{"title":"Preschool Recycling Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-science-of-wrecking-balls-a3704","title":"The Science of Wrecking Balls!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-74  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wrecking-Ball-Science.jpg\" alt=\"knocking colorful blocks over with a homemade wrecking ball\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another great lesson to incorporate during your preschool construction theme – wrecking ball science! Not only will it help your students make connections in physics, much to their collective delight, they’ll get to experiment with controlled demolition! Who doesn’t like knocking towers over!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperiment Procedure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim, creator of the blog Mom Tried It and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/10\/wrecking-ball-science.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e, provides a wonderful tutorial for this experiment. She includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA list of needed materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step set-up instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicture instructions for each step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservations, suggestions, and pointers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperiment Fun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLet your students be as creative as they please…\u003c\/em\u003e While you’ll probably pull out the classroom block set for experimentation, allow your students to use other materials they find too. Pull up the recycling bin and offer your students the menagerie of cardboard cereal boxes, plastic bottles, cans, and small plastic containers for demolition. Empty your stuffed animal shelf and have your students explore the difference between demolishing the plush toys versus the rigid blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBut challenge them as well…\u003c\/em\u003e Give them specific targets to aim for (e.g. the bottom of the stack, the green block, the left side, etc.). Have them discuss how to adjust the wrecking ball string and the angle of the ball to accomplish these tasks. Give students a specific number of wall “items” to knock down (e.g. displace the top three blocks, knock over all of the blocks, etc.). Have your students discuss not only the adjustments needed for the wrecking ball string, but how ball speed and moving closer or father away will affect the number of blocks knocked over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove all, allow students to direct their own experiments. No suggestion (unless dangerous, of course) is too silly to try. By allowing your preschoolers to be “in charge” of the exploration, they’ll gain an appreciation for scientific discovery as well as learn how to ask questions that can later be investigated!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090752025,"sku":"A3704","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wrecking-Ball-Science.jpg?v=1522781613"},{"product_id":"spring-scavenger-hunt-a3764","title":"Spring Scavenger Hunt","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-706 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/egg-carton-spring-scavenger-hunt.jpg\" alt=\"egg carton preschool spring scavenger hunt activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: iammommahearmeroar.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow that the temperatures are warmer and the earth is beginning to 'bloom', take your preschoolers on a scavenger hunt around the schoolyard. Cheri of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/iammommahearmeroar.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/spring-scavenger-hunt.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Am Momma - Hear Me Roar\u003c\/a\u003e provides a wonderful example hunt with stunning visual aids, recycled materials, and 'treasure' indigenous to the region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePutting the Hunt Together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by creating a list of spring plants and objects indigenous to your area\/region {you'll need twelve, one for each egg cup in an egg carton}. Consider different flowering plants, tree leaves, grasses, soil, seeds, nuts, etc.  Also, as Cheri shows, you'll need a picture of each of the items on your final list - either collect a sample from the yard and take pictures using a light background or find and print images online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe're Going on a Treasure Hunt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide students into groups of two or three, providing each group with a picture list and an empty egg carton. Have your kiddos glue the image sheet to the top of the carton and ready their sleuthing skills. As they tour the schoolyard, have your students place their collected samples into the proper egg cups {those that correspond with the pictures on the top of the carton} for further examination in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108413977,"sku":"A3764","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/egg-carton-spring-scavenger-hunt.jpg?v=1522781720"},{"product_id":"using-magazine-inserts-for-printing-practice-a3804","title":"Using Magazine Inserts for Printing Practice","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1086\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/katherine-marie-copyright-2011-778.jpg\" alt=\"Printing and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: katherinemariephotography.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know those pesky advertisements\/inserts that marketing \"gurus\" have suggested be stuck between \u003cdel\u003ewhat feels like\u003c\/del\u003e \u003cem\u003eevery\u003c\/em\u003e page of your favorite magazines? Rather than continue to be annoyed by their presence {and the fact that you can't read an article without one falling at your feet}, use them to create something extra special for your preschoolers! Katherine of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/katherinemariephotography.com\/blog\/archives\/9197\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKatherine Marie Photography\u003c\/a\u003e recently posted this \u003cem\u003ebrilliant\u003c\/em\u003e solution - use them to make booklets that your preschoolers can use to practice printing their name, address, etc!