{"title":"Valentine's Day Lesson Plans","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-february-a3720","title":"Hand Print Calendar: February","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/February-Calendar-Shot-e1291071664658.jpg\" alt=\"homemade calendar for february with hand print heart and poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e{Looking for a fun way to review the days of the week and months of  the year? Try this hand print calendar! Students are sure to love the  \"hands on\" artwork as well as the special poem for each month. If  completed before the holidays, this makes a spectacular (and  functional!) Christmas gift for mom and dad!}\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFebruary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn February, we celebrate the people in our lives that we love. What better to symbolize the month and the Valentines day holiday, than a hand print heart. Your students couldn't create a better valentine for their parents!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7187-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-pink.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePink construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Heart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-255\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/February.jpg\" alt=\"hand print heart and valentines day poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nHave students paint both hands red. To make the heart print, have them slant their hands (fingers toward each other), firmly pressing their left hand to the paper, then their right hand. [NOTE: Their fingers will overlap forming the point of the heart.] Invite your preschoolers to make the heart print on one side of the paper so that there's room to glue the poem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Valentine for You\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValentines, valentines,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink, red and blue,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've made a pretty one\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse word processing software to type out the poem, add a border, and print it onto card stock. Students will then be able to cut around the border and use glue to attach the poem to their calendar page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097535001,"sku":"A3720","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/February-Calendar-Shot-e1291071664658.jpg?v=1522781655"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-unit-sensory-activities-a2916","title":"Valentine's Day Unit: Sensory Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eAccording to Amanda Morgan - mother, educational consultant, and creator of the blog, Not Just Cute - \"\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esensory play is really part of the scientific process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\". Through sensory experiences, children interact with and begin to order the world - learning how to ask questions, observe reactions, investigate, collect data, and reach conclusions - all using their five senses! With Valentine's Day coming up, here are some great sensory play ideas that are sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-393  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Sensory-Tub.jpg\" alt=\"valentine's day sensory tub\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Bin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis festive sensory bin was created by Allie of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.notimeforflashcards.com\/2010\/01\/valentines-sensory-tub.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNo Time For Flash Cards\u003c\/a\u003e. With a base of dried beans - Allie suggests red lentils and navy beans - along with glittery heart confetti and foam heart cutouts, this simple tub is inexpensive, requires little work, and will keep your kiddos occupied for hours! Add a few spoons, measuring cups, miniature tongs, plastic heart shaped containers, and other 'exploration tools' and you're set!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-394 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Shaving-Cream.jpg\" alt=\"valentine's day shaving cream sensory activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.thetraintocrazy.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaving Cream Doodles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's one from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thetraintocrazy.com\/preschool\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Train to Crazy\u003c\/a\u003e. Gather cans of unscented shaving cream or containers of cool whip, add a few drops of red food coloring to tint the cream, then provide each student with a few dollops of Valentine's Day cream and let the the fun begin!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall out letters and invite students to use the cream for some handwriting practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to create their own special designs, then press a piece of paper to the cream to create fun prints and artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students practice drawing shapes in the cream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-395 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chocolate-Playdough.jpg\" alt=\"valentine's day chocolate play dough sensory activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Scented Play Dough\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound out your sensory play activities with play dough! Mari-Ann of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/countingcoconuts.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/sensory-fun-valentines-style.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCounting Coconuts\u003c\/a\u003e suggests creating special Valentine's Day play dough that smells like chocolate (using chocolate extract) and providing students with heart cookie cutters and other fun tools! [BONUS: While you're there, be sure to check out Mari-Ann's Valentine's Day sensory bin too!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith these sensory play activities, your Valentine's Day unit is sure to keep your students engaged, exploring, and learning!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101991449,"sku":"A2916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Sensory-Tub_eedce739-0561-4cba-9fae-056e2dee249c.jpg?v=1522781682"},{"product_id":"valentine-s-day-unit-writing-amp-literacy-center-activities-a2917","title":"Valentine’s Day Unit: Writing \u0026amp; Literacy Center Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have a writing center in your classroom, get one! Independent writing activities and writing centers offer great opportunities for you kindergartners to practice handwriting, build their vocabulary, and gain confidence as storytellers and writers. Here are some great activities to include in this year's Valentine's Day unit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJournaling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate special Valentine's Day journals by re-purposing old valentines from years past.\u003c\/p\u003e\nSelect valentines for the journal cover - laminating them for durability.\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg alt=\"valentine journal cover\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e*Valentines courtesy of \u003ca onclick=\"javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackEvent','outbound-article','http:\/\/www.kate.net']);\" href=\"http:\/\/www.kate.net\/holidays\/valentine\/cards.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKate.net\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate several journaling page options - we chose to include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlank drawing paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraph paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLined writing paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe created plain paper cutouts, but you might consider gluing the pages to recycled valentine cards for extra stability and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"valentine journal page options\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students choose a cover and a packet of pages (include several sheets of each type of journaling page and paper clip them together to make the process easier).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"unassembled homemade valentine journal\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"homemade playing card notebook\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Playing-Card-Notebook.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble, use a paper punch to create holes in the upper left corner of the booklet and secure with a binder ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: This example journal was made from recycled playing cards - a valentine journal would work the same!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring your Valentine's unit, have students use the journals to draw the people they love, complete writing prompts (i.e. \"I love ____________ because ____________.\", \"What do you love to do?\", etc.), and design special valentine cards for friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo4.jpg\" alt=\"heart shaped sight word flash cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConversation Heart Sentences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate heart cutouts with common sight words and classroom vocabulary words. Invite your kiddos to use these words to create simple sentences. Because the concept of sentences may be a bit overwhelming, provide illustrations and pictures for inspiration. You might also consider providing specific word sets for each image as a way to guide students in sentence writing. For example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up a scenario similar to this - one side of the board displays part of a generic sentence with interchangeable noun cards (in this instance we've used a car) and the other side of the board offers students three conversation hearts with describing words that can be used to make sentences. Students must decide whether the words on the heart make a true or false statement based on the noun card presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo5.jpg\" alt=\"dry erase and corkboard valentines day writing activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nInvite students to move the first conversation heart to the end of the sentence. In this case, the completed sentence reads, \"The car is red\". Based on the noun picture card, this statement is true.