{"title":"Color Recognition","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"identifying-objects-that-look-alike-a1829","title":"Identifying Objects That Look-Alike","description":"\u003cp\u003eObject, color, shape, and letter identification are the building blocks of many learning exercises and activities your preschoolers will be tackling as they develop. Matching games are wonderful activities that challenge and expand these important skills. Teacher supply stores and toy chains offer many variations of this activity including card games, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-117-games-puzzles.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eboard games\u003c\/a\u003e, and even puzzles. If you’re working with a tight budget, there are some exceptional do-it-yourself ideas that offer the same opportunities for learning.\n\nOnna from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toddlercraft.net\/preschool-learning-games\/preschool-learning-game-matching-game\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Craft\u003c\/a\u003e suggests visiting your local dollar store for holiday, animal, or sports-inspired erasers. They are easy to handle and most packages come with multiples. Making sure each has a match, place the erasers into a large bowl and have your students take turns identifying pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mommyme-thewonderyears.blogspot.com\/2009\/08\/toddler-activity-matching-object-to.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Wonder Years\u003c\/a\u003e blog recommends a matching progression: object to object, object to picture, and finally, picture to picture. A simple example might include shape cutouts or shape blocks. Provide each student with five or six shape pairs. Ask them to identify and separate each pair. Once they’ve mastered this, introduce a picture of the shapes, encouraging them to match the cutout or block with its matching picture. Lastly, have your students match pictures of each shape. Each step introduces greater difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the children aren’t challenged by either of these activities, consider placing objects in a brown bag and have students match the items by touch only. This can be a very difficult task, but fun as they learn to trust other senses besides sight!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimes are tough, and if you need \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003echeap classroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e we have you covered!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074204185,"sku":"A1829","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"pot-of-gold-treasure-hunt-a1877","title":"Pot of Gold Treasure Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince your students are expecting to get a treat on St. Patrick’s Day, why not make them work for it? Designing a classroom treasure hunt is a great way to promote teamwork and problem solving skills. Jo, co-creator of the blog Chica and Jo, offers a fun way of doing just that!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning this activity, she suggests collecting the following items:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•\tOne large green cauldron.\n•\tSix small black cauldrons.\n•\tCandy with gold wrappers. These may include Rolo, Reese’s, Hershey’s Nuggets, Twix, etc.\n•\tSmall rainbow colored toys. Children’s party favors from your local party or craft store can make fun ideas.\n•\tRainbow colored ribbon.\n•\tRainbow \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper-art-tissue-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored tissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\nFill the large green cauldron with your assortment of gold-wrapped candies. This will be the main prize to be found at the end of the treasure hunt. Next, separate toys by color, putting each grouping into a black cauldron and embellishing with the same color tissue paper. It is best to follow the different colors of the rainbow (i.e. red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet) so that you can use the same activity to reinforce colors and the concept of ordering. For younger children, connect each cauldron, in order, with matching ribbon to make the hunt less challenging. For older children, hide each prize in a different location, instructing your students to find and bring them to you in order to receive the final prize. This is a fun, interactive St. Patrick’s Day game your students will love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.chicaandjo.com\/2010\/03\/04\/leprechaun-game-for-st-patricks-day\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLeprechaun game for St. Patrick’s Day | Chica and Jo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind great deals on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount classroom carpets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734075842585,"sku":"A1877","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"the-newest-and-brightest-a1882","title":"The Newest and Brightest…","description":"\u003cp\u003eLauren from Parenting.com has compiled a wonderful resource to use when stocking your kid-friendly play zones with the newest and best educational toys and supplies. First unveiled at the 2010 New York International Toy Fair, her article discusses the coolest toys to enter the market this year. Here are some additions to consider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEGO® Creationary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLego has finally created its own line of board games where students can put their building skills to the test. Creationary, described as Pictionary with LEGO® pieces, is designed for ages seven to twelve and tests student’s fine motor and building skills in four distinct categories; vehicles, buildings, nature, or things. As one student builds, their teammates try to guess what the object is. A fun game that encourages teamwork, imagination, and coordination!\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eButton Art by Alex Toys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade for ages two and up, Button Art from Alex Toys encourages fine motor and cognitive development. Each kit comes with ten color-coded pictures and forty-six chunky buttons that snap into place. Children will have fun matching colored buttons to the picture, learning about complimentary colors, and exploring their own creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImagiPLAY® Lacing Scapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot appropriate for children under three, this fun product strengthens \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-189-fine-motor-skills.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efine motor skills\u003c\/a\u003e, stretches the imagination, and encourages problem-solving skills. Complete with a wooden base and fifteen individual pieces, children are encouraged to lace objects together to create unique scenes. It can be challenging for small hands, but provides hours of fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out Lauren’s other top picks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/forums.parenting.com\/blogs\/daily-fave\/posts\/coolest-toys-2010\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Coolest Toys of 2010 - The Parenting.com Blogs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003erugs for classrooms\u003c\/a\u003e and schools!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076039193,"sku":"A1882","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"fun-with-buttons-a1890","title":"Fun With Buttons","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatalie, mother and creator of Tired, Need Sleep, has designed a wonderful learning tool for young children. Buttoning, next to tying shoes, is one of the hardest skills to master. It takes quite a bit of coordination and dexterity to fit these small objects into their proper place. A great way to strengthen this skill is to make a button board where children can practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You’ll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\n•\tLarge piece of corrugated cardboard\n•\tFabric\n•\t\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-651-bright-buttons0153-1-lb.