{"title":"Martin Luther King Jr.","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"a-box-of-crayons-back-to-school-diversity-bulletin-board-a1355","title":"A Box of Crayons - Back-To-School Diversity Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1355-crayon-diversity-bulletin-board.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School, Poetry, and Diversity Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsburginskindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this adaptation of \"The Box of Crayons\" poem, created by Brooke over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsburginskindergarten.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-week.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Burgin's Kindergarten class\u003c\/a\u003e, and think the display would provide a wonderfully positive message for your classroom this coming school year! Each new class is filled with unique individuals and the poem offers a fantastic reminder that it takes everyone to create a successful learning environment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Box of Crayons\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the entire board with yellow background paper. Cut two medium-sized triangles from green bulletin board paper, attaching them to the bottom corners, and use a dark green marker to draw a half-moon 'viewing window' at the top of the newly created 'crayon box'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brooke used markers of various colors to print the poem title and the poem directly onto the background paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned or themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a crayon template from poster board, using it to trace and cut crayon cutouts from bulletin board paper in assorted colors. Add detailing with black marker and fit the cutouts into the 'viewing window'. You could also draw the crayon shapes directly onto the background paper and fill them in with oil pastels or craft paint. Finish off the design with several cutouts of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734152585241,"sku":"A1355","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1355-crayon-diversity-bulletin-board.jpg?v=1522781982"},{"product_id":"when-you-close-your-eyes-mlk-day-bulletin-board-a1597","title":"When You Close Your Eyes... - MLK Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1597-Peace-Themed-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Day and Peace Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegirlwhokeepsdreaming.tumblr.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouldn't this exhibit created for the KI-X: Knowledge Integration eXhibition at The University of Waterloo Art Gallery make a great school-wide display for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?! Simple, yet profound, the exercise invites students to think about and describe what peace means to them; an important theme that weaves its way through Martin Luther King, Jr's infamous speech and goes hand in hand with diversity, freedom, and equality. With its colorful sticky notes and contrasting lettering the display is visually appealing and, as a school-wide project, the mural is sure to promote a sense of community. Not to mention, the finished exhibit offers a positive message for all who stop to read!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172442649,"sku":"A1597","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1597-Peace-Themed-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg?v=1522782103"},{"product_id":"fingerprint-peace-dove-for-mlk-day-a2607","title":"Fingerprint Peace Dove for MLK Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4856\" alt=\"MLK Day Collaborative Art Project for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fingerprint-Peace-Dove.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: bcskidart.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fingerprint peace dove created by Ms. La Tocha's kindergarten class for their school's auction is absolutely darling and would make a lovely project idea for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we love...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eThis is a great community building exercise! Students are inspired to work together toward a common\/positive goal and the result is stunning!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe diverse colors of the fingerprints working in harmony with one another to create such a visually appealing picture is a great reminder of the ideals and dreams Martin Luther King Jr. gave his life's work to!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe peace dove is also very symbolic of the works of Dr. King.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile the project may take some time to complete, the results are just beautiful! Be sure to visit Beverly Cleary School Class Art Projects for more photos of the project as well as project variations!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172475417,"sku":"A2607","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fingerprint-Peace-Dove.jpg?v=1522782103"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-egg-experiment-a3207","title":"MLK Day Egg Experiment","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you tried the egg experiment for MLK Day? We saw this lesson idea floating around Pinterest and thought it would make an \u003cem\u003eegg-cellent\u003c\/em\u003e addition to your holiday lesson plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEgg Experiment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing their five senses students are invited to examine two eggs; one brown and one white. As a class, discuss your student's observations, compiling a list of important points {see the example anchor charts below}. Your students may be surprised to note that, while the eggs look different on the outside, they look the same on the inside. This same lesson translates into other aspects of life - including people!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some lesson resources you might consider using...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2568\" alt=\"MLK Day Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-Egg-Anchor-Chart1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: learningandlaughing.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExample anchor chart from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learningandlaughing.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/mlk-egg-project.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLearning and Laughing in Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2565\" alt=\"MLK Day Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Egg-Anchor-Chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: eduperry.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExample anchor chart from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eduperry.com\/search\/label\/Martin%20Luther%20King%20Jr.\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEduPerry.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2566\" alt=\"MLK Day Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4-Egg-Poem.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sweetkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEgg experiment poem from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sweetkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/snowmen-part-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLife Is Sweet...In Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e {Be sure to look for the FREE poem handout at Rachelle's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/A-Tale-of-Two-Eggs-Free-MLK-Jr-Experiment\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Pay Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e site!