\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo6.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Conversation Heart Literacy Activity\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-423\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the first heart and repeat the process with the next heart. Here the sentence reads, \"The car is brown\". Checking back to the noun picture card, this is an untrue statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo7.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Conversation Heart Literacy Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to try the last conversation heart, making the sentence read, \"This car is fast\". Once again (based on the noun picture card presented -- a sports car), this is a true\/reasonable statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo8.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Conversation Heart Literacy Activity\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nAs they complete the activity, have laminated writing paper and a dry erase crayon for students to use in copying the sentences. For every \"false\" statement, have students revise the sentence to read, \"The ______ is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e _______\". For the example above, students would have penned, \"The car is not brown\".\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo9.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Conversation Heart Literacy Activity\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-426\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eValentine Image\/Message Matching\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another great way to use recycled valentines (or free printable valentines like these from Kate.net). Gather several pairs (i.e. matching sets) of valentines - on one card cover up the graphic or image and on the other cover up the message. Using the message clues, invite students to match the right message to the right illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/katevalcards2009a2.jpg\" alt=\"valentine cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eMessage only cards\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\n\t \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/katevalcards2009a-no-messag.jpg\" alt=\"valentines cards\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eGraphics only cards\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour students are sure to be kept busy with these fun Valentine's Day writing activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734102056985,"sku":"A2917","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/photo2.jpg?v=1522781682"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-fun-working-with-colors-rhymes-a3877","title":"Valentine's Day Fun - Working with Colors \u0026 Rhymes","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1538\" title=\"Valentine-Rhyming\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentine-Rhyming.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy and Colors Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were perusing Beth's Valentine's Day activities over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mamabeefromthehive.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/preschool-valentines-day-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrom The Hive\u003c\/a\u003e and we really liked the literacy and color review exercise she did with her students that used a cutesy Valentine rhyme!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supply list is super simple. You'll need a copy of the rhyme {be sure to visit From The Hive!}, as well as 6 construction paper hearts - one red, one blue, one pink, one white, one green, and one yellow. Use scissors, cutting out your own to decorate, or find a black and white clip art image online to print directly onto the colored paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim of the exercise; after reciting the rhyme, students must try to guess which valentine is your favorite by determining which color word rhymes with the word at the end of the poem. Beth said her kiddos did great with this activity and we think yours will catch on pretty fast too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit From The Hive for this adorable poem and, while you're there, check out the other fabulous Valentine's Day activities Beth suggests!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136987673,"sku":"A3877","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentine-Rhyming.jpg?v=1522781887"},{"product_id":"nuts-about-numbers-valentines-day-math-centers-with-free-printables-a3063","title":"Nuts About Numbers! - Valentine's Day Math Centers with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1485\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nuts-About-Numbers.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math Kindergarten Printables and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lilcountrykindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecently, while perusing our favorite teacher blogs, we stumbled across this fabulous packet of {FREE} worksheets from Marlana over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lilcountrykindergarten.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/nuts-about-numbers-activities-for-math.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLil' Country Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. Perfect for the Valentine's Day holiday, you'd be 'nuts' not to check it out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few of our favorite exercises...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHow Many Acorns?\u003c\/em\u003e Students practice both counting and writing skills as they determine the number of acorns on the page and script the corresponding numeral in the appropriate space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGreater Than, Less Than, Equal To..\u003c\/em\u003e. In this activity, students manipulate the cutesy acorn number cards in order to review these important comparative concepts, strengthen numeral recognition, and practice counting skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are a lot more activities in this packet just waiting to be downloaded {for FREE!}, so be sure to head over to Lil' Country Kindergarten right away!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137380889,"sku":"A3063","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Nuts-About-Numbers.jpg?v=1522781890"},{"product_id":"secret-message-valentines-day-literacy-center-a3879","title":"Secret Message Valentine's Day Literacy Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1546 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentine-Secret-Message.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy or Math Center Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: bhg.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fun activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/valentines-day\/crafts\/valentines-day-crafts-for-kids\/#page=8\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBetter Homes \u0026amp; Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e has been floating all over Pinterest and we thought it would make a fun literacy center for Valentine's Day! Stock plenty of secret message hearts in the literacy center, inviting your students to uncover the messages - a focus sight word, an upper and\/or lower case letter, a shape, or another concept of study. Once the message has been revealed, have your students identify the word, letter, shape, etc., then record their find on a worksheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen they've completed the activity, uncovering a specified number of messages, invite your kiddos to create their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e secret messages for parents, siblings, classmates, and friends. We're certain your preschoolers will have a blast with this activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more great Valentine's Day crafts for your kiddos, be sure to visit Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137446425,"sku":"A3879","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentine-Secret-Message.jpg?v=1522781890"},{"product_id":"cvc-word-heart-puzzles-a3064","title":"CVC Word Heart Puzzles","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1488\" title=\"CVCHeartPuzzles\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/CVCHeartPuzzles.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.kellyskindergarten.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this fun literacy game from Kelly over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/Monthly%20Centers\/February\/Februaryindex.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKelly's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply print the {FREE} game puzzles onto pink card stock, cut the hearts apart, and invite your kiddos to make the appropriate matches!