{"title":"Winter Lesson Plans","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"100th-day-estimation-4-fun-math-activities-a4463","title":"100th Day Estimation - 4 Fun Math Activities!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Estimation Activities\" alt=\"100th Day Estimation Activities\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-Day-M\u0026amp;M-Estimation-Math-Activity.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort on time, but looking for some fun centers for your 100th day celebration? Try out one or more of these candy math activities! They'll have your kiddos using their estimation skills in order to win some sweet prizes...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Bag Has 100 M\u0026amp;Ms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\u003cem\u003eAbove left\u003c\/em\u003e] To set up the activity, fill three clear resealable bags with different amounts of M\u0026amp;Ms - making sure one has precicely 100 candies inside. Label the bags one through three, set them out (each with a small basket for voting), then provide students with a voting slip for each bag. First, have students identify and vote for the bag they think contains 100 candies, then invite them to estimate how many M\u0026amp;Ms are in the remaining two bags. For those students who correctly guessed which bag contains 100 candies - stick their voting slips in a bag, mix them up, and select one of the slips. This student gets to take the bag of M\u0026amp;Ms home! For the other two bags, award the bags of candies to the student with the closest guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich \"100\" is 100 Mini M\u0026amp;Ms Long?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse colorful butcher paper to create cutouts of the numeral, 100, in various sizes. Label the cutouts one through three then, drawing on their non-standard unit measuring skills, have students estimate and vote for which numeral cutout they think is 100 mini M\u0026amp;M candies long. For those students that guess correctly, place their voting slips in a bag, mix them up, and pull out a slip. This students gets to take a bag of 100 mini M\u0026amp;Ms home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Cirlce Has an Area of 100 Mini M\u0026amp;Ms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDraw (or print) three circles of various sizes onto colored paper - making sure that one of the circles has an area of 100 mini M\u0026amp;Ms. Label the circles one through three then have students estimate and vote for the circle they think has an area of 100 mini M\u0026amp;M candies and, like the previous activities, select a winner from the students who guessed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Bag Has a Weight Equal to 100 M\u0026amp;Ms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\u003cem\u003eAbove right\u003c\/em\u003e] To set up the activity, fill three brown lunch sacks with different amounts of M\u0026amp;M candies - making sure that one contains precisely 100 M\u0026amp;Ms. Label the bags one through three, set them out (each with a small basket for voting), then provide students with voting slips. Based on weight, invite students to identify which bag they think contains 100 candies and make a guess as to how many candies are in the other two bags. Again, as with the previous activities, award the bag of 100 candies by drawing a voting slip from the pile of those who guessed correctly and the other two bags to the students with the closest guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe created some voting slips to go along with these fun activities;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"100th Day Estimation Activity Voting Slip Printable\" alt=\"100th Day Estimation Activity Voting Slip Printable\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/100th-Day-M\u0026amp;M-Estimation-Math-Activity-Voting-Slips.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slip on the left goes well with the quantity and weight exercises, and the slip on the right goes well with the measuring and area activities!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1721312870425,"sku":"A4463","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/100th-Day-M_M-Estimation-Math-Activity.jpg?v=1522258123"},{"product_id":"the-anticipation-of-spring-a1840","title":"The Anticipation Of Spring","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this February and proclaimed six more weeks of winter, most teachers groaned. Blustery winter \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-331-weather.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eweather\u003c\/a\u003e and monotonous days cooped up in the classroom have the potential to spark cabin fever, riddling even the most well behaved classes with restless boredom and incidents of behavioral misconduct. As a teacher, it is your job to channel this anticipation and pent-up energy into something constructive. A positive exercise to keep students engaged during the long winter months is to discuss and observe the signs proving that spring is indeed on its way. Shannon C'de Baca, educator and creator of “HotChalk Science”, has compiled a detailed resource to accomplish just that!\n\nBy observing and recording animal patterns, experts have learned a lot about the transition of winter to spring. C’de Baca suggests using the resources from Journey North which, through the use of frogs, earthworms, birds, etc. as examples, teaches students how to make their own observations and records about migration patterns and annual cycles. Additionally, the website allows students to submit their data, connecting their own observations with those of other students’ around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to read C’de Baca’s full article to discover more signs of spring and dynamic ways to incorporate their study into your lessons. While it’s certainly not here, the proof that spring is on its way can be found all around us. You just have to look!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hotchalk.com\/mydesk\/index.php\/editorial\/143-experts-corner\/884-signs-of-spring#\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSigns of Spring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-276-classroom-rugs-classroom-carpets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducational area rugs\u003c\/a\u003e are ideal for circle time and classroom activities.  We have a great variety on our shopping site!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734074564633,"sku":"A1840","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"the-science-of-birds-a1911","title":"The Science of Birds","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelissa, Chasing Cheerios blog creator, mother, and part-time school psychologist, provides wonderful ideas for crafts, activities, and learning methods for preschoolers. She has created this comprehensive science shelf that will be sure to spark the excitement of your own preschoolers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a mom attempting to homeschool, Melissa shares her opinion on some curricula and supplemental books. Based on experience and ease of use, she highly recommends Peggy Ashbrook's book \"Science is Simple: Over 250 Activities for Preschoolers\". This resource directs parents and teachers alike how to tailor challenging \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-78-science.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003escience lessons\u003c\/a\u003e to younger classrooms. One valuable way to get preschoolers interested in science is to set up science tables for them to explore at their own or a directed pace.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nIn her post, Melissa describes a science station she set up for learning about winter birds. Here are a few of the important items:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the sensory table, she suggests using birdseed, providing several scoops and measuring cups, and letting children explore the feel and texture of what birds eat. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinoculars, real or crafted during art, allow children to view birds up close and pretend they're on a real bird watch. Playing bird songs in the background is a great supplement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking a class bird feeder from a pine cone, peanut butter, and birdseed allows for some messy fun and provides an opportunity for children to view birds (i.e. sizes, types, etc.) through the classroom window when they come to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirdseed art projects, building nests, and exploring textures through rubbing plates are always a hit during craft time.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/chasingcheerios.blogspot.com\/2010\/03\/winter-birds-science-shelf.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChasing Cheerios: Winter Birds Science Shelf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734076989465,"sku":"A1911","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"hand-print-calendar-january-a3719","title":"Hand Print Calendar: January","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg\" alt=\"handprint snowman and poem calendar page\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJanuary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanuary rings in the new year with snow and chilly temperatures, so what better to decorate the month with than a snowman! Your students will love using their hands to \"build\" one of these winter characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003econstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-2816-assorted-buttons-16-oz-in-plastic-bucket.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric scraps (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/January.jpg\" alt=\"january calendar page featuring a snowman\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students paint the palm of their hand with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8269-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite craft paint\u003c\/a\u003e, place it on the right side of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7175-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-blue.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eblue construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e, and press firmly. This will create part of the snowman body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1251.jpg\" alt=\"Step 1\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-285\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave them wipe the excess paint off their palm then cover it again, this time covering a smaller portion. Invite them to press the painted part of their palm just above the previous print to create a head. Have students create the third part of the snowman using a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-93-kids-paint-brushes-painting-accessories.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaintbrush\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8639-artista-ii0174-liquid-tempera-paint-16-oz-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ewhite paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: They may only be able to make a partial circle underneath their prints depending on how much room there is.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1264.jpg\" alt=\"Step 2\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the snowman has dried, provide students with black, orange, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8260-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-brown.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebrown tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e for detailing. Invite them to create a black top hat, black \"coal\" eyes and mouth, an orange carrot nose, and brown branches for arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1265.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students select three buttons to glue onto the snowman body. Then have students secure a fabric scrap around the snowman's neck as a scarf or provide them with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8264-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-red.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ered kids paint\u003c\/a\u003e to draw and paint one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1273.jpg\" alt=\"Step 4\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Snowman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI made a great tall snowman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith two huge coal black eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd just to reach around his neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTook two of Daddy's ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI put a hat of Mother's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon his rounded head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd then I ran and left him\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd hurried off to bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen I awoke next morning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImagine my surprise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy snowman had run away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd left his hat, ties, and eyes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse word processing software to type out the poem, put a border around it, then print it onto \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8591-array0174-card-stock-white-100-sheets.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecard stock\u003c\/a\u003e for your students. When their snowmen have dried fully, have your preschoolers mount the poem onto the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-5999-sunworks0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-white.