{"title":"Preschool November Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"top-5-autumn-sensory-bins-a3707","title":"Top 5 Autumn Sensory Bins","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour preschoolers learn and order the world around them through their senses. Creating unique sensory station experiences not only encourages your students to discover new information through their sense of touch, sight, and even smell, it offers the chance to strengthen fine motor skills as they manipulate objects and explore different textures. In addition to honing coordination, dexterity, and control, students also encounter important concepts like “big\/little”, “in\/out”, etc. while learning the accepted rules and etiquette of social interaction and play as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things fun and interesting this fall, here are our top sensory bin picks for autumn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarisa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/fall-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e captures the elegance of fall with this dynamic sensory bin. From the contrast of the red and black beans to the rich, contrasting textures of the fall pumpkins and gourds this sensory tub is all-around delightful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1_1_11-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin full of fall items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1 | Carisa\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMari-Ann, creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/september-sensory-tub-playdough-fall.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e, captures the very essence of fall (it's vibrant colors!) with this gorgeous sensory bin! From its base of acorns and pinecones to the dynamic selection of fall leaves and heavenly cinnamon sticks, this bin not only \u003cem\u003elooks\u003c\/em\u003e like fall, it \u003cem\u003esmells\u003c\/em\u003e like fall too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Counting-Coconuts-September-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin full of fall themed items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts | Mari-Ann\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful sensory tub from Michelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/delightfullearning.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/busy-little-squirrel.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDelightful Learning\u003c\/a\u003e was created to compliment Nancy Tafuri's \u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Busy Little Squirrel\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and all things fall! Created with a base of \"squirrel food\" (bird seed, corn, apples, acorns, and peanuts) and embellished with animals, fall fruits, and even autumn \"branches\", this sensory bin is a treat to explore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Delightful-Learning-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with squirrel and fall themed items\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Delightful Learning | Michelle\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllie from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/07\/fall-preview-apples-and-acorns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e captures the simplicity of fall with this apple and acorn sensory tub! Paired with some exciting tools and sorting containers, your preschoolers are sure to have a blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/No-Time-For-Flash-Cards-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with apples acorns and beans\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: No Time For Flash Cards | Allie\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensational autumn bin from Daisy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/twolittleseeds.blogspot.com\/2010\/09\/autumn-sensory-box.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTwo Little Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e provides a menagerie of \"autumnal delights\" to explore! Contrasting textures from needle felted acorns and knitted apples to plastic buttons, poky pinecones, and silky leaves offer fun stimuli for the eyes and hands while cinnamon sticks provide a treat for the nose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Two-Little-Seeds-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"bin filled with fall themed objects\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Two Little Seeds | Daisy\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick on the pictures to visit each blog and find out how to make your own autumn sensory bin! And, of course, be sure to browse around for other helpful early childhood posts while you're there!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092849177,"sku":"A3707","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1_1_11-Fall-Sensory-Tub.jpg?v=1522781627"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-life-cycle-game-a3711","title":"Pumpkin Life Cycle Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Board-e1288124847911.jpg\" alt=\"homemade game board with sun raindrop and soil object markers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHomemade Game Board\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a fun way to teach your preschoolers about the life cycle of a pumpkin? Try this simple homemade game! As they play, students will learn what pumpkins need in order to grow, about their stages of growth, and end up with a snazzy fall craft to boot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each student with a game board as well as a pumpkin \"seed\" made from tan Wonderfoam® and their very own \"pumpkin patch\" created by folding a piece brown piece of construction paper as shown:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Paper-Folding1.jpg\" alt=\"paper folding diagrams\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite each student to \"plant\" their pumpkin seed under the paper flap, then take turns rolling the die in hopes of \"growing\" their seed into a pumpkin!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Dice-e1288125165859.jpg\" alt=\"paper die with raindrop soil sun and pumpkin icons\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHomemade Game Die\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRolling the Die\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the die lands on a sun, raindrop, or soil icon, students should move the corresponding marker on their game board. If the die lands on a pumpkin square, students pass the die to the next student and do nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinning the Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach time students roll the die, they have a chance to provide their seedling with something it needs in order to grow: sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil. The goal is to advance each marker on the game board to the opposite side (each marker should start at the left and progress toward the right). Each time one of the markers reaches the end, students will receive the pieces needed to advance their pumpkin to the next growth stage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pumpkin first begins as a seed that needs to be planted. Students will receive the materials for the first stage at the beginning of the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-1.jpg\" alt=\"tan pumpkin seed between the folds of brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the next stage, vines can be seen sprouting from the ground. When their first marker has been advanced to the end, students will receive green vines to glue in their pumpkin patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-2.jpg\" alt=\"green foam vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore becoming a pumpkin, the vines form blossoms. When their second marker has been advanced to the end, students will receive a yellow and white blossom to place on their pumpkin vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-3.jpg\" alt=\"yellow and white blossom on green vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the last stage of growth, pumpkins are formed! When students advance their last marker to the end they'll receive a full grown pumpkin to place in their patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Phase-4.jpg\" alt=\"orange pumpkin on green vines on brown construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first player to advance all their markers to the end and \"grow\" a pumpkin wins the game! Not only will your students learn about the pumpkin life cycle, they'll have a blast doing it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093209625,"sku":"A3711","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle-Game-Board-e1288124847911.