alone, we thought this would be a fun, hands on way to learn a little about ants this summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood coloring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnifying glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate 5 sugar water samples - 1) no color\/control, 2) yellow, 3) green, 4) red, and 5) blue. Use droppers to place a sample of each solution on the sidewalk near a flowerbed or anthill. Allow some time to pass then, armed with their magnifying glasses and science notebooks, invite your kiddos to observe and record the activity around the samples. 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All \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e have to do is customize it to fit the learning goals of your students!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the activity and printable, be sure to visit Simply Centers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734152257561,"sku":"A3138","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Butterflies.jpg?v=1522781980"},{"product_id":"summer-olympics-how-many-medals-has-our-country-received-a3140","title":"Summer Olympics - How Many Medals Has Our Country Received?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2147\" title=\"Olympics-Kindergarten\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympics-Kindergarten.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: livingmontessorinow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Summer Olympics is almost here! In preparation, we've been uncovering some great activities for you and your kinders to enjoy. We found this great activity set over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekandksharing.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/montessori-inspired-olympic-math.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreK+K Sharing\u003c\/a\u003e, designed by feature contributor, Deb Chitwood of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e. It's a fantastic way to develop early math skills and, the best part is, all the printables are free!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere's what you'll need...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlag cutout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold, silver, and bronze medal cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlympic medal tally recording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to the Summer Olympics 2012 coverage\/results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're kiddos are into this activity, you might consider selecting two or three other countries to follow so that you can compare the results!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the links to all the free downloads, as well as some other fantastic Olympics-inspired activities, be sure to visit PreK+K Sharing!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734152486937,"sku":"A3140","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Olympics-Kindergarten.jpg?v=1522781981"},{"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! It includes this awesome poetry exercise, as well as tons of other fun activities! Be sure to visit Welcome To Room 36 for the details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734152650777,"sku":"A3141","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Olympics-Adjective-Bubble-Map.jpg?v=1522781982"},{"product_id":"summer-olympics-hold-your-own-olympic-games-a3144","title":"Summer Olympics - Hold Your OWN Olympic Games!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat better way to get into the spirit of the Olympic games than with a friendly competition of your own? We've compiled a list of games from several fabulous sources to get you started. Ranging from simple to a bit more challenging {both to play and create}, we know you'll find \u003cem\u003esomething\u003c\/em\u003e to fit your kiddos' skill level as well as materials on hand!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2177\" title=\"Olympic-Games-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympic-Games-1.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Gross Motor Games and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.icanteachmychild.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Olympic Ring Toss from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2012\/07\/olympic-ring-toss\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2178\" title=\"Olympic-Games-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympic-Games-2.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Games for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.parents.com | David Roth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Pool Noodle Backyard Games from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.parents.com\/fun\/activities\/outdoor\/pool-noodle-backyard-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eParents.com\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2179\" title=\"Olympic-Games-4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympic-Games-4.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Gross Motor Movement Activity for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.sunhatsandwellieboots.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Ribbon Dancing from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sunhatsandwellieboots.com\/2012\/05\/diy-ribbon-wands-great-for-exploring.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSun Hats and Wellie Boots\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2180\" title=\"Olympic-Games-5\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympic-Games-5.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympic Games for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thecraftpatch.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{The Sidewalk Jump - 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plus tons of other game ideas - from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/asmallsnippet.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/olympics-party.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Small Snippet\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2183\" title=\"Olympic-Games-8\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Olympic-Games-8.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Games for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: familyfun.go.