{"title":"Preschool Measuring Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"teaching-math-to-preschoolers-a1907","title":"Teaching Math To Preschoolers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is a natural progression to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-67-mathematics.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emathematics\u003c\/a\u003e. Before attempting calculus, you must have mastered trigonometry, and before attempting trigonometry, you must have mastered \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-421-algebra.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealgebra\u003c\/a\u003e, etc. While you may not have thought of it this way, math skills learned in preschool and kindergarten lay the foundation for every math class taken in a student's scholastic career.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nShirley, stay-at-home mom and homeschooler, has developed at successful mathematics program for your preschoolers that highlights the foundational skills needed to succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounting\u003c\/strong\u003e - A great introduction to numbers includes learning to recite them in \u003cem\u003eorder\u003c\/em\u003e. This can be accomplished through interactive learning toys, counting songs, and other rhymes. Just like with the ABCs, while a child can repeat numbers from memory, true understanding of what these numbers represent is not necessarily achieved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e - Making connections between a number and its picture\/shape is an important part of the learning process. Drawing attention to numbers encountered throughout the day (i.e. page numbers, calendar dates, etc.) and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4099-blank-flash-cards-assorted-colors-1000-cards-2-x-3.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eflash cards\u003c\/a\u003e are great ways to teach students what a number looks like and reinforce \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-196-number-concepts.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003enumber recognition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther important foundational concepts for your preschool and kindergarten classrooms include: writing numbers, conservation of number, sorting, measurement, and estimating. Be sure to read the rest of Shirley's article at her site for more great activities and teaching tips!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\/early-math-skills.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEarly Math Skills\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076858393,"sku":"A1907","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"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":"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":"measuring-amp-volume-a3747","title":"Measuring \u0026amp; Volume","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-591 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IPhone-Pictures-Eaton-25-months-553.jpg\" alt=\"preschool measurement volume lesson plan activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's never too early to introduce your preschoolers to the basics of measuring, specifically volume. It certainly doesn't need to be a long, involved, overly fact-based lesson {and shouldn't be for that matter!}, rather your students will learn more by doing and by observing. Try this simple exercise from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/first-lesson-of-measurement-volume.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEarly Learning with Marta and Eaton\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince this exercise requires the pouring of liquids as well as other materials {by unsteady preschool hands}, use the sand and water table as the focal location for the lesson. Begin by posting simple measurement flash cards around the area. These are simple enough to make using word processing software or even a marker and construction paper, but you might also try finding printables {free or otherwise} online like Marta did. Let your students get acquainted with these cards for a few days, discussing the pictures during free play at the station and answering any questions they might bring up. Follow the cards with a practical application exercise.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind several clear plastic tumblers and use these to create homemade measuring tools by marking the sides with permanent marker to recreate the measurements on the flash cards (i.e. one quarter full, half full, etc.). Have students practice measuring to these lines, matching their tumblers to the cards when finished, and repeating the measurement. Along with the tumblers, consider providing several substances for measuring - colored water and pitchers, dried materials (i.e. beans, noodles, beads, buttons, craft pom pons, etc.) and scoops, or even jello cubes, cooked pasta, and other unique {super sensory!} materials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Marta's full post at Early Learning with Marta and Eaton for more pictures and ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104416281,"sku":"A3747","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/IPhone-Pictures-Eaton-25-months-553.jpg?v=1522781697"},{"product_id":"a-yummy-hands-on-measuring-lesson-a3748","title":"A YUMMY Hands-On Measuring Lesson!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn our experience, preschoolers just \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e being given the opportunity to do things for themselves {especially if the task is viewed as a \"grown-up\" activity}. This hands-on lesson provides an awesome opportunity for your students to explore the concept of measuring and sequencing, while also making a fun and refreshing treat \"on their own\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Smoothie Measuring Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, find a simple fruit smoothie recipe like the one below and gather the ingredients (preparing the fruit so that it's ready to use).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBanana-Berry Smoothie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - 1\/4 cups orange juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - 1\/4 cups frozen mixed berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup sliced ripe banana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 cup vanilla fat-free yogurt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/3 cup nonfat dry milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Tbsp sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e*\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/find.myrecipes.com\/recipes\/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe\u0026amp;recipe_id=10000000521600\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCooking Light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, October 2001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: You'll want to thaw the berries enough so that they're not clumped together and students can measure them properly, but remain frozen enough to add the right texture to the smoothie.