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epaper\u003c\/a\u003e. This makes a great project for a snowy day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097338393,"sku":"A3719","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/January-Calendar-Shot-e1291065682527.jpg?v=1522781654"},{"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":"hand-print-calendar-december-a3730","title":"Hand Print Calendar: December","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg\" alt=\"homemade December calendar with hand print Christmas tree and holiday poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDecember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of us know what special holiday December brings around - Christmas! Many characters and traditions surround the festivities - Santa, reindeer, elves, trees, among many others - so we though it'd be fitting to \"spruce up\" your December calendar page with a decorated tree!\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\/p-8267-crayola0174-washable-paint-gallon-green.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGreen tempera paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-7192-tru-ray0174-construction-paper-9-x-12-yellow.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eyellow construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-56-craft-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft materials\u003c\/a\u003e and embellishments (sequins, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-367-glitter.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-102-markers.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWashable school glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Make A Hand Print Christmas Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/December.jpg\" alt=\"hand print Christmas tree and holiday poem\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp students paint their \u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e hand with green \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-69-paint.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ekids paint\u003c\/a\u003e. [NOTE: The picture on the left shows a hand partially covered. This is best if an adult is making the craft, but children can certainly use their full hand print.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1254.jpg\" alt=\"hand painted with green craft paint\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting at the bottom of the paper (palm at the edge and fingers pointed upward), have students gently press their hand to the paper, creating a print. Remind them to keep their fingers spread slightly as they make the print. Invite students to reapply the paint and make a second row of prints just above the first and fanned out slightly. [NOTE: The palm of the second prints will overlap the fingers of the first print.] Continue until a second and third row have been created. Flip the paper 180-degrees and you should have a triangular \"tree\" shape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1313.jpg\" alt=\"unfinished hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the paint has dried, arm your students with glue, craft embellishments, and markers, as well as a star made from yellow construction paper, and invite them to decorate their Christmas tree!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1318.jpg\" alt=\"decorated hand print Christmas tree\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Santa Claus Comes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good time is coming,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI wish it were here,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe very best time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the whole of the year;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm counting each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn my fingers and thumbs-\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weeks that must pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen when the first snowflakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin to come down,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the wind whistles sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the branches are blown,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll not mind the cold,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThough my fingers it numbs,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor it brings the time nearer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen Santa Claus comes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Calendar Wrap Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assemble your hand print calendar, you'll need a blank calendar page for each month, a cover page, glue, a hole punch, and some binder rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing by gluing the blank calendar pages in their proper place. This can be a bit tricky - they're going to be adhered to the back of the next month's art work - so before doing anything permanent, make sure that all the artwork is displayed the correct way when flipping the calendar pages. December is the only month that will need a separate piece of construction paper. Have students use markers to add important dates to the calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hand-Print-Calendar-Cover-Page.jpg\" alt=\"cover page for hand print calendar craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach a cover page and a picture of the student (if desired), as well as a fingerprint poem (also optional). There are several cute ones that can be found on the internet with a little searching!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly - double checking that all the pages are in order and arranged correctly - punch three or four holes along the top edge of the calendar and slip binder rings through them. You might also consider punching one hole at the bottom of each calendar page (in the middle) so that it can be hung up at home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParents will LOVE getting this homemade gift for Christmas - it makes a great keepsake too!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734099959833,"sku":"A3730","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/December-Calendar-Shot-e1292529113504.jpg?v=1522781670"},{"product_id":"the-science-of-snow-a2910","title":"The Science of Snow","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2322517542.jpg\" alt=\"STOP Snowing!\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for John Talbot\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/20683202@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJohn Talbot\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'STOP Snowing!'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/20683202@N00\/2322517542\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the seasons change, use the cold weather to your advantage by introducing your kindergartners to the science of snow! Here are several lesson ideas to use this winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring Snowfall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you live in a state that gets a lot of snow (and snowstorms!), keep tabs on the weather so that you can take advantage of this great science and math activity when the next storm hits (that is, if it doesn't cause a snow day!). Here's the idea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisit Weather.com or your local news station's website for the snow forecast to find out how much snowfall is expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave students make predictions on whether the actual amount of snow will be the same, more, or less than the amount forecasted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a classroom tally of student predictions. Discuss how simple, columned charts make it easy to organize data for further use. Invite students to compare the tallies in each column using terms like most, least, more than, less than, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with a container to place in a secure location outside for collecting and measuring the amount of snowfall. [NOTE: Make sure the container has a flat bottom.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter the storm, bring the container inside and measure the results, comparing it to both the forecast and predictions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an extension (and more science fun), let the collected snow melt and measure the amount of liquid left. Is it more or less than the snow in its solid form? Discuss with your students the basics of the water cycle and how snow is created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun with Snow Crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaze your kindergartners with an up close look at snow crystals!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePreparation for the activity\u003c\/em\u003e. Begin by explaining that snow is actually made up of billions (and actually many many more!) of tiny crystals. Search online for pictures of magnified snowflakes, creating a slideshow of the different shapes and structures to show your students what to expect during the activity. Then, arming your students with magnifying glasses, practice proper viewing technique on small classroom objects. While they may have used one before, don't take for granted that your students will actually know how to hold it and manipulate the size of the object being viewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow crystal activity. Place a stack of black construction paper into the freezer, keeping the paper there until it begins to snow and you're ready to go outside. The cold paper will \"preserve\" the snow crystals long enough for students to investigate (i.e. the flakes won't melt as fast on the chilly surface). Once outside, invite students to catch snowflakes on the black paper and use their magnifying glasses to view the crystals noting any patterns, symmetry, and structural components (as much as they can!). Your kindergartners will be amazed at this wonder of nature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile winter can seem to drag on and on, take advantage of the many math and science learning opportunities the cold weather brings!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734100647961,"sku":"A2910","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2322517542.jpg?v=1522781674"},{"product_id":"how-animals-prepare-for-the-winter-a2911","title":"How Animals Prepare for the Winter","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4405088770.jpg\" alt=\"Deperessed and posing bear\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2010 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Tambako The Jaguar\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/8070463@N03\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTambako The Jaguar\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Deperessed and posing bear'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/8070463@N03\/4405088770\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilla, a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.brighthub.com\/education\/k-12\/articles\/9203.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBright Hub\u003c\/a\u003e lesson plan contributor, has written a wonderful lesson for teaching your kindergartners about animals and their special abilities for preparing for the winter and taking care of themselves. You'll discuss various concepts like hibernation, food storage, growing thicker fur, etc., building vocabulary and problem solving skills in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesson Introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilla suggests reading Carls R. Sams II and Jean Stoick's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStranger in the Woods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e as an introduction to the lesson. The book contains pictures of real animals in their winter habitat. You might also consider searching online for pictures of animals, then creating a slide show for your students to view and discuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the concept of hibernation and brainstorm other ways in which animals prepare for the cold winter months (i.e. birds migrate to warmer climates, bears and other mammals adapt by growing thicker fur, etc.). Keep a list of each child's contribution to the discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibernation Station\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, Willa suggests reading Denise Fleming's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime to Sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and gathering materials for your students to make their own hibernation diorama. Consider also an exercise in pretend play. Ask your students to brainstorm items that \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e would need to build a cozy den if they were to hibernate. Collect blankets, pillows, cushions, and all the fixings for a kid-friendly \"hibernation station\", turn the lights down low, and have a fun snack while Fleming's or another recommended story:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWake Me in Spring\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by James Preller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnimals Prepare for Winter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Elaine Pascoe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSleepy Bear\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Lydia Dadcovich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSleepy Bears\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Mem Fox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Animals' Winter Sleep\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Lynda Graham-Barber and Nancy Carol Willis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibernation Math \u0026amp; Science\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a bar graph of days in hibernation to find out which animal hibernates the longest? Shortest?