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGame variations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString a piece of clothesline in the literacy center, clipping one half of the heart puzzles to the line. Invite your students to complete the activity by clipping the rest of the pieces on the clothesline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the free printable to create 3-part matching cards. Print two sets of heart puzzles, leaving one set whole and cutting the second apart. To complete the activity, have students match the pieces to the appropriate heart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a heart puzzle matching book. Paste one half of each heart onto a piece of card stock, slipping the page into a plastic document protector. Add half of a Velcro dot to the front of each plastic sleeve and the other half to the back of the remaining puzzle pieces. Invite your kiddos to complete the activity by matching these pieces to the appropriate page, attaching them to the document sleeves with the Velcro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the free download {and some other fabulous activity ideas}, be sure to visit Kelly's Kindergarten!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137511961,"sku":"A3064","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/CVCHeartPuzzles.jpg?v=1522781891"},{"product_id":"how-many-kisses-valentines-day-math-center-a3880","title":"How Many Kisses? - Valentine's Day Math Center","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1550\" title=\"Hershey-Kiss-Estimation\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hershey-Kiss-Estimation.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a simple, yet fun math center idea for Valentine's Day. Find a large canning jar, decorating the outside with ribbons and other embellishments {optional}, and fill it with Hershey kiss candies. Set the jar in the math station along with a class chart, inviting your kiddos to estimate how many candies are in the jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore turning them loose at the center, be sure to discuss with them what an appropriate guess might be. For instance, they can clearly see that there are more than two candies in the jar so \"2\" wouldn't be a good guess. However, \"2000\" would also be a wild\/bad guess. Perhaps, you might consider filling a smaller jar with candies, telling your students how many Hershey kisses the smaller jar holds in order to help them make an appropriate estimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the holiday week, count the number of candies as a class {perhaps separating the kisses into groups of 5 or 10 to facilitate the process} and award the student with the closest approximation a small gift!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137544729,"sku":"A3880","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hershey-Kiss-Estimation.jpg?v=1522781891"},{"product_id":"find-your-heart-mate-valentines-day-literacy-game-a3881","title":"Find Your Heart-Mate - Valentine's Day Literacy Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1553  \" title=\"Valentines Day ABC Hearts1[3]\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Day-ABC-Hearts13.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Game Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun Valentine's Day game for your kiddos? Try a letter matching game! Download these alphabet heart cards from Carisa over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/1plus1plus1equals1.blogspot.com\/2010\/02\/love-tot-pack.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e1+1+1=1\u003c\/a\u003e, print and laminate two sets, then invite your kiddos to pick one of the heart cards from the Valentine box. At your signal, have your students try to find their 'heart-mate' - the classmate with the matching heart. You'll, of course, need to pick focus letters as 52 cards will probably be too many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGame variations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students match upper and lower case letter hearts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to practice beginning letter sounds by matching picture cards with their proper beginning letter card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate one set of word segment\/chunk cards {-ap, -at, etc.} and one set of word cards {lap, tap, bat, cat, etc.} for students to match - in this case students can have more than one heart-mate!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate rhyming pairs, printing and pasting clip art images of the word pairs onto the hearts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe possibilities are endless! Be sure to visit 1+1+1=1 for the alphabet heart card printables!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137675801,"sku":"A3881","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Day-ABC-Hearts13.jpg?v=1522781892"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-with-the-k-crew-a3066","title":"Valentine's Day with The K-Crew","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5282410554.jpg\" alt=\"Journal' photo (c) 2010, Curt Fleenor - license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n        \u003ca title=\"license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/ - click to view more info about 'Journal' or find free 'journal' pictures via Wylio\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wylio.com\/credits\/flickr\/5282410554\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help you round out your Valentine's Day activities, we visited on of our favorite haunts, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thekcrew.net\/valentines.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe K-Crew\u003c\/a\u003e, to see what \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e were up to! The answer - lots of great stuff! Here's a peek at a few of their February centers...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Journaling Prompts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love incorporating journaling exercises in the kindergarten classroom and were excited to see that the teaching duo over at The K-Crew included some new prompts in their V-Day unit. There are three in total - our favorite has your kiddos creating a secret valentine for one of their classmates. [NOTE: So that \u003cem\u003eevery\u003c\/em\u003e child gets a valentine, be sure to assign names! This could all be part of the 'ceremony' of the activity ~ leave a fun Valentine themed envelope with a classmate's name in it in each student's journal.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScience Center Sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide students with a variety of magazine cutouts, clip art images, etc. and invite students to sort the cards into one of two categories - \"Man-made\" or \"Natural\". If you can, find V-Day themed items like sugar, chocolates, a bow and arrow, flowers, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese activities are just the tip of the iceberg! For other great literature, math, social studies, and art ideas, be sure to visit The K-Crew's website!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137708569,"sku":"A3066","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5282410554.jpg?v=1522781892"},{"product_id":"chocolate-box-patterns-a3882","title":"Chocolate Box Patterns","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1559 \" title=\"Chocolate-Candy-Patterns\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chocolate-Candy-Patterns.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.scholastic.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this cute patterning exercise over at Scholastic! Allie Magnuson, kindergarten teacher and featured writer at Scholastic, wrote a fabulous Valentine's Day lesson plan, with tons of great exercise ideas, so be sure to head over there for the full article. In the meantime, here's one of our favorite math activities Allie so kindly shared...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this exercise because it doesn't take too much prep work, it's perfectly themed for the holiday, and it offers a fun and inventive way to help students build visual discrimination skills as they work to distinguish one pattern from the next. Not working with patterns? Create an upper and lower case letter matching game, paste pictures on the hearts\/candy box and have students work with rhyming pairs, use the candy box sections to designate word families\/chunks and invite students to place the word or picture hearts in the proper place, etc. The possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this exercise and a whole host of other exciting Valentine's Day activities, be sure to read Allie's full article - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blogs.scholastic.com\/classroom_solutions\/2011\/02\/valentines-day-sweets-heartbeats-across-the-curriculum.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eValentine's Day Sweets \u0026amp; Heartbeats Across the Curriculum for Kindergarten and PreK\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137839641,"sku":"A3882","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chocolate-Candy-Patterns.jpg?v=1522781893"},{"product_id":"exercising-for-heart-health-a3067","title":"Exercising for Heart Health","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1502\" title=\"poster-hearthealthy-046\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/poster-hearthealthy-046.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Heart Health Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makeandtakes.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince hearts are the name of the game on Valentine's Day, the holiday creates a unique opportunity to talk with your kinders about heart health. We love this \u003cdel\u003eworkout\u003c\/del\u003e game created by Marie LeBaron of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makeandtakes.com\/heart-healthy-exercise-game\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMake and Takes\u003c\/a\u003e and think it would be a fun way to remind your kiddos that we need to exercise in order keep our hearts healthy, as well as dispel some of the winter \"blahs\" and help your kinders get some of their \"wiggles\" out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply invite a student volunteer to toss a beanbag onto the exercise mat to select an exercise and draw a number card, then do the activity as a class. This could be a great transition activity or a way to \"wake up\" your kinders when they're having a hard time concentrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor directions on making the homemade heart bean bag and suggestions on creating your own exercise game mat, be sure to visit Make and Takes!