{"title":"Science Worksheets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"dissecting-a-pumpkin-a3296","title":"Dissecting A Pumpkin","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-151 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dissect-A-Pumpkin-Worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: nwf.org\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreschoolers possess an innate curiosity about the world and their surroundings. Incorporating simple, yet stimulating science lessons and exercises into your  curriculum that address some of these curiosities will help them begin to order and make sense of the world around  them. Additionally, through these exercises your students will learn \u003cem\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e to ask questions and \u003cem\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e to go about finding the answer. If you're looking for a seasonally appropriate science experience for your kidders, here’s a great fall  activity designed by the creators of the National Wildlife Federation’s  children’s publication \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRanger Rick\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that will aid your students in exploring pumpkins – inside and out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExercise Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will strengthen both math and science skill sets as they measure height, width, and circumference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will build upon their vocabulary as they describe what they observe during \"dissection\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will learn about the \"life cycle\" of a pumpkin as they explore both the seeds and the fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will strengthen fine motor skills and use creativity as they draw pictures of their observations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will hone writing and literacy skills as they dictate their observations for record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will learn about scientific procedure, making observations, keeping accurate records, labeling, and using scientific instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThere are many extensions you can incorporate in this activity as well:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explain what a prediction is and invite your students to predict how many seeds the pumpkin holds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor more practice with the scale, have students weigh the pumpkin before being hollowed and again afterward to find out how much the \"goop\" weighs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the difference between a fruit and a vegetable and invite your students to determine which group a pumpkin belongs to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis list could go on and on. So roll up your sleeves and prepare to get a bit messy with this fun pumpkin science worksheet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy carving!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734090620953,"sku":"A3296","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dissect-A-Pumpkin-Worksheet.jpg?v=1522781613"},{"product_id":"paper-food-cutouts-a3325","title":"Paper Food Cutouts","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-456 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/kids_food_printable2.jpg\" alt=\"worksheet with hand drawn pictures of common foods\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.filthwizardry.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't let these awesome (hand-drawn!) food printables from Lindsey Boardman at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.filthwizardry.com\/2009\/01\/colour-and-cut-out-food.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFilth Wizardry\u003c\/a\u003e fool you. While they \u003cem\u003elook\u003c\/em\u003e like they're only for pretend play, students will get so much more out of this exercise than a mere homemade toy (although they'll think that's pretty spectacular in and of itself!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Skill Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your preschoolers attempt to color the food items with the proper colors (i.e. color the broccoli green and the strawberries red, etc.), they practice recognizing common objects as well as strengthen cognitive development and recall as they attempt to remember the colors associated with these objects. The physical act of coloring engages and develops both the hand muscles and fine motor skills needed for future writing success. And additional fine motor practice (it's mastery important to everyday actions like dressing oneself, eating, etc.) is completed as students cut the newly colored food items from the worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo there you have it - not only are these printables fun to color and play with - they'll provide your preschoolers with important skill practice! While you can't laminate each students' individual food set, consider creating a laminated classroom set that can withstand the wear and tear of play and can be kept in the pretend corner permanently. You may already have plastic pretend food, but never underestimate the power of choice and alternative play materials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Filth Wizardry for the printables and other early childhood fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Playing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099370009,"sku":"A3325","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/kids_food_printable2.jpg?v=1522781666"},{"product_id":"learning-about-temperature-amp-sequencing-with-snowmen-a3333","title":"Learning About Temperature \u0026amp; Sequencing with Snowmen","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-541 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/SnowmanTemperatureSequ-1.jpg\" alt=\"snowman temperature sequencing cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a cute little science printable from Jo at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/SnowmanTemperatureSequencing.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e where your preschoolers will learn to make the connection between temperature and the 'life cycle' of a snowman! Each card features a snowman - in various stages of the melting process - as well as a thermometer displaying the approximate temperature at each 'life' stage. Students are then encouraged to place the cards in order, starting with a full snowman at the very coldest temperature and ending with a 'puddled' snowman at the very warmest temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents learn about thermometers - what they look like, what they're used for, and how to 'read' one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents learn that colder temperatures are represented by lower numbers (and create 'shorter' bars on the thermometer) and warmer temperatures are represented by higher numbers (and create 'taller' bars on the thermometer).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents practice number recognition as they decipher the temperature on each thermometer. If the numbers are too high\/hard, students will practice the concepts of \"taller than\" and \"shorter than\" as they order the cards (i.e. ordering the thermometers from tallest to shortest will reveal weather conditions from warmest to coldest and vice versa).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will practice the concepts of sequencing and ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents will learn about the 'life cycle' of snow (and snowmen!), particularly that as temperatures climb above freezing snow begins to melt and melts at different paces as it gets warmer and warmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis little exercise offers a chance for students to practice several basic skills while also learning about something new! Be sure to visit Making Learning Fun for the download and other great early childhood activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Sequencing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101467161,"sku":"A3333","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/SnowmanTemperatureSequ-1.jpg?v=1522781679"},{"product_id":"classifying-modes-of-transportation-a3334","title":"Classifying Modes of Transportation","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-545  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Transportation-Grouping.jpg\" alt=\"transportation-themed grouping worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.tlsbooks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity, designed by the creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tlsbooks.com\/kindergartenworksheets.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTLS Books\u003c\/a\u003e, would make a great addition to your class' transportation unit (or any other time during the year too!). Since the exercise \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e require a bit of reading, we suggest you complete this worksheet as a class or during one-on-one time with your students. Either way, your students will get practical experience with the concept of classification (or grouping) and learn about different modes of transportation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.S. If you don't have a transportation unit yet, be sure to check out this great post at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2914\/transportation-unit\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Lesson Plans\u003c\/a\u003e! It's sure to provide inspiration and ideas to get you started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorksheet Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we think the first activity is skill-appropriate for your preschoolers, we do suggest a few alterations\/considerations for the second (since it's unlikely that your preschooler reads and writes!). First, consider creating transportation flash cards to go along with each vehicle listed in the box. You could cut and paste the clip art from the worksheet onto index cards or use word processing software and clip art images found online (shown in the example below) to create the cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/TLS-Transportation-Unit-Flash-Cards-1.jpg\" alt=\"example vehicle flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/TLS-Transportation-Unit-Flash-Cards-2.jpg\" alt=\"example vehicle flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/TLS-Transportation-Unit-Flash-Cards-3-e1294687609144.jpg\" alt=\"example vehicle flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing file folders with simple picture labels or even a student drawn landscape (that includes water, land, and sky), have students sort or classify each transportation card by whether it travels over land, on water, or in the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use these cards as vocabulary builders, have students practice letter recognition and ordering by having them put the cards in alphabetical order, or print two copies to play memory\/matching games!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit TLS Books for the download and, while you're there, take a look at the many \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e excellent worksheets to print and use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Classifying!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101663769,"sku":"A3334","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Transportation-Grouping.jpg?v=1522781680"},{"product_id":"will-it-sink-or-float-printable-activity-mats-a3337","title":"\"Will It Sink or Float?\" - Printable Activity Mats","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-652 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/SinkFloatActivity.jpg\" alt=\"sink float preschool printable activity mats\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.hsprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found these sink\/float science activity mats at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.spelloutloud.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSpell Outloud\u003c\/a\u003e and had to share! A perfect activity for the coming spring months, all you need to do is print the mats, place them into plastic document protectors, and collect objects from around the classroom to test and sort.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompleting the Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin with a few objects, but allow your students to \"go on a treasure hunt\" collecting a few of their own items to test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students make predictions about each object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest each object - placing the items on the appropriate activity mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen finished have students count the number of objects on each mat and compare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your students to discuss why they think an object behaved a particular way - talk about weight, composition, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: If this is an individual science exploration, along with the other applications, students will also be able to practice their handwriting skills by tracing the words on the bottom of each activity mat with a dry erase crayon!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo download the activity mats be sure to visit Spell Outloud! The printable documents can be found under Maureen's \"D is for Ducks\" thematic unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Splashing!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103203865,"sku":"A3337","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/SinkFloatActivity.jpg?v=1522781689"},{"product_id":"weather-flash-cards-a3345","title":"Weather Flash Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-715  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Weather-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"printable weather cards for preschool\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: prekinders.