{"title":"Preschool Basic Concepts Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"apples-amp-patterns-a-wonderful-combination-a3703","title":"Apples \u0026amp; Patterns – A Wonderful Combination!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-69\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-.shock_.jpg\" alt=\"red apples\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003ePreschool is a wonderful time to introduce children to patterns! Jenae, educator and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2010\/10\/apple-patterning.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e, shares a wonderful fall patterning activity using apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by creating apple coloring pages. You can do this by free-handing apple shapes onto a piece of card stock and making copies or by finding a black and white clip art print on the internet or through your word processing software, using it to create and print a coloring page. Have you students color in the apple coloring pages so that they have three different colors of apples - red, green, and yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eApple Crafts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArm your preschoolers with crayons and invite them to practice coloring in the lines while creating their apple cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint apple coloring pages onto watercolor paper then provide students with brushes, water, and watercolor paints, inviting them to paint their cutouts.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with scraps of red, green, and yellow construction paper and invite them to collage their apple cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet out shallow bowls of red, green, and yellow craft paint along with pre-cut apple stamps (made from real apples!) and invite your students to \"color\" their cutouts with the stamps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the apple coloring pages are colored and have been left to dry (if needed!), invite students to cut them out. This is another great fine motor building exercise. Armed with their cutouts, the patterning can officially begin! Start with simple patterns (e.g. using only two colors in an ABAB sequence) and graduate to harder patterns that use all three colors. Have students model their favorite pattern, gluing the cutouts to a piece of construction paper or stringing them together to create a festive garland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exercise would also work well using pumpkins and gourds, popular Halloween characters, different colors of Indian corn, or various Halloween candy shapes. You might also consider creating pattern \"recipe cards\" where a particular pattern is modeled and students use their pieces to mimic the sequence for visual as well as verbal instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090489881,"sku":"A3703","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apples-.shock.jpg?v=1522781612"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-january-a3719","title":"Hand Print Calendar: January","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg\" alt=\"handprint snowman and poem calendar page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the \"hands on\" artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJanuary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanuary rings in the new year with snow and chilly temperatures, so what better to decorate the month with than a snowman! Your students will love using their hands to \"build\" one of these winter characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2816-assorted-buttons-16-oz-in-plastic-bucket.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric scraps (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January.jpg\" alt=\"january calendar page featuring a snowman\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint the palm of their hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e, place it on the right side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7175-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblue construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, and press firmly. This will create part of the snowman body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1251.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-285\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave them wipe the excess paint off their palm then cover it again, this time covering a smaller portion. Invite them to press the painted part of their palm just above the previous print to create a head. Have students create the third part of the snowman using a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaintbrush\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8639-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: They may only be able to make a partial circle underneath their prints depending on how much room there is.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1264.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the snowman has dried, provide students with black, orange, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e for detailing. Invite them to create a black top hat, black \"coal\" eyes and mouth, an orange carrot nose, and brown branches for arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1265.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students select three buttons to glue onto the snowman body. Then have students secure a fabric scrap around the snowman's neck as a scarf or provide them with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and paint one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1273.jpg\" alt=\"Step 4\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI made a great tall snowman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith two huge coal black eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd just to reach around his neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTook two of Daddy's ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI put a hat of Mother's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon his rounded head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd then I ran and left him\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd hurried off to bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen I awoke next morning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImagine my surprise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy snowman had run away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd left his hat, ties, and eyes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse word processing software to type out the poem, put a border around it, then print it onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e for your students. When their snowmen have dried fully, have your preschoolers mount the poem onto the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e. This makes a great project for a snowy day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097338393,"sku":"A3719","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg?v=1522781654"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-february-a3720","title":"Hand Print Calendar: February","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/February-Calendar-Shot-e1291071664658.jpg\" alt=\"homemade calendar for february with hand print heart and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of  the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the  \"hands on\" artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If  completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and  functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFebruary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn February, we celebrate the people in our lives that we love. What better to symbolize the month and the Valentines day holiday, than a hand print heart. Your students couldn't create a better valentine for their parents!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7187-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-pink.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePink construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Heart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-255\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/February.jpg\" alt=\"hand print heart and valentines day poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nHave students paint both hands red. To make the heart print, have them slant their hands (fingers toward each other), firmly pressing their left hand to the paper, then their right hand. [NOTE: Their fingers will overlap forming the point of the heart.] Invite your preschoolers to make the heart print on one side of the paper so that there's room to glue the poem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Valentine for You\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValentines, valentines,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink, red and blue,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've made a pretty one\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse word processing software to type out the poem, add a border, and print it onto card stock. Students will then be able to cut around the border and use glue to attach the poem to their calendar page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097535001,"sku":"A3720","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/February-Calendar-Shot-e1291071664658.jpg?v=1522781655"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-march-a3721","title":"Hand Print Calendar: March","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/March-Calendar-Shot-e1291146679840.jpg\" alt=\"homemade march calendar with a hand print shamrock\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the \"hands on\" artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMarch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarch is known for St. Patrick's day so bring a bit of fun to your homemade calendar with a hand print four leaf clover or leprechaun! Here's how to make both calendar variations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Four Leaf Clover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour Leaf Clover Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their fingers and the top of the their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1254.jpg\" alt=\"image for step 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngling their hand slightly, start at the top right corner, inviting students to press their hand firmly to the paper (fingers pointed toward the lower left corner). Make three more prints, moving around the paper in a clockwise motion, forming the four leaves of the clover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1255.jpg\" alt=\"image showing step 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use a black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e to draw a stem and an outline around each leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1266.jpg\" alt=\"image showing step 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive Green Shamrocks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne green shamrock, in the morning dew,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother one sprouted,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand then there were two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo green shamrocks, growing beneath a tree,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother one sprouted,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand then there were three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree green shamrocks, by the cottage door,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother one sprouted,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand then there were four.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour green shamrocks, near a beehive,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother one sprouted,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand then there were five.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive green shamrocks, bright and emerald green,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThink of all the luck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethese shamrocks will bring!\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a border around the poem (optional), print it onto card stock, and invite your students to glue it to their calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Leprechaun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen, pink, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7191-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeprechaun Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint their fingers green, adding a thin strip of orange under (along the palm). Finish the \"leprechaun\" by painting the base of the palm pink and the rest of the hand\/thumb green. Instruct students to press their hand firmly to the paper to make a print.\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1256.jpg\" alt=\"image showing step 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce dry, provide students with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e and invite them to draw a face for the leprechaun.\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1267.jpg\" alt=\"image showing step 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI'm A Little Leprechaun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm a little leprechaun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressed in green,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tiniest man\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThat you've ever seen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you ever catch me, so it's told,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll give you my big pot of gold!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint the poem onto card stock - adding a decorative border if you desire - and invite your students to mount it to their construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever character you choose for your March calendar, your students are sure to enjoy making these fun crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097698841,"sku":"A3721","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/March-Calendar-Shot-e1291146679840.jpg?v=1522781656"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-april-a3722","title":"Hand Print Calendar: April","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/April-Calendar-Shot-e1291314049598.jpg\" alt=\"homemade calendar with yellow hand print chick\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of  the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the  “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If  completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and  functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApril\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the \u003cem\u003eofficial\u003c\/em\u003e first day of spring comes the end of March, it seems that the true, \u003cem\u003ephysical\u003c\/em\u003e signs of spring burst forth in April. Along with warmer temperatures and new life (and soggy rains of course!), April is also the month in which Easter is celebrated. Commemorate both of these events with a cute and quirky hand print chick on your homemade calendar!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Chick\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/April.jpg\" alt=\"april calendar featuring hand print chick\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint their entire hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8262-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1258.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with yellow paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your students to press their painted hand firmly to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7187-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-pink.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epink construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a print. Continue making prints until you reach the number of desired chicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1259.jpg\" alt=\"Two yellow hand prints on pink construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, use a black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarker\u003c\/a\u003e to create eyes, feet, and the outline of wings. Add a small fingerprint of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e to create a beak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1268.jpg\" alt=\"yellow hand print chickens on pink construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaby Chick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeck, peck, peck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the warm, brown egg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOut comes a neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOut comes a leg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow does a chick,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho's not been about,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover the trick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf how to get out?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint the poem onto card stock and invite your students to mount it on the left side of their calendar page (opposite the chicks). Not only are chicks a great representation of Easter, they also help symbolize the growth and new life of spring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097797145,"sku":"A3722","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/April-Calendar-Shot-e1291314049598.jpg?v=1522781657"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-may-a3723","title":"Hand Print Calendar: May","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/May-Calendar-Shot-e1291684969927.jpg\" alt=\"yellow and orange handprint flower on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of   the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the   “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If   completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and   functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay is the time of year when spring blooms in full force! With the popular saying, \"April showers bring May flowers\", it seems fitting that the calendar month is represented with a hand print flower - a daffodil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8262-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYellow\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Daffodil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/May.jpg\" alt=\"yellow and orange hand print flower with flower poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their entire hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8250-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1258.