{"title":"2nd Grade Crafts","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"story-characters-a1847","title":"Story Characters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-238-hand-puppets-finger-puppets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHand puppets\u003c\/a\u003e and character replicas are great ways to help students connect with stories read in the classroom. Whether they sit and play with their creations while you read, help out by recreating the story as it’s read, or simply take their crafts home, making story characters provides a physical reminder of the story and its lessons. They can also provide opportunities for further creativity if you work together to formulate new stories that center around favorite storybook characters.\n\nFor example, to go along with the book “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Are Friends” by Arnold Lobel, have your students create a toad and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8435-plushpups-hand-puppet-frog.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efrog puppet\u003c\/a\u003e. EnchantedLearning.com and TeacherHelp.org offer templates and instructions on how to create your own puppets out of paper bags, socks, etc. Divide your students into small groups and have each plot out their own Frog and Toad adventure. It may be helpful to discuss each character and the traits that have been observed before beginning this writing exercise. Additionally, you may want to focus your students on a specific concept like “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Learn To Recycle”, “Frog \u0026amp; Toad Meet A New Friend”, or another topic of your choosing. Once their stories have been completed, have your students use the puppets to act them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.enchantedlearning.com\/crafts\/puppets\/paperbag\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePaper Bag Puppets Craft - Enchanted Learning Software\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherhelp.org\/puppets.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePuppets: TeacherHelp.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducational classroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e are versatile and are perfect for circle time.  Browse our selection today!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074826777,"sku":"A1847","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"weaving-with-recycled-material-a1865","title":"Weaving With Recycled Material","description":"\u003cp\u003eEliminating school waste can be a tedious, time-consuming job. While you can create guidelines and charge teachers, students, and administrators alike to be conscious of their own waste, you can’t be responsible for others’ actions. Because a personal responsibility for the environment is learned at a young age, educational programs, workshops, and lessons are critical in reaching out to students and impressing upon them the importance of reducing waste, while reusing and recycling what is salvageable.\n\nMs. Ale, creator of Art Lessons For Kids, has shared a wonderful example of how to create beautiful art while teaching children about eliminating school waste and recycling. As with most offices, the copier can become a source of unneeded waste. As a classroom, volunteer to be the recycler of extra copies, those that have been printed with errors, etc. Many treasures can be created from these sheets of paper that were thought to be unusable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project is labeled for use with second graders, but with a little imagination, it can be transformed into a project for all age groups. Simply use an average second grader as your skill base and adjust from there! Younger children may benefit from fewer strings to weave. Older children, on the other hand, may find it more challenging to twist their paper into smaller strings and weave more. However you decide, don’t forget to remind your students of areas where they can reduce and recycle in their daily lives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artlessonsforkids.wordpress.com\/2010\/03\/02\/recycled-paper-weaving-in-grade-two\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRecycled Paper Weaving in Grade Two « Art Lessons For Kids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a look at our great selection of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003earts and crafts supplies\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational classroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734075416601,"sku":"A1865","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"crafts-for-march-weather-fun-a1904","title":"Crafts For March Weather Fun","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs March brings the transition from winter to spring, there are many meteorological phenomena that provide opportunities for discussion including rain, cloud formation, wind, and many more. Colorful pinwheels make a great craft for students learning about  wind and its causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1 toothpick\u003cbr\u003e\n1 skewer stick\u003cbr\u003e\n2 pieces of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2725-origami-paper-40-sheets-9-x-9.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eorigami paper\u003c\/a\u003e (or wrapping paper squares in different colors)\u003cbr\u003e\n1 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2768-rubber-bands-assorted-sizes.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003erubber band\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGlue\u003cbr\u003e\n\nTo begin, invite your students to glue their pieces of paper together, keeping the color or design on the outside. Additionally, encourage them to line up the edges of the paper carefully. Next, fold the square diagonally, marking the paper with a crease (it will look like a triangle). Open the paper and complete the same procedure on the opposite diagonal. After creasing the paper, open it up and lay the marked square flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse scissors to cut two-thirds of the way to the center of the marked lines. Be careful not to cut too close to the center. Place a dab of glue all around the center of the paper and fold, without creasing, alternating  corners to the center of the pinwheel. Attach the toothpick and skewer ends together using the rubber band. The toothpick should be at the top, perpendicular to the skewer. Add two separator beads, push the toothpick through the center of the pinwheel from the back, and glue another bead at the end of the toothpick. Your students will have lots of fun with this craft outdoors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.simplekidscrafts.com\/?z=how-to-make-a-two-toned-patriotic-pinwheel\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrafts for kids on video Recycled Kids Crafts: Make a pinwheel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076629017,"sku":"A1904","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"design-a-picture-frame-with-old-cds-a1916","title":"Design a Picture Frame with Old CDs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"CD Picture Frame\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Broken-CD-frame.jpg\" alt=\"CD Picture Frame Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents thrive by using different materials and mediums to express their imagination and creativity. While many classroom craft cabinets are well-stocked with a variety of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and other craft accessories, it is important to think beyond traditional arts and craft supplies to inspire originality and ingenuity. California art teacher Kathy Barbro provides a wonderful opportunity to do just that!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, provide each of your students with a wooden picture frame and a blank (or recycled) CD. Taking turns with a heavy duty pair of scissors, instruct your students to cut the CD into strips measuring about one-half an inch. These strips should then be cut into half-inch squares. Remind your students that the shiny film is important to the project, so cutting should be slow and mindful as the film has a tendency to peel away from the plastic disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow your students to experiment with patterns and piece placement on the frame, gluing their final projects together with craft glue and setting aside to dry. Cover with a coat of metallic paint and students will be delighted to give the frame as a gift for an upcoming birthday or even Mother's day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/cd-frame-with-handcolored-photo\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: Mosaic CD Picture Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077153305,"sku":"A1916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Broken-CD-frame.jpg?v=1522781532"},{"product_id":"silly-eyeglasses-a1919","title":"Silly Eyeglasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt their core, children love to be silly. Since school can sometimes squelch this energy and attempt to redirect it, as a way of really speaking to your students, set aside some appropriate moments for giggling, laughter, and just plain silliness! While maintaining the boundaries of appropriate behavior, April Fool's Day can be a fun time to encourage your students to let loose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreative California art teacher Kathy Barbro provides just the right accessory--goofy eyeglasses! To begin, make several different eyeglasses templates so that students can choose their favorite shape, detailing, etc. Instruct them to trace and cut their own pair of glasses from thick card stock. A decorating station stocked with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estickers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e should be set up for students to work on making their frames unique.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nFor silly eyes, Barbro suggests finding stock photo images to enhance and copy or having students draw their own inserts. When they have settled on the right 'look', instruct your students to cut them out (with the surrounding skin) and paste them into the frame openings. Students will enjoy posing for pictures with the finished glasses and taking them home to show siblings and parents. Just be sure to instruct them not to walk when wearing them. They will impede vision and could cause accidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.artprojectsforkids.org\/2008\/02\/april-fools-eye-glasses.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eART PROJECTS FOR KIDS: April Fool's Eye Glasses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734077251609,"sku":"A1919","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"practicing-with-warm-and-cool-colors-a1968","title":"Practicing With Warm and Cool Colors","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile students might not understand what 'color theory' entails, most will comprehend the terms 'warm' and 'cool' in reference to color. Kathy Barbro, California art teacher and creator of the blog Art Projects for Kids, provides a wonderful lesson that teaches children how to make the distinction and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epractice sorting\u003c\/a\u003e based on these characteristics.\n\nProvide your students with magazines and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekid's scissors\u003c\/a\u003e, instructing them to cut swatches of warm colors (red, orange, yellow) and cool colors (green, blue, purple). Barbro suggests teaching students a few tricks for identifying these different color groups. For warm colors, invite your students to think of the sun. For cool colors, recommend that your students think of the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare 'window' displays, pulling from Barbro's post for directions, and instruct your students to use their clippings to create a collage for each grouping. Using the window approach helps to create a strong border around each mini-collage and allows students to see how each group of colors has a cohesive look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.artprojectsforkids.org\/2008\/07\/cool-and-warm-color-collage.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Cool and Warm Color Collage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734078857241,"sku":"A1968","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"fossil-making-a1979","title":"Dinosaur Fossil Making","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Dinosaur Skeleton Plaster Casts\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dino-fossil-plaster.jpg\" alt=\"Dinosaur Fossil Making\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile your students may learn about how fossils are formed in their science classes or see a real fossil from afar on a class trip to a museum, there is nothing like learning through a hands-on experience. Kathy Barbro, California art teacher and creator of the blog Art Projects for Kids, shares a great activity where your students can create their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e fossils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Plastic dinosaur skeletons\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-152-modeling-clay-dough.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Plaster\u003cbr\u003e\n- Cardboard\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHeavy paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-94-tape-tape-dispensers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nDinosaur skeletons may be difficult to find in your local toy store. They are relatively inexpensive and, with the right imagination, can be used for other projects and activities in the classroom. To begin, provide each student with a 5\" x 5\" piece of cardboard, a 2.5\" ball of clay, a strip of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5901-4-ply-railroad-poster-board-assorted-pack-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eheavy paper\u003c\/a\u003e measuring 11\" x 2\", and some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7298-scotch-brand-magic-tape-no-810-34-x-1296.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter each child has set up properly (see Barbro's instructions), encourage them to choose a dinosaur and make their prints. The actual fossils will then be made from plaster, let to dry, and painted with watered down tempera paint to give it a muddy look. Kids will love getting messy and creating their own 'piece of science'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.artprojectsforkids.org\/2008\/01\/dinosaur-fossils.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Dinosaur Fossils\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734079512601,"sku":"A1979","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dino-fossil-plaster.jpg?v=1522781546"},{"product_id":"adding-salt-to-your-watercolor-prints-a2013","title":"Adding Salt to Your Watercolor Prints","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome days it may seem that your supply cabinet is a bit lackluster. You're students have completed all the fun, unique projects you've planned and now you feel as if all that's left are 'plain-Jane' 'vanilla' supplies. Kathy Barbro, art teacher and blogger, shares a great opportunity for you to spice up your leftover supplies.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Dissolving watercolor paint tablets\u003cbr\u003e\n- Water\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola crayons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students create a scene or their choice or follow your instructions to create a preplanned picture. Encourage them to draw with pencil, then when they're satisfied, trace the lines with a crayon. This will create a barrier for the watercolor. Provide your students with watercolors and invite them to fill in the 'shapes'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of your students have worked with watercolors before, but sprinkling a bit of salt on the paint when it is still wet creates a fun texture. After the print has dried, the salt can be brushed off or left as texture. A fun way to spice up your 'vanilla' supplies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/artprojectsforkids.org\/chagall-inspired-watercolor\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt Projects for Kids: Watercolor and Salt Painting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734080430105,"sku":"A2013","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"butterfly-wings-symmetry-a2084","title":"Butterfly Wings \u0026 Symmetry","description":"\u003cp\u003eButterflies are fascinating creatures, providing many opportunities for incorporating them into your science lessons. Students will enjoy learning how a butterfly begins as an egg, is hatched as a caterpillar, then transforms during the pupa stage into an adult butterfly! After exploring the life cycle of the butterfly, why not build on this concept by investigating the perfect symmetry of the butterfly's wings?