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare an animal's heart rate while hibernating to its normal heart rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice counting with teddy grahams and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lilteacher.com\/hibernation.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecave counting mats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lilteacher.com\/hibernation.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebear hibernation experiment\u003c\/a\u003e (a folded newspaper bear cutout will unfold when placed in warm water just like bears \"wake up\" when warmer weather comes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more lesson ideas, be sure to visit Willa's full post at BrightHub!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101041177,"sku":"A2911","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4405088770.jpg?v=1522781676"},{"product_id":"winter-with-the-k-crew-a2912","title":"Winter with the K-Crew","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2177980496.jpg\" alt=\"Winter dreams\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2008 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for James Jordan\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/69826987@N00\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJames Jordan\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'Winter dreams'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/69826987@N00\/2177980496\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerusing for winter ideas, we came across \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thekcrew.net\/winter.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe K-Crew's website\u003c\/a\u003e - a fantastic resource for kindergarten teachers created by (in their own words) two \u003cem\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e teachers who teach \u003cem\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e students in \u003cem\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e classrooms! We decided to check out their winter thematic unit and there were so many great ideas we just had to share!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMath \u0026amp; Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with Static Electricity. Ever notice the boom in static electricity during the winter? The K-Crew set up a \"Static Magic\" station where students explored this very concept using felt, balloons, confetti, and other interesting materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphing. Ask your students a simple yes\/no question (i.e. \"Have you ever thrown a snowball?\", \"Have you ever caught a snowflake on your tongue?\", etc.) or provide them with a multiple choice question (i.e. \"My favorite winter activity is...A.) Sledding, B.) Ice skating, or C.) Building a snowman.\") and graph the results. Discuss concepts like \"more than\", \"less than\", \"most\", \"least\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimation. At the beginning of each winter month, place a jar of winter-themed counters at the front of the room (i.e. marshmallows, candy canes, etc.) and accept student estimation submissions. As a class, count the number of objects in the jar and compare it to the predictions. Create a chart or graph showing the number of student guesses within +\/-20, +\/-10, etc. of the actual number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther ideas including growing snowflakes, discovering states of matter and density with ice cubes and oil, and learning the importance of warm clothing in the winter. Check out the full post for more information and instructions to these cool projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter Journaling. Invite students to prepare and decorate a winter journal - from scratch or using small store-bought notebooks - then take a look at the great writing prompts and journal activities at The K-Crew's website! You're sure to boost their writing confidence and journal entries make great opening, transition, or ending activities!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead, Read, Read! The K-Crew duo provides an excellent list of children's literature as well as appropriate lessons and discussions for each selection at their site including \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootprints in the Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Cynthia Benjamin, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere Comes Winter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Janet Craig, and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Favorite Time of Year\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eby Susan Pearson among many others!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Stations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K-Crew offers many learning stations throughout the winter unit targeting different skill sets like fine motor, art, writing, etc. Here are a few highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing mittens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuffy snow painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScribble art (they have two incredible resource books for this type of activity!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the list goes on and on! The K-Crew really knows how to put a thematic unit together so be sure to check out their site and all their wonderful early childhood resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101172249,"sku":"A2912","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2177980496.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"fun-snow-themed-activities-a3734","title":"Fun Snow-Themed Activities","description":"\u003cfigure\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4220305913.jpg\" alt=\"West Virginia Gristmill Waterfall Winter Snow\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\n\t\tphoto © 2009 \n        \u003ca title=\"click to visit the Flickr profile page for Forest Wander\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/10922353@N03\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eForest Wander\u003c\/a\u003e | \n        \u003ca title=\"get more information about the photo 'West Virginia Gristmill Waterfall Winter Snow'\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/10922353@N03\/4220305913\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emore info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t(via: \u003ca title=\"free pictures\" href=\"http:\/\/wylio.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWylio\u003c\/a\u003e)\n\t\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe - especially after the holidays have come and gone - that there are \u003cem\u003ethree\u003c\/em\u003e more months of winter! For many teachers, the very thought of twelve more weeks being cooped up in the classroom can cause restlessness (and a slight panic, if the truth be told!). The creators of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectlypreschool.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePerfectly Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e recommend taking advantage of the winter months for some seasonally appropriate lessons and here are a few of their snow-themed suggestions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMath \u0026amp; Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild Snow People. This activity will help your preschoolers strengthen shape recognition and following directions. Perfectly Preschool suggests cutting shapes from felt and having teams of students work together to construct the snow person. You might also consider using the adorable build your own snowman printables from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/familyfun.go.com\/printables\/build-your-own-snowman-snowman-scene-703984\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFamilyFun\u003c\/a\u003e or, add in some dice rolling, counting, and number recognition fun with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.littlegiraffes.com\/winter.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Giraffes Teaching Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e roll-a-snowman activity!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowman Size Sequencing. Provide students with snowman cutouts of different sizes and invite them to order them smallest to largest, largest to smallest, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the Snowfall. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2910\/the-science-of-snow\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThis Science of Snow activity\u003c\/a\u003e should still fit the skill and age level of your preschoolers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamine Ice Crystals. Perfectly Preschool recommends creating your own ice crystals with a blender and viewing them inside the classroom. You might also consider doing an outside activity like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/2910\/the-science-of-snow\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ethis one\u003c\/a\u003e. Again, the lesson (if tailored just a bit) will certainly be age appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider using the size sequencing snowman cutouts (used in the math activity above) to create an interactive emergent reader.\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-445\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Sizes-Interactive-Emergent-Reader1.jpg\" alt=\"example snowman themed interactive emergent reader book about sizes\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eOther pages might include: \"This snowman is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003esmaller than\u003c\/span\u003e this snowman.\", \"This snowman is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003elarger than\u003c\/span\u003e this snowman.\", etc. If you don't feel like making your own, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/SnowSnowmanEmergentReaders.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e has several snow\/snowman themed emergent reader books to print and color too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign snowman alphabet cards (both upper and lowercase letters) and play a game of memory or matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuggested Children's Literature Selections\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHello, Snow!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Hope Vestergaard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmmett's Snowball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Ned Miller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Noses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Jan Carr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Lucille Colandro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Emily Arnold McCully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnowballs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Lois Ehlert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Raymond Briggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Friendly Snowman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Sharon Gordon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few activities to get you started, but be sure to check out Perfectly Preschool's full \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectlypreschool.com\/Preschool-Lesson-Plans\/Snow\/index.php\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esnow lesson plan\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as The Virtual Vine's \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thevirtualvine.com\/snowman.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esnowman unit\u003c\/a\u003e for more reading selections, fingerplays, songs, crafts, and activities for your preschool snow unit!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101205017,"sku":"A3734","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4220305913.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"the-mitten-by-jan-brett-a3735","title":"The Mitten by Jan Brett","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-452 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/mitten_anniversary_jacket_300.jpg\" alt=\"Jan Brett's The Mitten book cover\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: janbrett.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat would winter be without warm, cozy mittens? In her distinct style, renowned children's author \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/janbrett.com\/bookstores\/mitten_book.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eJan Brett\u003c\/a\u003e has created a wonderful winter story about a lost mitten and the woodland creatures who find it called, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mitten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - a book which Teachers.net lesson plan contributor Janet Lowe thinks makes the basis of a great winter lesson for your preschoolers and kindergartners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by reading the story to your students. Invite them to listen carefully, taking note of each of the woodland creatures who finds (and wiggles into!) Nikki's lost mitten. At the story's conclusion, test your students' listening skills by completing a sequencing activity where students are provided with mitten and animal cutouts then asked to place the creatures inside the mitten in the correct order. Jan Brett offers delightful \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/janbrett.com\/put_the_animals_in_the_mitten.