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"careers-pilots-a3714","title":"Careers: Pilots","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-198\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Airplane-JCVStock.jpg\" alt=\"passenger aircraft taking off\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: JCVStock\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovember is national aviation month and what better way to introduce a unit on air transportation than to teach your preschoolers about the duties and responsibilities of a pilot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does A Pilot Do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways begin each new lesson with an attention-grabbing introduction. Consider transforming the classroom into a small jet (e.g. push the desks out of the way and line up desk chairs in two long rows with an aisle in between - in one row form groupings of two chairs and in the other create groupings of three chairs. Label each different row of chairs, as well as each seat, and fashion fake 'seat belts' for students to secure as they board.) As students enter the classroom, provide them with a ticket and, after stowing any 'carry-on items' in their desk, help them find their assigned seat. You might also consider donning a pilot uniform (at least wearing a hat and pilot 'wings') as you introduce the duties and responsibilities of an airline pilot, what they wear, how high they fly, and other details about the 'plane'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreative Expression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students learn about aviation through crafts, pretend play, and music:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave your students pretend that they're flying in a real airplane. Armed with sketchbooks and graphic art tools, invite your students to draw the sky and ground as it might look from the window of the plane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use during free play, transform the pretend corner to look like the inside of a plane. Include a mock-up of the cockpit as well as passenger seating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeach your students several new songs about aviation. Consider Barney's \"The Airplane Song\" or any of the selection of songs featured at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschooleducation.com\/sair.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Education\u003c\/a\u003e. There are several with added motions that your students are sure to enjoy!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-197\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Styrofoam-Airplane.jpg\" alt=\"model airplane made from stryofoam pieces\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake A List...Check It Twice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSounds like Santa, right? In reality, to keep passengers safe during travel, pilots are responsible for numerous flight checks where they verify that the instruments, controls, engines, and other flight systems on their craft are functioning the way they should, checking off each flight system as they finish inspection. To properly perform this task, pilots must be observant, knowledgeable of their craft, and excel at performing step-by-step processes. To help your preschoolers learn these same skills, set up a mock 'flight check' exercise. Present them with a completed Styrofoam airplane (you can find a craft template \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familycrafts.about.com\/od\/airtransportation\/a\/styrofoamairplane.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e - you'll just need to create a smaller foam piece to attach to the tail as the picture shows above). Have them observe the shape of each piece as well as how each part fits together. Create and display four different plane models around the classroom. On three of the four models, 'mistakenly' attach a part wrong (e.g. install the body of the plane upside down, attach the wings severely off center, bend the tail down, etc.). The fourth model should be 'flight ready'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a clip board and a simple flight check sheet for each model, invite students to inspect each model and decide whether the plane should be approved for flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-196\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flight-Check-Form.jpg\" alt=\"example lesson worksheet where students perform a sample flight check\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the exercise, have your students design and assemble their own Styrofoam airplane to take home and share with their families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eWe hope you have fun introducing aviation month to your preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734094028825,"sku":"A3714","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Airplane-JCVStock.jpg?v=1522781633"},{"product_id":"the-inuit-way-of-life-a3716","title":"The Inuit Way of Life","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4951162783.jpg\" alt=\"Eskimo girl named Minnie\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 1906 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/8337233@N06\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUniversity of Washington Libraries Digital Collections\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/8337233@N06\/4951162783\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info \u003c\/a\u003e (via: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{It's important for children to understand the history of our country - even before\u003cem\u003e it became a nation in 1776. November being \"American Indian Heritage Month\" makes it a great time to explore the various native peoples and cultures that could be found in America before the land was \"discovered\" and settled by easterners. This series of lessons attempts to introduce your preschoolers to the original Americans.}\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnit Introduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving been granted the proper permissions, take your students on a trip to an \"unknown\" part of the school (i.e. the gym locker rooms, the teacher's lounge, the janitor's closet, etc.). Before opening the door, ask your students if they know what's behind it. Take a few answers and then unveil the mystery room. Explain to your students that, at one time, the world seemed just as big and \"unknown\" as the school seems at times. They will be surprised to find out that, just like they had no idea the mystery room in the school existed, many people didn't know that America existed (or the native peoples occupying it!