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Spring Crafts
Welcome the freshness of spring into your classroom with crafts that reflect growth and renewal. This collection includes flower art, butterfly creations, and garden projects. By incorporating these spring crafts into your teaching, you can connect students with nature and seasonal changes.
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Watercolor Backgrounds – 10 Designs for Teaching Materials and Crafts
Common Core, Creative Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Resources for Teachers, Montessori, Homeschool Templates, Homeschool Curriculum, Activities, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Teacher Tools, Word Walls, Banners, Door Decor, Presentations, Crafts
Watercolor Backgrounds – 10 Designs for Teaching Materials and Creative Projects (A4 Format) PNG + PDF Over the years, I’ve realized how much a soft and thoughtfully chosen background can influence the overall tone of a worksheet, project, or presentation. Especially when working with younger learners—or just trying to break away from the usual black-and-white documents—a watercolor-style background can make materials feel calmer, more inviting, and a little more special. This set includes 10 hand-designed watercolor backgrounds , all created by me in Procreate. They’re simple, versatile, and gentle in color, making them easy to combine with your own content—whether you're designing a worksheet, setting up a presentation, or putting together printable materials like task cards or signs. Each background comes in two formats : – PNG (with transparent or clean edges – ideal for digital work) – PDF (quick and ready to print) What you can use them for: – Designing worksheets or templates for student work – Presentation slides (PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva...) – Game cards or instruction sets – Greeting cards or classroom posters – Backdrops for reflection or writing pages – And much more I’ve personally used them for everything from laminated instructions at learning centers to cover pages for student portfolios. The soft watercolor look adds warmth without being distracting—and pairs well with both playful and more serious content. Usage notes: These backgrounds are available for private and classroom use , and you may also use them commercially within the educational field (e.g. in your own teaching materials), as long as your own content is clearly visible and credit is given (by naming me as the creator or linking to my store). Please don’t resell or distribute the files as standalone images. Have fun using these designs to give your materials a personal and creative touch. – Heike from @Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Custom Classroom Materials, Classroom Management, Wallpaper, Background, TIFF, Classroom Decorations, Decorative Elements, Craft Project, Creative Projects, Crafts
Interview with my Mom - Mother's Day Activity
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Mother's Day, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards
Get ready for laughter, sweet surprises, and maybe even a few happy tears! The “Interview with My Mom” printable is a fun and heartfelt writing activity perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day in your classroom. Students will ask their moms (or a special person) a series of simple, kid-friendly questions, then write down the answers and add their own adorable flair. Whether the answers are hilarious (“My mom’s favorite food is coffee”) or deeply touching, this activity creates a keepsake families will treasure forever. Ways to Use: Mother’s Day writing center Homework family project Morning work or early finisher task Gift to send home before the holiday Bulletin board display or classroom showcase Advantages: Encourages communication and connection between students and their families Builds listening and writing skills in a meaningful context Sparks joy and laughter, always a classroom win! Includes space for drawing, coloring, and personalization Easy prep: just print and go Can be adapted for interviews with grandma, aunt, or other special adults Pdf file includes 1 page. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Mothers Day, Writing, Writing Centers, Interview, Homeschool, Mothers Day Writing, End Of Year Activities, Mothers Day Craft, Questionnaire
Dot to dot Activity - Connect the dots - Thanksgiving Activity - Set 2
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, Columbus Day, Earth Day, Easter, End Of Year, First Day of School, Graduation, Halloween, Hanukkah, Hispanic Heritage Month, Indigenous Peoples Day, New Year's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, Thanksgiving, April, August, December, February, January, July, June, March, May, November, October, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Math, Early Math, Counting, Numbers, Shapes, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Dot To Dots