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring just seems like an appropriate time to talk about the weather {probably because you're \u003cem\u003efinally\u003c\/em\u003e getting out of the winter funk, where it seems like the forecast every day is '\u003cem\u003ecloudy with a side of dreary, snowy cold'\u003c\/em\u003e, and into the wonderful world of spring, where the sun chases away the clouds, temperatures are on the rise, and raindrops seem more bearable than snow if it \u003cem\u003edoes\u003c\/em\u003e get cloudy!}. If you're just starting your weather unit, want to do a little 'spring review', or just want to introduce your students to some weather fun, be sure to download and print a copy of these terrific weather flash cards from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekinders.com\/weather-theme\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreKinders\u003c\/a\u003e! They're colorful, comprehensive, and best of all, quite useful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing Weather Flash Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese cards make a great addition to your 'morning board routine' - just print, cut, laminate, and incorporate them into your weekly weather chart. *For a great morning board\/routine example, check out Homeschool Creations or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\/Calendar.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a three-part matching game by printing out two sets of cards - leave one set whole {pictures \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e words} and cut the second one apart, inviting students to match the weather words with the correct picture using the whole flash cards as a guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign an interactive emergent reader for extra practice {now and in the future!}. Check out our example books from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/worksheets\/interactive-emergent-reader\/preschool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprevious posts\u003c\/a\u003e for inspiration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few of the ways in which you can use these fantastic weather cards! Be sure to visit PreKinders for the download and other great educational materials for your preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104776729,"sku":"A3345","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Weather-Cards.jpg?v=1522781699"},{"product_id":"all-kinds-of-weather-matching-worksheet-a3351","title":"All Kinds of Weather Matching Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-748 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/weathermatch.jpg\" alt=\"preschool weather matching printable worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.tlsbooks.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your preschoolers to develop their critical thinking skills with this weather-themed worksheet from \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tlsbooks.com\/preschoolthinkingskills.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTLS Books\u003c\/a\u003e - a fantastic site for free printables! Featuring black and white graphics {that just beg for you to get out the art box and add a bit of color!}, students must decide which weather condition the child(ren) in the picture are suited for. In some cases, the clothing choices are important (i.e. the raincoat and umbrella signify rain, etc.), while in other cases, your preschoolers must take into account the activity in which the figure is engaged (i.e. flying a kite signifies wind). This exercise offers your students a chance to explore relationship-building, hone observation skills, and strengthen problem solving skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet \u0026amp; Activity Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students use the images to begin a weather chart - paste a weather image in the header of each column, attach the appropriate\/matching picture in the column underneath, then find and paste pictures from old magazines, etc. that are relevant to each type of weather condition (i.e. an ice skater would be placed under \"Snowy\", a surfer would be glued under the heading \"Sunny\", etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter completing the exercise, use the images as journal prompts each day (i.e. Have your students glue the sun clip art image to the top of their paper and write or dictate, \"When it's sunny, I like to __________.\" or \"When it's sunny, I wear __________.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor further practice, cut the images apart, glue them to blank index cards, and use them to play a simple memory game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the download, be sure to visit TLS Books! And, while you're there, don't forget to peruse the awesome selection of free printables they offer!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105792537,"sku":"A3351","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/weathermatch.jpg?v=1522781705"},{"product_id":"earthworms-amp-measuring-spring-math-activity-a3352","title":"Earthworms \u0026amp; Measuring - Spring Math Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Worm-Measuring.jpg\" alt=\"worm measuring spring preschool math printable activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: myshaenoel.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is most definitely on the way {it will be official in t-minus 4 days!} bringing visions of glorious sun, beautiful blossoms, and...earthworms? According to Shauna, preschool teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/myshaenoel.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/worm-measuring-activity-download.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMy Shae Noel\u003c\/a\u003e, these slimy little creatures {and this great printable, of course!} are just the tool to get your preschoolers excited about measuring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't panic. Actual earthworms are \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e involved! Rather, Shauna suggests cutting sections of brown yarn for students to use. You might also consider using brown chenille stems. They're just as flexible and come pre-cut! The gist - armed with \"earthworms\" invite your students to find out how many \"worms long\" common classroom items are {i.e. their desk chair, a piece of paper, etc.}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are sure to have a blast with this activity! When the first worksheet is complete, Shauna offers a second \u003cem\u003ecustomizable \u003c\/em\u003eworksheet for your students to use independently during free time or as an extension to group learning time where items to be measured can be personally selected and scripted into the blanks {i.e. this worksheet doesn't come with a predetermined object\/image like the first}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider including the \"Worms \u0026amp; Math\" section of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3749\/discovering-the-world-preschool-science-activities\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis preschool science post\u003c\/a\u003e, where students take a closer look at real earthworms, explore the trails they make, and compare the lengths of the collected worms {in various units!}. It will be an activity they'll never forget!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always, be sure to visit My Shae Noel for the worksheet downloads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105923609,"sku":"A3352","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Worm-Measuring.jpg?v=1522781706"},{"product_id":"living-v-nonliving-sorting-cards-a3353","title":"Living v. Nonliving Sorting Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-756  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/living-nonliving-sort.jpg\" alt=\"living and nonliving science preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs spring bursts on the scene with an abundance of colorful blossoms and new life, March and the coming months can be a great time to broach the subject of living and nonliving things with your preschoolers. April Larremore, kindergarten teacher and creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/living-and-non-living-sort.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e, provides a fantastic set of sorting cards to supplement your lesson. The card images are diverse and dynamic, making this a great resource to have in the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few ways to utilize these fantastic cards in your classroom:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-41-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-41\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eIn the science activity center, set out the cards and two sheets of laminated construction paper - one labeled \"Living\" and the other labeled \"Nonliving\". Invite students to sort the cards, placing them on the proper sheet of paper.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eCut out and laminate the cards, attaching a strip magnet to the back of each. Use word processing software to create labels - \"Living\" and \"Nonliving\" - laminating them and using magnets to attach them to a white board or chalkboard. Invite your students to sort the cards, placing them under the correct heading.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eUse the printable to create an interactive emergent reader. Taking from the images, design a page for each card {i.e. \"A kiwi is ____________\", etc.}. Invite students to glue the appropriate card to the page and pen the correct category\/word - \"living\" or \"nonliving\".\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit April's blog for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Sorting!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106415129,"sku":"A3353","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/living-nonliving-sort.jpg?v=1522781709"},{"product_id":"zoo-animal-flash-cards-a3356","title":"Zoo Animal Flash Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-771 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Zoo-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"preschool zoo animal flash card printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: oopsey-daisy.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese adorable zoo animal flash cards can be found in the \"Z is for Zoo\" school packet at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/oopsey-daisy.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/z-is-for-zoo.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e {a blog designed and maintained by Alison a teacher, mother, and crafter who is kind enough to share her incredible creations!}. Along with other fantastic activity ideas and printables, these flash cards are sure to provide your preschoolers with tons of zoo animal fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few ways in which you can incorporate these cards into your lessons\/curriculum:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-42-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-42\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint, cut, and laminate the flash cards and have students use them to play a memory\/matching game.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint, cut, and laminate several sets of cards, inviting your students to practice simple patterning exercises {AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e, etc.}.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eInvite students to practice their sorting skills using unique parameters {i.e. animals I like vs. animals I dislike, animals I've seen vs. animals I have yet to see, etc.}. You might also consider using the cards to collect data about the class as a whole, having students 'vote' on different prompts {i.e. favorite zoo animal, least favorite zoo animal, etc.} and creating bar graphs of the results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-42.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 4\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-87\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eHave students try their hand at \"Animal Charades\". Place the zoo animal flash cards into a basket, inviting student a volunteer to draw a card, act out the animal for their classmates, and continue giving clues until their fellow students guess the animal on the card. You could do a similar \"Pictionary\" activity, having a volunteer \u003cem\u003edraw\u003c\/em\u003e the animal while classmates guess.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-5\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-51.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 5\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 5\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-128\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eHave students practice ordering the animals several different ways - alphabetically, from biggest to smallest {this exercise will take previous research as to animal weights, etc. and can be a fun learning activity even if students do not get the order correct}, tallest to shortest, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever you decide to use the cards, the adorable graphics and adaptability of the printable make them a great resource for the preschool classroom! Head on over to Oopsey Daisy for the download and, while you're there, be sure to check out the rest of the \"Z is for Zoo\" unit!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106742809,"sku":"A3356","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Zoo-Flash-Cards.jpg?v=1522781711"},{"product_id":"baby-farm-animal-match-up-a3357","title":"Baby Farm Animal Match Up","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-777 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Baby-Animal-Match.jpg\" alt=\"baby farm animal preschool matching game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: momto2boys24.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn keeping with the animal theme we've had going on lately, we discovered a fun \"Farm Life Unit Study\" created by Lauren, mom, homeschooler, and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/momto2boys24.