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2567  \" alt=\"MLK Day Experiment and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5-Egg-Worksheet.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradejungle.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFREE experiment worksheet from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thefirstgradejungle.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/happy-new-year.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Jungle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHowever you decide to explore this meaningful activity, we know your kinders will have fun with it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172508185,"sku":"A3207","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1-Egg-Anchor-Chart1.jpg?v=1522782104"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-emergent-reader-a3621","title":"MLK Day Emergent Reader","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2848\" alt=\"MLK Day Emergent Reader Preschool Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Emergent-Reader.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.simplykinder.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.simplykinder.com\/2013\/01\/martin-luther-king-day-activities-free.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSimply Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e created this free reader for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and we thought it would make a great addition to your lessons! Highlighting many of Dr. King's important accomplishments and qualities, the booklet offers a great review of the day's lessons and will help your kiddos remember the historical importance of Martin Luther King Jr. even after the holiday has been observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThere are three versions...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color. Already fully illustrated, students can simply enjoy reading through the booklet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and white. Partially illustrated, students can color the black and white pictures as they read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlank. Featuring only the text on each page, students can illustrate the story as they read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Simply Kinder for this fantastic download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172540953,"sku":"A3621","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Emergent-Reader.jpg?v=1522782104"},{"product_id":"learning-about-martin-luther-king-jr-a4022","title":"Learning About Martin Luther King Jr.","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2686 \" alt=\"MLK Day Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-MLK-Brace-Map.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday, January 21st we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you haven't already, here are some fun lesson ideas to help your preschoolers learn a little bit more about this important historical figure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReading About MLK Jr.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the topic with picture books! The colorful illustrations are sure to help your preschoolers connect with the story and new information. We found a list of 20 titles over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ownadaycare.com\/blog\/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-free-worksheets-and-reading-list-for-preschoolers\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOwnADaycare.com\u003c\/a\u003e that provides a great starting point, but you could also ask your library media specialist to recommend several books as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrganizing New Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a brace map to help your preschoolers organize the new information about Martin Luther King Jr! Erin over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/peek-at-my-week-and-thank-you-lord.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEberhart's Explorers\u003c\/a\u003e provides a great example {pictured above} as well as FREE handouts for your preschoolers to fill out as you go along!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Poetry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter learning about the various themes of MLK Day - harmony, diversity, equality, etc. - work together with your preschoolers to write a peace poem like this one from April over \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/few-more-mlk-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e! She offers a great template that will help your kiddos think about what peace looks like, sounds like, etc. [Not to mention, April shares lots of other great MLK Day activities and resources!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172573721,"sku":"A4022","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/1-MLK-Brace-Map.jpg?v=1522782104"},{"product_id":"vibrant-hand-print-mural-for-mlk-day-a1598","title":"Vibrant Hand Print Mural for MLK Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-6136 \" alt=\"MLK Day Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hand-Print-Mural.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Heather Martin\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the diversity of your class\/school community this MLK Day with a gorgeous hand print mural like this one designed by art teacher, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/photos\/113293975000962724205\/albums\/5363674630392754801?banner=pwa\u0026amp;sqi\u0026amp;sqsi\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHeather Martin\u003c\/a\u003e! {Didn't it turn out amazing?!} The collaborative project is sure to foster a sense of teamwork and community among your students and the finished mural offers a powerful visual of acceptance and harmony! Not to mention the display is student-created so it requires little work on your part; simply cover the bulletin board with black background paper, add a complimentary border, and {optional} entitle the display with one of Dr. King's well-known quotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The time is always right to do what is right.\"  --Martin Luther King Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.\"  --Martin Luther King Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. 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Drawing from Dr. King's infamous \"I Have A Dream...\" speech, students are presented with the opportunity to take a closer look at their world and consider their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e dreams for the future; dreams for their families, their school\/community, and even the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreat for individual use or even as a guide for whole group discussion, be sure to visit Kinder Alphabet to grab a copy of this fun MLK Day writing prompt!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172639257,"sku":"A3622","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/mlk-sample.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-activity-i-have-a-dreamcatcher-a3208","title":"MLK Day Activity - I Have A Dreamcatcher...","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2573 \" alt=\"MLK Day Activity and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-T-chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sunglassesonmyhead.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren, second grade teacher and blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunglassesonmyhead.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/i-have-dreamcatcher.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNotes from Miss Dennis\u003c\/a\u003e, shared this MLK Day activity and we thought it offered a nice twist to traditional lessons. Incorporating the Native American \u003cem\u003eLegend of the Dreamcatcher\u003c\/em\u003e, Lauren and her students encountered the concepts of good dreams and bad dreams. With these ideas fresh in their mind, they then read David A. Adler's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eand listened for words\/concepts that might qualify as good or bad dreams. Lauren and her kiddos rounded out the lesson by creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e dreamcatchers! Isn't this a fun and unique way to present the important ideals connected with MLK Day?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Notes from Miss Dennis for the full lesson and pictures!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172672025,"sku":"A3208","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-T-chart.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"the-crayon-box-that-talked-mlk-day-bulletin-board-ideas-a1599","title":"The Crayon Box That Talked - MLK Day Bulletin Board Ideas","description":"\u003cp\u003eShane DeRolf's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crayon Box That Talked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderful book to share with your kiddos on MLK Day! Through beautiful illustration and playful, yet meaningful text, students are reminded that when we all work together - the results are colorful and compelling!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral bulletin board ideas have emerged that use DeRolf's poem as inspiration. We love how they turned out and think the would provide a bright and meaningful wall display perfect for Martin Luther King Jr Day! Two of the designs have previously been featured on our blog...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6142\" alt=\"MLK Day Diversity Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/A-Lesson-From-Crayons.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Design via Katie Morris over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artteacheradventures.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/crayon-bulletin-board.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAdventures of an Art Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e. Find the full feature here --\u0026gt;\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1068\/a-lesson-from-crayons\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Lesson From Crayons...\u003c\/a\u003e }\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6141\" alt=\"MLK Day Diversity Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/A-Box-of-Crayons.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e{Design via Brooke over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsburginskindergarten.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-week.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Burgin's Kindergarten Class\u003c\/a\u003e. Find the full feature here --\u0026gt; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1355\/a-box-of-crayons-back-to-school-diversity-bulletin-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Box of Crayons\u003c\/a\u003e}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found two other great designs floating around on Pinterest that might inspire your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e crayon themed diversity bulletin board...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6143\" alt=\"MLK Day Diversity Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/crayonbox_350.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrsbrownart.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsbrownart.com\/kindergarten.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Brown's Art Class\u003c\/a\u003e and was created by a kindergarten class. We love that each kinder got to decorate a crayon for the box! And, of course, that the crayons were added to an adorable crayon box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-6144\" alt=\"MLK Day Diversity Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Crayonbox.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is from April over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/few-more-mlk-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChalk Talk\u003c\/a\u003e. Again, each student got to design their own crayon for the board and learned that, just like the crayons in a crayon box, their individuality and diversity is something to celebrate!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172704793,"sku":"A1599","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/A-Lesson-From-Crayons.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-craft-unity-sand-bottle-a2608","title":"MLK Day Craft - Unity Sand Bottle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-4863 \" alt=\"MLK Day Unity Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colored-Sand-Unity-Bottle.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.facebook.com\/CrayolaPlaySand\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinterest has become an amazing resource for DIY projects, kids crafts, and more! We recently stumbled upon this gorgeous unity sand craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CrayolaPlaySand\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePavestone Colored Sand Store\u003c\/a\u003e that would make a great addition to your lesson plans this Martin Luther King Jr Day! Like the peace dove we featured yesterday, this project is sure to build a sense of community among your students, provide a great opportunity for discussing important topics surrounding MLK Day {diversity, unity, harmony, etc.}, and create an instant keepsake for the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the idea of creating a class unity sand bottle, but we also think it would be fun to provide each of your students with a small unity sand keepsake to take home too! Set out a large recycled plastic bottle along with a small container for each student {perhaps recycled baby food jars, spice bottles, or inexpensive clear containers purchased at the dollar store} and invite your kiddos to make their rounds, adding a bit of sand to each container!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project, be sure to visit Pavestone Colored Sand Store!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172737561,"sku":"A2608","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Colored-Sand-Unity-Bottle.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"peace-wreath-for-black-history-month-a2617","title":"Peace Wreath for Black History Month","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4937\" alt=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day and Black History Month Peace Wreath Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Wreath1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: colormekinder.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. M over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/new-years-wrap-up-black-history-month.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Me Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e shared this beautiful peace wreath craft that would be the perfect addition to your plans for Martin Luther King Jr Day or Black History Month. As a collaborative project, your kiddos will find out firsthand what it means and how it feels to work together toward a common goal, as well as observe how each of their personal contributions is necessary and important in order to create a beautiful and full wreath to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo create hand prints for the wreath...