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with yellow paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their fingers close together, instruct students to create four yellow prints in a semi-circle (reloading on paint before each print). As the picture shows, the palms should face outward and the fingers should face inward, toward a common point. These will be used as the daffodil petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, help students paint their hand with orange craft paint and invite them to make a center print. This will create the daffodil cup (or corona).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1269.jpg\" alt=\"hand print flower petals in yellow and orange\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly, create the daffodil stem using green paint and a paintbrush (or finger!). Then use a black marker to outline the petals and draw the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1272.jpg\" alt=\"hand print flower\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-317\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDaffodil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little yellow cup,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little yellow frill,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little yellow star,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd that's a daffodil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e~ Author Unknown\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate poem cards using card stock (adding a decorative border) and invite students to mount the poem beside their hand print daffodils for a fresh spring look!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734098288665,"sku":"A3723","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/May-Calendar-Shot-e1291684969927.jpg?v=1522781660"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-june-a3724","title":"Hand Print Calendar: June","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/June-Calendar-Shot-e1291690203833.jpg\" alt=\"summer calendar page featuring hand print strawberry and picnic poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJune\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJune brings the transition from spring to summer - sunny skies, warm temperatures, picnics, swimming, and much more! Add a little summer fun to your calendar with a hand print strawberry and a poem about picnics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, green, and black tempera paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Strawberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/June.jpg\" alt=\"hand print strawberry and picnic poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint both of their hands with red tempera paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1252.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with red craft paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to press one hand to the paper (palm at the top of the paper and fingers angled slightly inward). Have them make a second print with the other hand, following the same procedure, to complete the strawberry shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1260.jpg\" alt=\"hand print strawberry\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, have students use their finger to create a stem from green craft paint and add little black fingerprints to the strawberry shape to create seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1270.jpg\" alt=\"finished hand print strawberry\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePicnics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicnics are a lot of fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the nice, warm summer sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe can bring good things to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrawberries, what a treat!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicnics are a lot of fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCome on now, let's go on one!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ Author Unknown {found via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/picnics.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Virtual Vine}\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite the students to glue their poem next to the hand print strawberry and add it to their calendar artwork!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734098452505,"sku":"A3724","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/June-Calendar-Shot-e1291690203833.jpg?v=1522781660"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-july-a3725","title":"Hand Print Calendar: July","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/July-Calendar-Shot-e1291750899178.jpg\" alt=\"homemade july calendar page with hand print flag and flag poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of  the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the  “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If  completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and  functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJuly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery fourth of July we celebrate the birth of our country and those that have fought for our freedom. What better way to recognize the month than with a patriotic hand print flag and poem!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, white, and blue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini silver craft stars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Flag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/July.jpg\" alt=\"hand print flag and fourth of july poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint a blue square on their palm and their four fingers with alternating red and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1261.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with red, while and blue tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to press their hand firmly to the piece of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7175-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblue construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e - fingers pointed to the side of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1262.jpg\" alt=\"hand print flag on blue construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, have students embellish the blue part of the flag with mini craft stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1271.jpg\" alt=\"hand print flag with silver stars\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Flag For Me and You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, white, and blue,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, white, and blue,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flag for me,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flag for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the flag of our great nation,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's honored by each generation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoin me now in celebration,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, white, and blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the poem to the blue construction paper and have your students add it to their calendar artwork!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734098714649,"sku":"A3725","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/July-Calendar-Shot-e1291750899178.jpg?v=1522781662"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-august-a3726","title":"Hand Print Calendar: August","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/August-Calendar-Shot-e1292263338497.jpg\" alt=\"homemade calendar for august with hand print sun and sun poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of   the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the   “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If   completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAugust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe month of August evokes memories of brilliant sunshine, camp outs (and other outdoor activities), and the last days of summer before the school year officially begins. What better picture for the calendar than a bright yellow hand print sun?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Sun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/August.jpg\" alt=\"hand print sun and poem about a sun\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their entire hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8262-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1258.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with yellow paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students press their hand to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e (palm in the center and fingers pointed toward the top edge of the page).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this first print as a starting point. The palm will begin making the circular \"body\" of the sun and the fingers will be its rays. Have students add hand prints in a clockwise motion, re-coating their hand with paint before each new print, until a sun emerges!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1263.jpg\" alt=\"hand print sun\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBright Sun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright sun shining down,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShining on the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat a lovely face you have,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow, big, and round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType and print the poem onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e using word processing software and have students glue it to their calendar page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099206169,"sku":"A3726","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/August-Calendar-Shot-e1292263338497.jpg?v=1522781665"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-september-a3727","title":"Hand Print Calendar: September","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg\" alt=\"september calendar page with fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeptember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn September, most kids are headed back to school - engrossed by thoughts of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, school buses, and the new school year! Bring this theme to your September calendar page with a hand and fingerprint apple tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8637-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8634-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4916-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17628-construction-paper-12-x-18-white-bright-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Apple Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/September.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree and school poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to dip the tip of their finger into a shallow bowl of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8255-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e then make a series of fingerprints (in the shape of an oval) to one side of their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6012-sunworks0174-white-construction-paper-12-x-18.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1301.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students coat one finger with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1302.jpg\" alt=\"finger painted with brown tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage students to press their entire finger to the paper, directly under the freshly created \"leaves\" to create a tree trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1303.jpg\" alt=\"green fingerprint leaves and brown finger print tree trunk\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the tree trunk and leaves have dried, invite students to dip the tip of their finger into \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable red paint\u003c\/a\u003e and create \"apples\" on and around the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1314.jpg\" alt=\"fingerprint apple tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeptember Good Morning Song\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the school.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the pencils and pens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the teacher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to the kids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood morning to learning with my friends.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099468313,"sku":"A3727","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/September-Calendar-Shot-e1292444590553.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-october-a3728","title":"Hand Print Calendar: October","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg\" alt=\"homemade october calendar with hand print bat and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOctober\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its Halloween festivities, October brings goblins, and witches, and ghosts, oh my! So what better way to decorate your October calendar page than with a spooky holiday character - a hand print bat, spider, or Jack-o'-lantern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8258-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite washable paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17638-construction-ppr-bright-white-9x12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBat Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4390-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the white \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1306.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5962-prang-tempera-paint-white-gallon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e and round foam \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 to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4493-crayola0174-washable-broad-line-markers-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and color in both wings and ears for the bat and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1324.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween bat made from a hand print\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Black Bats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive black bats ready to soar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne stayed behind, now there are four.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour black bats hanging from a tree;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell down, now there are three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree black bats wondering what to do,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne flew away and now there are two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo black bats sitting in the sun,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fell asleep leaving only one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne lonesome bat, with no place to go,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWent hiding in a cave,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow there are zero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~Shel Silverstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Spider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8257-crayola0174-washable-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6467-prang-fun-pro-watercolor-markers-8-classic-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpider Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8638-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1304.jpg\" alt=\"palm covered with black tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the right edge of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1305.jpg\" alt=\"black palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e and a round foam \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4962-starter-brush-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrush\u003c\/a\u003e to create two \"eyes\" on the body. Have your students use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e to draw eight legs, the \"web\" detail, and finish the eye detailing (when the white paint has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1325.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print spider\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpider, Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her silken thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider hurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpider scurrying,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee her little web.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Jack-O-Lantern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17680-riv-gw-9x12-white-50ct-50.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJack-O-Lantern Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dry, use a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7875-sharpie-twin-tip-black.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack marker\u003c\/a\u003e to draw a stem and face for the jack-o-lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1315.