{"title":"Preschool Graphing Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bugs-bugs-and-more-bugs-a2123","title":"Bugs, Bugs, and More Bugs!","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummer is \u003cem\u003ealmost\u003c\/em\u003e here and your preschoolers are certain to be excited and ready to be out of school. A fun activity that will allow your students to burn off energy outdoors, while learning about nature, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecounting\u003c\/a\u003e is a 'find and count bug hunt'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-384-clipboards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClipboard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7967-ticonderoga-beginner-pencil-with-eraser.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePencil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1930-3-magnifier.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMagnifying glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Bug checklist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing clip art and word processing software, magazine cutouts and card stock, or your own drawing skills and a copy machine, find (or draw) a picture of common bugs in your area and make a 'treasure hunt' checklist. On the day of the activity, give each of your students (or group of students) a clip board, checklist, pencil, and magnifying glass to take outside with them.\n\nInstruct them to find as many of each bug as they can. Recording their finds with a tally on their sheet. Also, Invite them to use their magnifying glass to explore flower beds, under rocks, etc. and to see the bugs more closely. Give them a certain time limit, then return to the classroom and count together the number of bugs found. You can then make graphs to compare bug counts, visually represent the totals, and a whole host of other information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrap up the lesson with story time (and some relevant reading material):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Ant's Day Off by Bonny Becker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Very Quiet Cricket by Eric Carle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gentleman Bug by Julian Hector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/05\/find-and-count-bug-hunt.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFind and Count Bug Hunt | No Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734084198425,"sku":"A2123","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"does-it-roll-does-it-slide-a3733","title":"Does It Roll? Does It Slide?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/154525022.jpg\" alt=\"Ian the Science Guy\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2006 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/99247795@N00\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRichard Masoner\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/99247795@N00\/154525022\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e (via: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany preschool teachers shy away from science lessons for fear that they might be too hard to comprehend, too complex to complete in a short amount of time, too messy, or too [\u003cem\u003efill in the blank\u003c\/em\u003e]. In reality, preschool science lessons should simply introduce your students to the world around them and all it has to offer. Nothing complicated. Nothing too scientific. Just an appreciation for their surroundings, encouragement in creative thought, and encouragement to ask questions as well as explore for answers. Here are two great (very similar) science lessons to do with your kiddos when you're stuck inside this winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhilippa, mother and creator of the site House of Baby Piranha, suggests setting up a wooden ramp and inviting your youngsters to test the rolling capacity of objects from around the classroom. Add a math component by providing students with simple charts (like the one below) to record results. [NOTE: It might be nice to add a picture of the item to the chart also.] When finished, create a bar graph showing the number of objects that rolled in comparison to the number that did not. You might also consider having students make predictions before the objects are tested, keeping a classroom tally, then comparing the expected results to the actual results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes It Roll?\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToy Car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic Animal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll of Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic Egg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare Block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.houseofbabypiranha.com\/2011\/01\/we-play-does-it-roll.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHouse of Baby Piranha: We Play - Does It Roll?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lesson by Jenae of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e will have your students exploring whether or not objects from the classroom will slide down a cookie sheet of ice. Perfect for winter, students will love collecting items and taking turns testing them. As with the experiment above, provide students with simple charts, inviting them to draw a picture of each item being tested, then record the results. Once again, consider having students make predictions before experimentation begins. At the conclusion of the experiment (or before!), Jenae recommends reading \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTacky the Penguin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Helen Lester - about a penguin who loves to slide on the ice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101008409,"sku":"A3733","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/154525022.jpg?v=1522781676"},{"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":"more-dental-health-lessons-a3744","title":"More Dental Health Lessons","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5284089639.jpg\" alt=\"December 3, 2010\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2010 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Mike Willis\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/67248612@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMike Willis\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'December 3, 2010'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/67248612@N00\/5284089639\" 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\u003eIf you still don't have enough “toothy” activities to close out children's dental health month, here are a few more of our favorites from Sarah at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.childcarelounge.com\/general-themes\/dental-tooth.