{"title":"Preschool Harvest Worksheets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"harvest-pattern-printable-a3303","title":"Harvest Pattern Printable","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-232 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Harvest-Patterns-File-Folder-Game.jpg\" alt=\"turkeys pumpkins pie cornucopia acorn and leaf art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: filefolderfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatterns are all around us - they can be found in nature, our clothing, and even in our daily routines! A basic math skill needed for understanding more complex concepts like addition, multiplication, etc., preschool is a wonderful time to introduce your child or students to the wondrous world of patterning. This holiday season use these exciting harvest pattern printables designed by Valerie, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/filefolderfun.com\/PreschoolSequencing2.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFile Folder Fun\u003c\/a\u003e, The Crafty Classroom, and several other educational resource sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterning Basics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple patterns include only two variables and are usually denoted AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex patterns move away from 1:1 variable usage and may contain more than two variables. These can include - ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e, AAB\u003cem\u003eAAB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABB\u003cem\u003eABB\u003c\/em\u003e, AABB\u003cem\u003eAABB\u003c\/em\u003e, and ABCD\u003cem\u003eABCD\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow students the opportunity to “read” each pattern upon completion. This will help strengthen their understanding of how patterns work as well as allow them to fix any mistakes that may have been made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatterning Exercises\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-9-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-9\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips inviting students to extend the pattern by matching entire strips.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips. Leave one set in strips, while cutting apart the second set to create individual cards. Inviting students to extend the pattern by matching individual cards to the example strip.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips. Leave one set in strips, while cutting apart the second set to create individual cards. Pass out the individual cards so that each student has one. Place an example strip on the front board and invite your students to line up creating \"people patterns\" in order to extend it. Every student should get a chance to participate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-42.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 4\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-87\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips, separating both sets into individual cards. Invite students to create their own patterns. Consider pairing students up and having them play \"copy-cat\" - duplicating each others' patterns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Patterning Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to extend your patterning lesson, here are a few fun ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003emovement patterns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Have students form a circle and follow simple patterns like \"stomp, clap, stomp, clap\" or \"jump, clap, jump, clap\". As they get more comfortable, throw in other movements, creating more complex patterns. Example movements may include: twirl, hop, pat, squat, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003esound patterns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide students with classroom instruments (i.e. maracas, bells, drums, etc.). Have them play simple patterns, graduating to more complex patterning as they get comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Valerie's site for this awesome printable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Patterning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093275161,"sku":"A3303","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Harvest-Patterns-File-Folder-Game.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"turkey-lurkey-color-match-file-folder-game-a3312","title":"Turkey Lurkey Color Match File Folder Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Lurkey-Color-Match-File-Game.jpg\" alt=\"colorful turkeys\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.preschoolprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your students with some advanced matching fun with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschoolprintables.com\/filefolder\/turkey\/filefolderturkey.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Printables\u003c\/a\u003e' turkey lurkey color match file folder printable! Each different turkey features a multitude of shades and colors prompting your preschoolers to pay close attention as they match!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen observation skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen problem solving skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen visual perception and color recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen concentration and focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the printable as designed, preparing two sets of turkey cards, pasting one set to the inside of a file folder (creating a game board of sorts), and having students match the second set of turkey cards to their corresponding place on the \"game board\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate two sets of laminated turkey cards with which to play a memory matching game. Students can be invited to place the cards face down on a flat surface and flip over pairs in the hopes of making color matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate two sets of laminated turkey cards. Use them to complete simple patterning exercises. {NOTE: Even though the patterns remain simple - AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e or ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e - the various color combinations on the turkey cards will necessitate focus.