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween hand print jack-o-lantern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJack-o-Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack-o-lantern, Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are such a funny sight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you sit there by the window,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking out into the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou were once a sturdy pumpkin,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing on a curly vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow you are a Jack-o-lantern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the night you shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever character you choose, your students are sure to have fun adding to their calendar art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099599385,"sku":"A3728","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/October-Calendar-Shot-e1292446794411.jpg?v=1522781667"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-november-a3729","title":"Hand Print Calendar: November","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/November-Calendar-Shot-e1292527055421.jpg\" alt=\"homemade November calendar page with hand print turkey and Thanksgiving poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNovember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovember brings with it harvest time and Thanksgiving. Along these themes, have your students decorate their November calendar page with a hand print pumpkin or a colorful hand print turkey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Turkey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors (brown, red, orange, green, purple, and blue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola® markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTurkey Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint their hand to match the picture to the left - brown palm and thumb, and each finger a different color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1309.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted to look like a turkey with brown blue purple green and orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their hand against the paper (off to one side) to make a print. Remind them to keep their fingers slightly spread apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1310.jpg\" alt=\"unfinished hand print turkey\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the paint has dried, provide them with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e, inviting them to the legs, beak, and eye. To finish the turkey, have students dip their fingertip into a shallow dish of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e, placing a small print right under the turkey's head to create a wattle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1317.jpg\" alt=\"hand print turkey on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHooray For Thanksgiving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's Thanksgiving dinner;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet's not be late;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's lots of good food,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo fill your plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith pie at the end,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can't be beat;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooray for Thanksgiving,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's so much to eat!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Pumpkin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17627-construction-paper-9-x-12-white-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePumpkin Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, provide students with green and brown markers, inviting them to create the stem, pumpkin detailing, ground, vines, and leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1316.jpg\" alt=\"hand print pumpkin on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Poem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne day I found two pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI planted one and pulled the weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt sprouted roots and a big, long vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pumpkin grew; I called it mine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pumpkin was quite round and fat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(I really am quite proud of that.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBut there is something I'll admit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThat has me worried just a bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI at the other seed, you see.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow will it grow inside of me?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm so relieved since I have found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThat pumpkins only grown in the ground!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo great crafts that will look awesome on your students' homemade calendars!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099697689,"sku":"A3729","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/November-Calendar-Shot-e1292527055421.jpg?v=1522781668"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-december-a3730","title":"Hand Print Calendar: December","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg\" alt=\"homemade December calendar with hand print Christmas tree and holiday poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDecember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of us know what special holiday December brings around - Christmas! Many characters and traditions surround the festivities - Santa, reindeer, elves, trees, among many others - so we though it'd be fitting to \"spruce up\" your December calendar page with a decorated tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7192-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e and embellishments (sequins, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWashable school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Christmas Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December.jpg\" alt=\"hand print Christmas tree and holiday poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their \u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e hand with green \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: The picture on the left shows a hand partially covered. This is best if an adult is making the craft, but children can certainly use their full hand print.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1254.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with green craft paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting at the bottom of the paper (palm at the edge and fingers pointed upward), have students gently press their hand to the paper, creating a print. Remind them to keep their fingers spread slightly as they make the print. Invite students to reapply the paint and make a second row of prints just above the first and fanned out slightly. [NOTE: The palm of the second prints will overlap the fingers of the first print.] Continue until a second and third row have been created. Flip the paper 180-degrees and you should have a triangular \"tree\" shape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1313.jpg\" alt=\"unfinished hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, arm your students with glue, craft embellishments, and markers, as well as a star made from yellow construction paper, and invite them to decorate their Christmas tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1318.jpg\" alt=\"decorated hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Santa Claus Comes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good time is coming,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI wish it were here,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe very best time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the whole of the year;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm counting each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn my fingers and thumbs-\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weeks that must pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen when the first snowflakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin to come down,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the wind whistles sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the branches are blown,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll not mind the cold,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThough my fingers it numbs,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor it brings the time nearer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Calendar Wrap Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble your hand print calendar, you'll need a blank calendar page for each month, a cover page, glue, a hole punch, and some binder rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing by gluing the blank calendar pages in their proper place. This can be a bit tricky - they're going to be adhered to the back of the next month's art work - so before doing anything permanent, make sure that all the artwork is displayed the correct way when flipping the calendar pages. December is the only month that will need a separate piece of construction paper. Have students use markers to add important dates to the calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hand-Print-Calendar-Cover-Page.jpg\" alt=\"cover page for hand print calendar craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach a cover page and a picture of the student (if desired), as well as a fingerprint poem (also optional). There are several cute ones that can be found on the internet with a little searching!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly - double checking that all the pages are in order and arranged correctly - punch three or four holes along the top edge of the calendar and slip binder rings through them. You might also consider punching one hole at the bottom of each calendar page (in the middle) so that it can be hung up at home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParents will LOVE getting this homemade gift for Christmas - it makes a great keepsake too!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099959833,"sku":"A3730","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg?v=1522781670"},{"product_id":"three-two-one-blast-off-a3732","title":"Three…Two…One…BLAST OFF!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2940634813.jpg\" alt=\"Coronet Cluster: A Neighbor of Star Formation\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2008 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/25053835@N03\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSmithsonian Institution\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/25053835@N03\/2940634813\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e (via: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThematic units provide a great way for your students to explore different concepts in a creative, yet focused manner. If you're looking for a way to spice up your curriculum this January, consider looking up - introducing your students to ASTRONAUTS \u0026amp; SPACE! Here are some great ideas to get your unit started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSensory Bin Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLisa, homeschooler and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cheeriosunderfoot.blogspot.com\/2010\/08\/solar-system-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCheerios Underfoot\u003c\/a\u003e, created this spectacular outer space sensory bin using black marbles, homemade planets, and space themed erasers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Solar-System-Sensory-Bin-e1294102082649.jpg\" alt=\"outer space sensory bin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Cheerios Underfoot\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/january-sensory-tub-playdough.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e designed this exciting sensory bin - its navy aquarium rocks reminiscent of the night sky while the super (bouncy) balls and jacks double as planets and stars. For a complete list of items, be sure to visit Mari-Ann's full post!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"space sensory bin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFine Motor Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some great fine motor fun, try some of the following activities, created by Mari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/on-our-shelves-january.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstellation Pin Punching. Print individual constellation dot-to-dots, have students complete the exercise then, armed with a jumbo push pin, have students punch a hole in each dot. [Shown left]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanet Lacing. Create card stock or craft foam planet shapes, punch holes around the edges, and invite your students to practice lacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSifting Planets. Place several marbles into a large bowl filled with rice (dyed navy to resemble the night sky). Provide students with a flat, slotted turner (kitchen utensil) and have them sift for planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/CC-Constellation-Pin-Punching.jpg\" alt=\"constellation pin punching\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpace Math\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/SpaceCountdownCards.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e created these countdown to blastoff cards to help your preschoolers practice number recognition and counting skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLF-Countdown-Sequence.jpg\" alt=\"space themed math counting game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Making Learning Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn her Astronaut Preschool Pack, Jolanthe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/astronaut-preschool-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e provides an awesome worksheet to help your preschoolers distinguish between small, medium, and large rockets as well as practice sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Rocket-Sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"worksheet with little to big rockets for sequencing practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Worksheets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/astronaut-preschool-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJolanthe's\u003c\/a\u003e Astronaut Preschool Pack is this color recognition\/matching exercise among other great activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Color-Rockets.jpg\" alt=\"space themed color recognition exercise\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Place in Space by Joan Sweeney\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's No Place Like Space by Dr. Seuss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn The Moon by Anna Milbourne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Want to be an Astronaut by Byron Barton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the Launch Pad by Michael Dahl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurious George and the Rocket by H. A. Rey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFun Projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake miniature planetariums using recycled paper towel rolls. Tape a piece of black paper to one end and use push pins to gently create constellations in the black paper. Hold the tube up to the light to see the constellation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover a table with a large piece of black fabric. Use glow in the dark stars to create constellations on the underside of the table and take turns stargazing in your homemade planetarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate stardust jars using oil, water, food coloring, and glitter in a recycled plastic bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all of these great exercises, activities, and lessons, your students are sure to love exploring SPACE from the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734100942873,"sku":"A3732","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2940634813.jpg?v=1522781675"},{"product_id":"fruity-fun-thematic-unit-amp-the-very-hungry-caterpillar-a3736","title":"Fruity Fun Thematic Unit \u0026amp; The Very Hungry Caterpillar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-461\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Very-Hungry-Caterpillar.jpg\" alt=\"The Very Hungry Caterpillar book cover\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eThis multidisciplinary lesson\/unit, created by Karen Evans - contributor to the HotChalk® LessonPlansPage - not only introduces students to the importance of fruit, but will help to cultivate important science skills as well as the concept of applied reading. Designed for preschool through kindergarten, Evans suggests setting aside a week to complete each of the lessons (or, of course, picking and choosing exercises to suit your needs!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruity Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach day, provide students with a selection of fruits, inviting them to use their senses to observe and describe each fruit. Here's a brief overview of the activity and the types of discussions to have with your students as they explore: \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-459\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Five-Senses-Fruit-Observation-Activity.jpg\" alt=\"how to observe fruit using the five senses example activity overview\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eBe sure to provide tools for observation like magnifying glasses and microscopes. You might also consider bringing in a blender to compare how each fruit looks after it's been mashed!