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/unit-study-farm-life.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLAWTEEDAH\u003c\/a\u003e. The adorable graphics are sure to draw your preschoolers in and the activities will certainly pique their interest - especially the baby animal match up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most of your kiddos have been making the distinction during play time or reading time between \"mommy\" or \"daddy\" animals and \"baby\" animals, they'll be delighted to learn that each animal baby has a proper name! Students will learn new vocabulary words, practice visual discrimination, and strengthen problem solving skills as they complete this cute matching exercise.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Extensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-43-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-43\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eLauren includes five different matches {chicken\/chick, sheep\/lamb, pig\/piglet, horse\/foal, cow\/foal}. Consider expounding on this activity incorporating other common farm animal matches - dog\/pup, cat\/kitten, goat\/kid, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eProvide students with old National Geographic magazines, zoo pamphlets, etc., inviting them to find and cut a picture that will match each set.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eAdd a listening component to your matching game. Find and play for your students a track of each animal sound, inviting your kiddos to hold up the correct set of animal cards as you go.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-42.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 4\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-87\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eAdd a sensory component to your matching game. Provide your students with different textures:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, coarse fur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, soft fur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd an assortment of other textures...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAs students make matches with the cards, have them choose the texture that matches (or closely resembles) that of the animal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Lauren's site for the download and check out the other activities in her farm life study unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Matching!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734106906649,"sku":"A3357","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Baby-Animal-Match.jpg?v=1522781712"},{"product_id":"digging-for-knowledge-soil-exploration-worksheet-a3358","title":"Digging for Knowledge: Soil Exploration Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-783 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/soil-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"exploring nature soil preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStephanie, first grade teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/diggin-up-some-soil.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Fabulous Fish\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this fantastic worksheet and soil exploration activity that's perfect for spring. While your preschoolers may need a bit more assistance with the experiment, this is still a fabulous exercise to complete as the weather gets warmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend a note home to parents asking them to help your students collect a sample of soil from their backyard. Practicing proper \"sample collection protocol\" by labeling it with the date, time, and location of the sample. Invite them to help their child draw a map of their yard, labeling important land features (i.e. ponds, trees, flower beds, etc.) and marking where the sample was taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack in class, complete and examination of the soil using the worksheet as a guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp your students pinch a sample of the soil and tape it to the paper and describe what it looks like to the naked eye - texture (sand, clay, silt, etc.) and color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDumping a bit of their sample into a tray, provide students with a magnifying glass and have them look at it up close. Encourage them to look for variations in particle size, leaves, twigs, and other organic matter, drawing pictures of what they see in the space on the worksheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter examining their own samples, invite your preschoolers to look at the samples of three of their friends to see how they compare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a look at the maps to see if there is any correlation between the composition of each student's sample and the area in which it came from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it may not be the \"in-depth\" experiment you imagine it to be, your preschoolers will certainly benefit from the hands-on exploration of nature - learning how to ask questions, use different scientific tools, making observations, and making comparisons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fabulousfish-stephanie.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/soil-explorations.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade Fabulous Fish: Soil Explorations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107594777,"sku":"A3358","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/soil-worksheet.jpg?v=1522781715"},{"product_id":"animals-amp-their-sounds-a3361","title":"Animals \u0026amp; Their Sounds","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/animal-sounds-matching-cards.jpg\" alt=\"animal sounds matching game preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.montessoriprintshop.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this animal sound matching game at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.montessoriprintshop.com\/Free_Montessori_Materials.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMontessori Print Shop\u003c\/a\u003e (via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLivingMontessoriNow.com\u003c\/a\u003e). It's a great way to teach your preschoolers about animals {a fun spring lesson!}, add some new vocabulary words to their repertoire, and cultivate important skills. Without images or other visual clues, this activity is sure to be a bit more challenging than most, forcing your kiddos rely on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir knowledge of letters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir problem solving skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the visual discrimination skills they've cultivated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Giraffe-Example-Animal-Card.jpg\" alt=\"homemade animal flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTweaking the Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find that the activity is too difficult for you students, consider creating animal flash cards to go with them like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2906\/alphabetizing-animals\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethese\u003c\/a\u003e. On the first animal card, add the animal name, and on the second, include the animal sound. This will just add another dimension to learning - providing visual and memory clues for your students to use when making matches. It might even be nice to have your students \u003cem\u003estart\u003c\/em\u003e by matching these cards, familiarizing themselves with the new vocabulary, then add in the vocabulary\/text cards and the sentence strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-25 alignnone\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107824153,"sku":"A3361","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/animal-sounds-matching-cards.jpg?v=1522781717"},{"product_id":"garden-vegetable-flash-cards-spring-botany-unit-a3363","title":"Garden Vegetable Flash Cards - Spring Botany Unit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-815  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2415781310_477234523c_b.jpg\" alt=\"printable vegetable flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.flickr.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a way to help your preschoolers recognize and distinguish common garden vegetables? These spectacular vegetable flash cards from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jojoebidesigns.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ejojoebi designs\u003c\/a\u003e {we found via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/2011\/03\/31\/free-montessori-botany-materials-for-a-gardening-unit\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e} are the perfect way! The vivid images are memorable, the text introduces new vocabulary for your little learners, and the cards can be introduced seamlessly into your classroom workshops and centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlash Card Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-46-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-46\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint two copies of the flash cards, place them face down on a flat surface, and invite your students to play a memory\/matching game.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eCreate three-part learning cards by printing two sets of flash cards, leaving one set whole, and cutting the second {image and text} apart.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003eHave students sort the flash cards based on different variables - color, like\/dislike, eaten\/not eaten, alphabetical, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit jojobi designs’ \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jojoebi\/sets\/72157604544026454\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlickr page\u003c\/a\u003e for the set of 20 printable vegetable flash cards!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108348441,"sku":"A3363","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2415781310_477234523c_b.jpg?v=1522781719"},{"product_id":"the-life-cycle-of-an-apple-spring-botany-unit-a3364","title":"The Life Cycle of an Apple - Spring Botany Unit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-823 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/apple-life-cycle.jpg\" alt=\"preschool printable apple life cycle\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.montessoriforeveryone.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring offers the perfect opportunity for your preschoolers to explore botany and gardening. And, as your students discover the many flowering plants and trees of spring, learn the difference between vegetables and fruits, and maybe even try their hand at gardening, reintroducing the concept of life cycles just seems to fit right in {we say reintroduce because there are many opportunities for delving into this concept - pumpkins, butterflies, spiders, etc. - and you may have already covered it in a different unit}. We found this great apple life cycle printable at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.montessoriforeveryone.com\/Cultural-Materials_ep_61-1.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMontessori for Everyone\u003c\/a\u003e and thought it would compliment the unit nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith it, students will...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the life cycle of an apple using both visual and textual clues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn new vocabulary words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the cyclical nature of all life cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students use the cards to create their own chart of the apple life cycle, print two sets in order to play a memory\/matching game, create three-part learning cards by printing two sets and cutting one {text and picture} apart, or design an interactive emergent reader that makes use of the cards to tell the story of the apple. Be sure to visit Montessori for Everyone for the download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108577817,"sku":"A3364","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/apple-life-cycle.jpg?v=1522781720"},{"product_id":"fruit-flash-cards-spring-botany-unit-a3365","title":"Fruit Flash Cards - Spring Botany Unit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-827 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1924825972_7afc98d9f9_b.jpg\" alt=\"fruit three part printable matching flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.flickr.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan't believe we missed \u003cem\u003ethese\u003c\/em\u003e while we were gabbing about the awesome \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3363\/garden-vegetable-flash-cards-spring-botany-unit\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003evegetable flash cards\u003c\/a\u003e at jojobi designs, but here are their counterparts - \u003cem\u003efruit\u003c\/em\u003e flash cards! There are plenty of ways to incorporate this phenomenal learning resource into your classroom activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlash Card Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce students have had plenty of practice, combine these with the vegetable flash cards for sorting practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut out and laminate each card, binding them together with a binder ring to create a handy flash card book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with the vegetable cards, use these to create:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA matching\/memory game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-part learning cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious sorting exercises - color, like\/dislike, eaten\/not eaten, alphabetical, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit jojobi designs' \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jojoebi\/sets\/72157604544094330\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlickr page\u003c\/a\u003e for the set of 24 printable fruit flash cards!