{"title":"Preschool Sorting Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"teaching-math-to-preschoolers-a1907","title":"Teaching Math To Preschoolers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is a natural progression to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-67-mathematics.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emathematics\u003c\/a\u003e. Before attempting calculus, you must have mastered trigonometry, and before attempting trigonometry, you must have mastered \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-421-algebra.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealgebra\u003c\/a\u003e, etc. While you may not have thought of it this way, math skills learned in preschool and kindergarten lay the foundation for every math class taken in a student's scholastic career.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nShirley, stay-at-home mom and homeschooler, has developed at successful mathematics program for your preschoolers that highlights the foundational skills needed to succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounting\u003c\/strong\u003e - A great introduction to numbers includes learning to recite them in \u003cem\u003eorder\u003c\/em\u003e. This can be accomplished through interactive learning toys, counting songs, and other rhymes. Just like with the ABCs, while a child can repeat numbers from memory, true understanding of what these numbers represent is not necessarily achieved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e - Making connections between a number and its picture\/shape is an important part of the learning process. Drawing attention to numbers encountered throughout the day (i.e. page numbers, calendar dates, etc.) and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4099-blank-flash-cards-assorted-colors-1000-cards-2-x-3.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eflash cards\u003c\/a\u003e are great ways to teach students what a number looks like and reinforce \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-196-number-concepts.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003enumber recognition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther important foundational concepts for your preschool and kindergarten classrooms include: writing numbers, conservation of number, sorting, measurement, and estimating. Be sure to read the rest of Shirley's article at her site for more great activities and teaching tips!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.shirleys-preschool-activities.com\/early-math-skills.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEarly Math Skills\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076858393,"sku":"A1907","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"math-in-your-daily-routine-a3705","title":"Math In Your Daily Routine","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-91 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ABC-Chalkboard.jpg\" alt=\"chalkboard with abc and ruler and glue\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Lauren Ingro\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR. Scott Wiley of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/scottsbricks.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/our-math-routine.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBrick by Brick\u003c\/a\u003e hits the nail on the head when he surmises, \"...preschoolers and kindergartners are learning all types of things \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eat the  same time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. They don't just focus on literacy at one time and math  another time. They learn social skills, practical skills, emotional and  coping skills, and reading and math skills all at the same time, balled  up in their everyday play.\" What a concept! Detailed by Wiley in the course of his day at school, here are some math activities your students may be encountering during their daily routines (some obviously require a bit of intervention, while others will naturally flow during play!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName sorting. Set up an alphabet chart on a student desk or table and a small basket of student names printed onto card stock. Invite interested students to sort the name cards alphabetically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal sorting. Suggest (during your animal unit or after a field trip to the zoo) students build a classroom zoo using building blocks or recycled cardboard boxes and plastic zoo animals. Students will practice sorting the animals as they place the toys in their proper \"habitats\".\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor sorting. Children's toys invariably come in a rainbow of colors - blocks, pretend play place settings, cars, and play necklaces, to name a few, all offer assorted color selections. As your students play, watch them. You might be surprised to find how much they experiment with color sorting (e.g. matching the yellow glass to the yellow plate and the orange glass to the orange plate as they set the table for \"dinner\", parking the red cars in one row and the blue cars in another, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrouping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide interested students with letter cutouts and a handful of mismatched \"markers\". Invite them to practice \"tracing\" the letters with these markers then watch the fun begin! You'll be fascinated to find that some students, whether you've covered the topic or not, will begin grouping the markers by type. Wiley shows an example of this - when tracing the letter \"P\", one student grouped all of the small blocks together at one end and all of the bottle caps together at the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more examples of math exploration in every day play, including counting, patterning, number writing, and more, be sure to visit Wiley's full post at Brick by Brick!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091309081,"sku":"A3705","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ABC-Chalkboard.jpg?v=1522781617"},{"product_id":"three-two-one-blast-off-a3732","title":"Three…Two…One…BLAST OFF!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2940634813.jpg\" alt=\"Coronet Cluster: A Neighbor of Star Formation\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2008 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/25053835@N03\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSmithsonian Institution\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/25053835@N03\/2940634813\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e (via: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThematic units provide a great way for your students to explore different concepts in a creative, yet focused manner. If you're looking for a way to spice up your curriculum this January, consider looking up - introducing your students to ASTRONAUTS \u0026amp; SPACE! Here are some great ideas to get your unit started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSensory Bin Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLisa, homeschooler and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cheeriosunderfoot.blogspot.com\/2010\/08\/solar-system-sensory-bin.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCheerios Underfoot\u003c\/a\u003e, created this spectacular outer space sensory bin using black marbles, homemade planets, and space themed erasers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Solar-System-Sensory-Bin-e1294102082649.jpg\" alt=\"outer space sensory bin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Cheerios Underfoot\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/january-sensory-tub-playdough.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e designed this exciting sensory bin - its navy aquarium rocks reminiscent of the night sky while the super (bouncy) balls and jacks double as planets and stars. For a complete list of items, be sure to visit Mari-Ann's full post!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space-Sensory-Bin.jpg\" alt=\"space sensory bin\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFine Motor Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some great fine motor fun, try some of the following activities, created by Mari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/on-our-shelves-january.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstellation Pin Punching. Print individual constellation dot-to-dots, have students complete the exercise then, armed with a jumbo push pin, have students punch a hole in each dot. [Shown left]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanet Lacing. Create card stock or craft foam planet shapes, punch holes around the edges, and invite your students to practice lacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSifting Planets. Place several marbles into a large bowl filled with rice (dyed navy to resemble the night sky). Provide students with a flat, slotted turner (kitchen utensil) and have them sift for planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/CC-Constellation-Pin-Punching.jpg\" alt=\"constellation pin punching\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Counting Coconuts\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpace Math\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/SpaceCountdownCards.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e created these countdown to blastoff cards to help your preschoolers practice number recognition and counting skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLF-Countdown-Sequence.jpg\" alt=\"space themed math counting game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Making Learning Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn her Astronaut Preschool Pack, Jolanthe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/astronaut-preschool-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e provides an awesome worksheet to help your preschoolers distinguish between small, medium, and large rockets as well as practice sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Rocket-Sequencing.jpg\" alt=\"worksheet with little to big rockets for sequencing practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Worksheets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/astronaut-preschool-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJolanthe's\u003c\/a\u003e Astronaut Preschool Pack is this color recognition\/matching exercise among other great activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HC-Color-Rockets.jpg\" alt=\"space themed color recognition exercise\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Homeschool Creations\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Place in Space by Joan Sweeney\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's No Place Like Space by Dr. Seuss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn The Moon by Anna Milbourne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Want to be an Astronaut by Byron Barton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the Launch Pad by Michael Dahl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurious George and the Rocket by H. A. Rey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFun Projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake miniature planetariums using recycled paper towel rolls. Tape a piece of black paper to one end and use push pins to gently create constellations in the black paper. Hold the tube up to the light to see the constellation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover a table with a large piece of black fabric. Use glow in the dark stars to create constellations on the underside of the table and take turns stargazing in your homemade planetarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate stardust jars using oil, water, food coloring, and glitter in a recycled plastic bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all of these great exercises, activities, and lessons, your students are sure to love exploring SPACE from the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734100942873,"sku":"A3732","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2940634813.jpg?v=1522781675"},{"product_id":"learning-about-hot-amp-cold-a3740","title":"Learning About Hot \u0026amp; Cold","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-563 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HotorCold.jpg\" alt=\"hot or cold preschool lesson plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: FileFolderFun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this simple science lesson at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child!