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy and compare fruit seeds. Provide students with tweezers, magnifying glasses, and microscopes for observation. Test student memory by providing them with several seed selections and several fruit selections and inviting them to make the appropriate match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruity Math\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict how many seeds you'll find in an apple. Count them and compare the actual number to the predicted amount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a jar with blueberries. Invite students to estimate how many are in the jar then count and compare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students keep a like\/dislike fruit chart to update throughout the week.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-460\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-Fruit-Preferences.jpg\" alt=\"example fruit preference chart\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAt the end of the unit, compile the class' preferences to create a like\/dislike bar graph for each fruit. Then, have students vote for their favorite fruit, creating a graph of the results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruity Literature \u0026amp; Skill Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvans suggests using Eric Carle's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e as the unit's literature selection - recommending that it's read each day. [Here's a spectacular \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HpISHA8Fs4w\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e'animated' version\u003c\/a\u003e of the book we found on YouTube!] In addition to its references to fruit, this popular children's book is perfect for reviewing the days of the week, numbers, and the concept of sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more lesson details and instructions, be sure to visit Evans' full post \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.lessonplanspage.com\/ScienceMathLAMDFruityFunUnitPK.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFruity Fun\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101631001,"sku":"A3736","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Very-Hungry-Caterpillar.jpg?v=1522781680"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-sensory-activities-a3737","title":"Valentine's Day Sensory Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eHolidays provide a great excuse to change up your classroom sensory stations. With so many fun options, your students are sure to have plenty to explore this Valentine's Day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Sensory Bin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurprise your students with a change at the sensory table. We found two great ideas, one from Cara at The Picky Apple and one from Mari-Ann at Counting Coconuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"february valentine's day sensory tub\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Picky Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thepickyapple.com\/blog\/2010\/02\/02\/valentines-sensory-tub\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCara\u003c\/a\u003e uses a more traditional base of dry lima beans and small crystal hearts in valentine colors - red, pink, and white. Add several plastic conversation heart containers the overhaul of your sensory table is sure to be a hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Day-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day or february sensory bin\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-528\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/sensory-fun-valentines-style.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMari-Ann\u003c\/a\u003e takes a less traditional approach - using light pink wool as the base of her bin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItems to add:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHearts. Plastic crystals, foam cutouts, gems, beads, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemed erasers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink, red, and white craft pom pons in various colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSparkly boxes and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Mari-Ann suggests, it can be fun to provide \"sets\" of items at the sensory table for independent practice in grouping and classifying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory Activities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValentine's Day Play Dough.\u003c\/b\u003e Make \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/valentines-day.holidayscentral.com\/kids-and-crafts\/how-to-make-homemade-play-doh-valentine%E2%80%99s-day\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehomemade play dough\u003c\/a\u003e exciting with red food coloring, glitter, and almond or chocolate extract! Students can strengthen fine motor skills by using heart shaped cookie cutters and other fun tools, get some shape practice using play dough mats, or just have some unstructured fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Day-Playdough.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day or February play dough\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-532\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Holidays Central\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lvccmarketing.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/santas-elves-spotted-in-nazareth.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSensory Bags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e Let students have sensory fun with less mess! Add a bit of colored shaving cream, cool whip, vanilla pudding, light corn syrup, baby oil, etc. to a ziploc bag (add other fun elements like glitter, heart crystals, Valentine's Day confetti, etc. if you desire) and let your kiddos explore! Invite students to trace, squish, roll, twirl, and squeeze to their hearts content - no wash rag required!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Sensory-Bag.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day sensory bag activity\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-535\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: This Week at LVCC\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101893145,"sku":"A3737","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Sensory-Tub.jpg?v=1522781681"},{"product_id":"learning-about-hot-amp-cold-a3740","title":"Learning About Hot \u0026amp; Cold","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-563 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HotorCold.jpg\" alt=\"hot or cold preschool lesson plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: FileFolderFun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this simple science lesson at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child!\u003c\/a\u003e - a website created by a former early childhood teacher for a child's \u003cem\u003efirst\u003c\/em\u003e teachers - their parents! While the lesson was originally designed and completed with a toddler, we think the concepts will translate to the preschool classroom as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lesson, students will use their senses - primarily touch - to explore hot and cold. Simply gather two gel hot and cold packs, placing one in the freezer to freeze and the other in the microwave to heat, then set them out on the sensory table and invite your students to poke, prod, hold, squeeze, and learn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the video Jenae posted of their learning process. Along with making the distinction between \"hot\" and \"cold\", this lesson provides the perfect opportunity to address safety issues related to both temperature extremes as well as the concept of opposites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot\/Cold Sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-562 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HotCold.jpg\" alt=\"hot or cold file folder game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: FileFolderFun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce each student has been able to explore the hot and cold packs, have students take what they've learned and apply it using this fun file folder game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/filefolderfun.com\/Pages\/PreschoolScience\/HotorCold.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFileFolderFun.com\u003c\/a\u003e! Students are given picture card playing pieces which they must sort into the proper pocket - hot items into the \"hot\" side and cold items into the \"cold\" side. Be sure to visit FileFolderFun.com for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschool science lessons do not have to be elaborate. This simple exercise provides students with the opportunity for sensory exploration and practical application - hallmarks of great learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103400473,"sku":"A3740","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HotorCold.jpg?v=1522781690"},{"product_id":"learning-with-dr-seuss-a3742","title":"Learning with Dr. Seuss","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dr-seuss-profile.jpg\" alt=\"dr. seuss\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't have to be a kid to appreciate Dr. Seuss's dynamic works - the colors, the rhymes, and, of course, the amazing imagination! In honor of his birthday on March 2nd, Mrs. Pearce, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog Mrs. Pearce's \"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/icanyoucantoucanclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/classroom-activities-inspired-by-works.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can, You Can, Toucan\u003c\/a\u003e\" Classroom, created a list of her favorite Seuss-inspired activities and we'd thought we'd pass along a few of our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere's a Wocket in My Pocket\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this activity, students can tap into their natural \"creative banks\" by creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e {silly!} rhyming pairs like \"a blandwich in my sandwich\", \"a splog on my dog\", etc. Provide each student with a piece of paper in which to illustrate their wacky rhymes, then compile these into a classroom book!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Many Colored Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile they certainly \u003cem\u003efeel\u003c\/em\u003e them, emotions can be a hard concept for preschoolers {and many adults!} to describe, explain, and sometimes cope with. Preschool offers a great setting for your students to learn about feelings, as well as provide them with the tools to deal with emotions in a positive and healthy way. Pearce suggests using Seuss's book to associate emotions with colors - having students act out each color (i.e. Yellow is the color of sunshine and is most often associated with joy and happiness, as well as intellect and energy. A student might \"act it out\" by smiling, skipping, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBartholomew and the Oobleck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a fantastic sensory experience, Pearce suggests having your preschoolers make their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e oobleck to use at the sensory table. As an extension of the activity, you might consider instigating a discussion of matter, specifically solids and liquids, as they play and explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf I Ran the Zoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another activity where your students' imaginations can run wild. After reading the selection, invite your students to form groups and great their own zoo - complete with imaginary animals to fill it! Have them create at least one creature from each basic animal group - invertebrate, amphibian, reptile, bird, fish, and mammal. You, of course, will need to explain the characteristics of each group and give handouts of examples. Have your students draw or sculpt their newly discovered creatures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Seuss-inspired activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Pearce's full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103597081,"sku":"A3742","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dr-seuss-profile.jpg?v=1522781692"},{"product_id":"celebrating-dr-seuss-a3746","title":"Celebrating Dr. Seuss","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-586 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeussIsOnTheLoose.jpg\" alt=\"Reading Across America Dr Seuss Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate Reading Across America with the whimsical literature of Dr. Seuss - and this fantastic unit by Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-suess-is-on-loose.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e You'll find everything from math exercises and crafts to science and language arts lesson ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Fish, Two Fish...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a Styrofoam cup of Goldfish® Colors crackers. Invite them to dump and sort the fish based on color, count the number in each group, and record the results on the printable worksheet. Discuss the results as a class using terms like \u003cem\u003emost, least, more than, less than,\u003c\/em\u003e etc. Rachelle provides a summary data sheet for your students to complete as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtension: Create a class graph that compiles one set of data points (i.e. have students vote on which color fish they had the most of, least of, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorton Hears...\u003c\/em\u003e Inflections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce your students to inflections - \u003cem\u003ebig, bigger, biggest and small, smaller, smallest\u003c\/em\u003e - with this Seuss themed exercise. Rachelle provides two sets of cutouts, a set of elephants and a set of flowers, which students are asked to sequence. The elephants will help students differentiate between big, bigger, and biggest, while the flowers will give them a visual representation of small, smaller, and smallest. After an introduction to these concepts, use Rachelle's worksheet to have students draw their own inflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImagining Animals with \u003cem\u003eHorton Hatches the Egg\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeuss's story crosses two unlikely animals - an elephant and a bird - to create a new jungle creature. Have your students create their own cross-breeds, mixing the qualities of two of their favorite animals. Rachelle's worksheet provides a space for students to draw their new creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBartholomew and the Oobleck\u003c\/em\u003e Science Experiment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students explore states of matter {specifically liquids and solids} with this gooey science experiment. Start by discussing the properties of the two with your students, showing them examples, then provide each of them with a sample of oobleck to explore. Observing how different objects interact with the substance (marble, paperclip, etc.), how it feels, etc. have students describe the substance, discussing how the oobleck presents characteristics of both a liquid and a solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great Seuss-themed lesson ideas, be sure to download Rachelle's full Dr. Seuss unit at What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104317977,"sku":"A3746","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DrSeussIsOnTheLoose.jpg?v=1522781696"},{"product_id":"rainbows-for-st-pattys-day-a3751","title":"Rainbows for St. Patty's Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eJolanthe at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/preschool-corner-rainbows-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e has put together a fun lesson plan for St. Patrick's Day featuring rainbows and leprechauns! While you'll have to visit her site for the full details {printables, links, etc.} - here are a few of the highlights!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Science of Color Mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-632 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-4.jpg\" alt=\"science rainbow color mixing st. patrick's day preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up six {clear} containers in a circle. Fill alternating containers {three in total} three-quarters full with water. [NOTE: It might to fun to add in a lesson on measuring, labeling each container like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/first-lesson-of-measurement-volume.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eones below\u003c\/a\u003e and inviting your students to 'be precise' when mixing.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-633 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IPhone-Pictures-Eaton-25-months-548.jpg\" alt=\"clear containers marked for measuring and volume preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd red, yellow, and blue food coloring or liquid watercolor paints to the water in the cup, one color for each prepared container. Then have fun mixing neighboring colors, pouring one-fourth of the colored liquid from each cup into the empty container. At they end, you'll have all six colors of the rainbow and each cup will be half full of liquid.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-634 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-6.jpg\" alt=\"rainbow size sequencing preschool printable lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Size Sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the printable from Erica at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/prek-letter-r.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e {Jolanthe provides a link to the worksheet in her resource list}, have your students practice size discrimination and sequencing by ordering the rainbow cutouts from largest to smallest, then from smallest to largest, and discussing vocabulary such as...