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108708889,"sku":"A3365","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1924825972_7afc98d9f9_b.jpg?v=1522781721"},{"product_id":"gardening-preschool-pack-from-homeschool-creations-a3368","title":"Gardening Preschool Pack from Homeschool Creations","description":"\u003cp\u003eJolanthe from \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.com\/gardenpreschoolpack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e created this fantastic interdisciplinary, multi-skill printable gardening unit that would be perfect for spring and learning about the Earth. Featuring twelve colorful activities, here are a few of the highlights {as always, you'll have to visit Jolanthe's site for the full scoop}!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-853\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gardening-1.v1.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden cutting and fine motor skill preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScissor Skills.\u003c\/strong\u003e In this exercise, students help 'water the flowers' by cutting on the line in order to connect the watering can to the colorful blooms. Jolanthe provides two scissor skill worksheets that can be printed onto different weights of paper to provide exercise variations. For additional fine motor practice, you might also consider laminating a copy of each worksheet, or sliding them into a plastic document sleeve, and placing a copy in the writing center along with a dry erase marker or crayon to use for tracing. Along with building hand strength, coordination, and learning how to properly hold a writing tool, the activity also provides pre-writing practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-854\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gardening-2.v1.jpg\" alt=\"spring gardening writing patterns preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting Patterns.\u003c\/strong\u003e While similar to the activity extension above, this pattern writing worksheet offers much more complex pre-writing practice - helping students practice directional movement, apply proper hand position, recognize the difference between drawing and writing, etc. Print onto the back of recycled worksheets or laminate for use with dry erase crayons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-855\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gardening-3.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden colors and shapes preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors \u0026amp; Shapes in Bloom.\u003c\/strong\u003e This activity is great because it requires your students to practice several concepts\/skills at once - shapes, colors, color word recognition, and shape word recognition. Cut the descriptions from the flowers, inviting students to match the pieces, or have your students paste the blooms into a booklet, highlighting the color words and circling the shape words {or both!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-856\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gardening-4.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden parts of a plant preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts of a Flower.\u003c\/strong\u003e With this fun puzzle worksheet, students will learn new vocabulary words and about the basic parts of a plant. First, invite students to construct the flower, placing the cards in the correct order, then match the appropriate vocabulary words to each part. Once they've had exposure to the words, have them play memory\/matching games with the flower and vocabulary cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-857\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gardening-5.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden story sequencing preschool printable activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: homeschoolcreations.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory Sequencing.\u003c\/strong\u003e This activity goes along with the book, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJack's Garden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, by Henry Cole. After reading the story, invite your students to take these story event strips and put them in the correct order. This can be done as a class, in small groups, or as an individual assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few of the incredible activities Jolanthe has in store for your kiddos in her gardening unit. Be sure to visit her blog for more information and for the free download!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning! \u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-25 alignnone\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109069337,"sku":"A3368","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gardening-1.v1.jpg?v=1522781724"},{"product_id":"a-garden-of-goodies-a3369","title":"A Garden of Goodies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe found this next gardening unit full of free printable worksheets at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lightningbuglit.com\/lets-share\/freebies\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLightning Bug Literacy\u003c\/a\u003e and thought we'd share a few of our favorite exercises!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-862 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-1.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower life cycle preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Life Cycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Teach your preschoolers about the life cycle of a plant - what it needs to grow, the proper vocabulary words {i.e. sprout, bud, etc.}, and what it looks like at each step - with this fun sequencing activity. To touch on the cyclical nature of life cycles, consider having your students use the cards to create a diagram on a piece of construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-863 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-2.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden flower counting preschool printable activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Counting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Invite your kiddos to practice numeral recognition and counting with these fun, brightly colored flower cards. Complete ordering activities, having students place all the flower cards in the correct numerical sequence {both regular and skip counting}, and fine motor counting activities, inviting students to place the correct number of clothespins or other math manipulatives on the cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-864 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-3.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden silhouette matching preschool printable worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilhouette Matching.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this silhouette matching game to start off the morning, as a transition between activities, or at the match center. As they search for the correct pairs, students will familiarize themselves with common garden objects, hone observation skills, and build problem solving skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-865 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Flowers-4.jpg\" alt=\"spring garden three part puzzle matching cards preschool printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lightningbuglit.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-Part Vocabulary Cards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Invite your students to strengthen observation skills, problem solve, learn new vocabulary words, and hone visual discrimination skills with these three-part vocabulary\/puzzle cards of common gardening items. Students will have fun building each picture and associating the vocabulary words with the picture they describe. Start with two sets of cards - one whole and one cut apart - having students use the whole cards as a guide when matching the other pieces. As they get used to the exercise, take away the guide deck and test students' knowledge\/retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more great gardening exercises and printables, be sure to visit the full post at Lightning Bug Literacy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Learning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109233177,"sku":"A3369","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Flowers-1.jpg?v=1522781725"},{"product_id":"earth-day-sorting-activity-a3371","title":"Earth Day Sorting Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-876 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/recycle.jpg\" alt=\"Earth day recycling preschool printable activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: planetpals.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your Earth Day discussion on recycling, have your kiddos complete this fun sorting exercise from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/planetpals.com\/PP_recycle_game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePLANETPALS\u003c\/a\u003e! Students are invited to consider the items presented, decide whether they can be recycled or thrown away, then draw a line to the appropriate receptacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou might also consider...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding students with columned paper and inviting them to cut out the items and paste them under the correct heading - \"Recycle\" or \"Throw Away\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollecting a 'sample' of each item presented on the worksheet. In bins labeled \"Recycle\" or \"Throw Away\", have students work together to sort the items into the proper container. After a class discussion, invite students to record the final results on their worksheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a recycling emergent reader using the 'trash' objects. In a pre-made booklet, invite students to cut and paste one of the items on each page. Have students designate whether it can be recycled and, if it can, have them draw\/write\/describe one or two things it can be made into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit PLANETPALS for this and other Earth Day downloads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Sorting!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734109626393,"sku":"A3371","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/recycle.jpg?v=1522781727"},{"product_id":"spring-birds-thematic-unit-part-2-a3375","title":"Spring Birds Thematic Unit, Part 2","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-916 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Birds6.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bird Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Jolanthe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.homeschoolcreations.com\/birdpreschoolpack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e and Carisa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\/preschoolpackbirds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e have teamed up to create this \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efabulous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e spring bird preschool pack! Hurry on over to their sites for the download ~ in the meantime, here are a few of our favorite activities that place this series of preschool printables in the \"don't miss\" column!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second series of printables, created by Carisa, invites your students to strengthen fine motor skills, practice writing patterns, engage visual discrimination skills, review colors, learn color sight words, discover simple and complex patterns, and much much more! We'd love to feature each and every worksheet, but here's a small taste of what she has in store...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-912\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/birds-11.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bird Writing Patterns Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to try their hand at a little pre-writing practice with this fun pattern writing exercise. As students complete the activity {with a pencil or dry erase marker}, they will build hand muscles important for writing, learn proper pencil position, and discover the directional movement of writing. [NOTE: Once the exercise is complete, offer your preschoolers a pair of scissors for some extra fine motor building!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-913\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/birds-21.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bird Sorting Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it's likely your preschoolers practice some form of sorting in their everyday play, challenge their skills with this fun bird\/bird house sort! Students build fine motor coordination as they cut and paste the activity tiles to the proper column and, while it may be overly simplified, this can be a great introduction to differentiating between living and nonliving things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-914\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/birds-31.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Bird Sight Word Recognition Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for your literacy center, students will build vocabulary and sight word recognition as they search through this guided story worksheet for the high frequency words listed on their accompanying activity sheet. 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You might simply pick out a few bugs to study or do a more in-depth study {i.e. Working Our Way Through the Alphabet...One Bug at a Time! \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003ents, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003eutterflies, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003erickets, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003eragonflies, etc}. Whatever you decide, here's a fantastic set of printables from Brandy Shutt and Lynn Pitts, contributors to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.homeschoolshare.com\/ant_lapbook.