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't shy away from this great lesson due to daunting vocabulary words, Janice VanCleave offers great insight into explaining mirror images, lines of symmetry, and congruent halves. After spending time looking at actual butterflies, help your students do some individual exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nInstruct your students to fold their piece of craft paper in half; folding it \"hot dog\" style will give you a tall butterfly and folding it \"hamburger\" style will give you wider wings. Invite them to draw the wing of a butterfly on one side if the crease, then use scissors to cut along the line. REMINDER: Do not cut along the fold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce cut, you should be able to open the paper to reveal a butterfly. For further practice with symmetry, use tempera paint to place dots of color on one side of the crease. When finished with the wing design, carefully fold the other wing over and press onto the paint. Upon opening, you'll have created a perfectly symmetrical butterfly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/scienceprojectideasforkids.com\/2010\/symmetry-butterfly-wings\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSymmetry: Butterfly Wings | Science Project Ideas for Kids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734082920473,"sku":"A2084","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"aliens-for-playtime-a2098","title":"Aliens for Playtime","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile dolls certainly have their place in the classroom, why not inspire your students' creativity with these fun alien toys from the Hood family at their homeschooling blog Se7en.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Bottle tops (drinking spout opens when pulled up\/seals when pushed down)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2575-chenille-stems-assorted-12-stems.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChenille stems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Mini \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1965-pom-pons-assorted-1-lb-bag.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epom poms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6203-wiggle-eyes-multi-color-asst-sizes-100.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nTo prepare the antennae and eyes, cut your chenille stems into 2-inch pieces. At one end, use your craft glue to attach a mini pom pom. When the glue has dried, add a drop of glue to a wiggle eye and secure it to the pom pom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the spout of the bottle top, poke the dry chenille stems into the opening, then push it down again to secure the antennae. If you're having trouble keeping the chenille stems in the bottle cap, place a small dab of glue on the end for extra hold. Encourage your students to experiment with colors, number of antennae, etc. for various types of aliens! Your students will enjoy that this craft brings something different to the table!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.se7en.org.za\/2009\/10\/31\/se7en-million-aliens-are-coming\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSe7en Million Aliens Are Coming… » se7en\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083379225,"sku":"A2098","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"alien-rocket-playhouse-a2099","title":"Alien Rocket Playhouse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect compliment to our \"Aliens for Playtime\" post! Also provided by the Hood family blog, Se7en, this colorful craft is ideal for any play space and is, once again, a twist on the traditional doll house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Recycled cardboard box\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Recycled magazines\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2575-chenille-stems-assorted-12-stems.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChenille stems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-345-sticker-books.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStickers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Craft knife\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSharpie markers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nFor the rocket structure you'll need to cut the following pieces from your recycled cardboard: 2 large rocket shapes, 3 round pieces to be used as floor dividers (should have a large, medium, and small circle), and 4 smaller rocket boosters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce all of your structure pieces have been drawn and cut out, move to painting. Choose a different (vibrant) color for each grouping of parts. When you've covered each piece well, set them aside to dry. Next, you'll need your craft knife and ruler handy to make the needed slits to fit the pieces together. Be sure to check the original post for directions and demonstration pictures detailing the proper way to do this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the official structure is put together, arm your students with magazines, Sharpie markers, stickers, chenille stems, etc. and invite them to decorate their alien rocket playhouse!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.se7en.org.za\/2009\/11\/25\/a-rollicking-rocket-in-se7en-steps\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Rollicking Rocket in Se7en Steps… » se7en\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083575833,"sku":"A2099","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"depicting-the-movement-of-music-a2113","title":"Depicting the Movement of Music","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis art project, provided by Holly of Lines, Dots and Doodles, provides a great opportunity to integrate art,  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-96-music.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emusic\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience\u003c\/a\u003e of sound!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Brightly colored \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrafting paper\u003c\/a\u003e (and scraps!)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-291-pastel-sets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola oil pastels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cu\u003ePre-Project Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will likely be able to make the connection between sound and music, but they may not realize that music has movement and rhythm as well. Tell them that they will be choosing their favorite instrument and making a collage that visually depicts this concept. Discuss together how they might accomplish this (e.g. zig zags, patterns, spirals, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eProject Instructions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a blank canvas (one piece of black construction paper) and colorful scraps of paper. If they need it, help them design their favorite instrument (e.g. guitar, drums, piano, trumpet, etc.) from the colored paper then have them cut and collage 'movement lines' from the scraps of paper. For a final touch, provide your students with oil pastels and invite them to add the last bit of detailing. Overall, a great opportunity for creativity and learning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/linesdotsanddoodles.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/music-1st-grade.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLines, Dots, and Doodles: Music, 1st Grade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083870745,"sku":"A2113","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"a-new-twist-on-dress-up-a2119","title":"A New Twist on Dress Up","description":"\u003cp\u003eErin, creator of Laugh Paint Create, provides a new twist on 'dress up'! While students aren't the ones dressing up, they are still encouraged to use their creativity in creating a character and appropriate costumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-504-art-tissue-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt tissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-9399-wonderfoamreg-bodies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWonderfoam body\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Colorful fabric scraps\u003cbr\u003e\n- Various \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003earts \u0026amp; crafts supplies\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1704-art-yarn-bright.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyarn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-4816-fun-gems.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003egems\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8761-sequins-spangles-shaker-jar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esequins\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2816-assorted-buttons-16-oz-in-plastic-bucket.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebuttons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-625-felt-sheets-9-x-12.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efelt sheets\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\n\nProvide each student with a piece of card stock and invite them to use construction or tissue paper to create a background. Erin suggests cutting 1\" or 2\" squares of paper ahead of time for easy gluing (\u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e to help them move along to the next step)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet each student pick out a Wonderfoam body and instruct them to glue it onto their background. Once the people are in place, it's time to play dress up! Invite your students to use the fabric scraps to create clothes, yarn to create hair, and the other supplies to add details, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extra fun, have your students name their character and write a short bio about them. Then have them take turns introducing their character to the class. A great craft for lots of play and fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/laughpaintcreate.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/dress-me-up.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003elaughpaintcreate: Dress Me Up\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734084100121,"sku":"A2119","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"rainbow-sensory-play-sun-catcher-craft-a4553","title":"Rainbow Sensory Play \u0026 Sun Catcher Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rainbow-Sensory-Play-Activity-and-Sun-Catcher-Craft.jpg\" title=\"Rainbow Sensory Play Activity and Craft\" alt=\"Rainbow Sensory Play and Sun Catcher Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact paper, with its sticky surface, provides a wonderful sensory experience for little hands. If you're looking for a fun play\/learning activity this St. Patrick's Day, we love the idea of creating a rainbow 'sticky wall' that, after your kiddos are done, can be turned into a lovely classroom decoration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity preparation...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a large rainbow shape onto clear contact paper, using painters tape to attach it (sticky side up) to the classroom window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect tissue paper in rainbow colors, cutting the sheets into small squares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students use the tissue paper pieces to fill in the rainbow cutout and, when finished, add a second sheet of contact paper (sticky side down) to the creation. With the contact paper smoothed out, use scissors to cut around the outside edge of the rainbow shape to create a sun catcher!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734198231065,"sku":"A4553","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rainbow-Sensory-Play-Activity-and-Sun-Catcher-Craft.jpg?v=1522782258"},{"product_id":"five-senses-teddy-bear-craft-a4765","title":"Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.46.59.jpg\" title=\"Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" alt=\"Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis craft\/sensory activity would make the perfect addition to your unit on the five senses! Not only does it offer a hands-on opportunity to explore the various ways in which we experience and order the world around us, it's also simple enough that even the littlest learners can take part! [The teachers at All About Children childcare center sent us this activity which was completed with their 12-18 month kiddos! While the students did not complete the activity on their own - they needed supervision\/help with various parts - they were very enthusiastic about participating!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActivity preparation...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.47.31.jpg\" title=\"Supplies For Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" alt=\"Supplies for Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the activity, you'll need teddy bear coloring pages printed onto white card stock, paint daubers filled with brown paint, craft glue, and items to represent the five senses. For example, the teachers at All About Children collected;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Darice-Bean-Filler-Plastic-Pellets-16\/dp\/B001O5SQCO\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBean bag fill plastic pellets\u003c\/a\u003e (dyed red) = Touch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Loops = Taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMirror paper = Sight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusic notes printed onto paper = Hear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotpourri = Smell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTo complete the activity...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.51.42.jpg\" title=\"Step One of Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" alt=\"Step One of Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst, invite students to use the paint daubers to color in the teddy bear. [Did you know you can make your own paint daubers from recycled water bottles? Click \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teachpreschool.org\/2011\/07\/diy-make-your-own-dot-dabbers-for-preschool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to find out how!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the coloring pages are drying, take time to introduce your students to the different materials they'll be using. Allow them to let the plastic pellets run through their fingers and describe how it feels, smell the potpourri and describe how it smells, etc. **If you plan to allow your kiddos to taste the Fruit Loops, and if you're working with younger students, do this last! They won't become distracted, hoping for more yummy cereal, and it will also help them remember not to put \u003cem\u003eeverything else\u003c\/em\u003e in their mouths!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.56.00.jpg\" title=\"Step Three of Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" alt=\"Step Three of Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the teddy bear is dry, students can then glue the sensory materials onto the page - matching the sensory item to the body part we use when exploring it. Even with an example to follow this might be tricky, especially with the younger set! Provide guidance\/assitance as needed, but don't worry about it being perfect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.58.36.jpg\" title=\"Finished Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" alt=\"Finished Five Senses Teddy Bear Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734198951961,"sku":"A4765","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2013-04-09_2019.46.59.jpg?v=1522782263"},{"product_id":"dropping-in-on-preschool-spring-bulletin-board-idea-a4764","title":"Dropping In On Preschool! - Spring Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.25.22.jpg\" title=\"Spring Umbrella Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Spring Umbrella Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for spring, this fun bulletin board - created with the help of the preschoolers of All About Children childcare center - features colorful shape umbrellas and cutesy title!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDropping In On Preschool!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Dropping In On Preschool!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003eSpring themed bulletin board border or complimentary solid color\/patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e All you'll need to create the bulletin board elements is an umbrella template (we found one over at \u003ca targe=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/squishideasforpreschool.