{"title":"Sound","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"promote-name-recognition-with-your-preschoolers-a1833","title":"Promote Name Recognition with Your Preschoolers","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow that your preschoolers have become adept at verbalizing their name and the names of their classmates, the next stage of development focuses on recognizing these well-known names in word form. Bridging the gap between sounds, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-114-letter-recognition.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eletter recognition\u003c\/a\u003e, and words can be quite challenging, requiring a lot of concentration and patience. Deborah Stewart of “Excellence in Early Childhood Education” offers insight on how to accomplish this task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause most young children respond best to hands-on learning environments, Stewart suggests creating a game to build these essential recognition skills. Divide your preschoolers into pairs. Each child should receive a sentence strip with their name on it using both upper and lower case letters. \n\nA second sentence strip should be created and then cut apart so that each letter is presented on a separate card. For each pair of students, shuffle their letter cards and place them face down on the table between them. Students then take turns drawing from the cards in front of them. If the letter matches one in their name, they keep the card, placing it on top or behind its corresponding letter on their sentence strip. If the letter does not belong in their name, they return the card to the middle. As Steward says, “this isn't a win or lose game - the idea is to have the children help each other find, recognize, and build their name one letter at a time!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extra difficulty, divide students into groups of four or have them build their classmate’s name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/preschoolprofessional.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/build-name-recognition-with-this.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eExcellence in Early Childhood Education: Build name recognition with this concentration game\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a nice \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom area rug\u003c\/a\u003e?  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But unfortunately, for many middle and high school students, reading is simply tedious. Many educators have asked where this breakdown is coming from.\n\nWith so many other things competing for your students’ attention, it is more important than ever to encourage students’ passion for reading. As with most things in life, this starts young and continues with more fervor as time goes on. Sherri Osborn offers a brilliant idea for keeping your elementary students engaged in literature. She recommends designing a ‘story sack’ for each book or unit. This bag should contain not only the story that is going to be read, but appropriate crafts and games, supplementary books and videos, approved snacks, and anything else you can think of that will inspire your students’ interest and imagination. Osborn provides eleven sample sacks for well-known books targeting ages ranging from two to twelve. If you endeavor think outside the box, your students will learn a new appreciation for books and reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familycrafts.about.com\/od\/homemadebooks\/a\/storysackindex.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eStory Sack Index - Make Your Own Story Sack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eClassroom carpet squares\u003c\/a\u003e are great for quiet reading time!  Take a look at our selection today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074400793,"sku":"A1835","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"mirror-play-a1845","title":"Mirror Play","description":"\u003cp\u003eSometimes the simplest toys can provide the most entertainment and opportunities for learning. In the toddler or preschool classroom, unbreakable mirrors or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5260-mirror-board-5-x-7-25-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emirror board\u003c\/a\u003e can provides hours of fun. As children recognize their own image on the surface, they react. This reaction causes a change in the mirror image, sparking another reaction. As children learn they are responsible for these changes, they will test it out in many interesting ways; looking side to side, sticking out their tongue, and so on. This activity promotes creativity, the internalizing of simple actions, and even language development as children observe how their mouths work to create sounds.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Length Mirrors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have access to one, bring in a full-length mirror. Invite a student to come and stand very still in front of the mirror. Using a dry erase marker, add features or funny costumes to their reflection. Experiment with hats, glasses, masks, and other accessories. See what each of their faces looks like with freckles, a big nose, or facial hair. Find out their favorite animal and transform their reflection to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Held Mirrors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall unbreakable mirrors are great to keep around the classroom for impromptu play. Additionally, incorporating these small treasures into crafts can provide variety and guided interaction. Heather of Dollar Store Crafts provides a great activity to try this St. Patrick’s Day. With a few hand held mirrors, felt, craft foam, and glue, your classroom will be teeming with little leprechauns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/dollarstorecrafts.com\/2010\/03\/leprechaun-mirror\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDollar Store Crafts » Blog Archive » Make a Magic Leprechaun Mirror\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational classroom rug\u003c\/a\u003e?  We have you covered!  You can view our rugs over on our shopping site.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074794009,"sku":"A1845","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"the-science-of-sound-a2051","title":"The Science of Sound","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt can be difficult for young students to grasp the concept of sound waves. Joel Henriques, creator of the blog Made by Joel, has recreated this classic tin can telephone project for a more updated look and plenty of classroom fun!\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTin Can Telephone Directions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the week leading up to the craft, have your students collect recycled cans from home. Each child or pair of children will need two cans that have been 'de-labeled' and washed. Remind parents that this activity will require students to place the cans by their ears and mouth so safety is top priority! Encourage them to use a can opener that leaves a smooth edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up a 'hammering' station. Have students take turns using a nail and hammer to punch a hole in the bottom of the can. So that you can properly supervise this activity, only allow three or four students at the station at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a 'stringing' station where students thread pre-cut strings into the hole. If they need help tying a knot at the end of the string to keep it in the can, instruct your students to take it back to their desks then come around (after the hammers and nails are safely put away) to assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor decoration, provide strips of colorful paper to be taped around the can so that each child can make their 'handset' their own!