{"title":"Preschool Making Predictions Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"jack-o-lantern-math-a3710","title":"Jack-O’-Lantern Math","description":"\u003cp\u003ePumpkins offer many wonderful hands-on math and science lessons for fall. Here are some great ideas to use in the weeks leading up to Halloween!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasuring \u0026amp; Prediction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresent students with several pumpkins of different sizes - one small, one medium, and one large. Have them predict which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/greatest\u003c\/strong\u003e pumpkin seeds, which pumpkin weighs the \u003cstrong\u003eleast\/most\u003c\/strong\u003e, and which pumpkin has the \u003cstrong\u003esmallest\/largest\u003c\/strong\u003e circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with ribbon \"tape measures\" and invite them to measure each pumpkin's circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with scales and invite them to measure the weight of each pumpkin. (NOTE: It might also be fun to hollow out each pumpkin and weigh the \"goop\" found inside!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCounting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign a pumpkin seed counting mat. Place in plastic document sleeves, inviting students to use a dry erase crayon to draw the correct number of pumpkin seeds called for, or have students match the appropriate number of actual pumpkin seeds to the counting mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg\" alt=\"orange pumpkin green vine number\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with pumpkin counting pages like these created by Elaine of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kinderplans.com\/p\/31\/preschool-kindergarten-halloween\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderPlans\u003c\/a\u003e where students can color in the appropriate number of pumpkins and practice tracing numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"black and white pumpkin coloring page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderPlans | Elaine Engerdahl\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin counting cards and have students practice placing them in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase ten small pie pumpkins, script a number on each (one through ten), and invite students to practice placing them in order. (NOTE: This is also a great gross motor skill activity!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePatterning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse food coloring or liquid watercolors to dye pumpkin seeds different colors. Have students practice simple patterning with these fun markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate small pumpkin cutouts from various colors of card stock or construction paper and have students practice creating and copying various simple patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkins are an amazing fruit to explore this Halloween season! Be sure to visit Elaine's full post at KinderPlans for more wonderful pumpkin patch theme ideas for language arts, crafts, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093013017,"sku":"A3710","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Seed-Counting-Mat.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"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":"diy-file-folder-guessing-game-a3783","title":"DIY - File Folder Guessing Game!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-957 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/what-is-it.jpg\" alt=\"Science Guessing Game Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: strongstart.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivate a thirst for learning, help your preschoolers learn how to ask the right questions, and teach your kiddos to be great observers and problem solvers with this fantastic guessing game from Maureen at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/strongstart.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/what-is-it-guessing-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStrongStart\u003c\/a\u003e! All you need are a few simple supplies from your office supply closet and your magazine rack, and you're set to go!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing file folders with magazine images glued inside and a small 'viewing window' on the outside {pictured above with directions at Maureen's full post}, students are given a sneak peek of each image and are invited to make an educated guess as to what the picture might be of. To encourage the scientific investigator in your curious kiddos, invite them to follow a simple procedure when attempting to deduce the answer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord observations. \u003cem\u003eWhat color is it? Does it appear to have a texture? Are there any 'unique' markings?\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake and record a preliminary guess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk questions! \u003cem\u003eIs the image of a living or nonliving thing? Is it an animal? Does it have any distinguishing characteristics? What is it used for? Where is it used? In what room {of the house} is it stored? Have them think of the traditional - who, what, where, when, how, and why - when coming up with questions to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking the new information into account, revise and record your new guess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf needed, ask for hints\/clues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a final, educated guess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour naturally inquisitive preschoolers are sure to respond to this fantastic exercise! Be sure to visit StrongStart for the full write-up!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734112903193,"sku":"A3783","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/what-is-it.jpg?v=1522781746"},{"product_id":"making-predictions-reading-comprehension-strategy-a3817","title":"Making Predictions - Reading Comprehension Strategy","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2610952582.jpg\" alt=\"'Samuel, the detective' photo (c) 2008, Linda Åslund - license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n        \u003ca title=\"license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/ - click to view more info about 'Samuel, the detective' or find free 'kid detective' pictures via Wylio\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wylio.com\/credits\/flickr\/2610952582\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving your kiddos make predictions during story time is a great way to strengthen and assess reading comprehension. Amy, creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.com\/2011\/08\/learning-during-read-alouds-making-predictions.