{"title":"Preschool Literacy Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"preschoolers-dry-erase-boards-a2176","title":"Preschoolers \u0026 Dry-Erase Boards","description":"\u003cp\u003eDry erase boards aren't just for high school anymore. Deborah J. Stewart, early childhood professional and Teach Preschool blogger, provides several ideas for incorporating these great learning tools in the preschool classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-Erase Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-442-dry-erase-boards-marker-boards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLarge wall-mount boards.\u003c\/a\u003e These are great for instructional use, but not ideal for interactive activities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-38-kids-easels.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEasel boards.\u003c\/a\u003e Adjustable legs allow this board to be used for both instructional and interactive learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper pads. Paper with dry erase surface features reusable sheets that can be mounted on walls, easels, and other clean surfaces when in use, then taken down and stored for future needs. Great for instructional learning, as well as interactive exercises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLap boards. Offers an ideal solution for individual practice and interactive learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-50-sentence-strips.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSentence strips.\u003c\/a\u003e Provide lined options for individual printing practice and interactive exercise participation.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint a student's name, the name of a color, a letter, number, or shape onto the board and, after helping them identify the object or word, have them copy it to the best of their ability onto their own board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint an object of word onto each child's board and invite them to trace it. After each child has had a chance to trace the item, work as a class to identify each object or word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErasing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of tracing the word or object with ink, invite your students to use the eraser to trace\/erase the word or object. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a blue, red, and orange square on the front board and ask a volunteer to come erase the blue square, etc,\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite a word or series of letters on the front board and invite a volunteer to erase the \"A\", etc.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e_mls.push(['Preschool-Dry-Erase-Boards','http:\/\/deborahjstewart.com\/2010\/08\/dry-erase-activities-for-preschool\/']);\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" onclick=\"return goTop('Preschool-Dry-Erase-Boards');\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDry-erase board activities for preschool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086492185,"sku":"A2176","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"tools-for-your-morning-routine-in-the-early-childhood-classroom-a2193","title":"Tools for Your Morning Routine in the Early Childhood Classroom","description":"\u003cp\u003eKids thrive with routine and, in truth, most teachers enjoy the sense of normalcy and order that schedules provide. If you're wondering how to set up a great morning routine for your preschoolers and early childhood students, here are some great tips from various early education teachers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-21708-calendar-pocket-chart.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCalendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's great to review the day, date, and year at the beginning of the day. Provide a large, interactive classroom calendar where:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents can strengthen letter recognition and spelling as they review the relevant month of the year.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will sharpen numeracy and counting skills as they review the date (e.g. if it's the 10th of the month students count to ten).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents can learn the days of the week and the month of the year through fun songs repeated each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Morning Board\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will a morning board help your students settle into the flow of a new day, it will strengthen valuable skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay review.\u003c\/strong\u003e While the calendar provides a great help, extend the activity by having student volunteers choose from pre-crafted labels (or write with dry erase markers on laminated sheets) to fill in the following items: \"Today is...\", \"Yesterday was...\", and \"Tomorrow will be...\" so that your students begin to make connections and understand the relationships between days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays in school review.\u003c\/strong\u003e Have a chart to keep track of the number of days your class has been in school, then use the status to practice place value (e.g. at 93 days a student volunteer would place a 9 in the tens place and a 3 in the ones place). Carissa of 1+1+1=1 blog has a great printout for this section of the morning board!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather review.\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your students check a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24122-classroom-thermometer-15h-x-3w-fahrenheitcelsius.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom thermometer\u003c\/a\u003e to record the temperature and look outside to describe the day's forecast (e.g. cloudy, sunny, rainy, stormy, snowy, etc.). Find a fun weather song to go along with it. It could also be fun to have a \"weather bear\" that student's \"dress\" for the conditions outside (e.g. rain boots, umbrella, parka for rain, winter coat, gloves, and hat for snow, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out some of these great posts for more ideas, printables, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.com\/Calendar.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1...Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/homeschool-calendar-morning-board.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Calendar \u0026amp; Morning Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/delightfullearning.blogspot.com\/2010\/08\/calender-and-morning-board-routine.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCalender and Morning Board {Routine!}\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087082009,"sku":"A2193","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"improving-literacy-writing-with-name-practice-a2192","title":"Improving Literacy \u0026 Writing With Name Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003eImagine if you sat down with your morning cup of coffee, opened the newspaper to your favorite section, and realized that the courier had mistakenly delivered the paper in a foreign language. For preschoolers, trying to decipher written text is the same as a literate adult trying to decrypt a foreign language. A great way to reinforce letter recognition and show your preschoolers how letters work together to build words, is to practice with words they may (or may not) recognize - their names!\u003c\/p\u003e\nAnne, creator of the blog Teaching Two, suggests creating individual \"name pages\" where students can familiarize themselves with the letters that belong in their name, learn how these letters sound when strung together, and practice writing by tracing or copying their names.\n\n\u003cb\u003eCreating A \"Name Page\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo to Kidzone's Custom Tracer Pages tool (http:\/\/www.kidzone.ws\/tracers\/index.htm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a theme for your page or select the \"Blank (No Pictures)\" option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a font - Standard Block Print, Script Type Print, or Cursive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType the student's name in the space provided. Try several different different formats for extra practice (e.g. all uppercase, upper- and lowercase, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the practice page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use these name pages, insert them into a plastic document sleeve and provide students with low-odor dry erase markers to practice tracing or copying. You could even turn it into a fun game. Make cards for each letter of the alphabet, place these into a bag, and draw them at random. Invite your students to cross off the letter if they have it in their name. The first student to cross off all their letters can then help draw from the bag, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingtwo.com\/2010\/08\/26\/name-writing\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Two » Name Writing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for other \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-32-language-arts.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elanguage arts\u003c\/a\u003e or early childhood teaching supplies? MPM School Supplies has a wonderful selection of quality products including resource books, workbooks, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087114777,"sku":"A2192","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"fun-crafts-for-teaching-the-alphabet-a2197","title":"Fun Crafts for Teaching the Alphabet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe alphabet is an integral part to every preschool and kindergarten curriculum. Make it fun with these awesome ABC crafts from Totally Tots! Here's a glimpse at Jolanthe's creative craft for the first letter of the alphabet which will definitely leave you wanting more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA is for Alligator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cb\u003e\nSupplies You'll Need:\u003c\/b\u003e sheets of green WonderFoam\u0026amp;reg; or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, sheets of white WonderFoam\u0026amp;reg; or construction paper, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool glue\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblack marker\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning the craft:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace and cut an uppercase \"A\" from the sheets of green WonderFoam\u0026amp;reg; or construction paper for each student completing the craft. From the scraps and extra sheets, cut small triangles, preparing two for each student.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the white WonderFoam\u0026amp;reg; sheets or construction paper cut small triangles. While a specific number isn't required, make sure you have at least five small triangles per student.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to turn their uppercase \"A\" onto its side to create the shape of an alligator opening its mouth to show its 'pearly whites'. Instruct your students to glue wiggle eyes to the two green triangles then secure these to the top of the \"alligator\". The white triangles will be used as teeth and should be glued to the inside of the alligator's \"mouth\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSneak Peek\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- D is for Dinosaur\u003cbr\u003e\n- J is for Jaguar\u003cbr\u003e\n- P is for Penguin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit the site for the complete alphabet craft collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/totallytots.homestead.com\/NowIKnowMyABCs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTotally Tots ~ Now I Know My ABCs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087311385,"sku":"A2197","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"sight-word-flash-card-story-activity-a3698","title":"Sight Word Flash Card Story Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschool is a great time to strengthen pre-reading skills including exposing students to letters (including their shape and unique sounds) as well as building vocabulary and sight word recognition. The creators of Bob Books recommend a brilliant flash card activity that will help your students learn to recognize, get comfortable with, and commit to memory common sight words for improved fluency when learning to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld magazines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSight word flash cards. These can be purchased or created using word processing software and card stock (...or you can use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3292\/sight-word-flash-cards\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethese\u003c\/a\u003e, which were created using Literacy Connections \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.literacyconnections.com\/Dolch1.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elist\u003c\/a\u003e of basic sight words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting A Flash Card Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your students to look through the old magazines and pick out their favorite characters and items. Give them a few examples of what they might be looking for (e.g. a woman, a child, a dog, a pizza, etc.). When finished, take turns writing simple sentences using the sight word flash cards and each students' clippings. As each child creates a sentence, write it on the board. While the \"story\" might not have a defined plot, or a beginning, middle, or end for that matter, your students will be excited just to have the freedom to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore erasing the board, be sure to copy the class' story onto a piece of paper, noting which student wrote each of the sentences. Have students place their clippings in a small baggie, labeled with their name, and turn them in. You can then use the clippings and sentences to create a classroom book for students to share with their families!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bobbooks.com\/blog\/?p=515\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWrite a Story Using Flash Cards « Bob Books for Beginning Readers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734088949785,"sku":"A3698","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Flash-Cards.jpg?v=1522781602"},{"product_id":"environmental-print-a3706","title":"Environmental Print","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-86\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Road-Sign.jpg\" alt=\"green road sign\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Brenton W. Cooper\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour new-to-literacy preschoolers encounter words every day as they look through their favorite books, help their mom or dad collect the mail, and even as they take a ride through their neighborhood. Along with sight words, introduction and exposure to \u003cem\u003eenvironmental print\u003c\/em\u003e is important to creating successful readers as it will help them make connections between the phonics of these known words and new words and allow them to become more fluent readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis literacy lesson created by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www2.scholastic.com\/browse\/article.jsp?id=3486\u0026amp;FullBreadCrumb=%3Ca+href%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww2.scholastic.com%2Fbrowse%2Fsearch%2F%3F_N%3D659%26isBrowse%3DY%26Nr%3DOR%28Resource_Type%3ALesson%2520Plan%2CResource_Type%3AInformal%2520Lesson%2520Article%2CResource_Type%3AUnit%2520Plan%29%26N%3D0%22+class%3D%22endecaAll%22%3EAll+Results%3C%2Fa%3E+%26gt%3B+%3Ca+href%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww2.scholastic.com%2Fbrowse%2Fsearch%2F%3FNty%3D1%26_N%3D659%26isBrowse%3DY%26Nr%3DOR%28Resource_Type%3ALesson%2520Plan%2CResource_Type%3AInformal%2520Lesson%2520Article%2CResource_Type%3AUnit%2520Plan%29%26Ne%3D659%26N%3D659%22%3EPreK+-+K%3C%2Fa%3E+%26gt%3B+%3Ca+href%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww2.scholastic.com%2Fbrowse%2Fsearch%2F%3FNty%3D1%26_N%3D659%26isBrowse%3DY%26Nr%3DOR%28Resource_Type%3ALesson%2520Plan%2CResource_Type%3AInformal%2520Lesson%2520Article%2CResource_Type%3AUnit%2520Plan%29%26N%3D660%22%3EPreK%3C%2Fa%3E+%26gt%3B+Reading\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScholastic's\u003c\/a\u003e Early Childhood Today will help you introduce the concept of environmental print to your students. Additionally, students will learn how to work together, practice writing skills, hone the fine motor skills needed to use a camera, and use critical thinking skills.