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/april-showers-ducks-such.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSquish Preschool Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e that would work great!), construction paper in assorted colors, scissors, glue, and some willing students! Simply invite your kiddos to trace and cut out an umbrella shape, then draw and cut out various shapes for decorating it! Easy peasy! [NOTE: When working with the younger crowd, you might consider having shapes precut or templates for them to trace!] Add the finished umbrellas to the board then, to complete the design, cut out and arrange raindrop shapes in the empty spaces!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2013-04-09%2019.25.46.jpg\" title=\"Finished Shape Umbrella Kids Craft\" alt=\"Finished Shape Umbrella Kids Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734199017497,"sku":"A4764","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2013-04-09_2019.25.22.jpg?v=1522782263"},{"product_id":"mlk-man-of-peace-wreath-craft-and-freebies-a6916","title":"MLK Day Man of Peace Wreath Craft and FREEbies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Man of Peace Wreath Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Wreath Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Soure: Color Me Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe the holidays have come and gone and we are already looking toward celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day! If you're short on ideas, Mrs. M over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Me Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e has you covered! She has several printable freebies, as well as a few craft ideas you should definitely check out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We're All in this Together\" Peace Wreath\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing multicultural construction paper (or brown and tan), have each student trace his or her hand using a pencil. Then have students cut out their handprints. Once everyone is finished, have students take turns gluing their handprint to the class wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish the class wreath off by adding a bow to the bottom and a picture of Martin Luther King to the middle! Also, if you're planning on displaying your creation on a classroom wall or door, you may want to print out \"We're All in this Together\" to place above the wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Freebies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeace Sign T-Shirt:\u003c\/b\u003e Mrs. M provided an excellent \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree printable\u003c\/a\u003e for this activity. Simply print the T-Shirt printable onto white cardstock and have your kiddos draw on their own peace signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"What Does Peace Mean to Me\" Writing Activity:\u003c\/b\u003e For older students, print out the provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e and have them take some time to write about what peace means to them using the provided prompt. As an extension, you could hang their completed worksheets around your Peace Wreath for your MLK Day celebration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204456985,"sku":"A6916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"product_id":"100th-day-fiesta-a-day-of-celebration-a6923","title":"100th Day Fiesta - A Day of Celebration","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Fiesta\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-fiesta-sign.jpg\" alt=\"Sign for 100th Day Fiesta\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for an enjoyable way to spend the 100th day with your kiddos, check out the cute ideas Greg featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thekindergartensmorgasboard.com\/2013\/01\/a-kindergarten-smorgasboard-100-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/a\u003e. From a cute 100th day craft, to a delightful 100th day snack, his ideas have your day covered!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day Hat Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the colorful hats, each student will need ten strips of assorted color construction paper, each broken down into 10 squares, and an 11th piece to use as the base of the hat. Have students rotate between stations, gluing ten items to each strip of paper. Here's your chance to be creative! You could use anything from foam shapes to stickers to small pom poms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Hat Craft Process\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-hat-process.jpg\" alt=\"Process for Completing 100th Day Hat Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students have visited each station and completed their 10 strips, have them glue the strips on to the hat base and allow them to dry. If you don't have time for drying, help them to staple the strips on. Then staple the base together for a colorful hat the students can wear for the entire 100th day fiesta!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"capton\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Hat Craft Completed\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-hat-completed.jpg\" alt=\"Completed 100th Day Hat Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day with 100 Words\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGather students together to help you come up with 100 words! Divide the list into 10 parts, 10 words for each part. In Greg's class they came up with: 10 items of clothing, 10 movies, 10 television shows, 10 sight words, 10 numbers, 10 people, 10 places, 10 books, 10 cars and 10 school supplies. Impressive!! You could also come up with different categories, such as 10 pets or 10 snacks, anything you think your students would find exciting. Once you've completed your lists, hang them on your classroom walls or down the hall to create a colorful display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Word Lists\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-word-lists.jpg\" alt=\"100 Words for 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100th Day Snacking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can even use snack time to carry on with your 100th day fiesta! Provide each student with a piece of paper divided into 10 sections (mark each section with a number, counting in 10's from 10 to 100). Then have students place 10 of each different kind of snack in each section (you could use pretzels, gold fish, gummy bears, popcorn, etc.). Next step, enjoy! Yum!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Snack Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-snacks.jpg\" alt=\"Snack Activity to Celebrate 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Kindergarten Smorgasboard\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to give yourself a little extra time to look around Greg's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thekindergartensmorgasboard.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e. He has a smorgasboard of ideas waiting for you!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204719129,"sku":"A6923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/100th-day-fiesta-sign.jpg?v=1522782295"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-craft-and-writing-exercise-with-free-printables-a6930","title":"Valentine's Day Craft and Writing Exercise with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Descriptive Writing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-writing.jpg\" alt=\"Descriptive Writing Assignment for Valentin's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Valentine's Day right around the corner we've been on the hunt for 'heart-themed' ideas you can incorporate into your lesson plans. We ventured onto Jodi's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/fun-in-first.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFun in First\u003c\/a\u003e blog and hit the jackpot! If you're looking for a Valentine-themed craft and writing exercise, look no further!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeart Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a precut construction paper heart and allow them to decorate with a variety of craft supplies (anything from crayons to glitter to feathers to gemstones will do). We like Jodi's idea of completing the craft and writing on separate days to extend the Valentine's Day fun! But you could always complete together if you're running short on time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Heart Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-hearts.jpg\" alt=\"Heart Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescriptive Writing Exercise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk your students to come up with a list of adjectives that descibe their hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"List of Heart Adjectives Exercise\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-adjectives.jpg\" alt=\"Exercise for List of Heart Adjectives\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce their lists are complete, allow them to use the lists as a guide for a descriptive writing assignment where they can tell you all about their wonderful hearts! And don't worry, Jodi was kind enough to provide the writing exercise \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/fun-in-first.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-writing-and-some.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintables\u003c\/a\u003e for FREE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOptional:\u003c\/em\u003e  After the writing assignments are complete, have your students glue their decorated hearts to the top half of a piece of construction paper with their descriptive writing assignments underneath. What a cute Valentine's Day classroom display!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-display.jpg\" alt=\"Craft Display for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204751897,"sku":"A6930","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valentines-descriptive-writing.jpg?v=1522782296"},{"product_id":"100th-day-take-home-book-for-kids-a6926","title":"100th Day Take Home Book for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-book-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Take Home Activity Book to Celebrate 100 Days\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a way to commemorate your 100th day festivities with your kiddos,  this super cute 100th Day Activity Book featured by Julie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/100th-day-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e is perfect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e100th Day Take Home Book\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a colorful cover for the book that says \"My 100th Day Activities.\" Then have students complete the following pages to fill up their take home books! A great idea would be to start the activities about a week before your 100th day of school and break them up over 5 days or so. Then complete the books on the 100th day and send them home with your kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students draw a picture of themselves on the 100th day of school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Me at 100 Days\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-book-mepic.jpg\" alt=\"Me at 100 Days Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents can proctice writing and counting by tracing their numbers 1-100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Number Tracing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-numbers.jpg\" alt=\"Tracing Numbers Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice tallying in 10's from 10 all the way to 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Tallying\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-tally.jpg\" alt=\"Tallying Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee how many times your students can write their first names in 100 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, Name Writing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-name.jpg\" alt=\"Name Writing Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students write down an item they actually have 100 of and then an item they wish they had 100 of (complete the page with a colorful drawing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Take Home Book, I Wish I Had\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-day-wish.jpg\" alt=\"I Wish I Had Activity for 100th Day Take Home Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out Julie's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/100th-day-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e for the 100th Day Take Home Book Printables!  She has an entire 100th Day Package available in her TPT store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204817433,"sku":"A6926","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/100th-day-book-cover.jpg?v=1522782296"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable-a6931","title":"Valentine's Day Card Creatures - Kids Craft Printable","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-1-text.jpg\" alt=\"Card Creatures for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to add a little creativity to your Valentine's Day party and festivities? Get your kiddos involved by making their very own Valentine's Day Card Creatures, created by Joel over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMade By Joel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printable you'll need is provided for FREE on Joel's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-card-creatures-kids-craft-printable.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e, so the only thing left to do is to have your students cut, fold and tape the creatures together. Easy peasy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures Instructions\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-4.jpg\" alt=\"Instructions for Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach animal even has a hidden flap where students can add their own personalized Valentine's Day messages. And once your Valentine card exchange is complete, your kiddos will have a new toy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Card Creatures Completed\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-3.jpg\" alt=\"Completed Valentine's Day Card Creatures\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Made By Joel\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204915737,"sku":"A6931","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Made-by-Joel-Valentines-Card-Creatures-Kids-Craft-1-text.jpg?v=1522782297"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-heart-collage-craft-w-free-template-a6946","title":"Valentine's Day Heart Collage Craft w\/ FREE Template!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/VDay-Heart-Collage-Craftivity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do you get when you mix a little color theory with Valentine's Day? This super fun heart collage craft that we found over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/valentines-day-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e! Primary vs. secondary colors. Color mixing. Fine motor skills. Following directions. These are just a few of the concepts\/skills your kiddos will strengthen through this fun craftivity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe concept is simple...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvided with the template {shown below} and colored paper, students are invited to tear the paper into pieces and glue it to the template in the appropriate place. Along the way, students discover what happens when two colors are mixed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Heart-Template.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachelle suggests having students take it section by section, working from the outside in. Additionally, it is recommended that the glue be applied to the template as opposed to the torn pieces of paper to save time! Here's another picture of the finished craft...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Mixing-Heart-Collage-VDay.