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBright Buttons\u003c\/a\u003e\n•\t\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 in assorted colors\n•\t\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\n•\t\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\n•\tNeedle and thread\n\nBegin with a scrap piece of fabric that covers the entire surface of the cardboard piece you’ve selected. Within the limit of the cardboard, plan and place small dots onto the fabric where you would like to place buttons. The number and spacing isn’t important unless you plan to make it a matching activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a needle and thread to sew buttons to the fabric and then paste the piece of fabric to the corrugated cardboard. Fold any excess fabric around the edges of the board and tack in place with glue. Cut shapes from the felt, adding a slit big enough to fit a button in the center of each. With the finished product, students will develop fine motor skills, practice color and shape recognition, and reinforce other concepts like sorting and matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tiredneedsleep.blogspot.com\/2009\/10\/button-board.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTired, Need Sleep.: Button Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind great deals on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational carpets\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076334105,"sku":"A1890","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"easter-basket-fun-a1950","title":"Easter Basket Fun","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Easter activity, provided by Carisa, offers some great opportunities for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecounting\u003c\/a\u003e, sorting, active play, and color recognition using simple basket and egg cutouts. To begin, provide each student or group of students with a template for six different colored baskets and three eggs to match each. These should be pre-cut and laminated with Velcro fastened on both the eggs and basket to keep pieces in place. Once these cutouts have been distributed, try the following activities.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Recognition and Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students start with their eighteen egg pieces facing down. As they flip them over one at a time, have them identify the correct color and match it to the appropriate Easter basket. Students can complete this task as individuals or take turns with others in a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg Hunt Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will work best if you have a small number of students in your class. Divide the colored baskets evenly among your students and hide the eggs around the classroom. At the buzzer, instruct your children to 'race' to find the eggs that match their basket. The winner of the egg hunt will be awarded with a prize. Complete the activity as many times as you want. This activity builds color recognition skills and is a great energy burner!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/tot-school-easter-fun.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1: Tot School ~ Easter Fun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734078267417,"sku":"A1950","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"preschool-easter-egg-hunt-that-reinforces-colors-a1971","title":"Preschool Easter Egg Hunt That Reinforces Colors","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Easter activities are meant to be fun and a break from regular classroom activity, it doesn't mean that these teachable moments should go to waste. Simple alterations to a regular Easter egg hunt will go a long way to teaching your students about teamwork and problem solving, while reinforcing color recognition. Marie, creator of the blog Make and Takes, provides easy to follow instructions for this great activity!\n\nPlanning for three or four groups of students, collect ten plastic Easter eggs for each team (30 or 40 in total). Within each team's grouping of eggs, mix and match colors, using an egg template and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e to create clue cards matching each of the newly created eggs to show your preschoolers what they're looking for. Hide these mismatched eggs around the classroom and send your students on the hunt! This activity is fun, allows children to run off some excess energy, and strengthens important developmental skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/snackpicks.com\/coloring_solutions.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlastic Easter Egg Hunt | Snackpicks - Ideas to Snack on\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734078955545,"sku":"A1971","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"tools-for-counting-in-your-toddler-classroom-a2000","title":"Tools for Counting In Your Toddler Classroom","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheryl, a teacher at a small private preschool, has shared a wonderful technique for encouraging counting, promoting number recognition, and even strengthening color recognition in your toddler classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8589-array0174-card-stock-pastel-5-colors-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3165-wonderfoam0174-letters-numbers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFoam numbers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Foam glue\u003cbr\u003e\n- Colorful counters\n\nDivide each sheet of card stock into six sections and use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escissors\u003c\/a\u003e to separate each piece. Place small dots of foam glue onto the back of your foam numbers and carefully place one number onto the left side of each card. As these cards have been designed for toddlers, ranging in age from two to three years old, begin with cards \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecounting\u003c\/a\u003e from 1 to 10. You'll always be able to make more to accommodate more advanced students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, provide each student with a set of cards and a shallow dish of colorful math counters. Encourage them to count out the correct number of counters and place them on the corresponding card. For greater difficulty, invite them to match colors, as well as, numbers. This activity is simple to create, but will offer a challenging, skill-building activity for your toddlers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734080004121,"sku":"A2000","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"introducing-a-sorting-tray-a2004","title":"Introducing a Sorting Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great way to teach your preschoolers about \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esorting\u003c\/a\u003e is to provide them with a 'sorting tray'. This tool is simple to construct, but gets great results! All you need is a large plastic sectioned serving tray from your local \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft supply\u003c\/a\u003e store, as well as, a list of themes and objects.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThemes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designate a color for each tray section, placing a piece of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of each segment to assist your students in matching objects. In the center, place objects of assorted colors. These objects could be \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-651-bright-buttons0153-1-lb.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eassorted buttons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1965-pom-pons-assorted-1-lb-bag.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft pom poms\u003c\/a\u003e, erasers, etc. and encourage your students to sort based on color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assign a number to each tray section, labeling each segment with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8605-sunworks0174-construction-paper-samplers-12-x-18-1200-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e numbers, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estickers\u003c\/a\u003e, etc. so that students know how many objects to put in each. Fill the center section with various objects and have students count out the correct number of items to fill each segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlphabet:\u003c\/strong\u003e This will take several trays, but can be well worth the effort. Assign a letter to every section. In the middle of each tray, place laminated pictures of objects that start with the letters found on that tray. For example, on the tray containing letters A through F place pictures of the following: apple, airplane, baseball, bee, cat, candy, dog, duck, elephant, ear, fish, frog, etc. Have the children sort each tray in succession, mix them up, or find your own combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/sorting-tray-buttons.