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChild Care Lounge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToothbrush Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a tooth cutout, a toothbrush, and some toothpaste (or paint) and have them explore painting a different way. Invite them to try making unique texture prints with their brushes and discuss how painting with toothpaste (a thicker, gel-like substance) differs from regular paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsiderations:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a messy variation, thin out the toothpaste or paint and invite students to “splatter paint” by running their fingers over the bristles of a toothbrush that's aimed at the cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase various 'types' of toothbrushes (i.e. different bristle strengths, designs, etc.) for creating unique designs that can later be compared. For example, a softer brush may fan out more to create a feathered look, while harder bristles will create more rigid, wire-like marks. Toothbrushes that have gum cleaners, cross section brushes, deep clean tips, etc. will provide a menagerie of interesting markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Motor Toothbrush Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarah suggests testing students' gross motor skills with a simple game. Collect several empty water bottles, pour several inches of sand in the bottom of each to weigh them down, and set them up like bowling pins. Tape off a line two feet from the bottles, inviting your students to drop a toothbrush into the opening of each bottle while keeping their feet behind the line and only bending at the waist. [NOTE: Arms may be extended to reach above the bottles, but should go no lower than waist high.] Another option for the game, as recommended by Sarah, is to have students lean over the back of a chair when dropping the toothbrushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToothpaste Math\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students vote of their dental health favorites\/habits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFavorite toothpaste flavor – bubble gum, cotton candy, or mint?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFavorite color toothbrush – pink, red, blue, or green?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI squeeze the toothpaste tube – in the middle or at the end?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate graphs of these questions and discuss the results as a class.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103990297,"sku":"A3744","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5284089639.jpg?v=1522781694"},{"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":"making-weather-charts-a2288","title":"Making Weather Charts!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blissfullydomestic.com\/2009\/weather-charts-for-preschoolers\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weather_chart13.jpg\" alt=\"paper plate weather chart\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Blissfully Domestic\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you probably have a classroom version {i.e. dress Mr. Bear for the weather, \"Today the weather is...\" interactive chart, etc}, helping your students create a personal weather chart can be educational and quite fun! We found this simple paper plate clip chart at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blissfullydomestic.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlissfully Domestic\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would be a great fit, especially if you have younger 'weather watchers'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e {or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21259-array-card-stock-classic-colors-100-count-85-x-11.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e} in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eElmer's® school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-337-large-spring-clothespins-natural-2-34.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWooden spring clothespin\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\"\u003eCrayola® Markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-388-paper-punches.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaper punch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6543-art-yarn-neon.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eYarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmy used die-cut shapes, but if you don't have access to a machine, create card stock templates of a sun, snowflake, umbrella, and arrow for your kiddos to trace onto pieces of construction paper or card stock. You might also consider finding a black and white clip art image to print directly onto the colored paper for students to cut out. Along with these shapes, provide your students with a paper plate, a clothespin, and three cotton balls. Before tackling the plate, have your students glue their arrow cutout to one side of the clothespin and set aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlate in hand, demonstrate how to measure and divide the surface into quarters - using a marker to trace the lines - then invite your students to paste the rest of their colored shapes onto the plate {one per section}. In the last section, have them fluff their cotton balls {pulling them apart ever so slightly} and glue them in a clump to create a cloud. Have them write or use typed sticky labels to label each section. Use the hole punch and yarn to string the crafts up if you desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage your students to be 'weather watchers', updating their weather chart when they walk into class in the morning to prepare for the group session. Consider gluing a small graph to the back where students can keep a tally of how many days are sunny, rainy, snowy, or cloudy for future comparison and discussion. At the end of the year, you can even attempt to break the weather trends down by month for a visual representation of the weather in your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blissfullydomestic.com\/2009\/weather-charts-for-preschoolers\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWeather Charts for Preschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105628697,"sku":"A2288","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/weather_chart13.jpg?v=1522781704"},{"product_id":"spring-weather-journals-exploring-weather-a3765","title":"Spring Weather Journals - Exploring Weather","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile you may already have a weather component in your morning\/daily routine, as you take a closer look at weather and nature this spring, consider having your little \"meteorologists\" keep their own weather journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weather-journal-1.jpg\" alt=\"preschool file folder weather journal\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: momto2poshlildivas.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFile Folder Journals.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bern of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/momto2poshlildivas.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/spring-weather-rain.