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThese Are the Words in My Neighborhood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by taking your students on a tour around the neighborhood. Charge them with the task of locating words displayed around the community. Remind them to look for street signs, road signs, signs of local businesses, etc. Upon encountering the sample of environmental print, have students copy the word onto their lists, then take turns recording the word with the camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter returning to the classroom, discuss the types of words encountered and why they're important:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Signs. They create order in the community by reminding motorists what is expected of them\/what to expect while driving (e.g. \"Stop\", \"Yield\", \"Road Construction Ahead\"). Adhering to road signs helps to keep community members safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreet Signs. They provide points of reference and order in the community. Because each street has a unique name, when one person talks about \"Main Street\" their audience can know exactly where they're referencing (or find it, if they don't!). Additionally, they offer order, allowing officials and businesses to split the community into workable sections (e.g. police \/EMS response zones, delivery areas, mail routes, bus routes, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBusiness Signs. They designate business locations and sometimes they provide insight into the industry or type of business being carried out (e.g. Sunnyside Automotive; the name lets consumers and community members know that this business deals with cars).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Signs. At local businesses you might encounter closed\/open signs or hours of business, etc. Be sure to discuss the reason for each sign as the necessity for each will likely differ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exercise will help your students become more aware of their surroundings, demonstrate the necessity of environmental print, and strengthen literacy skills! Be sure to visit the full post for more activities and lesson extensions!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091243545,"sku":"A3706","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Road-Sign.jpg?v=1522781617"},{"product_id":"the-inuit-way-of-life-a3716","title":"The Inuit Way of Life","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4951162783.jpg\" alt=\"Eskimo girl named Minnie\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 1906 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/8337233@N06\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUniversity of Washington Libraries Digital Collections\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/8337233@N06\/4951162783\" 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\u003e{It's important for children to understand the history of our country - even before\u003cem\u003e it became a nation in 1776. November being \"American Indian Heritage Month\" makes it a great time to explore the various native peoples and cultures that could be found in America before the land was \"discovered\" and settled by easterners. This series of lessons attempts to introduce your preschoolers to the original Americans.}\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnit Introduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving been granted the proper permissions, take your students on a trip to an \"unknown\" part of the school (i.e. the gym locker rooms, the teacher's lounge, the janitor's closet, etc.). Before opening the door, ask your students if they know what's behind it. Take a few answers and then unveil the mystery room. Explain to your students that, at one time, the world seemed just as big and \"unknown\" as the school seems at times. They will be surprised to find out that, just like they had no idea the mystery room in the school existed, many people didn't know that America existed (or the native peoples occupying it!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack in the classroom, find a globe and show students where Spain, Asia, and America are located. Introduce Columbus - his mission, his journey, and his discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with a map of America and ask them where they think the Native Americans lived before Columbus arrived. Next, show them a map of the Native American Cultures\/Groups inhabiting the Americas. Discuss how every part of the Americas is highlighted – showing that native communities were spread throughout both continents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with a piece of printer paper and graphic art tools, have your students draw an Indian. Discuss different stereotypes - clothing, houses, language, etc. (at their level of course) - explaining that not all Native Americans dressed or acted in these ways. Because of differences in environment and resources, there were notable differences between each cultural group and tribe. Let your students know that they will be learning about these very differences in the next unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inuit (Eskimos)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe objective of this lesson is to teach your preschoolers about the Inuit way of life - where they live, the climate in their region, housing, how they dress (both regularly and ceremonially), what they eat, their customs, transportation, and everyday tools\/weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBasic Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arctic (North)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Igloos or tents\/houses made from animal skins, wood, sod, or mud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClothing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealskin parkas in the summer, caribou skin parkas in the winter, and boots made of walrus hide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert fisherman and hunters - the Inuits survived on seal, walrus, caribou and other animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools\/Transportation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harpoons, kayaks, umiaks (open boats made of wood and skin), and dog sleds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiterature \u0026amp; Songs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschooleducation.com\/swinter.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFive Little Eskimos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Song \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Consider designing finger puppets for a fun fingerplay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMama Do You Love Me?\u003c\/em\u003e by Barbara M. Joosse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThe Polar Bear Son: An Inuit Tale\u003c\/em\u003e by Lydia Dabcovich.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDress Like An Eskimo Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss with your students what the weather is like in the Arctic. Show them pictures of the clothing worn by the Inuits. To help them understand the \u003cem\u003emany\u003c\/em\u003e layers worn by this Native American tribe, take turns dressing students like Eskimos. Be sure to collect the following to put over student clothing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulky sweatshirt = Inuit \"inner\" coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweatpants = Inuit \"inner\" pants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow pants = Inuit \"outer\" pants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow parka = Inuit \"outer\" coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge thermal socks = Inuit stockings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow boots = Inuit \"mukluks\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather work gloves = Inuit mittens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnitted hat and fur hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoggles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt might also be fun to collect several Eskimo \"outfits\" then have a relay race - students are divided into teams, the first player on each team is helped into the outfit, completes a task (i.e. 'runs' to the end of the mat and back balancing a craft pom pom on a plastic spoon, etc.), races back to the finish line, transfers the Eskimo outfit to the next player in line who must complete the same task, and this process repeats until all team members have played. The team who does it the quickest, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInuit Sensory Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider filling your sensory table with Insta-Snow™ and Inuit-themed objects - plastic animals (seals, whales, caribou, dogs, etc.), boats, small Styrofoam blocks (for igloo building!), and other fun items! Your preschoolers will be delighted with the change - and amazed to find snow \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e, in \u003cem\u003eNovember!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nFor more great lesson ideas, games, crafts, etc. be sure to check out \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2902\/american-indians-heritage-series-the-inuits\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis American Indians Heritage Series: The Inuits\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.native-languages.org\/inuktitut.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNative Languages of the Americas\u003c\/a\u003e is another a great resource for learning about Inuit heritage, traditions, and way of life!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096158745,"sku":"A3716","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4951162783.jpg?v=1522781646"},{"product_id":"fun-snow-themed-activities-a3734","title":"Fun Snow-Themed Activities","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4220305913.jpg\" alt=\"West Virginia Gristmill Waterfall Winter Snow\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2009 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Forest Wander\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/10922353@N03\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eForest Wander\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'West Virginia Gristmill Waterfall Winter Snow'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/10922353@N03\/4220305913\" 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\u003eIt's hard to believe - especially after the holidays have come and gone - that there are \u003cem\u003ethree\u003c\/em\u003e more months of winter! For many teachers, the very thought of twelve more weeks being cooped up in the classroom can cause restlessness (and a slight panic, if the truth be told!). The creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectlypreschool.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePerfectly Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e recommend taking advantage of the winter months for some seasonally appropriate lessons and here are a few of their snow-themed suggestions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMath \u0026amp; Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild Snow People. This activity will help your preschoolers strengthen shape recognition and following directions. Perfectly Preschool suggests cutting shapes from felt and having teams of students work together to construct the snow person. You might also consider using the adorable build your own snowman printables from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familyfun.go.com\/printables\/build-your-own-snowman-snowman-scene-703984\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFamilyFun\u003c\/a\u003e or, add in some dice rolling, counting, and number recognition fun with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\/winter.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes Teaching Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e roll-a-snowman activity!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowman Size Sequencing. Provide students with snowman cutouts of different sizes and invite them to order them smallest to largest, largest to smallest, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the Snowfall. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2910\/the-science-of-snow\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThis Science of Snow activity\u003c\/a\u003e should still fit the skill and age level of your preschoolers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamine Ice Crystals. Perfectly Preschool recommends creating your own ice crystals with a blender and viewing them inside the classroom. You might also consider doing an outside activity like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2910\/the-science-of-snow\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis one\u003c\/a\u003e. Again, the lesson (if tailored just a bit) will certainly be age appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider using the size sequencing snowman cutouts (used in the math activity above) to create an interactive emergent reader.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-445\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Sizes-Interactive-Emergent-Reader1.jpg\" alt=\"example snowman themed interactive emergent reader book about sizes\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eOther pages might include: \"This snowman is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003esmaller than\u003c\/span\u003e this snowman.\", \"This snowman is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003elarger than\u003c\/span\u003e this snowman.\", etc. If you don't feel like making your own, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/SnowSnowmanEmergentReaders.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e has several snow\/snowman themed emergent reader books to print and color too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign snowman alphabet cards (both upper and lowercase letters) and play a game of memory or matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuggested Children's Literature Selections\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHello, Snow!