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA festive craft that doubles as a learning opportunity! To download the craftivity template, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205308953,"sku":"A6946","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/VDay-Heart-Collage-Craftivity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782299"},{"product_id":"george-washington-themed-activities-for-presidents-day-a6952","title":"George Washington-Themed Activities for President's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/george-washington-craft.jpg\" alt=\"President's Day Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Eberhart's Explorers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith President's Day drawing near, we've been looking for simple ways for our readers to incorporate the holiday into their lessons. Erin over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/presidents-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEberhart's Explorers\u003c\/a\u003e featured a few ideas that are sure to get your kiddos excited! And even better, her ideas are focused on George Washington, one of our most influential presidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGeorge Washington Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials you will need to get started:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRed, Blue, Yellow and Tan construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePaper doilies\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRed and orange crayons\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/b\u003e  You will need to trace the hat and body onto blue construction paper and the hat band and star onto yellow color construction paper for each student (you will also need a circle traced onto tan construction paper). You should be able to easily find a clip art image online to trace the hat (and if your drawing skills are anything like mine, the star too :) ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure each child has one of each piece, along with a paper doily that has been precut into a triangle, several cotton balls and a set of wiggle eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/b\u003e  Walk your kiddos through completing their portrait. Have them start by cutting out all of their pieces. Then, glue on the body, head and blue hat piece, followed by the yellow hat 'accessories.' Next, have students glue on their wiggle eyes and cotton balls to look like hair. And finally, complete the portrait by drawing in the mouth and nose and gluing on the doily!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/b\u003e  Hang the completed works of art around your class for a super cute President's Day display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Completed George Washington Portraits Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/presidents-day-art.jpg\" alt=\"Classroom Display of George Washington Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Eberhart's Explorers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAll About George Washington Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students help you in completing a \"Was\/Had\/Wanted\" chart about our first president. Before you begin to brain-storm, read a book to your kiddos about George Washington and\/or show a short video. Erin recommended showing a \"Brain Pop\" on George Washington. Also take a minute to talk about what it means to be a president!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Was\/Had\/Wanted Chart\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/presidents-day-chart.jpg\" alt=\"Was\/Had\/Wanted Chart Featuring George Washington\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Eberhart's Explorers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith your class chart completed, have your students complete their own \"All About Mr. Washington\" sheet. Ask them to draw a picture of our first president and then write down three fun facts about his life \/ presidency from the list you generated as a class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"All About Mr. Washington worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/presidents-day-kids-chart.jpg\" alt=\"President's Day Worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Eberhart's Explorers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eAfter you've finished your President's Day activities, be sure to spend some time browsing around Erin's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e. She has an impressive assortment of ideas waiting for you!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205571097,"sku":"A6952","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/george-washington-craft.jpg?v=1522782301"},{"product_id":"presidents-day-popsicle-stick-puppets-a6953","title":"President's Day Popsicle Stick Puppets","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"President's Day Puppets\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/presidents-day-puppets-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Popsicle Stick Puppets for President's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet your kiddos excited about President's Day with these adorable popsicle stick puppets featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/presidents-day-popsicle-stick-puppets.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e. The idea features two of our most influential presidents: George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. However, you could easily 'tweak' the look of the puppet to accommodate any president you happen to be learning about!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials You Will Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"President's Day Puppets Supplies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/presidents-day-puppet-supplies.jpg\" alt=\"Supplies for President's Day Puppets\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eJumbo craft sticks\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlue tape\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite doilies\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRed and Black markers\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeorge Washington Puppet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students start their puppets by gluing a small piece of cotton ball to the top of the stick for 'hair' and then have them draw on the eyes and mouth with black and red marker, respectively. Friendly reminder, George Washington was not known to smile much!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Stick Puppet, Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/washington-puppet-step1.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 for George Washington Stick Puppet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, have your students wrap blue tape around the stick to form a 'suit'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Stick Puppet, Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/washington-puppet-step2.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2 for George Washington Stick Puppet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, cut a piece of blue tape long enough to form arms, cut the piece in half length-wise, and center the half piece across the back of the stick, making sure the sticky side is up (be sure to hold on to the remaining half piece). Form hands by sticking two white circles cut from construction paper to the end of each arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Stick Puppet, Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/washington-puppet-step3.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3 for George Washington Stick Puppet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete the puppet by sticking the remaining half of the blue tape across the top of the arms, sticky side down. And, finally, glue on a small triangular doily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"George Washington Stick Puppet, Step 4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/washington-puppet-step4.jpg\" alt=\"Step 4 for George Washington Stick Puppet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Almost Unschoolers\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eTo view the complete tutorial for an Abraham Lincoln puppet, with step-by-step assembling instuctions, be sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/almostunschoolers.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/presidents-day-popsicle-stick-puppets.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAlmost Unschoolers\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205898777,"sku":"A6953","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/presidents-day-puppets-complete.jpg?v=1522782303"},{"product_id":"3-d-leprechaun-craft-for-st-patricks-day-a6965","title":"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun1.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute are these 3-D leprechauns featured by Rachelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/3d-leprechauns.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e?!? And the best part about this craft is that you probably already have everything you will need on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e12\" circle pattern\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eManila paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGreen, Red, White and Blue construction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eYellow, Orange and Brown construction paper (for hair)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePencils\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave each student start by tracing the 12\" circle pattern onto the manila paper (you may want to have a few circle patterns available). Then have them cut out the circle and then into the center of the circle (along the radius) with one straight line. Overlap the manila paper at the cut radius until a pointed 'nose' appears and glue the pieces together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the hard part of creating the 3-D effect is complete, turn your students loose to create their very own leprechaun! Here are a few examples from the cute creations in Rachelle's class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun2.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun3.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Leprechaun Craft for St. Patrick's Day Example 4\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3D-leprechaun4.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Craft Example 4\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e soon to check out their entire collection of ideas!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206095385,"sku":"A6965","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3D-leprechaun1.jpg?v=1522782304"},{"product_id":"math-art-with-dr-seuss-a6967","title":"Math \u0026 Art with Dr. Seuss!","description":"\u003cp\u003eDebbie over a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2013\/02\/dr-seuss-projects-roundup.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e is always finding the coolest projects, lessons, and bulletin board ideas! If we're ever lacking for inspiration, her blog has become a fast favorite! Naturally, our search for fun Dr. Seuss themed projects had us skipping over to check it out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMy Favorite Suess Book...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dr.%20Seuss%20Favorites.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Read Across America Week does focus on literacy, there are also loads of opportunities for learning accros different subjects! Check out this fun graphing activity! After reading several Seuss selections, students are invited to vote for their favorite book, creating a fun and colorful graph of the class' preferences!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an extension, students can analyze the data 'collected' - i.e. tally up the number of votes for each column, determine which book had the greatest number of votes, compare the columns using greater than\/less than statements, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham Abstracts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Green%20Eggs%20and%20Ham.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love some open-ended art fun! Inspired by Seuss' \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Eggs \u0026amp; Ham\u003c\/strong\u003e, students used plastic easter eggs as stamps. Simple, fun, and a great way to connect art and literature! Along with the plastic eggs, white art paper and green craft paint are all you need to round out the supply list for this project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTen Apples Up On Top Headband Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2012-03-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some fun reading, math, and crafting fun, here's a headband craftivity to go along with Seuss' \u003cstrong\u003eTen Apples Up On Top\u003c\/strong\u003e. Again, the craft is simple, but it creates a great opportunity for extended learning. Counting. One to one correspondence. Numeral writing. Fine motor skills. Not to mention, a fun wearable souvenier to remind them of what they learned!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206160921,"sku":"A6967","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dr._20Seuss_20Favorites.jpg?v=1522782304"},{"product_id":"dr-seuss-truffula-tree-craft-a6970","title":"Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Craft","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Truffula Tree Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/thing-1-thing-1-pencils.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow stinkin' cute are these truffula trees featured by Kathy over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/one-more-seuss.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e?!? With March 2nd quickly approaching, these adorable little guys would make a great addition to your Dr. Seuss festivities. And they are super simple to put together!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTruffula Trees\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive each student an unsharpened yellow pencil and have them color in stripes up the entire length of the pencil with black permanent marker (don't forget paint shirts if you're entrusting little ones with this step!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the marker stripes dry completely, have students wrap blue or orange yarn around a small rectangular piece of cardboard. Make sure they wrap enough! After they've finished, tie the yarn off with a small piece of the same color and cut the yarn across in one spot to remove it from the cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll need to do this next part. Hot glue the yarn \"poof\" to the top of the pencil. Complete the project by having students mount their trees into a small ball of playdough. What a cute desk decoration to celebrate Dr. Seuss!!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206291993,"sku":"A6970","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/thing-1-thing-1-pencils.jpg?v=1522782305"},{"product_id":"st-patricks-day-rainbow-craftivity-with-free-writing-prompt-worksheets-a6975","title":"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity with FREE Writing Prompt Worksheets","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-craft-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow Craftivity for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Patrick's Day festivities would not be complete without a brightly colored rainbow! The rainbow craftivity featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to be a hit with your kiddos. So break out the crayons and the fruit loops and let's get started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eRainbow pattern\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite construction paper clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlack construction paper pots\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eYellow construction paper coins\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCrayons\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFruit Loops\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCotton balls or coffee filters\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRainbow Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a rainbow pattern copied onto white paper. They will each also need a white cloud, a black pot and several yellow coins. Depending on the age of your kiddos, you could have these already cut out for them, or you could provide them with a template to trace and cut out themselves. Alisha provides links to patterns for the rainbow, the cloud and the pot on her site \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith supplies in hand, talk about the colors of the rainbow as a class and then turn them loose to color in their rainbows with crayon. Once the coloring is finished, have them glue their white cloud to one end of the rainbow and the block pot and yellow coins to the other end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, provide each child with a collection of fruit loops and have them sort the cereal by color. After they've completed sorting the fruit loops, instruct your kiddos to glue them onto their rainbows by color. The spacing of the fruit loops is up to the students. You may want to provide an example of each so they can decide how they want their finished rainbow to look!