\u003c\/a\u003e - a website created by a former early childhood teacher for a child's \u003cem\u003efirst\u003c\/em\u003e teachers - their parents! While the lesson was originally designed and completed with a toddler, we think the concepts will translate to the preschool classroom as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Objective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lesson, students will use their senses - primarily touch - to explore hot and cold. Simply gather two gel hot and cold packs, placing one in the freezer to freeze and the other in the microwave to heat, then set them out on the sensory table and invite your students to poke, prod, hold, squeeze, and learn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the video Jenae posted of their learning process. Along with making the distinction between \"hot\" and \"cold\", this lesson provides the perfect opportunity to address safety issues related to both temperature extremes as well as the concept of opposites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot\/Cold Sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-562 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/HotCold.jpg\" alt=\"hot or cold file folder game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: FileFolderFun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce each student has been able to explore the hot and cold packs, have students take what they've learned and apply it using this fun file folder game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/filefolderfun.com\/Pages\/PreschoolScience\/HotorCold.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFileFolderFun.com\u003c\/a\u003e! Students are given picture card playing pieces which they must sort into the proper pocket - hot items into the \"hot\" side and cold items into the \"cold\" side. Be sure to visit FileFolderFun.com for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschool science lessons do not have to be elaborate. This simple exercise provides students with the opportunity for sensory exploration and practical application - hallmarks of great learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103400473,"sku":"A3740","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/HotorCold.jpg?v=1522781690"},{"product_id":"learning-about-butterflies-a3760","title":"Learning About Butterflies Preschool Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-683 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg\" alt=\"eric carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar preschool counting and sorting activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the spring season with a lesson on butterflies! Beth, preschool teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/preschool-butterfly-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrom The Hive\u003c\/a\u003e, designed some fun activities that should give you a head start in your planning! Here are a few of our favorite exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeth suggests reading Eric Carle's popular children's tale, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, to introduce your students to the life cycle of a butterfly. She found {among her daughter's books} a fun edition with large colorful pages and a plush caterpillar toy that can actually traverse the holes in the pages. While your preschoolers have probably heard the story numerous times, if you can get your hands on this edition, your kiddos will have a blast volunteering to move the hungry little caterpillar through the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarle-Inspired Sorting \u0026amp; Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking from the fruits of the story - apple, pears, plums, and more - Beth created felt fruit manipulatives and some fabric numbers. First her preschoolers were charged with the task of sorting the fruit by kind, then Beth invited them to count each grouping, matching the correct numeral to each bunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterfly Life Cycle Interactive Emergent Readers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents created a fun interactive emergent reader using a combination of finger, fist, and hand prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A little egg lay on a leaf.\" - Students create a small egg with their fingerprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Out hatches a caterpillar. He eats and eats and grows and grows.\" - Students make a caterpillar print using their entire finger. For fun, have students alternate the color between knuckles!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The caterpillar builds a chrysalis.\" - Beth had students make their hand into a fist, then trace it (upside down so the 'fat' part is on the bottom) on the paper and color it in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A few days later, a beautiful butterfly pops out!\" - Students create a butterfly body with their finger, then trace a full hand print on either side to create a butterfly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Consider having students make the prints using craft paint for more vibrant pages.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a list of songs and fingerplays (as well as lyrics!), a tutorial on cute butterfly finger puppets, butterfly snack ideas, and other fun learning center activities, be sure to visit Beth's full post at From The Hive!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107430937,"sku":"A3760","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/eric-carle-sorting.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"learning-about-plants-in-preschool-a3766","title":"Learning About Plants in Preschool","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in doing a spring botany or gardening unit {spring really is a great time to cover these topics}, we found some great activities at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/790\/sorting_nature\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Activities Blog\u003c\/a\u003e {from Erin F.} that you should consider when putting your unit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-718  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/preschool-1.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower color and sorting nature match preschool activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kidsactivitiesblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorting Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fun nature 'treasure hunt', equipped with a sectioned container for collecting samples, students will head out to the school yard in search of natural items that match the color swatches displayed in each of the container sections. Through this process students will not only strengthen color recognition, they'll learn about and practice collecting samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce matches have been made, have your students meander back inside for some sorting fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort 'living' items from 'nonliving' items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort objects by type {flowers, gravel, leaves, wood, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort samples by color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-719 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/preschool-2.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden preschool math counting activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kidsactivitiesblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounting Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/918\/counting-garden\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emath center activity\u003c\/a\u003e. Using a large aluminum roasting pan and cardboard, create a garden with two distinct sections. Fill one section with rice, dried beans, popcorn kernels, etc. and leave the second section empty. Next, create flower number paddles {one through ten} using colorful construction paper and popsicle sticks. Armed with these paddles and ten large seeds, use the garden to practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-to-one correspondence. As you drop a seed into the empty side of the garden, have your student plant a flower. Continue the pattern - seed, flower, seed, flower - until all ten flowers have been planted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening and counting. Erin suggests having your student close their eyes and listen as you drop the seed(s) into the garden, then count out and plant the correct number of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple addition and subtraction. Create simple word problems for students to \"act out\" using their flower paddles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor these and other fun preschool plant activities, be sure to visit the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidsactivitiesblog.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids Activities Blog!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109102105,"sku":"A3766","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/preschool-1.jpg?v=1522781724"},{"product_id":"earth-day-math-ideas-a3769","title":"Earth Day Math Ideas","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-735  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/globe.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day preschool math activities\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.googolpower.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some fun math ideas to use in your Earth Day celebration on April 22nd, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.googolpower.com\/content\/free-learning-resources\/seasonal-math\/earth-day\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGoogol\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic math resource for educators, offers some great activities that will get your kiddos outdoors and excited about learning! You'll have to visit the full post for an entire list, but here are a few of the highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo on a nature hunt for geometric shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect sticks {or other natural elements} using them to create various geometric shapes for study and comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to collect natural math manipulatives {rocks, seeds, nuts, etc.} - use these to practice counting, patterning, sorting, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for natural objects that are symmetrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the length of natural objects using standard and non-standard units of measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect and measure rainfall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list could go on and on! 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From letter recognition and sight word identification to beginning letter sounds and reading simple sentences, there's something for everyone {and certainly enough to keep your preschoolers busy during the holiday!