Get ready for a Thanksgiving activity that’s more fun than watching Uncle Bob try to carve the turkey, it's Dot to Dot: Thanksgiving Edition! This 5 page activity will have kids connecting dots up to 60, revealing festive images as they count their way to holiday magic. Who knew counting could lead to adorable turkeys, pumpkins, and maybe even a sneaky pilgrim hat? Perfect for little learners, this activity strengthens number sequencing and fine motor skills while keeping them entertained long enough for you to hide the last slice of pumpkin pie. Each page offers a delightful surprise as the mystery images take shape, imagine the excitement when they realize they’ve just uncovered the world's happiest turkey! (Don’t tell it what happens next.) Once the dots are connected, the fun isn’t over, they can grab their crayons and turn these newly discovered masterpieces into works of art. Will the turkey be neon pink? Will the pumpkin have stripes? Creativity knows no bounds here, and that's just the way we like it. Ideal for classrooms, homeschool, or just keeping the kids busy while the grown ups argue over football, this Thanksgiving dot-to-dot activity is simple, educational, and bursting with holiday cheer. Let’s get connecting and counting! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving Dot To Dot, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Numbers, Dot To Dot, Fall Math, Thanksgiving Math
Spring Coloring Activity 6
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters
Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement of young artists ready to bring the season to life! This Spring Coloring Activity is the perfect way to keep kids engaged while also guiding them through a fun and creative experience . With two pages included —one for free coloring and another with a helpful guide—kids can follow along or let their imagination run wild (because who says a butterfly can’t be polka-dotted?). What’s Included? ✅ 1 Coloring Page – Featuring adorable spring-themed illustrations like flowers, butterflies, and sunshine. ✅ 1 Guided Coloring Page – Helps kids with color suggestions while still encouraging creativity. Ways to Use: ✔ Morning Work – A calm and engaging way to start the day. ✔ Early Finisher Activity – Keeps fast finishers busy with something fun. ✔ Science & Art Connection – Talk about spring while kids color! ✔ Indoor Recess or Calm Corner – Perfect for rainy days or quiet moments. ✔ Bulletin Board Display – Turn your classroom into a spring wonderland! Why You’ll Love It: ✔ No prep – Just print and go! ✔ Encourages creativity with gentle guidance. ✔ Mess-free fun (no glue, no paint, no disasters!). Let your students celebrate spring one colorful masterpiece at a time! 🌷🎨
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring, Spring Coloring, Coloring Worksheets, Spring Pages, Spring Activities, Coloring Pages, Coloring Activity, Spring Decor, Spring
Thanksgiving Coloring Pages - Set 3
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Christmas, End Of Year, Halloween, Thanksgiving, January, November, October, September, February, December, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Get ready for a gobble-tastic adventure with Thanksgiving Coloring Pages! These five delightful pages are packed with all the things that make Thanksgiving the holiday we all love: happy turkeys, wobbly pilgrim hats, cornucopias that look suspiciously like they might spill veggies everywhere, and pumpkin pies that practically beg to be eaten (but please, don’t eat the paper). Each page is a masterpiece waiting for a splash of color, whether it’s a turkey with feathers of rainbow hues (because who said turkeys can’t be fabulous?) or a family of squirrels having their own mini-feast with acorns on the lawn. Your students will love adding their creative touch to these scenes, turning ordinary pictures into fridge-worthy art that says, “I am thankful for coloring outside the lines.” The best part? There’s zero cleanup. No flour explosions, no stray cranberries rolling under the fridge, just pure, mess-free coloring fun. Perfect for getting students in the Thanksgiving spirit without the drama of deciding who’s bringing the mashed potatoes. So grab those crayons, markers, or colored pencils, and let your students color their way to a happy Thanksgiving. Just watch out for the one kid who colors the turkey bright blue. You’ll need a story for that! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving Activities, Thanksgiving Craft, Thanksgiving Math, Fall Craft, Fall Math
Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Art Activities
Holiday & Seasonal, Creative Arts, Art, Seasons, Spring, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Activities | Easy One-Page Art Project for Spring or Animal Theme Bring engaging paper craft activities into your classroom with this fun One Page Paper Craft for the season or all year round. This easy-to-implement paper craft allows students to let their creativity shine while developing fine motor skills. Learners of all ages will enjoy coloring and customizing craft project before following the simple folding instructions to create an awesome paper craft art piece. Display finished crafts around your room or use them as portfolio pieces. This 5-page PDF resource also includes a coloring page, differentiated line writing papers, and mini drawing/coloring activities catered to varying skill levels. Use individually, in small groups, or for whole-class craft days. Quick prep and easy instructions make this paper craft a versatile option for art centers, sub plans, homeschools, or anytime you want to incorporate a fun hands-on project. Like this resource? Check out more paper crafts: Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Spring Landscape One Page Paper Craft Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Jolly Reindeer One Page Paper Craft Thanks for downloading Doodle Thinks resources. Have fun crafting!