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMom to 2 Posh Lil Divas\u003c\/a\u003e suggests pasting journal pages into a file folder to keep during the week {or whatever period of time you decide}. She offers a printable worksheet on which your kiddos practice printing weather words as well as weather stickers to place on each entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weather-journal-2.jpg\" alt=\"weather flash cards and weather flash cards for preschool\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJournal Pages \u0026amp; Weather Flash Cards.\u003c\/strong\u003e You might also consider providing your students with these journal pages and weather flash cards to use. Have your kiddos punch a hole in the top of each page and hold the pages together with a binder ring. Each day, students will practice printing weather words then cut out the appropriate weather flash card and paste it in the box on the page. [NOTE: We found the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3345\/weather-flash-cards\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eweather flash cards here\u003c\/a\u003e.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weather-journal-3.jpg\" alt=\"preschool spring weather journal graph\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Graph.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide your little ‘weather watchers’ with this weather graph we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/growingkinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/calendar-book.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Kinders\u003c\/a\u003e. Each morning students will consult and mark off the type of weather being experienced. Keeping the results in graph form allows your preschoolers to compare types of weather at the end of the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108545049,"sku":"A3765","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/weather-journal-1.jpg?v=1522781720"},{"product_id":"seed-graphing-a3784","title":"Seed Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/seed-graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Plants and Seeds Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.creativetots.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother downfall of all the rain here in Northeast Ohio is that many are having to wait until the water recedes to plant their gardens. If you're finding spring planting a bit delayed too, here's a fun seed math activity that your preschoolers will love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandwich Ziploc bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 different seeds {in varying quantities}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElmer's glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall paint brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3385\/graphing-seeds-amp-analyzing-the-data\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeed graphing worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the Ziploc bags with the various seeds - make sure each bag has at least one of each seed and that there are different quantities of each variation - then script a student's name onto each. To start the exercise, have your kiddos find their bag and sort the seeds by type. Then, armed with a shallow dish of Elmer's glue and a paint brush, invite your students to paste the seeds onto the graphing worksheet. When finished with the glue, have your students count the number of each type of seed, scripting the appropriate numeral at the bottom of or beside each bar, and circling it when double-checked. Discuss terms like more than, less than, most, least, exactly, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/seed-graphing\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeed Graphing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734113525785,"sku":"A3784","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/seed-graphing.jpg?v=1522781750"},{"product_id":"drippy-crayon-artwork-a2348","title":"Drippy Crayon Artwork","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-3078\" title=\"Melted-Wax-Painting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Melted-Wax-Painting.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Melted Crayon Art Project for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove, love, LOVE this activity we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/dripping-crayon-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e! While it certainly shouldn't be done without adult supervision, it looks like it could be a total blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kiddos will love experimenting with dripping, drawing, and swirling the melted wax on their paper. If you can get a large enough puddle of wax, consider providing small items that your students can explore pressing into the almost-dried wax to make prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some free experimentation, you might also try some guided projects...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine black construction paper with melted yellow\/white wax to create the \"night sky\" - perfect for a space theme!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with an Easter egg cutout {or another themed cutout} to decorate with lots of bright colors - works great with \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e theme!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine brightly colored wax with dark construction paper to create \"fireworks\" - a great patriotic craft for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, etc!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students explore what the melted wax looks like when dropped from different heights {i.e. splatter size, splatter direction, etc}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete a color mixing activity, dropping different colors of wax on top of each other to see what happens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your kiddos connect their wax dots {when fully dried} to create an object\/picture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the artwork into a math exercise...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample for younger students - invite your kiddos to count and circle groups of 5 dots then practice skip counting by 5s {or another focus number}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample for older students - have your students count the total number of green dots, red dots, etc., creating a frequency chart and bar graph of the results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are lots of fantastic pictures of this project at Almost Unschoolers so be sure to head on over there and check them out!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734121816089,"sku":"A2348","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Melted-Wax-Painting.jpg?v=1522781801"},{"product_id":"lots-of-fun-with-m-ms-a3813","title":"LOTS of Fun with M\u0026Ms!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat preschooler doesn't like M\u0026amp;Ms?! Use this to your advantage with these super fun activities from Lindsy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolalphabet.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/m.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Alphabet\u003c\/a\u003e - you're sure to have a \"sweet\" time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"M\u0026amp;M-Graphing-Activity\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1144\" alt=\"Math Counting and Graphing Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MM-Graphing-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e  \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\u0026amp;M Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload and print the graphing activity sheet and purchase individual packages of M\u0026amp;Ms {or divide a large bag of candies into smaller plastic baggies!}. Invite your kiddos to sort the chocolates by color and count the number of candies in each group, gluing them onto the correct column of  the graph or using colored pencils to mark off each section. 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Perfect as a summer activity or included in a formal bug unit, your kiddos are sure to have a blast strengthening numeral and color recognition skills as they count and sort\/group bugs in various ways - by type, by color, etc! There's even a handy {FREE!} printable to use with the lesson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral more ways to sort\/group...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlying bugs v. Non-flying bugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy number of legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1176\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Buggy-Math.jpg\" alt=\"Bug Math Graphing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAs an extension, consider adding a graphing exercise into the mix. For instance, once a student has sorted the bugs by color, invite them to count how many there are in each grouping, filling in a simple graph for a visual representation of the data. Then talk about which color has the \u003cem\u003emost\/least\u003c\/em\u003e, if there are any that have an \u003cem\u003eequal\u003c\/em\u003e number, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to PreKinders for the fantastic downloads and visit Teach Preschool for more pictures of the process!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. If you're having trouble finding the backyard bugs counters, Deborah offers some links to online stores. 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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! 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Like exercises past where students used colored goldfish crackers, skittles, M\u0026amp;Ms, Halloween candy, and other such manipulatives, Mrs. Morrow created a festive math activity that will have your students working with Christmas marshmallows {Kraft comes out with \"Holiday Mallows\" - trees, gingerbread men, and stars - around the holidays} to practice sorting, counting, graphing, and reading graphs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate the marshmallows into sample sets for your kiddos to explore. 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It's a great ice breaker, helps your students get to know each other, and helps you learn a little more about your students! Jessica over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolsuperstars.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/all-about-me-and-apples.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Superstars\u003c\/a\u003e offers lots of great activity ideas to include in your unit - from graphing to alphabet practice your kiddos will be kept occupied! 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It's a cute way to get a little more information about your kiddos and introduce early math skills. The best part is the activity printables are offered for FREE so all \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e have to do is download, print, and set up! Designed for use with a pocket chart, the download includes - a graph title, transportation cards, and student recording sheets. Once each student has had a chance to contribute to the graph and record the results on their worksheet, you can analyze the results together, determining which mode of transportation is used most, least, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the lesson details and printables, be sure to visit Little Giraffes Teaching Ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734155206681,"sku":"A3971","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HowDoYouTravelToSchool.jpg?v=1522781998"},{"product_id":"columbus-day-off-to-the-races-a3993","title":"Columbus Day - Off To The Races!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2475\" title=\"PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races.jpg\" alt=\"Columbus Day Social Studies, Math, and Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrstsfirstgradeclass-jill.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter learning about Christopher Columbus' long voyage on the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, get your kiddos in on the fun with this awesome hands-on boat shape race activity from Jill over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrstsfirstgradeclass-jill.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/columbus-day-boat-races.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. T's First Grade Class\u003c\/a\u003e! 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This is a great way to practice with graphing and other early math skills as well as discuss science concepts like aerodynamics, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity, and to see how set up the race, be sure to visit Mrs. T's First Grade Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161367065,"sku":"A3993","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races.jpg?v=1522782036"},{"product_id":"halloween-math-spider-sifting-sorting-a3995","title":"Halloween Math - Spider Sifting \u0026 Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2484\" title=\"Spider-Sifting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Sifting.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome sensory math activity from Kim over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/spider-sifting-and-sorting.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Learning Hypothesis\u003c\/a\u003e. Great for fine motor coordination as well as sorting and graphing practice, we think this would be a fantastic addition to your Halloween math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity all you'll need is a large plastic bin, colored rice, plastic spiders in assorted colors, and a sifting spoon. Additionally, Kim also created several data recording sheets to help her kiddos with the activity - a color sorting mat as well as a graphing worksheet. These printables helped her kiddos organize the collected 'data' in order to determine which color of spider they found the most of, least of, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome math activity, as well as suggested literature to pair with it, be sure to check out the full post over at The Learning Hypothesis!