}. While we can't describe each and every center idea, here are a few highlights!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Sight Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Easter egg cutouts, use a marker to script new or review high frequency words and laminate the set. Place these in the center along with a small basket, egg coloring cup, etc. of plastic, foam, wooden, and\/or magnetic letters and invite your students to spell the sight words out on the egg mats. Builds sight word recognition and fine motor skills. [Extension: Laminate larger sight word eggs to use as play dough mats.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Egg Beginning Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose three beginning sounds to review\/learn, scripting each one onto a blank index card {or cute cutout} and using the card to label an Easter basket. Collect several small items from around the classroom that start with the appropriate letters\/sounds and place them into colorful plastic Easter eggs. Gather the eggs into a large basket, then invite your students to open and sort them into the proper 'sound basket'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more fantastic Easter literacy center activities, be sure to check out the full post at Pre-K Pages!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109855769,"sku":"A3770","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/easter-lit.jpg?v=1522781728"},{"product_id":"math-amp-literacy-ice-cream-cones-a3785","title":"Math \u0026amp; Literacy Ice Cream Cones!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-966\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ice-cream.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Math and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone likes ice cream, right?! Darla and Tracy, teachers and creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\/?p=273\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Preschool Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this cute activity {along with a fantastic free printable} that would be perfect for your spring\/summer math and\/or literacy center!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNumber v. Letter Discrimination.\u003c\/em\u003e For younger learners, label two ice cream cones, one with \"Numbers\" and the other with \"Letters\". Script a variety of numerals, uppercase letters, and lowercase letters onto the scoops of ice cream and have your kiddos sort the treats onto the correct cone. When finished, count and compare the number on each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSimple Addition.\u003c\/em\u003e Script a sum onto each ice cream cone. Invite students to use as many of the ice cream scoops that have been labeled with various numerals to make the sum. For example, if the cone displays a \"5\" students could use any of the following combinations...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3, 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3, 1, 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2, 2, 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2, 1, 1, 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1, 1, 1, 1, 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSimple Subtraction.\u003c\/em\u003e Invite your students to use the ice cream scoops scripted with various numerals to create the difference labeled on each ice cream cone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBeginning Letter Sounds.\u003c\/em\u003e Label each ice cream cone with a focus beginning letter sound. Draw or glue a clip art image of various objects onto the ice cream scoops. Invite you students to sort the objects to their proper beginning sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe possibilities are truly endless with this fun summer themed math and literacy activity! Be sure to head on over to The Preschool Toolbox for the download and get busy designing your own educational activity {or tailoring one of these suggestions to meet your students' learning needs}!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734114541593,"sku":"A3785","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ice-cream.jpg?v=1522781757"},{"product_id":"sorting-upper-amp-lower-case-letters-a3789","title":"Sorting Upper \u0026amp; Lower Case Letters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Upper-Lower-Sorting-1.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Letter Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-989\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper easy to make, this DIY upper and lower case letter sorting activity is just what you need to keep your preschoolers on their toes, reviewing what they know about the alphabet. Simply divide a piece of construction paper in half, pick a focus letter, and script its upper case in one column, the lower case in the other. Create both upper and lower case letter cards from scraps of paper and then, placing them face down on a hard surface and mixing them up, invite your kiddos to pick them up one at a time and sort them into the correct column.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an extra challenge, we created the alphabet cards using word processing software and several different fonts. Even though it's review, students will have to slow down and rely on the visual discrimination skills that have been strengthened throughout the year. 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She designed this fun patterning activity your kiddos are sure to love and, despite the inevitable errant pony beads laying around the classroom, you'll love it too because it strengthens numerous skill sets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful drinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite drinking straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePony beads in various colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft glue or low temp glue gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by creating sample pattern straws - stringing pony beads onto the colored drinking straws in various simple and complex patterns {i.e. AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e, AA\u003cem\u003eBB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABB\u003cem\u003eABB\u003c\/em\u003e, AAB\u003cem\u003eAAB\u003c\/em\u003e, etc}. Be sure to glue the beads at both ends so that the samples do not come apart. Add a handful of white drinking straws, extra pony beads, and small cups to the Ziploc, inviting your students to first, sort the pony beads by color into the small cups, then practice copying the patterns on the samples using the empty straws and newly sorted beads. [NOTE: If you don't want to mess with sorting, consider storing each color of pony bead in a separate bag or clear craft tin to make the exercise easier.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs they complete this activity students build fine motor skills, practice patterning, and review color recognition. For this and other \"Busy Bag\" ideas from Dolly, be sure to visit Paula's Archives! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026gt;\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734119063577,"sku":"A3800","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4273846588.jpg?v=1522781784"},{"product_id":"ice-cream-funky-font-letter-sort-a3808","title":"Ice Cream Funky Font Letter Sort!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-0_1024x1024.jpg?v=1522781791\" alt=\"Ice Cream Funky Font Letter Sort!\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSounds like a mouth-full, right?! This cute ice cream theme exercise is actually quite simple and will help your preschoolers build letter recognition and visual discrimination skills as they \"build\" colorful {construction paper!} ice cream sundaes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the ice cream sundae template and pieces of construction paper in \"ice cream\" colors {i.e. pink, tan, mint green, etc}, we used word processing software to create sundae bowls labeled with each letter of the alphabet {being certain to include both upper and lower cases}, as well as scoops of ice cream that displayed the same upper and lower case letters in various funky fonts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the bowls and scoops cut out and mixed around, your kiddos will have a fantastic time matching each ice cream scoop to its appropriate bowl and building towering alphabet ice cream sundaes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1524242694\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734120046617,"sku":"A3808","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ice-Cream-0.jpg?v=1522781791"},{"product_id":"lots-of-fun-with-m-ms-a3813","title":"LOTS of Fun with M\u0026Ms!","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat preschooler doesn't like M\u0026amp;Ms?! Use this to your advantage with these super fun activities from Lindsy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolalphabet.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/m.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Alphabet\u003c\/a\u003e - you're sure to have a \"sweet\" time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"M\u0026amp;M-Graphing-Activity\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1144\" alt=\"Math Counting and Graphing Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MM-Graphing-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e  \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\u0026amp;M Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload and print the graphing activity sheet and purchase individual packages of M\u0026amp;Ms {or divide a large bag of candies into smaller plastic baggies!}. Invite your kiddos to sort the chocolates by color and count the number of candies in each group, gluing them onto the correct column of  the graph or using colored pencils to mark off each section. Invite them to determine which color they had the \u003cem\u003emost\u003c\/em\u003e of, which color they had the \u003cem\u003eleast\u003c\/em\u003e of, if there were any colors with equal amounts, etc. Ask them to create word problems using their results...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had \u003cem\u003emore than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had \u003cem\u003eless than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The _______ column had _____ \u003cem\u003emore than\u003c\/em\u003e the _______ column\" [Have them actually count the difference - \"The \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ered\u003c\/span\u003e column had \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e more than the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eblue\u003c\/span\u003e column\", etc.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just one of the fun exercises Lindsy shares at her blog, be sure to visit to find out the details for a fun M\u0026amp;M craft, literacy activity, and cooking exercise!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734122012697,"sku":"A3813","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MM-Graphing-Activity.jpg?v=1522781802"},{"product_id":"buggy-math-counting-amp-sorting-a3818","title":"Buggy Math: Counting \u0026amp; Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1175\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-and-Bugs-043.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Bugs Counting and Sorting Preschool Math Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this lesson from Karen Cox of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekinders.com\/2011\/04\/bug-jar-math-printables\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreKinders\u003c\/a\u003e {that we found via Deborah at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/05\/counting-and-sorting-bugs-in-preschool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e}! Perfect as a summer activity or included in a formal bug unit, your kiddos are sure to have a blast strengthening numeral and color recognition skills as they count and sort\/group bugs in various ways - by type, by color, etc! There's even a handy {FREE!