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack in the classroom, find a globe and show students where Spain, Asia, and America are located. Introduce Columbus - his mission, his journey, and his discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with a map of America and ask them where they think the Native Americans lived before Columbus arrived. Next, show them a map of the Native American Cultures\/Groups inhabiting the Americas. Discuss how every part of the Americas is highlighted – showing that native communities were spread throughout both continents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with a piece of printer paper and graphic art tools, have your students draw an Indian. Discuss different stereotypes - clothing, houses, language, etc. (at their level of course) - explaining that not all Native Americans dressed or acted in these ways. Because of differences in environment and resources, there were notable differences between each cultural group and tribe. Let your students know that they will be learning about these very differences in the next unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inuit (Eskimos)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe objective of this lesson is to teach your preschoolers about the Inuit way of life - where they live, the climate in their region, housing, how they dress (both regularly and ceremonially), what they eat, their customs, transportation, and everyday tools\/weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBasic Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arctic (North)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Igloos or tents\/houses made from animal skins, wood, sod, or mud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClothing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealskin parkas in the summer, caribou skin parkas in the winter, and boots made of walrus hide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert fisherman and hunters - the Inuits survived on seal, walrus, caribou and other animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools\/Transportation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harpoons, kayaks, umiaks (open boats made of wood and skin), and dog sleds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiterature \u0026amp; Songs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschooleducation.com\/swinter.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFive Little Eskimos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Song \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Consider designing finger puppets for a fun fingerplay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMama Do You Love Me?\u003c\/em\u003e by Barbara M. Joosse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThe Polar Bear Son: An Inuit Tale\u003c\/em\u003e by Lydia Dabcovich.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDress Like An Eskimo Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss with your students what the weather is like in the Arctic. Show them pictures of the clothing worn by the Inuits. To help them understand the \u003cem\u003emany\u003c\/em\u003e layers worn by this Native American tribe, take turns dressing students like Eskimos. Be sure to collect the following to put over student clothing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulky sweatshirt = Inuit \"inner\" coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweatpants = Inuit \"inner\" pants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow pants = Inuit \"outer\" pants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow parka = Inuit \"outer\" coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge thermal socks = Inuit stockings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow boots = Inuit \"mukluks\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather work gloves = Inuit mittens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnitted hat and fur hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoggles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt might also be fun to collect several Eskimo \"outfits\" then have a relay race - students are divided into teams, the first player on each team is helped into the outfit, completes a task (i.e. 'runs' to the end of the mat and back balancing a craft pom pom on a plastic spoon, etc.), races back to the finish line, transfers the Eskimo outfit to the next player in line who must complete the same task, and this process repeats until all team members have played. The team who does it the quickest, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInuit Sensory Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider filling your sensory table with Insta-Snow™ and Inuit-themed objects - plastic animals (seals, whales, caribou, dogs, etc.), boats, small Styrofoam blocks (for igloo building!), and other fun items! Your preschoolers will be delighted with the change - and amazed to find snow \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e, in \u003cem\u003eNovember!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nFor more great lesson ideas, games, crafts, etc. be sure to check out \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2902\/american-indians-heritage-series-the-inuits\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis American Indians Heritage Series: The Inuits\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.native-languages.org\/inuktitut.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNative Languages of the Americas\u003c\/a\u003e is another a great resource for learning about Inuit heritage, traditions, and way of life!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096158745,"sku":"A3716","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4951162783.jpg?v=1522781646"},{"product_id":"game-paddle-turkey-craft-a2247","title":"Game Paddle Turkey Craft","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2441818832.jpg\" alt=\"Wild Turkey strut\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Steve Voght\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/22806008@N07\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSteve Voght\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Wild Turkey strut'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/22806008@N07\/2441818832\" 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\u003eAs Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, consider revitalizing your traditional turkey crafts with this vibrant design from Vanessa at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillyeaglebooks.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSilly Eagle Books\u003c\/a\u003e! She ingeniously uses a child's toy game paddle for its base and dynamic \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escrapbook paper\u003c\/a\u003e to create a beautifully festive craft and classroom decoration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with some exciting Thanksgiving reading -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCranberry Thanksgiving\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Harry Devlin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Little Engine That Could Saves the Thanksgiving Day Parade\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Watty Piper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanksgiving at the Tappleton’s\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Eileen Spinelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver the River and Through the Wood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Lydia Maria Child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver the River: A Turkey's Tale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Derek Anderson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatty’s Pumpkin Patch\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Teri Sloat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- a great Thanksgiving lesson and some turkey-themed printable activities like these -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3314\/thanksgiving-turkey-pattern\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThanksgiving Turkey Pattern\u003c\/a\u003e - (perfect for teaching colors, pre-writing skills, shapes, counting and much more!