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craftivity in Action\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rainbow-craft-process.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow Craftivity for Kids in Action\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final step in the rainbow craftivity is to add a little 'life' to the cloud. This can be done by gluing on cotton balls or coffee filters, whichever you have handy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSt. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the super cute rainbow craftivity, Alisha provides 4 different (and FREE) writing prompt \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/st-patricks-day-craftivity-free-writing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eworksheets\u003c\/a\u003e you can use to complete your St. Patrick's Day lesson! Be sure to stop by her site to get your free copies. Here are 2 examples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"A Rainbow Is...St. Patrick's Day Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/a-rainbow-is-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"A Rainbow Is...Worksheet for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"If I Saw a Rainbow St. Patrick's Day Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/if-i-saw-a-rainbow-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"If I Saw a Rainbow Worksheet for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute would it be to have your students complete different worksheets. Then use their creative writing along with their rainbows to create a St. Patrick's Day bulletin board display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e soon! Alisha has put together an incredible collection of ideas you will definitely want to check out!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206521369,"sku":"A6975","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rainbow-craft-complete.jpg?v=1522782306"},{"product_id":"shamrocks-rainbows-fine-motor-skill-practice-a6984","title":"Shamrocks \u0026 Rainbows - Fine Motor Skill Practice","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Shamrocks \u0026amp; Rainbows - Fine Motor Skill Practice\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shamrocks-and-Rainbows.jpg\" alt=\"Fine Motor Skill Practice for St. Patrick's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are never disappointed with the super cute ideas Debbie features over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2013\/03\/shamrocks-rainbows-fine-motor-friday.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e! Take, for example, the following two ideas - perfect for St. Patrick's Day and a little fine motor skill practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShamrock 'Lucky Charms'\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Shamrock Stickers for St. Patrick's Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shamrock-Stickers.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Stickers\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with a shamrock shape pre-cut from green foam. You will also need a large assortment of peel-off shamrock stickers. Try to find different patterns, colors and embellishments for added interest (glitter, plaid, gold, shiny, etc.). Then have your students get to decorating! Peeling off the backs of the stickers will be great fine motor pratice for your youngsters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you happen to have a 'seasonal' tree in your classroom, add the completed shamrocks for a St. Patrick's Day touch! You could also hang them from your classroom ceiling to display your kiddos hard work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Tree\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/St-Patricks-Day-Tree.jpg\" alt=\"Shamrock Seasonal Tree for St. Patrick's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRainbow Collage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add a little color to your St. Patrick's Day festivities, have your students help you complete a rainbow collage! You will need to start with bulletin board paper in the colors of the rainbow (purple, red, orange, yellow, green and blue). Cut the paper into the shape of a rainbow and adhere it to a classroom wall or bulletin board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, have your kiddos practice their cutting and pasting skills by finding and cutting out pictures from magazines to coordinate with the colors of the rainbow. What a cute and colorful idea!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eSide Note: You may want to assign each child a color so you don't end up with only blue photos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Rainbow Collage\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bulletin-Board-Rainbow.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e to check out Debbie's incredible blog! Just make sure you have a little time on your hands - you are definitely going to want to spend it looking around!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206783513,"sku":"A6984","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shamrocks-and-Rainbows.jpg?v=1522782308"},{"product_id":"leprechaun-glyph-for-st-patricks-day-a6982","title":"Leprechaun Glyph for St. Patrick's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Leprechaun Glyph for St. Patrick's Day\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-teacher.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Patrick's Day is quickly approaching! Do you find yourself in need of a way to add a little leprechaun fun to your lesson plans?? If so, be sure to check out this adorable glyph activity featured by Kathy over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/leprechaun-glyph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e. Kathy provides everything you will need to complete the project with your class (aside from the construction paper and glue of course!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLeprechaun Glyph\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns and instructions you will need are provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/leprechaun-glyph-cont.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. With the patterns in hand, all you will need are scissors, glue, markers and construction paper in  two shades of green, yellow, black, tan and orange. Have your students answer the following questions to complete their leprechauns:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Leprechaun Glyph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Leprechaun-Glyph.jpg\" alt=\"Glyph Instructions for Completing Leprechaun\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few examples completed by Kathy's class. It will be cute to see how many students claim to have actually spotted a leprechaun (indicated by yellow buttons)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Completed Leprechaun Glyph Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-student1.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids Example 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Completed Leprechaun Glyph Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/leprechaun-glyph-student2.jpg\" alt=\"St. Patrick's Day Glyph for Kids Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grade a la Carte\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are always on the hunt for great ideas for our readers and \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgradealacarte.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grade a la Carte\u003c\/a\u003e is quickly becoming one of our favorite sources! Be sure to stop by Kathy's site to check out her amazing collection of ideas soon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734206849049,"sku":"A6982","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/leprechaun-glyph-teacher.jpg?v=1522782308"},{"product_id":"spring-fever-butterflies-freebie-a6988","title":"Spring Fever Butterflies FREEbie","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Fever Butterflies FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-butterflies-CoverPage.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Butterflies for Math and Literacy Practice\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teach It With Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOkay, show of hands... Who is ready for SPRING?!? I don't know about you, but we Ohioans are definitely ready to put our snow shoveling days behind us...at least for a few months! So, we've been on the hunt for all things Spring and in our search we came across these super cute butterflies featured by Randi over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/spring-fever-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach It With Class\u003c\/a\u003e. With this cutie, Spring is definitely in the air! And best of all, the ideas and templates are provided as a FREEbie!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/spring-fever-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etemplate\u003c\/a\u003e is provided for quick assembly by you, or it could be used as a stencil for your kiddos to trace and put together themselves if you're looking for a cute craft to go along with the review exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the sections of the butterly broken down into 5, the options for review in math and literacy are endless! Just a few examples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresenting Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddition and Subtraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStory Maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong and Short Vowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Fever Butterflies Exercise Examples\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sprig-butterflies-example.jpg\" alt=\"Exercise Examples for Use with Spring Fever Butterflies\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teach It With Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when the review is complete, hang the cute little buggers around your room for a colorful Spring time display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/teachitwithclass.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach It With Class\u003c\/a\u003e to get your FREEbie and to check out all of Randi's fantastic ideas!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207012889,"sku":"A6988","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spring-butterflies-CoverPage.jpg?v=1522782309"},{"product_id":"3-d-relief-flower-collage-for-spring-a6991","title":"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers1.jpg\" alt=\"Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a little 'pop' to your spring flower artwork and decorations by creating 3-D relief flowers, as shown here by Mr. E over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.artwithmre.com\/2011\/04\/spring-collage-go-3-d.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt With Mr. E\u003c\/a\u003e. Creating 3-D relief flowers is not only a great way to help your students understand layering and the difference between 2-D and 3-D, it's a perfect opportunity to add a little interest (and a whole lot of color) to your spring flower artwork!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you need is construction paper in assorted colors, scissors and glue and you're ready to begin creating! Check out a few examples created by the students in Mr. E's class. I think it's safe to say they caught on to the 3-D relief concept quite well! SO pretty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers2.jpg\" alt=\"Example 2, Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"3-D Relief Flower Collage for Spring Up Close\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3d-flowers3.jpg\" alt=\"Up Close Spring 3-D Flower Collage\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Art With Mr. E\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.artwithmre.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eArt With Mr. E\u003c\/a\u003e to check out his awesome collection of art ideas! It really is impressive!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207045657,"sku":"A6991","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3d-flowers1.jpg?v=1522782309"},{"product_id":"what-plants-need-bulletin-board-idea-for-spring-a6998","title":"\"What Plants Need\" Bulletin Board Idea for Spring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"What Plants Need Bulletin Board Idea for Spring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/whatplantsneed.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Plants Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow stinkin' cute is this bulletin board idea featured by Traci over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2013\/03\/im-backand-so-is-spring-kind-of.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflies in First\u003c\/a\u003e?!? We love that the idea is not only super cute, it also gives your kiddos a chance to participate with a sunflower craftivity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSunflower Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate sunflowers with your class with construction paper, sunflower seeds and a bit of glue. Each student will need a yellow flower, an orange circle for the middle, two green leaves, a green stem and a yellow root. Depending on the age of your students, you can provide templates for them to use to cut themselves, or you may want to have this part already done for them. Traci provides the \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2013\/03\/im-backand-so-is-spring-kind-of.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblackline masters\u003c\/a\u003e you will need in her TPT store (complete with writing lines to copy right onto construction paper). Or you could always find a sunflower clipart online if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students have cut out the pieces and glued them together to create the sunflower, have them write the purpose of each part of the flower directly onto the piece (Ex: The roots collect water and nutrients). Then attach yellow Easter grass to the bottom of the root and actual sunflower seeds to the middle of the flower to complete the plant. So lifelike!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Sunflower Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/whatplantsneed-closeup.jpg\" alt=\"Sunflower Craft for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"What Plants Need\"\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBackground:\u003c\/b\u003e Blue bulletin board paper for the sky and green for the grass (you could use a sky blue if you prefer a more realistic look).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \"What Plants Need\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBorder:\u003c\/b\u003e A spring-themed border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/b\u003e Line the grass with your student's completed sunflower craftivities. Then, create each part of the plant out of construction paper in a larger size (a green leaf, a yellow root, etc) along with it's name written on white paper to stand out. Next, use white 'speech bubbles' to write out the purpose of each part of the plant (and don't forget a yellow sun and dark blue rain drop - very important for making food!). Place your larger creations across the top of the board just above the sunflowers and underneath the title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207209497,"sku":"A6998","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/whatplantsneed.jpg?v=1522782310"},{"product_id":"super-fun-cross-curricular-spring-plant-lesson-idea-a7009","title":"Super Fun Cross-Curricular Spring Plant Lesson Idea!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love cross-curricular studies - especially combining literature and science! Applying learned skills\/concepts to more than one subject simultaneously not only creates a more meaningful learning experience, it also creates a more fluid learning environment as classroom activities\/experiments naturally flow into one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlisha, second grade teacher and creator of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/plantsflowerslife-cyclesspring.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e, paired Lynne Cherry's \"How Groundhog's Garden Grew\" with her science unit on plants\/flowers and it was a huge hit! Check it out...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Groundhog's Garden Grew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/61tXHBuEGqL.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry's tale tells the story of a happy little groundhog who loves to eat fresh vegetables from his neighbor's garden until, one day, a friend shows him the joy of planting his \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e garden. With these new lessons in mind, the story then follows groundhog's gardening journey from start to finish; from seed gathering and planting, to tending the plants and gathering the produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce Alisha and her kiddos read the book, she invites them to discus the problem\/solution of the story. Isn't her anchor chart for the activity adorable!