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\" data-mce-mark=\"1\"\u003eHave students trace and cut their hand prints from multicultural construction paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with multicultural paint, inviting them to use a paint brush to cover their hand with paint and gently press it to a piece of white card stock. When dry, have them cut out their prints and arrange them into the shape of a wreath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf course, you can always use multicultural markers to trace and color, then cut!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this great craft, be sure to visit Color Me Kinder!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174507033,"sku":"A2617","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Peace-Wreath1.jpg?v=1522782116"},{"product_id":"we-give-a-hand-for-peace-mlk-day-bulletin-board-a4459","title":"We Give A Hand For Peace! - MLK Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/We-Give-A-Hand-For-Peace-MLK-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" title=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"MLK Peace Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect addition to your MLK Day lesson plans, this is not only a great way to help your students make a personal connection (and personal action plan for promoting peace!), it also provides a colorful display for the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to think of ways they can promote peace - at home, in the classroom, on the playground, in the community, etc. After brainstorming ways in which they can be peacemakers, have them select one specific way and make a commitment to do it. For example;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will invite kids who are left out to play on the playground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will take turns and share my toys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will listen to directions and follow them the first time around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave them pen their pledge on the bottom of a piece of paper and add their hand print - either traced and cut from a piece of paper or made using craft paint - as a signature of sorts. Once dry\/finished, add the craft to a piece of colored paper, creating a colorful border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe Give A Hand For Peace!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Give A Hand For Peace!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned\/colored bulletin board borders. [NOTE: We selected two patterned borders to create a layered look.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' pledges! These will take up most of the space. As a way of tying in the peace theme, we also added two dove cutouts by the title, but those are certainly optional!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734196756505,"sku":"A4459","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/We-Give-A-Hand-For-Peace-MLK-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782249"},{"product_id":"not-the-color-of-our-skin-mlk-day-activity-a4462","title":"\"Not the color of their skin...\" - MLK Day Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2201328176.jpg\" title=\"MLK Day Activity and Lesson Plan\" alt=\"MLK Day Activity and Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. King left a profound legacy; a legacy that continues to shape our nation each and every day. As we celebrate his life, character, and ideals this Monday, there are several great visual illustrations that will help your students grasp Dr. King's important message;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThat men not be judged by \u003cem\u003e\"the color of their skin, but the content of their character!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Day Illustrations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn keeping with Dr. King's message, these illustrations show that, while we may all look different on the outside, we're the same on the inside!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApples. Just like people, apples come in all different colors, shapes, and sizes. What we love about using apples as an illustration is that each apple can be cut horizontally, not only to reveal that the inside flesh is the same color, but that each apple contains a \"star\" inside of it! The star shape can be related to our worth as well as our character and the ideals that we stand for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM\u0026amp;Ms. While a bag of M\u0026amp;Ms contains various colors, once you bite through the colorful outside shell, each contains sweet chocolate on the inside. Students will love the treat and will hopefully be reminded of Dr. King's message each time they eat the sweet candies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlow pops. Similar to M\u0026amp;Ms, blow pops come in various flavors and colors, but once the outside sugar coating is gone, they all have a piece of pink bubble gum in the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEggs. While raw eggs provide fewer variations in color (and they're not a treat that your kiddos can actually eat), they \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e provide a simple illustration of Dr. King's message and might actually offer an extended learning opportunity for your kiddos who may or may not have seen brown eggs!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're certain you could find \u003cem\u003emany\u003c\/em\u003e things to help illustrate this important concept - the ideas listed above are just a start! What we \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e know is that visual illustrations often have a big impact and help your kiddos remember learned concepts. This is definitely one of those messages that you'll want your students to internalize and keep with them!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734196789273,"sku":"A4462","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2201328176.jpg?v=1522782249"},{"product_id":"my-dream-mlk-day-craftivity-a4449","title":"\"My Dream...\" MLK Day Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2bee%20martin%20luther%20king%20hand.jpg\" title=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Activity and Craft\" alt=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Activity and Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Vicky Moore\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and, exploring\/celebrating together the life of this important historical figure, provides a wonderful opportunity for discussing several important topics with your kiddos - character, diversity, passion, and perseverance among them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there's nothing new about having your students write about \u003cem\u003etheir own\u003c\/em\u003e dreams on MLK Day, we love how second grade teacher, Vicky Moore, of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/traditionslaughterandhappilyeverafter.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTraditions, Laughter and Happiliy Ever After\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vickymoore2.com\/holiday.cfm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Moore's Class\u003c\/a\u003e, turned it into a craftivity that captures the powerful message of the holiday - the hand of friendship has no color!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students create the hand prints with paint or construction paper, then fill out the inside of the page with their dreams - dreams for themselves, dreams for their families, dreams for the community\/school, dreams for the world, etc. We think this is a fabulous way for your students to make a personal connection with the holiday!