} printable to use with the lesson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral more ways to sort\/group...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlying bugs v. Non-flying bugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy number of legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1176\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Buggy-Math.jpg\" alt=\"Bug Math Graphing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAs an extension, consider adding a graphing exercise into the mix. For instance, once a student has sorted the bugs by color, invite them to count how many there are in each grouping, filling in a simple graph for a visual representation of the data. Then talk about which color has the \u003cem\u003emost\/least\u003c\/em\u003e, if there are any that have an \u003cem\u003eequal\u003c\/em\u003e number, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to PreKinders for the fantastic downloads and visit Teach Preschool for more pictures of the process!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. If you're having trouble finding the backyard bugs counters, Deborah offers some links to online stores. We also found them at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4482-backyard-bugs0153-set-of-72.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMPM School Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734124011545,"sku":"A3818","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Flowers-and-Bugs-043.jpg?v=1522781811"},{"product_id":"completing-a-leaf-report-a3840","title":"Completing a Leaf Report","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Leaf-Report-1.jpg\" alt=\"Science and Math Fall Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlegiraffes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this adorable fall leaf report at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlegiraffes.com\/teaching-ideas\/307\/happy-fall-activities-ideas-for-autumn\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes\u003c\/a\u003e, a fantastic resource for teachers originally created by kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Flanagan, now maintained by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.atozteacherstuff.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA to Z Teacher Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply invite your kiddos to go on a leaf walk, having them collect just one {their favorite!}, and bring it back to the classroom to help them fill out their report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the report, they'll determine whether their leaf should be classified as small, medium, or large, as well as the color group it falls into. Students will also record why the leaf was their favorite {i.e. what characteristics made it pop!} and draw a picture of it. The 'data' in the reports can then be used for all kinds of fun things...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a frequency chart\/bar graph to determine which color was selected most\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount how many small leaves were collected, medium leaves, etc. and display the results on a pie chart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak students into groups by color of leaf chosen, then invite each group to sort themselves further by size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis exercise is great! Students will learn about collecting data and arranging the information in a report, while also strengthening other {depending on what supplemental activities you choose} - graphing, sorting, colors, size, etc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734128566297,"sku":"A3840","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Leaf-Report-1.jpg?v=1522781836"},{"product_id":"christmas-marshmallow-graphing-a3860","title":"Christmas Marshmallow Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1449\" title=\"Marshmallow-Graphing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Counting and Graphing Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a little holiday graphing practice with this adorable activity from Mrs. Morrow over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/happy-holidays.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Morrow's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! Like exercises past where students used colored goldfish crackers, skittles, M\u0026amp;Ms, Halloween candy, and other such manipulatives, Mrs. Morrow created a festive math activity that will have your students working with Christmas marshmallows {Kraft comes out with \"Holiday Mallows\" - trees, gingerbread men, and stars - around the holidays} to practice sorting, counting, graphing, and reading graphs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate the marshmallows into sample sets for your kiddos to explore. With the mallows and recording sheets in hand, invite your students to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort their sample sets by type\/color of marshmallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and graph the number of each type on their recording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze the data collected determining and recording how many of each type\/color were in their sample, which type they had the most\/least of, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous winter math activity that your kiddos are sure to love {especially if they get to sample some of the sweet treats in their sample sets!}.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133153817,"sku":"A3860","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg?v=1522781864"},{"product_id":"reviewing-shapes-with-christmas-trees-a3862","title":"Reviewing Shapes with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1465\" title=\"Shape-Trees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shape-Trees.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Sequencing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-shapes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e posted a cute winter activity today that we thought we'd pass along! It's perfect for helping your kiddos review shapes, practice sequencing, and work with objects of different sizes. All you need is some green construction paper and scissors and you're ready to make your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e shape Christmas tree activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning, Linda suggests creating all the shapes - ovals, squares, triangles, circles, etc. Cut three of each shape - one small, one medium, and one large - and to reduce wear and tear, we recommend laminating all of the construction paper shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, invite your students to sort the shapes by type, then arrange each group by size on a work mat, stacking the shapes from largest {bottom} to smallest {top}. They'll end up with lots of cute shape trees and, if you provide dry erase markers in various colors, your kiddos can have some extra fun decorating and re-decorating all of them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other great learning ideas, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133678105,"sku":"A3862","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shape-Trees.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"snow-or-no-winter-animal-graphing-a3874","title":"Snow or No? - Winter Animal Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1524\" title=\"Animals-in-the-Snow\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Animals-in-the-Snow.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Science and Math Preschool Lesson Plans\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: whimsicalways.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelanie at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/whimsicalways.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/animals-snow-or-no.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhimsical Ways\u003c\/a\u003e shared this awesome winter graphing activity that we think would be a hit with your preschoolers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge poster board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic animal figurines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide your poster board into two sections - \"Animals that like snow\" and \"Animals that do not like snow\". As a group, sort the animal figurines into the proper category discussing what you know about each animal's natural habitat, special characteristics, etc. that make them a good candidate for that particular group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOther considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis could be a fun magnet activity. Instead of using poster board, label a large cookie sheet or inexpensive oil pan and print photos of the animals {attaching a magnet strip to the back of each} for your students to sort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a fun science and math activity for your kiddos to tackle this winter. Be sure to visit Whimsical Ways for this and other great early childhood activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136365081,"sku":"A3874","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Animals-in-the-Snow.jpg?v=1522781884"},{"product_id":"chocolate-box-patterns-a3882","title":"Chocolate Box Patterns","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1559 \" title=\"Chocolate-Candy-Patterns\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chocolate-Candy-Patterns.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.scholastic.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this cute patterning exercise over at Scholastic! Allie Magnuson, kindergarten teacher and featured writer at Scholastic, wrote a fabulous Valentine's Day lesson plan, with tons of great exercise ideas, so be sure to head over there for the full article. In the meantime, here's one of our favorite math activities Allie so kindly shared...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this exercise because it doesn't take too much prep work, it's perfectly themed for the holiday, and it offers a fun and inventive way to help students build visual discrimination skills as they work to distinguish one pattern from the next. Not working with patterns? Create an upper and lower case letter matching game, paste pictures on the hearts\/candy box and have students work with rhyming pairs, use the candy box sections to designate word families\/chunks and invite students to place the word or picture hearts in the proper place, etc. The possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this exercise and a whole host of other exciting Valentine's Day activities, be sure to read Allie's full article - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.scholastic.com\/classroom_solutions\/2011\/02\/valentines-day-sweets-heartbeats-across-the-curriculum.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eValentine's Day Sweets \u0026amp; Heartbeats Across the Curriculum for Kindergarten and PreK\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137839641,"sku":"A3882","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chocolate-Candy-Patterns.jpg?v=1522781893"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-sorting-letter-word-or-sentence-a3886","title":"Valentine's Day Sorting - Letter, Word, or Sentence","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1575\" title=\"V-Day-Sort\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/V-Day-Sort.