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3313\/alphabet-turkey-hunt\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlphabet Turkey Hunt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3312\/turkey-lurkey-color-match-file-folder-game\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTurkey Lurkey Color Match Game\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- your students are sure to have a blast and get into the holiday spirit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sillyeaglebooks.com\/2010\/11\/kids-thanksgiving-craft-paddle-turkey.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSilly Eagle Books: kids thanksgiving craft: paddle turkey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Thanksgiving-themed \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-98-teacher-resource-books.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher resource books\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e, and much more, be sure to visit MPM School Supplies!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096257049,"sku":"A2247","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2441818832.jpg?v=1522781647"},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-november-a3729","title":"Hand Print Calendar: November","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/November-Calendar-Shot-e1292527055421.jpg\" alt=\"homemade November calendar page with hand print turkey and Thanksgiving poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the “hands on” artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNovember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovember brings with it harvest time and Thanksgiving. Along these themes, have your students decorate their November calendar page with a hand print pumpkin or a colorful hand print turkey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Turkey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors (brown, red, orange, green, purple, and blue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola® markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTurkey Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint their hand to match the picture to the left - brown palm and thumb, and each finger a different color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1309.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted to look like a turkey with brown blue purple green and orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their hand against the paper (off to one side) to make a print. Remind them to keep their fingers slightly spread apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1310.jpg\" alt=\"unfinished hand print turkey\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the paint has dried, provide them with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewashable markers\u003c\/a\u003e, inviting them to the legs, beak, and eye. To finish the turkey, have students dip their fingertip into a shallow dish of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e, placing a small print right under the turkey's head to create a wattle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1317.jpg\" alt=\"hand print turkey on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHooray For Thanksgiving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's Thanksgiving dinner;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet's not be late;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's lots of good food,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo fill your plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith pie at the end,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can't be beat;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooray for Thanksgiving,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's so much to eat!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Pumpkin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8263-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOrange tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17627-construction-paper-9-x-12-white-peacock-colorburst.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-98-crayola0174-washable-marker-classpack-8-colors-192-count.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePumpkin Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students cover their palm with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8633-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-orange.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorange paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1307.jpg\" alt=\"palm painted with orange tempera paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite them to gently press their palm (fingers pointed toward the top of the page) to one side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1308.jpg\" alt=\"orange palm print on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, provide students with green and brown markers, inviting them to create the stem, pumpkin detailing, ground, vines, and leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1316.jpg\" alt=\"hand print pumpkin on white construction paper\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Poem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne day I found two pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI planted one and pulled the weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt sprouted roots and a big, long vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pumpkin grew; I called it mine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pumpkin was quite round and fat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(I really am quite proud of that.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBut there is something I'll admit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThat has me worried just a bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI at the other seed, you see.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow will it grow inside of me?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm so relieved since I have found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThat pumpkins only grown in the ground!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo great crafts that will look awesome on your students' homemade calendars!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099697689,"sku":"A3729","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/November-Calendar-Shot-e1292527055421.jpg?v=1522781668"},{"product_id":"health-amp-nutrition-the-food-pyramid-a3851","title":"Health \u0026amp; Nutrition - The Food Pyramid","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1594 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3834583927.jpg\" alt=\"Health and Nutrition Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ephoto © 2009 nutrition education, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovember is \"Good Nutrition Month\", making it a great time to review healthy eating habits and the importance of an active lifestyle with your preschoolers. We found a great {comprehensive!} lesson plan from the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.doh.state.fl.us\/Family\/ccfp\/Nutrition\/NutritionEd\/nutritioned.htm#children\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlorida Department of Health\u003c\/a\u003e that includes lots of downloadable handouts, posters, and other goodies!