{"title":"Pre-Writing Practice Worksheets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"writing-patterns-a3311","title":"Writing Patterns","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-348 \" title=\"Writing Patterns\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Writing-Patterns.jpg\" alt=\"worksheet with zig zags, waves and other patterned lines for pre-writing practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-writing activities are encouraged during the preschool years because they help to build essential, \u003cem\u003efoundational\u003c\/em\u003e fine motor skills like movement in different directions, effective hand position, effective writing tool position, and hand strength, while also helping children differentiate between drawing and writing. Designed by Shirley Erwee, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\/preschool-writing-patterns.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShirley's Preschool Activities\u003c\/a\u003e, this series of eleven unique pattern writing worksheets is bound to get your future-writers off on the right foot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint them for individual practice, create a reusable class set by placing the worksheets into plastic document protectors and inviting students to trace the lines with dry erase crayons, or, when all tracing is complete, double the fine motor practice by using them as scissor skill worksheets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen completing these and other pre-writing exercises, consider providing students with shorter writing utensils (e.g. finger crayons, shortened colored pencils, etc.). This will promote proper grasp of the writing tool, discouraging students from trying to \"fist\" the utensil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring this pre-writing exercise, have students lie on their bellies with the worksheet on the floor or attach the worksheet to an easel or wall workstation. Both of these positions promote proper wrist position and grasp of the writing utensil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an supplement to the worksheet series, provide students with play-dough mats, play-dough and toothpicks. Invite them to flatten their dough onto the mat and use the toothpicks to copy the writing patterns from the worksheets onto the dough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Shirley's awesome preschool site for the download and other great activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Writing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" title=\"Kayla\" 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":1734094782489,"sku":"A3311","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Writing-Patterns.jpg?v=1522781638"},{"product_id":"thanksgiving-turkey-pattern-a3314","title":"Thanksgiving Turkey Pattern","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-367 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Thanksgiving-Turkey-Pattern.jpg\" alt=\"turkey pattern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.superteacherworksheets.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thanksgiving season, give your preschoolers a learning exercise \"wrapped up\" in a fun craft! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherworksheets.com\/thanksgiving.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Teacher Worksheets\u003c\/a\u003e' turkey pattern printable provides the perfect complement - with its simplicity and versatility you can alter it to fit \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e lesson or unit! Here are a few example activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButton \u003cem\u003eColor\u003c\/em\u003e Collage Feathers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a variety of buttons in assorted colors - including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, and black. Using craft glue or Mod Podge, invite your preschoolers to collage each feather with a different color.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeather Counting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScript a number on each feather of the turkey template - one through eight. Provide students with school glue and craft pom poms in assorted colors. Invite students to count out and glue the appropriate number of pom poms to each feather. To help your students strengthen color recognition, have them match the color of the pom poms to the number color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feather-Pattern-Numbers.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather template with numbers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWriting Pattern Feathers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate writing patterns on each of the template feathers. [For ideas on creating your own patterns, check out our previous post on the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3311\/writing-patterns\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewriting patterns\u003c\/a\u003e worksheet series designed by Shirley Erwee of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShirley's Preschool Activities\u003c\/a\u003e.] Before assembling the turkey craft, have students trace the patterns for some excellent pre-writing practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feathers-Template-Writing.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather template with tracing patterns\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShape Feathers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorate each template feather with various traceable shapes. As students trace the objects, they'll strengthen shape recognition and fine motor skills, while learning how to properly form basic shapes. Have them color in the shapes before assembling the turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feathers-Pattern-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather templates with shapes\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou won't want to miss the exciting learning opportunities this simple Thanksgiving turkey template provides, so be sure to visit Super Teacher Worksheets for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGobble! Gobble!\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":1734095929369,"sku":"A3314","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Thanksgiving-Turkey-Pattern.jpg?v=1522781645"},{"product_id":"multi-skill-christmas-themed-printables-a3323","title":"Multi-Skill Christmas Themed Printables","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you ever need to breathe new life into your preschool curriculum, be sure to visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/preschool-christmas-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e. Erica - mother, educator, and creator of both the site and the amazing printables - offers lots of great resources and inspiration for exercises and activities year round. Recently, she released her Christmas printables and we just had to share! Here are our 'favorites' (to be honest, it was hard to pick because they're \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e fantastic!):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-438 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/COAH-Pre-writing-Practice.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas themed worksheet for pre-writing practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas Pre-Writing Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered with festive Christmas trees, students will \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e tracing the shapes, lines, and letters found on this series of worksheets! They'll build hand strength and fine motor coordination needed for future writing success, as well as begin to understand directional movement and differentiate between mere drawing and writing. Print worksheets onto regular paper and have your preschoolers practice with pencils, or print onto card stock, laminate, and provide dry erase crayons to create reusable practice mats.