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the smoothie recipe makes three servings, divide your students into groups of three. Invite one group at a time to come to the \"cooking station\", providing the group with a plastic cup and marker to label with their names. Have students take turns measuring out the different ingredients, placing them in the plastic cup. Once each group has had a chance to complete the hands-on activity, blend the smoothie mixtures while the students complete a write-up of the exercise at their desk (i.e. the ingredients measured, tools used, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling \u0026amp; Discussing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith smoothies in hand, discuss with your students the measuring process. Ask them to think about what the smoothie would have tasted like if an ingredient had been left out or even 'mismeasured'. Explain to your students that in many cases - cooking, construction, and engineering, to name a few - accuracy is important for a successful outcome. Discuss with your students how they can make sure their measurements are accurate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the proper tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck and double-check your work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf following a recipe or a series of steps, place a check mark beside each ingredient\/step as you go along to ensure that each is completed (and in the right order!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsiderations:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite a parent or student aid to help facilitate the activity and quiet time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck to make sure the activity will not interfere\/induce student allergies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a guided activity write-up form for students to complete (see below).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-598\" alt=\"example measuring activity worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Yummy-Berry-Smoothie-Fun.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHowever your lesson comes together, your students are sure to have a blast with this hands-on exploration of measuring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734104580121,"sku":"A3748","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Yummy-Berry-Smoothie-Fun.jpg?v=1522781698"},{"product_id":"rainbows-for-st-pattys-day-a3751","title":"Rainbows for St. Patty's Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eJolanthe at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/preschool-corner-rainbows-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e has put together a fun lesson plan for St. Patrick's Day featuring rainbows and leprechauns! While you'll have to visit her site for the full details {printables, links, etc.} - here are a few of the highlights!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Science of Color Mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-632 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-4.jpg\" alt=\"science rainbow color mixing st. patrick's day preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up six {clear} containers in a circle. Fill alternating containers {three in total} three-quarters full with water. [NOTE: It might to fun to add in a lesson on measuring, labeling each container like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/first-lesson-of-measurement-volume.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eones below\u003c\/a\u003e and inviting your students to 'be precise' when mixing.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-633 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IPhone-Pictures-Eaton-25-months-548.jpg\" alt=\"clear containers marked for measuring and volume preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: earlylearning-eaton.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd red, yellow, and blue food coloring or liquid watercolor paints to the water in the cup, one color for each prepared container. Then have fun mixing neighboring colors, pouring one-fourth of the colored liquid from each cup into the empty container. At they end, you'll have all six colors of the rainbow and each cup will be half full of liquid.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-634 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-6.jpg\" alt=\"rainbow size sequencing preschool printable lesson\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Size Sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the printable from Erica at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/prek-letter-r.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e {Jolanthe provides a link to the worksheet in her resource list}, have your students practice size discrimination and sequencing by ordering the rainbow cutouts from largest to smallest, then from smallest to largest, and discussing vocabulary such as...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, smaller, smallest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig, bigger, biggest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller than\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBigger than\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Fun Activities...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll a rainbow game from Erica at Confessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll a leprechaun game from Jessica at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jmeacham.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Meacham's Classroom Snapshots\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreasure hunt sensory bin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM\u0026amp;M rainbow sorting mat from Jo at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Jolanthe's site for more great links, lessons, printables, and resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105464857,"sku":"A3751","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rainbow-4.jpg?v=1522781703"},{"product_id":"who-has-seen-the-wind-exploring-weather-a3753","title":"\"Who Has Seen the Wind?\" - Exploring Weather","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5183271840.jpg\" alt=\"The windmill\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2010 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Tambako The Jaguar\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/8070463@N03\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTambako The Jaguar\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'The windmill'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/8070463@N03\/5183271840\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need more wind inspiration for your weather unit, we found another great lesson plan at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschoolscience.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Discovery\u003c\/a\u003e where your preschoolers can explore more vocabulary, uses, and practical applications for wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWind Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your students have no doubt witnessed, wind can make other things move. Explain that, in some cases, we can harness the wind's energy for our own use. Have students brainstorm objects that have been specifically designed to make use of wind energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome forms of transportation use wind including sailboats, hot air balloons, etc. Provide your students with the necessary materials to make a sailboat {Science Discovery suggests Styrofoam, toothpicks, and paper, but there are certainly other ways as well}. Have students take turns placing their boats into the sensory tub or other prepared containers and blowing them across the water. You might consider creating 'lanes' by stringing corks together and having races!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindmills harness the wind's energy to create electricity. Show your students pictures of wind farms and describe for them just how big a wind turbine is {in terms they can understand like \"It's as tall as \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eX\u003c\/span\u003e school buildings, etc.\"}. Also, to remind them how important electricity is in our daily lives, have students describe their morning routine. After several students have had the chance to share, go back through and describe where electricity was used in each step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWind Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWind strength can vary from nearly nonexistent to hurricane force. Introduce and describe weather terms relating to wind strength: breeze, gust, hurricane, tornado, etc. Have your students explore how wind speed affects various objects in the classroom {a balloon, a tissue, a wooden block, etc}, placing them in front of a fan or hair dryer and measuring how far they move at different speed settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Windy Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind Painting. Place a blob of paint in the center of a piece of craft paper, arm your students with a drinking straw, and invite them to blow the paint across the paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePretend Play. Turn on a fan, provide your students with streamers in various shades of blue, and have them pretend to be the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeather Play. Provide each of your students with a craft feather, inviting them see how long they can keep it in the air by blowing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other great ideas, be sure to visit Science Discovery for the full lesson plan!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105759769,"sku":"A3753","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5183271840.jpg?v=1522781705"},{"product_id":"earth-day-math-ideas-a3769","title":"Earth Day Math Ideas","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-735  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/globe.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day preschool math activities\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.googolpower.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some fun math ideas to use in your Earth Day celebration on April 22nd, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.googolpower.com\/content\/free-learning-resources\/seasonal-math\/earth-day\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGoogol\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic math resource for educators, offers some great activities that will get your kiddos outdoors and excited about learning! You'll have to visit the full post for an entire list, but here are a few of the highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo on a nature hunt for geometric shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect sticks {or other natural elements} using them to create various geometric shapes for study and comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to collect natural math manipulatives {rocks, seeds, nuts, etc.} - use these to practice counting, patterning, sorting, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for natural objects that are symmetrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the length of natural objects using standard and non-standard units of measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect and measure rainfall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list could go on and on! 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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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There are \u003cem\u003etons\u003c\/em\u003e of fabulous lesson ideas for you to check out!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734124437529,"sku":"A3819","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5616138366_e12ab8b7c9.jpg?v=1522781812"},{"product_id":"fall-sensory-play-cooking-nature-a3832","title":"Fall Sensory Play - Cooking + Nature","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1279\" title=\"cooking-with-nature-fall-sensory\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cooking-with-nature-fall-sensory.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Sensory Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sunhatswellieboots.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this fall \"cooking with nature\" activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunhatswellieboots.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/harvest-sensory-play-cooking-with.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSun Hats \u0026amp; Wellie Boots\u003c\/a\u003e! It's a great way for your kiddos to explore texture and smell, while developing gross motor and measuring skills. Here's what you'll need...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn assortment of {fall inspired} natural elements - acorns, pine cones, colored leaves, nuts, fresh herbs, pumpkin seeds, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge mixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring cups and spoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge wooden spoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious small bowls for sorting, grinding, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious cookie sheets and baking pans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up a nature cooking station, inviting your kiddos to mix up some autumn concoctions! You might even set out an assortment of recipe books for your students to sift through as an extra \"pretend play\" element. 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Darla and Tracy have some great suggestions on how to discuss with\/demonstrate for your students what a 'reasonable' guess might be. After each child has had a chance to guess, get to measuring! Count and record how many measuring items were needed on the provided recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous way to develop early math skills. Be sure to head on over to The Preschool Toolbox for the activity worksheets and, while you're there, browse around for lots of other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134399001,"sku":"A3865","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Estimation.