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning About Plants\/Flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been introduced to the concept of growing fruits and vegetables, the book provides the perfect segue into learning about what plants need to grow and the life cycle of a plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlisha and her second graders compared what living things (humans\/animals) need...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e...versus the things that plans\/flowers need to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThen Alisha introduced the life cycle of a plant with this fabulous (and enormous!) display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\" caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe learning experience is so much richer when students are encouraged to apply new concepts\/knowledge across multiple disciplines\/subject areas! And it certainly doesn't hurt when your teacher is super creative and can bring the subject alive with creative lessons\/activities! We just love the anchor charts and colorful visual aids Alisha uses, and highly recommend that you check out her other learning ideas over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thebubblyblondeteacher.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207406105,"sku":"A7009","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Cross-Curricular-Plant-Lesson-4.jpg?v=1522782311"},{"product_id":"spring-windsock-craftivity-all-about-rain-a7004","title":"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this super cute windsock craftivity that Cara featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/post-spring-break-craftivity.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e. What we love about this craftivity is that it could easily be used for ANY topic your class happens to be covering!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Windsock Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplies you will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite construction paper (9\" x 12\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted color construction paper (precut into strips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStapler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper hole punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide each of your students with a white piece of construction paper and instruct them to draw a rainy day scene - can be anything they want (as long as it includes a few clouds and rain drops).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/b\u003e Make sure each student has 6 strips of precut construction paper, each strip a different color. In Cara's example she had her students write one fact they learned about rain on three different strips. On the fourth strip they wrote a sentence about how rain makes them feel. The fifth strip was a short explanation about how rain affects the environment (great link to science discussion!). And on the final and 6th strip her students wrote about a book they were reminded of when they were discussing rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain, Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock2.jpg\" alt=\"Example 2 - Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, the beauty of this craftivity is that it can be tailored to meet your class's needs. Maybe you're getting ready to learn about rain and you could have your students write three facts they already know, and three things they hope to learn. Or, maybe your class is learning about seeds and the growing season - you could easily have your students draw a colorful flower garden and complete the 6 strips about the process of growing a plant. Be creative! The options are endless!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/b\u003e Once your students have completed their drawings and strips, have them staple the 6 strips across the bottom of their picture (they may need assistance with this part). Then staple the drawing together to create a cylinder, punch two holes into the top and attach a piece of yarn for hanging. How cute would these be hanging from the ceiling around your class?!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Spring Windsock Craftivity - All About Rain, Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/rain-windsock.jpg\" alt=\"Example 1 - Rain Windsock Craftivity for Spring\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The First Grade Parade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e is quickly becoming one of our favorite stops for gathering creative ideas. Be sure to swing by Cara's site soon to check it out!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207504409,"sku":"A7004","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/rain-windsock-complete.jpg?v=1522782312"},{"product_id":"earth-day-cherry-blossom-tree-craft-for-kids-a7023","title":"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree - Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree - Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-tree-art.jpg\" alt=\"Soda Bottle Painting Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-tree.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e combined two crafty ideas to create an Earth Day cherry blossom tree you are sure to love! She took the basics of painting with a soda bottle and added in a cardboard twist to bring the branches to life. And even better, the craft will teach your kiddos all about using recycled materials (empty soda bottles, cardboard and paper). Perfect for celebrating Earth Day!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Tree\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials You Will Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSoda bottles\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCardboard\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBowls or Plates (for holding paint)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePink paint (or green for an apple tree)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need to collect several liter size soda bottles and cardboard before you complete this project with your class. To get your students involved in the concept of recycling, ask them to bring these used items from home a week or so before you'll need them. In preparation, you'll also want to split the cardboard, exposing the \"ridged\" side to get a true bark look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Supplies\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/painting-supplies.jpg\" alt=\"Supplies for Soda Bottle Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a white piece of paper and a small section of cardboard. Have them cut the cardboard into strips and glue them onto their paper to create a tree trunk and branches (ridged side up).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cutting-cardboard.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cardboard-tree-branches.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the tree branches complete, have your students paint on their pink blossoms using the bottom of a soda bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/painting-with-pop-bottles.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3 to Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fun twist, you could give your kiddos the option of creating an apple tree instead. Simply use green paint instead of pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Cherry Blossom Tree Complete\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/finished-pop-bottle-pictures.jpg\" alt=\"Complete Earth Day Tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute would these be on a classroom wall surrounded by recycling ideas written out on pink and green paper?!? Have a brainstorming session with your kiddos on ways to help the environment to complete your Earth Day display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e to take a look at Michelle's amazing blog! It's quickly becoming one of our favorite resources!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208061465,"sku":"A7023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earth-day-tree-art.jpg?v=1522782315"},{"product_id":"earth-day-collaboration-collage-a7024","title":"Earth Day Collaboration Collage","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Collaboration Collage\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Tissue Paper Collage for Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: RainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a simple - and inexpensive - project to celebrate Earth Day with your class? Then check out this Earth Day collaboration collage featured by Debbie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-collage-collaboration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEarth Day Collage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGreen pool noodle (blue would work too)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eTissue paper in blues and greens\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite bulletin board paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eGlue sticks\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll want to pick up a green or blue pool noodle at your local dollar store before you start this project with your class. Debbie recommends securing the pool noodle into a circle with a golf club grip, or something simliar. You most likely already have the rest of the supplies you'll need at your fingertips! Told you this project would be inexpensive! :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArm each of your kiddos with a pair of scissors and have them cut tissue paper into small pieces. You'll need a lot of little pieces to complete the collage!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Collaboration Collage Step 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-globe-progress.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1, Tissue Paper Collage for Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: RainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, place the pool noodle circle onto white bulletin board paper and have your students fill the circle with their tissue paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Collaboration Collage Step 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-globe-gluing.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2, Tissue Paper Collage for Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: RainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish the collage by having your students place their hands around the pool noodle and taking a picture. What a great way to show that we can all help to protect the Earth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Collaboration Collage Step 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3, Tissue Paper Collage for Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: RainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like to use the collage as a bulletin board display, attach the pool noodle with craft glue or a glue gun and cut the white paper around the noodle to create a border. Voila! Bulletin board Earth Day display complete!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbowsWithinReach\u003c\/a\u003e is one of our favorite spots for finding unique and creative ideas. Be sure to stop by Debbie's site soon!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208094233,"sku":"A7024","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earth-day-cover.jpg?v=1522782315"},{"product_id":"tell-me-tree-earth-day-freebie-a7026","title":"\"Tell Me, Tree\" Earth Day FREEbie","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"'Tell Me, Tree' Earth Day FREEbie\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tell-me-tree-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day 'Tell Me, Tree' Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Thank God It's First Grade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan you blieve Earth Day is only a couple short weeks away? Get your Earth Day celebration started with this fantastic FREEbie provided by Susan from \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/earth-day-fun-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThank God It's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Tell Me, Tree\" Earth Day Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSusan provides everything you will need (templates, etc.) \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/earth-day-fun-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Once you've snagged your templates, you will need the following to complete this cutie:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSky blue construction paper (background)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown construction paper (tree trunk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen construction paper (different shades for leaves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn preparation, trace and copy tree trunks onto brown construction paper and write \"Tell Me, Tree\" across the trunk for each student. You will also need a bunch of leaves copied onto different shades of green construction paper. Then, get together as a class to read the book \u003cem\u003eTell Me, Tree\u003c\/em\u003e by Gail Gibbons and take some time to come up with a bubble map for all things trees!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students cut out their tree trunks and leaves and glue them to their blue paper to begin the craft. Then, have your students use the classroom bubble map you put together earlier to write facts about trees onto each one of their leaves (8 leaves per student).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents can then fill in the background on their papers however they choose - a Springtime rainbow scene, a thunderstorm, lots of flowers - it's up to them! Check out a few examples from Susan's class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"'Tell Me, Tree' Earth Day Completed Craft 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tellmetree-student1.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day 'Tell Me, Tree' Completed Craftivity, Example 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Thank God It's First Grade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"'Tell Me, Tree' Earth Day Completed Craft 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/tellmetree-student2.jpg\" alt=\"Earth Day 'Tell Me, Tree' Completed Craftivity, Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Thank God It's First Grade\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eHappy Earth Day!!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eOnce your crafting is complete, spend some time browsing around \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/thankgoditsfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThank God It's First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208159769,"sku":"A7026","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/tell-me-tree-cover.jpg?v=1522782316"},{"product_id":"earth-day-inspired-tree-craft-and-display-a7029","title":"Earth Day Inspired Tree Craft and Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Earth Day Inspired Tree Craft and Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/earth-day-tree-display.jpg\" alt=\"Tree Craft and Display to Celebrate Earth Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: I Heart Crafty Things\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this display featured by Rachel over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartcraftythings.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-inspired-tree-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Heart Crafty Things\u003c\/a\u003e?!? Crafting a tree display with your kiddos would be the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day (which is rapidly approaching)! Trees are, after all, incredibly important for our Earth. And we love the bright colors and the 3-D effect created with the tree trunk. For the complete tutorial and supply list, head over to Rachel's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iheartcraftythings.com\/2012\/04\/earth-day-inspired-tree-craft.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208290841,"sku":"A7029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/earth-day-tree-display.jpg?v=1522782317"},{"product_id":"springtime-froggy-fun-3-activities-all-about-frogs-a7045","title":"Springtime Froggy Fun - 3 Activities All About Frogs!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Froggy Fun - Springtime Activities All About Frogs!