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun: Sorting Tray - Buttons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734080135193,"sku":"A2004","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"preschool-sorting-activity-a2037","title":"Preschool Sorting Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen thinking about new learning aids for the classroom, most teachers overlook their personal recycle bins and old \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. There are an abundance of activities that require few materials, but offer variety and hours of fun. Sheryl, preschool teacher and creator of the blog Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds, suggests gathering your old spools (or asking your local \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft store\u003c\/a\u003e for their empties) for some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-249-counting-sorting.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esorting\u003c\/a\u003e fun!\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSorting Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite your preschoolers to sort the spools by color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk your students to sort based on the size of the spool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo a combination of the first two. Have them first sort by color, then break every color down by size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor younger children who may not get the hang of sorting, even providing a bunch of spools and various containers with lids that they can fill up, empty, fill up, empty, etc. will keep them busy. As they play you can discuss how the spools sound when they're dropped into each different container (plastic, tin, glass, etc.), encourage \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-189-fine-motor-skills.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efine motor skills\u003c\/a\u003e by helping them to put the lids on the containers, and even promote color recognition. An inexpensive learning aid that provides hours of entertainment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teaching2and3yearolds.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/sorting-spools.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching 2 and 3 Year Olds: Sorting Spools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734081282073,"sku":"A2037","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"developing-your-preschoolers-fine-motor-skills-a2105","title":"Developing Your Preschoolers' Fine Motor Skills","description":"\u003cp\u003eErica, contributor to ABC \u0026amp; 123 Learning blog, has developed a comprehensive post of games and activities that will strengthen your preschoolers' fine motor skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere's A Short Recap...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggie Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offered by Fun Fusion, Erica suggests having your students use tweezers to pick up each bead and place it on the fusion tray. \u003cu\u003eBONUS\u003c\/u\u003e: Practice counting, color recognition, and patterning as you go!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToot \u0026amp; Otto\u003c\/strong\u003e - Similar to 'Connect Four', it takes control and coordination to get the tiles into the small slits at the top of the game board. \u003cu\u003eBONUS\u003c\/u\u003e: Practice reading, phonics, and patterning!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing Marbles\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cut a piece of craft foam into a rectangle, have your students push golf tees into the soft material, and then practice balancing marbles on top of the tees!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSticker Tracing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Make worksheets of shapes, letters, or numbers and have your students use small \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-42-teacher-stickers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003estickers\u003c\/a\u003e to 'trace' the objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provide students with a worksheet that has different lines (e.g. straight, wavy, zig zag, etc.) and have them use \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e to cut along the lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounting Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e - Have students practice counting \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e fine motor skills. Erica suggests using tweezers to place pom poms onto the number dots, providing clothespins for children to clip onto the card, laminating the cards and using a dry erase marker to trace the numbers, or placing small stickers over the number dots. Super versatile and effective!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChopstick Transferring\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provide students with a set of kids chopsticks, a pile of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3899-pom-pons-assorted-sizes-bright-hues.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epom poms\u003c\/a\u003e, and ice cube trays. Invite them to transfer the pom poms to the tray with the chopsticks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead Lacing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provide children with a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-99-black-leather-cord.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eleather cord\u003c\/a\u003e and a pile of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-726-brilliant-beads.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/a\u003e. Invite them to string the beads onto the cord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the full post at ABC and 123! Here's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.abcand123learning.com\/2010\/04\/play-to-learn-fine-motor-fun-part-1.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePart 1\u003c\/a\u003e (described above) and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.abcand123learning.com\/2010\/04\/play-to-learn-fine-motor-fun-part-2.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePart 2\u003c\/a\u003e for your perusal!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083608601,"sku":"A2105","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"mix-match-game-for-the-toddler-classroom-a2151","title":"Mix \u0026 Match Game for the Toddler Classroom","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for learning tools to incorporate into your toddler classroom? Carissa of Tools for Tots has created a great homemade mix \u0026amp; match game your students are sure to love!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating the Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin, find a large see-through container (check your home recycling bin) and collect random objects from around the house. Be sure to gather two of each object. Items to use may include, but are not limited to: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-10646-classroom-clothesline-clothespins.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclothespins\u003c\/a\u003e, bottle caps, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-648-wonderfoam0174-shapes-assorted.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWonderfoam shapes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-86-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolorful pencils\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2575-chenille-stems-assorted-12-stems.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003echenille stem\u003c\/a\u003e pieces, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3528-jumbo-farm-animals.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplastic animals\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-651-bright-buttons0153-1-lb.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebuttons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-3969-wooden-abc123-blocks.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewooden blocks\u003c\/a\u003e, ping pong balls, small pony beads, washers, coins, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-10319-money-kit.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper money\u003c\/a\u003e, etc. Place the objects into the container and label the game with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrafting paper\u003c\/a\u003e letters.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGames to Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToddlers\u003c\/strong\u003e - Let them take their time as they match objects on their own or invite them to find certain items (similar to an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1013-i-spy0153-preschool-game.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"I Spy\" game\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreschool and Up\u003c\/strong\u003e - Time your students to see how many matches they can make in a specific time period. Encourage them to try to beat their own time. Also, have them sort the items by composition (e.g. metal, wood, plastic, etc.), size, or color for extra fun!