Need great ideas for your apple unit? We’ve rounded up our favorite apple picture books and have also paired them up with a variety of activities. From fiction to non-fiction, the apple-themed picture books will engage your preschool through second graders! Apple Emergent Reader Apple Counting by The Classroom Creative. Engage your earliest reader […]
Candy Corn Monster Craft with Free Template
Happy first day of autumn! What iconic candy reminds you of autumn? Candy corn! Here’s a fun take on a candy corn craft: a candy corn monster! Whether you need a craft for your entire class or one to get your kids ready for the season, this fall craft is simple and fun. candy […]
Homeschool Classroom Reveal: Kindergarten Calendar/Morning Meeting Area
Setting up homeschool is no easy feat, especially when you live in Chicago in a house as small as some New York City apartments. I see some homeschooling families that have entire rooms dedicated to “school”. I have for years, joked that my house is a “dollhouse”. So, this is proof that you can learn […]
Apple Symmetry Craft for Preschool, Kindergarten, & First Grade
I created a simplified apple symmetry activity for preschoolers, kindergartners, and 1st graders, because our advanced apple symmetry freebie for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders has been such a popular post! This fun apple craft is the perfect fall activity that also doubles as a decoration for your classrooms and hallways. Nothing beats a meaningful craft that connects fine […]
Fall Apple Symmetry Activity {Common Core Aligned}
Children have an innate sense of symmetry. They look for balance and order in the real world naturally. As a teacher, it is important to build on this inner ability. A student is better able to learn a concept when they have hands-on experience with it. As an art teacher, I can not stress […]