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Hope Vestergaard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmmett's Snowball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Ned Miller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Noses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jan Carr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Lucille Colandro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Emily Arnold McCully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnowballs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Lois Ehlert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Raymond Briggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Friendly Snowman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Sharon Gordon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few activities to get you started, but be sure to check out Perfectly Preschool's full \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectlypreschool.com\/Preschool-Lesson-Plans\/Snow\/index.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esnow lesson plan\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as The Virtual Vine's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/snowman.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esnowman unit\u003c\/a\u003e for more reading selections, fingerplays, songs, crafts, and activities for your preschool snow unit!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101205017,"sku":"A3734","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4220305913.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"the-mitten-by-jan-brett-a3735","title":"The Mitten by Jan Brett","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-452 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mitten_anniversary_jacket_300.jpg\" alt=\"Jan Brett's The Mitten book cover\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: janbrett.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat would winter be without warm, cozy mittens? In her distinct style, renowned children's author \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/janbrett.com\/bookstores\/mitten_book.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJan Brett\u003c\/a\u003e has created a wonderful winter story about a lost mitten and the woodland creatures who find it called, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mitten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - a book which Teachers.net lesson plan contributor Janet Lowe thinks makes the basis of a great winter lesson for your preschoolers and kindergartners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by reading the story to your students. Invite them to listen carefully, taking note of each of the woodland creatures who finds (and wiggles into!) Nikki's lost mitten. At the story's conclusion, test your students' listening skills by completing a sequencing activity where students are provided with mitten and animal cutouts then asked to place the creatures inside the mitten in the correct order. Jan Brett offers delightful \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/janbrett.com\/put_the_animals_in_the_mitten.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintables\u003c\/a\u003e for this activity on her website that you can print and distribute or you could have students draw their own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-451\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Mitten-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"example animal flash cards for Jan Brett's The Mitten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eArtwork Source: Jan Brett\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider using Brett's printables to create flash cards (like the ones shown at the right) where students can trace the animal names for letter and pre-writing practice as well as use the cards for ordering practice (alphabetical) and even memory\/matching games! The possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractice with Adjectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowe also suggests providing students with a mitten cutout to decorate with craft supplies from around the classroom (i.e. yarn, pom pons, etc.) with the phrase \"My mitten is ____________.\" at the bottom, inviting students to brainstorm describing words. Once again, you can use one of Brett's printables and word processing software to create and print a project worksheet onto sturdy card stock (that will stand up to the demands of decorating!). Below is an example of a worksheet adapted using Jan Brett's artwork:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-454 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-mitten-is...craft_.jpg\" alt=\"example mitten craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: janbrett.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePretend Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo reinforce the concept of sequencing, it might also be fun to have your students take turns dressing up as the characters in the book - Nikki and all the animals - and act out the story while it's being read. This offers a great creative outlet for your preschoolers while helping them to remember the story and practice sequencing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachers.net\/lessons\/posts\/3011.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLesson Plans: The Mitten lesson plan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101532697,"sku":"A3735","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/mitten_anniversary_jacket_300.jpg?v=1522781679"},{"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":"presidents-day-fun-a3741","title":"President's Day Fun","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2871184559.jpg\" alt=\"George Washington (Lansdowne portrait), First President (1789-1797)\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Cliff\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/28567825@N03\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCliff\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'George Washington (Lansdowne portrait), First President (1789-1797)'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/28567825@N03\/2871184559\" 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\u003eMonday is President's Day and here are some fun activities to consider including your lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Crafts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with tracing paper and coins, inviting them to create coin rubbings with various graphic art tools (i.e. crayons, pencils, chalk, pastels, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students create \"hands on\" cherry tree prints - paint the underside of their forearm with brown craft paint and their palm\/fingers green. Invite them to place a print on white construction paper, set aside to dry, then add fingerprint \"cherries\" on the tree with red craft paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCross-Curricular Activities\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk about what life would have been like for George Washington and later for Abraham Lincoln. Choose several comparisons that your students will be able to relate to (i.e. games, electricity, clothing, food, school, etc.). \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/edsitement.neh.gov\/lesson-plan\/then-and-now-life-early-america-1740-1840\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEDSITEment!\u003c\/a\u003e provides a great lesson for this topic so be sure to check it out! At the end of the discussion, provide your students with supplies for making George Washington's wig or Abraham Lincoln's top hat. At Everything Preschool, you'll find directions for making a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.everythingpreschool.com\/themes\/presidentsday\/art.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epacking peanut wig\u003c\/a\u003e, Bright Hub provides directions for a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.brighthub.com\/education\/k-12\/articles\/7093.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecotton ball wig\u003c\/a\u003e, and Little Giraffes Teaching Ideas offers a great tutorial for making Lincoln's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\/presidents.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehat and beard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their wig or hat firmly in place, complete the following activities to get into the fun of President's Day:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead several literature selections about the presidents\/time period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePretend to live in the period - demonstrate a movement (i.e. pumping water, gathering berries, hunting for game, gardening, etc.) and have your students copy you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay several games from the time period. You can find great ideas at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.paulreverehouse.org\/kids\/reverechildren.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Paul Revere House\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.history.org\/kids\/games\/dollGame.cfm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColonial Williamsburg\u003c\/a\u003e website, and even in the lesson plan from EDSITEment! we mentioned earlier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHere are some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2918\/presidents-day-lesson\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egreat science and math ideas\u003c\/a\u003e that can be adapted to your preschoolers skill level!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103498777,"sku":"A3741","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2871184559.jpg?v=1522781691"},{"product_id":"learning-with-dr-seuss-a3742","title":"Learning with Dr. Seuss","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dr-seuss-profile.jpg\" alt=\"dr. seuss\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't have to be a kid to appreciate Dr. Seuss's dynamic works - the colors, the rhymes, and, of course, the amazing imagination! In honor of his birthday on March 2nd, Mrs. Pearce, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog Mrs. Pearce's \"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/icanyoucantoucanclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/classroom-activities-inspired-by-works.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can, You Can, Toucan\u003c\/a\u003e\" Classroom, created a list of her favorite Seuss-inspired activities and we'd thought we'd pass along a few of our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere's a Wocket in My Pocket\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this activity, students can tap into their natural \"creative banks\" by creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e {silly!} rhyming pairs like \"a blandwich in my sandwich\", \"a splog on my dog\", etc. Provide each student with a piece of paper in which to illustrate their wacky rhymes, then compile these into a classroom book!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Many Colored Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile they certainly \u003cem\u003efeel\u003c\/em\u003e them, emotions can be a hard concept for preschoolers {and many adults!} to describe, explain, and sometimes cope with. Preschool offers a great setting for your students to learn about feelings, as well as provide them with the tools to deal with emotions in a positive and healthy way. Pearce suggests using Seuss's book to associate emotions with colors - having students act out each color (i.e. Yellow is the color of sunshine and is most often associated with joy and happiness, as well as intellect and energy. A student might \"act it out\" by smiling, skipping, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBartholomew and the Oobleck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a fantastic sensory experience, Pearce suggests having your preschoolers make their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e oobleck to use at the sensory table. As an extension of the activity, you might consider instigating a discussion of matter, specifically solids and liquids, as they play and explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf I Ran the Zoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another activity where your students' imaginations can run wild. After reading the selection, invite your students to form groups and great their own zoo - complete with imaginary animals to fill it! Have them create at least one creature from each basic animal group - invertebrate, amphibian, reptile, bird, fish, and mammal. You, of course, will need to explain the characteristics of each group and give handouts of examples. Have your students draw or sculpt their newly discovered creatures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Seuss-inspired activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Pearce's full post!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103597081,"sku":"A3742","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dr-seuss-profile.jpg?v=1522781692"},{"product_id":"celebrating-dr-seuss-a3746","title":"Celebrating Dr. Seuss","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-586 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DrSeussIsOnTheLoose.jpg\" alt=\"Reading Across America Dr Seuss Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate Reading Across America with the whimsical literature of Dr. Seuss - and this fantastic unit by Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-suess-is-on-loose.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e You'll find everything from math exercises and crafts to science and language arts lesson ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Fish, Two Fish...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a Styrofoam cup of Goldfish® Colors crackers. Invite them to dump and sort the fish based on color, count the number in each group, and record the results on the printable worksheet. Discuss the results as a class using terms like \u003cem\u003emost, least, more than, less than,\u003c\/em\u003e etc. Rachelle provides a summary data sheet for your students to complete as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtension: Create a class graph that compiles one set of data points (i.e. have students vote on which color fish they had the most of, least of, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorton Hears...\u003c\/em\u003e Inflections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce your students to inflections - \u003cem\u003ebig, bigger, biggest and small, smaller, smallest\u003c\/em\u003e - with this Seuss themed exercise. Rachelle provides two sets of cutouts, a set of elephants and a set of flowers, which students are asked to sequence. The elephants will help students differentiate between big, bigger, and biggest, while the flowers will give them a visual representation of small, smaller, and smallest. After an introduction to these concepts, use Rachelle's worksheet to have students draw their own inflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImagining Animals with \u003cem\u003eHorton Hatches the Egg\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeuss's story crosses two unlikely animals - an elephant and a bird - to create a new jungle creature. Have your students create their own cross-breeds, mixing the qualities of two of their favorite animals. Rachelle's worksheet provides a space for students to draw their new creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBartholomew and the Oobleck\u003c\/em\u003e Science Experiment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students explore states of matter {specifically liquids and solids} with this gooey science experiment. Start by discussing the properties of the two with your students, showing them examples, then provide each of them with a sample of oobleck to explore. Observing how different objects interact with the substance (marble, paperclip, etc.), how it feels, etc. have students describe the substance, discussing how the oobleck presents characteristics of both a liquid and a solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great Seuss-themed lesson ideas, be sure to download Rachelle's full Dr. Seuss unit at What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104317977,"sku":"A3746","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DrSeussIsOnTheLoose.jpg?v=1522781696"},{"product_id":"practicing-letter-formation-a3745","title":"Practicing Letter Formation","description":"\u003cp\u003eTeaching your preschoolers to recognize letters as well as providing them with practice in forming them is a great way to boost future reading success. Here are some great activities that are sure to peak your students' interest - and motivate them to practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-617 \" title=\"Window-Crayons-Picture\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Window-Crayons-Picture.jpg\" alt=\"preschool writing activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.simplemessyfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindow Markers \u0026amp; Picture Frames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this great activity at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.simplemessyfun.com\/2011\/01\/fun-with-window-markers.