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Share\u003c\/a\u003e, to get you started. They can be used individually or together to create a learning lapbook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere's a sneak peek at a few of the activities in the pack...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eA Year in the Life of an Ant.\u003c\/em\u003e In this activity, students will learn when ants build nests, when it's time to lay eggs, approximatly how long it takes for larvae to mature, how and when ants prepare for the winter, and how long ants hibernate. An interesting extension to this activity might be for students to create a book of their own - \"A Year in the Life of _________ [insert student's name]\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWho's Who in the Ant Colony.\u003c\/em\u003e Students will learn about the different roles played by ants in the colony {and, of course, what a \u003cem\u003ecolony\u003c\/em\u003e actually is!}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAnt Anatomy.\u003c\/em\u003e With this activity, students will learn about the various parts of an ant {and other interesting facts like how many stomachs an ant has, what they're used for, etc}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few of the wonderful resources you'll find from Brandy and Lynn at Homeschool Share! While some of the terms and vocabulary might be a bit advanced, remember that these activities can certainly be adapted to the skill level of your preschoolers. Be sure to follow the link in order to download these awesome resources! [NOTE: You'll also be thrilled to note that the research needed to complete these activities has already been compiled for your convenience!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111625241,"sku":"A3381","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Ant-Lapbook.jpg?v=1522781739"},{"product_id":"nature-bingo-a3380","title":"Nature BINGO","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1108\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nature-Bingo.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Nature BINGO Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: totallytots.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an educational way to get outdoors and soak up the sun? Cindy, creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.gironlife.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlong the Way\u003c\/a\u003e and featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/totallytots.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/touch-feel-learn-nature-bingo.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTotally Tots\u003c\/a\u003e, found this simple BINGO game that will have your little explorers observing and learning about the world around them {all while breathing some much needed fresh air in the 'great outdoors'!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheet Fun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each of your students with a game board and a pencil {or a fun sheet of stickers!}. Cindy recommends playing one of two ways: 1) A student wins when they cross off three items in a row or 2) A student wins when they've crossed off all the items on their game board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeveral considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf completing the activity with a larger group, adapt the original worksheet to create different versions of the game card to keep things interesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the game card features natural elements that are not abundant in your area, replace them with more common items {or just use the game board as inspiration for creating your own game!}. Consider touring the school grounds to create a list of elements your kiddos are sure to come across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack inside, invite your students to cut the game card apart and paste these images onto a page in their science journal as a heading for their entry. In each entry they might:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw and describe where they found the item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimate how many items {i.e. acorns, bees, etc.} were at the location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a map that will help someone else find the item's location {including important landmarks, etc.}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a scientific drawing of the item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe where a classmate found the time {if they were unable to cross it off their list}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Totally Tots for this fantastic download! While the feature was written and the activity completed by Cindy, we did want to mention that the worksheet was actually created by Jolanthe of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/homeschoolcreations.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHomeschool Creations\u003c\/a\u003e. :) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111690777,"sku":"A3380","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Nature-Bingo.jpg?v=1522781739"},{"product_id":"graphing-seeds-amp-analyzing-the-data-a3385","title":"Graphing Seeds \u0026 Analyzing the Data","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fantastic spring\/summer math and science lesson for your preschoolers is to have them sort and graph various garden seeds. Here we featured a seed graphing lesson from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.creativetots.com\/blog\/seed-graphing\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreative Tots\u003c\/a\u003e and we decided to make some printables to go along with it, just in case you and your preschoolers wanted to try it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spring Math Graphing Preschool Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/seed-graphing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphing Seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide your kiddos with a Ziploc bag containing 10 different types of seeds {in varying amounts!}. Invite them to first sort the seeds by type, then glue them to the graphing worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Spring Plant and Seed Science Preschool Lesson\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/seed-graphing-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ageofisabella.wordpress.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalyzing the Data.\u003c\/strong\u003e Using seed identification cards, like the ones we found at Age of Isabella {pictured above}, have your kiddos analyze their data. Have them identify and count to find out which seed they have the most of, the least of, etc. Invite them to record their answers in their science\/math journal or print out our simple sample recording sheet. After students analyze their own data, come together as a class to compile and analyze the results {i.e. how many had more sunflower seeds than any other seed, etc}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734113558553,"sku":"A3385","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/seed-graphing_c8226e4d-4f1d-44eb-9803-f88cc7b2ff61.jpg?v=1522781751"},{"product_id":"sight-word-sensory-box-amp-graphing-activity-a3391","title":"Sight Word Sensory Box \u0026amp; Graphing Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1176\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sight-word-sensory-bin.jpg\" alt=\"Sight Word Sensory Bin Activity Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com | shiningourlights.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your preschoolers review high frequency words with this fantastic activity from Carisa at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/you-can-read-add-ons.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e. {And yes, we \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e realize that we've been featuring quite a few of Carisa's printables lately! They're just so great! Stephanie at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shiningourlights.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/sight-word-sensory-box-word-graph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShining Our Lights\u003c\/a\u003e thinks so too - she and her boys worked on this exact activity several weeks ago.} Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare a sensory bin with colored rice, beads, or another colorful material that can easily be sifted through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut out and laminate the word strips, hiding them in the sensory bin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmed with tweezers and a shallow bowl, invite your students to take turns finding the high frequency words in the sensory box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce collected, have your kiddos sort the words and use the graph to record the number of each word found. Analyze the data finding which word students found the most of, least of, etc. Discuss vocabulary like more than, less than, equal, and other comparative math terms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther considerations...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHide the words around your classroom or home and invite your kiddos to go on a scavenger hunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue the words onto a piece of construction paper in random order. 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Based on a fantastic list of zoo literature, students will love reading the books as a class and completing the various exercises that go along with them. This multi-book theme unit features various lapbook exercises as well as individual activities for you to choose from. The best part is, Ami provides the answer keys to each exercise so they truly require little work on your part!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1220\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/zoo-book.jpg\" alt=\"Zookeeper Occupations Fill-in Book Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.homeschoolshare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample Activity: {Occupations} Zookeeper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading Mary Jean Hendrick's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf Anything Ever Goes Wrong at the Zoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, invite your kiddos to think about the different duties performed by a zookeeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey train animals in order to take care of them better. For example, zookeepers train grizzly bears to stick their long claws through the fence so that they can be cut and shaped {for safety purposes}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey feed the animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZookeepers maintain the animals' living spaces - clearing out waste, cleaning up unsafe debris, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter brainstorming a list of zookeeper duties, have students use Ami's \"Zookeeper Hot Dog Book\" printable {pictured above right} to record each of them using drawings and simple sentences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Homeschool Share for this and many other fantastic zoo activities\/printables!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734118735897,"sku":"A3398","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/zoo1.jpg?v=1522781782"},{"product_id":"ice-cream-themed-hot-cold-sorting-mat-a3400","title":"Ice Cream Themed Hot\/Cold Sorting Mat","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/hot-cold-sorting-mat.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Sorting Science Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.hsprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go along with her Preschool\/Toddler Ice Cream Unit, Maureen of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hsprintables.com\/icecream.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSpell Outloud\u003c\/a\u003e created this adorable hot and cold printable sorting activity. Perfect for a hot summer day, consider printing the sorting mat and object cards onto card stock and laminating them to hold up to the wear and tear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScience Center Fun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart off with a hands on exploration of hot and cold items. Maureen suggests ice cubes and warm mugs - you could also use gel hot and cold packs, one frozen and the other made warm in the microwave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk about safety issues as related to both temperature extremes {why we should dress properly in the winter, why we should always be careful when cooking\/taking things out of the microwave, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your kiddos to brainstorm things that are cold\/hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your students with the hot\/cold sorting exercise. If you want more cards to sort, consider making your own to add to the set or print a set of cards from this activity at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/filefolderfun.com\/Pages\/PreschoolScience\/HotorCold.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFileFolderFun.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to your kiddos about the concept of opposites. Invite them to create a list of opposites - tall\/short, narrow\/wide, big\/small, etc. - perhaps even illustrating some of the concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Maureen's blog for these fun printables and other ice cream themed activities that are certain to fit perfectly with your summer lesson plans!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734118965273,"sku":"A3400","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/hot-cold-sorting-mat.jpg?v=1522781784"},{"product_id":"bug-themed-worksheets-for-preschool-a3412","title":"Bug Themed Worksheets for Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1320\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/TVHC-Tot-Pack.