{"title":"Making Observations Worksheets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"silhouette-shape-matching-game-a3289","title":"Silhouette Shape Matching Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-7  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Shape-Match.jpg\" alt=\"Silhouette Shape Matching Game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: madebyjoel.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatching games are a great way to improve memory, teach the concepts of grouping and sorting, strengthen problem solving skills, and teach critical thinking. Joel Henriques, artist and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.blogspot.com\/2010\/07\/match-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMade By Joel\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this silhouette shape matching game printable that your students are sure to love! It has spectacular graphics (be sure to pull out the crayons and markers because your students will certainly be asking to color in these quirky characters!) and the silhouettes provide a unique matching challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeave it on your students' desks as a surprise morning warm-up, keep a stack at the writing center for individual fun, or build it into a lesson on shapes, making observations, or creative writing (e.g. have your students pretend that the characters have \"lost their shadows\", inviting them to describe how they lost it and their adventures in trying to get it back). Be sure to visit Henriques' \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewebsite\u003c\/a\u003e for the download and take the time to check out his other great early childhood posts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e for your preschool classroom?  Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where we offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elearning carpets\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend play toys\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088622105,"sku":"A3289","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Made-by-Joel-Shape-Match.jpg?v=1522781600"},{"product_id":"dissecting-a-pumpkin-a3296","title":"Dissecting A Pumpkin","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-151 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dissect-A-Pumpkin-Worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nwf.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschoolers possess an innate curiosity about the world and their surroundings. Incorporating simple, yet stimulating science lessons and exercises into your  curriculum that address some of these curiosities will help them begin to order and make sense of the world around  them. Additionally, through these exercises your students will learn \u003cem\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e to ask questions and \u003cem\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e to go about finding the answer. If you're looking for a seasonally appropriate science experience for your kidders, here’s a great fall  activity designed by the creators of the National Wildlife Federation’s  children’s publication \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRanger Rick\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that will aid your students in exploring pumpkins – inside and out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExercise Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will strengthen both math and science skill sets as they measure height, width, and circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will build upon their vocabulary as they describe what they observe during \"dissection\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will learn about the \"life cycle\" of a pumpkin as they explore both the seeds and the fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will strengthen fine motor skills and use creativity as they draw pictures of their observations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will hone writing and literacy skills as they dictate their observations for record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will learn about scientific procedure, making observations, keeping accurate records, labeling, and using scientific instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThere are many extensions you can incorporate in this activity as well:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explain what a prediction is and invite your students to predict how many seeds the pumpkin holds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor more practice with the scale, have students weigh the pumpkin before being hollowed and again afterward to find out how much the \"goop\" weighs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the difference between a fruit and a vegetable and invite your students to determine which group a pumpkin belongs to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis list could go on and on. So roll up your sleeves and prepare to get a bit messy with this fun pumpkin science worksheet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy carving!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090620953,"sku":"A3296","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dissect-A-Pumpkin-Worksheet.jpg?v=1522781613"},{"product_id":"turkey-lurkey-color-match-file-folder-game-a3312","title":"Turkey Lurkey Color Match File Folder Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Lurkey-Color-Match-File-Game.jpg\" alt=\"colorful turkeys\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.preschoolprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with some advanced matching fun with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschoolprintables.com\/filefolder\/turkey\/filefolderturkey.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Printables\u003c\/a\u003e' turkey lurkey color match file folder printable! Each different turkey features a multitude of shades and colors prompting your preschoolers to pay close attention as they match!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen observation skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen problem solving skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen visual perception and color recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen concentration and focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the printable as designed, preparing two sets of turkey cards, pasting one set to the inside of a file folder (creating a game board of sorts), and having students match the second set of turkey cards to their corresponding place on the \"game board\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate two sets of laminated turkey cards with which to play a memory matching game. Students can be invited to place the cards face down on a flat surface and flip over pairs in the hopes of making color matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate two sets of laminated turkey cards. Use them to complete simple patterning exercises. {NOTE: Even though the patterns remain simple - AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e or ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e - the various color combinations on the turkey cards will necessitate focus.