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSimple. Messy. Fun!\u003c\/a\u003e Similar to dry erase board practice {but with 'fancy' new materials!}, all you need is a package of Crayola window markers, several empty picture frames, and supplies for clean-up. Your students will be so focused on trying out the new materials, they'll forget that they're practicing a skill!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-618 \" title=\"preschool corner 022\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/preschool-corner-022-e1299606818128.jpg\" alt=\"preschool writing lesson tracing letters in sand\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ourworldwideclassroom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting in Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity comes from Kylie at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ourworldwideclassroom.blogspot.com\/2009\/08\/preschool-corner-writing-in-sand-sound.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Worldwide Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e. Similar to working at the sand and water table, your students will enjoy this non-traditional writing practice. As they push their fingers, pencil, marker, etc. through the sand, they'll build fine motor strength and strengthen writing skills {without even realizing they're working!}. Consider changing out the tray each week or even during the week - using rice, oatmeal, flour, salt, and other materials to keep your students interested in the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-619 \" title=\"shaving cream letter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/shaving-cream-letter.jpg\" alt=\"preschool writing lesson letter formation in shaving cream\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: prekinders.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaving Cream Letters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, you can always fall back on this tried and true method of messy letter formation from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekinders.com\/alphabet\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreKinders\u003c\/a\u003e- writing in shaving cream! Spray a little of the magical foam on your students desk or a tray {add a little color if you dare} and let them have at it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are infinite possibilities to engaging your preschoolers in the writing process. Just remember to keep it fun, stimulating, and feeling like 'play' rather than practice! Be sure to check out the full activity posts for pictures, ideas, and other early childhood resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105202713,"sku":"A3745","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Window-Crayons-Picture.jpg?v=1522781701"},{"product_id":"st-patricks-day-writing-amp-literacy-activities-a3750","title":"St. Patrick's Day Writing \u0026 Literacy Activities","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2753707056.jpg\" alt=\"There be leprechauns\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Razvan Caliman\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/13594736@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRazvan Caliman\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'There be leprechauns'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/13594736@N00\/2753707056\" 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\u003eSt. Patrick's Day is fast approaching and if you're in need of exciting writing and literacy center activities, we found some great ideas at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes Teaching Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e! You'll have to visit the original post for a full list, but here are a few of our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeprechaun Colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this activity, students are invited to draw a picture of themselves as a leprechaun. Encourage your preschoolers to be creative and experiment with color {i.e. use more than just green}. Once their drawings are complete, students will then write a description of their leprechaun-selves using color words. For example: \"\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eMary Ann\u003c\/span\u003e is a leprechaun! She is wearing a \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003egold\u003c\/span\u003e hat, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003egreen\u003c\/span\u003e coat, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eorange\u003c\/span\u003e pants, and \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003egold\u003c\/span\u003e shoes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: You might consider having students decorate a coloring page, but the apparel described would likely change  - i.e. include things like scarves, vests, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eCreate an interactive emergent reader for students to practice color word recognition. Here's an example of the first couple pages {we used a black and white clip art image from the web and word processing software to create these \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/print\/?file=Lep-Color-ER.jpg\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emock pages\u003c\/a\u003e}:\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-624\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lep-Color-ER.jpg\" alt=\"leprechaun color word interactive emergent reader preschool literacy center activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eOn each page, have students color the corresponding part of the leprechaun with the color described and, at the end, provide a leprechaun coloring page inviting students to compile the directions and create a full color image of the leprechaun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeprechaun Traps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading Jana Dillon’s \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucky ‘O Leprechaun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, invite students to write or dictate the steps involved in catching a leprechaun. Consider using this cute worksheet from Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/st-patricks-day-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e where students can write \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e illustrate their stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-623 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Catching-A-Leprechaun.jpg\" alt=\"how to catch a leprechaun preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a \u003cem\u003efew\u003c\/em\u003e of the St. Patrick's Day writing and literacy center activities we found at Little Giraffes. Be sure to check out the full post for other fantastic ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105268249,"sku":"A3750","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2753707056.jpg?v=1522781702"},{"product_id":"fingerprint-letter-fun-a3757","title":"Fingerprint Letter Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-663  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fingerprint-letter-tracing.jpg\" alt=\"preschool literacy activity tracing letters with fingerprints\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.creativetots.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun why to get your kiddos to practice letter formation and properly writing their name? We found this terrific idea at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/fingerprint-fanatics\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Tots\u003c\/a\u003e that your preschoolers will love to complete any day of the week {trust us!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint or carefully script each student's name onto a piece of card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a colorful border using glue and construction paper (optional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with ink pads and their fingers, invite students to trace each letter {using proper form\/direction} with fingerprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep back and realize that you've probably created some fingerprint fanatics!!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapitalizing on the enthusiasm for this new and exciting way to practice letter formation, consider extending the activity to include individual letter cards {featuring both upper and lower case}, vocabulary words, common sight words, and even full alphabet mats! Not to mention, when finished, you can easily segue into a science investigation of fingerprints - discussing how each person has unique prints, looking at them more closely using magnifying glasses, learning how to 'dust for prints', etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Creative Tots for more great pictures and preschool resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106808345,"sku":"A3757","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fingerprint-letter-tracing.jpg?v=1522781711"},{"product_id":"poetry-baskets-in-preschool-a3759","title":"Poetry Baskets in Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-674 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/poetry-basket.jpg\" alt=\"preschool poetry basket literacy activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that April is National Poetry Month? When thinking about children and poetry, Poets.org surmises,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Poetry is the \u003c\/em\u003eliveliest\u003cem\u003e use of language, and nobody knows more instinctively how to take delight in that playfulness than children.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoetry is the place where imagination, self-expression, rhyme, and whimsy collide to open up a new literary world. It can seem daunting at first, but with the right foundation, students can learn to \u003cem\u003eappreciate\u003c\/em\u003e if not love poetry. Mary Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/march-poetry-basket.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e offers a fantastic idea for incorporating poetry into the preschool classroom - poetry baskets!\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoetry Baskets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are the important elements of a poetry basket and a few things to remember:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose short, simple poems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for poetry with great imagery, vocabulary words, and even relevant sight words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint the poem with relevant pictures and clip art to reinforce concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd relevant manipulatives to use in acting out the poem and to hold while reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart out by having your students close their eyes and just listen as you read the poem. Discuss the 'mental images' they crafted in their head as they listened. Show your preschoolers the poem printout (with images), discussing why \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e chose to include each particular image. Throughout the week, invite your students to practice reciting the poem using the pictures as clues. You'll be amazed at how fast they pick it up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, introduce poetry 'reading' by incorporating the text along with the images. As your students recite the lines, follow along, pointing to each word. Provide students with small poetry cards or create a poster of the poem for students to continue this practice during free time or at the literacy center. This is a fantastic exercise for memorizing poetry, practicing one-to-one correspondence, and strengthening reading skills (i.e. following the line from right to left as well as the 'return sweep' from the end of one line back to the start of the next).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107201561,"sku":"A3759","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/poetry-basket.jpg?v=1522781714"},{"product_id":"learning-about-butterflies-a3760","title":"Learning About Butterflies Preschool Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-683 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg\" alt=\"eric carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar preschool counting and sorting activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the spring season with a lesson on butterflies! Beth, preschool teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/preschool-butterfly-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrom The Hive\u003c\/a\u003e, designed some fun activities that should give you a head start in your planning! Here are a few of our favorite exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeth suggests reading Eric Carle's popular children's tale, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, to introduce your students to the life cycle of a butterfly. She found {among her daughter's books} a fun edition with large colorful pages and a plush caterpillar toy that can actually traverse the holes in the pages. While your preschoolers have probably heard the story numerous times, if you can get your hands on this edition, your kiddos will have a blast volunteering to move the hungry little caterpillar through the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarle-Inspired Sorting \u0026amp; Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking from the fruits of the story - apple, pears, plums, and more - Beth created felt fruit manipulatives and some fabric numbers. First her preschoolers were charged with the task of sorting the fruit by kind, then Beth invited them to count each grouping, matching the correct numeral to each bunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterfly Life Cycle Interactive Emergent Readers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents created a fun interactive emergent reader using a combination of finger, fist, and hand prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A little egg lay on a leaf.\" - Students create a small egg with their fingerprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Out hatches a caterpillar. He eats and eats and grows and grows.\" - Students make a caterpillar print using their entire finger. For fun, have students alternate the color between knuckles!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The caterpillar builds a chrysalis.\" - Beth had students make their hand into a fist, then trace it (upside down so the 'fat' part is on the bottom) on the paper and color it in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A few days later, a beautiful butterfly pops out!