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate one set of laminated turkey cards. Use a black permanent marker to script a number on each turkey - one through eight. With colored pom poms, small circle stickers, or even cards with dots on them, have students match the appropriate number of counters to the turkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit Preschool Printables for this and other excellent early childhood resources!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Matching!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734095175705,"sku":"A3312","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkey-Lurkey-Color-Match-File-Game.jpg?v=1522781641"},{"product_id":"alphabet-turkey-hunt-a3313","title":"Alphabet Turkey Hunt","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alphabet-Turkey-Hunt-A-C.jpg\" alt=\"upper and lower case letter matching game with an indian and turkey theme\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrengthen upper and lower case letter recognition and fine motor skills with this Thanksgiving-themed alphabet match game from Jo Kramer at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/NativeAmericanUpLowClipCard.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e. Twenty-six cards in all, each card features an Indian hunter marked with an upper case letter (there is a card for each letter of the alphabet) and three turkeys with various lower case letter selections. Students are charged with identifying the lower case letter that corresponds with the upper case letter displayed on the card, clipping a clothespin to the correct match. Your students are sure to have a blast with with activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrintable Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-19-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-19\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eUse the printable cards as designed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eMemory Game. Cut the cards apart and laminate them to create a memory game where students can match upper case letters, lower case letters, or upper \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e lower case letters. The game ends when no more matches can be made.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eWriting Practice. Cut the cards apart, laminating them, and have students practice printing by tracing the letters with a dry erase crayon.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-42.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 4\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-87\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eOrdering. Cut the cards apart and have student practice ordering both upper and lower case letter sets - A to Z (or even backwards for an extra challenge!).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo has many other Thanksgiving-themed printables so be sure to check them out when you head over to Making Learning Fun for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Hunting!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734095863833,"sku":"A3313","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Alphabet-Turkey-Hunt-A-C.jpg?v=1522781644"},{"product_id":"thanksgiving-turkey-pattern-a3314","title":"Thanksgiving Turkey Pattern","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-367 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Thanksgiving-Turkey-Pattern.jpg\" alt=\"turkey pattern\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.superteacherworksheets.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thanksgiving season, give your preschoolers a learning exercise \"wrapped up\" in a fun craft! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherworksheets.com\/thanksgiving.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Teacher Worksheets\u003c\/a\u003e' turkey pattern printable provides the perfect complement - with its simplicity and versatility you can alter it to fit \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e lesson or unit! Here are a few example activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButton \u003cem\u003eColor\u003c\/em\u003e Collage Feathers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a variety of buttons in assorted colors - including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, and black. Using craft glue or Mod Podge, invite your preschoolers to collage each feather with a different color.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeather Counting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScript a number on each feather of the turkey template - one through eight. Provide students with school glue and craft pom poms in assorted colors. Invite students to count out and glue the appropriate number of pom poms to each feather. To help your students strengthen color recognition, have them match the color of the pom poms to the number color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feather-Pattern-Numbers.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather template with numbers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWriting Pattern Feathers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate writing patterns on each of the template feathers. [For ideas on creating your own patterns, check out our previous post on the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3311\/writing-patterns\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewriting patterns\u003c\/a\u003e worksheet series designed by Shirley Erwee of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShirley's Preschool Activities\u003c\/a\u003e.] Before assembling the turkey craft, have students trace the patterns for some excellent pre-writing practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feathers-Template-Writing.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather template with tracing patterns\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShape Feathers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorate each template feather with various traceable shapes. As students trace the objects, they'll strengthen shape recognition and fine motor skills, while learning how to properly form basic shapes. Have them color in the shapes before assembling the turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Feathers-Pattern-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"turkey feather templates with shapes\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou won't want to miss the exciting learning opportunities this simple Thanksgiving turkey template provides, so be sure to visit Super Teacher Worksheets for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGobble! Gobble!