{"title":"Preschool January Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-january-a3719","title":"Hand Print Calendar: January","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg\" alt=\"handprint snowman and poem calendar page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the \"hands on\" artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJanuary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanuary rings in the new year with snow and chilly temperatures, so what better to decorate the month with than a snowman! Your students will love using their hands to \"build\" one of these winter characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2816-assorted-buttons-16-oz-in-plastic-bucket.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric scraps (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January.jpg\" alt=\"january calendar page featuring a snowman\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint the palm of their hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e, place it on the right side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7175-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblue construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, and press firmly. This will create part of the snowman body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1251.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-285\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave them wipe the excess paint off their palm then cover it again, this time covering a smaller portion. Invite them to press the painted part of their palm just above the previous print to create a head. Have students create the third part of the snowman using a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaintbrush\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8639-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: They may only be able to make a partial circle underneath their prints depending on how much room there is.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1264.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the snowman has dried, provide students with black, orange, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e for detailing. Invite them to create a black top hat, black \"coal\" eyes and mouth, an orange carrot nose, and brown branches for arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1265.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students select three buttons to glue onto the snowman body. Then have students secure a fabric scrap around the snowman's neck as a scarf or provide them with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and paint one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1273.jpg\" alt=\"Step 4\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI made a great tall snowman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith two huge coal black eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd just to reach around his neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTook two of Daddy's ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI put a hat of Mother's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon his rounded head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd then I ran and left him\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd hurried off to bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen I awoke next morning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImagine my surprise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy snowman had run away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd left his hat, ties, and eyes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse word processing software to type out the poem, put a border around it, then print it onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e for your students. When their snowmen have dried fully, have your preschoolers mount the poem onto the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e. This makes a great project for a snowy day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097338393,"sku":"A3719","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg?v=1522781654"},{"product_id":"learning-about-martin-luther-king-jr-a4022","title":"Learning About Martin Luther King Jr.","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2686 \" alt=\"MLK Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-MLK-Brace-Map.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday, January 21st we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you haven't already, here are some fun lesson ideas to help your preschoolers learn a little bit more about this important historical figure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReading About MLK Jr.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the topic with picture books! The colorful illustrations are sure to help your preschoolers connect with the story and new information. We found a list of 20 titles over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ownadaycare.com\/blog\/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-free-worksheets-and-reading-list-for-preschoolers\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOwnADaycare.com\u003c\/a\u003e that provides a great starting point, but you could also ask your library media specialist to recommend several books as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrganizing New Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a brace map to help your preschoolers organize the new information about Martin Luther King Jr! Erin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/peek-at-my-week-and-thank-you-lord.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEberhart's Explorers\u003c\/a\u003e provides a great example {pictured above} as well as FREE handouts for your preschoolers to fill out as you go along!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Poetry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter learning about the various themes of MLK Day - harmony, diversity, equality, etc. - work together with your preschoolers to write a peace poem like this one from April over \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/few-more-mlk-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e! She offers a great template that will help your kiddos think about what peace looks like, sounds like, etc. [Not to mention, April shares lots of other great MLK Day activities and resources!