Author Doodle Thinks
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Tags Coloring, Writing, Craft, Paper Craft, Art, Spring, Nature, Snail, Insect, Fine Motor Skills
My Color Wheel Game - Colors Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Infant, Toddler, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Games, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Banners, Posters
Let’s be honest, teaching colors should be as exciting as a rainbow after a storm (but without the mess of actual paint everywhere). That’s where My Color Wheel Game comes in! This interactive, hands-on activity makes learning about colors fun, engaging, and just the right amount of competitive . Whether your little learners are just starting to explore primary colors or ready to mix things up (literally), this game helps them understand how colors work in a way that actually sticks , unlike that red marker stain on your sleeve. How to Use (Because We Know You Like Options!): ✔ Morning Warm-Up – Get those brains buzzing with some colorful fun! ✔ Small Group Activity – Perfect for teamwork and friendly competition. ✔ Early Finishers – Because finishing early shouldn’t mean getting bored. ✔ Indoor Recess – A lifesaver when it’s too rainy, too cold, or too “I don’t wanna go outside.” ✔ Art Integration – Teach color mixing in a way that actually makes sense! Why You’ll Love It: ✔ Zero prep – Just print and play! ✔ Hands-on learning – Kids stay engaged without realizing they’re learning. ✔ Encourages creativity – Because the world needs more artists, not just adults who color inside the lines. ✔ No glitter involved – A teacher’s dream! With My Color Wheel Game , your students will go from “What’s a primary color?” to “Look, I made purple!” in no time. 🌈🖍🎨 Pdf fie includes 2 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Colors, Vocabulary, Back To School, Fine Motor Skills, Games, Colors Game, Cut And Glue, Back To School Activities
April Read and Draw - No Prep
Creative Arts, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, April, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor, Centers, Activities, Crafts
April showers bring… reading comprehension! This Read and Draw – April Activity is the perfect way to combine literacy and creativity without anyone groaning about another worksheet. Students read a sentence and draw a picture that matches, simple, engaging, and sneakily educational. No glitter. No glue. Just a pencil and their imagination. Designed with 3rd–5th graders in mind, these prompts challenge students to think critically and visualize what they read. It's a great way to reinforce comprehension skills while keeping things light and creative, because let’s be honest, even big kids like to doodle. Ways to Use It: 🌧 Morning work that doesn’t cause eye rolls 🌧 Reading centers with built-in engagement 🌧 Sub plans that basically run themselves 🌧 A fun Friday activity that still counts as learning Why Teachers Love It: ✔️ Strengthens comprehension and visualization skills ✔️ Encourages creativity and attention to detail ✔️ Perfect balance of reading + fun ✔️ No prep, no stress, just print and go Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Read And Draw, Drawing, Spring Activities, Spring Crafts, Spring Craft, Crafts, No Prep, Spring Reading, April Activities
Earth Day Read and Draw Activity
Creative Arts, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Earth Day, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Read and Draw – Earth Day Activity is your new go-to when you want students to celebrate the planet and flex their reading muscles without turning your classroom into a glitter tornado. In this simple but powerful activity, students read an Earth Day-themed sentence like “The kids pick up trash at the park,” and then draw what they imagine. That’s it! Reading comprehension meets creativity, and you don’t even need scissors. Perfect for grades K–2, this no-prep, no-stress activity is ideal for reinforcing early literacy skills while sneaking in important Earth Day messages (like “Don’t throw chip bags at trees”). Whether it’s a rainy day or you just need 20 focused minutes, this one’s a classroom win. 🌎 Ways to Use It: Morning work with purpose Literacy centers that don’t cause chaos Earth Day-themed early finisher fun Calm and creative homework 🌿 Why Teachers Love It: Strengthens sentence comprehension with zero groans Encourages imagination while teaching eco-friendly habits Keeps little hands busy and big minds thinking Ready to print, no prep, no stress PDF File includes 4 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Drawing, Coloring, Draw, Read And Draw, Spring Activities, Earth Day, Earth Day Drawing, Earth Day Reading, Earth Day Activities
Math Crossword - End of Year Activities