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734196887577,"sku":"A4449","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2bee_20martin_20luther_20king_20hand.jpg?v=1522782250"},{"product_id":"fun-with-color-mixing-a4033","title":"Fun with Color Mixing - An MLK Day Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2764\" alt=\"Black History Month and Martin Luther King Jr Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Mixing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this great exercise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/elementaryartfun.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mixing-colors-with-mlk.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esmART Class\u003c\/a\u003e and, it looked like Natalie and her kiddos had so much fun with it, that we had to pass it along!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst they mixed...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e...and then they painted!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper fun, right!? We love that this color mixing activity offers a hands-on way to help your students explore the beauty of diversity and working together in harmony! Not to mention, the resulting mural offers a lovely and festive way to document your learning about this important historical figure, as well as a gorgeous decoration for your classroom or hallway!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-Mural.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson, be sure to visit smART Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204227609,"sku":"A4033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Color-Mixing-Mural.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"hooray-for-mlk-day-math-literacy-activities-a6914","title":"\"Hooray For MLK Day!\" - Math \u0026 Literacy Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/hooray-for-mlk-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e, Kim and Megan, never disappoint when we need fun activities on the fly! Here are several awesome math and literacy activities from Kim's '\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Hooray-for-Martin-Luther-King-MLK-Day-by-Kim-Adsit-190312\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHooray for Martin Luther King (MLK) Day\u003c\/a\u003e' packet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAll About Martin Luther King\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you read books about Martin Luther King Jr. (and perhaps even watch Dr. King's famous speech!), make sure your kiddos are recording their learning along the way! Simple journal pages where students can record a sentence and\/or draw a picture are a neat and simple way to do this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also think Kim's cute craftivity, where students create a likeness of Dr. King and write several short sentences about him, provides a wonderful 'wrap-up' activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCause \u0026amp; Effect with Dr. King\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCause and effect is a repeating theme, both in learning and life, and is a great concept to explore as you and your kiddos discuss the life and purpose of Martin Luther King.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim's flow chart provides a fantastic visual of the concept and aids in walking students through each step in the discussion;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What was wrong?\" - What did Dr. King want to change?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What did Dr. King do?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What happened?\" - What were the results of Dr. King's work?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Number Combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. King had four children - two boys and two girls. Using this fun fact, along with clip art and activity mats, Kim had students determine how many other ways they could make four kids - i.e. 0 boys and 4 girls, 1 boy and 3 girls, etc. A simple, yet unique way to learn about MLK while also practicing problem solving and other early math skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part about these activities? You can find all of them - plus lots more! - in Kim's \"Hooray for Martin Luther King (MLK) Day!\" packet on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Hooray-for-Martin-Luther-King-MLK-Day-by-Kim-Adsit-190312\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Pay Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e! We suggest heading over to check it out as well as visiting \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e for other awesome ideas! It really is a fabulous resource!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204260377,"sku":"A6914","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/KinderGals-MLK-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"are-we-really-different-mlk-day-egg-experiment-freebie-a6913","title":"\"Are We Really Different?\" MLK Day Egg Experiment \u0026 FREEbie!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's an oldie, but a goodie! Katie, kindergarten teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/littlekinderwarriors.blogspot.com\/2014\/01\/mlk-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Warriors\u003c\/a\u003e, put together this fun egg activity (including a great free printable response sheet!) to help her littles explore one of King's important messages - \u003cem\u003ewhile we may look different on the outside, on the inside, we are the same!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAre We Really Different?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePaper plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne white egg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne brown egg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eResponse sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStep One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-2-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start the lesson, display the eggs and invite your students to take turns examining them, noting any differences they observe on their response sheet. Discuss, as a class, your students' observations. For example, your discussion might include;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs similar?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are both eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have the same shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey both roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have a smooth shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can eat them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs different?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are different colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStep Two\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Egg-2-edited2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, crack the eggs and allow students to observe the insides. Have students fill in the appropriate section of their response sheet, then resume your discussion and list. Your discussion might include;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs similar?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey both make a mess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have the same parts - shell, yolk, and white.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have a yellow yolk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow are the eggs different?