\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/delightfullearning.blogspot.com\/2009\/03\/tot-tool-mix-and-match.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTot Tool - Mix and Match\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734085279769,"sku":"A2151","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"preschoolers-dry-erase-boards-a2176","title":"Preschoolers \u0026 Dry-Erase Boards","description":"\u003cp\u003eDry erase boards aren't just for high school anymore. Deborah J. Stewart, early childhood professional and Teach Preschool blogger, provides several ideas for incorporating these great learning tools in the preschool classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-Erase Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-442-dry-erase-boards-marker-boards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLarge wall-mount boards.\u003c\/a\u003e These are great for instructional use, but not ideal for interactive activities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-38-kids-easels.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEasel boards.\u003c\/a\u003e Adjustable legs allow this board to be used for both instructional and interactive learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper pads. Paper with dry erase surface features reusable sheets that can be mounted on walls, easels, and other clean surfaces when in use, then taken down and stored for future needs. Great for instructional learning, as well as interactive exercises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLap boards. Offers an ideal solution for individual practice and interactive learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-50-sentence-strips.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSentence strips.\u003c\/a\u003e Provide lined options for individual printing practice and interactive exercise participation.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint a student's name, the name of a color, a letter, number, or shape onto the board and, after helping them identify the object or word, have them copy it to the best of their ability onto their own board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint an object of word onto each child's board and invite them to trace it. After each child has had a chance to trace the item, work as a class to identify each object or word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErasing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of tracing the word or object with ink, invite your students to use the eraser to trace\/erase the word or object. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a blue, red, and orange square on the front board and ask a volunteer to come erase the blue square, etc,\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite a word or series of letters on the front board and invite a volunteer to erase the \"A\", etc.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e_mls.push(['Preschool-Dry-Erase-Boards','http:\/\/deborahjstewart.com\/2010\/08\/dry-erase-activities-for-preschool\/']);\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" onclick=\"return goTop('Preschool-Dry-Erase-Boards');\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDry-erase board activities for preschool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086492185,"sku":"A2176","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"ice-cube-trays-in-fine-motor-skill-building-a2185","title":"Ice Cube Trays in Fine Motor Skill Building","description":"\u003cp\u003ePreschool offers your kids and students a great opportunity to hone their fine motor skills. While most activities and exercises they complete in the typical school day have components that test these skills, Deborah J. Stewart recommends being intentional about encouraging your child or student's fine motor skill development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to do this is with a simple activity or play station. At a small \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-51-classroom-tables.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epreschool table\u003c\/a\u003e provide interested students with a plastic ice cube tray and a community bucket of small, plastic objects. In her example, Stewart used small plastic \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17815-fruit-counters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efruit counters\u003c\/a\u003e (e.g. bananas, apples, raspberries, blueberries, grapes, etc.). While they may look to you for instruction, assure your students that the rules are theirs to make. They key is that, while they play, their focus will be on getting the small pieces of fruit into the tray compartments and back out. This is a great test of coordination, control, and focus - hallmarks of fine motor skill mastery.\n\nAs they become more comfortable with these \"tools\", encourage them to try:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esorting by color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esorting by fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epatterning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eestimating (e.g. how many bananas will fit into the tray compartment?)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis play or activity station will not only help build your students' fine motor skills, but will teach them important social skills like sharing, taking turns, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e_mls.push(['Fine-Motor-Skills-With-Ice-Cube-Trays','http:\/\/deborahjstewart.com\/2010\/08\/tools-for-fine-motor-skills-in-preschool\/']);\u003c\/script\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" onclick=\"return goTop('Fine-Motor-Skills-With-Ice-Cube-Trays');\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTools to promote fine motor skills in preschool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734086787097,"sku":"A2185","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"color-recognition-game-for-preschoolers-a2199","title":"Color Recognition Game for Preschoolers","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile your students may not yet be able to comprehend color theory, you can be certain that they have wonderful observation skills and are ready to tackle learning their names and identifying specific colors. Kim, guest author on No Time For Flash Cards, provides directions for a simple yet effective color wheel matching game!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-76-paper-for-crafts-poster-board.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePoster board\u003c\/a\u003e (or other sturdy craft paper)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-337-large-spring-clothespins-natural-2-34.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWooden spring clothespins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-231-markers-highlighters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBlack Sharpie marker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-202-pens-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePencil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5096-classroom-basic-ruler.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRuler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nCreating the Game Board:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw or trace a large circle onto a piece of poster board. Kim suggests using a large mixing bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a ruler to divide the circle into even sections so that it looks like a cut pie or pizza. You'll need to create a section for each color to be learned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint each section with a different color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce dry, use a black Sharpie to mark the boundary between each color section and write the name of each color in the proper section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the circle from the poster board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating the Game Pieces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint one wooden spring clothespin to match the color of each section. When dry, use a Sharpie marker to label each color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo Play:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide your student with the game board and the pile of clothespin game pieces. Invite them to clip the colored clothespins to the matching colored sections on the board. Have them identify each color and, as a bonus, have them practice letter recognition by asking them to point out the \"o\" in orange, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/08\/color-wheel-match.