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172573721,"sku":"A4022","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1-MLK-Brace-Map.jpg?v=1522782104"},{"product_id":"mitten-themed-counting-tally-mark-activity-a4410","title":"Mitten Themed Counting \u0026 Tally Mark Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Winter Mitten Themed Counting and Tally Mark Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Counting-Tally-Mark-Activity-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for winter or perhaps an addition to an author\/book study of Jan Brett's \"The Mitten\", this colorful mitten themed activity will have your kiddos building counting and number recognition skills as well as practicing with tally marks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the activity can certainly be tailored to incorporate the numbers you and your students are currently working with, our activity works with numerals 1 through 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity Preparation...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the free activity printables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the mitten cutouts onto card stock in assorted colors. Cut out and laminate to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the mitten cutouts in a bucket or envelope and set out with crayons and recording sheets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"How To Complete The Mitten Counting and Tally Mark Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Counting-Tally-Mark-Activity-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to select a mitten cutout from the bucket or envelope. After counting the polka dots on the mitten, have students color a mitten on the recording sheet to match, then record the appropriate numeral as well as show with tally marks how many polka dots were on the mitten. Have them repeat this process until they've emptied the bucket of mittens\/their recording sheet is filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734194921497,"sku":"A4410","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mitten-Counting-Tally-Mark-Activity-1.jpg?v=1522782238"},{"product_id":"all-dressed-for-winter-math-center-activities-a4411","title":"FREE \"All Dressed For Winter!\" Math Center Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eThemed for winter, these fun math center activities will have your kiddos building counting, graphing, addition and subtraction skills as well as working with tally marks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the math center worksheets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint several copies of the \"Winter Clothing Activity Sheet\" placing them into plastic sheet protectors and setting them out with dry erase markers. [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. Land O Lakes makes a great assortment of flavors - french vanilla, raspberry, mint, warm oatmeal cookie, etc. - and offers them in convenient indiviual servings!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/winter-graphing-3.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Reading and Graphing Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Version Do You Like Best?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter just isn't complete without a reading of the classic children's tale, \"The Mitten\". This year, consider incorporating three different versions of the story into your reading plans and take a poll to see which one your students liked best! We chose versions written by Jim Aylesworth, Jan Brett, and Alvin Tresselt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Graphing-2.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Themed Writing Prompt Idea and Graphing Lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMy Favorite Winter Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this option isn't as hands on as the previous two graphing activities, it still offers an opportunity for building graphing skills and discussing how winter weather brings with it a whole new set of activities to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an extension, you might consider having your students not only vote for their favorite winter activity, but also write about \u003cem\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e it's their favorite or, perhaps, recall and write about a time when they participated in the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734195150873,"sku":"A4413","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Graphing-1.jpg?v=1522782239"},{"product_id":"the-mitten-sequencing-retelling-activities-a4416","title":"5 Sequencing\/Retelling Activities for \"The Mitten\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour winter lesson plans just wouldn't be complete without Jan Brett's classic children's tale, \"The Mitten\" (or an appearance of it, at the very least!). While there are many other book themed activities you and your kiddos can explore together, one thing the story is great for is working on sequencing\/retelling skills. Here are a few ways you might work with your kiddos to recount the story of the lost mitten and the menegerie of animals who make it their home for the afternoon...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Winter-Storytelling-Activity.jpg\" title=\"Kindergarten Winter Storytelling Activity\" alt=\"Mitten Themed Winter Storytelling Activity for Preschool and Kindergarten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePaint Stick Storytelling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for use from year to year, attach Velcro dots to a paint stirrer stick, print and laminate animal cutouts (attaching the other side of the Velcro dots to the backs of each animal cutout), then invite students to add the appropriate animal to the stick as they retell the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Kindergarten-Winter-Story-Sequencing-Activity.jpg\" title=\"Kindergarten Winter Story Sequencing Activity\" alt=\"Mitten Themed Winter Story Sequencing Activity for Preschool and Kindergarten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMitten Pocket Retelling Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a file folder (and laminated mitten cutouts, optional) to create a mitten shaped pocket. Print and laminate animal cutouts, then invite students to stuff the mitten as they retell the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Winter-Sequencing-Lesson-Idea.jpg\" title=\"Preschool Winter Story Sequencing Lesson Idea\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Story Sequencing Lesson Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorytelling Pocket Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper simple, but still effective, have students put the animal cutouts and animal name cards in order as they retell the sequence of events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Winter-Storytelling-Lesson-Idea.jpg\" title=\"Preschool Winter Storytelling Lesson Idea\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Mitten Themed Storytelling Lesson Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSequencing Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn activity that your kiddos can do at their desk, invite students to cut out the animal pictures and paste them in the appropriate order on their worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorytelling Bracelet\/Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a length of yarn (perhaps describing it as a string from the lost mitten) and laminated animal cutouts turned into \"charms\" - i.e. punch a small hole in the top of each animal cutout and thread with a thin wire ring (like those used in jewelry making). Students can then string the charms on the string as they retell the story. [Had a few techical difficulties with the image! Will be uploaded soon!