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey suggest beginning the lesson with an introduction to the food pyramid - using the handout to show students the various food groups as well as examples of the types of foods that fall in these categories. [\u003cem\u003eExtension\u003c\/em\u003e: To assess their grasp of the new information, consider playing a game - holding up food cards and having students yell out the food group in which they belong. You might even attempt an \"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.proteacher.net\/discussions\/showthread.php?t=130051\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAround the World\u003c\/a\u003e\" type format.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother review game they suggest playing is the \"Food Group Relay\". Once again, you'll need food cards {or cute plastic and\/or felt play food} to set out on a table. Students take turns running to the table and selecting a card\/toy from the food group that's been called, running back and placing the food in the paper grocery bag. This is a great way to review food groups, help your kiddos get their 'wiggles' out, and remind students that an active lifestyle is very important!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the activities suggested in the Florida Department of Health's introductory lesson to healthy eating and nutrition!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734130696217,"sku":"A3851","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3834583927.jpg?v=1522781850"},{"product_id":"decorating-pumpkins-without-the-mess-a3989","title":"Decorating Pumpkins - without the MESS!","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eHappy Fall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're so excited about the fall season! There are so many fun craftivities and lessons that we've been itching to share. Since pumpkin carving is one of our favorite fall activities, we thought we'd try to find some fun, 'no mess' alternatives that would be appropriate for the preschool classroom. Here's a few of options you might consider exploring with your kiddos this autumn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2453\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDeborah over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/10\/pumpkin-playdough-decorating-in-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e recommends using play dough to create pumpkin faces...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2454\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-2.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.chicaandjo.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/2009\/10\/15\/mix-and-match-jack-o-lantern-faces\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChica and Jo\u003c\/a\u003e suggest using printed or felt facial features along with Velcro to create mix and match jack-o-lanterns...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2455\" title=\"Pumpkin-Carving-3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Carving-3.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.frugallifeproject.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou might also try these adorable Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head pumpkins from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.frugallifeproject.com\/2010\/10\/mr-mrs-pumpkin-head.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrugal Life Project\u003c\/a\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't these projects great?! They're super unique and we know your preschoolers will have a blast with these pumpkin carving alternatives. Be sure to visit each of these sites for project material lists and more fall fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160351257,"sku":"A3989","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Carving-1.jpg?v=1522782029"},{"product_id":"pumpkins-golf-tees-loads-of-fall-fun-a3990","title":"Pumpkins + Golf Tees = Loads of Fall Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2458\" title=\"Pumpkin-GolfTees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-GolfTees.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpkin Fine and Gross Motor Building Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: exploringtheoutdoorclassroom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow great is this gross\/fine motor building activity from Kristin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/exploringtheoutdoorclassroom.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/pumpkins-and-golf-tees.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eExploring the Outdoor Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e?! We love how her kiddos not only worked to pound the golf tees into the pumpkins, but also used the other side of the hammer to pull out the tees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't feel comfortable putting a real hammer in your preschoolers hand {since it'll take a bit of muscle and real tools to get them in}, there's always the option of spray painting Styrofoam balls with orange craft paint and inviting them to use toy mallets to tap them in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full post, be sure to visit Exploring the Outdoor Classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734160678937,"sku":"A3990","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-GolfTees.jpg?v=1522782031"},{"product_id":"pumpkin-labeling-craftivity-a3991","title":"Pumpkin Labeling Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2464\" title=\"Pumpkin-Labels\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Labels.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Pumpking Labeling Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindertastic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin season, along with a chance for sensory exploration, offers a great opportunity for practice with labeling. Check out this adorable craftivity from Judy over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kindertastic.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/updates.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderTastic\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your preschoolers learning about and labeling the parts of a pumpkin. A few things we love - how Judy had her students use actual pumpkin seeds and how they mimicked pumpkin pulp with yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConsiderations...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssign a number to each part of the pumpkin and provide students with a game die, inviting them to play Roll-a-Pumpkin. Once they've collected all the pieces, have them assemble their pumpkins. 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Sidestepping potentially 'hot' issues such as your personal political party affiliation and candidate selections, election season truly does offer a fabulous opportunity for discussing important concepts like patriotism, citizenship, as well as one of the \u003c\/em\u003emany\u003cem\u003e things that makes America great, the freedom to make our own \u003cstrong\u003echoice\u003c\/strong\u003e!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2522\" title=\"books-about-presidents-and-elections-for-kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/books-about-presidents-and-elections-for-kids.jpg\" alt=\"Election Themed Children's Literature and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo kick-off your Election Unit, it's always fun to incorporate some informative books\/media into your group reading time. Picture books do a great job of taking tricky subjects - like our election process - and breaking them down into information chucks that are easy for young children to understand and internalize. If you need a few recommendations to jump-start your election reading list, here are a few great resources you ought to check out...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePopular Children's Picture Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllison over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2012\/09\/picture-books-about-presidents-and-elections.