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161793049,"sku":"A3995","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Sifting.jpg?v=1522782038"},{"product_id":"election-unit-my-teacher-for-president-a4002","title":"Election Unit - My Teacher for President!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Politics can be a touchy subject no matter where you go, but it's especially important to be careful what you say - and how you say it\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e! - in a school setting. Sidestepping potentially 'hot' issues such as your personal political party affiliation and candidate selections, election season truly does offer a fabulous opportunity for discussing important concepts like patriotism, citizenship, as well as one of the \u003c\/em\u003emany\u003cem\u003e things that makes America great, the freedom to make our own \u003cstrong\u003echoice\u003c\/strong\u003e!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2527\" title=\"Election-Lesson\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Election-Lesson.jpg\" alt=\"Election Social Studies Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't get over how adorable this election lesson from Mrs. Carroll over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/they-like-me-they-really-do.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e is!! Mixing colorful children's books, several craftivities, a mock election, and a fun graphing activity, we're certain you and your preschoolers will have a total blast with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, Cara and her kiddos read three fun books about elections; \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuck for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Doreen Cronin, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrace for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kelly DiPucchio, and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Teacher for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kay Winters. {Are you sensing a theme?!} Then, using the characters from each story - with a special inclusion of her \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e name to go along with Winters' popular story - their class held a mock election. Students made colorful campaign posters and, like responsible citizens, both registered to vote and voted on 'election day' for their favorite candidate! 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To see the different printables Cara used, read about how their mock election unfolded, and see the adorabe writing craftivity we didn't have time to mention, be sure to visit The First Grade Parade!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163791897,"sku":"A4002","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Election-Lesson.jpg?v=1522782050"},{"product_id":"footprint-craft-and-graphing-activity-for-groundhog-day-a2612","title":"Footprint Craft - and Graphing Activity! - for Groundhog Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-4899 \" alt=\"Groundhog Day Kids Craft and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Groundhog-Day-Craft.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tippytoecrafts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this footprint groundhog craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tippytoecrafts.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/groundhog-day-craft.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTippytoe Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e?! Whether you're hoping for an early spring or love the brisk weather of winter, Betsy offers two adorable variations for your kiddos to choose from!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4900\" alt=\"Groundhog Day Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Groundhog-Day-Graphing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the craft in and of itself offers a fun addition to your Groundhog Day plans, you might also consider using the crafts for a fun graphing activity - like this one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/growingkinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/groundhogs-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGrowing Kinders\u003c\/a\u003e. Have your students base their craft on the following prompt - \"Do you like warm or cold weather best? - using their answer to help them decide which variation to create, then use the dried project to cast their vote. You and your kiddos can then analyze the data once everyone has had a chance to present their preference {i.e. tally how many students like warm weather, how many students like cold weather, compose more\/less statements for the results, etc}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full craft tutorial, including the cutesy poem that goes with it, be sure to visit Tippytoe Crafts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734173687833,"sku":"A2612","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Groundhog-Day-Craft.jpg?v=1522782111"},{"product_id":"green-eggs-and-ham-a4045","title":"Green Eggs and Ham","description":"\u003cp\u003eCan Sam-I-Am convince you and your kiddos that green eggs and ham is a delicious meal that can be enjoy anywhere and everywhere? Whether or not you agree with this beloved Seuss character {and we highly suggest you try your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e version of the 'delectable dish'}, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs and Ham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e offers a fun addition to your Seuss birthday bash\/Read Across America plans! Here are some lesson ideas you might consider...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2860\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Graphing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsterhune.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Have some graphing fun with these adorable interactive graphs from Amanda over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsterhune.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/dr-seuss.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Terhune's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! Not only are the anchor chart and voting cutouts super cute, this activity provides a great opportunity for counting and simple graphing practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2863\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Word-Family-Game.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: seusstastic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWord Family Match-Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Build early reading\/literacy skills with this Seuss-tacular matching game from Melissa over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seusstastic.