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Wheel Match! | No Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087376921,"sku":"A2199","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"creating-salt-paintings-a2212","title":"Creating Salt Paintings!","description":"\u003cp\u003eJojoebi, creator of the blog A Bit Of This and A Bit Of That, shares a great painting activity that your preschoolers are sure to enjoy - salt painting! It's quite simple to do, but the results are magnificent!\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- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids paint brush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSchool glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Shallow container\u003cbr\u003e\n- Table salt\u003cbr\u003e\n- Food coloring or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-232-watercolor-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eliquid watercolor paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by filling several shallow containers with school glue. Invite your students to use their paint brush to \"paint\" the glue onto the black construction paper, creating fun designs and \"trails\". Help them sprinkle salt onto the glue, move their paper around so that the wet glue is completely covered by salt, and then shake off the excess. Have the children set their paper aside and clean their brushes. At this time, swap out the shallow containers of glue for shallow containers filled with food coloring or different shades of liquid watercolor.\n\nInvite your students to \"fill\" their freshly washed and dried brushes with color and lightly touch them to the salt. They'll be thrilled to see the color soak in to the salt and expand along their design. Because the color \"runs\" along the salt paths, this can be a great time to introduce color mixing (i.e. invite them to place a dab of red next to a dab of blue and see what happens).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, these beautiful designs will not store so they can't be used as a classroom display or bulletin board. They will, however, be fun to complete, offer a valuable teaching tool for color theory, and make a splash when taken home to show parents and family members!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jojoebi.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/salt-painting.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Bit Of This and A Bit Of That: Salt Painting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734087868441,"sku":"A2212","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"egg-carton-color-matching-a2269","title":"Egg Carton Color Matching","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelp your students brush up on their colors and problem solving skills with this homemade (and recycled!) egg carton color matching activity! We found several ways to make it so you can choose which version you prefer and tailor it to suit your classroom's needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Supplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycled egg carton (preferably the cardboard kind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft paint brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2365\" title=\"ROACW - Egg Carton Color Match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/ROACW-Egg-Carton-Color-Match.jpg\" alt=\"egg carton color match\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Ramblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Inside Egg Cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first design we got from Jennifer at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e. In her approach to the learning activity, the egg carton is left whole and opened up to reveal each of the twelve egg cups. Using craft paint in all the colors of the rainbow, Jennifer coated the \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e of each cup with a different color and set the carton aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is more versatile, allowing your students to use a variety of markers for color matching - craft pom pons, buttons, marbles, painted stones, crayons, recycled marker caps, magazine color clippings, paint chips, plastic blocks, painted clothespins, colored magnets, color word labels, toy cars, and \u003cem\u003eanything else\u003c\/em\u003e you can find around the classroom (or even\u003cem\u003e outside\u003c\/em\u003e the classroom)! Additionally, add a pair of tongs, tweezers, heavy mittens, etc. to the activity table and your students have some great fine motor practice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2366\" title=\"Preschool Rock egg match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Rock-egg-match.jpg\" alt=\"egg carton color match activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: PreschoolRock.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\nPaint Outside Egg Cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found the next version of the egg carton color matching game at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/education.preschoolrock.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePreschoolRock.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Here, the activity designer chose to turn the entire carton upside down and paint the \u003cem\u003eoutside\u003c\/em\u003e of the egg cups with craft paint in assorted colors. Once dry, a slit was placed at the top of each cup so that craft sticks with construction paper circles in assorted colors could be matched (and stuck into) the matching cup on the egg carton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction paper circles are great, but you might also consider using recycled paint chips, plain painted craft sticks, color word labels (like the ones below), color word labels \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e construction paper circles, adhesive foam shapes, and anything else that you can mount onto the craft sticks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2367\" title=\"Color Word Labels\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Word-Labels.jpg\" alt=\"example color word labels\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-2368\" title=\"P2G Egg-carton-colors\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/P2G-Egg-carton-colors.jpg\" alt=\"egg carton color matching\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Play 2 Grow\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\nPainting Alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLastly, if you're not feeling up to the mess of painting, this version of the activity from Darcey at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/play2grow.blogspot.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlay 2 Grow\u003c\/a\u003e uses colored plastic Easter eggs to designate egg cup colors. Once piece of the egg is left in the carton and the other half is used for matching. The plastic eggs bring a very natural element to the activity - you'd expect to find eggs in an egg carton - and is less messy to create than the first two painted versions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHowever you decide to make this activity, it is sure to be a hit in any preschool or kindergarten classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101762073,"sku":"A2269","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/ROACW-Egg-Carton-Color-Match.jpg?v=1522781681"},{"product_id":"the-wonderful-messy-world-of-splat-painting-a2314","title":"The Wonderful - Messy! - World of Splat Painting!","description":"\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2688  \" title=\"DSC_0078-1024x680\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DSC_0078.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool and Kindergarten Outdoor Painting Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: tinkerlab.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSatisfy your child's\/student's need for outdoor play and messy fun with this fabulous painting activity from Rachelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tinkerlab.com\/2011\/05\/cardboard-box-splat-printing\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTinkerLab\u003c\/a\u003e! Your kiddos will practice measuring as they help you funnel rice {or sand, dried beans, etc.} into colorful balloons, build fine motor skills as they swirl and dip the balloons into the colored paint {by matching the color of the balloon to the paint, you'll also help younger learners strengthen color recognition!