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eprintables\u003c\/a\u003e for this activity on her website that you can print and distribute or you could have students draw their own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-451\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Mitten-Flash-Cards.jpg\" alt=\"example animal flash cards for Jan Brett's The Mitten\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eArtwork Source: Jan Brett\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also consider using Brett's printables to create flash cards (like the ones shown at the right) where students can trace the animal names for letter and pre-writing practice as well as use the cards for ordering practice (alphabetical) and even memory\/matching games! The possibilities are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractice with Adjectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowe also suggests providing students with a mitten cutout to decorate with craft supplies from around the classroom (i.e. yarn, pom pons, etc.) with the phrase \"My mitten is ____________.\" at the bottom, inviting students to brainstorm describing words. Once again, you can use one of Brett's printables and word processing software to create and print a project worksheet onto sturdy card stock (that will stand up to the demands of decorating!). Below is an example of a worksheet adapted using Jan Brett's artwork:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-454 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/My-mitten-is...craft_.jpg\" alt=\"example mitten craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: janbrett.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePretend Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo reinforce the concept of sequencing, it might also be fun to have your students take turns dressing up as the characters in the book - Nikki and all the animals - and act out the story while it's being read. 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Embark on your own virtual \"Around the World\" journey inspired by Michelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/michellescharmworld.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/join-us-on-virtual-vacation-around.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMichelles Charm World\u003c\/a\u003e! Through guidebooks, websites, travel books, and more, your kiddos will be able to visit all \u003cem\u003esorts\u003c\/em\u003e of cool places of your choosing. Spend a week on safari in the Serengeti. Enjoy 'canoeing' the rivers and traipsing through the jungles of the Amazon. Study the Great Wall of China, Stonehenge, the Parthenon, the Pyramids, you name it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make the vacation feel real, create...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn itinerary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassports and stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTickets to\/from your destinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuggage tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you \"visit\" each location think about...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulture {food, clothing, homes, customs, religions, music\/instruments, art, etc. of the native inhabitants}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimals and plants found in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous landmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...incorporating these elements into your research and learning. You also might consider a bit of pretend play. For instance, while visiting Paris, create a small cafe where your kiddos can pretend to eat beignets and drink \"cafe\" while watching the pedestrians on the busy thoroughfare. In Athens, \"hike\" to the Acropolis and use colored pencils {or another art medium} to sketch the Parthenon. And, as with any trip, don't forget the maps!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncorporating an \"Around the World\" vacation will make this a summer your kiddos will never forget! 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It's simple really - all you need is a tree for observation, graphic art tools, and your eager little scientists\/observers! 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You can discuss with your kiddos how bears {and lots of other animals} use the warmer months to prepare for the long winter season by storing food {for those animals that do not hibernate}, eating more food to build fat stores\/warmth {for those animals that DO hibernate}, building warm\/secure homes, etc. Charge your students with the task of making observations whenever they're outside, reporting to the class any winter preparations\/changes they see...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Yesterday, my dad and I saw lots of geese flying south.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"At the park, I saw a squirrel with an acorn.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"My dog's coat is getting thicker.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also found this fun hibernation lesson at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/puppylovepreschool.blogspot.com\/2010\/01\/preschool-hibernation-nature-theme-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePuppy Love Preschool\u003c\/a\u003e that your students are sure to love. It includes lots of great literature, creating a fun cave for you and your students, making bear habitats from recycled materials, a cutesy song, and an outdoor adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to head on over to Puppy Love Preschool for more details - and to find out the difference between \u003cem\u003ehibernation\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003etorpor\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734127452185,"sku":"A3834","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hibernation.jpg?v=1522781830"},{"product_id":"christmas-action-cards-a3035","title":"Christmas Action Cards","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1334\" title=\"action card2\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/action-card2.jpg\" alt=\"Gross Motor Christmas Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.oopseydaisyblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Christmas holiday approaches and your kiddos get a little antsy, help them get their \"wiggles out\" with these fun action cards from Alison at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopseydaisyblog.com\/2010\/12\/book-advent-day-20-christmas-action.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e! They'll have your little ones 'twisting like candy canes', 'chuckling like Santa Claus', and pretending to 'twinkle like stars'! Once you've gotten through all the cards, invite your students to volunteer their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e Christmas actions. 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While your kinders might not know exactly how to spell each of the words, it's a great exercise and a fabulous vocabulary booster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Writing Prompt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to think of five things that go with winter - drawing and labeling them as best as they can. Create a worksheet to go along with this prompt or simply have your kinders complete the exercise in their journal. After completion, compile a list of all the winter words your students came up with, writing them on a snowflake or snowman cutout to display during the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132432921,"sku":"A3036","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Winter-Writing-Prompt.jpg?v=1522781860"},{"product_id":"snowman-counting-file-folder-game-a3858","title":"Snowman Counting File Folder Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1437\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-File-Folder-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: jennwa.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the winter season, Jennifer of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2009\/01\/snowman-number-identification-game.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman\u003c\/a\u003e put together a fabulous snowman matching game that will help your kiddos build numeral recognition and strengthen counting skills.\n\n\u003cem\u003eTo assemble the file folder game...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a black and white clip art snowman online. There's a cute snowman paper doll over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/daniellesplace.com\/html\/paper_dolls.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDanielle's Place\u003c\/a\u003e, complete with top hat and knit cap cutouts. Additionally, the snowman doesn't have any buttons so you can draw as many as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1435\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint and cut out 12 snowmen, adding a different number of \"buttons\" to the front of each cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1436\" title=\"Snowman-Counting-Game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/photo-3.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSnowman template from daniellesplace.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint 12 hats onto colored paper, adding a different numeral to each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminate all game pieces, attaching the snowmen cutouts to the file folder and placing the hats in an envelope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is really quite simple - invite your kiddos to count the number of buttons on each snowman, identifying the matching numeral on the hat cutouts available, and place the hats on the snowmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this fabulous winter game and many other early childhood activity ideas, be sure to head over to Ramblings of a Crazy Woman!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132858905,"sku":"A3858","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Counting-FileFolderGame.jpg?v=1522781862"},{"product_id":"rhyming-snowballs-a3038","title":"Rhyming Snowballs","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rhyming-Snowballs.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Literacy Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" title=\"Rhyming-Snowballs\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1347\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOh, what fun it is to...\u003c\/em\u003ebring winter indoors! The time is coming when outdoor play may not be an option, so bring some of the fun inside with this adorable activity from Amber Osterman of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsosterman.blogspot.com\/2011\/10\/falling-for-rhyming-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKindergarten Rocks\u003c\/a\u003e! Think of an indoor snow ball fight...but a toned down version, of course!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembling the activity...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrunch white computer paper into a loose ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrainstorm a list of rhyming pairs {i.e. pail\/sail, vest\/nest, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind and print thumbnail pictures of each item on the list\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape an image to each paper ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Rhyming-Snowballs-1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Literacy Rhyming Words Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" title=\"Rhyming-Snowballs-1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1348\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsosterman.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow you're ready to play! Simply toss the newly created \"snowballs\" into the air and set your kiddos loose, instructing them to pick up a snowball and find the classmate who holds the other part of the rhyming pair displayed. This game can be played over and over...we guarantee your students will love it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132826137,"sku":"A3038","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Rhyming-Snowballs.jpg?v=1522781862"},{"product_id":"elves-needed-apply-here-a3039","title":"Elves Needed - Apply Here!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1353\" title=\"Elf-Application\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Elf-Application.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adorable Christmas writing activity comes from Mrs. Carroll of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/christmas-catch-up-happy-new-year.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e - we're certain your kiddos will love it! Start by sharing Stephen Krensky's creative Christmas tale, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow Santa Got His Job\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a story that follows a young Santa on his quest for the perfect job. He answers lots of classified ads, but doesn't find the right fit until he meets a group of friendly elves who have an idea of how to use his special talents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like Santa in the story and adults in the workplace, have your students fill out a job application - to be part of Santa's team of elves! Mrs. Carroll provides an adorable application printable at her blog inviting students to answer important \"elf\" questions...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever played with toys?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo you like toys?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre you naughty or nice?