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate one set of laminated turkey cards. Use a black permanent marker to script a number on each turkey - one through eight. With colored pom poms, small circle stickers, or even cards with dots on them, have students match the appropriate number of counters to the turkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit Preschool Printables for this and other excellent early childhood resources!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Matching!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734095175705,"sku":"A3312","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkey-Lurkey-Color-Match-File-Game.jpg?v=1522781641"},{"product_id":"winter-themed-multi-skill-worksheets-a3328","title":"Winter Themed Multi-Skill Worksheets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Snowman-Clip-Art.jpg\" alt=\"snowman clip art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just \u003cstrong\u003elove\u003c\/strong\u003e when our favorite worksheet creators design series' of themed printables that incorporate multiple skills and concepts! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/worksheets\/winter\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e offers a wonderful winter themed worksheet set that will help your preschoolers practice everything from matching and counting to writing skills and same\/different relationships. The best part is, because the printables are not tied to a specific holiday, you won't have to rush to use them before Christmas break. You have all winter to incorporate these little gems into your lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a look at a few of our favorite worksheets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Counting-Worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"winter counting preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: All Kids Network\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCounting Practice.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ability to count and recognize numbers are important building blocks to future math success. What we like about this worksheet is that, like word problems that offer more information than necessary and have to be analyzed for \u003cem\u003erelevant\u003c\/em\u003e information, students are given a grouping of objects out of which they have to select the correct number. In some problems they select all of the objects, and in others they must select only a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Different-Worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"find the winter object that is different preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: All Kids Network\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDifferent.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschool is a great time to develop differentiation skills - big\/little, tall\/short, same\/different, etc. This worksheet has preschoolers look at a group of objects and find which one doesn't belong. Because each grouping contains the same \u003cem\u003etype\u003c\/em\u003e of object, students must observe individual object details (i.e. color, style, etc.) in order to find which one is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Same-Worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"chose the winter object that is the same preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: All Kids Network\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSame.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpposite to the concept above, with this worksheet, students will practice finding objects that are the same. Instead of starting with a group of items, students are given one object then are charged with the task choosing its match from the selection of objects beside it. Once again, the objects are the same type, so students must observe item details to make the match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your preschoolers my only be able to recognize letters and not the words as a whole, this handwriting worksheet offers great fine motor practice and exposure to both new vocabulary words and the concept of word formation (e.g. words are just letters strung together). Additionally, students will begin to differentiate between drawing and writing, as writing uses purposeful strokes and directional movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Handwriting-Practice.jpg\" alt=\"winter handwriting preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: All Kids Network\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Picture-Matching.jpg\" alt=\"match winter objects preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: All Kids Network\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatching.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis worksheet offers another way to help students distinguish like objects from a group. It's also a great way to introduce the importance of order in problem solving - for example invite students to use the following process when completing the worksheet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin with the object at the top of the first column. Observe the object details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen, starting at the top of the second column, use your finger to scroll down the page, stopping at each object and comparing it to the one in the first column before moving to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a match is found, draw a line between the two items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue with the second object in the first column. Observe the details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce again, starting at the top of the second column, look at each item in turn to find the match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving an ordered approach, even in the simple exercises, will strengthen their problem solving skills now and in the future!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you enjoy these winter selections from All Kids Network! Be sure to visit their site for the download and for a heap of other great early childhood printables!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734100484121,"sku":"A3328","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Snowman-Clip-Art.jpg?v=1522781673"},{"product_id":"astronaut-preschool-skill-worksheets-a3332","title":"Astronaut Preschool Skill Worksheets","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-526 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Astronaut-Preschool-Pack.jpg\" alt=\"astronaut clip art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJolanthe, homeschool mom and creator of the site Homeschool Creations, recently began a new space thematic unit with her kiddos and had the grace to share her \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/astronaut-preschool-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAstronaut Preschool Pack\u003c\/a\u003e with the rest of us fortunate souls! Get geared up for some 'far out' learning as we give you a sneak peek at a few of our favorite space themed printables!