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, smaller, smallest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig, bigger, biggest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller than\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBigger than\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Fun Activities...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll a rainbow game from Erica at Confessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll a leprechaun game from Jessica at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jmeacham.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Meacham's Classroom Snapshots\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreasure hunt sensory bin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM\u0026amp;M rainbow sorting mat from Jo at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Jolanthe's site for more great links, lessons, printables, and resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105464857,"sku":"A3751","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rainbow-4.jpg?v=1522781703"},{"product_id":"fine-motor-skills-amp-counting-a3756","title":"Fine Motor Skills \u0026amp; Counting","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe found these great {and super simple!} fine motor math exercises at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tonsoffunpreschoolactivities.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/quiet-box-3.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTons of Fun\u003c\/a\u003e and had to share - they'd make a wonderful addition to your math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-656 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_3332.jpg\" alt=\"preschool counting and fine motor activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tonsoffunpreschoolactivities.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Sticks \u0026amp; Mayo Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver notice how squeezable mayonnaise containers have a long, flat opening? Well they \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e, and that makes them the perfect compliment for craft stick counting! Provide students with a clean container and a handful of craft sticks and invite them to build both counting and fine motor skills as they maneuver the sticks through the slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut strips of construction paper in various colors, gluing one around each bottle. Create an assortment of craft sticks - some painted to match the bottle colors and others with the color words written on them. Invite your students to match both sets of craft sticks to the correct bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a lesson on color theory, add one colored strip of construction paper (orange, green, purple, and black) to each mayonnaise bottle. Using all the colors of the rainbow, paint craft sticks. You'll need: 2 of each primary color and 1 of each secondary color. When dry, invite your students to select the colors that are mixed together to create the color designated on the bottle, placing the proper craft sticks in the container (i.e. students should place a red and yellow craft stick into the orange mayo bottle, all the colors in the black mayo bottle, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel each bottle with a different numeral, inviting students to count out and place the correct number of craft sticks in each container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel each container with a sum and script numerals onto each craft stick. Invite your students to find two craft stick numerals that add up to equal the displayed sum and place them in the mayo bottle (i.e. students could place craft sticks labeled with a \"2\" and a \"3\" in the container labeled \"5\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-657 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_3333.jpg\" alt=\"preschool math activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tonsoffunpreschoolactivities.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Cleaner \u0026amp; Drinking Straws\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some counting {or even patterning!} and fine motor fun, provide students with chenille stems\/pipe cleaners and various colored drinking straws that have been cut into 1\" sections. 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We found this terrific idea at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/fingerprint-fanatics\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Tots\u003c\/a\u003e that your preschoolers will love to complete any day of the week {trust us!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint or carefully script each student's name onto a piece of card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a colorful border using glue and construction paper (optional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with ink pads and their fingers, invite students to trace each letter {using proper form\/direction} with fingerprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep back and realize that you've probably created some fingerprint fanatics!!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapitalizing on the enthusiasm for this new and exciting way to practice letter formation, consider extending the activity to include individual letter cards {featuring both upper and lower case}, vocabulary words, common sight words, and even full alphabet mats! Not to mention, when finished, you can easily segue into a science investigation of fingerprints - discussing how each person has unique prints, looking at them more closely using magnifying glasses, learning how to 'dust for prints', etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Creative Tots for more great pictures and preschool resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106808345,"sku":"A3757","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fingerprint-letter-tracing.jpg?v=1522781711"},{"product_id":"patterning-caterpillars-patternpillars-a3758","title":"Patterning + Caterpillars = Patternpillars!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-667 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/patternpillars.jpg\" alt=\"preschool animal theme patterning exercise and lesson plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.creativetots.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatterning exercises help students strengthen observation skills, build problem solving skills, develop visual discrimination, and reinforce early math skills. We found this adorable animal-themed patterning exercise at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/patternpillars\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Tots\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would provide your preschoolers the perfect introduction to patterns {although, your students will still love the activity even if they're already familiar with the concept!}. What do you get when you cross patterning with caterpillars? \u003cem\u003ePATTERNPILLARS!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile the original project makes use of a simple AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e pattern, if you feel your students are up to it, try more complicated patterns with more than two colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students create patternpillars based on pom pom \u003cem\u003esize\u003c\/em\u003e rather than color {i.e. big, little, \u003cem\u003ebig, little\u003c\/em\u003e or big, little, little, \u003cem\u003ebig, little, little\u003c\/em\u003e, etc.}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with both pom poms and spherical wooden beads {or another such material}, inviting them to determine patterns based on how the material feels - soft\/hard, fuzzy\/smooth, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107004953,"sku":"A3758","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/patternpillars.jpg?v=1522781713"},{"product_id":"learning-about-butterflies-a3760","title":"Learning About Butterflies Preschool Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-683 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg\" alt=\"eric carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar preschool counting and sorting activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the spring season with a lesson on butterflies! Beth, preschool teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/preschool-butterfly-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrom The Hive\u003c\/a\u003e, designed some fun activities that should give you a head start in your planning! Here are a few of our favorite exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeth suggests reading Eric Carle's popular children's tale, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, to introduce your students to the life cycle of a butterfly. She found {among her daughter's books} a fun edition with large colorful pages and a plush caterpillar toy that can actually traverse the holes in the pages. While your preschoolers have probably heard the story numerous times, if you can get your hands on this edition, your kiddos will have a blast volunteering to move the hungry little caterpillar through the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarle-Inspired Sorting \u0026amp; Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking from the fruits of the story - apple, pears, plums, and more - Beth created felt fruit manipulatives and some fabric numbers. First her preschoolers were charged with the task of sorting the fruit by kind, then Beth invited them to count each grouping, matching the correct numeral to each bunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterfly Life Cycle Interactive Emergent Readers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents created a fun interactive emergent reader using a combination of finger, fist, and hand prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A little egg lay on a leaf.\" - Students create a small egg with their fingerprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Out hatches a caterpillar. He eats and eats and grows and grows.\" - Students make a caterpillar print using their entire finger. For fun, have students alternate the color between knuckles!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The caterpillar builds a chrysalis.\" - Beth had students make their hand into a fist, then trace it (upside down so the 'fat' part is on the bottom) on the paper and color it in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A few days later, a beautiful butterfly pops out!\" - Students create a butterfly body with their finger, then trace a full hand print on either side to create a butterfly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Consider having students make the prints using craft paint for more vibrant pages.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a list of songs and fingerplays (as well as lyrics!), a tutorial on cute butterfly finger puppets, butterfly snack ideas, and other fun learning center activities, be sure to visit Beth's full post at From The Hive!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107430937,"sku":"A3760","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"find-a-rainbow-day-activities-a3762","title":"Find-A-Rainbow Day Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eApril 3rd is 'Find-A-Rainbow Day' so we tried to scare up a few cute activities for you to try with your kiddos, just in case you needed an excuse to add a bit of color to your classroom and lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-691  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/roll-a-rainbow-game.jpg\" alt=\"rainbow preschool math game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoll-A-Rainbow Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrengthen counting skills, review color and color word recognition, build numeral recognition, and 'fine tune' those fine motor skills needed to pluck and place candy math manipulatives with this fun game from Katherine at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/8314\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e. Students roll two dice {for more of a challenge}, determine the number of dots, check the key for the correlating numeral and color, and place the appropriately colored candy on their rainbow game board. The only downside to this game - your students may eat all the 'markers' before they get their rainbow built! [NOTE: Stick around and peruse Katherine's full post for more phenomenal rainbow activities!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-692 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spider-match.jpg\" alt=\"spider preschool color match game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: puppydogtails.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpider Color Match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmily of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puppydogtails.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/tot-school-day-4.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSnails and Puppy Dog Tails\u003c\/a\u003e developed this adorable spider color match that will help your kiddos practice problem solving, develop visual discrimination, and review colors. [NOTE: To add in color word practice, switch out the colored dots on the webs, for color word labels.] Along with these skills, your students will also strengthen fine motor skills as they craft their spider game pieces! If spiders aren't your specialty, consider creating colored frogs to match to lily pads, caterpillars to place next to the appropriate chrysalis, or even ladybugs and matching leaves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-693 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-sensory-bottle.jpg\" alt=\"preschool rainbow sensory bottles\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Sensory Bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some relaxed fun, set out these rainbow sensory bottles from Deborah at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/03\/rainbow-play-and-getting-out-of-the-way-in-preschool-plus-a-rainbow-linky\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e. Your students will have a blast as they order, shake, roll, line up, stack, and \u003cem\u003eexplore\u003c\/em\u003e these exciting new materials. As Deborah observed, your students will also cultivate communication and social skills as they interact with each other during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope you enjoy the selections and have fun incorporating 'Find-A-Rainbow' Day into your classroom activities!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107856921,"sku":"A3762","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/roll-a-rainbow-game.jpg?v=1522781717"},{"product_id":"learning-about-plants-in-preschool-a3766","title":"Learning About Plants in Preschool","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in doing a spring botany or gardening unit {spring really is a great time to cover these topics}, we found some great activities at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/790\/sorting_nature\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Activities Blog\u003c\/a\u003e {from Erin F.} that you should consider when putting your unit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-718  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/preschool-1.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower color and sorting nature match preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kidsactivitiesblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorting Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fun nature 'treasure hunt', equipped with a sectioned container for collecting samples, students will head out to the school yard in search of natural items that match the color swatches displayed in each of the container sections. Through this process students will not only strengthen color recognition, they'll learn about and practice collecting samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce matches have been made, have your students meander back inside for some sorting fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort 'living' items from 'nonliving' items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort objects by type {flowers, gravel, leaves, wood, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort samples by color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-719 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/preschool-2.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden preschool math counting activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kidsactivitiesblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounting Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/918\/counting-garden\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emath center activity\u003c\/a\u003e. Using a large aluminum roasting pan and cardboard, create a garden with two distinct sections. Fill one section with rice, dried beans, popcorn kernels, etc. and leave the second section empty. Next, create flower number paddles {one through ten} using colorful construction paper and popsicle sticks. Armed with these paddles and ten large seeds, use the garden to practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-to-one correspondence. As you drop a seed into the empty side of the garden, have your student plant a flower. Continue the pattern - seed, flower, seed, flower - until all ten flowers have been planted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening and counting. Erin suggests having your student close their eyes and listen as you drop the seed(s) into the garden, then count out and plant the correct number of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple addition and subtraction. Create simple word problems for students to \"act out\" using their flower paddles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor these and other fun preschool plant activities, be sure to visit the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Activities Blog!