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137937945,"sku":"A3067","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/poster-hearthealthy-046.jpg?v=1522781893"},{"product_id":"a-candy-shoppe-in-preschool-a3883","title":"A Candy Shoppe in Preschool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/ - click to view more info about 'Box of Chocolates' or find free 'box of chocolates' pictures via Wylio\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wylio.com\/credits\/flickr\/4358643510\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4358643510.jpg\" alt=\"Box of Chocolates' photo (c) 2010, Marit \u0026amp; Toomas Hinnosaar - license: http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpark your kiddos imaginations by transforming your pretend play corner into a candy shoppe this Valentine's Day! As they take orders, create new 'recipes', design fun looking chocolates, and package their creations up to sell ~ your preschoolers will practice a multitude of skills and have a blast! Here's a list of the items to get you started...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay dough in a variety of colors {you might consider making your own so that you can control\/create different shades of brown, pink, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage tubs with lids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDough rollers and cutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrays for displaying candy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall cupcake wrappers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePictures of various chocolates and candies for inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAprons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxes and tissue paper for wrapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandy shoppe labels for packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay telephone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCash register and play money\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can't beat the organic play that will be inspired by these fun props! We wouldn't be surprised if your kiddos will ask to keep the play center up after the holiday has passed!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734138626073,"sku":"A3883","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"conversation-heart-math-activities-a3069","title":"Conversation Heart Math Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1510\" title=\"Conversation-Hearts\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Conversation-Hearts.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: herdingkats.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValentine's Day is right around the corner and if you need any last minute activity ideas, check out these great ideas from Jennifer at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/herdingkats.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/conversation-heart-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHerding Kats in Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. Sorting. Graphing. Counting. Addition. These activities offer tons of great skill practice! Not to mention, Jennifer offers {FREE} printables for each exercise!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eConversation Hearts Sorting.\u003c\/em\u003e Brush up on color words and sorting skills with this fun activity - all you need is a box of conversation hearts and the sorting mat!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eConversation Hearts Graphing.\u003c\/em\u003e The sorting activity is the perfect precursor for this exercise. Simply invite your kiddos to 'transfer' their results to the graph worksheet and use the data to answer the questions!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eConversation Hearts Addition.\u003c\/em\u003e Using the worksheets provided and the candy hearts as counting manipulatives, invite your students to solve each of the problems, writing the answer in the space provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eConversation Hearts Word Problems.\u003c\/em\u003e In their math journals, invite your students to illustrate the word problem in order to solve it (or use their candy heart manipulatives, of course!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: All of these activities work great as centers. Simply laminate the worksheets and have students use the candy heart manipulatives or dry erase markers where needed!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the free downloads and lots of other great resources, be sure to visit Herding Kats in Kindergarten!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734138855449,"sku":"A3069","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Conversation-Hearts.jpg?v=1522781898"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-sorting-letter-word-or-sentence-a3886","title":"Valentine's Day Sorting - Letter, Word, or Sentence","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1575\" title=\"V-Day-Sort\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/V-Day-Sort.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Sorting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.teachingheart.net\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you probably have your plans all set for the holiday, check out this adorable Valentine's Day sorting activity submitted by Debi, kindergarten teacher and creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shallowfordfalls.typepad.com\/dgoodman\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Goodman's Frog Blog\u003c\/a\u003e, to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teachingheart.net\/valentineactivities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeaching Heart\u003c\/a\u003e. We love the conversation hearts theme and the literacy practice (oh, and the fact that there's a FREE printable to go along with the activity!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with a pocket chart or simply use the provided labels as sorting 'mats', inviting your students to determine whether the conversation heart features a letter, a word, or a sentence, placing the card under the proper heading. This is a fabulous way to show your preschoolers how letters are the building blocks of words and words the building blocks of sentences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also have your kiddos use the conversation hearts cards to play a sorting game in small groups. After shuffling the cards and passing an even amount to each player, have students flip their cards over at the same time and race to sort them onto simple columned game mats. The student who does this the quickest (and has them correct), wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this awesome Valentine's Day themed literacy activity download, be sure to visit Teaching Heart! And don't forget to check out Debi's classroom blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734139052057,"sku":"A3886","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/V-Day-Sort.jpg?v=1522781899"},{"product_id":"friend-tree-map-a3155","title":"Friend Tree Map","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2236\" title=\"Friends-Tree-Map\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Friends-Tree-Map.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School and Valentine's Day Friendship Unit and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of the school year is a great time to incorporate a friendship unit. {\u003cem\u003eA sense of community and promoting friendly behavior is important to any successful learning environment.\u003c\/em\u003e} If you're planning such a unit, be sure to check out this fantastic friend tree map from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/what-have-we-been-up-since-my-last-post.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Morrow's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. The activity offers a fun introduction to the unit and facilitates a class discussion of what friends \"like to... , can... , and are... \".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince Mrs. Morrow completed this activity as part of her Valentine's Day activities {another great idea!}, the tree map features heart cutouts displaying the various prompts. As part of your back-to-school plans, you could swap the heart accents for apples or even school buses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity and lots of other great ideas, be sure to visit Mrs. Morrow's Kindergarten.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734154944537,"sku":"A3155","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Friends-Tree-Map.jpg?v=1522781996"},{"product_id":"candy-heart-math-fun-a3215","title":"Candy Heart Math Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2627\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Heart-Measuring.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: momto2poshlildivas.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBern over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.momto2poshlildivas.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-fun-candy-heart-math.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMom to 2 Posh Lil Divas\u003c\/a\u003e shared these super colorful and fun conversation heart math stations that would be just perfect for February and Valentine's Day! Nonstandard units of measure. Estimation. Counting. These are just a few of the skills your kinder will have a chance to practice. While you'll have to visit Bern's blog for the full lesson and activity set-up, here's a sneak peek at our favorite exercises...