}, and develop gross motor skills as they aim and drop the balloons onto their canvas! If you've got the outdoor space, you won't want to miss out on this fun painting experience this spring\/summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSplat Painting Variations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a small step-ladder {and lots of safety precautions} to drop the balloons from different heights. 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By placing pieces of paper over your wet splat paintings, you get wonderfully colorful\u003cem\u003e prints\u003c\/em\u003e that can be used for other crafts or displayed as individual pieces of artwork!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStart planning your own splat painting\/printing adventure by checking out the colorful photos and various splat painting links Rachelle provides at TinkerLab!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734111395865,"sku":"A2314","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DSC_0078.jpg?v=1522781737"},{"product_id":"fun-with-rainbows-pony-bead-rainbows-a2444","title":"Fun with Rainbows - Pony Bead Rainbows","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e{Rainbows are fun at any time of year, but they seem to be perfect for spring ~ perhaps as part of a weather unit or even as a fun transition from St. Patrick's Day festivities. There are so many fun and colorful projects floating around and we thought we'd pass some of them along for your inspiration folder or even as a compliment to your lesson plans!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3748\" title=\"Bead Rainbow Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bead-Rainbow-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Weather Rainbow Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a super cute and easy pony bead rainbow craft for your little ones that will have them working to recognize and sort materials by color, as well as build fine motor control as they 'string' the beads on the chenille stems! We found this fabulous activity over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/pony-bead-rainbow.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e - it was designed by the über created Amanda Formaro!\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyrofoam brick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17837-chenille-stems-pack-of-1000.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChenille stems in rainbow colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2250-bucket-o-beads-barrel-pony.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePony beads in rainbow colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-27378-charles-leonard-oz-all-purpose-glue.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhite craft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a perfect craft for little {or big!} hands! For the full craft tutorial, be sure to visit Kaboose. 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They require little in the way of supplies (other than what you already have on hand) and, while simple, provide a great segue for discussing the holiday with your kiddos as they learn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEaster Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Reading.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWondering what books to check out at the library? Here are Carisa's favorite Easter titles! Whether you borrow them or add them to your permanent collection to bring out year after year, we love that each story looks beyond Easter eggs and candy to explore the deeper meaning of the holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Reading-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEaster Crafting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Resist Easter Eggs!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Egg-Resist-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSuper fun, right!? Simply cut large egg shapes from white art paper, create a design on the egg using masking tape (or painter's tape!), and color over the entire egg with your favorite art medium! You might consider...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eoil pastels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewet chalk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewatercolors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003emelted crayons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003etempera paint (used with regular brushes or even pieces of sponge!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe love how, with the different patterns that can be created and the different mediums that can be used, each egg is unique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Egg-Resist-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Egg-Resist-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Light Ray Cross!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhile there aren't any pictures of the finished project, the craft is simple to do and looks beautiful when finished!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Light-Ray-Cross-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-Light-Ray-Cross-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTo begin, cut a cross shape from card stock and use oil pastels to add a colorful border around the outside edge. Tape the cross onto piece of white card stock then gently use your finger to rub the oil pastel off the cross and onto the paper behind it. Do this all the way around the cross shape then gently pull off the cutout. The result is a cross shape made from colorful 'rays'! Add a background or leave the cross as is - either way the result is gorgeous!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEaster Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHidden Easter Messages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis neat printable, created and shared for free by Jenae of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.icanteachmychild.com\/where-is-jesus-magic-watercolor-art\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eI Can Teach My Child\u003c\/a\u003e, is sure to be a hit with your kiddos! Simply print the page onto white card stock, use a white oil pastel to write the hidden message \"He is RISEN!\" inside the tomb, then have your kiddos paint the scene with watercolors and watch their faces as the message 'magically' appears!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Listen \u0026amp; Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFrom Carisa's own set of Easter coloring printables, this activity invites students to listen carefully as you read each set of directions, then complete the task described. For example, \u003cem\u003ecolor the word 'Easter' purple and yellow\u003c\/em\u003e. Download Carisa's printable or create your own activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Number Puzzles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou can turn any Easter scene into a number puzzle that'll allow your kiddos to practice numeral recognition and counting! Cut the picture into strips, adding a numeral to the bottom of each, then have your kiddos put the numbered strips in order to discover the picture!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Do-a-Dot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-4edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGreat for reinforcing the concept of one-to-one correspondence, this Easter themed worksheet created by Erica of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com\/blog\/2010\/03\/easter-activities-lapbook.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConfessions of a Homeschooler\u003c\/a\u003e can be used with Do-a-Dot markers or magnetic pom poms and a cookie sheet! [NOTE: The pom poms create an added fine motor element!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResurrection Eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA fun, hands-on way to teach your kiddos about the true meaning of the holiday, this activity is inspired by Melody Carlson's \u003cem\u003eBenjamin's Box: The Story of the Resurrection Eggs\u003c\/em\u003e and uses actual plastic Easter eggs, filled with various items, to tell the story of Easter. Carisa also created a mini book for her kiddos (and you!) to use with the eggs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEaster Match Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Easter-Homeschool-Activities-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCarisa purchased this game, but you could create your own! This is a great way to reinforce current concepts (i.e. sight words, early math skills, etc.) and the game would actually be pretty easy to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolcano Eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHow fun does this look!? A twist on traditional egg coloring, Carisa and her kiddos explored the reaction between vinegar and baking soda, all while creating festive eggs for Easter! The original experiment can be found over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.housingaforest.com\/volcano-easter-egg-experiment\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHousing a Forest\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Volcano-Eggs-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Volcano-Eggs-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Volcano-Eggs-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Volcano-Eggs-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1+1+1=1\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAren't these activities great? Simple and festive, we love the activities we find over \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.1plus1plus1equals1.net\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e - Carisa's site is a great resource and we highly recommend that you visit and take a look around!