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Football Shape Toss from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familyfun.go.com\/playtime\/passing-practice-707280\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFamilyFun\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVisit these fabulous sites for the details and let the games begin!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153076761,"sku":"A3144","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Olympic-Games-1.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"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":"summer-olympics-go-for-gold-printable-board-game-a3143","title":"Summer Olympics - 'Go for Gold!' 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If the space does not have instructions, the player's turn ends and the die is passed to the next player. However, if the space has instructions - i.e. \"You sleep in and are late for practice. Go back 1.\", \"You kick a winning soccer goal. Go forward 3.\", etc. - the player must follow the instructions then pass the die to the next player. The first player to reach the final space, wins the gold medal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the free download and lots of other great printable Olympics-themed activities, be sure to visit Tinyme!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153273369,"sku":"A3143","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Board_Game.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"product_id":"summer-olympics-designing-medals-mascots-a3142","title":"Summer Olympics - Designing Medals \u0026 Mascots","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2161\" title=\"Mascot-Medal-Design\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mascot-Medal-Design.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.instantdisplay.co.uk\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were super excited to stumble upon \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instantdisplay.co.uk\/olympics2012teachingresources.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInstant Display\u003c\/a\u003e this morning - they have tons of cool Olympic themed teaching resources, learning activities, and printables! We especially love their mascot and medal design printables...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2012 Olympic Games Mascot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffering a short history on the use of mascots in the Olympic games, students are invited to pretend they've been chosen to design a new mascot for the 2012 games. While there are black and white images of previous mascots at the bottom of the printable, be sure to pull up color images of previous designs to provide your students with inspiration. On the back, invite your kinders to write what they based their mascot on and why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2012 Olympic Medals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding a brief history of medal design, students are once again invited to pretend they've been asked to design new medals for the games. This activity offers a great opportunity to talk about the origin of the Olympic games, the cultures of both Ancient Greece and Great Britain, as well as what the traditions and symbols of the Olympics. With this information, and photos of previous medals, students can set about creating their own medal designs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these awesome printables - and lots of other great resources for learning about the Olympic games - be sure to visit Instant Display!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153338905,"sku":"A3142","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mascot-Medal-Design.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"product_id":"camp-read-a-lot-a3258","title":"Camp Read-a-Lot!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3004\" alt=\"End of the Year Camping Themed Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Reading-Campout.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: funkyfirstgradefun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this theme is sure to be fun \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e time of year, once state testing is over and summer is 'on the horizon', creating your own \"Camp Read-a-Lot\" in the classroom is sure to offer a great deviation from the norm {your antsy kiddos will certainly appreciate that!} and will provide your kiddos with some great reading practice before the long summer months! Wanting to surprise her students with a campout, first grade teacher Kimberly Gillow of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/funkyfirstgradefun.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Camp%20Read%20a%20Lot\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFunky First Grade Fun\u003c\/a\u003e created a week long event, assigning a specific theme to each day, and filled their days with camp themed activities - reading, making souvenirs, completing camp themed writing prompts, and participating around the 'camp fire' during morning meeting! Isn't the registration desk adorable?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it will take some prep, especially when it comes to finding decorations and tailoring classroom lessons, we're certain that it will be a memorable experience for your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo see all of the amazing activities Kimberly put together for Camp Read-a-Lot, be sure to read all of her fabulous blog posts! Of course, the most incredible news of all is that she actually sells the Camp Read-a-Lot lesson\/activities at her TpT store! 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We stumbled across this fabulous and quite comprehensive watermelon unit over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/watermelons.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Virtual Vine\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it might make a fun end of the year activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eGraphing - i.e. \"Have you ever eaten watermelon?\", \"Do you like watermelon?\", etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking predictions - i.e. Will the watermelon sink or float?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimating - i.e. How many seeds are in a watermelon?