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Skill Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarisa of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/bugs-theme-printables-more.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e compiled this great list of summer bug themed printables that would be prefect for your preschool classroom. She's included everything from lapbooks and play dough mats to word cards and an accordion book - so much fun for your kiddos to have! Here's a sneak peek at our favorite printable{s}...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the tot pack Carisa created featuring Eric Carle's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e! Not only is it perfect for use with a literary unit of your Carle favorites, it also works fantastically with a summer unit about bugs. Each tot pack activity is so well thought out and looks über cute! Your kiddos will have fun...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentifying shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning \"Very Hungry Caterpillar\" ABCs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSequencing different size objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...and much much more! Be sure to head on over to 1+1+1=1 for these and other great bug theme printables!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734122045465,"sku":"A3412","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/TVHC-Tot-Pack.jpg?v=1522781802"},{"product_id":"summer-star-unit-constellation-activity-cards-a3418","title":"Summer Star Unit - Constellation Activity Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1359 \" title=\"ConstellationCards\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ConstellationCards.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Space Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eLeft: www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca | Right: www.science-teachers.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer, with its warm clear nights, is the perfect time of year to do some star gazing and, subsequently, tackle a space unit! We found two sets of constellation cards that would make a great introduction to the unit. While your little ones probably won't catch onto names like 'Sagittarius the Archer' or 'Cassiopeia the Queen', they'll be amazed to find that, just as they search for shapes in the passing clouds, shapes can be found in the night sky too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found the first set of cards at the National Research Council Canada website {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/on-our-shelves-january.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e}. Eight cards total, each card comes with a brief summary of how the constellation came to be. The second set is a bit more comprehensive {i.e. includes more constellations} with 28 constellation cards, but does not provide a history with each card. We found the second set at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.science-teachers.com\/constellation_flashcards.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience-Teachers.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstellation Card Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your kiddos with a fun fine motor activity, inviting them to use a jumbo push pin for a little constellation pin punching! Either set will work great for this exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint two sets of constellation cards and have your kiddos test their memory\/matching skills with a game of concentration. The larger set of cards would probably work better for this activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing several sets of the cards, invite your kiddos to play a game of constellation 'Go Fish'! This exercise will work best once your students have had some exposure to the different constellations {and their names!}.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734123356185,"sku":"A3418","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ConstellationCards.jpg?v=1522781809"},{"product_id":"summer-star-unit-my-stargazing-journal-a3419","title":"Summer Star Unit - My Stargazing Journal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1366\" alt=\"Summer Science Preschool Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-Stargazing-Journal.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eIf you have time for a summer star unit, consider having your kiddos complete a star\/sky study at home, recording their findings in their personal stargazing journal. Not only will this exercise allow your kiddos to observe what they're learning about in a natural setting, it's a great way to get parents or older siblings involved {as assistant astronomers}!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs \"Lead Astronomer\" in the activity, your students {with the help of their 'assistants', of course!}, will be asked to record\/describe the...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate, time, and location of the study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNames of any assistants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstellations recognized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, on each sky\/star study journal page, students are given a space to draw a picture of the night sky. This is a great way to encourage independent study, simulate data collection, and provide your kiddos with a fun way to learn about the world around them!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734123847705,"sku":"A3419","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/My-Stargazing-Journal.jpg?v=1522781810"},{"product_id":"summer-star-unit-copying-making-constellations-a3420","title":"Summer Star Unit - Copying \u0026 Making Constellations","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"constellation1\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1374\" alt=\"Summer Space and Stars Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/constellation1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kidssoup.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving your kiddos practice tracing or drawing constellations is another great activity to include in your summer star unit! We found this introductory worksheet {pictured left} at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kidssoup.com\/Space\/Space_Activities.html#freespaceactivities\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKidsSoup\u003c\/a\u003e to get you started. Sharpening visual discrimination skills, students must study the picture of the constellation in order to re-create the image in the space provided. [NOTE: Before they attempt drawing, invite your kiddos to trace the picture provided in order to get a feel for the shape!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce they've had practice copying various constellations, provide them with a \"constellation map\" or \"star paper\" and invite them to create their own! Since your kiddos will be experimenting with shapes and ways to connect the dots, provide them with a practice map to use in working out the kinks. After creating their unique constellation, being sure to record it on the official constellation map {pictured below}, have them name it and craft a mythical tale about its origin. Include this information on the new constellation form, providing each child with a certificate of \"discovery authentication\". If you're feeling ambitious, take all of your students' newly discovered constellations and merge them into a complete sky map. Invite students to try and match each constellation to their creator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Free} Download:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"constellation2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1377\" alt=\"Summer Stars and Space Preschool Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/constellation2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734123978777,"sku":"A3420","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/constellation2.jpg?v=1524666188"},{"product_id":"ocean-animals-math-game-a3432","title":"Ocean Animals Math Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1467\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Ocean-Animals-Math-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Ocean Math and Science Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoost your preschoolers counting skills, while introducing the concepts of 'odd v. even' and 'less v. more' with this fun ocean animal themed math game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\/2011\/08\/ocean-animals-math-game-for.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Homeschool Den\u003c\/a\u003e. Best played in pairs, here's the premise...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo start the round, have each child take a turn rolling the die and, based on the numeral\/number of dots displayed, count out the correct number of ocean animal cards to place on their mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext, spin the homemade spinner. The marker will land on one of four options - odd, even, less, more. In general, the student whose pile of animal cards fits the criteria displayed, wins. It may be possible for both students to have an odd number of cards or an even number of cards. 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Here's a sneak peek at our favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1477 \" title=\"Pumpkin-Life-Cycle\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn Science Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle of a Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter going over the pumpkin life cycle, perhaps through a story {Madonna suggests From Seed to Pumpkin and It's Pumpkin Time!}, have students paste the cards in proper sequence on a paper plate. This hands-on activity is a great way to reinforce concepts learned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1478  \" title=\"Vine-Measurment\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Vine-Measurment.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Math Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Vine Measuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to explore measuring with non-standard units - pumpkins! In each problem, students must use pumpkin cutouts to measure the vine on the page, determine how many pumpkins long it is, and select the appropriate numeral from the answer bank. Along with measuring, this is a great way to strengthen counting and number recognition skills as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/ateachingmommy.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e for these and other fantastic fall activity printables!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126796825,"sku":"A3434","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pumpkin-Life-Cycle.jpg?v=1522781826"},{"product_id":"magnifying-pictures-matching-game-a3437","title":"Magnifying Pictures Matching Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1496\" title=\"Magnifying-Glass-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Magnifying-Glass-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Science Matching Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: muckmonsters.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the concept of this matching game we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/science\/science_center_activities.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKelly's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e {via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/muckmonsters.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/letter-b-b-is-for-big-magnifying-glass.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMuck Monsters\u003c\/a\u003e}. Not only is it great for reviewing opposites, big and small, it provides a \u003cem\u003efantastic\u003c\/em\u003e introduction to using a magnifying glass! Here's the gist of the activity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two sets of cards. The first set features large images of themed objects {transportation, living things, or fruit}, while the second set contains the same prints, but on a miniature scale. The game objective - students must match the miniature pictures to their regular sized counterparts and, to do this, they'll have to use a magnifying glass. Your kiddos will feel like miniature detectives as they scan the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: It would be super cute to set this up as a \"mystery\" of sorts - decorate the file folder to look like a case of equipment from the 'crime lab', create a reference chart of 'known specimens', and place each miniature card in a small Ziploc 'evidence bag' for students to examine and classify!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Kelly's Kindergarten for this awesome download {or take a peek at the cards for some inspiration in creating your own!}.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127321113,"sku":"A3437","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Magnifying-Glass-Game.jpg?v=1522781829"},{"product_id":"silhouette-fruit-vegetable-cards-a3454","title":"Silhouette Fruit \u0026 Vegetable Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1596\" title=\"silhouette-card01_thl\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/silhouette-card01_thl.jpg\" alt=\"Nutrition and Gardening Fruit and Vegetable Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: cp.c-ij.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this free fruit and vegetable card game from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cp.c-ij.com\/en\/contents\/2023\/10195\/index.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCanon\u003c\/a\u003e {We found it via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amuslimchildisborn.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/silhouette-cards-for-fruits-and.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Muslim Child Is Born\u003c\/a\u003e}. 