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachingheart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you probably have your plans all set for the holiday, check out this adorable Valentine's Day sorting activity submitted by Debi, kindergarten teacher and creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shallowfordfalls.typepad.com\/dgoodman\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Goodman's Frog Blog\u003c\/a\u003e, to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/valentineactivities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart\u003c\/a\u003e. We love the conversation hearts theme and the literacy practice (oh, and the fact that there's a FREE printable to go along with the activity!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with a pocket chart or simply use the provided labels as sorting 'mats', inviting your students to determine whether the conversation heart features a letter, a word, or a sentence, placing the card under the proper heading. This is a fabulous way to show your preschoolers how letters are the building blocks of words and words the building blocks of sentences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also have your kiddos use the conversation hearts cards to play a sorting game in small groups. After shuffling the cards and passing an even amount to each player, have students flip their cards over at the same time and race to sort them onto simple columned game mats. The student who does this the quickest (and has them correct), wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome Valentine's Day themed literacy activity download, be sure to visit Teaching Heart! And don't forget to check out Debi's classroom blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734139052057,"sku":"A3886","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/V-Day-Sort.jpg?v=1522781899"},{"product_id":"hungry-frogs-counting-literacy-games-for-leap-day-a3891","title":"Hungry Frogs - Counting \u0026 Literacy Games for Leap Day!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1606\" title=\"easy-craft-ideas-hungry-300x225\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/easy-craft-ideas-hungry.jpg\" alt=\"Leap Day Math and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homemade-crafts.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this cute frog craft over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homemade-crafts.com\/easy-craft-ideas-creatures\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomemade-Crafts.com\u003c\/a\u003e and it got us to thinking - this concept could be used to make cute center activities for Leap Day! Here are a few thoughts...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e{Hungry Frogs} Counting. Place a numeral label onto each frog yogurt cup, provide students with a small bin of brown craft pom poms or pony beads, and have students \"feed\" each frog the appropriate number of \"flies\". This would be great for counting practice and strengthening numeral recognition! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e{Hungry Frogs} Beginning Letter Sounds. Script a different focus letter onto each frog cup and create fly object cards {like the example below}. \n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1605\" title=\"Frog-BegLetterSounds-Cards\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Frog-BegLetterSounds-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"Frog Themed Leap Day Literacy Game Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eBeginning letter sounds, Vv (violin \u0026amp; vase)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\nTell your children that the frogs are on a special diet and can only eat the flies with the objects that share the same beginning letter sound! This same concept can be tailored to help students explore rhyming pairs, word families, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e{Hungry Frogs} Positional Words. Have students use the frog cup and a brown pony bead \"fly\" to explore positional words...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fly is \u003cem\u003ebeside\u003c\/em\u003e the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fly is \u003cem\u003ebehind\u003c\/em\u003e the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fly is \u003cem\u003ein\u003c\/em\u003e the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fly is \u003cem\u003eunder\u003c\/em\u003e the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fly is \u003cem\u003eon\u003c\/em\u003e the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd so on!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMatching. Sorting. Ordering. Let your imagination go - we know these cutesy crafts can make a big impact in your learning centers this Leap Day! Be sure to visit Homemade-Crafts.com for the full tutorial!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140166169,"sku":"A3891","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/easy-craft-ideas-hungry.jpg?v=1522781906"},{"product_id":"summer-olympics-lego-ring-sorting-a3958","title":"Summer Olympics - LEGO Ring Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2273\" title=\"olympic ring sorting activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/olympic-ring-sorting-activity.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Olympics Color Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.toddlerapproved.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another great Olympics-inspired activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toddlerapproved.com\/2012\/07\/olympic-fun-lego-ring-sorting.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved\u003c\/a\u003e! {\u003cem\u003eWe've recently rediscovered Kristina and E.J.'s site and have been having a blast checking out all the new activities and resources! We highly suggest you head over there and explore!\u003c\/em\u003e} Invite your kiddos to test their sorting and color recognition skills with this fun homemade LEGO activity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a sorting mat using a piece of white poster board and construction paper, tracing and cutting Olympic rings from the colored paper and pasting them onto the poster board. Set the mat out with a basket of colored LEGO blocks and invite your preschoolers to sort the pieces into the appropriate ring based on color. You don't have to limit yourself to LEGOs though. You might also consider inviting your kiddos to scavenge around the room, collecting items to sort!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153207833,"sku":"A3958","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/olympic-ring-sorting-activity.jpg?v=1522781986"},{"product_id":"all-about-me-graphing-letters-measuring-more-a3964","title":"All About Me - Graphing, Letters, Measuring, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2298\" title=\"Eye-Color-Graphing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eye-Color-Graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and All About Me Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: preschoolsuperstars.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of the school year is a great time to incorporate an \"All About Me\" unit into your lesson plans. It's a great ice breaker, helps your students get to know each other, and helps you learn a little more about your students! Jessica over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolsuperstars.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/all-about-me-and-apples.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschool Superstars\u003c\/a\u003e offers lots of great activity ideas to include in your unit - from graphing to alphabet practice your kiddos will be kept occupied! Here's a sneak peek at the activities, however you'll have to visit the full post for the details!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What Color Are Your Eyes?\" (graphing, scissor skills, collecting\/analyzing data)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"I Have...\" (writing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How Tall Are We?\" (measuring, ordering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"My House\" glyph (counting, color recognition, following directions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What Letters Are In Your Name?\" (letter recognition, spelling, sorting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to Preschool Superstars for all of the these great 'get-to-know-you' activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734153895961,"sku":"A3964","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Eye-Color-Graphing.jpg?v=1522781990"},{"product_id":"apple-size-sorting-a3984","title":"Apple Size Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2428\" title=\"Apple-Sorting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Sorting.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Fall, and Johnny Appleseed Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: dolearnandexplore.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this fun apple themed math exercise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dolearnandexplore.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/apple-themed-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDo, Learn and Explore\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would go perfect with your back-to-school and\/or \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day\u003c\/strong\u003e lessons. While we're certain you've encountered apple size sorting activities before, we love that this exercise consisted of two parts. First, students were invited to sort colorful cards {the lesson plan links to a set of FREE apple size sorting cards in the event you didn't want to create your own!} then, for extra practice, they were invited to sort three-dimensional plastic apples. While sorting cards are great, allowing your students to explore the fruit - hold it, feel it, compare it, etc. - really brings life to the exercise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have access to plastic fruit, you might also consider using...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft pom pom \"apples\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay dough \"apples\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyrofoam craft balls painted red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis sorting exercise is just one of the many great apple themed activities shared at Do, Learn and Explore. Be sure to visit for links to the free downloads and for lesson ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159138841,"sku":"A3984","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Sorting.jpg?v=1522782021"},{"product_id":"apple-color-by-size-a3985","title":"Apple Color By Size","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2432\" title=\"fingerprintapples\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fingerprintapples.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Fall, and Johnny Appleseed Day Math Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 3dinosaurs.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the same vein as yesterday's post, we found another activity over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/3dinosaurs.com\/wordpress\/index.php\/fingerprint-apples\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e3 Dinosaurs\u003c\/a\u003e {created by the talented Cassie!