\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis craft will provide hours of fun and a great supplement to science lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/madebyjoel.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/tin-can-telephones.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMade by Joel: Tin Can Telephones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are in need of some new \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecraft supplies\u003c\/a\u003e you should check out our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eonline store\u003c\/a\u003e where we carry everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-129-colored-pencils.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola colored pencils\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emarkers\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-165-crayons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrayons\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734081740825,"sku":"A2051","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"depicting-the-movement-of-music-a2113","title":"Depicting the Movement of Music","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis art project, provided by Holly of Lines, Dots and Doodles, provides a great opportunity to integrate art,  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-96-music.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emusic\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience\u003c\/a\u003e of sound!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Black \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Brightly colored \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-182-crafting-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecrafting paper\u003c\/a\u003e (and scraps!)\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-291-pastel-sets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCrayola oil pastels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cu\u003ePre-Project Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students will likely be able to make the connection between sound and music, but they may not realize that music has movement and rhythm as well. Tell them that they will be choosing their favorite instrument and making a collage that visually depicts this concept. Discuss together how they might accomplish this (e.g. zig zags, patterns, spirals, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eProject Instructions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a blank canvas (one piece of black construction paper) and colorful scraps of paper. If they need it, help them design their favorite instrument (e.g. guitar, drums, piano, trumpet, etc.) from the colored paper then have them cut and collage 'movement lines' from the scraps of paper. For a final touch, provide your students with oil pastels and invite them to add the last bit of detailing. Overall, a great opportunity for creativity and learning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/linesdotsanddoodles.blogspot.com\/2010\/05\/music-1st-grade.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLines, Dots, and Doodles: Music, 1st Grade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083870745,"sku":"A2113","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"harvest-pattern-printable-a3303","title":"Harvest Pattern Printable","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-232 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Harvest-Patterns-File-Folder-Game.jpg\" alt=\"turkeys pumpkins pie cornucopia acorn and leaf art\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: filefolderfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatterns are all around us - they can be found in nature, our clothing, and even in our daily routines! A basic math skill needed for understanding more complex concepts like addition, multiplication, etc., preschool is a wonderful time to introduce your child or students to the wondrous world of patterning. This holiday season use these exciting harvest pattern printables designed by Valerie, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/filefolderfun.com\/PreschoolSequencing2.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFile Folder Fun\u003c\/a\u003e, The Crafty Classroom, and several other educational resource sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterning Basics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple patterns include only two variables and are usually denoted AB\u003cem\u003eAB\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex patterns move away from 1:1 variable usage and may contain more than two variables. These can include - ABC\u003cem\u003eABC\u003c\/em\u003e, AAB\u003cem\u003eAAB\u003c\/em\u003e, ABB\u003cem\u003eABB\u003c\/em\u003e, AABB\u003cem\u003eAABB\u003c\/em\u003e, and ABCD\u003cem\u003eABCD\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow students the opportunity to “read” each pattern upon completion. This will help strengthen their understanding of how patterns work as well as allow them to fix any mistakes that may have been made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatterning Exercises\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-9-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-9\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-12.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 1\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-84\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips inviting students to extend the pattern by matching entire strips.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-22.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 2\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 2\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-85\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips. Leave one set in strips, while cutting apart the second set to create individual cards. Inviting students to extend the pattern by matching individual cards to the example strip.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-32.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 3\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 3\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-86\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips. Leave one set in strips, while cutting apart the second set to create individual cards. Pass out the individual cards so that each student has one. Place an example strip on the front board and invite your students to line up creating \"people patterns\" in order to extend it. Every student should get a chance to participate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Preschool-Printables-Table-42.jpg\" alt=\"baby block 4\" title=\"Preschool Printables Table 4\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-87\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003ePrint out two sets of pattern strips, separating both sets into individual cards. Invite students to create their own patterns. Consider pairing students up and having them play \"copy-cat\" - duplicating each others' patterns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Patterning Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to extend your patterning lesson, here are a few fun ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003emovement patterns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Have students form a circle and follow simple patterns like \"stomp, clap, stomp, clap\" or \"jump, clap, jump, clap\". As they get more comfortable, throw in other movements, creating more complex patterns. Example movements may include: twirl, hop, pat, squat, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003esound patterns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide students with classroom instruments (i.e. maracas, bells, drums, etc.). Have them play simple patterns, graduating to more complex patterning as they get comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to visit Valerie's site for this awesome printable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Patterning!