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite how they look on the outside, your students are sure to be surprised to find that the insides are identical!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/chicks.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity also has some great science connections! This might be the first time many of your kiddos have ever seen a brown egg, so as an extension, you can explore as a class why some eggs are white and some are brown!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204325913,"sku":"A6913","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Egg-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-dream-mobiles-a4023","title":"MLK Day Dream Mobiles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Dr. King offers a powerful example of how one person who stands up for what they believe in\/what is right can make a difference. As you explore the life of Martin Luther King Jr this January - his ideals, his hopes, and his impact - empower your students with the knowledge that, they too, have the power to make a difference in their families, their school\/community, and even the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructing a dream mobile is a great way to help your students make a meaningful connection with the holiday as well as instill this very idea! We found two variations of the dream mobile and either project would make a fabulous addition to your MLK Day lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndividual Dream Mobile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2691  \" alt=\"MLK Day Writing Prompt, Craft, and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-Dream-Mobile.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Prince \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeanne over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/spendadayinsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-mobile-freebie-and-last-chance-for.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Prince \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/a\u003e has her kiddos create individual mobiles, writing about their dreams for their school, community, and world. If you're interested in completing this project, she offers the mobile printables for FREE over at her blog, so set-up is sure to be easy peasy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollaborative Dream Mobile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Collaborative-Dream-Mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTara of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/4thgradefrolics.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-mobile-activity-and-sharing-some.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/a\u003e invites her students to work together to create a class mobile displaying their dreams for the world. Invited to think about various topics - freedom, equality, fairness, unity, etc. - students wrote about what these dreams might look like and their hopes for the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a picture of the completed mobile...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2692\" alt=\"MLK Day Writing Prompt, Craft, and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Dream-Mobile.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, these projects were initially used with second and fourth grade students, so keep this in mind when tweaking the activity for your preschoolers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204358681,"sku":"A4023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Collaborative-Dream-Mobile-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-lesson-plan-creative-coloring-a6917","title":"MLK Day Lesson Plan - Creative Coloring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Lesson Plan - Creative Coloring\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Different-Crayon-Pics.jpg\" alt=\"Creative Coloring MLK Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Herding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a way to commemorate MLK Day with your kiddos? Then check out this super creative lesson plan featured by Jennifer over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/herdingkats.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/martin-luther-king-jr-lesson.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHerding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMLK Day Creative Coloring Lesson Plan\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will want to start with three different colors of construction paper and crayons to match. The example shows red, black and white, but you could use any three colors of your choosing. Just make sure the crayons would be visible on the other colors of construction paper (for example, blue and purple may not work well together).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGather all of your students around your classroom carpet. Then, hand each student a piece of construction paper and a crayon to match. Tell your students to draw a pretty picture to cover the page (it can be anything they desire) while you read (Jennifer chose \"Martin's Big Words\" for this plan).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt shouldn't take long for your students to realize that their drawing won't show up if they are using a crayon color that matches their construction paper. Wait for a little while and continue reading to see if your students figure out on their own that they should switch their crayons. If your students don't seem to be catching on, ask one of them why he or she isn't drawing. You should quickly get an \"I'm trying!\" type of response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your students trade crayons, encourage them to continue drawing while you finish reading. The hope here is that they will be captivated by what you are reading, which will then start an incredible class discussion about Martin Luther King and everything he accomplished!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out the cute pictures created by Jennifer's students!  ...after they switched crayons of course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Completed Creative Coloring Activity Example 1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Different-Crayon-Red.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Creative Coloring Activity Example 1\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Herding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Completed Creative Coloring Activity Example 2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Different-Crayon-White.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Creative Coloring Activity Example 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Herding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Completed Creative Coloring Activity Example 3\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Different-Crayon-Black.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Creative Coloring Activity Example 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Herding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204391449,"sku":"A6917","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Different-Crayon-Pics.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-dream-weaving-craft-for-kids-a6918","title":"MLK Day Dream Weaving Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Dream Weaving Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Heart%20Weaving%20Collage%20of%20Six%20Hearts.jpg\" alt=\"Dream Weaving MLK Day Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute are these dream catchers featured by Debbie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2014\/01\/martin-luther-king-jr-dream-weaving.