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Mama\u003c\/a\u003e, and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.abcand123learning.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eABC and 123\u003c\/a\u003e, explains that students of any age can take part in this activity since,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Predicting, as a reading strategy, is actually just using pictures or text to make a guess about what will happen in piece of literature.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo how do you incorporate it during your classroom reading time? Have students make predictions \u003cem\u003ebefore\u003c\/em\u003e you read - inviting them to make conjectures as to the setting, characters, plot, etc. based solely on the title of the book, and again after introducing the cover\/cover art. Prediction doesn't have to stop once you start reading. Get students involved after reading key pages {i.e. there's a big twist in the plot, a new character is introduced, etc.} - asking them leading questions as they use what they've already learned as well as the illustrations to guess what will happen next, how the new character will fit in the story, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe like how Amy likens this reading strategy with 'detective work'. Your preschoolers are certain to stay engaged during reading time and improve comprehension skills as they become mini 'reading detectives'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Teach Mama for the full post - you don't want to miss it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734123814937,"sku":"A3817","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2610952582.jpg?v=1522781810"},{"product_id":"melting-snow-science-experiment-a3872","title":"Melting Snow Science Experiment","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1514 \" title=\"The-Snowman-Storybook\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Snowman-Storybook.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Reading, Science, and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\/?p=2342\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Preschool Tool Box\u003c\/a\u003e offers some fun winter center suggestions inspired by Raymond Briggs' classic children's book, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowman Storybook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - we especially love the science exploration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear plastic containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce cubes {or snowballs!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: You want the 'snow' samples to be close to the same size to make it an accurate comparison. The nice thing about using ice cubes is they're a bit more uniform than snowballs that have been handmade.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the snow samples in the clear plastic containers and set them in different places around the room - on the windowsill, by the heater, etc. Have your kiddos record the time each snow sample was set in place and predict which ice cube\/snowball will be the first to melt. Invite students to keep an eye on the samples, observing and recording the changes in their science journals {or on the handout provided at TPTB}. Analyze\/discuss the results - compute the time {in minutes} it took for the samples to melt and put it in terms your kiddos will understand, discuss the factors that caused the samples to melt at different speeds, etc. [NOTE: This exploration provides a great segue into introducing the states of matter or even telling time\/the passage of time.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBe sure to head on over to The Preschool Tool Box for this and several other great activity ideas inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowman Storybook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135840793,"sku":"A3872","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Snowman-Storybook.jpg?v=1522781880"},{"product_id":"outdoor-learning-international-mud-day-a3936","title":"Outdoor Learning - International MUD Day!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2150\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mud-Painting.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Math and Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: amomwithalessonplan.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that June 29th is International Mud Day?! Who would have thought! Apparently, \"International Mud Day is children and early childhood professionals all over the world celebrating nature, outdoors, and mess by getting really muddy\". [Seriously, I wish I would have known about this earlier ~ I feel like I've been missing out all these years! Sanctioned mud play?! AWESOME!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJillian over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amomwithalessonplan.com\/2011\/06\/27\/mud-painting\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Mom With A Lesson Plan\u003c\/a\u003e put together some super fun mud activities in honor of the occasion and we thought we'd pass them along, just in case! Along with mud painting and just plain playing in the mud, Jillian and her kiddos explore some 'dirt' themed literature, practiced measuring, observed various mud solutions, and had a ball of a time enjoying the outdoors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit A Mom With A Lesson Plan for the full lesson details and get your kiddos together {along with your 'brave hat' because playing in the mud is not for the faint-of-heart} for some fun - and learning - with nature!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149308441,"sku":"A3936","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mud-Painting.jpg?v=1522781962"},{"product_id":"columbus-day-off-to-the-races-a3993","title":"Columbus Day - Off To The Races!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2475\" title=\"PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races.jpg\" alt=\"Columbus Day Social Studies, Math, and Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrstsfirstgradeclass-jill.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter learning about Christopher Columbus' long voyage on the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, get your kiddos in on the fun with this awesome hands-on boat shape race activity from Jill over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrstsfirstgradeclass-jill.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/columbus-day-boat-races.