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e recently compiled a list of 9 books about presidents and elections {as well as her thoughts about each!} including several of our favorites - \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrace for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kelly DiPucchio and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuck for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Doreen Cronin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVote for Me!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Ben Clanton. In this comical tale, both the donkey and the elephant want your vote and will do anything to get it, including brag, flatter, make silly promises and fling mud, but they are both in for a surprise when the votes are counted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf I Ran For President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Catherine Stier. From campaigning and primaries to debates and election day, six characters explain what it takes to run for president!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Teacher for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kay Winters. Highlighting the qualities that make a good president {and, as it turns out, a teacher too!}, young Oliver is convinced that his teacher would make a great candidate!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToday On Election Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Catherine Stier. Entertaining and educational, readers are reminded that voting is an important responsibility!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with books, you might also check out these informative videos about elections and the US!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=77XzULmdPIo\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchoolhouse Rock: Presidential Minute\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=htIfnDiZa80\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchoolhouse Rock: Rock the Vote!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EL22gSx5zAk\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e44 Presidents Rap\u003c\/a\u003e {It goes a bit fast, but it's fun!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oc3xTj3g9QQ\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAnimaniacs: The Presidents Song\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Dh6-3IehOZ4\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNickelodeon President Song\u003c\/a\u003e {The Animaniacs song only goes to Clinton and the Nickelodeon tune only goes to George W. 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Sidestepping potentially 'hot' issues such as your personal political party affiliation and candidate selections, election season truly does offer a fabulous opportunity for discussing important concepts like patriotism, citizenship, as well as one of the \u003c\/em\u003emany\u003cem\u003e things that makes America great, the freedom to make our own \u003cstrong\u003echoice\u003c\/strong\u003e!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2527\" title=\"Election-Lesson\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Election-Lesson.jpg\" alt=\"Election Social Studies Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't get over how adorable this election lesson from Mrs. Carroll over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/they-like-me-they-really-do.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e is!! Mixing colorful children's books, several craftivities, a mock election, and a fun graphing activity, we're certain you and your preschoolers will have a total blast with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, Cara and her kiddos read three fun books about elections; \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuck for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Doreen Cronin, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrace for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kelly DiPucchio, and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Teacher for President\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Kay Winters. {Are you sensing a theme?!} Then, using the characters from each story - with a special inclusion of her \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e name to go along with Winters' popular story - their class held a mock election. Students made colorful campaign posters and, like responsible citizens, both registered to vote and voted on 'election day' for their favorite candidate! After all votes had been cast, the final results were tallied and graphed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDid we mention how much we love every single part of this lesson? To see the different printables Cara used, read about how their mock election unfolded, and see the adorabe writing craftivity we didn't have time to mention, be sure to visit The First Grade Parade!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163791897,"sku":"A4002","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Election-Lesson.jpg?v=1522782050"},{"product_id":"election-unit-where-the-president-lives-a4003","title":"Election Unit - Where the President Lives","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Politics can be a touchy subject no matter where you go, but it's especially important to be careful what you say - and how you say it\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e! - in a school setting. Sidestepping potentially 'hot' issues such as your personal political party affiliation and candidate selections, election season truly does offer a fabulous opportunity for discussing important concepts like patriotism, citizenship, as well as one of the \u003c\/em\u003emany\u003cem\u003e things that makes America great, the freedom to make our own \u003cstrong\u003echoice\u003c\/strong\u003e!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2531\" title=\"IMAG0168\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMAG0168.jpg\" alt=\"Social Studies, Election Day, and Government Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: the-learningtree.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun topic to explore during the election season is the white house! Since it has less to do with politics and more to do with simply learning about an important landmark and American symbol, it's a great way to tie in the election theme without stepping on any toes! And, of course, there are a ton of fun things you can do with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love how Kimberly over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/the-learningtree.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/freebie-fridaya-day-late.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Learning Tree\u003c\/a\u003e helped her kiddos compile an anchor chart of schema {pictured above}, using various colors to designate what they knew before the lesson, what they learned in class, and what they learned on their own. Not only does this encourage your students to pay attention during class, but it also encourages them to do some independent investigation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimberly and her kiddos used the resources provided in their the Imagine It! 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Jessica and her kinders started out the day by creating a \"can \/ have \/ are\" soldier bubble map. As they reviewed what they knew about soldiers, students were invited to take the lead in choosing the correct linking word. {The anchor chart is super cute, but you might also consider having your kiddos fill in their own bubble map as you go!} Once completed, Jessica and her kiddos used the organizer to construct then practice reading simple sentences - i.e. \"Soldiers can protect us.