} that will help your kiddos strengthen visual discrimination and learn to distinguish between objects of different sizes. While they won't be sorting physical cards or three-dimensional objects, in essence, your preschoolers will be grouping the shapes on the page; first, determining whether the image falls into the category of small, medium, or large, and then checking the key and coloring the apple in with the corresponding color. The best part is Cassie provides the activity worksheet for free at her blog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith its cutesy apple theme, we know this exercise would go great with your back-to-school or fall\/Johnny Appleseed Day lesson plans! Be sure to visit 3 Dinosaurs for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159302681,"sku":"A3985","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fingerprintapples.jpg?v=1522782022"},{"product_id":"halloween-math-spider-sifting-sorting-a3995","title":"Halloween Math - Spider Sifting \u0026 Sorting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2484\" title=\"Spider-Sifting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spider-Sifting.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween Math Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this awesome sensory math activity from Kim over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learninghypothesis.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/spider-sifting-and-sorting.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Learning Hypothesis\u003c\/a\u003e. Great for fine motor coordination as well as sorting and graphing practice, we think this would be a fantastic addition to your Halloween math centers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity all you'll need is a large plastic bin, colored rice, plastic spiders in assorted colors, and a sifting spoon. Additionally, Kim also created several data recording sheets to help her kiddos with the activity - a color sorting mat as well as a graphing worksheet. These printables helped her kiddos organize the collected 'data' in order to determine which color of spider they found the most of, least of, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome math activity, as well as suggested literature to pair with it, be sure to check out the full post over at The Learning Hypothesis!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734161793049,"sku":"A3995","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spider-Sifting.jpg?v=1522782038"},{"product_id":"fall-literacy-center-alphabet-pumpkins-a4005","title":"Fall Literacy Center - Alphabet Pumpkins","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2543\" title=\"Alphabet Pumpkin collage text\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alphabet-Pumpkin-collage-text.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.theimaginationtree.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese alphabet pumpkins from Anna over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.theimaginationtree.com\/2012\/10\/alphabet-pumpkins-and-5-playful.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Imagination Tree\u003c\/a\u003e are super colorful, offer a fun twist on traditional pumpkin decorating, and will provide your preschoolers with lots of great literacy practice! Not to mention, activity set-up is quite minimal; all you'll need is a pumpkin and adhesive foam letters\/numbers, and you're set!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce assembled, try one of the fun games Anna describes at her blog. We love that each promotes important early reading skills...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter and numeral identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter sound identification and making letter sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter and number discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper and lower case discrimination\/matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full post - game suggestions included - be sure to visit The Imagination Tree. {We recently stumbled across Anna's blog and it has become a fast favorite! Make sure you stick around a while and you'll find out why!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734164873241,"sku":"A4005","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Alphabet-Pumpkin-collage-text.jpg?v=1522782057"},{"product_id":"fun-sensory-bin-for-groundhog-day-a4027","title":"Fun Sensory Bin for Groundhog Day!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2718 \" alt=\"Groundhog Day Sensory Bin and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Letter-O-and-P-and-Groundhog-Day-012.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teachpreschool.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you have special plans for Groundhog Day? We found this sensory bin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/01\/exploring-groundhog-day-in-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would make a fun addition to your plans. While simple, it offers a great opportunity for sorting practice and playing games!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGame Ideas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\" data-mce-mark=\"1\"\u003eGlue two wiggle eyes onto a medium brown pom pom. Hide the \"groundhog\" among the colored craft puffs and invite your students to take turns finding it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHide vocabulary\/sight word, letter, or number cards among the pom poms. Invite students to take turns finding a card and identifying the word, letter, or numeral. If they identify it correctly, they get to keep the card. If not, have them put the card back in the box. The student with the most cards at the end, wins! [NOTE: For extra complexity, add a shadow card and sun card. If a student draws the shadow card, they must place all their cards back in the box. If a student draws the sun card, the game ends immediately and the student with the most cards wins.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few ideas! Be sure to visit Teach Preschool for this activity and lots of other learning resources!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734173327385,"sku":"A4027","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Letter-O-and-P-and-Groundhog-Day-012.jpg?v=1522782109"},{"product_id":"groundhog-day-beginning-letter-sounds-a4028","title":"Groundhog Day Beginning Letter Sounds","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2723\" alt=\"Groundhog Day Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Beginning-Sounds-Groundhog-Day.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this fun Groundhog Day lesson printable from Jo over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/GroundhogBeginningSoundActivity.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e! A perfect way to spice up your literacy center for the holiday, students are invited to sort picture cards based on their beginning letter sounds - those words beginning with the \"c\" sound are slipped into the cloud slot and those words beginning with the \"s\" sound are slipped through the sun slot. The best part is all you'll need are two recycled cake mix boxes and the printables!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, if you're in a pinch and don't have the materials for creating the sorting box, you can always...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eComplete the activity using a pocket chart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycle coffee cans or oatmeal containers, creating labeled \"burrows\" for your students to sort the cards into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate simple cloud and sun sorting mats for students to place their cards on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this FREE printable Groundhog Day activity, be sure to visit Making Learning Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734173589529,"sku":"A4028","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Beginning-Sounds-Groundhog-Day.jpg?v=1522782111"},{"product_id":"show-me-the-money-a4041","title":"Show Me The Money!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fact that United States monies, both bills and coins, are adorned with the faces of the most influential presidents of our country's history, makes money a natural addition to your President's Day lessons! We've been scouring the blogsphere and found some fun activities you might try with your kiddos...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2812\" alt=\"President's Day and Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Sort.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crisscrossapplesaucelearning.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWashington and Lincoln Coin Sort from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crisscrossapplesaucelearning.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/happy-presidents-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCriss-Cross Applesauce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2813\" alt=\"President's Day Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Money-Chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sharingkindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePenny and Nickel Compare\/Contrast {with FREE printables!} from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sharingkindergarten.com\/2012\/12\/money-money-money-freebie.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharing Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2814\" alt=\"President's Day Money and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Penny-Measuring.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMeasuring Lincoln's Top Hat {with Pennies!} from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/god-bless-america.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2815\" alt=\"President's Day Money and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Tally.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHeads or Tails Math Activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/PresidentsDay.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2816\" alt=\"President's Day Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Hunt.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: teachmama.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCoin Polishing and Penny Hunt from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teachmama.com\/2010\/02\/presidents-day-coin-polishing.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Mama\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2817\" alt=\"President's Day Science and Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Science-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: hummingbirded.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMoney Observation Station from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hummingbirded.com\/presidents.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Drake's Room\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2818\" alt=\"President's Day Craft for Kids and Money Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Mount-Rushmore-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thecraftyclassroom.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMount Rushmore Coin Craftivity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thecraftyclassroom.com\/ThemePatrioticCrafts.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Crafty Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2819\" alt=\"President's Day Science Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Presidents-Day-Penny-Experiment.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePenny Experiment from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsjumpsclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/america-part-2-and-spelling-chunks.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to follow the links to these great activity posts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734176473113,"sku":"A4041","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Presidents-Day-Coin-Sort.jpg?v=1522782128"},{"product_id":"the-foot-book-a4042","title":"The Foot Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foot Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a Seuss classic and a great book to include in your Read Across America\/Seuss birthday lessons! We found several great activities, games, and worksheets around the blogosphere that would make Seuss-tastic additions to your plans...