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/seusstastic-seuss-week-freebies-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeusstastic Classroom Inspirations\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply create colorful egg cutouts, penning word chunks\/families on the yolks and words that belong in each word family on the whites, then invite your kiddos to make the appropriate matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2859  \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Pre-Writing Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Beginning-Writing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginning Writing Worksheets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Help your preschoolers strengthen hand muscles and fine motor coordination with these FREE printable worksheets from Amber over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-unit.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e. As they trace each pattern, learning the strokes, they'll also practice proper pencil grip and writing posture! [NOTE: The download includes 3 worksheets in total!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2862 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Rhyming-Word-Printable.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: obseussed.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhyming Word Egg Match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. With this cute {and FREE!} printable activity from Victoria over at obSEUSSed, your preschoolers will strengthen critical thinking and visual discrimination skills as they work to construct each egg puzzle, as well as build sight\/rhyming word recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2861 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Pretend Play Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Pretend-Play.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham...Sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e! Preschoolers love pretend play. Construct your own \"Green Eggs \u0026amp; Ham Sandwich Shop!\" where your kiddos can take orders and create\/sell sandwiches. [NOTE: With the toppings you might also include an impromptu patterning lesson!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope these lesson ideas\/resources help you and your kiddos enjoy this rhyming Seuss-classic!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734177652761,"sku":"A4045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Green-Eggs-and-Ham-Graphing.jpg?v=1522782134"},{"product_id":"my-favorite-seuss-book-a4048","title":"My Favorite Seuss Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince you'll probably be exploring lots of Seuss titles during Read Across America\/your Seuss unit, here are some fun things you can do to help your preschoolers remember each selection, connect with the stories, and select their favorite!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2891 \" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Writing Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr.-Seuss-Book-Review.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com | simplysecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrite a Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. After reading each new book, invite your kiddos to review the story. Use this fun printable from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Dr.%20Seuss\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e or help help your kiddos create a flip book, with a page for writing a short sentence about each book, similar to the one above found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/simplysecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/dr-seuss-week-days-3-5.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSimply Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! We love this activity because it helps build reading comprehension and writing skills, and we're certain your preschoolers will enjoy having the opportunity to share their opinion!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2893 \" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Writing Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr.-Seuss-Writing-Craftivity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting Prompt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. If a review of each story seems daunting, check out this adorable writing craftivity from Teri over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/acupcakefortheteacher.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/celebrate-dr-seuss-with-craftivity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e. Isn't the birthday cake super cute?! The finished crafts are sure to make a great classroom display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2892\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr.-Seuss-Graphing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thejoyoffirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFavorite Book Graphing Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Instead of a writing activity {or in conjuction with!}, you might add a math spin. Create a graph, displaying the Seuss books you've read, and have your students vote on which is their favorite. After all the votes are in, tally the results and analyze the data - i.e. count how many votes there are in each column, determine which book has the most\/least votes, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit each of these sites for the full lesson details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734178045977,"sku":"A4048","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dr.-Seuss-Book-Review.jpg?v=1522782136"},{"product_id":"melted-bead-rainbow-magnet-a2635","title":"Melted Bead Rainbow Magnet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5075 \" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/St.-Patricks-Day-Melted-Bead-Rainbow-Magnet.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: icanteachmychild.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day at home or perhaps used as a fun party favor for the classroom, these melted bead rainbows from Jenae over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2013\/03\/melted-bead-rainbow-magnet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e are simply adorable! We love the idea of inviting your kiddos to sort their own beads. Perhaps you might provide them with a simple color sorting mat or a color counting\/sorting mat so they'll gather the correct number of beads needed. {See the examples below.}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Rainbow Craft for Kids and Math Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Sorting-Mat.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample bead color sorting mat. Students simply place the beads on the circle of the corresponding color.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Kids Craft and Math Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Bead-Sorting-and-Counting.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample bead sorting and counting mat. Students sort beads into columns, only placing beads in the squares that are colored. When finished, have your kiddos count the number in each column and write the totals in the spaces provided.