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109102105,"sku":"A3766","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/preschool-1.jpg?v=1522781724"},{"product_id":"double-trouble-foam-shape-matching-exercise-a3778","title":"\"Double Trouble\" Foam Shape Matching Exercise","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-931\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/double-trouble-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"Shape Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.walkingbytheway.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're attempting to work with a small group of students and need something to occupy your remaining students' attention or need a quiet exercise for your kiddos to complete during free time {or even between activities when they finish early!}, this shape matching activity from Ami at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.walkingbytheway.com\/blog\/?p=298\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWalking by the Way\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to keep your preschoolers' attention. The best feature, it fits neatly into a Ziploc bag, ready to be stored for future use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile simple, this exercise \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e take preparation. For a full list of supplies, printable exercise grids, and directions, be sure to visit Ami's full post! Your kiddos are certain to find this activity both exciting and challenging, and as they complete the two-part process {identifying and finding first the bottom shape and then the top}, they will sharpen visual discrimination, practice shape and color recognition, and strengthen fine motor skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students have had practice with this exercise, consider altering the activity for extra use...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a third element, scripting a number or letter onto the top shape for an extra matching challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an interactive emergent reader or activity mats that will help your preschoolers practice shape and color word recognition. Include a description of each 'compound shape' {i.e. \"Small green circle on a large pink triangle\"} and half of a Velcro dot on each page\/mat. Place the second half of the Velcro dot onto the back of each shape card {shape cards can be created by cutting the original exercise grid apart}. To complete the activity, invite your students to use the written clues to match the shape cards to their correct page in the reader or activity mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111789081,"sku":"A3778","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/double-trouble-shapes.jpg?v=1522781740"},{"product_id":"sculpting-simple-amp-3d-shapes-a3779","title":"Sculpting Simple \u0026amp; 3D Shapes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great way to help your preschoolers master shapes is through sculpture - learning through creation. We found several great center activities to get the ideas flowing...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-935\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/play-dough-7.jpg\" alt=\"Fine Motor and Shapes Preschool Lesson Plans\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: puttiprapancha.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eTry colorful play dough and toothpick sculptures like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puttiprapancha.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/play-dough-sculptures-and-more.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePutti Prapancha\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-936\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/gumdrop.jpg\" alt=\"Fine Motor and Shapes Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tinkerlab.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e...use sugary gumdrops and toothpicks like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tinkerlab.com\/2011\/03\/gumdrop-sculptures\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTinkerLab\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-937\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/marshmallow.jpg\" alt=\"Fine Motor and Shapes Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: artfulparent.typepad.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e...or try a marshmallow-toothpick combination like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artfulparent.typepad.com\/artfulparent\/2011\/01\/marshmallow-and-toothpick-sculptures.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Artful Parent\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider trading out toothpicks for one of the following materials...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncooked spaghetti noodles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee stirrer straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChenille stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...although you need to be conscientious of what you're using to hold them together. For instance, drinking straws may not work well with gumdrops {the ends are too 'blunt'}, but should do just fine if working with malleable play dough. Uncooked spaghetti noodles may not have the strength to push through a gumdrop without breaking, but would work okay with marshmallows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111952921,"sku":"A3779","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/play-dough-7.jpg?v=1522781741"},{"product_id":"scissor-practice-in-preschool-a3781","title":"Scissor Practice in Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/336511240.jpg\" alt=\"Scissor Kit\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2006 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Lauren \" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/lollyknit\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLauren \"Lolly\" Weinhold\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Scissor Kit'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/96466040@N00\/336511240\" 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\u003eMastering the art of scissor cutting takes oodles of practice and, of course, the right technique. 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They're certain to have loads of fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor, Number \u0026amp; Shape Boxes. \u003c\/strong\u003eUsing a simple grid system, provide students with several boxes containing color word, numeral, or shape\/shape word headings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eColor boxes\u003c\/em\u003e - provide your kiddos with scraps of each color, inviting them to cut three {or another number of your choice} pieces of each color and glue them in the appropriate box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNumber boxes\u003c\/em\u003e - have students cut and glue the appropriate number of pieces in each box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eShape boxes\u003c\/em\u003e - invite students to cut and glue the proper shape in each box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlay Dough Cutting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Invite your kiddos to roll out a giant play dough \"snake\", snipping little portions from it. You might also consider having students roll out their play dough and use cookie cutters to create various shapes to cut apart one strip at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more fantastic cutting exercises be sure to visit Teach Mama!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112280601,"sku":"A3781","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/336511240.jpg?v=1522781743"},{"product_id":"busy-bag-activities-rainbow-puzzles-a3799","title":"\"Busy Bag\" Activities: Rainbow Puzzles","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1054\" alt=\"Rainbow Puzzle Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-busy-bag.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thecraftyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{“Busy Bags” are great to use as a transition between activities, before morning meeting, when a student finishes the lesson early, etc. We found several fantastic ideas over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thecraftyclassroom.com\/BusyBags.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Crafty Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e and had to pass them on a few of our favorites!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Puzzles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag is easy to make and will keep your kiddos occupied for hours coming up with new rainbow \"concoctions\"! Start with a rainbow template {like this one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marcias-lesson-links.com\/WhatisWeather.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarcia's Lesson Links\u003c\/a\u003e}, using it to create rainbow cutouts from colored foam. As the picture shows, you'll want to cut out each individual color strip so students can mix and match. For ideas, consider providing 'rainbow puzzle cards' that students can copy off of, or 'rainbow puzzle mats' that are big enough for students to lay the actual pieces on {both shown below}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1057 \" alt=\"Rainbow Puzzle Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Puzzles.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003epuzzle mats (left) and puzzle cards (right)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to The Crafty Classroom to check out this and other \"Busy Bag\" activity ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734118998041,"sku":"A3799","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rainbow-busy-bag.jpg?v=1522781784"},{"product_id":"busy-bag-activities-pony-bead-patterns-a3800","title":"\"Busy Bag\" Activities: Pony Bead Patterns","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4273846588.jpg\" alt=\"Eight drinking straws in rainbow colors\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Horia Varlan\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/horiavarlan\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHoria Varlan\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Eight drinking straws in rainbow colors'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/10361931@N06\/4273846588\" 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\u003eDolly, featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redshift.com\/~bonajo\/preschool_activities.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaula's Archives\u003c\/a\u003e, also likes to use \"Busy Bags\" with her preschooler. She designed this fun patterning activity your kiddos are sure to love and, despite the inevitable errant pony beads laying around the classroom, you'll love it too because it strengthens numerous skill sets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful drinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite drinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePony beads in various colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue or low temp glue gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by creating sample pattern straws - stringing pony beads onto the colored drinking straws in various simple and complex patterns {i.e. AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e, AA\u003cem\u003eBB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABB\u003cem\u003eABB\u003c\/em\u003e, AAB\u003cem\u003eAAB\u003c\/em\u003e, etc}. Be sure to glue the beads at both ends so that the samples do not come apart. Add a handful of white drinking straws, extra pony beads, and small cups to the Ziploc, inviting your students to first, sort the pony beads by color into the small cups, then practice copying the patterns on the samples using the empty straws and newly sorted beads. [NOTE: If you don't want to mess with sorting, consider storing each color of pony bead in a separate bag or clear craft tin to make the exercise easier.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs they complete this activity students build fine motor skills, practice patterning, and review color recognition. For this and other \"Busy Bag\" ideas from Dolly, be sure to visit Paula's Archives! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026gt;\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119063577,"sku":"A3800","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4273846588.jpg?v=1522781784"},{"product_id":"outdoor-adventures-amp-summer-fun-a3802","title":"Outdoor Adventures \u0026amp; Summer Fun!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe just love the idea of learning outdoors and came across three activities you and your kiddos should try this summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1077\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Picture-223.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Outdoor Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sunscholars.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature Scavenger Hunt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first comes from Rachel at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunscholars.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/nature-scavenger-hunt.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSun Scholars\u003c\/a\u003e, who invites moms and teachers to take their kids out to the backyard\/schoolyard, a nearby park, or campground to embark on a nature scavenger hunt! Not only is this a great way to help your little scientists learn about the various natural elements {plants, seeds, etc.} that are found in your region, it will help them hone observation skills, learn to work in a team setting, and hopefully, offer them a break from the stuffy classroom! [NOTE: Along with the \"hunting\", Rachel recommends having your kiddos \"scavenge\" - collecting samples of the items on their list. These samples are fantastic for extra exploration indoors after the scavenger hunt. Set out trays of microscopes and magnifying glasses, having your little explorers check out their items up close!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1078\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/color-walk.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Outdoor Color and Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: bedtimemonsters.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Walk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWondering what to do with the old paint chips you have lying around? Try this fantastic color walk activity from Darcy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bedtimemonsters.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/things-to-do-color-walk.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Monsters in My Bed\u003c\/a\u003e. With samples in hand, your kiddos will love holding the chips up to objects around your yard\/park for comparison, in an attempt to make a match. When a color match is made, invite your kiddo to pen the name of the object onto the paint chip. It's sure to be a colorful good time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetterboxing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fantastic outdoor adventure to try this summer is 'letterboxing' - \"an intriguing mix of treasure hunting, art, navigation, and exploring interesting, scenic, and sometimes remote places\" [\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.letterboxing.org\/faq\/faq.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetterboxing in America\u003c\/a\u003e]. Search online to find boxes in your area and head out on an adventure! [NOTE: As Beth of Acorn Pies and her kiddos found out, some of the listed boxes had either been removed or lost, so it might be a good idea to make sure they're still there before dragging the little ones along!] For more information on letterboxing, be sure to visit: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.letterboxing.org\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLetterboxing North America\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGet out and explore this summer with these exciting activities - your kiddos are sure to love these unique nature experiences!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119260185,"sku":"A3802","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Picture-223.jpg?v=1522781785"},{"product_id":"completing-a-leaf-report-a3840","title":"Completing a Leaf Report","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Leaf-Report-1.jpg\" alt=\"Science and Math Fall Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlegiraffes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this adorable fall leaf report at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlegiraffes.com\/teaching-ideas\/307\/happy-fall-activities-ideas-for-autumn\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic resource for teachers originally created by kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Flanagan, now maintained by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.atozteacherstuff.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply invite your kiddos to go on a leaf walk, having them collect just one {their favorite!}, and bring it back to the classroom to help them fill out their report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the report, they'll determine whether their leaf should be classified as small, medium, or large, as well as the color group it falls into. Students will also record why the leaf was their favorite {i.e. what characteristics made it pop!} and draw a picture of it. The 'data' in the reports can then be used for all kinds of fun things...