\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/froggy-fun-craft.jpg\" alt=\"Springtime Froggy Fun Activities\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringtime provides a wonderful opportunity to discuss and learn all about life cycles, plants, animals, bugs...you name it, when Springtime rolls around everything starts to come back to life. It is a beautiful site! If you're looking for ideas to teach your kiddos about frogs this Spring, you have to check out these ideas featured by Elisabeth over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/missdelk.blogspot.com\/2012\/05\/froggy-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning your journey into the world of frogs, you might like to read your class a book as an introduction to the topic! Elisabeth read the following book with her class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"All About Frogs Book Cover\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/all-about-frogs-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Book Cover, All About Frogs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrog Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo decorate your classroom board or wall, take some time with your class to craft the adorable frogs shown in the display above. You'll only need a few items:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, Black, Pink and Dark and Light Green construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with the following templates, pretraced onto the correct color construction paper: dark green circle (frog head), light green legs (2 larger, 2 smaller), light green eyes (2), black and white circles for eyes (2 of each) and a pink retangle for the tongue. If free-handing is not your thing, you should be able to find clip-art to use for tracing online!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave each of your students cut out their pieces and begin assembling with glue to create the super cute frog! You may want to provide them with an example so they know which piece goes where. And for the tongue, have your students glue a small section in place. Then, use a pencil to wrap the other end around it to create the life-like curled tongue effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan \/ Have \/ Are Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet together as a class to come up with a list of everything they have learned about frogs! Elisabeth used the \"Can \/ Have \/ Are\" layout and it seems to have worked perfectly! Added bonus - you can use your example from the frog craft to add a little pizazz to the chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Froggy Fun - Can, Have, Are Chart\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/froggy-fun-chart.jpg\" alt=\"Can, Have, Are Chart All About Frogs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLife Cycle Flip Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a final learning element, Elisabeth's class created simple life cycle flip books with templates she found in a Mail box book. You could also easily find templates with just a bit of searching online. On the cover are pictures the kids were able to color of each stage and on the inside was an exaplanation to go along with each picture. A slit was cut between each stage to allow the kids to open one stage at a time. Super cute and super informative!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Froggy Fun Life Cycle Flip Books\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/froggy-fun-life-cycle.jpg\" alt=\"Life Cycle Flip Books, Frogs\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eStop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/missdelk.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Adventures of Miss Elisabeth\u003c\/a\u003e to see what Miss Elisabeth's class is up to next!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208815129,"sku":"A7045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/froggy-fun-craft.jpg?v=1522782320"},{"product_id":"easy-oil-pastel-art-project-a7046","title":"Easy Oil Pastel Art Project","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Easy Oil Pastel Art Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/spring-oilpastel-bunny-final.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Art Project Using Oil Pastels\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a simple art project to complete with your kiddos, check out this oil pastel project that was featured over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/easy-oil-pastel-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e. The project can easily be tailored to fit any season, holiday, or topic! We love the cute bunny the Moffatt Girls chose for Spring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies You'll Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePencils\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eOil pastels\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWatercolor paints\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a white piece of paper and have them draw a picture in pencil (the provided example shows a bunny with an outdoor background). You could have all of your students draw a similar picture, or you could let their imaginations take over. In the end, it's really all about the techniques!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Easy Oil Pastel Drawing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny-sketching.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing to Begin Oil Pastel Art Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the drawings are complete, have your students use oil pastels to first outline over their drawing and then to color everything in. Don't worry about smearing or white spaces with the oil pastels - the watercolor paint will fix all of it in the next step!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Oil Pastels To Fill In Drawing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny.jpg\" alt=\"Filling In With Oil Pastels\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the final step, use watercolor paint to paint over the entire picture (make sure the watercolor paint color matches the oil pastels the students used). How cute is the result?!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Oil Pastel Art Project Complete\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/oilpastel-bunny-watercolor.jpg\" alt=\"Completed Oil Pastel Art Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Moffatt Girls\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to swing by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/moffattgirls.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Moffatt Girls\u003c\/a\u003e to see what other crafty ideas the girls have up their sleeves!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208880665,"sku":"A7046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/spring-oilpastel-bunny-final.jpg?v=1522782320"},{"product_id":"fractionpillars-math-craftivity-a7066","title":"Fractionpillars' Math Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Fractionpillars Math Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fractionpillars.jpg\" alt=\"Math Craftivity for Kids - Fractionpillars\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Common to the Core\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow stinkin' cute are these fraction caterpillars, or more accurately, fractionpillars that were featured by Dana over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.commontothecore.com\/2012\/04\/fractionpillars.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCommon to the Core\u003c\/a\u003e?!? We love the play on words and what a cute way to introduce your kiddos to fractions this Spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFractionpillars\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eAssorted color pom poms\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eHot glue gun\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMarkers\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWiggle Eyes\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFraction worksheet\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a piece of construction paper and allow them to choose 5 pom poms in three different colors (you could vary the number of poms if you're wanting to make a larger caterpillar).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, place a strip of hot glue onto the construction paper and have your students glue down their pom poms in any order they choose. They can then use a marker to draw on legs and antennae, gluing on a wiggle eye when they're all finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the fractionpillar complete, have your students fill out a pre-printed worksheet documenting the color fractions represented by their cute little bug. You can easily recreate the worksheet in a word processing program! It should go something like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e1.  _____ out of _____ are _____ (and then include a box for writing the actual fraction)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Dana's class was finished, she displayed their creations on her bulletin board. A super cute Spring display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Fractionpillars Math Craftivity Bulletin Board Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/fractionpillars-bulletin-board.jpg\" alt=\"Bulletin Board Display - Fractionpillars\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Common to the Core\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.commontothecore.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCommon to the Core\u003c\/a\u003e to scope out Dana's incredible blog soon!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734209601561,"sku":"A7066","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/fractionpillars.jpg?v=1522782325"},{"product_id":"the-amazing-world-of-clouds-weather-craftivity-with-free-printables-a7069","title":"\"The Amazing World of Clouds\" Weather Craftivity (with FREE Printables!)","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"The Amazing World of Clouds Weather Craftivity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/amazing-world-of-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Weather Craftivity on Clouds\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you ever find yourself in the middle of a unit and realize that straight memorization and writing becomes somewhat monotonous, boring...your kiddos are all of a sudden staring back at you with cute little completely blank faces? Take a break from the monotony with a craftivity - designed to engage and inform and provide a little fun in the process!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraci of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflies in First\u003c\/a\u003e knew her kiddos needed a break in the middle of their weather unit, so she came up with this cleaver cloud craftivity. Everything her students need to know about the different types of clouds wrapped up into an engaging activity. Traci even provides the printables you will need to complete the craftivity \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Amazing World of Clouds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with 3 1\/2 pieces of construction paper layered and staggered about an inch. Then fold in half to create the booklet and staple together. Traci's class used blue (1) and gray (2) - perfect for an activity about clouds! - but any colors will do. Then, have your students glue the printed title to the top and label each section accordingly with crayon or marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe booklet is broken down into the following 5 sections (students are provided a printed definition to glue on for each section and cotton balls for demonstrating the look of each type of cloud):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhat Are Clouds?\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - What Are Clouds?\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/what-are-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Definition of Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCirrus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Cirrus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cirrus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Cirrus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCumulus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Cumulus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/cumulus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Cumulus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eStratus Clouds\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - Stratus Clouds\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/stratus-clouds.jpg\" alt=\"Stratus Clouds for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMy Favorite Cloud\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - My Favorite Cloud\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/favorite-clouds1.jpg\" alt=\"My Favorite Cloud for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Cloud Craftivity - My Favorite Cloud 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/favorite-clouds2.jpg\" alt=\"My Favorite Cloud 2 for Cloud Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Dragonflies in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dragonfliesinfirst.com\/2012\/04\/clouds-lots-and-lots-of-clouds.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflies in First\u003c\/a\u003e to get the printables for this quick and effective activity. And be sure to check out everything else Traci's blog has to offer!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734209634329,"sku":"A7069","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/amazing-world-of-clouds.jpg?v=1522782325"},{"product_id":"insect-craftivity-with-eric-carles-the-grouchy-ladybug-a7147","title":"Insect Craftivity with Eric Carle's \"The Grouchy Ladybug\"","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Insect Fun with Eric Carle's The Grouchy Ladybug\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-grouchy-ladybug-cover.jpg\" alt=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Writing Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a cute activity to add to your insect unit this Spring or Summer, check out this idea featured by Jenn at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/bombs-and-bugs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e. It's based on the ever popular children's book by Eric Carle - \u003cem\u003eThe Grouchy Ladybug\u003c\/em\u003e - and it is super cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Grouchy Ladybug Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore you begin this activity, you'll need to snap a head shot of each of your kiddos making a 'grouchy' face. These will be used when you put your ladybugs together!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet together as a class and read the grouchy ladybug. Then provide each of your students with a precut and lined speech bubble. Ask them to write a short sentence or paragraph about something that makes them grouchy. If you're running short on time, you could use speech bubble accents like \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-24684-speech-thought-bubbles-accents.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethese\u003c\/a\u003e that are ready to go!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Craftivity for Eric Carle's The Grouchy Ladybug\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-grouchy-ladybug-writing.jpg\" alt=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Writing Assignment\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the ladybugs, provide a red body for each student along with 6 black legs and 2 antennae. Glue the pieces together and complete by adding the pictures you took ahead of time. For the spots you could provide precut black circles, or you could allow your kiddos to use black paint to create the dots with their thumbs (we vote for the cute paint option). And that's all there is to it - your very own classroom of grouchy ladybugs! Super cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/grouchy-ladybug-cover_blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Kids Craft Based on the Grouchy Ladybug\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the ladybugs and writing assignments are complete, display them on a classroom board or in a classroom window with a cute heading! This picture is a bit hard to see because of the glare...but you get the idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"The Grouchy Ladybug Craftivity Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/the-grouchy-ladybug-display.jpg\" alt=\"Classroom Display for The Grouchy Ladybug Craftivity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eJenn also has several other insect crafts you can check out \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/bombs-and-bugs.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e Perfect to add a little whimsy and excitement to your insect unit!