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also love how the aluminum pie pan serves a dual purpose - first as a guide for creating the rainbow arc and second as an oven safe container for melting the beads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project post, be sure to visit I Can Teach My Child!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734178537497,"sku":"A2635","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/St.-Patricks-Day-Melted-Bead-Rainbow-Magnet.jpg?v=1522782139"},{"product_id":"easter-math-literacy-activities-a4058","title":"Easter Math \u0026 Literacy Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2961\" alt=\"Easter Shape Preschool Printable and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Egg-Shape-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spring butterfly craftivity. Upper and lower case letter matching. Easter graphing. These are just a few of the fantastic activity trays Rebecca over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/easter-preschool-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Princess and the Tot\u003c\/a\u003e put together for her little learners! If you're looking for last minute holiday ideas for your kiddos, we highly recommend checking out her simple, yet fun ideas. Our favorite activity? Decorating with shapes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to put together, especially since Rebecca provides a free printable to go with the activity, all you'll need to complete this activity is a sheet of colorful shape stickers. Prepare the worksheet by adding a different shape sticker to the space above each Easter egg and then, to complete the activity, invite your kiddos to identify the shape and decorate the egg with stickers that match!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The use of white adhesive circle labels ensures that this activity can be customized to fit \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e learning goal - color recognition, letter recognition, word families, etc!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, this is just one of the many great activities featured at The Princess and the Tot! 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While everything turns out well in the end, the book offers a great opportunity to discuss with your kiddos the importance of treating each other with respect and kindness, as well as celebrating each others' differences!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one particular point in the story, a classmate announces that Chrysanthemum's name takes up thirteen letters, adding, \"That's half the letters in the alphabet!\" This offers a great jumping off point for your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e name graphing math activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\"How Many Letters in Your Name?\" Graphing Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your preschoolers off with the data worksheet below, inviting them to fill in the \"My Data\" section - i.e. write their first name and determine how many letters are in it. Then, armed with name strips and scissors {see example below}, have your students cut the letters of their name apart and help you construct a class graph using a sheet of lined easel paper that displays the number of letters in each students' name. [NOTE: Glue tape might help move the process along a bit faster with less mess. Have your students line up their letters in front of you, swipe a bit of glue tape on the back of each, and then quickly place the letters on the name graph.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-3188\" alt=\"Back To School Name Recognition and Graphing Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Name-Strip.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the graph is complete, work with your students to complete the \"Class Data\" section on the worksheet. 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The worksheet features various fall themed clip art images as well as a graph template and, to complete, students are invited to search through the pictures to find, count, and graph the number of each item. Your preschoolers can work on these independently and, if desired, you can do extension 'data analysis' activities as a class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eWhich item did you find the most of? How many?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich item did you find the least of? 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[Students can then mark over the pictures as they count each set of clothing items.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake copies of the activity worksheets, one for each student, and set them out with pencils and crayons or markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe math center activities themselves are pretty straightforward. Have students use the \"Winter Clothing Activity Sheet\" to complete the find \u0026amp; tally activity as well as the find \u0026amp; graph exercise. Then, once they've compiled the data, they can use their tally sheets and graphs to help them complete the addition and subtraction practice sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734194987033,"sku":"A4411","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Math-Center-Preview.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"3-winter-themed-graphing-activities-a4413","title":"3 Winter Themed Graphing Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for some fun winter themed graphing activities to do as a class? Here are three ideas that you might consider including in your lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Graphing-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hands On Winter Graphing Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo You Like Hot Chocolate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter and hot cocoa just go together! While most of your kiddos have probably tried the warm, chocolatey drink at one time or another, have a tasting party - complete with marshmallows or whipped cream and chocolate shavings - and take a poll!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtensions...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePit homemade hot chocolate against store-bought mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry different flavors of hot chocolate and vote on your favorite. 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Have them continue this process described above until one column is completely filled. Have students their graph to answer the questions and analyze their data!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734196330521,"sku":"A4440","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Roll-Cover-Math-Activity-Printable.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"math-art-with-dr-seuss-a6967","title":"Math \u0026 Art with Dr. Seuss!","description":"\u003cp\u003eDebbie over a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2013\/02\/dr-seuss-projects-roundup.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e is always finding the coolest projects, lessons, and bulletin board ideas! If we're ever lacking for inspiration, her blog has become a fast favorite! 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