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e? If you're looking for a last minute project to celebrate MLK Day with your kiddos, this is the craft for you. All you need is a few classroom staples (pipe cleaners and yarn) and you're ready to get started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDream Weaving Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach student will need two pipe cleaners to twist together in the shape of a heart (younger children may need help with this step). Once the heart shape is assembled, have students wrap the pipe cleaners in yarn and begin the weaving process (only to be limited by the amount of time and yarn you have available). It's as simple as that! And feel free to use assorted colors for the dream catchers. Don't you just love all of the bright colors in the pictures?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Dream Catcher Process\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dream%20Weaving%20Process.jpg\" alt=\"Dream Catcher MLK Day Craft Process\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Dream' catchers - what a great way to tie into a class discussion of Martin Luther King and his unforgettable \"I have a Dream\" speech. And when you're finished, don't forget to hang the dream catchers around your class for a colorful MLK Day display!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204424217,"sku":"A6918","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Heart_20Weaving_20Collage_20of_20Six_20Hearts.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"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":"portrait-craftivity-writing-prompt-for-mlk-day-a6915","title":"Portrait Craftivity \u0026 Writing Prompt for MLK Day!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/martin-luther-king-jr.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e, a fabulous created by the talented Natalie and Rachelle, is another go-to resource when we're looking for new ideas! We peeked into Rachelle's classroom and here's what she has going on for MLK Day...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePortrait Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Portrait-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Dianne Tansey's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Downloadable-Dr-Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Cut-and-Paste-Pattern-Packet-6936\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecut and paste pattern\u003c\/a\u003e, Rachelle has her kiddos create a portrait of Dr. King. We think this is a great 'processing activity'. As students follow directions and use the template to create the pieces, the time spent provides an opportunity to reflect on their learning about Dr. King!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\"I have a dream...\" Writing Prompt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Dream-Printable.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of Dr. King's life and legacy, Rachelle invites her students to think about how they would like to help others, now and\/or in the future. After brainstorming a few ideas, she then has her kiddos write about their dream for making the world a better place. The prompt page that she created for the activity can be downloaded for FREE at What the Teacher Wants! You'll just need a camera to take pictures of your kiddos or, if you find yourself in a time crunch, you could simply have your students draw a portrait of themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are always inspired when we visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e and highly recommend heading over to check out Natalie and Rachelle's amazing site!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204686361,"sku":"A6915","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Portrait-Craft.jpg?v=1522782295"},{"product_id":"unless-new-years-resolution-bulletin-board-idea-a6935","title":"\"Unless...\" New Years Resolution Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe're always blown away by Barbara's creativity and are super grateful that she's willing to share her amazing ideas with us! This feature comes a bit later that it should have, but this idea was too good not to share and we know it's a keeper for the inspiration folder!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/lorax.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara Gruener is an elementary counselor, character coach, and the creator of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/corneroncharacter.blogspot.com\/2015\/01\/unless.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Corner On Character\u003c\/a\u003e, and this year, instead of crafting the usual New Years resolutions, she inspired her students to think beyond themselves and come up with ways that they can be \u003cem\u003eintentional\u003c\/em\u003e about being peacemakers and advocates of fairness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the Dr. Seuss theme and the way Barbara incorporates her students' resolutions! What a powerful visual aid reminding students that true peacemakers care enough to take action!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Will You Make 2015 Better?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue or specialty 'night sky' bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"How Will You Make 2015 Better?\" - Also included and a main focal point of the board\/title, is Dr. Seuss' quote;\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUnless someone like you cares a whole awful lot,\n        nothing is going to get better. It's not.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' resolutions, written on star cutouts, to create the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Lorax. Freehand the character standing on a log or find a clip art image\/coloring page that can be enlarged using your classroom projector system and traced onto appropriately colored paper. {\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.colouring-page.org\/lorax\/385-lorax-coloring-page\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHere's\u003c\/a\u003e a coloring page that would work!} 2) The Truffula Trees. Cut wavy strips from colored paper to create the tree 'trunks', then use art tissue paper to create puffs to attach to the top of each trunk. Rachael of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.shoresociety.com\/2011\/08\/craft-tissue-paper-flowers.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShore Society\u003c\/a\u003e has a great tutorial for creating the puffs at her blog!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you want to learn more about this lesson, be sure to visit Barbara's website, \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/corneroncharacter.blogspot.com\/2015\/01\/unless.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Corner On Character\u003c\/a\u003e!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205046809,"sku":"A6935","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/lorax.jpg?v=1522782298"},{"product_id":"peace-doves-watercolor-art-project-for-kids-a7076","title":"\"Peace Doves\" Watercolor Art Project for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Watercolor-Peace-Dove-Project-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect project for MLK Day or a peace unit, these gorgeous doves that we found over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/applesloveorangespdx.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/watercolor-doves.