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd many more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kiddos sign their finished applications and add their thumbprints at the bottom {for background checks, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further practice, provide students with an envelope to address:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRE: Job Applications Processing\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e Santa Claus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e 1 Reindeer Lane\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e North Pole, 99705\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a return address, a fun Christmas sticker \"stamp\", and seal the envelopes to send to the North Pole!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head over to The First Grade Parade to download and print applications for your kiddos! And take time to browse - there are tons of great ideas to use this holiday season!!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734132989977,"sku":"A3039","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Elf-Application.jpg?v=1522781863"},{"product_id":"hot-chocolate-math-a3040","title":"Hot Chocolate Math","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1359\" title=\"Hot-Chocolate-Math\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hot-Chocolate-Math.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Addition Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love math activities that use unique manipulatives! Here's an adorable hot chocolate themed exercise from Mrs. Wood over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/hot-chocolate-math.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Wood's Dual Language Kindergarten Class\u003c\/a\u003e that will have your kiddos working with mini marshmallows!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave students create story mats using construction paper or, if using this as a center activity, create reusable mats like the example below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1357 \" title=\"Hot-Chocolate-Addition\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Hot-Chocolate-Addition.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Addition Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eExample reusable story mat*\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply laminate the number of mats needed for the center and set them out with dry erase markers and paper towels. As students roll their die and count out the appropriate number of mini marshmallows for each mug, they can fill in the addition problem at the bottom of the mat with the dry erase marker. Once correctly completed, the numbers can be erased and the process starts all over again. When their time at the center is up, have your kiddos place all the marshmallow manipulatives back in the bin and clean off the story mats for the next group of students to use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you wish for your kiddos to create their own story mats, be sure to check out Mrs. Wood's blog for examples!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*NOTE: The reusable story mat design comes directly from the brilliant mind of Mrs. Wood @ woodkinderclass.blogspot.com.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133121049,"sku":"A3040","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Hot-Chocolate-Math.jpg?v=1522781864"},{"product_id":"christmas-marshmallow-graphing-a3860","title":"Christmas Marshmallow Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1449\" title=\"Marshmallow-Graphing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Counting and Graphing Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a little holiday graphing practice with this adorable activity from Mrs. Morrow over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsmorrowskindergarteners.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/happy-holidays.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Morrow's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! Like exercises past where students used colored goldfish crackers, skittles, M\u0026amp;Ms, Halloween candy, and other such manipulatives, Mrs. Morrow created a festive math activity that will have your students working with Christmas marshmallows {Kraft comes out with \"Holiday Mallows\" - trees, gingerbread men, and stars - around the holidays} to practice sorting, counting, graphing, and reading graphs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow Graphing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate the marshmallows into sample sets for your kiddos to explore. With the mallows and recording sheets in hand, invite your students to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort their sample sets by type\/color of marshmallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and graph the number of each type on their recording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze the data collected determining and recording how many of each type\/color were in their sample, which type they had the most\/least of, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous winter math activity that your kiddos are sure to love {especially if they get to sample some of the sweet treats in their sample sets!}.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133153817,"sku":"A3860","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Marshmallow-Graphing.jpg?v=1522781864"},{"product_id":"santas-workshop-pretend-play-a3041","title":"Santa's Workshop Pretend Play","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1363   \" title=\"Santas-Workshop-Pretend-Play\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Santas-Workshop-Pretend-Play.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Pretend Play Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.notimeforflashcards.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpice up your pretend play corner with this awesome activity idea from Allie at No Time For Flash Cards! Your kinders will be thrilled to learn that Santa Claus not only received their elf applications {see our Wednesday feature for the awesome activity from Mrs. Carroll of The First Grade Parade}, but was so impressed with their qualifications that he selected the \u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e class to be his special Christmas helpers!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nIf your students are going to be elves in a toy factory, you'll need to set them up with the proper equipment. Add some fun costume pieces to your pretend play corner to get your kiddos in the holiday mood - and feeling the part!\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite lab coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName tags {perhaps with cute made-up elf names}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElf\/Santa hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow that your kiddos are outfitted with \"elf gear\", it's time to tackle the stations. Allie suggests dividing the area up into three different stations - the building station, the wrapping station, and the testing station. 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The idea comes from Brooke at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/letkidscreate.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/24-days-of-holiday-books-creative.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLet Kids Create\u003c\/a\u003e. As a fun way to get ready for the Christmas holiday, Brooke suggests wrapping up your favorite seasonal literature selections, having your kiddos pick one each day, and read it together as a class! 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For example, using the word \"Christmas\", you might select...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC - a car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH - a horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR - a ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI - an ice cream cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS - a pair of sunglasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT - a train\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM - a mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA - an acorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS - a stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the stocking with these collected items and create a word mat coloring page, then have students take turns pulling out an object, identifying the beginning letter sound, and coloring the matching letter on their word game board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMrs. Lee offers tons of great center ideas in her post, so be sure to visit her blog for this and other awesome winter activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133514265,"sku":"A3042","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Stocking-Beginning-Letter-Sounds-e1323115661998.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"christmas-math-center-stocking-count-a3043","title":"Christmas Math Center: Stocking Count","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1376\" title=\"Stocking-Count\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Stocking-Count-e1323117577675.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Counting Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e{\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrsleeskinderkids.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/santa-and-his-reindeer-week.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Lee's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e is an \u003cem\u003eexcellent\u003c\/em\u003e resource for preschool and kindergarten teachers alike! 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You can use Christmas bows, small wrapped boxes, Rudolph \"noses\" {large red craft puffs}, candy canes, etc. Prepare a recording sheet that features six black and white clip art stockings, labeling each with the appropriate letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, have students empty the stocking, count the number of items in it, and write the correct numeral on the recording sheet {on the matching stocking, of course!}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMrs. Lee includes lots of other great winter learning activities in her post, so be sure to visit her blog - you're sure to be inspired!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133645337,"sku":"A3043","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Stocking-Count-e1323117577675.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"reviewing-shapes-with-christmas-trees-a3862","title":"Reviewing Shapes with Christmas Trees","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1465\" title=\"Shape-Trees\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Shape-Trees.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Sequencing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-shapes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e posted a cute winter activity today that we thought we'd pass along! It's perfect for helping your kiddos review shapes, practice sequencing, and work with objects of different sizes. All you need is some green construction paper and scissors and you're ready to make your \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e shape Christmas tree activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore beginning, Linda suggests creating all the shapes - ovals, squares, triangles, circles, etc. Cut three of each shape - one small, one medium, and one large - and to reduce wear and tear, we recommend laminating all of the construction paper shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the activity, invite your students to sort the shapes by type, then arrange each group by size on a work mat, stacking the shapes from largest {bottom} to smallest {top}. They'll end up with lots of cute shape trees and, if you provide dry erase markers in various colors, your kiddos can have some extra fun decorating and re-decorating all of them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other great learning ideas, be sure to visit Little Family Fun!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133678105,"sku":"A3862","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Shape-Trees.jpg?v=1522781867"},{"product_id":"winter-mitten-match-up-a3863","title":"Winter Mitten Match-Up","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1469\" title=\"Mitten-Match\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Match.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Matching Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: handmadebeginnings.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest your kiddos matching skills with this cutesy activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/handmadebeginnings.blogspot.com\/2009\/10\/mitten-match-ups_23.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHandmade Beginnings\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply cut mitten shapes from your favorite scrapbook or craft paper - two of each color\/pattern - and string a piece of yarn from two chairs for some 'clothespin-ning' fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEva, who wanted her daughter to build visual discrimination and fine motor skills, left the mittens blank and invited her little one to pin pairs based on color\/pattern. If you desire a more complex activity, you might consider adding extra items to the mitten cutouts and inviting your kiddos to pin the mittens on the line using a different set of criteria...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the upper and lower case letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the numeral to the correct number word {or mitten with the correct number of dots}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the rhyming pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the mittens in alphabetical order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the mittens in numerical order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Handmade Beginnings for some extensions to this fun activity idea!