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"seuss-tastic-counting-measuring-shapes-more-a3892","title":"Seuss-tastic Counting, Measuring, Shapes, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1641\" title=\"Seuss-Shapes\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seuss-Shapes.jpg\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Read Across America Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Seuss' birthday\/Read Across America is one of my {Kayla} favorite holidays! There are SO many fun things you can do to infuse your lesson plans with a bit of 'Seuss'. Check out this awesome collection of activities from Rebecca over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theprincessandthetot.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/dr-seuss-week-1.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Princess and the Tot\u003c\/a\u003e! She offers tons of great ideas - you'll have to visit her blog for the full details, but in the meantime, here's a look at our favorite activities! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat in the Hat Measuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cat in the Hat inspired math center - put together with a ruler, some paper strips, and white\/red Duplos or Legos - is a fabulous way for your kiddos to practice using a ruler as well as introduce them to measuring with non-standard units. Provide students with strips of blue paper (of different lengths), inviting them to measure the paper with a ruler first, and then with the blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuggestions...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the strips of paper to whole numbers {i.e. 1-inch, 3-inches, 4-inches, 7-inches, 10-inches, 12-inches}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel the strips - A through F - so students can properly record measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a recording sheet {see example below}, inviting them to script the each measurement for some extra printing practice!\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1638 \" title=\"Dr-Seuss-Cat-Measuring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr-Seuss-Cat-Measuring.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Math Measuring Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample recording sheet\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham Shapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured above}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this shape recognition activity inspired by Green Eggs \u0026amp; Ham! Rebecca drew egg whites onto a piece of paper and added a different shaped 'yolk' to each. Armed with green wooden shapes, her kiddos matched the wooden pieces to the egg with the same shaped yolk. If you don't have wooden shapes, consider creating the entire activity from craft foam. Your kiddos will love working with the manipulatives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the awesome Seuss-inspired activities over at The Princess and the Tot so be sure to head over to Rebecca's blog for the rest!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140395545,"sku":"A3892","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seuss-Shapes.jpg?v=1522781908"},{"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":"all-about-me-graphing-letters-measuring-more-a3964","title":"All About Me - Graphing, Letters, Measuring, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2298\" title=\"Eye-Color-Graphing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eye-Color-Graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and All About Me Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: preschoolsuperstars.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of the school year is a great time to incorporate an \"All About Me\" unit into your lesson plans. It's a great ice breaker, helps your students get to know each other, and helps you learn a little more about your students! Jessica over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolsuperstars.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/all-about-me-and-apples.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Superstars\u003c\/a\u003e offers lots of great activity ideas to include in your unit - from graphing to alphabet practice your kiddos will be kept occupied! Here's a sneak peek at the activities, however you'll have to visit the full post for the details!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What Color Are Your Eyes?\" (graphing, scissor skills, collecting\/analyzing data)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I Have...\" (writing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How Tall Are We?\" (measuring, ordering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"My House\" glyph (counting, color recognition, following directions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What Letters Are In Your Name?\" (letter recognition, spelling, sorting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to Preschool Superstars for all of the these great 'get-to-know-you' activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153895961,"sku":"A3964","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Eye-Color-Graphing.jpg?v=1522781990"},{"product_id":"show-me-the-money-a4041","title":"Show Me The Money!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fact that United States monies, both bills and coins, are adorned with the faces of the most influential presidents of our country's history, makes money a natural addition to your President's Day lessons! We've been scouring the blogsphere and found some fun activities you might try with your kiddos...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2812\" alt=\"President's Day and Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Sort.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crisscrossapplesaucelearning.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWashington and Lincoln Coin Sort from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crisscrossapplesaucelearning.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/happy-presidents-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCriss-Cross Applesauce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2813\" alt=\"President's Day Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Money-Chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sharingkindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePenny and Nickel Compare\/Contrast {with FREE printables!} from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sharingkindergarten.com\/2012\/12\/money-money-money-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharing Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2814\" alt=\"President's Day Money and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Penny-Measuring.