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd some fancy paper, a binder ring or ribbon, maybe even a cutesy little title tag like Katherine's, and you're in business! [NOTE: You might also want to include an \"address book\" - complete with name and pertinent data - that your kiddos can look at and copy their information from!] If this is for your classroom {or even home!}, consider laminating the pages to create reusable booklets that can be set out with dry erase markers and a slightly damp paper towel. While you're certain to have inserts to spare, limited classroom\/writing center space may call for a classroom booklet in lieu of personal address books!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to Katherine Marie Photography for this and other fantastic early childhood activities for the home and classroom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119587865,"sku":"A3804","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/katherine-marie-copyright-2011-778.jpg?v=1522781788"},{"product_id":"french-fry-math-recycled-counting-exercise-a3806","title":"French Fry Math - Recycled Counting Exercise","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1100 aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/French-Fry-Math-0.jpg\" alt=\"Recycled Counting Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWe love the idea of recycling items from around the house to create new and exciting activities for the classroom. If you're a fast food junkie {or can convince the nice worker behind the counter to spare a few containers}, here's a fun counting activity that uses french fry containers!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1101\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/French-Fry-Math-3.jpg\" alt=\"Recycled Counting Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGather a large yellow sponge, cutting board, and a sharp serrated knife. Use the knife to cut the sponge into \"french fry like\" pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1102\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/French-Fry-Math-4.jpg\" alt=\"Recycled Counting Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your recycled french fry containers, using word processing software or markers and a piece of paper to create number labels. Paste a different numeral on the outside of each container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1103\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/French-Fry-Math-5.jpg\" alt=\"Recycled Homemade Counting Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo play, invite your students to identify the numeral on the outside of each container, then count out the correct number of sponge \"french fries\" and place them in the container.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis homemade exercise is perfect for strengthening number recognition and counting skills! However, if you prefer to abstain from advertising for the fast food joints in your area, be sure to check out our alternative french fry counting activity tomorrow!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119915545,"sku":"A3806","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/French-Fry-Math-0.jpg?v=1522781790"},{"product_id":"easter-egg-frog-craft-for-leap-day-a2430","title":"Easter Egg Frog Craft for Leap Day!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3661\" title=\"Easter-Egg-Frog\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Egg-Frog.jpg\" alt=\"Leap Day Frog Themed Kids Craft and Lesson Plan for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.craftynoodle.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think this recycled Easter egg craft from the creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftynoodle.com\/frog\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftyNoodle\u003c\/a\u003e is simply adorable and would be perfect for Leap Day next Wednesday!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic Easter eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\/color-assorted\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-282-wonderfoam-10-large-sheets-in-assorted-colors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft foam in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3321-wiggle-eyesblack-15mm.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4882-low-temp-glue-gun.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLow temp glue gun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2217-sharpie-fine-felt-point-markers-24-color-set.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePermanent markers in assorted colors\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might consider incorporating this fun craft {be sure to visit the full tutorial at CraftyNoodle} with a lesson on frogs in honor of Leap Day. For example... Show students pictures of the vibrant dart poison frogs of Central and South America and have them attempt to recreate their favorite variation - blue, green and black, golden, red, yellow, etc. Perhaps, since you will be limited to the colors allowed by your Easter egg collection, instead of recreating a \u003cem\u003eknown\u003c\/em\u003e frog variation, invite your kiddos to study the common traits and attempt to create a \u003cem\u003enew\u003c\/em\u003e variation with the dots, bands, and vibrant color combinations associated with dart poison frogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e[NOTE: For some great pictures of dart poison frogs, visit the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amnh.org\/exhibitions\/frogs\/vivarium\/index.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAmerican Museum of Natural History\u003c\/a\u003e.]\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/bundle-12149\/easter-egg-frogs\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClick here to view the suggested products for this craft!\u003c\/a\u003e And don't forget to head on over to CraftyNoodle for the full project tutorial!