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just ONE of the awesome activity ideas Ms. Williamson shares at her blog! Be sure to head over for the rest of the lesson - including literature selections and a craftivity recommendation!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734165823513,"sku":"A4008","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Veterans-Day-Lesson.jpg?v=1522782062"},{"product_id":"recycled-paper-roll-thanksgiving-characters-a2565","title":"Recycled Paper Roll Thanksgiving Characters!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4605 \" title=\"pilgrim-village-people-thanksgiving-craft-photo-420-1194-ff11042x\" alt=\"Recycled Paper Roll Thanksgiving Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pilgrim-village-people-thanksgiving-craft-photo-420-1194-ff11042x.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: easypreschoolcraft.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paper roll characters from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/easypreschoolcraft.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/thanksgiving-day-toilet-paper-roll.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Crafts for Kids\u003c\/a\u003e* not only provide a great craft for you and your kiddos to do together this holiday season, they \u003cem\u003ealso\u003c\/em\u003e offer a fantastic prop for retelling the story of the first Thanksgiving!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with a fun Mayflower craft,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4606\" title=\"mayflower-craft\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Craft for Kids and Storytelling Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mayflower-craft.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.allkidsnetwork.com\/crafts\/thanksgiving\/mayflower-craft.asp\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Kids Network\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003esome Indian corn,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4607\" title=\"bubble-wrap-craft-large\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Kids Craft and Storytelling Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/bubble-wrap-craft-large.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com\/bubble-wrap-Indian-corn.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafts-For-All-Seasons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eand perhaps a turkey or two,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4608\" title=\"Turkey_toilet_paper_craft-300x225\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Turkey Craft for Kids and Storytelling Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey_toilet_paper_craft.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003evia \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kolcraft.com\/blog\/family-gratitude-keepsake-easy-turkey-craft-for-kids\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKolcraft\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand you're set! Your kiddos will be fascinated as you retell the events that led to the fateful journey on the Mayflower, what it was like for the pilgrims in the new land, how the Natives helped the pilgrims learn to adapt to their new home, and how the first Thanksgiving came about!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit these amazing websites for the craft tutorials!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734166446105,"sku":"A2565","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pilgrim-village-people-thanksgiving-craft-photo-420-1194-ff11042x.jpg?v=1522782067"},{"product_id":"thanksgiving-writing-center-what-i-would-bring-on-the-mayflower-a4011","title":"Thanksgiving Writing Center - What I Would Bring On The Mayflower!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2586\" title=\"Mayflower-Writing-Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mayflower-Writing-Craftivity.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Craft and Writing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have to be super careful when visiting Cara's blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2010\/11\/pilgrim-projects.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e, because every single one of her posts is littered with fun, colorful, and engaging learning ideas and we want to share them all! Our newest favorite, just in time for Thanksgiving, is this adorable Mayflower writing craftivity! After learning about the pilgrim's journey to the New World {and the fact that they could only bring \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eone\u003c\/span\u003e trunk of belongings with them!}, Cara invited her kiddos imagine what it would be like to pack a suitcase for the journey, how they would decide what to bring, and make a list of the items they wouldn't want to forget! The glued their lists onto super cute suitcase cutouts and finished the activity by drawing all of the items on their list packed neatly in the suitcase. Adorable, right?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs we said before, there are so many fabulous learning ideas over at The First Grade Parade! 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Next, they discovered and practiced how to say 'thank you' in several different languages. {Lindsy has the words and pronunciations for seven different languages over at her blog!} Finally, her kiddos were invited to come up with a list of the blessings in their own lives - adding them to their paint chip turkey crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just the beginning of the lesson plan! Be sure to visit Preschool Alphabet for several sensory play ideas, an alphabet game, themed coloring pages, and even a tasty Thanksgiving treat!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734167068697,"sku":"A4012","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DSC07005_thumb4.jpg?v=1522782070"},{"product_id":"veterans-day-part-1-a4097","title":"Veterans Day - Part 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you decided what you're going to do with your preschoolers on Veterans Day? While they may not get the full significance of the holiday, there are many ways that you can help your kiddos make connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Introduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a veteran?\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A veteran is someone who used to be in the military. There are five branches in the United States military - U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard. All of these branches help keep us safe and protect our freedoms every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is Veterans Day?\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Veterans Day is observed every year on November 11th. It is a day set aside to honor and thank all of the men and women who are serving or have served in the military. While it is mainly to honor the men and women who are still living - who, while they did not die in the line of duty, made many sacrifices to serve and protect our Country's great legacy of freedom - we often also honor and remember those who gave their lives while in service (even though Memorial Day is the 'official' day on which we honor their memory).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith these new ideas in mind, introduce a few famous veterans that your students might have heard of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore \"Dr. Seuss\" Geisel, etc. and ask if your students know any veterans. {\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kidsthankavet.com\/?path=famous\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSource\u003c\/a\u003e for other famous vets}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVeterans Day Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this poem floating around Pinterest - written by Cheryl Dyson - and thought it might make a good shared reading activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3299\" alt=\"Veterans Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Veterans-Day-Poem.