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734207766553,"sku":"A7014","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Easter-Fun-in-Homeschool-Cover.jpg?v=1522782313"},{"product_id":"7-awesome-spring-literacy-center-ideas-a7039","title":"7 Awesome Spring Literacy Center Ideas!","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to spice up your literacy centers, here are some awesome ideas from Julie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/spring-and-plants.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! Do them all or pick and choose; these centers would go great with a spring, plant\/gardening, or even insect theme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Planted Underneath?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out these cute carrot containers! They are potentially Dollar Tree finds, but \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.orientaltrading.com\/ui\/browse\/processRequest.do?sp=true\u0026amp;categoryId=553183\u0026amp;tabId=1\u0026amp;requestURI=viewEndecaCategory\u0026amp;No=0\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOriental Trading\u003c\/a\u003e has a ton of cute favor\/candy containers (including carrots!) that would work great for this exercise too! Julie placed letter tiles in each carrot and 'planted' them in a bin of Easter grass, then invited students to select a carrot, use the letter tiles to spell a sight word, and record it on their worksheet. Fun, right!?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSight Word Butterflies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a simple center, but is still a great way to get your kiddos some sight word practice! To create the center, Julie printed butterfly clip art onto ten different colors of card stock, cut out the shapes, and added a sight word to each cutout. Provided with recording sheets, students were invited to select a cutout, read the sight word outloud, then color the butterfly on their worksheet to match and print the sight word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoll-A-Letter... To Write\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun, interactive way to provide your kiddos some handwriting practice! Start with a blank paper die template (you can find a bunch with a simple google search) or a blank wooden\/foam die, and add a letter to each side. To complete the center, invite students to roll the die, identify the letter, and practice printing the letter in the appropriate column on their worksheet. You might 'raise the stakes' a little by turning this activity into a small group game. Each player takes turns rolling the die and filling their columns. The first student to completely fill one of their columns 'wins' the race! Students, of course, should continue 'playing' until all of their columns are filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Blends\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create this center, Julie first printed out 12 flower pots onto brown construction paper and added a different blend to each. Next, she printed flower clip art onto 12 different colors of card stock and added a different image to each. To complete the center, students were invited to match the image\/word on the flower with the appropriate flower pot blend and record their answers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eButterfly Spots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity will have your kiddos brush up on their counting skills as well as their color words! Julie added a different number of colored spots to eight butterfly cutouts, then invited her kinders to count the number of spots and identify\/write the color of the spots on their recording sheet. \u003cem\u003eWe just love the repetition that'll give your beginning readers confidence as they read and complete each sentence!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpringtime Sentences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fun exercise that will provide your kiddos with the opportunity to create simple sentences! Julie chose five different spring themed items, printing images of them onto sheets of different colored card stock, and then added a sight word to each picture. To complete the center, students were invited to identify both the picture and sight word, and use both in a sentence. A great way to see how your students respond when given a few 'pieces' of the puzzle and asked to fill in the blanks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Spring-Literacy-Center-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant-A-Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis last center offers a great way for your kiddos to practice with ending sounds! Julie created a worksheet filled with flowers\/flower pots and on each flower she added an image. Students were then invited to identify the image\/word on each flower and write\/stamp the appropriate ending sound on the corresponding flower pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't you just love all of the themed work!? Julie is so creative and we always enjoy checking out the literacy and math centers she creates for her kiddos! For these and lots of other great ideas, be sure to check out Julie's blog, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208487449,"sku":"A7039","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Spring-Literacy-Center-1.jpg?v=1522782318"},{"product_id":"learning-colors-a-simple-matching-game-a7049","title":"Learning Colors - A Simple Matching Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Learning Colors - A Simple Matching Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/felt-color-matching.jpg\" alt=\"Matching Game for Learning Colors\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Olives and Pickles\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your little ones learn their colors with this super simple matching game that was featured on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/olivesandpickles.blogspot.com\/2010\/07\/learning-colors.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOlives and Pickles\u003c\/a\u003e. You will only need a few supplies to get the game started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eSupplies:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eFelt in assorted colors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWhite paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eScissors\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBlack marker\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the felt into squares, making sure you have two of each color. For the first variation (shown above), set out one of each color square and have your little one match the corresponding colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the second variation you will need to write the name of each color on a piece of paper (you could also print them out). Then place the name of each color on a flat surface and have your child place the colorful felt squares next to the correct written color. If you're kids are really young, you may need to read the colors off the them when you begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Learning Colors Matching Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/felt-color-matching-words.jpg\" alt=\"Matching Colors Game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Olives and Pickles\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eWith this simple matching idea, your kids are sure to have their colors memorized in no time!\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734208946201,"sku":"A7049","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/felt-color-matching.jpg?v=1522782321"},{"product_id":"diy-color-sorting-counting-activity-a7197","title":"DIY Color Sorting\/Counting Activity!