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Put together by Tina Franks and Ami Brainerd, your kiddos will practice counting, sequencing, graphing, and much more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Cane Size Sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents strengthen visual discrimination, practice working with objects of different sizes, and build sequencing skills as they work to put the candy cane cards in order from smallest to largest and\/or largest to smallest. For extra exposure and practice, consider printing several sets of candy cane cards and inviting your kiddos to sort\/group them based on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Counting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this activity, students strengthen counting skills and numeral recognition as they count the number or candies displayed on each page and write the correct numeral in the box. 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Jolanthe over at Homeschool Creations recently created a set of printable worksheets to go along with Ezra Jack Keats' \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowy Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. We highly recommend that you check it out {and all of the other fabulous themed printables she's created!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the worksheets, your preschoolers will...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice pre-writing skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop scissor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild fine motor development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn to classify\/sort objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamine seasonal differences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview patterning\/sequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen beginning letter sound recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild counting skills and number recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are \u003c\/em\u003eso\u003cem\u003e many great exercises in Jolanthe's preschool pack - be sure to head on over to Homeschool Creations for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136004633,"sku":"A3479","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowy-Day-collage_thumb2.jpg?v=1522781882"},{"product_id":"winter-clothing-colors-book-a3478","title":"Winter Clothing Colors Book","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1716\" title=\"Winter-Clothing-Colors\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Clothing-Colors.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Colors, Printing Practice, and Science Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your kiddos brush up on color words with this fun printable booklet from Amber of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2012\/01\/winter-crafts-and-colors.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll also find it's a great seasonal resource; providing you with an opportunity to discuss with your preschoolers how the changing weather affects many things, even our clothing choices!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the booklet {on its own} would certainly be fun for your preschoolers to complete, you might also consider using the pages to play a game! Collect the corresponding clothing pieces - a red scarf, blue mittens, purple earmuffs, etc. - and place them in a basket or paper bag. Set out the booklet pages on a table and have your students take turns running to the basket\/bag, collecting a piece of clothing and matching it to the proper booklet page. [NOTE: If you collect several clothing sets, you can divide your students into teams and race!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit A Teaching Mommy for this great printable!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136332313,"sku":"A3478","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Clothing-Colors.jpg?v=1522781884"},{"product_id":"easter-math-jelly-bean-observations-and-graphing-a3510","title":"Easter Math - Jelly Bean Observations and Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1937\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Jelly-Bean-Activities.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Science and Math Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ateachingmommy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ateachingmommy.com\/2011\/04\/easter-sneak-peek-and-some-of-our-week.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Teaching Mommy\u003c\/a\u003e came up with these fantastic jelly bean themed math\/science activities and we thought we'd pass them along - they'd make a great addition to your Easter lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first activity invites your preschoolers to use their five senses to observe their jelly bean candies. While we're sure your kiddos will be most excited about tasting their samples, they're sure to have a lot of fun describing what their jelly beans look, smell, sound, and feel like too!\n\nThe next activity offers a great opportunity for your preschooler to practice color recognition, sorting, counting, and graphing skills! Not only will your kiddos enjoy using the jelly bean manipulatives to complete the activity, the finished graphing worksheet can be used to demonstrate how to analyze collected data. Students can practice using comparative terms - most, least, more than, less than, equal to, etc. - to describe the various columns on their printable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor these fabulous worksheets, and lots of other great Easter ideas, be sure to visit A Teaching Mommy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141902873,"sku":"A3510","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Jelly-Bean-Activities.jpg?v=1522781917"},{"product_id":"easter-worksheet-packet-from-mamas-learning-corner-a3512","title":"Easter Worksheet Packet from Mama's Learning Corner","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-1949 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Preschool-Printables.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Math, Literacy and Fine Motor Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mamaslearningcorner.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutesy clip art, vibrant colors, and engaging activities will make this Easter packet from Lauren Hill of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mamaslearningcorner.com\/2012\/03\/printable-easter-worksheet-packet\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMama's Learning Corner\u003c\/a\u003e an instant hit with your kiddos! While there may be a few exercises that are too advanced for your preschoolers, we know they'll enjoy any of the following activities...\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePatterns: What Comes Next?\u003c\/em\u003e Using the pieces provided, your preschoolers will have to look closely at the unfinished patterns to determine which object comes next. [NOTE: For a fun alternative to paper, consider printing the pattern strips\/pieces onto magnet paper and pair the activity with an upcycled cookie sheet.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBeginning Sounds.\u003c\/em\u003e Prompted with an Easter themed object, students are invited to identify the object's beginning letter sound and practice proper letter formation as they script it on the line provided. For extra practice writing, laminate the worksheet and provide students with dry erase markers or crayons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpring Scissors Skills.\u003c\/em\u003e As its name implies, students will strengthen fine motor skills and coordination as they practice holding their scissors correctly and guide them along the lines - straight, curved, and jagged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the free download of this awesome Easter packet, be sure to visit Mama's Learning Corner! {And don't forget to look around ~ you're sure to find other inspirational resources\/printables to use in the classroom or at home along the way!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142492697,"sku":"A3512","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Preschool-Printables.jpg?v=1522781921"},{"product_id":"3-part-recycle-cards-for-earth-day-a3522","title":"3-Part Recycle Cards for Earth Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2166 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-Part-Recycle-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Recycling Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: livingmontessorinow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short and simple activity to do with your preschoolers on Earth Day. It was created by Deb of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/2011\/04\/13\/first-blogiversary-free-montessori-printable\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e and is a great way to introduce {or review!} the concept of recycling - what it is, the different types of materials that can be recycled, and why recycling is beneficial to the Earth. It's also a great way to review new Earth Day vocabulary! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use the cards - print two sets, leaving one set whole and cutting the second set apart. Students can then work individually, or with a partner, to match all of the pieces together. Since there are only 4 cards, you might consider adding a writing component, revising one set of cards to include traceable vocabulary words {see example below}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2168\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-Part-Recycle-Cardsa.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Recycling Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eAdapted from Deb's printable\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe also like Deb's suggestion for including a 3-dimensional component! Be sure to visit Living Montessori Now for this fantastic download - and for Deb's suggestions for using the cards!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144229401,"sku":"A3522","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3-Part-Recycle-Cards.jpg?v=1522781931"},{"product_id":"vocabulary-flash-cards-for-earth-day-a3524","title":"Vocabulary Flash Cards for Earth Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2178 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/vocabulary-flash-cards-earth-4.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Vocabulary Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrprintables.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just recently stumbled upon \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrprintables.com\/printable-vocabulary-flash-cards-earth.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMr. Printables\u003c\/a\u003e and have fallen in love with the cutesy worksheets, flash cards, and activities they offer {for FREE} at their site. These earth themed vocabulary flash cards are super adorable and we think they would make a great addition to your Earth Day lesson plans! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse them as actual flash cards - introducing and practicing new vocabulary words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint two sets and use them to play game - Concentration, Go Fish!, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the cards in the writing center as inspiration - inviting students to select a card and write a story about it!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo matter how you decide to use these fun flash cards, we know your kiddos will have fun! Be sure to visit Mr. Printables for the free download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144753689,"sku":"A3524","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/vocabulary-flash-cards-earth-4.jpg?v=1522781935"},{"product_id":"mini-earth-day-pack-from-itsy-bitsy-learners-a3526","title":"Mini Earth Day Pack from Itsy Bitsy Learners","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2190\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IBL_EarthDayAdvert600px.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: itsybitsylearners.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlison of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/itsybitsylearners.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-preschool-activities-printables-pack\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eItsy Bitsy Learners\u003c\/a\u003e has put together a free mini preschool pack for Earth Day so if you're still looking for a few activities to compliment your lesson plans, be sure to head over and check it out! Here's are a few of the skills your kiddos will practice...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumeral recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrdering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProblem solving skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize sequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the skill worksheets, Alison also included a fun pom pom science printable to help teach preschoolers that the earth is composed of land and water, as well as a fun song for circle time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full packet download, be sure to visit Itsy Bitsy Learners! And, while you're there, check out all the other great printables Alison has to offer!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734145114137,"sku":"A3526","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/IBL_EarthDayAdvert600px.jpg?v=1522781937"},{"product_id":"weather-printables-for-preschoolers-a3531","title":"Weather Printables for Preschoolers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2216\" alt=\"Spring Weather Preschool Printables\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Weather-Unit.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recently stumbled across this awesome weather unit created by Beth of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.123homeschool4me.com\/2012\/04\/free-weather-unit-for-ages-3-9.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e123 Homeschool 4 Me\u003c\/a\u003e and thought the activities would make a wonderful addition to your spring and\/or weather lessons! While the packet was created for students age 3 through 9, there are exercises tailored specifically for preschoolers that explore various skills...