\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734095929369,"sku":"A3314","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Thanksgiving-Turkey-Pattern.jpg?v=1522781645"},{"product_id":"turkey-number-bond-go-fish-game-a3315","title":"Turkey Number Bond “Go Fish” Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-379 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Number-Bond-Go-Fish-Game.jpg\" alt=\"homemade game cards with turkey graphics\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you've likely experienced, preschoolers love learning through games! While traditional worksheets can offer a calming, quiet-time activity and certainly have their place, the more you can get your students to engage in an exercise (e.g. the more appealing you can make it), the more connections they'll make and concepts they'll absorb. The creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/turkey-number-bond-go-fish-game.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Bear\u003c\/a\u003e, offers this fun, Thanksgiving-themed printable to get you started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcept Alternatives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor younger, less advanced learners, have students practice number recognition and counting skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor older, more advanced learners, have students practice number bonds, specifically two numbers that work together to make ten - the cards are specifically designed for this feature, the number in the upper left-hand corner of each \"pair\" (i.e. 6 and 4, 2 and 8, etc.) sports a matching color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-21-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-21\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGo Fish!\u003c\/b\u003e Print, cut apart, and laminate several copies of the game cards. Create \u003cem\u003eat least\u003c\/em\u003e two sets and keep adding by twos (e.g. 4, 6, etc.) for a greater challenge.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRules of the Game\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach player is dealt 3 cards with the remaining cards placed face down in the center of the table. [NOTE: The game is best played with 3-6 players.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach player looks through their hand and discards any pairs (younger children will discard matching numbers, older children will make pairs based on number bonds as described above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe student left of the dealer starts the game by asking a specific player (regardless of their position in the circle) for a card that will help them make a match. If the player does not have the card they say \"Go fish!\" and the student must select a card from the middle. If the player has the card (or multiples of the card), they must give \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e of them to the student. The student then makes a pair and continues their turn until they're told to \"Go fish!\" by another player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the center pile is gone or a student has discarded all of their cards, the game ends and the student with the most discarded pairs wins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOld Maid.\u003c\/b\u003e Print, cut apart, and laminate two copies of the game cards. For younger students, remove one zero card, leaving its match without a pair, to create an \"Old Maid\" card. For older students, who are making matches based on number bonds, remove both ten cards and one of the zero cards (this means that the \"deck\" is composed of one zero card and two of each number card 1 through 9).]\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRules of the Game\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeal out all of the cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach player looks through their hand and discards any pairs (younger children will discard matching numbers, older children will make pairs based on number bonds as described above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dealer begins the game by offering their cards, face down, to the student on their left. The student chooses a card in the hopes of matching it to one of those left in their hand. If a match can be made, the student places it with their rest of their matches. If a match cannot be made, the card stays in their hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter their turn, the student then offers \u003cem\u003etheir\u003c\/em\u003e cards to the player on their left and the process is repeated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe game continues this way until someone is left holding the unmatchable zero card (or \"Old Maid\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMemory.\u003c\/b\u003e Print, cut apart, and laminate two copies of the game cards. Place the cards face down on a flat surface.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRules of the Game\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students roll a dice to see who goes first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe player rolling the highest number starts out by flipping two cards over, revealing their numbers. If the numbers do not create a match, they are flipped back over and it is the next player's turn. If the numbers \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e create a match (refer above to the rules for younger and older players), the student claims the cards and continues by flipping over two more cards. This continues until a match cannot be made and then it is the next player's turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe game continues until all matches have been made, the player with the most matches wins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nNOTE: The challenge is \u003cem\u003eremembering\u003c\/em\u003e where specific number cards that have previously been revealed are located in order to make matches!]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith so many variations (and the ability to make things easier or harder depending on the skill level of your students), these game cards are must haves for the preschool classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Playing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096289817,"sku":"A3315","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkey-Number-Bond-Go-Fish-Game.jpg?v=1522781647"},{"product_id":"feed-the-turkeys-math-counting-mat-a3317","title":"Feed the Turkeys Math Counting Mat","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-396 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Feed-The-Turkeys-Math-Mat-e1290628819710.jpg\" alt=\"turkey worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis festive turkey-themed math mat designed by Jo at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/TurkeyMathMat.