\" - Students create a butterfly body with their finger, then trace a full hand print on either side to create a butterfly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Consider having students make the prints using craft paint for more vibrant pages.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a list of songs and fingerplays (as well as lyrics!), a tutorial on cute butterfly finger puppets, butterfly snack ideas, and other fun learning center activities, be sure to visit Beth's full post at From The Hive!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107430937,"sku":"A3760","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"the-gift-of-childrens-books-a3761","title":"The Gift of Children's Books","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-688 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/copyright-katherine-marie-269-book-love.jpg\" alt=\"the gift of children's books\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApril 2nd is International Children's Book Day, a day set aside to \"inspire the love of reading and to call attention to children's books\". To commemorate the date, why not start a new tradition with your preschoolers and the other classes on your floor\/at your center. We found these fantastic ideas at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/8365\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e and just had to share!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGiving the Gift of Books {\u0026amp; Literacy}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect or purchase several copies of your students' favorite children's book(s). Attach a message [like Katherine's above] and drop the surprise gifts at the doors of the other classes on your floor for them to enjoy!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a book drive, inviting your students to bring in books they don't use anymore, donating them to a local shelter or children's hospital. So that your students can see the fruit of their efforts, ask if the shelter director or someone from hospital personnel can snap a few photos of children enjoying the books. [It may not be allowed for policy reasons, but it doesn't hurt to ask! Your students will feel much more connected to the project if they can see how they've helped.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the next book order comes through, have your students help you choose several selections to 'donate', requesting that they be given to a child at the school who can't afford it or who needs a 'pick-me-up'!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will these classroom traditions help you share the gift of children's books with people in the community, they'll instill in your students the joy of giving and helping others.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107660313,"sku":"A3761","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/copyright-katherine-marie-269-book-love.jpg?v=1522781716"},{"product_id":"a-twist-on-the-easter-egg-hunt-a3768","title":"A Twist - On the Easter Egg Hunt!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-730 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/easter-1-e1302752693404.jpg\" alt=\"spring Easter preschool counting egg hunt\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanning an Easter egg hunt for your preschoolers this year? Consider this fun twist from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/easter-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Bear\u003c\/a\u003e! Begin with a basket of colorful plastic Easter eggs - fill them with with pom poms in assorted colors, Easter erasers, or another type of math manipulative - and set them up in the math center with egg counting cards {like these from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/easter-activities-lapbook.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e}. Invite your students to \"hunt\" through the plastic eggs, counting the number of items in each and matching them to the proper number card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsiderations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet out egg \u003cem\u003ealphabet\u003c\/em\u003e cards, filling the eggs with items that begin with different letters of the alphabet. Have students make matches based on beginning letter sound {i.e. match the key to the \"K\" card, the bouncy ball to the \"B\" card, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students practice working with sight words. Set out sight word egg mats and fill the eggs with slips of paper printed with the sight words in various fonts and colors. Have students hunt and make matches, setting the matching eggs on the appropriate mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an Easter egg puzzle {find and print a clip art egg, cutting it into several strips}, filling each egg with a different piece, and invite students to construct the image.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour preschoolers are sure to enjoy these \"twists\" on the traditional Easter egg hunt!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109495321,"sku":"A3768","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/easter-1-e1302752693404.jpg?v=1522781726"},{"product_id":"easter-literacy-center-activities-a3770","title":"Easter Literacy Center Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-739 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/easter-lit.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Easter Literacy Center Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.pre-kpages.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just love these colorful literacy center activities Vanessa Levin of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pre-kpages.com\/springanimals\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePre-K Pages\u003c\/a\u003e put together for Easter! From letter recognition and sight word identification to beginning letter sounds and reading simple sentences, there's something for everyone {and certainly enough to keep your preschoolers busy during the holiday!}. While we can't describe each and every center idea, here are a few highlights!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Sight Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Easter egg cutouts, use a marker to script new or review high frequency words and laminate the set. Place these in the center along with a small basket, egg coloring cup, etc. of plastic, foam, wooden, and\/or magnetic letters and invite your students to spell the sight words out on the egg mats. Builds sight word recognition and fine motor skills. [Extension: Laminate larger sight word eggs to use as play dough mats.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Beginning Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose three beginning sounds to review\/learn, scripting each one onto a blank index card {or cute cutout} and using the card to label an Easter basket. Collect several small items from around the classroom that start with the appropriate letters\/sounds and place them into colorful plastic Easter eggs. Gather the eggs into a large basket, then invite your students to open and sort them into the proper 'sound basket'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more fantastic Easter literacy center activities, be sure to check out the full post at Pre-K Pages!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109855769,"sku":"A3770","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/easter-lit.jpg?v=1522781728"},{"product_id":"using-matchboxes-for-storytelling-a3773","title":"Using Matchboxes For Storytelling","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-766\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Picture-056-What-if-match-boxes-inside-April-2011.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Storytelling and Literacy Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: etadventures.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wednesday {the 27th} is \"Tell a Story Day\" and, as you've likely experienced with your energetic kiddos, preschoolers have fantastic imaginations that can spin and weave stories at the drop of a hat! This guided storytelling exercise from Elise at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/etadventures.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/what-if-matchboxes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInspiration Surrounds... Creativity Abounds\u003c\/a\u003e is a great way to help your students learn how to create more complex story lines by asking important questions like who, what, where, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"What if...\" Matchboxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three elements to each \"What if...\" matchbox:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe front of the box displays the image of an object (noun).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen opened, the matchbox tray contains an image related to an action (verb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the back of the box, a list of exploratory \"What if...\" questions are posed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use, students put the three elements together, answering the fully formed \"What if...\" scenarios described. 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If you're planning to study Mother Goose any time soon, here's a fantastic idea we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/nurseryrhymes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Virtual Vine\u003c\/a\u003e for introducing and learning about nursery rhymes in the classroom. Try creating a nursery rhyme box!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, you'll need to find a suitable container. Consider one of the following that can be easily decorated and stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowdered laundry detergent box with handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoebox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic storage container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, fill the box with props that will help you introduce the rhyme to your kiddos. For instance, if studying \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLittle Miss Muffet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, create or purchase a puppet of Miss. Muffet {consider using \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-12901-nursery-rhymes-puppets-patterns-props.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNursery Rhymes Puppets, Patterns \u0026amp; Props\u003c\/a\u003e}, include a bowl and spoon, and add in a plastic spider. 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It will help your kiddos learn to listen attentively {an important skill for social interaction as well as learning!}, differentiate sounds, and review the many wonderful rhymes studied during the unit! [NOTE: While you can certainly use it at other times throughout the unit, your kiddos are likely to be more familiar with the classic rhymes near the \u003cem\u003eend\u003c\/em\u003e and thus have a better chance spotting the differences\/helping create \u003cem\u003enew\u003c\/em\u003e rhymes!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eListening for Mix-ups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by having your students listen as you recite classic rhymes that have had their rhyming words all mixed up {with odd words that sound similar thrown in here and there}. For instance,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003eDumpty Humpty\u003c\/span\u003e sat on a \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003efall\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003eDumpty Humpty\u003c\/span\u003e had a great \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003ewall\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eAll the king's \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003enurses\u003c\/span\u003e and all the king's \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003eagain\u003c\/span\u003e,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eCouldn't put Humpty together \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003emen\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left\"\u003eInvite them to pull out a piece of paper and place a check mark on it each time they hear a mistake\/mix-up. Discuss as a class how the mix-ups may have made the rhyme difficult to understand {and not make sense!}, then go line by line, counting and fixing the various mistakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eListening For \u0026amp; Creating New Rhymes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left\"\u003eNext, have your students listen and attempt to catch the rhyming pairs that have been replaced as you recite 'well known' rhymes. Christie offers two great examples to use, adapting \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwinkle, Twinkle Little Star\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaa Baa Black Sheep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e for the exercise. After a couple rounds, invite your students to help you adapt other classic nursery rhymes. Be sure to copy these down, creating a cute emergent reader booklet for your kiddos to decorate and have as a keepsake at the end of the unit. It might also be fun to keep a version of the adapted nursery rhymes in your classroom library for students in later years to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110937113,"sku":"A3775","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3775-humpty-dumpty.jpg?v=1522781735"},{"product_id":"hey-diddle-diddle-exploring-nursery-rhymes-amp-space-a3776","title":"Hey Diddle Diddle - Exploring Nursery Rhymes \u0026amp; Space","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-914 alignright\" alt=\"Mother Goose and Space Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eA great way to incorporate “Mother Goose Day” and “Space Day” {May 1st and May 6th respectively} into your lessons is with the classic nursery rhyme, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHey Diddle Diddle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. While we got this great activity from kindergarten teacher, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.space.ecsd.net\/po%20Space%202.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Opyr\u003c\/a\u003e, with a little guidance, we're pretty sure your preschoolers will love it too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver the Moon Sight Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHey Diddle Diddle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e offers a fantastic opportunity for you to teach your kiddos common positional sight words – over, under, beside, through, behind, etc. You can introduce the concept several ways...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a fun game where students spin the \"story\" wheel and position the cow in the proper place.\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-912\" alt=\"Mother Goose and Space Preschool Lesson\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\"The cow jumped over the moon.\"\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-913\" alt=\"Mother Goose and Space Preschool Lesson\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\"The cow jumped under the moon.\"\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an interactive emergent reader where students are invited to glue moon and cow cutouts in the proper place\/order.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-919\" alt=\"Mother Goose and Space Interactive Emergent Reader\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space8.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with different story scenarios written on strips of paper {i.e. \"The cow jumped in front of the moon.