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734212288537,"sku":"A7147","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/the-grouchy-ladybug-cover.jpg?v=1522782341"},{"product_id":"activity-ideas-for-a-mo-willems-author-study-a7149","title":"Activity Ideas for a Mo Willems Author Study","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Activity Ideas for a Mo Willems Author Study\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/dont-let-the-pigeon-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Mo Willems Author Study Ideas\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find yourself at the end of the school year (or perhaps approaching Christmas break) with a classroom of kiddos who are ready to be off school as Sarah over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\/2010\/06\/i-love-mo.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/a\u003e did, adding an author study to your lesson plans could be just what you need! Pick an author that is sure to engage and interest your kiddos and has a plethora of books to choose from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarah chose Mo Willems, author of the unforgetable \u003cem\u003eDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!\u003c\/em\u003e and numerous other creative titles, and said it actually kept her kiddos engaged for the last 3 weeks of school - a nearly impossible feat! We love the activities her class completed after reading \u003cem\u003eDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!\u003c\/em\u003e Here they are to provide you with a bit of inspiration to get your author study jump-started:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePet Pigeon Craft\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Pet Pigeon Craft for Mo Willems Author Study\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mo-willems-pigeon-craft.jpg\" alt=\"Mo Willems Author Study Pet Pigeon Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePigeon Story Book\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Pigeon Story Book for Mo Willems Author Study\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pigeon-story-and-drawing.jpg\" alt=\"Mo Willems Author Study Pigeon Story Book\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eHave each of your kiddos write their own short pigeon story complete with drawing. Then add a cover (similar to the cover shown at the top) and create your own Mo Willem's inspired classroom book!\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\"Would You Let the Pigeon Drive...\" Graph\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Pigeon Graph for Mo Willems Author Study\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pigeon-graph.jpg\" alt=\"Mo Willems Author Study Pigeon Graph\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003ePigeon Character Map\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Pigeon Character Map for Mo Willems Author Study\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pigeon-character-map.jpg\" alt=\"Mo Willems Author Study Pigeon Character Map\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: First Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe love the ideas Sarah shared for her classroom's author study. Head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grader...at Last!!\u003c\/a\u003e to see what else she has to offer!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734212386841,"sku":"A7149","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/dont-let-the-pigeon-cover.jpg?v=1522782341"},{"product_id":"apples-galore-6-awesome-apple-themed-activities-a7207","title":"Apples Galore: 6 Awesome Apple Themed Activities!","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Appleseed Day is coming up and if you're looking for some great apple themed activities, check out these awesome ideas from Michelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/09\/apples-apples-and-more-apples.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Labeling-Craftivity-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Apple Labeling Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your little scientists will have a great time assembling this adorable construction paper apple and labeling all of the parts - stem, skin, flesh, and seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Tasting.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Apple Tasting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, yellow, and green - have your kiddos use their sense of taste to determine which color of apple is their favorite and graph the results! [Variation: You could also have your kiddos taste apples prepared in different ways - applesauce, apple cider, pie, etc. - for a similar activity.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Printing-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Apple Printing.\u003c\/strong\u003e A super simple, yet fun crafting experience, have students try their hand at apple printing. Great for discussing cause and effect, experiment with the prints by cutting the apples in a variety of different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Apple Predictions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Another great activity for your little scientists, have them check out an apple and apple seeds and predict whether they'll sink or float! Record your students' predictions then experiment to see what happens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Writing-Craftivity.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Johnny Appleseed Writing Craftivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Super cute, right!? Michelle found the adorable craft over a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.acupcakefortheteacher.com\/2012\/07\/johnny-appleseed-craftivities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Cupcake for the Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e and tailored the writing prompt to provide her kiddos with sight word practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Literacy-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Apple Literacy Center.\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for letter recognition, ordering, and upper\/lower case recognition, have students work together to put the upper case apple letters in order, then finding the matching lower case apple letter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLots of great stuff, right!? Be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2012\/09\/apples-apples-and-more-apples.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e for these and lots of other great lesson ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734213861401,"sku":"A7207","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Apples-Galore-Apple-Predictions-1.jpg?v=1522782351"},{"product_id":"5-little-leaves-craft-poem-for-fall-a7248","title":"5 Little Leaves Craft \u0026 Poem for Fall!","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-and-Poem.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is this activity from Stephanie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/boymamateachermama.com\/2013\/09\/25\/boy-mama-fall-rhyme-5-little-leaves\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/a\u003e!? We love incorporating songs, poems, rhymes, and fingerplays into your daily lessons, especially when they're interactive, and we think this craftivity would make a great addition to your fall plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e5 Little Leaves Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewhite craft paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ered, orange, yellow, and brown craft paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eleaf templates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ekids craft scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewiggle eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003erecycled toilet paper rolls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCreating the Leaf Characters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBegin by using fall colored paints to cover the white craft paper with paint; set aside to dry. Additionally, use the fall paints to cover each of the recycled toilet paper rolls and set these aside to dry also.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFind or create leaf templates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUse the templates to create leaf cutouts from the dried painted paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd wiggle eyes to the leaf cutouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Boy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCut two short slits into one end of each dried toilet paper rolls (one on each side of the opening) and slide a paper leaf cutout down into the slots to create the leaf characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"5 Little Leaves\" Rhyme\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStephanie shares three fun interactive rhymes to go with these cute characters! You can print off a copy of one of the rhymes below to get you started! For the other two rhymes, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/boymamateachermama.com\/2013\/09\/25\/boy-mama-fall-rhyme-5-little-leaves\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBoy Mama Teacher Mama\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Little-Leaves-Rhyme-Printable.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA wonderful activity right!? Whether you make a class set or have your kiddos create their own, we know they'll have a great time learning the rhymes and acting them out with the fall leaf characters!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734214746137,"sku":"A7248","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5-Little-Leaves-Craft-and-Poem.jpg?v=1522782356"},{"product_id":"wheres-my-mummy-halloween-writing-craftivity-with-freebie-a7262","title":"\"Where's My Mummy?\" Halloween Writing Craftivity with FREEBIE!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for last minute Halloween ideas? Check out this cute writing craftivity from Jenn over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/finallyinfirst.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-freebies-and-opportunity-to.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFinally in First\u003c\/a\u003e! We hadn't heard of the book \u003cstrong\u003eWhere's My Mummy?\u003c\/strong\u003e written by Carolyn Crimi until we stumbled across Jenn's post, but if you get a chance to check it out, it sounds like a cute story! It's on this story that Jenn based her adorable Halloween writing craftivity...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaby Mummy Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Finished.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimi's tale follows a baby mummy who isn't frightened by the usual Halloween monsters and 'scariness', but \u003cem\u003eIS\u003c\/em\u003e scared by a mouse. After reading the story, Jenn had her kiddos craft the baby mummy character. They used a paper plate, strips of manilla paper, and black construction paper!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWriting Craftivity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Paper-Freebie.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Finally in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, Jenn had her students complete the following prompt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"When I get scared, my mummy...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can actually download the prompt paper for FREE over at her blog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe've always been a fan of pairing art with writing and reading! What's cool about this particular writing craftivity is that it's not based on your traditional 'Halloween read' and, for younger students, it offers a great opportunity to talk about feelings, particularly what it's like to be scared and how to deal with situations that might make us nervous, scared, etc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215041049,"sku":"A7262","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wheres-My-Mummy-Halloween-Writing-Craftivity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782358"},{"product_id":"2-spooktacular-halloween-writing-craftivities-a7263","title":"2 'Spooktacular' Halloween Writing Craftivities!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stumbled across these awesome Halloween writing craftivities over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/2011\/10\/halloween-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e and thought, if you're in the market for some last minute Halloween activities, these could make a cute addition to your holiday plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHaunted House + Five Senses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reading various Halloween stories about haunted houses, Michelle had her kiddos think about what it might be like to visit a haunted house and describe their 'experience' using their five senses. As she prompted them - i.e. \"What would you see in a haunted house?\", What would you hear in a haunted house?\", etc. - her students brainstormed together and completed a super cute anchor chart. In addition to tapping into their senses, Michelle also invited her kiddos to think about how they might \u003cem\u003efeel\u003c\/em\u003e in a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing down all their thoughts, students 'constructed' their own haunted house using black construction paper and crayons, and wrote about visiting a haunted house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Jacques Duquennoy's Halloween tale \u003cstrong\u003eThe Ghost's Dinner\u003c\/strong\u003e, Henry the Ghost hosts a dinner party at which the ghost guests turn the colors of the foods they eat! Pulling from this theme, Michelle and her students brainstormed a list of foods that they thought ghosts might like to eat, then they each chose a food and wrote about it - describing and illustrating what the ghost looked like after eating the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fabulous in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreat ideas, right!? For these 'spooktacular' writing craftivities (and lots of other great lesson, craft, activity, etc. ideas!), be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fabulousinfirst.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215139353,"sku":"A7263","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2-Spooktacular-Halloween-Writing-Craftivities-Cover.jpg?v=1522782359"},{"product_id":"awesome-alliteration-activity-super-snazzy-snowmen-a7242","title":"Awesome Alliteration Activity \u0026 Super Snazzy Snowmen!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Finished.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2014\/01\/snowman-alliteration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e put together this super cute lesson idea that pairs alliteration with an adorable snowman craft! After studying various examples of alliteration, have your kiddos try their hand at crafting their own winter poem about snowmen. For younger writers, you might brainstorm adjectives, verbs, etc. that start with \"S\". Older writers can work in pairs or individually. Here are some cute examples from Michelle's fourth graders;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Poem-Example1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Poem-Example2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing their poems, they can start crafting...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut a snowman shape from white construction paper - a circle head and trapezoid body - and glue the snowman to a piece of bright blue card stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd an orange construction paper 'carrot' nose and cut a scarf from colored paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rest of the details can be added with a black permanent marker and white crayon. Draw the mouth and arms with the marker and background snowflakes with the white crayon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsn't the finished project super cute!? And they make an adorable bulletin board...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Apples and ABC's\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou can find this awesome lesson idea and more over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.applesandabcs.com\/2014\/01\/snowman-alliteration.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eApples and ABC's\u003c\/a\u003e!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734216122393,"sku":"A7242","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Alliteration-Snowman-Craftivity-Finished.jpg?v=1522782364"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/second-grade-crafts\/skill-graphing.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}