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, End Of Year, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Subtraction, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The end of the school year is here, and let’s be honest, your students’ attention spans are somewhere between “counting ceiling tiles” and “imagining summer snacks.” But fear not! This End of Year Math Crossword is here to bring math back into focus… disguised as fun. This engaging, no-prep activity reinforces addition and subtraction skills while giving your students the joy of solving a puzzle. (Bonus: They think it’s a game. You know it’s still math. Win-win.) Ways to Use: Independent work for a calm classroom (cue the teacher happy dance) Math centers that don’t require a 12-minute explanation A sneaky way to review before summer fog rolls in Morning warm-ups or early finisher work Sub plans when you need one last mental health day (you earned it!) Advantages: Strengthens basic math fact fluency with a creative twist Builds logical thinking and problem-solving Encourages independent learning Great for review or reinforcement without worksheets that groan Comes with an answer key , because you have enough to grade already Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Math, Math Crossword, End Of Year Math, End Of Year Activities, Math Activities, End Of Year Math Activities, Addition, Subtraction, Math Games
Flowers Cutting Practice - Color Then Cut
Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Preschool, Kindergarten, Toddler, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Door Decor
Let’s be honest, if you’ve ever tried to keep a bunch of energetic little learners busy and learning at the same time, you know it’s basically an Olympic event. Enter this Flowers Cutting Practice, Color Then Cut activity: the quiet-time hero you didn’t know you needed. It’s simple, fun, and secretly skill-building, just the way we like it. Kids get to color sweet, flower-themed pages first (because crayons are magic), and then cut out their masterpieces. Yep, it’s two activities in one, and somehow, it keeps those little hands busy longer than you'd expect. Plus, it helps strengthen their scissor skills without anyone realizing they’re doing actual work. Win-win. How to Use It: ✔️ Morning warm-up : Something calm before the chaos. ✔️ Spring craft stations : A seasonal hit that looks adorable on bulletin boards. ✔️ Scissor practice : Because we’re not cutting spaghetti with hands anymore. ✔️ Creative free time : Keeps things hands-on, not screen-on. ✔️ Early finisher task : For those speedsters who are “done already.” Why It Works: 🌸 Helps build focus and fine motor skills 🌸 Super easy to prep (just print!) 🌸 Encourages independence 🌸 Adds a little color to everyone’s day Let them color. Let them cut. Let your sanity stay (mostly) intact. Pdf file includes 10 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Coloring, Cutting, Spring Craft, Flowers Cutting, Fine Motor Skills, Coloring Pages, Cutting Practice, Flowers Coloring, Spring Activities
Easter Egg Craft 2
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Easter, Seasons, Spring, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Posters
Ready to embrace the chaos of scissors, glue sticks, and colorful creativity? This Easter Egg Craft is the perfect way to keep your little learners engaged while they snip, stick, and sparkle their way through spring. It’s hands-on, low-prep, and a certified “quiet activity” (well, mostly quiet, until someone loses a glue cap). With just two pages, one egg template to decorate and one easy-to-follow guide, students can create their own fabulous Easter masterpieces. Whether your classroom turns into a pastel explosion or a glitter warzone, at least they’re having fun and developing those fine motor skills, right? What’s Included: 🥚 2 Easter Egg Elements pages (perfect for cutting, decorating, and showing off. 🖍️ 1 Guide Page with design examples and color inspiration Ways to Use It: ✔️ Art Time : Channel that holiday energy into something creative ✔️ Bulletin Board Brilliance : Create a colorful wall of egg-cellent artwork ✔️ Holiday Fun Friday : A festive activity to end the week with style ✔️ Morning Work / Early Finishers : Keeps hands busy and minds happy ✔️ Take-Home Craft : Parents love fridge-worthy art Warning: May cause bursts of joy and mild glue stick addiction.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Craft, Crafts, Easter, Easter Egg, Easter Egg Craft, Easter Activities, Spring, Spring Craft, Spring Activities, Easter Craft
Easter Eggs Painting
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Easter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Crafts, Activities