\"} and invite them to paste these onto journal pages, using graphic art tools to illustrate them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: To extend this activity and provide your students with more sight word practice, consider adding different characters and cutouts. For instance, \"The astronaut floated over the shuttle.\" or \"The shuttle flew under the Earth\", etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more fantastic activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Opyr's space page!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111199257,"sku":"A3776","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Space3.jpg?v=1522781736"},{"product_id":"writing-about-space-books-to-make-as-a-class-a3777","title":"Writing About Space: Books to Make as a Class","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2224119139.jpg\" alt=\"Mars the Red Planet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2007 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Jason\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/jason_burmeister\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJason\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Mars the Red Planet'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/20978090@N07\/2224119139\" 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\u003eInspire your little authors to write adventures about space with these fantastic collaborative book ideas from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsbeggskindergarten.com\/Space.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Beggs' Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. The prompts are super simple so we're certain your preschoolers will be up to the task! Not only will these projects provide printing practice and build vocabulary, they're a great introduction to working with others, will inspire the imagination, and offer a fantastic addition to the classroom library for years to come!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stars' Trip to Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stars' Trip to Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, a story about a group of stars who venture from space to explore several exciting places on Earth, invite your students to create their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e story page. Have them brainstorm a list of fun places the star might like to visit, settling on one to illustrate and include in the class book. Before putting the book together, have each student present their page and tell the class why they think the star would enjoy visiting this location\/place. If you can, try to find the places on a map for a geography component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreschool Went To The Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a rhyme she found at Lasting Lessons, Mrs. Beggs and her students wrote about their class trip to space where they saw the moon, the stars, and even Mars from the window of their shuttle. They then illustrated the pages to bind in a book. Each page included a personalized poem and a rocket with the student's picture in the window {along with their other drawings and decorations, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar System Hide \u0026amp; Seek\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe adapted this class book idea from Mrs. Beggs' \"Where is the Sun Hiding?\" - where students brainstormed and illustrated where they thought the sun might hide. Instead of focusing on the sun, bring in all types of celestial bodies {so your students can brush up on their vocabulary} for a fun game of hide and seek. Here's an non-exhaustive list of \"players\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA meteor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA black hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA star\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe moon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJupiter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUranus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeptune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn asteroid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Earth is not included because the premise of the book is that these astronomical objects came to Earth to play a game of hide and seek.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure each student has an object to \"hide\", inviting them to illustrate a page for the book {i.e. \"Mercury hid behind a horse.\", etc}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more book ideas and space learning center activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Beggs' Classroom for her full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111363097,"sku":"A3777","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2224119139.jpg?v=1522781737"},{"product_id":"double-trouble-foam-shape-matching-exercise-a3778","title":"\"Double Trouble\" Foam Shape Matching Exercise","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-931\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/double-trouble-shapes.jpg\" alt=\"Shape Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.walkingbytheway.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're attempting to work with a small group of students and need something to occupy your remaining students' attention or need a quiet exercise for your kiddos to complete during free time {or even between activities when they finish early!}, this shape matching activity from Ami at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.walkingbytheway.com\/blog\/?p=298\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWalking by the Way\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to keep your preschoolers' attention. The best feature, it fits neatly into a Ziploc bag, ready to be stored for future use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile simple, this exercise \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e take preparation. For a full list of supplies, printable exercise grids, and directions, be sure to visit Ami's full post! Your kiddos are certain to find this activity both exciting and challenging, and as they complete the two-part process {identifying and finding first the bottom shape and then the top}, they will sharpen visual discrimination, practice shape and color recognition, and strengthen fine motor skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students have had practice with this exercise, consider altering the activity for extra use...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a third element, scripting a number or letter onto the top shape for an extra matching challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate an interactive emergent reader or activity mats that will help your preschoolers practice shape and color word recognition. Include a description of each 'compound shape' {i.e. \"Small green circle on a large pink triangle\"} and half of a Velcro dot on each page\/mat. Place the second half of the Velcro dot onto the back of each shape card {shape cards can be created by cutting the original exercise grid apart}. 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Armed with journal pages {like our examples}, a pencil, crayons, and a magnifying glass, send your students out for a tree study! Invite them to observe, describe, draw and\/or record the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a picture of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a map of the tree's location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude a rubbing of the tree bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude a rubbing of one of the tree leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the diameter of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the height of the tree {if possible!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw {or trace!} and describe the shape of the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe the texture and color of the tree bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsider adding a few of these extensions to the lesson:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your kiddos to spend a few minutes observing the tree. 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But if you happen to be able to unearth some 'un-drowned' blossoms, we stumbled across some utterly fantastic flower activities at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/8861\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e that would make a great addition to your spring or flower\/botany lessons! Here are a few of our favorites!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI-Spy with Flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e {Pictured above in Katherine's stunning style!} Collect several glass vases, small toys\/items, potting soil, and, of course, some colorful blossoms. As you arrange the flowers, 'hide' the collected items in and on the soil, in the flowers, and anywhere else you can fit them. As your kiddos play, have them describe the item spied, thinking about colors, locations, unique attributes, etc. until their classmates guess which object they've located.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Math.\u003c\/strong\u003e Katherine provides two fun options for your kiddos to try. The first is a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/8861\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003edaisy math puzzle\u003c\/a\u003e. Students are challenged to recognize the numeral in the center of each flower, then count and paste the correct number of petals around it. 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Be sure to head on over to The Preschool Toolbox for the download and get busy designing your own educational activity {or tailoring one of these suggestions to meet your students' learning needs}!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734114541593,"sku":"A3785","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ice-cream.jpg?v=1522781757"},{"product_id":"pool-noodle-math-and-literacy-activity-a3786","title":"Pool Noodle Math - and Literacy! - Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-971\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pool-noodle-math.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.icanteachmychild.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do pool noodles and math have in common? This awesome fine motor counting game from Jenae at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2011\/05\/caterpillar-counting.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI can teach my child\u003c\/a\u003e! Simply cut the noodle into ten equal sections, use a permanent marker to script a numeral onto each, then set out {along with a piece of rope or even a child's belt} for some math skill fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the exercise, students practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:1 correspondence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJenae's example shows numbers one through ten, but you can certainly choose another focus sequence, use the noodles to practice skip-counting, or even select numbers out of order to help your kiddos practice recognizing and ordering numerals from 'smallest' to 'largest'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiteracy Adaptation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of numerals, script letters onto each pool noodle piece. Have students practice stringing the letters in order. Or, using sight word or vocabulary flash cards as a guide, invite your kiddos to spell high frequency words with the noodle letters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734114705433,"sku":"A3786","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pool-noodle-math.jpg?v=1522781758"},{"product_id":"create-your-own-storywalk-experience-a3787","title":"Create Your Own \"Storywalk\" Experience","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3787-children-walking.jpg\" alt=\"Children Walking\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library and the Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kellogghubbard.org\/storywalk.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Storywalk Project™\u003c\/a\u003e attempts to incorporate both literacy and exercise! While there may be one in your area {be sure to check the website to find out!}, you may just have to create your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e storywalk experience. Here's how...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind an old copy of your kiddos favorite book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate the pages, mounting each one onto a piece of colored construction paper then laminate them or place them into plastic document protectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan a 'hiking route' around your playground and schoolyard, then post the pages of the book at strategic check points on the route.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasking in the sunshine and getting some much needed exercise, take your kiddos on a storywalk - stopping at each check point to find out what happens next in the story!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fantastic idea and one we're sure your preschoolers will love! Be sure to visit The Storywalk Project™ website -who knows, you just might be instrumental in starting a new tradition for families in the community this summer!\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115524633,"sku":"A3787","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3787-children-walking.jpg?v=1522781763"},{"product_id":"sorting-upper-amp-lower-case-letters-a3789","title":"Sorting Upper \u0026amp; Lower Case Letters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Upper-Lower-Sorting-1.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Letter Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-989\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper easy to make, this DIY upper and lower case letter sorting activity is just what you need to keep your preschoolers on their toes, reviewing what they know about the alphabet. Simply divide a piece of construction paper in half, pick a focus letter, and script its upper case in one column, the lower case in the other. Create both upper and lower case letter cards from scraps of paper and then, placing them face down on a hard surface and mixing them up, invite your kiddos to pick them up one at a time and sort them into the correct column.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an extra challenge, we created the alphabet cards using word processing software and several different fonts. Even though it's review, students will have to slow down and rely on the visual discrimination skills that have been strengthened throughout the year. Another way to make this activity more challenging is to have students complete several letter mats at a time, mixing \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e of the letter cards together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115786777,"sku":"A3789","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Upper-Lower-Sorting-1.jpg?v=1522781764"},{"product_id":"learning-about-my-body-a3790","title":"Learning About My Body","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-995\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_5298_thumb1.jpg\" alt=\"Body Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these fantastic resources for teaching your preschoolers about the human body at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2010\/08\/all-about-me-my-body.