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePlease note that all of these fun storytelling\/sequencing activities were made using Jan Brett's amazing free printables! You can find your own copy at her website --\u0026gt; \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.janbrett.com\/put_the_animals_in_the_mitten.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJanBrett.com\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734195281945,"sku":"A4416","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Kindergarten-Winter-Storytelling-Activity.jpg?v=1522782241"},{"product_id":"winter-mitten-patterning-activity-printables-a4420","title":"Winter Mitten Patterning Activity \u0026 Printables","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Winter Mitten Pattern Activity and Printables\" alt=\"Winter Mitten Patterning Printable Activity for Preschool and Kindergarten\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Mitten-Patterning-Printable-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColorful winter mittens offer a fun opportunity for a bit of patterning practice! Here's a free printable patterning center for your kiddos to explore...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity preparation...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the free activity printables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the mitten manipulatives onto card stock of assorted colors, cut apart, and laminate to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the patterning practice cards onto white card stock, then color in the patterns with the appropriate colors (i.e. colors that match your manipulatives), cut the strips apart, laminate the strips to reduce wear and tear, and clip them all together with a binder ring. Or, simply slide the full sheet of card stock into a plastic sheet protector!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Winter Mitten Patterning Activity Part 1\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Mitten Patterning Activity Part 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Mitten-Patterning-Activity-Part-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with the colorful mitten cutouts, inviting them to use the manipulatives to copy the patterns on the practice sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Winter Mitten Patterning Activity Part 2\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Winter Mitten Patterning Activity Part 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Mitten-Patterning-Activity-Part-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce they've had a chance to get acquainted with the patterns, have them use the cutouts to create their own patterns and, using the activity worksheet (shown below), record the patterns they create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734195380249,"sku":"A4420","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Mitten-Patterning-Printable-Activity.jpg?v=1522782241"},{"product_id":"all-about-coins-presidents-day-printables-a4476","title":"All About Coins - Presidents' Day Printables","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Money Printables for Presidents' Day\" alt=\"Money Printables for Presidents' Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/All-About-Coins-Printable-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another set of fun coin themed worksheets that would make an excellent addition to your Presidents' Day math center plans! You might consider using it in conjunction with the 'Coin Sort \u0026amp; Graph' activity or, perhaps, use it as part of your introduction to money \u003cem\u003ebefore\u003c\/em\u003e tackling the graphing exercise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a printable for each coin, each worksheet invites students to;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace facts about the coin - e.g. how much the coin is worth and whose face is on the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut out pictures of the front and back of the coin and paste them in the proper place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake up the value of the coin by using other, smaller coin units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734197346329,"sku":"A4476","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/All-About-Coins-Printable-Activity.jpg?v=1522782253"},{"product_id":"penguin-unit-12-brrrr-illiant-activities-lesson-ideas-a7273","title":"Penguin Unit: 12 Brrrr-illiant Activities \u0026 Lesson Ideas!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-CoverCollage.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJulie Lee over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/penguins.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e always puts together the cutest lessons\/units! We love, love, love her penguin unit and, while you're likely working on Christmas things through the rest of December, thought it might just provide some inspiration for January!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 12 total activities, we're certain you'll find something new or, if not brand new, we hope you'll find a fun way to infuse new life into your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e penguin unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHands On Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePretend to be penguins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your kiddos huddle together like penguins to stay warm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenguin comparisons.