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAstronaut Preschool Pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAstronaut Vocabulary Flash Cards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Astronaut-Vocab-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"space themed vocabulary cards\" class=\"featured\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will your preschoolers learn new unit vocabulary words, these fun flash cards can be used for many other activities as well:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students practice letter recognition and ordering by putting the flash cards in alphabetical order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint and laminate two sets of flash cards for memory and matching exercises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to trace the vocabulary word at the bottom of each card for fine motor, letter, and handwriting practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRocket Size Sequencing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Astronaut-Size-Sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"red clip art rockets of different sizes\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your preschoolers differentiate between small-, medium-, and large-sized objects with this fun sequencing exercise. Perfect for discussing terms like \"largest\", \"smallest\", \"larger than\", \"smaller than\", etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider using the rocket cutouts to create an interactive emergent reader like this \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3734\/fun-snow-themed-activities\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esnowman example\u003c\/a\u003e. As students complete the pages, they'll have to problem solve where to use each cutout so that the pages make sense (an added bonus!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpace Silhouette Matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Astronaut-Silhouette-Matching.jpg\" alt=\"space themed shadow matching game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike regular matching games, your preschoolers will be required to make observations, pay attention to detail, and identify like objects in this activity. The silhouettes add additional complexity to the exercise, forcing students to rely on shapes rather than other, more noticeable colors and details. A great problem solving activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRocket Scissor Skills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Astronaut-Scissor-Skills.jpg\" alt=\"rocket themed scissor skill worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJolanthe provides two scissor skill worksheet variations so your students will get plenty of practice! Consider printing the worksheet onto different types of paper (i.e different thicknesses, different textures, etc.). This will help strengthen student hand muscles as well as fine motor skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Print and laminate worksheets. Provide students with dry erase crayons and invite them to do some pre-writing practice by tracing the lines!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRocket Color Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Astronaut-Color-Recognition.jpg\" alt=\"rocket themed color cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will students practice color and color \u003cem\u003eword\u003c\/em\u003e recognition with these adorable printables, they're just as versatile as the vocabulary flash cards. Here are some great exercise ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to trace the color words for printing practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students review letters and the concept of ordering by placing the color cards in alphabetical order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an interactive emergent reader color book (like the example below) that students can read over and over. On the first page they can glue the colored rocket and on the opposite page they can glue objects of the same color found around the classroom (i.e. a button, a pom pon, a magazine clipping, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rocket-Color-Book-Interactive-Emergent-Reader-1.jpg\" alt=\"example rocket themed interactive emergent reader color book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rocket-Color-Book-Interactive-Emergent-Reader-2.jpg\" alt=\"example rocket themed interactive emergent reader color book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese selections don't even make up \u003cem\u003ehalf\u003c\/em\u003e of the activities in Jolanthe's Astronaut Preschool Pack so be sure to check out her full post for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101270553,"sku":"A3332","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HC-Astronaut-Vocab-Cards.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"groundhog-day-silhouette-amp-shadow-matching-a3336","title":"Groundhog Day Silhouette \u0026amp; Shadow Matching","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-643 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/SilhouetteShapes.jpg\" alt=\"silhouette shape matching activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Confessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Groundhog Day, we wait with baited breath to see if Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow. This silhouette\/shadow shape matching game from Confessions of a Homeschooler would be the perfect activity for your preschoolers this February 2nd - not only will they brush up on shape and color recognition, they'll get into the spirit of the day as they make observations and problem solve using silhouettes and shadows!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind the printable over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/prek-numbers-shapes-colors-review.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e! [NOTE: The original worksheets do not offer a black and white \"shadow\" version of the activity. Trace the shapes onto black construction paper or use computer software to fill the shapes before printing and using if you desire to extend the activity.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Matching!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734102515737,"sku":"A3336","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/SilhouetteShapes.jpg?v=1522781685"},{"product_id":"will-it-sink-or-float-printable-activity-mats-a3337","title":"\"Will It Sink or Float?