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a frequency chart\/bar graph to determine which color was selected most\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount how many small leaves were collected, medium leaves, etc. and display the results on a pie chart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak students into groups by color of leaf chosen, then invite each group to sort themselves further by size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis exercise is great! Students will learn about collecting data and arranging the information in a report, while also strengthening other {depending on what supplemental activities you choose} - graphing, sorting, colors, size, etc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128566297,"sku":"A3840","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Leaf-Report-1.jpg?v=1522781836"},{"product_id":"pipe-cleaner-fine-motor-skill-activity-a3845","title":"Pipe Cleaner Fine Motor Skill Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1355\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC02223.jpg\" alt=\"Color Recognition and Fine Motor Skills Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: learningwithbella.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this simple fine motor building activity at Learning with Bella and thought it would be a great center activity for your preschoolers! The set-up is simple...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect a recycled Pringles chips can or oatmeal container - using colorful patterned scrapbook paper or wrapping paper to cover the outside of the container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a single paper punch to add holes to the lid. [NOTE: Ms. Irwin, the original creator, mentions that the hole punch works, but it goes a little hard. Just an FYI!]\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect pipe cleaners in assorted colors, using markers to color hole reinforcement stickers to match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the colored reinforcers around the previously punched holes, then invite your kiddos to match and thread the colored pipe cleaners through the appropriate holes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic way to strengthen\/review color recognition and fine motor skills! The best part, the activity remains the size of the oatmeal container or Pringles can since the pipe cleaners can be stored inside!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Learning with Bella for this and lots of other fun learning activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130008089,"sku":"A3845","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DSC02223.jpg?v=1522781845"},{"product_id":"bat-pattern-matching-a3847","title":"Bat Pattern Matching","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1372 \" title=\"Pattern-Match-Bats\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pattern-Match-Bats.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething about Katherine's creativity and beautiful pictures makes me want to be a kid again! Check out her awesome bat pattern matching for Halloween {or the harvest season}! Not only does it look like tons of fun, it will sharpen your kiddos visual discrimination skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBat cutouts {Katherine found her's through Paper Glitter and provides a link to the FREE download at her site!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-miscellaneous-craft-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePatterned scrapbook paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-751-envelopes.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEnvelope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo assemble the game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply print out the desired number of bat cutouts and use a circle punch {or a circle template} to create small cutouts from the patterned scrapbook paper. [NOTE: Remember to make two circles from each color\/print.] Glue one circle from each pair onto the belly of a bat cutout and laminate to create sturdy game pieces. Use a black marker to script or word processing software to print \"Bat Food\" onto the envelope. Decorate the envelope as desired and place the leftover paper circles into the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play the game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students set the bat cutouts onto a flat surface and \"feed\" them by placing the colored\/patterned circles in the bat food envelope on the bat cutout with the matching circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to check out Katherine's original post - she shares \u003c\/em\u003etons\u003cem\u003e of awesome Halloween ideas for your kiddos! And, of course, you'll find the link to the bat cutouts there...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130270233,"sku":"A3847","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pattern-Match-Bats.jpg?v=1522781847"},{"product_id":"learning-about-length-with-christmas-trees-a3857","title":"Learning About Length with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1428\" title=\"Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a cute winter activity from Julie Lee of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/more-christmas-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your preschoolers brushing up on their sequencing skills and strengthen visual discrimination as they distinguish short \"branches\" from long ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5995-sunworks0174-holiday-red-construction-paper-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7172-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-holiday-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreen\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7176-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8761-sequins-spangles-shaker-jar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSequins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-649-buttons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4318-glitter-glue-pens-classpack-72-assorted-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter glue pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircle stickers in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-style-span\" style=\"line-height: 24px;\"\u003e*Other craft embellishments of your choice!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTo prepare for the exercise, cut the green construction paper into 1-inch strips of different lengths. Create five or six different size strips. To complete the activity, provide your kiddos with a piece of red construction paper and the green strips. Invite them to paste the strips onto their paper in order from shortest to longest. Voilà! It's a Christmas tree! Your kiddos will love the image that emerges. Provide them with the craft embellishments - glitter glue pens, sequins, circle \"ornament\" stickers, etc. - and have them decorate the tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is definitely a fun way to learn about length! Head on over to Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten for this and other fun projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132727833,"sku":"A3857","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shortest-to-Longest-Christmas-Tree.jpg?v=1522781861"},{"product_id":"snowman-counting-file-folder-game-a3858","title":"Snowman Counting File Folder Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1437\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-File-Folder-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: jennwa.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the winter season, Jennifer of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2009\/01\/snowman-number-identification-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e put together a fabulous snowman matching game that will help your kiddos build numeral recognition and strengthen counting skills.\n\n\u003cem\u003eTo assemble the file folder game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a black and white clip art snowman online. There's a cute snowman paper doll over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/daniellesplace.com\/html\/paper_dolls.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDanielle's Place\u003c\/a\u003e, complete with top hat and knit cap cutouts. Additionally, the snowman doesn't have any buttons so you can draw as many as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1435\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint and cut out 12 snowmen, adding a different number of \"buttons\" to the front of each cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1436\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-3.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint 12 hats onto colored paper, adding a different numeral to each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminate all game pieces, attaching the snowmen cutouts to the file folder and placing the hats in an envelope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is really quite simple - invite your kiddos to count the number of buttons on each snowman, identifying the matching numeral on the hat cutouts available, and place the hats on the snowmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this fabulous winter game and many other early childhood activity ideas, be sure to head over to Ramblings of a Crazy Woman!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132858905,"sku":"A3858","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg?v=1522781862"},{"product_id":"reviewing-shapes-with-christmas-trees-a3862","title":"Reviewing Shapes with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1465\" title=\"Shape-Trees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shape-Trees.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Sequencing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-shapes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e posted a cute winter activity today that we thought we'd pass along! It's perfect for helping your kiddos review shapes, practice sequencing, and work with objects of different sizes. All you need is some green construction paper and scissors and you're ready to make your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e shape Christmas tree activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning, Linda suggests creating all the shapes - ovals, squares, triangles, circles, etc. Cut three of each shape - one small, one medium, and one large - and to reduce wear and tear, we recommend laminating all of the construction paper shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, invite your students to sort the shapes by type, then arrange each group by size on a work mat, stacking the shapes from largest {bottom} to smallest {top}. They'll end up with lots of cute shape trees and, if you provide dry erase markers in various colors, your kiddos can have some extra fun decorating and re-decorating all of them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other great learning ideas, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133678105,"sku":"A3862","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shape-Trees.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"winter-mitten-match-up-a3863","title":"Winter Mitten Match-Up","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1469\" title=\"Mitten-Match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Match.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: handmadebeginnings.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest your kiddos matching skills with this cutesy activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/handmadebeginnings.blogspot.com\/2009\/10\/mitten-match-ups_23.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHandmade Beginnings\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply cut mitten shapes from your favorite scrapbook or craft paper - two of each color\/pattern - and string a piece of yarn from two chairs for some 'clothespin-ning' fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEva, who wanted her daughter to build visual discrimination and fine motor skills, left the mittens blank and invited her little one to pin pairs based on color\/pattern. If you desire a more complex activity, you might consider adding extra items to the mitten cutouts and inviting your kiddos to pin the mittens on the line using a different set of criteria...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the upper and lower case letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the numeral to the correct number word {or mitten with the correct number of dots}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the rhyming pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the mittens in alphabetical order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the mittens in numerical order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Handmade Beginnings for some extensions to this fun activity idea!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133874713,"sku":"A3863","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mitten-Match.jpg?v=1522781868"},{"product_id":"snowman-color-matching-a3867","title":"Snowman Color Matching","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1485\" title=\"Montessori-Inspired Snowman Color Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Montessori-Inspired-Snowman-Color-Activity.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas and Winter Snowman Color Matching Preschool Lesson Plan and Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: prekandksharing.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this winter snowman activity presented by Deb Chitwood over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekandksharing.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/montessori-inspired-snowman-color.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreK+K Sharing\u003c\/a\u003e! Not only does she link to a free printable to use with the exercise {created by Rose of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thekidsplacehomedaycareandpreschool.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/free-printable-snowman-colors.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"The Kids Place\" Home Daycare and Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e}, Deb provides some great insights into displaying the activity as well as presenting it to your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the activity, students are invited to review colors, strengthen color word recognition, and develop fine motor skills as they match the color top hats to the appropriately labeled snowman and use tweezers to add bead \"buttons\" {in the matching color} to each cutout. Whether you use it as a Christmas activity or to fill the after-Christmas 'lull', we're certain your kiddos will enjoy adding the finishing touches to the snowmen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit \"The Kids Place\" for the free downloads, then pop on over to PreK+K Sharing for display and presentation ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134759449,"sku":"A3867","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Montessori-Inspired-Snowman-Color-Activity.jpg?v=1522781874"},{"product_id":"fun-games-for-leap-year-a3890","title":"Fun Games for Leap Year","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1601\" title=\"x_1094\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/x_1094.jpg\" alt=\"Leap Year Games for Kids and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tipjunkie.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeap year only comes around every four years so take advantage of the opportunity this February 29th to talk to your preschoolers about how leap year came about and, perhaps, play some fun games in celebration of the 'extra' day! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tipjunkie.com\/leap-year-party\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTip Junkie\u003c\/a\u003e, Laurie Turk, offers some fun ideas that can be used as actual party games or can be tailored to fit learning goals! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePin the Crown on the Frog Prince\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlay as a traditional party game or have students work with 'mini versions' - matching lower case letter crowns to upper case letter frogs, matching rhyming pairs, matching object crowns to the frog with the same beginning letter sound, etc. For examples, see the photos below...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1599\" title=\"Frog-Letter-Match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Frog-Letter-Match.jpg\" alt=\"Leap Year and Frog Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto adapted from tipjunkie.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1600\" title=\"Frog-RhymingPair-Match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Frog-RhymingPair-Match.jpg\" alt=\"Leap Year and Frog Themed Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto adapted from tipjunkie.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrog Hunt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply invite your kiddos to locate all the frogs hidden in the classroom or...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScript numerals or letters onto the frog cutouts instructing students to find the cutouts in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite color words on each frog and hide them around the classroom. To play, give each student a paint chip with a specific color and invite them to seek out the matching frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate frog pairs - upper\/lower case letters, rhyming pairs, numerals\/number words, numerals\/dots, etc. Place the frogs in a paper bag and invite each student to draw a frog. On your count, have the students race to find their frog match! Note the time it takes for the class to pair off and try to beat your record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the fun games Laurie offers at her site. Be sure to visit for the downloads and check out the other activities she recommends for Leap Year!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140002329,"sku":"A3890","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/x_1094.jpg?v=1522781905"},{"product_id":"seuss-tastic-counting-measuring-shapes-more-a3892","title":"Seuss-tastic Counting, Measuring, Shapes, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1641\" title=\"Seuss-Shapes\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seuss-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Seuss' birthday\/Read Across America is one of my {Kayla} favorite holidays! There are SO many fun things you can do to infuse your lesson plans with a bit of 'Seuss'. Check out this awesome collection of activities from Rebecca over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/dr-seuss-week-1.