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e. Not only have they put together a full three-day lesson plan, they provide links and printables for each activity. You'll have to visit the blog for the full lesson, but here's a sneak peek of our favorite activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB is for Body Collage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce your kiddos to the various parts of the body with this fantastic collage activity. Print the letter cutout onto a piece of white card stock, providing students with craft scissors so that they can cut it out. Next, invite your students to cut out and glue the body part images to the letter and, when dry, paste the entire collage to a piece of colored construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZiploc \"My Body\" Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Jenae of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/make-it-ziploc-my-body-book\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI can teach my child\u003c\/a\u003e, compile a \"My Body\" book using Ziploc bags, scrapbook paper, and photos of your students. While they're certain to know where to find their eyes, ears, mouth, knees, elbows, etc. by now, it's always fun for your kiddos to see pictures of themselves and their classmates. This can be another great introduction to the vocabulary\/terms that will be used throughout the unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to A Teaching Mommy for these and other great \"all about me and my body\" activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115819545,"sku":"A3790","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/IMG_5298_thumb1.jpg?v=1522781764"},{"product_id":"rainbow-printing-practice-a3791","title":"Rainbow Printing Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe were thinking about \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2973\/literacy-center-activities-rainbow-sight-words\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis \"Rainbow Sight Word\" post\u003c\/a\u003e and thought, why not adapt the literacy center activity to fit the preschool classroom? With a few simple tweaks, your preschoolers are sure to get great exposure to high frequency words, practice properly forming letters, and strengthen letter recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-printing-practice-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sight Word and Letter Printing Practice Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of creating a list of sight words for students to copy, create tracing cards using the blank index cards. Include both letters and sight words for extra review and practice. As they trace, invite your kiddos to quietly identify each letter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-printing-practice-2.jpg\" alt=\"Sight Word and Letter Printing Practice Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom an assortment of colorful graphic art tools, have you preschoolers select three or four different colors, using them to re-trace each letter or word. Once again, place emphasis on having your students identify each letter as they trace it. Repetition is a great way to commit the information to memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a separate flip book for the alphabet and sight word rainbow cards that students can use for reference or future review. You might also consider using the cards to practice ordering {i.e. put both the letters and words in alphabetical order} or for a memory\/matching game by combining two sets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734115983385,"sku":"A3791","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rainbow-printing-practice-1.jpg?v=1522781766"},{"product_id":"backyard-abcs-a3793","title":"Backyard ABCs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1010\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ABC-Nature-Grid.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Outdoor Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: roots-of-simplicity.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're antsy little learners are in need of some sunshine and fresh air, load on the sunscreen and head outside to give this fun literacy activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/roots-of-simplicity.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/our-alphabet-hunt-backyard-treasures.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRoots of Simplicity\u003c\/a\u003e a try!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-95-sidewalk-chalk-paper-chalk.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSidewalk chalk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat section of sidewalk or pavement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEager learners with loads of imagination!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set-up is simple - using the sidewalk chalk, have your students work in groups or together as a class to create a 26-square grid {over at Roots of Simplicy, they suggest creating a 5 x 5 square grid and adding an extra square at the bottom}, writing one letter of the alphabet in each. Then, go on a nature hunt to find objects to place in each square that have the same beginning sound. If your preschoolers can't find an actual object, have them use the chalk to \u003cem\u003edraw\u003c\/em\u003e something from nature {i.e. a bird, a waterfall, etc}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also love the extension at Roots of Simplicity – adding a bit of gross motor fun to the ABC grid by jumping from letter to letter to create focus vocabulary and sight words! Head on over to see pictures and get more great early childhood activity ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734116737049,"sku":"A3793","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ABC-Nature-Grid.jpg?v=1522781770"},{"product_id":"sidewalk-chalk-story-quilt-a3794","title":"Sidewalk - Chalk - Story Quilt","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1015 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/chalk-quilt-1597.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.flaxandtwine.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFound this adorable art idea from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flaxandtwine.com\/2011\/05\/sidewalk-quilt.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlax \u0026amp; Twine\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it could be a cute reading\/literacy activity for your kiddos this summer! While you may not have divided sections of concrete at your disposal, this works just as well with a chalk grid!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSidewalk chalk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection from your classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat section of sidewalk or pavement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we love the brilliant colors and freely created patterns displayed at Flax \u0026amp; Twine, we also imagined students having a blast with a \u003cem\u003edirected\u003c\/em\u003e project, creating colorful story quilts {by themselves, in small groups, or even as a class!}. First, read a story - a new literature selection or a class favorite - then have your kiddos to think about one or more of the following ideas\/prompts as they design a 'quilt square'...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho was your favorite character?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat was your favorite part of the story?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrate an alternate ending to the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might even consider using a 'compound prompt'. For instance, here's a three-part quilt prompt: 1) Have students select a color that best represents the book as a whole, using it to outline their square, 2) Just inside the colored lines, invite student to draw a repeating pattern of three symbols that best represent the book, and 3) In the center of the square, have your preschoolers draw their favorite scene or character from the selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1016\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/story-quilt-square.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour preschoolers are sure to have a blast exploring and thinking critically about literature, creating beautiful art work and designs, and learning outside in the sunshine and fresh air!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734116868121,"sku":"A3794","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/chalk-quilt-1597.jpg?v=1522781771"},{"product_id":"chameleon-caterpillars-craft-a2332","title":"Chameleon Caterpillars Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-2809\" title=\"Chameleon-Caterpillar-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chameleon-Caterpillar-1.jpg\" alt=\"Early Childhood Fine Motor and Patterning Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love how this kid-friendly caterpillar craft makes use of stripes on a striped background. It reminds us of a chameleon! Whether you pair it with a unit on butterflies, a literary study of Eric Carle's \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, or as a fun summer craft, your kiddos are sure to have a great time with this project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-845-art-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite art paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2594-foam-brush-classpack.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSkinny foam roller brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e caterpillar template\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 in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eElmer's® school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, have your kiddos prepare the background, using the skinny foam roller brushes and the colorful craft paint to place parallel diagonal lines across the white art paper {this is a \u003cem\u003efantastic\u003c\/em\u003e way to learn new vocabulary!}. Set the background prints aside to dry, inviting your students to use the caterpillar template to trace and cutout a caterpillar cutout from construction paper. Using scissors and construction paper that has been pre-cut lengthwise into 4-inch wide strips, have your students snip strips of various colors to glue onto their cutout. This process is great for building hand strength and fine motor skills, it also provides a great opportunity to discuss the art of patterning with your kiddos! Add construction paper antennae and legs, then glue the chameleon caterpillar onto the dry background and watch it 'disappear'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: For a more chameleon-like effect, have your students trace the caterpillar shape onto white construction paper!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734117064729,"sku":"A2332","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chameleon-Caterpillar-1.jpg?v=1522781772"},{"product_id":"gone-fishin-fishy-activities-for-preschool-a3796","title":"Gone Fishin' - Fishy Activities for Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1030\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fishing-rod-painting.jpg\" alt=\"Pond or Ocean Kids Craft Preschool Lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: strongstart.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe loved these 'fishy' activities from Maureen at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/strongstart.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/gone-fishing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStrongStart\u003c\/a\u003e and had to share! They'd go 'swimmingly' with a summer pond or ocean unit...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting with Fishing Poles\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured at right}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat a fantastic way to improve both fine and gross motor skills - and, of course, explore a \u003cem\u003eunique\u003c\/em\u003e method of painting. Suit up your kiddos in art smocks, tie a rubber or plastic ocean creature to the string of a fishing pole, and get ready for some slippery, swishy painting! [NOTE: Consider shortening the string on the 'painting poles' so little arms don't get so tired holding the fishing rod above their heads\/your students have more control, or have them stand to create.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMini Magnet Fishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaureen used scraps of colorful bulletin board borders to create mini fishing ponds filled with fun {magnetic} sea creatures. Have your kiddos fish for pure enjoyment {and to hone fine\/gross motor skills} or include a literacy or math component for continued learning. For example...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice Spelling Sight Words. Create letter labels from round white stickers, placing one onto each sea creature, then set out a stack of sight word cards. Invite your kiddos to 'fish for sight words' by choosing a sight word card, then checking the letters on their 'catch', either placing it next to the letter on the card if it matches or tossing it back if it doesn't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice Matching Upper \u0026amp; Lower Case Letters. Script upper case letters onto round white labels, placing them on the sea creatures. Provide students with lower case letter cards and have them match each of their 'catches' to the appropriate card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting Practice. Script numbers onto round white labels, sticking them to the sea creatures. Provide your kiddos with dotted counting cards, inviting them to match the numerals to the card with the correct number of dots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice Simple Addition. Set out cards with simple addition {or subtraction} problems, placing a sea creature with the correct answer scripted onto a round white dot into the pond\/ocean. 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If you're looking to create a fun ocean unit or just introduce a bit of \"summer\" to the classroom with ocean themed activities, be sure to check out the full post - there's a little something for everyone! Here are two of our favorite exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1025\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sea-shell-matching.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Ocean Animal Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theadventuresofbear.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea Shell Matching.\u003c\/strong\u003e What we love about this activity is that it is not what you would consider a 'traditional' matching game {i.e. students find and group two of the same type of sea shell}. To add a bit of a challenge, sea shells were traced onto white index cards, with the index cards set out alongside the actual shells. Students were invited to use their visual discrimination skills to match each shell to it's outline. [Extension: Create sea shell silhouettes to add a third matching component.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1024 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-Ocean-Animals-Counting-Book.jpg\" alt=\"Ocean Counting and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample Book\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOcean Animals Counting Book.