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConversation Heart Measuring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow awesome is this?! For the activity {pictured above}, Bern used construction paper to create heart cutouts of difference sizes, labeling each one with a different number. After drawing a 'measuring line' on each cutout, she invited her kiddos to measure each heart using the colorful candies and record their answer on a data sheet. A fun way to review measuring with  nonstandard units, counting, and even numeral and\/or color recognition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConversation Heart Estimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimation jars are fun, but we love the hands-on element of this estimation activity. Providing her kiddos with a worksheet featuring hearts of different sizes, she invited them to estimate how many candy hearts it would take to fill the inside of each heart then \u003cem\u003eactually\u003c\/em\u003e fill the images with candies and see how close they were! [We loved the activity so much, we created a free printable handout to go along with it! Click the image below to get your free copy. Of course, you can always make your own too!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"printable\" alt=\"Example candy heart estimation worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Heart-Estimation.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample candy heart estimation worksheet\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the incredible activities Bern shares over at her blog. Be sure to check out Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas for the rest of the lesson plan!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734173949977,"sku":"A3215","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Candy-Heart-Measuring.jpg?v=1522782113"},{"product_id":"conversation-heart-counting-a4030","title":"Conversation Heart Counting","description":"\u003cp\u003eConversation hearts offer a fun and colorful manipulative to use in your February math centers! We found these fun counting activities floating around Pinterest and thought we'd pass them along. We just love the different variations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2744\" alt=\"February and Valentine's Day Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Heart-Counting-1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: greatestresourcechildcare.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.greatestresourcechildcare.com\/FebruaryLessons.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreatest Resource Educational Home Childcare and Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e created heart puzzles with one half of the heart featuring a numeral and the other half featuring hearts for students to count and match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2745 \" alt=\"February and Valentine's Day Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Heart-Counting-2.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: rootsandwingsco.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/rootsandwingsco.blogspot.com\/2010\/08\/preschool-play-or-even-older-kids-foam.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRoots And Wings Co\u003c\/a\u003e simply created numeral headings, inviting her kiddos to count out the correct number of manipulatives and line them up beneath them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2746 \" alt=\"February and Valentine's Day Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Candy-Heart-Counting-3.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: livingmontessorinow.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeb of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/livingmontessorinow.com\/2012\/02\/07\/montessori-inspired-valentine-math-trays-and-valentine-ideas-blog-hop\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLiving Montessori Now\u003c\/a\u003e created two cards; number cards and counting cards. With the number cards in order, students were invited to identify the numeral and count out the correct number of candies to place on the counting card beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't these fun?! We know your preschoolers will have a blast with one {or all!} of these candy heart counting stations this February!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174015513,"sku":"A4030","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Candy-Heart-Counting-1.jpg?v=1522782113"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-literacy-center-driving-over-hearts-a4031","title":"Valentine's Day Literacy Center - Driving Over Hearts","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2750 \" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/driving-over-hearts-cover.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: toddlerapproved.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for practicing sight words, February themed vocabulary, rhyming pairs, word families, and more - this Valentine's Day themed game from Kristina over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toddlerapproved.com\/2013\/01\/driving-over-hearts-simple-rhyming-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToddler Approved\u003c\/a\u003e would make a great addition to your holiday plans\/small group reading center! The exercise is simple; print the focus sight words, word families, etc. onto construction paper heart cutouts. Spread the hearts around the table and have students use toy cars to identify sight words that are called out, all the words belonging to a certain word family, etc. by driving them from cutout to cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKristina has lots of game variations over at Toddler Approved, so be sure to check out the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174146585,"sku":"A4031","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/driving-over-hearts-cover.jpg?v=1522782114"},{"product_id":"diy-february-sight-word-find-a3216","title":"DIY February Sight Word Find","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2635 \" alt=\"Valentine's Day Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valShaker.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sunnydaysinsecondgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a fan of write-the-room, but sometimes it's more conducive to the learning environment to have your kiddos remain in their seats. Check out this DIY sight word shaker created by Denise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunnydaysinsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/february-find-it-shaker.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunny Days in Second Grade\u003c\/a\u003e. It's simple to make and offers the perfect chance for your students to review focus words and develop handwriting skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is super simple; wash out a recycled juice bottle, fill it with dyed rice, and add slips of paper with focus sight\/vocabulary words  printed on them. The idea is, as your students shake the bottle, they'll unearth the word scraps. As they do, invite them to print the words they find on a recording sheet. Your students' goal is to find all the words and fill in all the blanks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDenise's activity is a little different. For her variation of the activity, be sure to visit Sunny Days in Second Grade!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174179353,"sku":"A3216","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valShaker.jpg?v=1522782114"},{"product_id":"conversation-heart-graphing-with-free-printable-a3217","title":"Conversation Heart Graphing - with FREE Printable!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sweet-tarts-graphing-worksheet.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Graphing Worksheet and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theorganizedclassroomblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kindergartners will be delighted to find that this Valentine's Day math activity from Colleen over at The Organized Classroom Blog involves working with candy - and color recognition, sorting, counting, graphing, and analyzing data, of course! Similar to the M\u0026amp;M and jelly bean graphing activities we've featured, your kiddos will have a chance to sort their packets of candies by color then complete the awesome FREE graphing worksheet created by Colleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another worksheet you can use in tandem with Colleen's graphing activity. It's simple but a sorting mat will allow your kinders a chance to get their manipulatives in order before beginning the activity. Scroll down the page and click the 'Add to Cart' button to get the sorting mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sweet-Tarts-Sorting-Mat.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Sorting and Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" class=\"printable\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSweet Tarts Sorting Mat\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the sweet tarts graphing worksheet, be sure to visit The Organized Classroom Blog!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734174244889,"sku":"A3217","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/sweet-tarts-graphing-worksheet.jpg?v=1522782114"},{"product_id":"heart-stack-challenge-a4032","title":"Heart Stack Challenge","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2757   \" alt=\"Valentine's Day Game and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Heart-Stack-Challenge.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: blog.playdrhutch.