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few of the the concepts you and your kinders can explore using watermelons! Be sure to visit The Virtual Vine for Cindy's full lesson plan and lots of other great learning ideas. 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So much so that it may be hard for them to concentrate on the tasks at hand. We're of the mind that, \u003cem\u003eif you can't beat'em, join'em\u003c\/em\u003e! Capitalize on their excitement by shaping your lessons around the things that are already on their minds. Take, for example, this adorable \"Summer Bucket List\" writing craftivity from Becky over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fakinit.typepad.com\/fakin-it\/2011\/05\/summer-bucket-list-banner.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFakin' It\u003c\/a\u003e. While your kiddos are busy dreaming of the awesome adventures they'll have this summer, they'll also be building\/brushing up their writing skills! Not to mention, the bucket craft is super colorful and cute - making it a great piece to display during open house!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Craft for Kids and Kindergarten Writing Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Beach-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: blog.mpmschoolsupplies.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Becky used her Cricut cutting machine to create the beach pails, but you could always use a simple template like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2347\/cute-beach-pail-amp-shovel-craft\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis cute beach pail and shovel craft\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734185418777,"sku":"A3262","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Summer-Bucket-List.jpg?v=1522782180"},{"product_id":"summer-science-what-dissolves-in-water-a3265","title":"Summer Science - What Dissolves in Water?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3052 \" alt=\"Summer Science Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/does-it-dissolve.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: handsonaswegrow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummers offers a fabulous opportunity to mix outdoor play with science. You know that list of messy experiments that seem a bit daunting to recreate in the classroom? Take them outside and let your kiddos enjoy them as they were meant to be enjoyed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this experiment from Jamie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/handsonaswegrow.com\/kids-what-dissolves-in-water-experiment\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHands On: As We Grow\u003c\/a\u003e isn't the messiest that we've come across, the scooping and stirring make it a great candidate for outdoor exploration. Provided with jars of water (one for each substance to be tested) and various substances found around the house\/classroom - i.e. Jell-O powder, glitter, drink mixes, baking powder, salt, etc. - invite your kiddos predict whether they think each of the substances will dissolve in the water, then test and find out! While the project is simple to complete, your kiddos are sure to be amazed at how the various substances stack up to their predictions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might consider having your little scientists keep track of their predictions and observations in their science journals; recording their guesses and, perhaps, drawing what happens to the water as well as noting the changes that take place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo see all of the substances Jamie and her kiddos tested, as well as pictures of their set-up, be sure to visit Hands On: As We Grow!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734186401817,"sku":"A3265","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/does-it-dissolve.jpg?v=1522782186"},{"product_id":"summer-of-abcs-a3267","title":"Summer of ABCs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3066  \" alt=\"Summer Writing Printable and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Summer-of-ABCs.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Whitney Parlin\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this cute FREE summer journal created by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/The-ABCs-of-Summer-Kinder1st-Printable-Book-End-of-Year-Resource-714711\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhitney Parlin\u003c\/a\u003e! We're not sure how long she'll offer the adorable ABC journal book for free over at her TpT store, but we highly recommend heading over there to grab a copy before it's gone! We love the unique format that invites students to record a summer activity, memory, etc. for each letter of the alphabet, the cutesy clip art that decorates each page and doubles as a coloring opportunity, and the flexibility of the letter frames that accommodate short sentences, illustrations, or even a simple word! This is a great way to provide your kinders with informal writing practice this summer and provides an awesome opportunity for some family fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAgain, we don't know how long the journal will be up at her TpT store, but if you want to provide your kinders with a fun and unique way to track their summer adventures, this is a great way to do it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734186991641,"sku":"A3267","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Summer-of-ABCs.jpg?v=1522782190"},{"product_id":"bird-watching-fun-includes-free-journaling-printables-a3270","title":"Bird Watching Fun - Includes FREE Journaling Printables!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Summer Nature Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-Journal-Promo.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a way to get your kiddos outside and interested in nature this summer? Try some bird watching! While state parks and other forested areas provide a great opportunity for sighting different species of birds, what's great about bird watching is that you don't even have to leave your backyard to find subjects to study! In fact, you might even consider adding a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2646\/spring-bird-watching-6-bird-feeder-nest-crafts\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efun bird feeder\/nest\u003c\/a\u003e to attract them to your neck of the woods!