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMeasuring Lincoln's Top Hat {with Pennies!} from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/god-bless-america.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2815\" alt=\"President's Day Money and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Tally.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHeads or Tails Math Activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/PresidentsDay.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2816\" alt=\"President's Day Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Hunt.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teachmama.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCoin Polishing and Penny Hunt from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.com\/2010\/02\/presidents-day-coin-polishing.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Mama\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2817\" alt=\"President's Day Science and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Science-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: hummingbirded.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMoney Observation Station from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hummingbirded.com\/presidents.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Drake's Room\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2818\" alt=\"President's Day Craft for Kids and Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Mount-Rushmore-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thecraftyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMount Rushmore Coin Craftivity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thecraftyclassroom.com\/ThemePatrioticCrafts.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Crafty Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2819\" alt=\"President's Day Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Penny-Experiment.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePenny Experiment from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/america-part-2-and-spelling-chunks.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to follow the links to these great activity posts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734176473113,"sku":"A4041","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Sort.jpg?v=1522782128"},{"product_id":"the-foot-book-a4042","title":"The Foot Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foot Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a Seuss classic and a great book to include in your Read Across America\/Seuss birthday lessons! We found several great activities, games, and worksheets around the blogosphere that would make Seuss-tastic additions to your plans...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2828\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Printable-Unit.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foot Book Printable Unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We found this great printable unit over at Homeschool Share! With math, science, and language arts applications, as well as 3 printable activities, we know you'll find something for your kiddos to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2829 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Math Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Worksheets.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: storytime-storytime.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeet Matching \u0026amp; Patterning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Clemencia over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/storytime-storytime.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-foot-book-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStorytime and More\u003c\/a\u003e featured these great Seuss-themed math worksheets and provides a FREE download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2830\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Adjectives.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: buggyforsecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjectives: Describing Feet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. This Seuss-tabular FREE worksheet comes from Kelley over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/buggyforsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/seusstabular-freebie-lunch-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBuggy for Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! Work as a class to create a list of describing words for feet {we're envisioning an adorable foot shaped anchor chart!}, then have them select their favorites to record on Kelley's adorable graphic organizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2831 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Matching Game Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Matching.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: raisingcreativeandcuriouskids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Feet Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We found this fun file folder game - including the link to the FREE printables - over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/raisingcreativeandcuriouskids.blogspot.com\/2012\/08\/the-foot-book-and-activity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative and Curious Kids\u003c\/a\u003e. Jen and her kiddos build visual discrimination and observation skills as they attempted to match the feet cards to the correct animal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2832\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Math Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Measuring.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring with Feet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Amber over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-unit.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e created these FREE math worksheets to help her kiddos practice measuring with non-standard units - feet! We love that students record their answers by coloring in the appropriate number of feet on the worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2833\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Antonyms.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: missdelk.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking with Opposites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Introduce your students to the world of opposites with this cute activity created by Miss. Delk over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/missdelk.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/dr-seuss-fun-week-later.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Miss Elizabeth\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2834\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Sorting Activity and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Sorting.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: becausetheylovetolearn.