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Counting-Color-Sorter-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Time For Play\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Counting-Color-Sorter-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Time For Play\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsn't it amazing what you can do with recycled toilet paper rolls, an egg carton, construction paper, and colored craft sticks!? Cari over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/4herreras.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/colorcounting-sorter.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTime For Play\u003c\/a\u003e used these simple materials to create an awesome sorting activity that reinforces color recognition, number recognition, and counting. Not only is it easy to make, we know you kiddos will have a blast with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003erecycled toilet paper rolls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003econstruction paper in assorted colors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eglue dots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eblack permanent marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003erecycled egg carton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003elow temp glue gun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ecolored craft sticks (if you have natural craft sticks here's a \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"https:\/\/simpleplanner.wordpress.com\/2013\/05\/09\/stain-popsicle-sticks-food-coloring-tutorial-diy\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003etutorial\u003c\/a\u003e for dying your own!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAssembling the Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap each toilet paper roll with construction paper of a different color. Use glue dots to hold the paper in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the black permanent marker to label each roll with the appropriate color word. In addition to the colors, label each roll with a different number as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a low temp glue gun to attach the toilet paper rolls to the egg carton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen dry, you kiddos can use the sorter to count and sort craft sticks by color!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is just one of the awesome activities we found over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/4herreras.blogspot.com\/2011\/09\/colorcounting-sorter.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTime For Play\u003c\/a\u003e. Be sure to head over there and check out all the fun stuff Cari and her kiddos have going on!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734213664793,"sku":"A7197","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DIY-Counting-Color-Sorter-1.jpg?v=1522782349"},{"product_id":"diy-fall-leaf-match-activity-for-preschoolers-a7234","title":"DIY Fall Leaf Match Activity for Preschoolers!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Family Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're all about simple and this fall activity from Linda over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.littlefamilyfun.com\/2012\/10\/fall-leaf-match.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e takes the cake!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe short version; create simple two-piece 'puzzles' from foam leaf cutouts with which students can practice their matching skills.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center\"\u003eThe extended version (with directions)...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMATERIALS YOU'LL NEED\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ecraft foam in assorted colors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eleaf cookie cutter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ecraft scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e**Or you can simply buy premade foam leaf cutouts and save some time!!\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Step1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Family Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Step1b.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Family Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePress the cookie cutter into the foam to create a leaf outline, then use scissors to cut out the shape. Repeat this process, creating leaves of different colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Step2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Family Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUse scissors to cut the leaf shapes in half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Step3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Little Family Fun\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eProvided with the pieces, invite your kiddos to put the leaf cutouts back together!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEasy peasy, right!? For this and lots of other great activity ideas, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.littlefamilyfun.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734214418457,"sku":"A7234","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DIY-Fall-Leaf-Match-Activity-Cover.jpg?v=1522782354"},{"product_id":"3-great-shamrock-rainbow-activities-for-st-patricks-day-a7249","title":"3 Great Shamrock \u0026 Rainbow Activities for St. Patrick's Day!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting your centers ready for St. Patrick's Day? Check out these awesome activities and crafts shared over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/03\/st-patricks-and-rainbow-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e! Use one, use them all - your kiddos are sure to have a great time as they brush up on color recognition, build fine motor skills, learn about ordering, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHomemade Lime Kool-Aid Play Dough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-KoolAidPlayDough.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous sensory activity for your students, the green yummy smelling dough paired with shamrock cookie cutters makes a great addition to your holiday plans! You can grab the dough recipe over at Rockabye Butterfly and, perhaps, alter it to play with different scents. For example, instead of Kool-Aid you might try green food coloring and mint essential oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeart Cookie Cutter Shamrock Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-CookieCutterShamrocks1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an oldie, but a goodie! Using a heart cookie cutter and green paint, as students make prints of the cookie cutters, invite them to arrange the prints in a group to create clover shapes. And encourage them to explore working with the prints!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-CookieCutterShamrocks2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUse the tip of their finger on the wet paint to brush the excess paint toward the middle of the shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-CookieCutterShamrocks4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLayer the cookie cutter prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-CookieCutterShamrocks3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSlide or rub the cookie cutter on the paper (making sure to slide each print the same direction so that the clover shape is still visible).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePaint Chip Rainbows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-PaintChipRainbows2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6-Rainbow-Shamrock-Activities-PaintChipRainbows1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rockabye Butterfly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity provides a great opportunity for your kiddos to practice with color recognition, ordering, and matching! Simply draw a rainbow shape onto a piece of white craft paper, using markers to add a colored dot or line in each section to help guide your kiddos as they place their paint chips. Finally, have students work one section at a time, adding a line of glue and covering the wet paste with the appropriate colored paint chips. [NOTE: You could also use squares of tissue paper\/construction paper, dyed pasta, craft puffs, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best part - these are just three of the six activities shared over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockabyebutterfly.com\/2011\/03\/st-patricks-and-rainbow-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRockabye Butterfly\u003c\/a\u003e! 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