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e makes a great addition to any preschool classroom this harvest\/Thanksgiving season! Using the mat is simple enough:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProvide students with a laminated mat, die, and cup of dried corn kernels. Have students roll the die then \"feed\" the turkey the correct number of kernels. Students continue until they've fed all the turkeys.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only do students get good counting practice with this exercise, they develop fine motor skills as they grasp individual kernels of corn and transfer them from cup to mat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-23-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-23\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eUsing a die only allows students to practice numbers one through six. Consider laminating the mats, then writing random numbers on each turkey with a dry erase marker. This will strengthen number recognition and allow students to practice counting to higher numbers as they \"feed\" the turkeys.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eLaminate the worksheet, then cut the images apart, creating individual \"turkey cards\". Write random numbers on each turkey with a dry erase marker, providing a stack of numbered turkey cards to each student. [NOTE: This exercise is best completed one-on-one or in a small group.] Place a specific number of corn kernels into a shallow cup and place in front of the student. After counting the kernels, have the student sift through their stack of numbered turkey cards and select the corresponding number. Once they've made the correct match, repeat the process with a different number of kernels.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eAdd a gross motor component to the game by enlarging the worksheet images, cutting them apart, and gluing them to recycled cans. Carefully script a number onto each turkey, line them up on a table, and have students take turns \"feeding\" the turkeys by tossing craft pom pons into the cans. Whether successful or not, students will enjoy this adapted carnival game! [NOTE: If you find that tossing the pom pons is too hard, have students drop them into the cans. They'll have just as much fun!]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to use the worksheet, your students are sure to have fun! Be sure to visit Making Learning Fun for the download and many more great learning aids!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Counting!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096846873,"sku":"A3317","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Feed-The-Turkeys-Math-Mat-e1290628819710.jpg?v=1522781651"},{"product_id":"printable-apple-math-cards-a5879","title":"FREE Printable Apple Math Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat for matching games, pocket charts, and flash cards, these colorful apple themed math cards invite students to work with numbers 1 through 10 - matching numerals, number words, and ten frames!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSimply download, print, cut out, and laminate! Aren't the apple graphics by Pamela Donnis of Keeping Life Creative super fun!?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734202949657,"sku":"A5879","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Printable-Apple-Math-Cards.jpg?v=1569291591"},{"product_id":"printable-pumpkin-math-cards-a5880","title":"Printable Pumpkin Math Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Free Printable Pumpkin Math Cards\" alt=\"Free Printable Pumpkin Math Cards\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-Printable-Pumpkin-Math-Cards.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've exhausted the apple theme and are looking to move on to the next holiday\/season, here are math cards with a pumpkin theme that are perfect for Halloween, fall\/harvest, or even Thanksgiving! Just like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/5879\/printable-apple-math-cards\/\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintable apple math cards\u003c\/a\u003e, this new set of printables will have your students working with numbers 1 through 10 - matching numerals, number words, and ten frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, simply download, print, cut out, and laminate (to reduce wear and tear) and these cards can be used for matching games, pocket charts, and flash cards!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Free Printable Pumpkin Math Cards\" class=\"printable\" alt=\"Free Printable Pumpkin Math Cards\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Cards-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734203015193,"sku":"A5880","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Free-Printable-Pumpkin-Math-Cards.jpg?v=1522782286"},{"product_id":"free-fall-themed-sight-word-game-printable-a7258","title":"FREE Fall Themed Sight Word Game Printable!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Halloween%20Games%20Leaf%20Pile%20FREE.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Primary Inspiration\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre your kiddos excited about Halloween? It's hard to believe it's right around the corner! If you're looking for a fun fall activity that features pumpkins and other fun fall items versus more scary Halloween-inspired images, we suggest checking out this super cute FREE fall themed sight word game created by Linda over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/sight-words-game-fall-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e! Again, it's very kid-friendly, as far as the theme goes, and is a great way for your students to brush up on early reading\/literacy skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sight words featured are \u003cem\u003eand, big, can, for, go, is, like, look, the, to, we,\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e. And, to play the game, all you need is the free printable, a penny, and a game marker for each player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the gist of how to play;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach player begins in the leaf pile and, on their turn, flips the penny. If the penny lands on 'heads', the player counts ahead 2 spaces, reads the sight word on the space, and if read correctly, moves their game marker to the space. 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