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft and Right Foot Sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Students are sure to have fun as they build visual discrimination skills, sorting the picture cards into the appropriate column - left foot or right foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2835 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Gross-Motor-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: readingconfetti.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Motor Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: The Foot Hop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Help your students get their wiggles out and develop gross motor skills with this fun game created by Lorie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.readingconfetti.com\/2011\/08\/foot-book-movement-activity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eReading Confetti\u003c\/a\u003e! Simply place colorful construction paper foot cutouts around the floor and invite your kiddos to jump from foot to foot, trying not to touch the space in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2836  \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: meetthedubiens.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutesy Foot Craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Spice up craft time with this fun foot craft from Jill over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.meetthedubiens.com\/2011\/03\/footprints-for-dr-seuss-foot-book.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMeet the Dubiens\u003c\/a\u003e. Your kiddos will love getting to paint with their feet and the finished product is sure to become an instant keepsake when sent home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope these lesson ideas and activities are helpful as you plan your Seuss unit!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734176702489,"sku":"A4042","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Foot-Book-Printable-Unit.jpg?v=1522782129"},{"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. 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This Thanksgiving turkey non-standard measuring activity would make the perfect addition to your plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThemed for Thanksgiving, one of the things we love about this activity is that it takes little time to set-up. Simply create or purchase turkey cutouts, laminating and numbering each of the accents before sticking them (in numerical order!), one on top of the other, to the classroom wall. [You'll end up with a vertical line of turkeys; the turkey accent labeled with the number one touching the floor and the largest number at the top. The amount of accents needed depends upon their individual size. Since your students will be measuring themselves, you'll want to make sure that the line of accents is taller than your tallest kiddo, whether that requires ten turkeys or fifteen, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, have students work in pairs. 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We love, love, love her penguin unit and, while you're likely working on Christmas things through the rest of December, thought it might just provide some inspiration for January!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 12 total activities, we're certain you'll find something new or, if not brand new, we hope you'll find a fun way to infuse new life into your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e penguin unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHands On Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePretend to be penguins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your kiddos huddle together like penguins to stay warm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenguin comparisons.\u003c\/strong\u003e Julie created cutouts of seven different types of penguins including the fairy penguin (the smallest species) and the emperor penguin (the largest species), then she and her kiddos had a blast comparing themselves to the penguin cutouts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePenguin Math\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-standard measuring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students measured penguin shapes with fish cutouts recording \u003cem\u003ehow many fish tall\u003c\/em\u003e each shape was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFish counting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students counted the number of fish cutouts 'in the belly' of each penguin shape and recorded their answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenguin 10 frames.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students identified the number on each penguin shape and showed the number with 10 frames. Bonus, they got to use q-tips and paint!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdd and even.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a class, students practiced with odd and even numbers. With two large penguin cutouts and colorful fish cutouts, students were given a specific number of fish and charged with dividing the fish equally between the two penguin cutouts. Of course, an even number of fish cutouts resulted in an even split, and an odd number did not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePenguin Literacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle sounds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students first identified the picture on each of the penguin shapes, then identified (and stamped) the vowel sound heard in the middle of each picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoll-a-word.\u003c\/strong\u003e Armed with three letter dice (CVC), students rolled the dice, determined if the word displayed was real or nonsense, and recorded their roll in the appropriate category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend sorting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students sorted fish cutouts, each displaying a different picture, into the proper blend pile!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShared reading.\u003c\/strong\u003e Practicing sight\/color words, students practiced reading the simple penguin poem; \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eI see a yellow penguin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eI see a white penguin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e...Etcetera!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Organization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Penguin-Unit-12-Brrrilliant-Activities-Collage4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFact books and K-W-Ls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Of course, no unit is complete without a record of your kiddos' learning! Julie and her kiddos made a K-W-L chart (not pictured) as well as these fun penguin shaped fact books to keep and share with family members!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't these activities fabulous?! 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