\n\u003cimg class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-25\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blog-Signature1.jpg\" alt=\"signature\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093275161,"sku":"A3303","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Harvest-Patterns-File-Folder-Game.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"diy-color-matching-game-for-toddlers-a2302","title":"DIY Color Matching Game for Toddlers","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sporschool.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/new-sound-matching-and-color-matching.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/color-matching-game.jpg\" alt=\"DIY homemade toddler and preschool color matching game\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Walk Beside Me\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will this homemade matching game help your toddlers begin to recognize and name colors, they can double as sound shakers, providing a fun sensory experience for your little learners {and even offer extra homemade instruments to 'play' during songs and circle time!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall storage tins with viewing window {like these at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.worldmarket.com\/product\/index.jsp?productId=4052913\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWorld Market\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/53477833\/12-square-tins-with-window-2oz-use-for\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEtsy\u003c\/a\u003e ...you can usually find similar plastic or tin containers in the office supplies section at Walmart too!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, colorful fillers {small beads, colored rice, colored sugar, baking sprinkles, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow temp glue gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the picture shows, fill two containers of each color, use the glue gun to seal the tins {so there aren't any accidental and messy spills!} and have your kiddos get to matching!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Matching Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider adding a sound element to your matching game, still filling the tins with colorful items, but adding a variety of objects that sound different when shaking the tin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-648-bells.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJingle bells\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-657-craft-puffs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePom poms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-649-buttons.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-66-beads-lacing.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBeads\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnpopped popcorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar, salt, or sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried beans or seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGlitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocks or gravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-1591-magnet-marbles-100-marbles-only.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarbles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWooden beads or blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-17868-sequins-spangles-4-oz.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSequins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-670-noodles.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNoodles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sound element, just cover the viewing window on each tin with a piece of construction paper, etc. and you're ready for match-making! Whatever you decide, have fun with it - your little learners sure will!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sporschool.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/new-sound-matching-and-color-matching.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWalk Beside Me: New Sound Matching and Color Matching Activities\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734108479513,"sku":"A2302","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/color-matching-game.jpg?v=1522781720"},{"product_id":"cinco-de-mayo-fun-festive-crafts-a3923","title":"Cinco de Mayo - Fun Festive Crafts","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe thought it might be fun to incorporate some festive crafts into your Cinco de Mayo plans, and found some really fun ideas over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/crafts.kaboose.com\/holidays\/cinco-de-mayo\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKaboose\u003c\/a\u003e! With 15 projects to choose from, we know you'll be able to find one that fits the interests and skill of your preschoolers! Here's a sneak peek at a few of our favorites...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2073\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/minisom_l4.jpg\" alt=\"Cinco de Mayo Kids Craft and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMini Sombreros\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun party decoration {or surprise treat holder!}, these mini sombreros designed by Amanda Formaro are sure to be an instant hit! Instead of a simple craft, you could even use these fun props as part of your activity centers...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint upper and lower case letters on the bottom of each sombrero - inviting students to create matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScript a numeral on the bottom of each sombrero and have your kiddos put the hats in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to practice color recognition by leaving the foam cups and paper plates separate - decorating each plate with one color of craft pom poms and adding a color word to each cup - and inviting students to make the correct matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel each sombrero with a different beginning letter sound and create a variety of picture cards. Invite students to sort the cards, placing them on the appropriate sombrero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2072\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/maracas_l4.jpg\" alt=\"Cinco de Mayo Craft for Kids and Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: crafts.kaboose.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaracas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fantastic Formaro-design, these instruments can be used for lots of fun activities...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeach your students a traditional Spanish dance, adding in some maraca play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay Spanish music and allow your students to dance freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePretend to put on a 'Spanish parade' - complete with music, dancing, and maracas!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild listening and patterning skills - inviting students to copy sound patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese crafts are the tip of the iceberg! Be sure to visit Kaboose for lots of other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734146850841,"sku":"A3923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/minisom_l4.jpg?v=1522781947"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Harvest-Patterns-File-Folder-Game.jpg?v=1530027831","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/topic-sound.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}