\" - Printable Activity Mats","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-652 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/SinkFloatActivity.jpg\" alt=\"sink float preschool printable activity mats\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.hsprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these sink\/float science activity mats at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.spelloutloud.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSpell Outloud\u003c\/a\u003e and had to share! A perfect activity for the coming spring months, all you need to do is print the mats, place them into plastic document protectors, and collect objects from around the classroom to test and sort.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompleting the Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin with a few objects, but allow your students to \"go on a treasure hunt\" collecting a few of their own items to test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students make predictions about each object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest each object - placing the items on the appropriate activity mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen finished have students count the number of objects on each mat and compare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your students to discuss why they think an object behaved a particular way - talk about weight, composition, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: If this is an individual science exploration, along with the other applications, students will also be able to practice their handwriting skills by tracing the words on the bottom of each activity mat with a dry erase crayon!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo download the activity mats be sure to visit Spell Outloud! The printable documents can be found under Maureen's \"D is for Ducks\" thematic unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Splashing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103203865,"sku":"A3337","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/SinkFloatActivity.jpg?v=1522781689"},{"product_id":"all-kinds-of-weather-matching-worksheet-a3351","title":"All Kinds of Weather Matching Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-748 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weathermatch.jpg\" alt=\"preschool weather matching printable worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.tlsbooks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your preschoolers to develop their critical thinking skills with this weather-themed worksheet from \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tlsbooks.com\/preschoolthinkingskills.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTLS Books\u003c\/a\u003e - a fantastic site for free printables! Featuring black and white graphics {that just beg for you to get out the art box and add a bit of color!}, students must decide which weather condition the child(ren) in the picture are suited for. In some cases, the clothing choices are important (i.e. the raincoat and umbrella signify rain, etc.), while in other cases, your preschoolers must take into account the activity in which the figure is engaged (i.e. flying a kite signifies wind). This exercise offers your students a chance to explore relationship-building, hone observation skills, and strengthen problem solving skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet \u0026amp; Activity Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students use the images to begin a weather chart - paste a weather image in the header of each column, attach the appropriate\/matching picture in the column underneath, then find and paste pictures from old magazines, etc. that are relevant to each type of weather condition (i.e. an ice skater would be placed under \"Snowy\", a surfer would be glued under the heading \"Sunny\", etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter completing the exercise, use the images as journal prompts each day (i.e. Have your students glue the sun clip art image to the top of their paper and write or dictate, \"When it's sunny, I like to __________.\" or \"When it's sunny, I wear __________.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor further practice, cut the images apart, glue them to blank index cards, and use them to play a simple memory game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the download, be sure to visit TLS Books! And, while you're there, don't forget to peruse the awesome selection of free printables they offer!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105792537,"sku":"A3351","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/weathermatch.jpg?v=1522781705"},{"product_id":"digging-for-knowledge-soil-exploration-worksheet-a3358","title":"Digging for Knowledge: Soil Exploration Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-783 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/soil-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"exploring nature soil preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStephanie, first grade teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/diggin-up-some-soil.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Fabulous Fish\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this fantastic worksheet and soil exploration activity that's perfect for spring. While your preschoolers may need a bit more assistance with the experiment, this is still a fabulous exercise to complete as the weather gets warmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend a note home to parents asking them to help your students collect a sample of soil from their backyard. Practicing proper \"sample collection protocol\" by labeling it with the date, time, and location of the sample. Invite them to help their child draw a map of their yard, labeling important land features (i.e. ponds, trees, flower beds, etc.) and marking where the sample was taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack in class, complete and examination of the soil using the worksheet as a guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp your students pinch a sample of the soil and tape it to the paper and describe what it looks like to the naked eye - texture (sand, clay, silt, etc.) and color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDumping a bit of their sample into a tray, provide students with a magnifying glass and have them look at it up close. Encourage them to look for variations in particle size, leaves, twigs, and other organic matter, drawing pictures of what they see in the space on the worksheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter examining their own samples, invite your preschoolers to look at the samples of three of their friends to see how they compare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a look at the maps to see if there is any correlation between the composition of each student's sample and the area in which it came from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it may not be the \"in-depth\" experiment you imagine it to be, your preschoolers will certainly benefit from the hands-on exploration of nature - learning how to ask questions, use different scientific tools, making observations, and making comparisons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/soil-explorations.