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwriting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSorting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumeral recognition \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize sequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning letter sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd so much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2217 \" alt=\"Rainbow Weather Math Game Preschool Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Weather-Math-Game.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur favorite activity? The rainbow counting game {pictured above}! Students take turns rolling the game dice, counting\/adding the number of dots displayed, and covering the appropriate numeral on their colorful game board. The first student who covers all their numbers, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeth offers this fantastic weather unit, and lots of other great resources, for FREE at her blog - so be sure to visit 123 Homeschool 4 Me for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734146326553,"sku":"A3531","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spring-Weather-Unit.jpg?v=1522781944"},{"product_id":"weather-unit-four-season-spinner-printable-a3532","title":"Weather Unit - Four Season Spinner Printable","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Season-Spinner.jpg\" alt=\"Weather, Seasons, and Months of the Year Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were so busy drooling over the fabulous printable weather unit yesterday that we didn't notice this awesome four season spinner Beth over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.livinglifeintentionally.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/learning-about-4-seasons-free-printable.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Life Intentionally\u003c\/a\u003e had available for download! The perfect addition to your weather activities, Beth created a two step spinner - the first circle shows the various seasons and the second circle displays the months of the year. We think this is a great way to help your kiddos make the connection between seasons and when they occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd this nifty tool to your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/3765\/spring-weather-journals-exploring-weather\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eweather journals\u003c\/a\u003e, create and laminate a class spinner to use during calendar time, or simply invite your kiddos to  take the spinner home and use it to make weather observations with their family throughout the year! [NOTE: The spinner doubles as a coloring page, so be sure to invite your preschoolers to customize their new weather tools!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome download - and lots of other great resources - be sure to visit Living Life Intentionally!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734146392089,"sku":"A3532","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Season-Spinner.jpg?v=1522781945"},{"product_id":"montessori-inspired-printable-spring-activities-a3536","title":"Montessori-Inspired Printable Spring Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2248\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Water-the-Flower-Game.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Multi-Skill Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: livingmontessorinow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeb Chitwood, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e and contributing author to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prekandksharing.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/montessori-inspired-april-showers.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreK+K Sharing\u003c\/a\u003e, recently shared these awesome printable spring activities from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mamasmonkeys.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/free-april-showers-preschool-pack.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOur Little Monkeys\u003c\/a\u003e - along with great presentation recommendations and suggestions for use - and we simply couldn't pass them up! Perfect for a weather, gardening, or spring unit, we know your kiddos will have a blast exploring the 35-page packet. Here's a peek at several of our favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Cycle Poster\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love that Deb included an acrylic raindrop with this printable. Moving the gem from stage to stage and using the pictures to 'tell the story', so to speak, is a fantastic way to help your kiddos review {and remember!} the different steps of the water cycle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater the Flower Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Pictured above} This game is fantastic, not only for practice with numeral recognition and counting, but also for reviewing the scientific concept that plants need water to grow! Students take turns rolling a numbered die and moving their acrylic raindrop playing piece the correct number of spaces. The student who reaches the flower first, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs the photo above shows, Deb has some fantastic presentation ideas for several of the ideas in this pack, so be sure to visit PreK+K Sharing! Of course, while you're there, be sure to click on over to Our Little Monkeys for the awesome download as well!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147276825,"sku":"A3536","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Water-the-Flower-Game.jpg?v=1522781950"},{"product_id":"u-is-for-the-united-states-of-america-a3538","title":"U is for the United States of America!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2262\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/usa-cover-754x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Patriotic United States Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: oopseydaisyblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlison over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopseydaisyblog.com\/2011\/07\/u-is-for-u-s-a-mommy-school.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e created this fun United States unit that we thought might be a great compliment to your Memorial Day lessons. With lots of games and activities, art project ideas, science explorations, snacks and more, we know you'll be able to find something your kiddos will enjoy! Our favorite activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Symbols Flash Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat as an introduction to the important symbols of our country, you might consider creating extension cards to include important monuments and memorials to help introduce the meaning behind Memorial Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePatriotic Action Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will be happy to leave their seats and are certain to have a blast pretending to wave like a flag, march like a soldier, fly like an eagle, etc. Once you've worked through the cards, create your own or have your students suggest patriotic actions for the class to try!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this fantastic, comprehensive United States Unit {complete with FREE printable activities}, be sure to visit Oopsey Daisy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147997721,"sku":"A3538","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/usa-cover-754x1024.jpg?v=1522781954"},{"product_id":"bug-bingo-a3554","title":"Bug BINGO!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2360\" title=\"Bug Bingo\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bug-Bingo.jpg\" alt=\"Spring and Summer Science Game Preschool Printable\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: workyourmommymagic.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for a spring\/summer bug unit, check out this fun BINGO checklist\/game from Erin, featured guest blogger over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/workyourmommymagic.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/outdoor-adventures-bugs-by-erin-uda.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMommy Magic\u003c\/a\u003e! It offers a great opportunity to introduce your kiddos to the different types of creepy crawlies that live around their homes and the school yard in a unique and fun way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, Erin suggests arming your students with a BINGO checklist and a crayon, taking them outside, and inviting them to go on a 'bug hunt'! Discuss good locations for finding bugs - i.e. under rocks, on plants, in the dirt, etc. Give your kiddos a little while to explore, then regroup after the search and invite students to compare lists. If there were bugs they couldn't find, discuss why -  i.e. they're not indigenous to the region, they're nocturnal, et}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have time for a scavenger hunt, use the BINGO template to create multiple game cards and play actual bug BINGO! Then, when they're done, students can cut out the bug pictures to add to their science notebooks - perhaps writing something they've learned, drawing a picture of the bug in their natural habitat, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome download, be sure to visit Mommy Magic!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734150750233,"sku":"A3554","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bug-Bingo.jpg?v=1522781971"},{"product_id":"pick-your-veggies-sight-word-game-a3555","title":"Pick Your Veggies Sight Word Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2366\" title=\"Pick Your Veggies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Pick-Your-Veggies.jpg\" alt=\"Health or Spring Gardening Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ofprimaryimportance.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for a health or spring\/summer gardening unit, this sight word game from Mrs. Krull over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ofprimaryimportance.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/long-time-no-blog-plant-freebies-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOf Primary Importance\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to brighten up your literacy center and provide your kiddos with some fun focus word practice! 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We love the original game rules, but are also excited that the cards can be used for other games as well - e.g. Concentration, Go Fish!, relay races, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome {FREE!} download, be sure to visit Of Primary Importance!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734151012377,"sku":"A3555","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Pick-Your-Veggies.jpg?v=1522781973"},{"product_id":"apple-unit-bushels-of-awesome-printables-a3587","title":"Apple Unit - Bushels of Awesome Printables!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2545\" title=\"Apple-Unit\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-Unit.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Fall, and Johnny Appleseed Multi-Skill Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kinder-pond.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never visited \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kinder-pond.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/way-up-high-in-apple-tree.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Hoppenings\u003c\/a\u003e. Go. Go now! Kindergarten teacher, Shannon Martin, offers a ton of fabulous learning ideas and {FREE} printable resources - we know it's sure to become a fast favorite!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a little teaser, check out Shannon's amazing apple unit! 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Along with these fabulous printable activities, she also recommends several craftivities, an interactive listen and read activity about the life cycle of an apple seed, and even a new song to teach your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by Kindergarten Hoppenings for these awesome downloads - and be sure to let Shannon know how much her hard work is appreciated!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734159040537,"sku":"A3587","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apple-Unit.jpg?v=1522782021"},{"product_id":"oodles-of-apples-tracing-patterning-more-a3588","title":"Oodles of Apples - Tracing, Patterning, \u0026 More!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2549\" title=\"Apple-what-comes-next\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apple-what-comes-next.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Fall, and Johnny Appleseed Day Preschool Printables\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kidsparkz.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kidsparkz.com\/apples.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKidSparkz\u003c\/a\u003e offers a great collection of apple themed printables if you're on the hunt for fun back-to-school or fall\/Johnny Appleseed Day lesson ideas! You'll have to visit for the worksheet downloads, but here's a sneak peek at the awesome exercises they offer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple Connect the Dots. Students practice counting\/ordering numerals 1 to 13, while strengthening fine motor control and writing skills as they connect the dots to reveal the apple shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple Counting Cards. With these 3-part counting cards, your kiddos will strengthening numeral recognition, 1 to 12, and counting skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple Flash Cards. Students review the life cycle of an apple seed and practice putting the stages in the proper sequence\/order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple Tracing. Your kiddos will practice the proper technique for holding a pencil and strengthen hand muscles\/control as they trace the apple shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple What Comes Next? 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