\u003c\/strong\u003e Julie created cutouts of seven different types of penguins including the fairy penguin (the smallest species) and the emperor penguin (the largest species), then she and her kiddos had a blast comparing themselves to the penguin cutouts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePenguin Math\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-standard measuring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students measured penguin shapes with fish cutouts recording \u003cem\u003ehow many fish tall\u003c\/em\u003e each shape was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFish counting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students counted the number of fish cutouts 'in the belly' of each penguin shape and recorded their answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenguin 10 frames.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students identified the number on each penguin shape and showed the number with 10 frames. Bonus, they got to use q-tips and paint!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdd and even.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a class, students practiced with odd and even numbers. With two large penguin cutouts and colorful fish cutouts, students were given a specific number of fish and charged with dividing the fish equally between the two penguin cutouts. Of course, an even number of fish cutouts resulted in an even split, and an odd number did not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePenguin Literacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle sounds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students first identified the picture on each of the penguin shapes, then identified (and stamped) the vowel sound heard in the middle of each picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoll-a-word.\u003c\/strong\u003e Armed with three letter dice (CVC), students rolled the dice, determined if the word displayed was real or nonsense, and recorded their roll in the appropriate category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend sorting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students sorted fish cutouts, each displaying a different picture, into the proper blend pile!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShared reading.\u003c\/strong\u003e Practicing sight\/color words, students practiced reading the simple penguin poem; \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eI see a yellow penguin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eI see a white penguin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e...Etcetera!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Organization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFact books and K-W-Ls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Of course, no unit is complete without a record of your kiddos' learning! Julie and her kiddos made a K-W-L chart (not pictured) as well as these fun penguin shaped fact books to keep and share with family members!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't these activities fabulous?! For the full post and a closer look at all the centers\/activities, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/penguins.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215663641,"sku":"A7273","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-CoverCollage.jpg?v=1522782362"},{"product_id":"snowmen-ten-frames-freebie-a7182","title":"Snowmen Ten Frames FREEbie!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Snowmen Ten Frames FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-ten-frame-freebie.jpg\" alt=\"Ten Frames Snowman Activity for Winter\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Primary Inspiration\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a seasonal idea for practicing ten frames with your kiddos this winter, check out this activity provided by Linda over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2013\/12\/snowman-ten-frames-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e. The ten frames and corresponding worksheet are provided as FREEbies and offer the opportunity to practice ten frame recognition for the numbers 0 through 10. We love that this idea will get your kiddos up and out of their seats for practice! A nice break from your typical centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you begin the activity, place the snowman ten frames in various spots around your classroom. Then have students walk around and complete the worksheet, documenting the number represented on each snowman. You could also use the ten frame snowmen afterwards to practice sequencing in your math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/primaryinspiration.blogspot.com\/2013\/12\/snowman-ten-frames-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePrimary Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e to grab the FREEbie and to check out Linda's fantastic blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215893017,"sku":"A7182","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowman-ten-frame-freebie.jpg?v=1522782363"},{"product_id":"sorting-snowballs-winter-activity-for-preschool-a7214","title":"Sorting Snowballs - Winter Activity for Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Sorting Snowballs - Winter Activity for Preschool\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sorting-snowballs-winter-activity.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Winter Activity - Sorting Snowballs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Learning and Teaching Preschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTami over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/learningandteachingwithpreschoolers.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/sorting-snowballs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLearning and Teaching Preschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e featured a sorting activity that would be perfect for heading into winter! Sorting 'snowballs' will provide your kiddos with an opportunity to work on different sizes, as well as fine motor skills if you add a pair of tongs or tweezers to the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e3 Jars in Different Sizes\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite Pom-Poms in 3 Sizes\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eTongs or Tweezers\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eLabels (Small, Medium and Large)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students use tongs to sort the given 'snowballs' into the correct jar. You could also use marshmallows for the snowballs if you prefer and you may want to place all the needed items on a tray to keep the center activity contained!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuper simple to set up and perfect for winter! 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