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2828\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Printable-Unit.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foot Book Printable Unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We found this great printable unit over at Homeschool Share! With math, science, and language arts applications, as well as 3 printable activities, we know you'll find something for your kiddos to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2829 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Math Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Worksheets.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: storytime-storytime.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeet Matching \u0026amp; Patterning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Clemencia over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/storytime-storytime.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-foot-book-activities.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStorytime and More\u003c\/a\u003e featured these great Seuss-themed math worksheets and provides a FREE download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2830\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Adjectives.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: buggyforsecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjectives: Describing Feet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. This Seuss-tabular FREE worksheet comes from Kelley over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/buggyforsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/seusstabular-freebie-lunch-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBuggy for Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! Work as a class to create a list of describing words for feet {we're envisioning an adorable foot shaped anchor chart!}, then have them select their favorites to record on Kelley's adorable graphic organizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2831 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Matching Game Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Matching.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: raisingcreativeandcuriouskids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Feet Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We found this fun file folder game - including the link to the FREE printables - over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/raisingcreativeandcuriouskids.blogspot.com\/2012\/08\/the-foot-book-and-activity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative and Curious Kids\u003c\/a\u003e. Jen and her kiddos build visual discrimination and observation skills as they attempted to match the feet cards to the correct animal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2832\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Math Preschool Printable and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Measuring.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring with Feet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Amber over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2011\/02\/dr-seuss-unit.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e created these FREE math worksheets to help her kiddos practice measuring with non-standard units - feet! We love that students record their answers by coloring in the appropriate number of feet on the worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2833\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Antonyms.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: missdelk.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking with Opposites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Introduce your students to the world of opposites with this cute activity created by Miss. Delk over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/missdelk.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/dr-seuss-fun-week-later.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Miss Elizabeth\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2834\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Sorting Activity and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Sorting.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: becausetheylovetolearn.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft and Right Foot Sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Students are sure to have fun as they build visual discrimination skills, sorting the picture cards into the appropriate column - left foot or right foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2835 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Gross-Motor-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: readingconfetti.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Motor Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: The Foot Hop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Help your students get their wiggles out and develop gross motor skills with this fun game created by Lorie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.readingconfetti.com\/2011\/08\/foot-book-movement-activity.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eReading Confetti\u003c\/a\u003e! Simply place colorful construction paper foot cutouts around the floor and invite your kiddos to jump from foot to foot, trying not to touch the space in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2836  \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Foot-Book-Craft-for-Kids.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: meetthedubiens.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutesy Foot Craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Spice up craft time with this fun foot craft from Jill over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.meetthedubiens.com\/2011\/03\/footprints-for-dr-seuss-foot-book.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMeet the Dubiens\u003c\/a\u003e. Your kiddos will love getting to paint with their feet and the finished product is sure to become an instant keepsake when sent home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope these lesson ideas and activities are helpful as you plan your Seuss unit!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734176702489,"sku":"A4042","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Foot-Book-Printable-Unit.jpg?v=1522782129"},{"product_id":"fox-in-socks-a4044","title":"Fox in Socks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2850\" alt=\"Dr Seuss Fox in Socks Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fox-in-Socks-Book-Cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFox in Socks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is so much fun and, if you decide to add this book of tongue tanglers into your celebration of Dr. Seuss's birthday or lessons for Read Across America, here are some great exercises you might consider including!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2846 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy and Art Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fox-in-Socks-Art-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ericabohrer.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArt Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Combine early reading skills and a fun craft with this Seuss-tacular art center activity created by Erica of Erica Bohrer's First Grade! [NOTE: We found this activity via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.classroomfreebies.com\/2012\/03\/fox-in-socks-in-box-art-center.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom Freebies\u003c\/a\u003e.] As they follow the directions, your kiddos will think they're simply creating a quirky craft, when in reality, they'll be working with rhyming words, color words, and even positional words!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2848  \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Matching Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fox-in-Socks-Matching-Game.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: momto2poshlildivas.com | seusstastic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSock Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We found several awesome sock matching game ideas around the web! Whether you invite your kiddos to find matching pairs based on color\/pattern like the activity from Bern over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.momto2poshlildivas.com\/2011\/03\/dr-seuss-theme-fox-in-socks.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMom to 2 Posh Lil Divas\u003c\/a\u003e or have them find pairs of rhyming words like Mel of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seusstastic.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/seusstastic-seuss-week-freebies-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeusstastic Classroom Inspirations\u003c\/a\u003e did, we know your kiddos will have a blast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2847 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fox-in-Socks-Letter-Sounds-Craft.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: izziemacandme.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWords with an \"X\" Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Help your kiddos practice identifying the \"X\" sound with this adorable picture sort craftivity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/izziemacandme.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/storytime-from-z-fox-in-socks.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eIzzie, Mac and Me\u003c\/a\u003e! With FREE templates for creating the fox, your preschoolers are sure to enjoy decorating funky socks, assembling their fox, and sorting\/pasting picture cards on the \u003cdel datetime=\"2013-02-21T16:24:49+00:00\"\u003ebox\u003c\/del\u003e, er, craft!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2849 \" alt=\"Dr Seuss Preschool Printables and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fox-in-Socks-Printable-Unit.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFox in Socks Printable Unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Homeschool Share is at it again with a FREE printable unit that goes along with this fun Seuss-favorite! With a printable sock matching game - where students match themed vocabulary words with their picture - as well as language arts and life skill application activities, you're sure to find some great learning exercises to compliment your lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe hope you found these learning exercises and resources helpful! Be sure to follow the links to check out the full activity posts!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734177030169,"sku":"A4044","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fox-in-Socks-Book-Cover.jpg?v=1522782131"},{"product_id":"melted-bead-rainbow-magnet-a2635","title":"Melted Bead Rainbow Magnet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-5075 \" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/St.-Patricks-Day-Melted-Bead-Rainbow-Magnet.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: icanteachmychild.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day at home or perhaps used as a fun party favor for the classroom, these melted bead rainbows from Jenae over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/2013\/03\/melted-bead-rainbow-magnet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e are simply adorable! We love the idea of inviting your kiddos to sort their own beads. Perhaps you might provide them with a simple color sorting mat or a color counting\/sorting mat so they'll gather the correct number of beads needed. {See the examples below.