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/a\u003e are actually pretty easy to create. They'll take a couple crafting sessions since you'll have to wait for the paint to dry, but the finished product is certainly worth it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewatercolor paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewatercolor paints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003epaint brushes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003etable salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eplastic wrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eblack and white card stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eblack permanent marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaking the Doves\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat's cool about this project is that your kiddos will get the opportunity to explore several watercolor painting techniques; wet on dry, wet on wet, and salt texturing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatercolor Painting Techinques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet on Dry. The background paper and any paint previously applied to the paper is allowed to dry completely before more paint\/colors are added. With this technique there is less bleeding between colors and the colors used are more vibrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet on Wet. Paint is applied to background paper that has been brushed with water or already has a layer of wet paint on it, allowing for a softer, more diffused look as the colors mix together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt Texturing. With this technique, salt (table or sea) is sprinkled over the painted page when the paint is almost dry. Once the page is completely dry, the salt is then brushed off revealing a fun textured look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe background for the project was created using all three of these techniques and, after adding the salt, students were invited to carefully cover the paper with plastic wrap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOnce dry, with the saran wrap removed and the salt brushed off, students added dove cutouts then printed quotes about peace on or around the shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHere are close-ups of the finished projects...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't they beautiful!? For this and lots of other great project ideas, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/applesloveorangespdx.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734209765401,"sku":"A7076","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Watercolor-Peace-Dove-Project-Cover.jpg?v=1522782326"},{"product_id":"we-can-change-the-world-inspirational-bulletin-board-idea-a7170","title":"\"We Can Change The World...\" Inspirational Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/540b2f154b810-image.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack to school. Earth day. MLK Day. \u003cem\u003eEvery\u003c\/em\u003e day is a great day to inspire and empower your students! While ultimately it's up to your kiddos to put words into action, reminding your students that, through their choices both big and small, they can make a difference each and every day goes a long way to setting the tone in your classroom, in your school, and in your community!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this bulletin board design sent in to one of our contests by a talented reader. It's super simple to put together, has a \u003cem\u003egreat\u003c\/em\u003e message, and can be used at any point throughout the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe Can Change The World With Our Own Two Hands\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Can Change The World With Our Own Two Hands!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary colored\/patterned bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Earth. There are three ways we would suggest tackling this cutout. First, you could simply purchase a large Earth cutout. Second, you could cut a large circle from white bulletin board paper and... \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse blue and green art tissue paper to collage the Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse blue and green craft paint and a sponge to sponge paint the Earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace a globe\/image of the Earth and use crayons or markers to color it in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThird, you could block off the space with a large circle cut from white bulletin board paper then have your kiddos finish the cutout by using blue and green craft paint to collage the space with their hand prints! 2) The Hand Prints. Purchase colorful hand print accents or have your kiddos trace and cut their hand prints from colored construction paper. As an extension, invite your students to write a practical idea for how they can make a difference at school\/at home onto their hand print cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734213140505,"sku":"A7170","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/540b2f154b810-image.jpg?v=1522782346"},{"product_id":"colorful-back-to-school-diversity-lesson-a7176","title":"Colorful Back-to-School Diversity Lesson!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B2S-Diversity-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMLK Day is often when we talk about diversity, but we think that the beginning of the school year also offers a fabulous opportunity for showing your kiddos how - using the classroom as a small scale example - our differences can enrich our communities and the lives of others! We all have something unique to bring to the table and, as you try to determine and shape a learning environment to fit the personality and dynamic of your new students, celebrating those differences can be a great first step to a successful school year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Crayon Box that Talked Writing Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B2S-Diversity-Literature-Selection.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlisha over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thebubblyblondeteacher.com\/2015\/01\/the-crayon-box-that-talked-update.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/a\u003e created these awesome writing prompt freebies to go with Shane Derolf's \u003cstrong\u003eThe Crayon Box that Talked\u003c\/strong\u003e - a story that teaches kiddos that we need \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e the crayons\/colors in the box and that, when we all work together, the results are sure to be colorful! Her free packet includes;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA poster of the poem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo friendship quote posters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree writing prompts - \"We need many different colors because...\", \"I am special...\", and \"If we were all the same color...\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Display Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, these writing prompts can be turned into adorable crafts and classroom displays! Here are two that Alisha and her kiddos have made in years past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B2S-Diversity-Display-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Hand of Friendship Has No Color\".\u003c\/em\u003e The display was created using the \"If we were all the same color...\" writing prompt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/B2S-Diversity-Display-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Bubbly Blonde\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this display, students created their own crayons and wrote about why they are special. 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