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133874713,"sku":"A3863","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mitten-Match.jpg?v=1522781868"},{"product_id":"christmas-math-game-shopping-for-santas-suit-a3044","title":"Christmas Math Game: Shopping for Santa's Suit","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1381\" title=\"Santa-Suit-Game1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Santa-Suit-Game1.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Money Math Game Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this Christmas math center idea from Suzan at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/december-math-stations.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKrazy for Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e! It's a fabulous way to help your kiddos strengthen matching skills, introduce coin money, and give them a little taste of how an economy works {i.e. currency\/something of value is exchanged for goods and services}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou'll need...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA currency die {use this blank template from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sparklebox2.co.uk\/thumbs56-60\/s2b59.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSparkleBox\u003c\/a\u003e and glue plastic play money to the sides or find clip art images to print or paste onto the side}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Santa suit price list {Suzan offers a free printable at her blog for you to use!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, black, and yellow construction paper to make the parts of Santa's suit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, students take turns rolling the currency die, matching the coin picture on the die to the price list, and acquiring the specified piece of Santa's ensemble. Should a student already have the matching piece, they must pass the die to the next player and wait until their next turn to try for another part of the suit. The first player to assemble the entire Santa suit, wins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuch a fun, festive game that your kiddos are sure to enjoy! Suzan offers a lot more holiday math center suggestions at her blog, so be sure to visit Krazy for Kindergarten to read the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734133907481,"sku":"A3044","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Santa-Suit-Game1.jpg?v=1522781868"},{"product_id":"thanks-for-lighting-up-our-class-a3045","title":"Thanks for Lighting Up Our Class!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1386\" title=\"Christmas-Writing-Exercise\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Writing-Exercise.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: bainbridgeclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this holiday writing exercise from Christina over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bainbridgeclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/happy-thanksgiving-and-holiday-freebie.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Bainbridge's Class\u003c\/a\u003e. Not only is it a great way to provide your kiddos with writing practice, it's a fun way to build community. Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Christmas light writing template {shown above} provided by Christina and print it onto card stock in assorted colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a permanent marker, script the name of each person in your class {including yourself} onto one of the Christmas lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a \"name exchange\", have students draw one of the Christmas lights from a bag - identifying the student named at the top and constructing a sentence and\/or drawing a picture of one of the ways their classmate has \"lit up\" the classroom!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese can be arranged on a bulletin board for all to see or given as a special gift to the student!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is a lovely holiday exercise! Be sure to visit Mrs. Bainbridge's Class for the download!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134136857,"sku":"A3045","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Writing-Exercise.jpg?v=1522781870"},{"product_id":"christmas-vocabulary-building-letter-recognition-a3864","title":"Christmas Vocabulary Building \u0026 Letter Recognition","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1472 \" title=\"Christmas-Words-Activity\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Words-Activity.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Literacy and Writing Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis activity from Linda at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/littlefamilyfun.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-words-activity.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLittle Family Fun\u003c\/a\u003e is simple to put together, but is a great way to build vocabulary, strengthen letter recognition, practice spelling, and build early reading skills! Simply brainstorm a list of Christmas vocabulary words, write them out in upper case letters onto sentence strips or strips of card stock, and make lower case letter tiles from green construction paper that your kiddos can use to match and spell words! Once spelled, have your students read the word they've created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add an extra element of fun, consider taping the word strips onto an old cookie sheet, providing your students with a bucket of letter magnets {or creating your own magnetic tiles with word processing software and magnet paper}, using them to complete the activity! Or, for some added writing practice, create word strips with lines beneath each letter. Laminate the strips and set them out with dry erase markers. Instead of matching the letter tiles, invite students to practice scripting the matching lower case letter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe think this is such a fun holiday literacy or writing center activity! Be sure to visit Little Family Fun for this and other great learning exercises!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134300697,"sku":"A3864","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Words-Activity.jpg?v=1522781871"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-cookie-graphing-a3047","title":"Gingerbread Cookie Graphing","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1398\" title=\"Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Gingerbread Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: kindergals.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim and Megan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/gingerbread-man-graph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e really know how to celebrate the holiday season! Check out this adorable gingerbread cookie graphing activity. Not only will your kiddos learn some great math skills, they'll get a sweet treat in the process!\n\nHere's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide each of your kiddos with a gingerbread cookie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the count of three, invite your students to take one bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount and graph how many students took the bite out of the head, how many took the bite out of a leg, and how many took the bite out of an arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze the results ...and allow your kiddos to finish their cookie!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKim and Megan made a really cute graph with gingerbread man cutouts. Be sure to check it out! And stick around for a little while - they have some great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134366233,"sku":"A3047","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Cookie-Graph.jpg?v=1522781871"},{"product_id":"snowman-estimation-and-measuring-a3865","title":"Snowman Estimation and Measuring","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1477\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snowman-Estimation.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Estimation and Measuring Math Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to practice a bit of winter estimation and measuring with this fun activity from Darla and Tracy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thepreschooltoolboxblog.com\/?p=2196#.TuVAnmiHGCM.twitter\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Preschool Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e -they even offer free activity printables!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo complete the activity, you'll need...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnowman worksheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-standard measuring units {wooden blocks, unifix cubes, paperclips, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrayons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by having your kiddos estimate how many measuring items it takes to measure the snowman on the worksheet. Darla and Tracy have some great suggestions on how to discuss with\/demonstrate for your students what a 'reasonable' guess might be. After each child has had a chance to guess, get to measuring! Count and record how many measuring items were needed on the provided recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fabulous way to develop early math skills. Be sure to head on over to The Preschool Toolbox for the activity worksheets and, while you're there, browse around for lots of other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134399001,"sku":"A3865","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snowman-Estimation.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-number-word-literacy-center-a3046","title":"Gingerbread Number Word Literacy Center","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1393 \" title=\"Gingerbread-Number-Words\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Number-Words.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas and Winter Gingerbread Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: growingkinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a cutesy holiday literacy center, here's a great idea from Kathleen of Growing Kinders. Designed for use with a pocket chart {but can certainly be adapted}, students are invited to count the number of buttons on each gingerbread man cutout, match it to the appropriate line on the center chart, and fill in the accompanying worksheet.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nThrough the exercise, your kiddos will...\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the sight word, \"see\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview number words one through ten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice handwriting skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part, Kathleen offers free downloads of both the recording sheet and center chart sentences at her blog - so be sure to visit Growing Kinders for this, and lots of other great activity ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134497305,"sku":"A3046","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Number-Words.jpg?v=1522781872"},{"product_id":"christmas-music-and-pretend-play-a3866","title":"Christmas Music and Pretend Play","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1481\" title=\"Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Music and Pretend Play Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found some adorable Christmas music activities at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thehomeschoolden.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/music-class-cute-christmas-activities.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Homeschool Den\u003c\/a\u003e that we're certain you're kiddos will enjoy this holiday season - and, of course, it will help them get their wiggles out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLondon Bridge is Falling Down\u003c\/em\u003e {Christmas Style}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiesl created a fun Christmas version of the well-know children's tune, \u003cem\u003eLondon Bridge is Falling Down\u003c\/em\u003e. As with the original song, students line up and take turns skipping under a 'bridge' created by two adults {or students}, circling back around to go under again and again - when they get 'trapped' under the bridge, Liesl suggests putting a Santa hat on the student's head and singing her special second verse!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkater's Waltz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fun idea that'll get your kiddos humming and burning off some of their pent up energy, is to provide each of your students with paper plates and invite them to pretend to ice skate around the classroom - playing Christmas tunes, of course!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit The Homeschool Den for these and other great ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134562841,"sku":"A3866","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paper-Plate-Ice-Skating.jpg?v=1522781873"},{"product_id":"gingerbread-reading-activities-a3048","title":"Gingerbread Reading Activities","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1404\" title=\"Gingerbread-Story-Map\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Story-Map.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Gingerbread Literacy and Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blogging world is truly amazing. We've been having so much fun tooling around our favorite teacher blogs to check out what they've been up to this holiday season. Gingerbread men, reindeer, and the Grinch, oh my! Yesterday we stumbled upon Mrs. Williamson's blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrswilliamsonskinders.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/gingerbread-man-and-christmas.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWelcome to Room 36\u003c\/a\u003e, and had to share their gingerbread man activities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGingerbread Story Mapping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead your favorite version of the Gingerbread Man and help your early readers identify the various story elements - title, characters, setting, problems, solutions, and theme. We've seen various story map anchor charts floating around Pinterest\/the web - Mrs. Williamson's is super cute and offers a fabulous way to organize and display the information gleaned from your class discussion of the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGingerbread Comparisons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a class, read various versions of the Gingerbread Man, then compare and contrast several of the elements in the story, adding to the chart as you go along. This is a great way to review story elements, strengthen listening skills, and assess comprehension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs always these are just a few of the activities over at Mrs. Williamson's blog, so be sure to visit for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134628377,"sku":"A3048","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Story-Map.jpg?v=1522781873"},{"product_id":"printable-gingerbread-story-comparison-chart-a3049","title":"Printable Gingerbread Story Comparison Chart","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1408 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Gingerbread-Comparison-Chart.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Gingerbread Reading Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know how we were \u003cem\u003ejust\u003c\/em\u003e talking about comparing and contrasting different versions of the Gingerbread Man story? Here's another great {printable!!} gingerbread man chart that features six different literature selections for comparison from Mrs. Bell at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/aplacecalledkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/read-read-as-fast-as-you-can.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eA Place Called Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e!! {Seriously, isn't that fabulous?!}\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134792217,"sku":"A3049","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Gingerbread-Comparison-Chart.jpg?v=1522781874"},{"product_id":"a-little-snowflake-fun-a3050","title":"A Little Snowflake Fun","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1415\" title=\"Snow-Crystals\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snow-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"Winter and Christmas Snowflake Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: staff.bbhcsd.org\/gagnem\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile perusing our favorite teacher blogs, we ran across some fun snowflake activities that we thought would make the perfect addition to your winter unit! In no particular order, here are a few of our favorites...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichelle Gagne, kindergarten teacher and creator of the site, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/staff.bbhcsd.org\/gagnem\/brrr2010.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Gagne's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e, details a super fun winter science experiment - making borax snow crystals! Students helped to set up and dip their chenille stem snowflakes in the \"snow\" solution, then hurried in to see what happened after letting them sit overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzan over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/krazyforkindergarten.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/januarya-little-sciencea-little-matha.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKrazy for Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e invited her students to watch a short clip of how a snowflake forms, then act it out! Her kiddos pretended to be ice crystals, attracting other ice crystal friends in order to form one large snowflake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sneakerteacher.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/alive-and-kicking.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSneaker Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e had her kiddos practice letter sounds with a fun snowflake \"mixer\" game. She scripted letters onto snowflake cutouts and passed one to each student. To play the game, students were invited to mingle and find a partner, telling them what sound the letter on their snowflake makes, listening as their classmate did the same, and then trading snowflakes. Students were invited to continue this process until the timer went off - so they could make it \"snow\"! [For a full description of the game, be sure to visit Sneaker Teacher!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't miss these great activities - be sure to visit each blog for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135054361,"sku":"A3050","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snow-Crystals.jpg?v=1522781875"},{"product_id":"let-it-snow-vocabulary-game-a3051","title":"Let It Snow! Vocabulary Game","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1419\" title=\"let-it-snow-game\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/let-it-snow-game.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Phonics Matching 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\u003eKelly over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kellyskindergarten.com\/Games\/GamestoMake\/games_to_make.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKelly's Kindergarten\u003c\/a\u003e came up with a fun winter vocabulary game that your kiddos are sure to love! Simply download her printable game pieces or make your own. Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating Your Own Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrainstorm a list of vocabulary\/focus words, finding clip art images or pictures of the words and pasting them onto snowflake cutouts. We suggest laminating the snowflakes to reduce wear and tear. Next, script the various words onto index cards and laminate {optional}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, place the word cards face down in the middle of the table, and pass out the snowflakes so that each player has the same number. Invite students to place their snowflake pieces face up in front of them. Have the first player pick up a word card from the middle of the table and read the word for their classmates. The player with the matching snowflake piece gets to turn their piece over {or place it in the \"discard\" pile}. Students take turns reading word cards until one player has turned all of their snowflakes over {or has discarded them all}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Kelly's Kindergarten for this activity - and the free printable that goes with it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135185433,"sku":"A3051","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/let-it-snow-game.jpg?v=1522781876"},{"product_id":"christmas-tree-graph-a3052","title":"Christmas Tree Graph","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1431\" title=\"Christmas-Tree-Graph\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Tree-Graph.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Tree Math Graphing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love this Christmas tree graphing exercise we found at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/woodkinderclass.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/christmas-tree-graph.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Wood's Dual Language Kindergarten Class\u003c\/a\u003e and think it would be a perfect Christmas math center activity! The gist of the exercise - students are provided with a Christmas tree cutout that's been decorated with various items {light bulbs, ornaments, stars, presents, etc} and a recording sheet. To complete the activity, students must count the number of each item on the tree, writing the number on a recording sheet, then graphing the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOther considerations...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide your kiddos with the Christmas tree cutout and craft embellishments, inviting them to decorate their own tree. Then, invite your students to use the recording sheet to analyze their selections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect the individual graphs to create a class data set to graph and analyze - determining the total number of each item found on the trees, how many students had the most\/least presents, ornaments, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other awesome activities, be sure to visit Mrs. Wood's Dual Language Kindergarten Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135250969,"sku":"A3052","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Tree-Graph.jpg?v=1522781877"},{"product_id":"winter-numberland-a3869","title":"Winter Numberland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1497\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowflake.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowflake Number Recognition and Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eHere's a fun winter counting and number recognition game for your kiddos from Katy, featured contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.preschoolrainbow.org\/preschool-winter.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGayle's Preschool Rainbow\u003c\/a\u003e. All you'll need is a marker, white printer paper, and a pair of scissors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate 10 sets of snowflake cutouts - making each pair by placing two sheets of printer paper on top of each other, folding them together, and cutting out a unique design. On one-half of each matching pair, use the marker to script a numeral, and on the other half of the matching pair, draw circles or dots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo play, make it \"snow\", tossing the snowflakes in the air. Invite your students to pick up a cutout, identify the numeral\/count the number of dots displayed on it, and find the classmate with the other part of the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this and other fun winter activity ideas, be sure to visit Gayle's Preschool Rainbow!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135283737,"sku":"A3869","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowflake.jpg?v=1522781877"},{"product_id":"christmas-present-counting-a3870","title":"Christmas Present Counting","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1503\" title=\"Christmas-Present-Counting\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Christmas-Present-Counting.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Present Math Counting Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: seedsofnoledge.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love this holiday counting activity from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seedsofnoledge.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/winter-themed-centers-some-ideas.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSeeds of Knowledge\u003c\/a\u003e. It offers your kiddos a great opportunity for strengthening one-to-one correspondence, numeral recognition, and fine motor skills! {And we really love that the activity doesn't get super fancy!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction paper activity mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuffin tin or recycled container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniature Christmas present manipulatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a marker to separate the pieces of construction paper into 12 sections, labeling each section with a different numeral. Provided with a container of the mini presents, invite your kiddos to identify the number in the space, count out the appropriate number of packages, and place them on the mat. So simple!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Seeds of Knowledge for this and some other great winter themed center activity ideas!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135480345,"sku":"A3870","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Christmas-Present-Counting.jpg?v=1522781878"},{"product_id":"snowman-sequencing-a3053","title":"Snowman Sequencing - FREE Printable Worksheet","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1434\" title=\"snowman sequence\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/snowman-sequence.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Snowman Sequencing and Writing Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the conditions certainly can't be categorized as \"snowman making weather\" here in Northeast Ohio {seriously, I don't even care if it looks like a light frost, I just want \u003cem\u003esome\u003c\/em\u003e white this Christmas!}, we thought your kiddos could get in some 'practice' time with this adorable activity from Mrs. Hodson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/todayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/holiday-hoopla-and-freebies.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eToday in First Grade\u003c\/a\u003e! It will strengthen both ordering, as well as writing skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, provide your kinders with the snowman cards {Mrs. Hodson generously provides a free printable worksheet at her blog, so be sure to head over there for the download!