\u003c\/strong\u003e While the original exercise was in french, it can be adapted to fit any language. We love the idea of an ocean counting book where students can practice identifying number sight words, recognizing new vocabulary words, and counting skills. Simply purchase several sets of ocean themed stickers {or create your own using clip art found online or through your word processing software} and create a small 'interactive emergent reader' like the example above or the booklet at The Adventures of Bear. Then have your kiddos use the sticker animals\/characters to complete each page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734118440985,"sku":"A3795","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/sea-shell-matching.jpg?v=1522781781"},{"product_id":"busy-bag-activities-mini-number-amp-letter-books-a3798","title":"\"Busy Bag\" Activities: Mini Number \u0026amp; Letter Books","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1044\" alt=\"Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/counting-book.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thecraftyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{\"Busy Bags\" are great to use as a transition between activities, before morning meeting, when a student finishes the lesson early, etc. We found several fantastic ideas over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thecraftyclassroom.com\/BusyBags.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Crafty Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e and had to pass them on a few of our favorites!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Counting Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your preschoolers to practice their numeral recognition and counting skills by making a simple sticker counting book. Set out homemade construction paper booklets along with foam numbers or download our colorful printable number booklet {either the or ; booklet pictured below}, provide students with a sheet of stickers, and invite them to fill the pages with the appropriate number of stickers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1045\" alt=\"Math Counting Interactive Emergent Reader Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-Counting-Book.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Alphabet Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to the activity above, invite your kiddos to practice letter recognition and beginning letter sounds by making an alphabet book. Once again, construction paper booklets and foam letters will certainly work, but we've created a free printable booklet to download as well {a and ; both pictured below}. Armed with the booklet, have your students think of an object that starts with each letter and draw it in the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1049\" alt=\"Alphabet Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/alphabet-book.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: The cut \u0026amp; paste alphabet book printable comes with both upper and lower case letters for varied practice.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to check out these and other great \"Busy Bag\" activities from The Crafty Classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734118866969,"sku":"A3798","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/counting-book.jpg?v=1522781783"},{"product_id":"ocean-amp-beach-themed-activities-a3803","title":"Ocean \u0026amp; Beach Themed Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1082\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSCF6032.jpg\" alt=\"Sensory Ocean Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: shiningourlights.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ran across the Stephanie's \"Ocean \u0026amp; Beach Unit\" at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shiningourlights.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/ocean-beach-theme-reading-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShining Our Lights\u003c\/a\u003e and thought she and her little ones were off to a great start with a combination of fun hands on activities, reading exercises, and printables from Ana at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ingles360.net\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eIngles 360\u003c\/a\u003e. As always, here's a sneak peek at our favorite exercises...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell Hunt \u0026amp; Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't live near the beach, this activity is still very possible to complete in the indoor\/outdoor classroom. Simply fill your sensory table with sand, tucking different types of shells {purchased at your local craft store} throughout, and, \"excavation tools\" in hand, invite your kiddos to fill a bucket full. It might be fun to make it a 'scavenger hunt', providing students with a checklist that features each of the different \u003cem\u003etypes\u003c\/em\u003e of shells they should find {of course, checking them off the list as they unearth them}. At the conclusion of the hunt, invite your preschoolers to wash the sand off their shells in a tub of warm soapy water. This always provides a fun sensory experience!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeashell Prints\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with their newly washed seashells and a can of play dough in their favorite color, invite students to roll it out, gently press the shells into the pliable dough, then remove them to reveal each shell's unique imprint. For a messy shell printing exercise, you might also consider \u003cem\u003epainting\u003c\/em\u003e with shells. Dipping them in craft paint and rolling\/pressing them to art paper to reveal their different textures and lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiterature Links \u0026amp; Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the fun printables Stephanie found at Ingles 360, consider including similar activities to enhance the selections on your ocean and beach themed literature list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLiterature\/Reading Journal Pages.\u003c\/em\u003e Invite your students to pen simple answers to various prompts - \"My favorite character is...\", \"Some new words I learned: ___\", etc. - as well as draw their favorite scene from the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTask Cards.\u003c\/em\u003e Create unique tasks to go along with each story. For instance, have your preschoolers write a post card from the place where the story takes place, describe a birthday gift they would give to their favorite character in the story, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Shining Our Lights for lots of other great ocean and beach themed exercises!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119325721,"sku":"A3803","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DSCF6032.jpg?v=1522781786"},{"product_id":"using-magazine-inserts-for-printing-practice-a3804","title":"Using Magazine Inserts for Printing Practice","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1086\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/katherine-marie-copyright-2011-778.jpg\" alt=\"Printing and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know those pesky advertisements\/inserts that marketing \"gurus\" have suggested be stuck between \u003cdel\u003ewhat feels like\u003c\/del\u003e \u003cem\u003eevery\u003c\/em\u003e page of your favorite magazines? Rather than continue to be annoyed by their presence {and the fact that you can't read an article without one falling at your feet}, use them to create something extra special for your preschoolers! Katherine of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/9197\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e recently posted this \u003cem\u003ebrilliant\u003c\/em\u003e solution - use them to make booklets that your preschoolers can use to practice printing their name, address, etc!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd some fancy paper, a binder ring or ribbon, maybe even a cutesy little title tag like Katherine's, and you're in business! [NOTE: You might also want to include an \"address book\" - complete with name and pertinent data - that your kiddos can look at and copy their information from!] If this is for your classroom {or even home!}, consider laminating the pages to create reusable booklets that can be set out with dry erase markers and a slightly damp paper towel. While you're certain to have inserts to spare, limited classroom\/writing center space may call for a classroom booklet in lieu of personal address books!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Katherine Marie Photography for this and other fantastic early childhood activities for the home and classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119587865,"sku":"A3804","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/katherine-marie-copyright-2011-778.jpg?v=1522781788"},{"product_id":"literacy-center-activities-sight-word-sundaes-a2985","title":"Sight Word Sundaes: Fun Literacy Activities for Preschoolers \u0026 Kindergartners (Includes FREE Templates!)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun way to review sight words this summer? Try having your kinders construct sight word \"ice cream\" sundaes! The activity is super simple to put together and will definitely compliment your summer themed literacy centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1010\" alt=\"Sight Word Literacy Center Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Sundae-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe used a template {available for download below}, along with construction paper in various \"ice cream\" colors {i.e. pink, tan, white, brown, mint green, etc} and word processing software, to create sundae bowls labeled with focus sight words, as well as scoops of ice cream displaying the individual letters found in the chosen sight words {along with a few \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e found in the various words to make the exercise more challenging}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1011\" alt=\"Sight Word Literacy Center Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sight-Word-Sundae-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with the bowl and scoop cutouts, invite your kinders to \"build\" the selected sight words {and a colorful \"ice cream\" sundae!} by matching the mixed up letter scoops to the words on the bowls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734119850009,"sku":"A2985","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sight-Word-Sundae-1.jpg?v=1522781789"},{"product_id":"ice-cream-funky-font-letter-sort-a3808","title":"Ice Cream Funky Font Letter Sort!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-0_1024x1024.jpg?v=1522781791\" alt=\"Ice Cream Funky Font Letter Sort!\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSounds like a mouth-full, right?! 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Simply provide students with sheets of paper to tape together, a long strip of bulletin board paper, or a piece of poster board along with some letter tiles to paste along the bottom and let the fun begin! Using their knowledge of the alphabet and beginning letter sounds, your kiddos will have a blast searching throughout the classroom {or a prepared bin of objects} to find an item that starts with each letter on their chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1124\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ABC-Chart-2.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eLeft to right: magnet, noodles, oatmeal, pen, quarter, ruler, straw, toothpick.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Considerations...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students script the letters at the bottom of the page instead of providing letter tiles. 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We stumbled across this great idea from Jen at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/paintcutpaste.com\/painting-al-fresco\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaint cut paste \u003c\/a\u003eand thought we'd pass it along! Next time you need to restock, consider using your students' fabulous artwork to create homemade cards...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply set out pieces of card stock {white or in various colors} that can be cut and folded into greeting cards, along with stencils, special scrapbook scissors, shaped paper punches, etc. and a selection of your students' artwork. Invite your kiddos to use the fun stencils, scissors, and punches to decorate greeting cards with their colorful creations. Encourage them to explore different shapes, layering effects, etc. as they design fancy paper for their prose. 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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. Invite them to determine which color they had the \u003cem\u003emost\u003c\/em\u003e of, which color they had the \u003cem\u003eleast\u003c\/em\u003e of, if there were any colors with equal amounts, etc. Ask them to create word problems using their results...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had \u003cem\u003emore than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had \u003cem\u003eless than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had _____ \u003cem\u003emore than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column\" [Have them actually count the difference - \"The \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ered\u003c\/span\u003e column had \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e more than the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eblue\u003c\/span\u003e column\", etc.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just one of the fun exercises Lindsy shares at her blog, be sure to visit to find out the details for a fun M\u0026amp;M craft, literacy activity, and cooking exercise!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734122012697,"sku":"A3813","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MM-Graphing-Activity.jpg?v=1522781802"},{"product_id":"silly-sentences-listening-game-a3815","title":"Silly Sentences Listening Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1158 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3133347219_37b8cccdc3_o.jpg\" alt=\"Listening Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.flickr.com\/photos\/ky_olsen\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a great transition or end of the day activity from Nicole at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/activitymom.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/listen-for-silly-sentence.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Activity Mom\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your kiddos giggling as they hone their listening skills. Simply make up a \u003cem\u003esilly sentence\u003c\/em\u003e, one that's mixed up in some way, and invite your kiddos to listen and tell you what is silly about it. Consider tailoring the sentences to something you're learning. For instance, to go along with your summer insect\/bug unit, you might create sentences similar to the following...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eLadybugs\u003c\/span\u003e spin webs to catch their food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/span\u003e make a cocoon called a chrysalis and are transformed into \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003ecaterpillars\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnts have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eeight legs\u003c\/span\u003e and can run very fast!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou can also just play for fun, of course! Nicole has some silly sentence examples to get you started, so be sure to head on over to The Activity Mom for some inspiration!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734122438681,"sku":"A3815","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3133347219_37b8cccdc3_o.jpg?v=1522781805"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Math-Station-Freebies-Number-Flash-Cards-Matching-Game.jpg?v=1530027866","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/preschool-literacy-lesson-plans\/topic-oceans.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}