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Fabulous Fish: Soil Explorations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107594777,"sku":"A3358","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/soil-worksheet.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"a-garden-of-goodies-a3369","title":"A Garden of Goodies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe found this next gardening unit full of free printable worksheets at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lightningbuglit.com\/lets-share\/freebies\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLightning Bug Literacy\u003c\/a\u003e and thought we'd share a few of our favorite exercises!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-862 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-1.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower life cycle preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Life Cycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Teach your preschoolers about the life cycle of a plant - what it needs to grow, the proper vocabulary words {i.e. sprout, bud, etc.}, and what it looks like at each step - with this fun sequencing activity. To touch on the cyclical nature of life cycles, consider having your students use the cards to create a diagram on a piece of construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-863 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-2.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower counting preschool printable activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Counting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Invite your kiddos to practice numeral recognition and counting with these fun, brightly colored flower cards. Complete ordering activities, having students place all the flower cards in the correct numerical sequence {both regular and skip counting}, and fine motor counting activities, inviting students to place the correct number of clothespins or other math manipulatives on the cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-864 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-3.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden silhouette matching preschool printable worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilhouette Matching.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this silhouette matching game to start off the morning, as a transition between activities, or at the match center. As they search for the correct pairs, students will familiarize themselves with common garden objects, hone observation skills, and build problem solving skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-865 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-4.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden three part puzzle matching cards preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-Part Vocabulary Cards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Invite your students to strengthen observation skills, problem solve, learn new vocabulary words, and hone visual discrimination skills with these three-part vocabulary\/puzzle cards of common gardening items. Students will have fun building each picture and associating the vocabulary words with the picture they describe. Start with two sets of cards - one whole and one cut apart - having students use the whole cards as a guide when matching the other pieces. As they get used to the exercise, take away the guide deck and test students' knowledge\/retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great gardening exercises and printables, be sure to visit the full post at Lightning Bug Literacy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109233177,"sku":"A3369","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Flowers-1.jpg?v=1522781725"},{"product_id":"nature-bingo-a3380","title":"Nature BINGO","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1108\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nature-Bingo.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Nature BINGO Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: totallytots.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an educational way to get outdoors and soak up the sun? Cindy, creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.gironlife.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlong the Way\u003c\/a\u003e and featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/totallytots.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/touch-feel-learn-nature-bingo.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTotally Tots\u003c\/a\u003e, found this simple BINGO game that will have your little explorers observing and learning about the world around them {all while breathing some much needed fresh air in the 'great outdoors'!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet Fun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each of your students with a game board and a pencil {or a fun sheet of stickers!}. Cindy recommends playing one of two ways: 1) A student wins when they cross off three items in a row or 2) A student wins when they've crossed off all the items on their game board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf completing the activity with a larger group, adapt the original worksheet to create different versions of the game card to keep things interesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the game card features natural elements that are not abundant in your area, replace them with more common items {or just use the game board as inspiration for creating your own game!}. Consider touring the school grounds to create a list of elements your kiddos are sure to come across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack inside, invite your students to cut the game card apart and paste these images onto a page in their science journal as a heading for their entry. In each entry they might:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw and describe where they found the item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimate how many items {i.e. acorns, bees, etc.} were at the location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a map that will help someone else find the item's location {including important landmarks, etc.