}, inviting them to place the events displayed on the cards in the proper sequence. Next, using the cards as a reference, have your kiddos write a mini tutorial for building a snowman using a 'first', 'next', and 'last' approach. [This might be a fun activity to have your students complete in pairs or a group.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider having students create booklets - pasting a snowman card on the left and describing the building process on the right!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Today in First Grade for the worksheet and for lots of other great activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135578649,"sku":"A3053","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/snowman-sequence.jpg?v=1522781879"},{"product_id":"making-wish-stockings-a3871","title":"Making Wish Stockings","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1507\" title=\"Wish-Stocking\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Wish-Stocking.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Fine Motor and Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: la-lashomedaycare.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWish stockings are a great way to build fine motor as well as literacy skills. We found this great exercise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/la-lashomedaycare.blogspot.com\/2011\/12\/holiday-kid-craft-link-up-week-13.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLa-La's Home Daycare\u003c\/a\u003e. Start by providing your kiddos with a festive stocking cutout, scissors, and some old magazines. Invite them to use the magazines to create a picture \"wish list\" on their stocking, cutting out images and pasting them onto the cutout. When finished, have your preschoolers identify the item they want the most by circling it, placing a star sticker next to it, or using another designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add a literacy component, invite students to determine the beginning letter of their top wish, and make an alphabetical class wish list. For example, you might say, \"Raise your hand if your top wish starts with an 'A'...\" Call on each child who raises their hand, inviting them to share their wish, and writing it on the class list. Follow this same process for each letter until each child has had a chance to share what they want most for Christmas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a supply list and some other great Christmas craft ideas, be sure to visit La-La's Home Daycare!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135676953,"sku":"A3871","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Wish-Stocking.jpg?v=1522781879"},{"product_id":"winter-number-order-activity-a3054","title":"Winter Number Order Activity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1438\" title=\"Number-Order-Winter-Center\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Number-Order-Winter-Center.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Math Sorting and Ordering Number Center Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fabulousinfirst.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought this winter number order activity from Michelle at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fabulousinfirst.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/b-e-t-spells-beat.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFabulous in First\u003c\/a\u003e would be a great center activity to help ease your kiddos back into the swing of things. The concept is quite simple, but is sure to help your kiddos review numbers and ordering, as well as provide them with a bit of printing practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHere's how the activity works...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the activity, determine various focus number sequences and create a set of number cards for each. Be sure to use different winter themed clip art so that students can tell each sequence apart. To complete the activity, invite students to sort the number cards into groups by image {i.e. all the red sleds with the red sleds, the blue mittens with the blue mittens, etc.}, then work on each individual set, putting the numbers in order from least to greatest. For the last step, have your kiddos record their work on a recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the best part, not only did Michelle come up with this fun winter center idea, she offers this activity, along with lots of other great learning exercises, for purchase at her \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Wonderful-Winter-Math-and-Literacy-Centers\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Pay Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e site. 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The nice thing about using ice cubes is they're a bit more uniform than snowballs that have been handmade.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the snow samples in the clear plastic containers and set them in different places around the room - on the windowsill, by the heater, etc. Have your kiddos record the time each snow sample was set in place and predict which ice cube\/snowball will be the first to melt. Invite students to keep an eye on the samples, observing and recording the changes in their science journals {or on the handout provided at TPTB}. Analyze\/discuss the results - compute the time {in minutes} it took for the samples to melt and put it in terms your kiddos will understand, discuss the factors that caused the samples to melt at different speeds, etc. [NOTE: This exploration provides a great segue into introducing the states of matter or even telling time\/the passage of time.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBe sure to head on over to The Preschool Tool Box for this and several other great activity ideas inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snowman Storybook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135840793,"sku":"A3872","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Snowman-Storybook.jpg?v=1522781880"},{"product_id":"loads-of-winter-mitten-fun-a3057","title":"Loads of Winter Mitten Fun!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1450\" title=\"Mitten-Activities\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Mitten-Activities.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Literacy and Math Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stumbled across this awesome post from Mrs. Carroll at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/mitten-loads-of-fun.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe First Grade Parade\u003c\/a\u003e and thought there were some great activities that could be introduced to your kinders {or tailored \u003cem\u003efor\u003c\/em\u003e your kiddos} this winter! All the activities are inspired by Jan Brett's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mitten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e! Here's a look at two of our favorite exercises...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMitten Probability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured above left}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. Carroll created large mitten 'envelopes', placing character cards {from \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mitten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, of course} into each. This was originally a lesson on probability, but for your kinders, you could turn it into a graphing exercise. Simply have your kiddos reach into the the mitten, pull out a character card, and record the selection on the graph. Have them return the card to the mitten, shake it up, and repeat the process ten times {or another number you decide}. After their graph is complete, help them interpret the data - comparing the columns using most, least, more than, less than, equal to, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA \"Mitten\"ful of Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\n{pictured above right}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. Carroll stuffed inexpensive mittens with letter tiles and word building mats, each mat featuring a different focus blend. Students were invited to create unique words using the mats and tiles, recording their created words on a fun mitten themed worksheet. For your kinders, you might adapt the exercise to feature different word families. You could also stuff the mittens with various clip art images and have students determine which have the same beginning letter sound as the mitten on their recording sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just two of the awesome activities we found at The First Grade Parade - be sure to head on over there for some winter inspiration!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734135906329,"sku":"A3057","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Mitten-Activities.jpg?v=1522781881"},{"product_id":"blubber-glove-winter-animals-science-experiment-a3875","title":"Blubber Glove - Winter Animals Science Experiment","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1528\" title=\"Blubber-Glove\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Blubber-Glove.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Animals Science Experiment Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.mrsjumpsclass.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a cute science experiment to do with your preschoolers this winter posted by Deanna Jump of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mrsjumpsclass.com\/January.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Jump's Class\u003c\/a\u003e! It's a great way to encourage critical thinking, making predictions, and discussing observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter introducing several arctic animals - polar bears, walruses, penguins, etc. - ask your students if they know how these animals stay warm in the winter. Discuss how, not only do these animals live in cold, snowy habitats, they also need to swim in frigid waters in order to find food. Have your kiddos stick their hand in a bin of icy water for effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite your kiddos to brainstorm how this might be possible. Encourage them to think about how \u003cem\u003ethey\u003c\/em\u003e stay warm {layers of heavy clothing} and then introduce the blubber glove. Have each child compare the sensation of sticking one hand in directly in the icy water and using the blubber glove buffer for the other. They'll be amazed to discover that polar bears, walruses, penguins, and other arctic animals have this insulation built in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo make a blubber glove...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a gallon sized Ziploc bag with Crisco; being sure to coat the bottom and both sides to about an inch and a half from the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNestle a second Ziploc bag down into the first, created a pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the top, seal off the opening where the two bags meet on either side with duct tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMrs. Jump has lots of great winter ideas, so be sure to head over to her classroom website for some inspiration!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136070169,"sku":"A3875","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Blubber-Glove.jpg?v=1522781882"},{"product_id":"winter-write-around-the-room-with-free-printable-a3055","title":"Winter Write Around the Room - with FREE Printable!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1443\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Winter-Fun-Write-Around-the-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Writing and Literacy Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: underthealphabettree.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love this fun writing and literacy exercise from Jessica of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/underthealphabettree.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/winter-fun-freebies.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUnder the Alphabet Tree\u003c\/a\u003e and think your kiddos will enjoy it too! The most amazing part {especially since you're busy trying to get back into the swing of the things}, she provides a free activity download so all you have to do is print, cut, and set up! Here's how it works...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint and cut out the colorful winter images, placing them around the classroom. 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Simply print and laminate the game board, assemble the vowel spinner, and unearth some game pieces - your kiddos will do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo play...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite students to spin the vowel spinner and identify the vowel sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollowing the path on the game board, students must then read the words on each space until they find one with the matching vowel sound, advancing their game piece to that space on the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first player to reach the gingerbread house at the end of the game board, wins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a fun, low-key way to help your kiddos review short vowel sounds. 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Be sure to visit Whimsical Ways for this and other great early childhood activities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136365081,"sku":"A3874","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Animals-in-the-Snow.jpg?v=1522781884"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/winter-lesson-plans\/holiday-christmas.oembed?page=2","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}