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReminiscent of a Minute to Win It party game, this activity found over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.playdrhutch.com\/2012\/02\/11\/valentines-party-2012\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePlayDrMom\u003c\/a\u003e is sure to become a fast favorite at your Valentine's Day party! Building both counting and fine motor coordination, students will have a blast as they try to stack as many conversation heart candies as they can. You'll be amazed at how diligently your kiddos will work! And, of course, the easy set-up makes this a brilliant addition to your holiday plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaura shares several other Valentine's Day activities at her blog, so be sure to visit PlayDrMom for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174277657,"sku":"A4032","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Heart-Stack-Challenge.jpg?v=1522782115"},{"product_id":"message-in-a-bottle-valentines-day-literacy-center-a3223","title":"Message in a Bottle - Valentine's Day Literacy Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Valentine's Day Craft for Kids and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Day-Literacy-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: frogsandsnailsandpuppydogtails-jaime.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love these message in a bottle crafts from Jaime over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/frogsandsnailsandpuppydogtails-jaime.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/message-in-bottle-kid-valenitines-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFrogs \u0026amp; Snails \u0026amp; Puppy Dog Tails\u003c\/a\u003e and thought they would make a fun addition to your literacy center this Valentine's Day! There are so many things you could do with them...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReal v. Nonsense Words.\u003c\/em\u003e Fill the bottle with real and nonsense words written on scraps of paper or Valentine's Day themed cutouts. Provided with a sorting mat and recording sheet, invite your students to dump the bottle contents, sort the words into their proper category {real or nonsense}, then write all of the real words on their recording sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eABC Order.\u003c\/em\u003e Add focus\/vocabulary words {written on scraps of paper or themed cutouts to the bottle}, inviting your students to dump the contents of the bottle, put the words in alphabetical order, and show their work on the recording sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCrack the Code.\u003c\/em\u003e Fill each bottle with a different sight word code {check out these two posts \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2977\/literacy-center-activities-fun-with-sight-words\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2316\/a-twist-on-journaling\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Provide your kiddos with a code key and recording sheet, inviting your kiddos to find the message in each bottle, crack the code, and show their work on the recording sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few of the ways you can use these fun message in a bottle crafts from Frogs \u0026amp; Snails \u0026amp; Puppy Dog Tails to spice up your holiday literacy center!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734175555609,"sku":"A3223","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Day-Literacy-Center.jpg?v=1522782123"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-perfume-concoctions-a4038","title":"Valentine's Day Perfume Concoctions","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2794\" alt=\"Valentine's Day Pretend Play Science Center and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Day-Pretend-Play-Science-Center.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: makedoandfriend.com\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun sensory exercise for Valentine's Day? Check out this fun post over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makedoandfriend.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-perfume-concoctions.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMake, Do \u0026amp; Friend\u003c\/a\u003e where Charlotte and her little one used oodles of great ingredients to concoct their own Valentine's Day perfumes! Yes, the pouring, shaking, measuring, sprinkling, and stirring is sure to be a bit messier than your usual sensory play station, but if you have a water table {or even a large underbed storage tub} and some drop cloths, we think this would make a fabulous hands-on holiday science activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplies for your perfume shop...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eRecycled plastic vials, bottles, and jars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipettes or medicine droppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft sticks or coffee stirrer sticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring spoons and cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk rose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssentials oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed food coloring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \"ingredients\" should get your perfume shop started! Of course, you can add other items as you think of them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full activity post, be sure to visit Make, Do \u0026amp; Friend!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734175686681,"sku":"A4038","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Day-Pretend-Play-Science-Center.jpg?v=1522782123"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-hershey-kiss-opinion-writing-graphing-activity-a4465","title":"FREE Valentine's Day Hershey Kiss Opinion Writing \u0026 Graphing Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince you'll likely have candy coming out of your ears this Valentine's Day anyway, we thought it would be the perfect time to do a little candy tasting and opinion writing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, Hershey's has come out with a wide variety of chocolate kiss candies - milk chocolate, dark chocolate, Hugs, almond, caramel, etc. For the purpose of the activity, we suggest selecting three or four different kinds for your kiddos to try as well as scheduling the activity for later in the afternoon (perhaps before recess or dismissal) so that your students aren't bouncing off the walls at nine in the morning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider giving them an organizer that will help them record their thoughts as they try each one - encouraging them to use their five senses to compare the chocolates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce they've tried all of the chocolates, have them determine which is their favorite and why. The graphic organizer (shown above) is a great way to help them organize their thoughts. You might simply have students complete the organizer or take it a step further and have them use the organizer to write a short paragraph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can extend the activity further with a graphing component! Create a simple graph and have students vote for their favorites. Once all votes are in, analyze the data - i.e. which flavor is most preferred, which flavor is least preferred, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Digital Download","offer_id":1734197182489,"sku":"A4465","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Day-Hershey-Kiss-Opinion-Writing-Graphic-Organizer.jpg?v=1569291590"},{"product_id":"our-love-for-learning-grows-grows-valentines-day-bulletin-board-a4475","title":"Our LOVE For Learning Grows \u0026 GROWS! - Valentine's Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Our-Love-For-Learning-Grows-and-Grows-Valentines-Day-Board.jpg\" title=\"Flower Themed Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"Flower Themed Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cute exercise for Valentine's Day, invite your students to reflect on the school year and identify two or three things they've enjoyed learning about. Then, armed with construction paper and markers, have them create (or provide them with templates to create) a flower pot and heart \"flowers\" on which to write their list. Arranged on a simple bulletin board - all you need is background paper, a Valentine's trimmer, and a cutesy title - these crafts make for a fun holiday display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOur LOVE For Learning Grows \u0026amp; GROWS!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Our LOVE For Learning Grows \u0026amp; GROWS!\" - Because this is a Valentine's Day themed board, we thought it was cute to set the word \"LOVE\" apart from the rest and add a heart in place of the \"O\"!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valentine's Day themed trimmer or complimentary colored\/patterned bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your students' crafts! Be sure to have your kiddos write their name on the flower pot and write legibly on the heart \"flowers\"! [NOTE: If using darker colors of construction paper, you may wish to provide pre-cut white heart cutouts that are smaller than the \"flowers\" which can be mounted on the flower hearts to create a layered look and provide a lighter background that writing is sure to show up on!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734197444633,"sku":"A4475","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Our-Love-For-Learning-Grows-and-Grows-Valentines-Day-Board.jpg?v=1522782253"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-craft-and-writing-exercise-with-free-printables-a6930","title":"Valentine's Day Craft and Writing Exercise with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Descriptive Writing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-writing.jpg\" alt=\"Descriptive Writing Assignment for Valentin's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Valentine's Day right around the corner we've been on the hunt for 'heart-themed' ideas you can incorporate into your lesson plans. We ventured onto Jodi's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/fun-in-first.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFun in First\u003c\/a\u003e blog and hit the jackpot! If you're looking for a Valentine-themed craft and writing exercise, look no further!