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also a great jumping off point for discussing...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eNew vocabulary - i.e. honor, freedom, brave, bold, rights, pride, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe characteristics of a soldier\/veteran\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734193807385,"sku":"A4097","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Veterans-Day-Poem.jpg?v=1522782231"},{"product_id":"on-thanksgiving-day-exploring-the-holiday-with-our-senses-a4395","title":"FREE On Thanksgiving Day - Exploring the Holiday with Our Senses","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thanksgiving holiday - with its abundance of sights, sounds, smells, etc. - offers a great opportunity for including a mini-lesson on the five senses in your holiday plans. 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[Or, of course, they can complete them all!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a reusable class set by printing the worksheets, laminating or placing the pages into plastic sheet protectors, and setting them out with dry erase markers. Note also that if you plan to print worksheets for each student, the adorable clip art turkeys created by My Cute Graphics make this a fun coloring page once the activity is complete!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734194593817,"sku":"A4402","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkey-Trot-Preview.jpg?v=1569291589"},{"product_id":"thanksgiving-turkey-feather-patterning-activity-center-a4405","title":"Thanksgiving Turkey Feather Patterning Activity Center","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Thanksgiving Turkey Feather Patterning Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Patterning.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this activity shows, colorful turkey feathers offer a great opportunity for patterning practice with your preschoolers and kinders this Thanksgiving!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you felt and foam make great options, we used this fabulous free turkey template from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superteacherworksheets.com\/thanksgiving.html\" target=\"blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSuper Teacher Worksheets\u003c\/a\u003e to create a construction paper turkey and feathers, as well as activity cards and an extension worksheet for the center. [NOTE: While not shown in the photos, we highly recommend laminating the activity center pieces to reduce wear and tear!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Turkey Feather Patterning Activity Center\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Patterning-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst, invite students to use the activity center cards and the turkey pieces to practice creating various patterns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Thanksgiving Turkey Feather Patterning Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Patterning-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThen, once they've worked with the various patterns, invite students to practice making their own - recording their patterns on the provided worksheet. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with identifying and creating patterns, this activity will also strengthen your students' fine motor coordination as they manipulate the turkey pieces to match the various activity cards\/create their own patterns!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734194724889,"sku":"A4405","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Turkey-Patterning.jpg?v=1522782237"},{"product_id":"fall-leaf-count-stamp-activity-a5870","title":"Fall Leaf Count \u0026 Stamp Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fall-Leaf-Count-\u0026amp;-Stamp-Cover.jpg\" title=\"Fall Leaf Counting Activity with Fun Craft and Free Printables\" alt=\"Fall Leaf Counting Activity with Fun Craft and Free Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall isn't complete without a fun leaf counting activity! This one is perfect because it combines a fun craft with free printables!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDIY Fall Leaf Potato Stamps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Potato-Stamps.jpg\" title=\"DIY Fall Leaf Potato Stamps\" alt=\"DIY Fall Leaf Potato Stamps\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these awesome DIY fall leaf potato stamps over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.kidfriendlyhome.com\/2012\/11\/potato-stamps.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Kid-Friendly Home\u003c\/a\u003e and thought the project, created by Lindsey, would make the perfect compliment! We love the idea that the stamps are fully customizable. Oak leaves, maple leaves, birch leaves, etc. - create one or create them all, it's up to you! [NOTE: Because of the use of a paring knife, we recommend that the stamps be made by an adult.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFall Leaf Count \u0026amp; Stamp Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Count-\u0026amp;-Stamp-Example.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's how the activity works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the free printables. Included in the download is a blank fall tree activity mat and a set of numbers - one through fifteen. You'll need an activity mat and number for each student completing the activity. We suggest placing the numbers in a small basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with activity mats, shallow trays of paint, and potato leaf stamps. Invite each student to select a number from the basket and glue it to their worksheet. Then, once they've identified the numeral, have them use their potato stamp to add the correct number of leaves to their tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter each student has had a chance to complete the activity, work as a class to put the trees in order from least amount of leaves to most amount of leaves! (It's ok if there are duplicates!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: While the concept of using a stamp to complete the activity does not make it reusable in the least, the changeable numbers allow you to create a reusable activity by placing the activity sheet in a plastic document sleeve and inviting students to draw leaves on the tree with dry erase markers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734203080729,"sku":"A5870","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fall-Leaf-Count-_-Stamp-Cover.jpg?v=1522782287"},{"product_id":"how-many-turkeys-tall-are-you-non-standard-measuring-activity-a6883","title":"\"How Many Turkeys Tall Are You?\" Non-Standard Measuring Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Turkey-Measuring-Activity-Printable.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround the holidays it can be tricky to get your kiddos to stay on task and we love the idea of sprinkling your lesson plans with activities that will get them out of their seat and {hopefully} prevent some of the behavior issues that arise when students get antsy. 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. Invite them to take turns standing beside the line of turkeys while their partner helps them determine how many turkeys tall they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe worksheet above provides a place for a picture. We recommend having a camera ready to capture each student with the turkeys and then, once the worksheets have been filled in and decorated, they can be mounted onto construction paper and used to create a fun math themed Thanksgiving display! 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