}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a scientific drawing of the item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe where a classmate found the time {if they were unable to cross it off their list}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Totally Tots for this fantastic download! While the feature was written and the activity completed by Cindy, we did want to mention that the worksheet was actually created by Jolanthe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e. :) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111690777,"sku":"A3380","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Nature-Bingo.jpg?v=1522781739"},{"product_id":"dinosaur-matching-game-a3387","title":"Dinosaur Matching Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1149 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dinosaur-match-game.jpg\" alt=\"Dinosaur Match Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: projectsforpreschoolers.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny of your kiddos going through a dinosaur phase? Does your classroom explore a dinosaur unit at some point during the year? This dinosaur matching game printable from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.projectsforpreschoolers.com\/dinosaur-match-game\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eProjects for Preschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e would be the perfect addition to your free play or game area!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing real photos and featuring more than just one dinosaur in each shot, students are certain to strengthen visual discrimination and visual memory skills as they attempt to pair identical cards. They'll also build problem solving, practice making observations, and strengthen social skills as they break into groups to play this fun game with their classmates!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Projects for Preschooler for this and other educational downloads for your kiddos!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734114803737,"sku":"A3387","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dinosaur-match-game.jpg?v=1522781758"},{"product_id":"easter-math-jelly-bean-observations-and-graphing-a3510","title":"Easter Math - Jelly Bean Observations and Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1937\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Jelly-Bean-Activities.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Science and Math Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2011\/04\/easter-sneak-peek-and-some-of-our-week.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e came up with these fantastic jelly bean themed math\/science activities and we thought we'd pass them along - they'd make a great addition to your Easter lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first activity invites your preschoolers to use their five senses to observe their jelly bean candies. While we're sure your kiddos will be most excited about tasting their samples, they're sure to have a lot of fun describing what their jelly beans look, smell, sound, and feel like too!\n\nThe next activity offers a great opportunity for your preschooler to practice color recognition, sorting, counting, and graphing skills! Not only will your kiddos enjoy using the jelly bean manipulatives to complete the activity, the finished graphing worksheet can be used to demonstrate how to analyze collected data. Students can practice using comparative terms - most, least, more than, less than, equal to, etc. - to describe the various columns on their printable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these fabulous worksheets, and lots of other great Easter ideas, be sure to visit A Teaching Mommy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141902873,"sku":"A3510","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Jelly-Bean-Activities.jpg?v=1522781917"},{"product_id":"are-we-really-different-mlk-day-egg-experiment-freebie-a6913","title":"\"Are We Really Different?\" MLK Day Egg Experiment \u0026 FREEbie!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's an oldie, but a goodie! Katie, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/littlekinderwarriors.blogspot.com\/2014\/01\/mlk-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Warriors\u003c\/a\u003e, put together this fun egg activity (including a great free printable response sheet!) to help her littles explore one of King's important messages - \u003cem\u003ewhile we may look different on the outside, on the inside, we are the same!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAre We Really Different?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePaper plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne white egg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne brown egg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eResponse sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStep One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-2-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start the lesson, display the eggs and invite your students to take turns examining them, noting any differences they observe on their response sheet. Discuss, as a class, your students' observations. For example, your discussion might include;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs similar?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are both eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have the same shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey both roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have a smooth shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can eat them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs different?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are different colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStep Two\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-2-edited2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, crack the eggs and allow students to observe the insides. Have students fill in the appropriate section of their response sheet, then resume your discussion and list. Your discussion might include;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs similar?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey both make a mess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have the same parts - shell, yolk, and white.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have a yellow yolk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs different?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite how they look on the outside, your students are sure to be surprised to find that the insides are identical!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/chicks.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity also has some great science connections! This might be the first time many of your kiddos have ever seen a brown egg, so as an extension, you can explore as a class why some eggs are white and some are brown!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204325913,"sku":"A6913","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Egg-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-predictions-worksheet-a3449","title":"Pumpkin Investigation Worksheet - Printable!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love this pumpkin activity\/worksheet! 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