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeart Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a precut construction paper heart and allow them to decorate with a variety of craft supplies (anything from crayons to glitter to feathers to gemstones will do). We like Jodi's idea of completing the craft and writing on separate days to extend the Valentine's Day fun! But you could always complete together if you're running short on time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Heart Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-hearts.jpg\" alt=\"Heart Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescriptive Writing Exercise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk your students to come up with a list of adjectives that descibe their hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"List of Heart Adjectives Exercise\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-adjectives.jpg\" alt=\"Exercise for List of Heart Adjectives\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce their lists are complete, allow them to use the lists as a guide for a descriptive writing assignment where they can tell you all about their wonderful hearts! And don't worry, Jodi was kind enough to provide the writing exercise \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/fun-in-first.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-writing-and-some.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintables\u003c\/a\u003e for FREE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOptional:\u003c\/em\u003e  After the writing assignments are complete, have your students glue their decorated hearts to the top half of a piece of construction paper with their descriptive writing assignments underneath. What a cute Valentine's Day classroom display!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-descriptive-display.jpg\" alt=\"Craft Display for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Fun in First\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204751897,"sku":"A6930","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valentines-descriptive-writing.jpg?v=1522782296"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-math-and-literacy-center-activities-with-free-printables-a6929","title":"Valentine's Day Math and Literacy Center Activities with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Numbers Activity with Be Mine Boxes\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/be-mine-math-boxes.jpg\" alt=\"Numbers Activity for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbby over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-dollar-delights.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Inspired Apple\u003c\/a\u003e featured two really cute Valentine's Day themed center activities based on finds from the dollar store. If you're looking for a way to incorporate a little Valentine's Day magic into your class, you definitely need to check them out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNumbers Activity with Be Mine Boxes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith colorful beads, a few heart-shaped boxes from the dollar store and copies of the free \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-dollar-delights.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintable worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e, you'll have everything you need to set up a Valentine's Day number center (shown above)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrite numbers 1 through 10 on the heart-shaped boxes for students to match to the designated box on the worksheet. Then they can dump out the colorful beads, count how many they have and write the number in the heart in the center of the box. In the four boxes around the heart, have students represent the number they found in 4 different ways. In the example they used base 10, tallies, written out and an addition problem (a subtraction problem would work too), but the student can choose any representation they wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Sealed with a Kiss\" Beginning Blends Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute is the \"Sealed with a Kiss\" title for Valentine's Day?!? With this literacy center activity, students will have a chance to match the provided beginning blends with their corresponding ryhmes. And the best part? Abby has provided the center for you for free, complete with \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/valentines-day-dollar-delights.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintables\u003c\/a\u003e and instructions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Sealed with a Kiss Beginning Blends Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-literacy-exercise.jpg\" alt=\"Beginning Blends Activity for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204784665,"sku":"A6929","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/be-mine-math-boxes.jpg?v=1522782296"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-monsters-writing-activity-with-free-printables-a6940","title":"Valentine's Day Monsters - Writing Activity with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Monsters Writing Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-monster-complete.jpg\" alt=\"Monster Writing Activity for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Valentine's Day right around the corner, we've been searching for simple (and adorable) ideas you can easily incorporate into your lesson plans to add that cute seasonal flair! An idea featured by Rachelle over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/valentines-day-activity-you-will-love.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants\u003c\/a\u003e hit the mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eValentine's Day Monster Writing Activity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachelle kicked off the Valentine's Day writing activity with her kiddos by reading them a story. She suggests either \u003cem\u003eMy Monster Mama Loves Me So\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eLove Monster ((Not So) Scary Monsters)\u003c\/em\u003e. Either would be perfect to get your students geared up for the acitivity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the story is complete, have your students create their own monster with construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Construction Paper Monsters\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-monster.jpg\" alt=\"Construction Paper Monsters for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen have them complete the provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/valentines-day-activity-you-will-love.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eworksheet\u003c\/a\u003e by filling in the blank with a Valentine's Day-themed idea (candy hearts...yum!) and drawing a picture. Finish the activity by attaching the monster to the top of the worksheet and hanging them around your classroom for a super cute Valentine's Day display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMonster Book - Writing Activity Variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA second option provided by Rachelle is to use the completed worksheets to create a Valentine's Day classroom book. With this option, students would draw their monsters directly onto the worksheet rather than creating them from construction paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Monster Book\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-monster-book.jpg\" alt=\"Classroom Monster Book for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRachelle even provides the book cover page you will need to complete the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Monster Book Cover Page\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-love-monster-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Classroom Monster Book Cover Page for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out her \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/valentines-day-activity-you-will-love.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e to get your FREE copy! And make sure to spend some time wandering around when you get there. They have an amazing assortment of ideas waiting for you!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205145113,"sku":"A6940","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valentines-day-monster-complete.jpg?v=1522782299"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-dibels-freebies-a6943","title":"Valentine's Day DIBELS FREEbies!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day DIBELS Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/DIBEL-valentines-freebie.jpg\" alt=\"DIBELS Worksheet for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Simply Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe Valentine's Day is less than two weeks away! Ahhh :) If you're looking for a quick way to incorporate a little Valentine's Day cheer into your class, be sure to check out these DIBELS freebies provided by Jennifer over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.simplykinder.com\/valentines-kinder-dibels-freebies\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSimply Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese worksheets are a perfect way for your kiddos to work on their reading and pronunciation skills. And, if you're so inclined, you could add to the fun by timing the kids as they read to see how far they can get in 1 minute (or whatever time frame you choose). Here's a second example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day DIBELS Nonsense Words Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Nonsense-words-freebies.jpg\" alt=\"Nonsense Words Worksheet for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Simply Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer also provides a few Valentine's Day-themed incentive charts you can use to motivate your students! Be sure to stop by Jennifer's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.simplykinder.com\/valentines-kinder-dibels-freebies\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esite\u003c\/a\u003e today to get your FREE copies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Printable Incentive Chart\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-countdown-freebie.jpg\" alt=\"Printable Incentive Chart