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. T's First Grade Class\u003c\/a\u003e! Not only will your preschoolers get to create their own boat, they'll also review shapes and explore which shape is the 'fastest' along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShape Boats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow clever are these little boats?! A simple egg cup {separated from an egg carton} covered with aluminum foil, a drinking straw mast attached with play dough, and a construction paper shape sail – you'll be able to find most of the supplies in your kitchen or craft closet. Not to mention, construction is simple enough that your preschoolers will be able to craft the boat by themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also love the shape aspect. What a great way to incorporate other learning concepts! Before racing, students can hypothesize which shape they think will work the best, then test and tally the results. This is a great way to practice with graphing and other early math skills as well as discuss science concepts like aerodynamics, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity, and to see how set up the race, be sure to visit Mrs. T's First Grade Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161367065,"sku":"A3993","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/PLP-Columbus-Day-Boat-Races.jpg?v=1522782036"},{"product_id":"fall-science-investigating-pumpkins-a4006","title":"Fall Science - Investigating Pumpkins","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2547\" title=\"Pumpkins, Math Centers 047\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkins-Math-Centers-047.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegoodlife-lindsay.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous science exploration for the fall season, check out this pumpkin investigation lesson from Lindsay over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thegoodlife-lindsay.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/pumpkins-pumpkins-everywhere.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Good Life\u003c\/a\u003e. It's a great group activity and will have your kiddos making predictions, counting, and working with adjectives! Not only that, we love the sensory component and know your preschoolers will have a blast exploring both the outside and innards of the pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not necessary for the activity to work, we just love anchor charts and this one is super cute! It offers a great way to collect data and student observations\/predictions. Did you notice the bottom? Each student drew a picture of how they thought the pumpkin should be carved. Super fun, right?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson details, be sure to visit The Good Life! While this was originally created for the third grade classroom, we're sure you'll be able to tailor it to fit your kiddos needs!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734165266457,"sku":"A4006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkins-Math-Centers-047.jpg?v=1522782059"},{"product_id":"predict-measure-pour-spring-birdseed-math-sensory-tub-a4068","title":"Predict, Measure \u0026 Pour - Spring Birdseed Math Sensory Tub","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3069\" alt=\"Bird Themed Math Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Birdseed-Math-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: familylicious.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love how this sensory bin from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familylicious.com\/predict-measure-and-pour\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFamilylicious\u003c\/a\u003e, while certain to be attractive to and fun for your preschoolers, doubles as an opportunity to promote early math skills! Filled with birdseed, measuring cups, funnels, and empty containers of various sizes, invite your students to select a container and predict how many scoops of birdseed it will take to fill it up. As with any estimation activity, you might consider reviewing what it means to make an appropriate guess - i.e. when working with a 1\/2 cup measuring scoop and a mason jar, 10 scoops would be a reasonable guess, while 1 or 100 would be a wild\/impractical guess. You'll notice that as they continue moving from container to container, and get comfortable with their chosen measuring tool, their predictions will get better!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity write-up, be sure to visit Familylicious!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734184140825,"sku":"A4068","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Birdseed-Math-Sensory-Bin.jpg?v=1522782172"},{"product_id":"apples-galore-6-awesome-apple-themed-activities-a7207","title":"Apples Galore: 6 Awesome Apple Themed Activities!","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day is coming up and if you're looking for some great apple themed activities, check out these awesome ideas from Michelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/09\/apples-apples-and-more-apples.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Apple Labeling Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your little scientists will have a great time assembling this adorable construction paper apple and labeling all of the parts - stem, skin, flesh, and seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Tasting.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Apple Tasting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, yellow, and green - have your kiddos use their sense of taste to determine which color of apple is their favorite and graph the results! [Variation: You could also have your kiddos taste apples prepared in different ways - applesauce, apple cider, pie, etc. - for a similar activity.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Apple Printing.\u003c\/strong\u003e A super simple, yet fun crafting experience, have students try their hand at apple printing. Great for discussing cause and effect, experiment with the prints by cutting the apples in a variety of different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Apple Predictions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Another great activity for your little scientists, have them check out an apple and apple seeds and predict whether they'll sink or float! Record your students' predictions then experiment to see what happens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Writing-Craftivity.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Johnny Appleseed Writing Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Super cute, right!? Michelle found the adorable craft over a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.acupcakefortheteacher.com\/2012\/07\/johnny-appleseed-craftivities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e and tailored the writing prompt to provide her kiddos with sight word practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Apple Literacy Center.\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for letter recognition, ordering, and upper\/lower case recognition, have students work together to put the upper case apple letters in order, then finding the matching lower case apple letter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLots of great stuff, right!? 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