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-440  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/COAH-Star-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"preschool worksheet featuring christmas trees with different amounts of ornaments and matching number stars\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas Star Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrengthen student number recognition and counting skills with these cheerful Christmas trees and stars. Students are charged with the task of counting the ornaments on each tree and matching to it the appropriate number star. Works great as individual practice worksheets or reusable classroom learning station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReusable Classroom Learning Station\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminate tree worksheets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminate and cut apart number stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace one half of a Velcro dot on the back of the number star and the other half on top of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Velcro will make it easy for your preschoolers to complete the activity then clear the boards for the next group of students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-439 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/COAH-Roll-A-Christmas-Tree-Game.jpg\" alt=\"worksheet for homemade dice game to build a Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoll A Christmas Tree Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo your students it will seem as if you're taking a break from lessons and 'learning', but in reality, this game will help them brush up on following directions, number recognition, and matching! Here's a simple breakdown of the game:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents are given a Christmas tree worksheet along with a page of 'tree trimmings'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach tree trimming corresponds with a number - one through six. For example, the star corresponds to \"6\", the orange ornament to \"1\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents roll a die and add the tree trimming that coordinates with the number they rolled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErica really outdid herself on this set of worksheets so be sure to visit her site for the downloads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\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":1734098550809,"sku":"A3323","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/COAH-Pre-writing-Practice.jpg?v=1522781661"},{"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":"free-seussical-learning-pack-a6961","title":"FREE Seussical Learning Pack","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Dr. Seuss Free Learning Pack\" src=\"\/\/cdn.tristro.net\/uploads\/ideas\/post\/dr.seuss-inspired-pack%5B2%5D.jpg\" alt=\"Free Learning Pack Featuring Dr. Seuss\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for cute ideas to incorporate Dr. Seuss into your lessons? Do you teach young children (ages Toddler to 1st Grade)? If so, you have to check out this packet provided by Beth over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.123homeschool4me.com\/2012\/02\/free-seuss-learning-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/a\u003e. She has compiled an AMAZING assortment of activities that are sure to keep your youngsters busy! And the kicker... the entire packet is provided for FREE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe provided worksheets will give your kiddos a chance to work on the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Writing Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShapes and Colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming and Patterning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphabetizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollowing Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired Writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that is not even a complete list! Be sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.123homeschool4me.com\/2012\/02\/free-seuss-learning-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/a\u003e to get your FREE Seussical Learning Pack today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Dr. Seuss Free Learning Pack Example Worksheets\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dr.seuss-ideas-pack.jpg\" alt=\"Example Worksheets From Free Learning Pack Featuring Dr. Seuss\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205964313,"sku":"A6961","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dr.seuss-inspired-pack_5B2_5D.jpg?v=1522782303"},{"product_id":"springtime-lapbook-idea-for-preschool-a6999","title":"Springtime Lapbook Idea for Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Idea for Preschool\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Lapbook Idea for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan you believe it?  Spring has finally arrived! In celebration of the sun's return we've been on the hunt for lesson plans and ideas revolving around all things Spring. In our search we came across this incredible Springtime Lapbook idea featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for ideas to get your preschooler practice in writing, matching, sorting, cutting, music, puzzles...well, you get the idea...you need to check out this lapbook! It covers virtually every skill you can imagine - all in a convenient lapbook, and all about Spring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpringtime Lapbook\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePutting the lapbook together will be relatively simple. Here's a list of what you will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 File folders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral envelopes (varied sizes and colors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotebook paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring stickers {optional}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue, Scissors, Stapler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree printables (provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all of your supplies in hand you can get to work creating the different activities and putting together your lapbook.  Here are a few pictures of the complete book (you can follow the specific directions provided on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e, or you can piece the elements together however you choose!):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Song Envelop\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-songs.jpg\" alt=\"Song Envelop for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Folder 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-folder1.jpg\" alt=\"Folder 1 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Folder 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spingtime-lapbook-folder2.jpg\" alt=\"Folder 2 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the provided example, the two file folders are glued together to create a larger lapbook. They also take the lapbook one step further by creating an additional workbook out of notebook paper and storing it inside the first file folder. Checkout a few pages from the additional workbook:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Additional Workbook Page 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-workbook1.jpg\" alt=\"Additional Workbook Page 1 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Additional Workbook Page 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-workbook2.jpg\" alt=\"Additional Workbook Page 2 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Additional Workbook Page 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-workbook3.jpg\" alt=\"Additional Workbook Page 3 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Springtime Lapbook truly does contain an incredible assortment of ideas for Preschool practice - everything from fine motor skills, to pre-writing practice, to matching, sorting and even planting your very own flower garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e to print the FREE worksheets and get your Springtime Lapbook started! The activities are sure to keep your Preschooler engaged and excited to learn all about Spring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207340569,"sku":"A6999","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/springtime-lapbook-cover.jpg?v=1522782311"},{"product_id":"uppercase-alphabet-color-and-trace-worksheets-with-free-printables-a7125","title":"Uppercase Alphabet Color and Trace Worksheets (with FREE Printables!)","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Uppercase Alphabet Color and Trace Worksheets\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/uppercase-alphabet-color-trace.jpg\" alt=\"Worksheet Alphabet Practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your preschoolers and kindergartners with letter practice using these FREE worksheets created by Beth over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.123homeschool4me.com\/2013\/03\/free-uppercase-alphabet-color-trace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/a\u003e! 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