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Princess and the Tot\u003c\/a\u003e! She offers tons of great ideas - you'll have to visit her blog for the full details, but in the meantime, here's a look at our favorite activities! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat in the Hat Measuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cat in the Hat inspired math center - put together with a ruler, some paper strips, and white\/red Duplos or Legos - is a fabulous way for your kiddos to practice using a ruler as well as introduce them to measuring with non-standard units. Provide students with strips of blue paper (of different lengths), inviting them to measure the paper with a ruler first, and then with the blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuggestions...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the strips of paper to whole numbers {i.e. 1-inch, 3-inches, 4-inches, 7-inches, 10-inches, 12-inches}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel the strips - A through F - so students can properly record measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a recording sheet {see example below}, inviting them to script the each measurement for some extra printing practice!\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1638 \" title=\"Dr-Seuss-Cat-Measuring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr-Seuss-Cat-Measuring.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Math Measuring Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample recording sheet\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham Shapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured above}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this shape recognition activity inspired by Green Eggs \u0026amp; Ham! Rebecca drew egg whites onto a piece of paper and added a different shaped 'yolk' to each. Armed with green wooden shapes, her kiddos matched the wooden pieces to the egg with the same shaped yolk. If you don't have wooden shapes, consider creating the entire activity from craft foam. Your kiddos will love working with the manipulatives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the awesome Seuss-inspired activities over at The Princess and the Tot so be sure to head over to Rebecca's blog for the rest!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140395545,"sku":"A3892","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seuss-Shapes.jpg?v=1522781908"},{"product_id":"spring-literacy-activity-indoor-easter-egg-hunt-a3904","title":"Spring Literacy Activity - Indoor Easter Egg Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1933\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Indoor-Easter-Egg-Hunt.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Easter Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eI {Kayla} teach a preschool class at church and, this year, I surprised my kiddos with an indoor Easter egg hunt! As a twist to the original hunt, I created paper Easter eggs to hide instead of plastic eggs and added a reading component, printing a word from our focus verse onto each cutout. I hid the cutouts around the room, inviting my preschoolers to work together to find them and, to ensure they arranged them in the correct order, match them to the appropriate egg card in the pocket chart. When they'd matched all the eggs, we read the verse as a class. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity would also work well with...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper and lower case letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors and color words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObjects and beginning letter sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy kiddos had a blast! It was a fantastic team building exercise {it was super cute to see them helping each other find the egg cutouts!} and it was a fun way to review sight words as well as the verse we had been studying!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Making the egg cutouts was actually quite simple. I used the fantastic background tiles from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/vblibrary\/collections\/72157628687335641\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEnokson's Flickrstream\u003c\/a\u003e and an egg template I found online. Easy peasy!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eI hope you have a wonderful Easter holiday! Happy learning!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143410201,"sku":"A3904","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Indoor-Easter-Egg-Hunt.jpg?v=1522781926"},{"product_id":"learning-colors-with-mother-goose-a3915","title":"Learning Colors with Mother Goose","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2029\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mother-goose-book-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eMay 1st is Mother Goose Day and we thought it might be fun to incorporate some rhymes into your learning centers. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.apples4theteacher.com\/mother-goose-nursery-rhymes\/#colorwordsnurseryrhymes\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples 4 the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e put together a great list of rhymes to help your preschoolers review their colors and color words! Here are a few ideas for incorporating them in your literacy center...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the rhymes onto index cards, laminate, and use a binder ring to create a flip book. Providing them with dry erase crayons, invite your kiddos to circle all of the color words they recognize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect nursery rhymes that focus on a specific color word, printing them onto index cards. Set out pieces of colored construction paper and invite your students to sort the rhymes based on color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate nursery rhyme booklets. Invite students to find and use the appropriate color crayon to circle and\/or color the the various color words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Apples 4 the Teacher for a list of nursery rhymes that incorporate color words!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145441817,"sku":"A3915","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/mother-goose-book-cover.jpg?v=1522781939"},{"product_id":"cinco-de-mayo-fun-festive-crafts-a3923","title":"Cinco de Mayo - Fun Festive Crafts","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe thought it might be fun to incorporate some festive crafts into your Cinco de Mayo plans, and found some really fun ideas over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/holidays\/cinco-de-mayo\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e! With 15 projects to choose from, we know you'll be able to find one that fits the interests and skill of your preschoolers! Here's a sneak peek at a few of our favorites...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2073\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/minisom_l4.jpg\" alt=\"Cinco de Mayo Kids Craft and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMini Sombreros\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun party decoration {or surprise treat holder!}, these mini sombreros designed by Amanda Formaro are sure to be an instant hit! Instead of a simple craft, you could even use these fun props as part of your activity centers...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint upper and lower case letters on the bottom of each sombrero - inviting students to create matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScript a numeral on the bottom of each sombrero and have your kiddos put the hats in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to practice color recognition by leaving the foam cups and paper plates separate - decorating each plate with one color of craft pom poms and adding a color word to each cup - and inviting students to make the correct matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel each sombrero with a different beginning letter sound and create a variety of picture cards. Invite students to sort the cards, placing them on the appropriate sombrero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2072\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/maracas_l4.jpg\" alt=\"Cinco de Mayo Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaracas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fantastic Formaro-design, these instruments can be used for lots of fun activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeach your students a traditional Spanish dance, adding in some maraca play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay Spanish music and allow your students to dance freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePretend to put on a 'Spanish parade' - complete with music, dancing, and maracas!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild listening and patterning skills - inviting students to copy sound patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese crafts are the tip of the iceberg! Be sure to visit Kaboose for lots of other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734146850841,"sku":"A3923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/minisom_l4.jpg?v=1522781947"},{"product_id":"stars-amp-stripes-forever-a3927","title":"Stars \u0026amp; Stripes Forever","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2095\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5061049945_3a185fc6ea_b.jpg\" alt=\"Patriotic Memorial Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2009 jnn1776, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis patriotic flag exercise, created by Mandy Pratt over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherlink.ed.usu.edu\/tlresources\/units\/Byrnes-S2000\/Pratt\/Flag%20Lesson.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeacherLINK @ Utah State University\u003c\/a\u003e, would make a great addition to you Memorial Day lesson plans. While your preschoolers may have seen this important symbol around the classroom, school, and community, they may not understand exactly what it stands for. In a fun puzzle format, students learn what each of the colors represents as they assemble their own American flag, then practice patterning and counting with several fun math applications\/extensions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson plan idea - including a supply list and miniature lecture, as well as a feedback and evaluation sections - be sure to visit TeacherLINK!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147735577,"sku":"A3927","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5061049945_3a185fc6ea_b.jpg?v=1522781953"},{"product_id":"alphabet-car-game-a3934","title":"Alphabet Car Game!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2127\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Letter-Car-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Alphabet Game Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this transportation letter game from Linda over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlefamilyfun.com\/2012\/05\/alphabet-car-game.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e?! We love the colorful homemade elements and think this would make a great end-of-the-year review activity for your preschoolers. First, invite students to sort the letter circles into upper and lower case letters, then have them make the correct upper and lower case letter matches!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther concepts you might review in this format...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerals + Number words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors + Color words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning letter sounds {add letters to one set of circles and printed images to the other}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour kiddos are sure to love playing this game - both individually and in a group! For the supply list and full instructions, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734148882457,"sku":"A3934","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Letter-Car-Game.jpg?v=1522781960"},{"product_id":"fun-sidewalk-learning-games-a3935","title":"Fun Sidewalk Learning Games","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2131\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sidewalk-Games.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Gross Motor Learning Games and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.littlehandsbigwork.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the school year comes to a close, here's a super fun activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlehandsbigwork.com\/2010\/03\/fun-side-walk-games.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Hands, Big Work\u003c\/a\u003e to get your preschoolers moving. All you need is an empty parking lot and some sidewalk chalk! We love the the idea of having your kiddos follow color paths as well as 'race' through the circle maze! It would also be great {as mentioned} to use the sidewalk games to practice letter and number recognition...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a simple path - going straight, in a circle, etc. - and have your kiddos hop from circle to circle, identifying the letter or number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJumble all the letters\/numbers up and have students jump from space to space, in the correct order. [NOTE: This will take a bit of planning since you don't want the letters too far away from each other!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple hopscotch, four square, and other traditional kids games are also great gross motor builders and help get some of those 'last days of school wiggles' out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full post, and links to more sidewalk games, be sure to visit Little Hands, Big Work!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149013529,"sku":"A3935","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sidewalk-Games.jpg?v=1522781961"},{"product_id":"summer-ocean-fun-a3939","title":"Summer Ocean Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2170\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/shells.jpg\" alt=\"Ocean and Beach Themed Math and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thenatureofgrace.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for some fun summer activities to do with your kiddos? Check out these awesome ocean\/beach themed ideas from Michelle over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thenatureofgrace.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/homeschool-theme-of-week-oceans-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Nature of Grace\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't have access to a beach or sandbox? No problem! Michelle shows you how to create a simple sand 'bin' for your preschoolers to explore - making sand castles, digging for buried treasure, etc. Along with sandy sensory play {a \u003cem\u003emust\u003c\/em\u003e when discussing oceans and beaches!}, Michelle and her kiddos explored seashell math facts, created an ocean in a bottle, discovered 'buried treasure' vocabulary\/sight words, and crafted tons of fabulous beach themed art and food projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: -webkit-auto\"\u003e[NOTE: The seashell math facts jogged our memory; similar to salt writing, placing a layer of sand on a baking tray offers a great surface for writing and letter practice!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson - a must for the summer - be sure to visit The Nature of Grace!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149701657,"sku":"A3939","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/shells.jpg?v=1522781965"},{"product_id":"easy-diy-shapes-amp-letters-a3943","title":"Easy DIY Shapes \u0026amp; Letters","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2189\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Stick-Letters-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tottreasuresnorthbay.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a super simple DIY literacy station that you're sure to get a lot of mileage out of - craft stick letter building! Morgan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tottreasuresnorthbay.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/easy-and-fun-diy.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTot Treasures\u003c\/a\u003e posted this great idea and we thought it would make a great 'rainy day' activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27334-jumbo-craft-sticks-x-prek-bright-hues.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft sticks in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5283-velcro-tape-58-round-white.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eVelcro dots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27972-biodegrabable-slider-pencil-case.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePencil case\u003c\/a\u003e or inexpensive plastic container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the building materials, you might also consider adding a 'craft stick building guide' to the box. As you assemble the activity, take time to actually form the various letters, numerals, and shapes with craft sticks. Use a digital camera to take pictures as you go, then print the photos and place them in an inexpensive album. When your kiddos pull out the building sticks to practice, they'll have examples to copy if needed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome activity, be sure to visit Tot Treasures!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734150291481,"sku":"A3943","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Stick-Letters-Shapes.jpg?v=1522781969"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/9-Hungry-Ghosts-Pocket-Chart.jpg?v=1530027718","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/preschool-basic-concepts-lesson-plans\/subject-math.oembed?page=2","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}