}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Rainbow Craft for Kids and Math Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Sorting-Mat.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample bead color sorting mat. Students simply place the beads on the circle of the corresponding color.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Kids Craft and Math Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Bead-Sorting-and-Counting.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample bead sorting and counting mat. Students sort beads into columns, only placing beads in the squares that are colored. When finished, have your kiddos count the number in each column and write the totals in the spaces provided.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also love how the aluminum pie pan serves a dual purpose - first as a guide for creating the rainbow arc and second as an oven safe container for melting the beads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project post, be sure to visit I Can Teach My Child!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734178537497,"sku":"A2635","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/St.-Patricks-Day-Melted-Bead-Rainbow-Magnet.jpg?v=1522782139"},{"product_id":"spring-math-science-the-early-bird-catches-the-worm-a4060","title":"Spring Math \u0026 Science - The Early Bird Catches The Worm!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2916 \" alt=\"Spring Math and Fine Motor Building Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Worm-Fine-Motor-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: creativetots.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePretend play. Fine motor building. Counting. Color sorting. There are so many skills your preschoolers can review using this awesome spring bug themed activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/birds-eating-worms\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Tots\u003c\/a\u003e! Armed with simple clothespins, invite your kiddos to pretend to be birds, using the pins to 'catch' pipe cleaner worms that have been spread out across the floor or tabletop! Once caught, your preschoolers can...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply place the worms in a basket and, once they've caught them all, dump the worms back out for another student to 'catch'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort the worms by color onto a sorting mat or into color coded cans created from recycled Pringles cans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort the worms onto counting mats - identifying the numeral at the top of each mat, then 'catching' and placing the appropriate number of worms on the mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhatever variation you decide to, we know your preschoolers will have a blast with this learning game!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734182207513,"sku":"A4060","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Worm-Fine-Motor-Activity.jpg?v=1522782160"},{"product_id":"spring-science-3-fun-seed-trays-a4064","title":"Spring Science - 3 Fun Seed Trays","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat better way is there to celebrate Earth Day than actually getting your hands on soil and seeds? Whether you're looking for some fun hands-on activities for next Monday or are in need of a few extras for your spring gardening unit, check out these great activity tray ideas that offer your students an opportunity to explore seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3032 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fantasticfunandlearning.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Sorting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Provided with a bowl of seeds, small flower pots, and transferring tools like tweezers, scoops, etc. - invite your kiddos to sort the seeds by kind into the pots. Great for fine motor building and seed exploration, you can find all of the details at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fantasticfunandlearning.com\/fine-motor-and-sortingseed-tray.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFantastic Fun \u0026amp; Learning\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3033 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fantasticfunandlearning.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Have your kiddos try their hand at planting their own seeds! Armed with cotton balls, radish seeds, water, and a plastic Ziploc bag, have your preschoolers practice planting. Shaunna over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.fantasticfunandlearning.com\/starting-seeds-with-kids.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFantastic Fun \u0026amp; Learning\u003c\/a\u003e shares how she and her kiddos arranged their newly planted seeds in a sunny place and were able to see sprouts within 24 hours! Be sure to check out their full post - including planting directions - for the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3034 \" alt=\"Spring Gardening Unit and Earth Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Seed-Activity-Tray-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegoldengleam.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Matching.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Provide your kiddos with a bowl of seeds and seed drawings, inviting them to sort the seeds to the appropriate seed drawing. Another great, hands-on way for your preschoolers to explore actual seeds, handling and sorting the seeds also offers a great fine motor building exercise. Check out the full lesson idea at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thegoldengleam.com\/2012\/04\/seed-matching-free-printables.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Golden Gleam\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe awesome activity trays are sure to get your Earth Day and\/or spring garden unit off to a great start!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734183190553,"sku":"A4064","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Seed-Activity-Tray-1.jpg?v=1522782167"},{"product_id":"can-you-recycle-it-can-you-reuse-it-a4066","title":"Can You Recycle It? 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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":"fun-fall-centers-using-recycled-soda-bottle-apples-a4090","title":"Fun Fall Centers Using Recycled Soda Bottle Apples","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3235\" alt=\"Apple Themed Back To School and Fall Preschool Lesson Plans\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Recycled-Soda-Bottle-Apples-Preview.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e Photo Source: countrywomanmagazine.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember these amazing recycled soda bottle apples from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.countrywomanmagazine.com\/project\/recycled-soda-bottle-craft\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCountry Woman\u003c\/a\u003e? Not only are they cute and decorative, we think they'd also make some great classroom centers for back-to-school, fall, and\/or Johnny Appleseed day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber Sequencing \u0026amp; Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate ten or more soda bottle apples, using a black permanent marker (or another method) to label each with a different numeral. Set out with card stock apple cutouts, apple erasers, dried black bean \"apple seeds\", apple buttons, or other apple themed manipulatives, invite your kiddos to first place the numbered apples in order, then fill each apple with the appropriate number of manipulatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginning Letter Sound Sort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect four or five focus beginning letter sounds and label a soda bottle apple with each letter. Provide students with small picture cards and invite them to sort each card into the apple with the correct beginning letter sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter Sort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect four or five focus letters and label a soda bottle apple with each letter. Provided with letter cards that include both upper and lower case letters typed in different fonts, invite students to sort the letter cards into the appropriate apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Sort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate soda bottle apples and use spray paint to paint each a different color of the rainbow. Provided with a container of colored craft pom poms and tweezers, invite students to sort the pom poms into the apple of the same color. 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The sorting mats remind students that singluar means \"one\" and plural means \"two or more\", and the word cards include picture cues to help students determine which category they fit into!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe purchased the next two centers from Kathleen Pendersen's Dr. Suess packet and said her kiddos had a blast with them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dr%20seuss%20literacy%20center.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Warriors\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSight Word Spin \u0026amp; Write.\u003c\/strong\u003e In the first center, students are invited to spin two wheels; the first determines what sight word they will write and the second determines what writing 'tool' they will use - i.e. a fancy pencil, markers, or colored pencils! Students spin and write until they've filled their response sheet! [NOTE: The sight word wheel can be changed to fit the words your kiddos are currently working with!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dr%20seuss%20literacy%20center2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Warriors\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal v. Nonsense Words.\u003c\/strong\u003e The second center from Kathleen's packet has students deciding whether the letter dice they've rolled spell a real words vs. 'Suess words'\/nonsense words! 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In our search we came across this incredible Springtime Lapbook idea featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for ideas to get your preschooler practice in writing, matching, sorting, cutting, music, puzzles...well, you get the idea...you need to check out this lapbook! It covers virtually every skill you can imagine - all in a convenient lapbook, and all about Spring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpringtime Lapbook\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePutting the lapbook together will be relatively simple. 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Here are a few pictures of the complete book (you can follow the specific directions provided on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/06\/springtime-lapbook_13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e, or you can piece the elements together however you choose!):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Song Envelop\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-songs.jpg\" alt=\"Song Envelop for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Folder 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/springtime-lapbook-folder1.jpg\" alt=\"Folder 1 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Springtime Lapbook Folder 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spingtime-lapbook-folder2.jpg\" alt=\"Folder 2 for Springtime Lapbook\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the provided example, the two file folders are glued together to create a larger lapbook. 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