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bird watching journal is fantastic way to keep track of the different birds you and your kinders come across this summer. Your orthinologists-in-training will have a great time drawing the birds they see, recording various details, and using what they've observed to identify what type of bird it is. [NOTE: As a way to more permanently record your findings, you might also include a disposable camera for your kiddos to capture each bird. 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As they work to solve each problem, students will practice one-to-one correspondence, numeral recognition, and counting, as well as simple addition and subtraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printables are pretty self-explantory,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eHave students select a beach pail card and then, using the seashell manipulatives and activity mat, solve the addition problem on the bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to write the answer on the recording sheet and color the beach pail with the corresponding color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions for the subtraction activity are the same as those for the addition activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have access to actual shells, they make great manipulatives too!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734200360985,"sku":"A4792","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seashell-Math-Printables-Preview.jpg?v=1569291590"},{"product_id":"catching-fireflies-camping-themed-math-facts-freebie-a7107","title":"Catching Fireflies' Camping-Themed Math Facts FREEbie","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Catching Fireflies Camping-Themed Math Facts FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Summer-Camp-Catching-Fireflies-Cover-FREE.jpg\" alt=\"Camping-Themed Math Facts Practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Primary Inspiration\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're planning your classroom theme around summer camp (or evening camping in general), this FREEbie provided at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/time-for-summer-camp-camping-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e is for you! Cute little fireflies are used to assist students in math fact practice. The FREEbie includes twelve sets of matching cards that have students finding the math fact sentence that corresponds with a given image. Here's an example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Catching Fireflies: Matching Pictures to Number Models FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Summer-Camp-Catching-Fireflies-example.jpg\" alt=\"Matching Pictures to Number Models Practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Primary Inspiration\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's even a bonus sheet that asks students to draw in the fireflies and arrows to model the given math fact. Your kiddos are sure to love the fireflies theme. Who doesn't have a memory from their childhood of trying to chase down a lightning bug?! Perfect for a camping theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eBe sure to head over to Linda's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/time-for-summer-camp-camping-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e to grab your complete FREEbie and to see everything else Primary Inspiration has to offer!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734210813977,"sku":"A7107","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Summer-Camp-Catching-Fireflies-Cover-FREE.jpg?v=1522782332"},{"product_id":"insect-craftivity-with-eric-carles-the-grouchy-ladybug-a7147","title":"Insect Craftivity with Eric Carle's \"The Grouchy Ladybug\"","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Insect Fun with Eric Carle's The Grouchy Ladybug\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-grouchy-ladybug-cover.jpg\" alt=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Writing Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a cute activity to add to your insect unit this Spring or Summer, check out this idea featured by Jenn at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/bombs-and-bugs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e. It's based on the ever popular children's book by Eric Carle - \u003cem\u003eThe Grouchy Ladybug\u003c\/em\u003e - and it is super cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Grouchy Ladybug Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore you begin this activity, you'll need to snap a head shot of each of your kiddos making a 'grouchy' face. These will be used when you put your ladybugs together!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet together as a class and read the grouchy ladybug. Then provide each of your students with a precut and lined speech bubble. Ask them to write a short sentence or paragraph about something that makes them grouchy. If you're running short on time, you could use speech bubble accents like \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24684-speech-thought-bubbles-accents.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethese\u003c\/a\u003e that are ready to go!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Craftivity for Eric Carle's The Grouchy Ladybug\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-grouchy-ladybug-writing.jpg\" alt=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Writing Assignment\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the ladybugs, provide a red body for each student along with 6 black legs and 2 antennae. Glue the pieces together and complete by adding the pictures you took ahead of time. For the spots you could provide precut black circles, or you could allow your kiddos to use black paint to create the dots with their thumbs (we vote for the cute paint option). And that's all there is to it - your very own classroom of grouchy ladybugs! Super cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/grouchy-ladybug-cover_blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Kids Craft Based on the Grouchy Ladybug\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the ladybugs and writing assignments are complete, display them on a classroom board or in a classroom window with a cute heading! 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