for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Simply Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205341721,"sku":"A6943","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/DIBEL-valentines-freebie.jpg?v=1522782299"},{"product_id":"i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art-activity-with-free-printables-a6944","title":"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine - Art Activity with FREE Printables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-complete-1-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Moustache Valentine's Day Activity for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you haven't already jumped on the 'moustache' bandwagon, now's the time! It seems the cute play-on-words moustache theme is popping up everywhere and is exactly why we loved this Valentine's Day idea featured by Abby over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Inspired Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eI Moustache You To Be My Valentine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll want to start by finding a handlebar moustache clip art image online. Then use this image to cut the moustache out of black construction paper and glue it onto a popsicle stick. Next up, take a picture of all your kiddos holding the moustache! Be sure to do this several days in advance so you have time to get the pictures developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Handlebar Moustache Valentine's Picture\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-blurred.jpg\" alt=\"Valentine's Picture with Handlebar Moustache\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith your developed pictures in hand, have your students complete the FREE \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredapple.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/i-moustache-you-to-be-my-valentine-art.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eworksheet\u003c\/a\u003e provided by Abby. This is a great opportunity for your kiddos to work on writing a simple sentence with quotation marks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"I Moustache You To Be My Valentine Free Worksheet\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/moustache-valentine-part1.jpg\" alt=\"Moustache Valentine's Day Printable Worksheet\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: The Inspired Apple\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the worksheets are complete, have your students cut out the pieces from the worksheet and glue them onto a piece of red contruction paper (you could also use pink, white or purple), along with their super cute photos. Abby also added a large heart doily to enhance the Valentine's Day appeal. SUPER cute!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205374489,"sku":"A6944","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/moustache-valentine-complete-1-blurred.jpg?v=1522782299"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-op-art-a6955","title":"Valentine's Day Op-Art","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Op-Art\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-op-art.jpg\" alt=\"Op-Art Assignment for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Teach Kids Art\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValentine's Day is just a few short days away! If you are looking for a last-minute art activity that is sure to please, be sure to check out this amazing Op-Art idea featured by Cheryl over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teachkidsart.net\/valentine-op-art\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Kids Art\u003c\/a\u003e. Even your boys are sure to enjoy the Valentine's Day-themed activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eMaterials You'll Need:\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003edrawing paper\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003epencils\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eblack sharpies (ultra-fine)\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eCompleting the Drawing\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin the drawing, have your students lightly trace their hands on a piece of paper with pencil (light is key here because you will be erasing it later!). Also ask them to lightly draw a heart above the hand and to the right (between their thumb and index finger).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, have the students draw curved lines (arching up) from one side of their hand to the other using their Sharpies. Starting at the wrist will make the process a bit simpler. Have them complete the curved lines running all the way up their wrist to the tips of their fingers. \u003cem\u003eKeep in mind: the closer they draw the lines together and the more curved they make the lines, the better the 3-D effect will be when they are finished!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce their hands are finished, have your students complete the same 'curved-line' process in the heart they drew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, when the curved lines are complete, have your students draw straight lines with their Sharpies across their papers, all the way from the top of the page to the bottom. Whereever possible, make sure the straight lines are connected to the curved lines they already drew (it will be like a continuation of their curved lines across the rest of the page, only straight lines this time!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, have the students go back and erase the pencil outlines for the hand and heart. You could always add a little color to the page as well, but we LOVE the simplicity of the black and white look. I just wish someone had come up with this idea when I was still in school! Sigh... :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are in the hunt for art ideas for your classroom, spend some time looking around \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teachkidsart.net\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeach Kids Art\u003c\/a\u003e. Her collection of ideas is fantastic!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205636633,"sku":"A6955","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valentines-day-op-art.jpg?v=1522782301"},{"product_id":"last-minute-math-ideas-for-valentines-day-a6956","title":"Last Minute Math Ideas for Valentine's Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Dotted Hearts\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-heart-measure.jpg\" alt=\"Dotted Hearts Valentine's Day Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValentine's Day is just a few short days away! Can you believe it? If you are anything like me and are still trying to figure out how to add a little Valentine's Day spirit into your lessons, be sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/valentines-day-stuff-and-goldilocks.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e. Julie put together a bunch of great ideas you could easily incorporate! Here are just a couple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCounting Hearts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-cut hearts from construction paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBingo paint dotters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-cut sentence strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each of your students with a pre-cut heart shape (be sure the hearts are different sizes). Then have your students paint the hearts with Valentine's Day colors (red, pink, white or purple). Julie recommends using bingo-dot painters. So much easier (and less messy) than paint and brushes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the hearts are dry, have your students measure the size of their hearts using cubes. They can then complete the provided sentence with the number of cubes (pre-print the simple sentence \"My heart is ____ cubes wide\" and cut a strip for each student). Add each child's name to their heart and string from your classroom ceiling for a festive Valentine's Day display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Dotted Hearts Ceiling Display\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day-heart-ceiling.jpg\" alt=\"Dotted Hearts Valentine's Day Display\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHeart Addition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Valentine's Day Heart Addition Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/valentines-day0heart-addition.jpg\" alt=\"Addition Practice for Valentine's Day\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a cute way to practice addition skills for Valentine's Day. All you have to do is cut several hearts from construction paper and draw a jagged line down the middle. It might be a good idea to laminate the hearts to withstand the repeated use! Then place a certain number of objects on each side of the heart (make sure the number of objects differs between each heart).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen create a simple worksheet (as shown above) that your kiddos can use to record their findings (you may want to number the hearts to correspond with the worksheet so you can easily check their work). They can fill in each side of the jagged heart with the number of objects displayed and then add the numbers together. Easy peasy! And what a great way to practice simple addition skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ccenter\u003eBe sure to stop by \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2011\/02\/valentines-day-stuff-and-goldilocks.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e to check out the rest of her super cute Valentine's Day ideas!\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734205702169,"sku":"A6956","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/valentines-day-heart-measure.jpg?v=1522782302"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/sweet-tarts-graphing-worksheet.jpg?v=1530027939","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/valentines-day-lesson-plans\/topic-simple-sentences.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}