\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140067865,"sku":"A2430","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Egg-Frog.jpg?v=1522781905"},{"product_id":"literacy-center-activity-word-fun-a3940","title":"Literacy Center Activity - Word Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2174\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Glitter-Glue-Writing.jpg\" alt=\"Writing and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mommasfunworld.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatherine over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommasfunworld.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/rhyming-word-fun.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMomma's Fun World\u003c\/a\u003e came up with this cute tracing activity to help her son with letter recognition, letter formation, and word recognition! We love how simple this activity is to put together, using items from around the classroom or house, and think it offers a great opportunity to show your kiddos how objects can be recycled and repurposed for a different use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeas for tracing...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27380-glitter-glue-sticks-set-of.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter glue pens\u003c\/a\u003e {as suggested by Catherine}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5311-economy-washable-school-glue-125-oz.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchool glue\u003c\/a\u003e topped with colored sugar, sand, glitter, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-19363-5-count-paint-brush-pens.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaint brush pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-9401-drawing-chalk-12-piece-set.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk\u003c\/a\u003e {also suggested by Catherine}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther supplies from your art closet - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity Extension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore tracing, and for some extra practice, consider providing your kiddos with play dough, wikki stix, yarn pieces, etc. and inviting them to use the material to form the letters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson idea, be sure to visit Momma's Fun World!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734149767193,"sku":"A3940","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Glitter-Glue-Writing.jpg?v=1522781965"},{"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":"can-you-recycle-it-can-you-reuse-it-a4066","title":"Can You Recycle It? Can You Reuse It?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3058\" alt=\"Earth Day Recycling Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/recycle-collage.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: moffattgirls.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHappy Earth Day!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarth Day provides a great opportunity to foster awareness of the things families in your community - and even your preschoolers! - can do to take care of our Earth. From conservation to recycling, your kiddos are sure to be amazed that simply waiting to turn the faucet on until \u003cem\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e they've lathered their hands with soap, turning off the water while brushing their teeth, or recycling their milk cartons instead of throwing them away can make a big difference!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn honor of 'Recycling Day' (which makes it a great pick for Earth Day, as well!), Annie Moffatt of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/national-recycling-day-and-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e created this fabulous sorting activity that will help your students become acquainted with every day items that can be recycled or reused! Begin by having your kiddos cut and sort the pictures into the proper column - \"Recyclable\" v. \"Not Recyclable\". Then, as a class, check their work and discuss why these items may or may not be recyclable, other uses that might be found for items that are not recyclable, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo pick up your own FREE copy of this colorful Earth Day activity, be sure to visit The Moffatt Girls!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183747609,"sku":"A4066","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/recycle-collage.jpg?v=1522782170"},{"product_id":"counting-with-recycled-natural-materials-a4067","title":"Counting with Recycled\/Natural Materials","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3064\" alt=\"Recycled Counting Activity and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Recycled-Counting-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: montessorionabudget.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wake of Earth Day we thought it might be nice to continue the recycling theme. We found this great counting activity over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/montessorionabudget.blogspot.com\/2009\/07\/diy-spindle-box.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMontessori On A Budget\u003c\/a\u003e and loved that it incorporated both recycled and natural materials! Simple to put together, the activity board is created from recycled cardboard and labeled paper rolls, and the counting manipulatives are sticks collected from the yard! To complete the exercise, invite your kiddos to identify the numeral on each paper roll and count out the correct number of sticks to place inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStocking your classroom - whether it be art materials, math manipulatives, etc. - doesn't have to be expensive if you can find ways to recycle and repurpose!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183944217,"sku":"A4067","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Recycled-Counting-Activity.jpg?v=1522782171"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Recycled-Counting-Activity.jpg?v=1530027907","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/preschool-recycling-lesson-plans\/month-march.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}