Easter is the perfect time for bright colors, creativity, and, of course, decorating eggs! But let’s be honest—sometimes painting real eggs can be a messy, cracked-shell disaster. That’s where this Easter Egg Painting Activity comes to the rescue! This fun and stress-free activity lets kids enjoy all the excitement of decorating Easter eggs—without you finding paint splatters on your walls three weeks later. This resource includes two pages : one beautifully designed Easter egg coloring sheet and a handy guide to help kids create colorful masterpieces. Whether they follow the guide or let their imaginations run wild, their eggs are guaranteed to be mess-free and cracking with personality! Ways to Use: ✔️ Easter Classroom Fun – A festive, no-prep activity to celebrate the season. ✔️ Art Center Addition – Encourages creativity and color exploration. ✔️ Quiet Time Saver – Keeps little hands busy and classrooms peaceful (for a few minutes at least). ✔️ Take-Home Activity – Fun for kids and a fridge-worthy masterpiece for parents. Why You'll Love It: ✔️ No mess, no stress – No real eggs, no spills, just creativity. ✔️ Encourages fine motor skills – Great for little hands learning control. ✔️ Instant fun – Just print, grab some colors, and let the Easter magic begin! Who knew decorating Easter eggs could be this easy? Pdf file includes 6 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring, Coloring Pages, Spring, Spring Coloring, Easter, Easter Coloring, Easter Coloring Pages, Easter Eggs , Easter Eggs Coloring
Dot to dot Activity - Connect the dots - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Shapes, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, 4th Of July, April Fools, Arbor Day, Back To School, Birthdays, Black History Month, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, Columbus Day, Earth Day, Easter, End Of Year, Father's Day, Graduation, First Day of School, Halloween, Juneteenth, Kwanzaa, Last Day of School, Leap Day, Mother's Day, New Year's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving, April, August, December, February, January, July, June, March, May, November, October, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Counting, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Dot To Dots
Get ready for a Thanksgiving activity that’s more fun than watching Uncle Bob try to carve the turkey, it's Dot to Dot: Thanksgiving Edition! This 5 page activity will have kids connecting dots up to 60, revealing festive images as they count their way to holiday magic. Who knew counting could lead to adorable turkeys, pumpkins, and maybe even a sneaky pilgrim hat? Perfect for little learners, this activity strengthens number sequencing and fine motor skills while keeping them entertained long enough for you to hide the last slice of pumpkin pie. Each page offers a delightful surprise as the mystery images take shape, imagine the excitement when they realize they’ve just uncovered the world's happiest turkey! (Don’t tell it what happens next.) Once the dots are connected, the fun isn’t over, they can grab their crayons and turn these newly discovered masterpieces into works of art. Will the turkey be neon pink? Will the pumpkin have stripes? Creativity knows no bounds here, and that's just the way we like it. Ideal for classrooms, homeschool, or just keeping the kids busy while the grown ups argue over football, this Thanksgiving dot-to-dot activity is simple, educational, and bursting with holiday cheer. Let’s get connecting and counting! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Connect The Dots, Dot To Dot, Thanksgiving Dot To Dot, Counting, Numbers, Thanksgiving Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Fall Math
Memorial Day Read and Draw - No Prep Activity
Creative Arts, ELA, Language Development, Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Summer, Spring, Memorial Day, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Activities, Crafts, Centers
Teaching Memorial Day doesn’t have to mean a 40-minute slideshow while your students mentally wander off to recess. This Memorial Day Read and Draw Activity keeps things meaningful and manageable by combining short, thoughtful reading passages with creative drawing prompts. It’s the perfect way to honor the holiday while still keeping your class engaged, and maybe even a little quiet (miracles do happen). Each page includes a short informational paragraph about Memorial Day, its meaning, traditions, symbols, or history, followed by a drawing prompt that encourages students to visualize and reflect on what they’ve learned. It’s like combining a mini civics lesson with an art break. Win-win. Ways to Use: Morning work during the week of Memorial Day Literacy centers that spark discussion Take-home assignments or sub plans Early finisher work with purpose Cross-curricular reading + social studies activity Advantages: Reinforces reading comprehension and visual thinking Sparks respectful conversations about remembrance and service Encourages creativity and thoughtful reflection Easy prep, just print and hand it out (no glitter or glue involved) Engaging for all learners, including your reluctant readers and future illustrators Patriotic learning without the lecture? Yes, please. Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Read And Draw, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Reading, Memorial Day Literacy, Memorial Day Drawing, Literacy, Memeorial Day Craft
Beach Dot Painting - A Fine Motor Art Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Crafts
Practice fine motor skills while creating a beach dot art painting with these fine motor q-tip dot painting sheets. This summer themed art activity is a perfect anytime craft for preschoolers and early elementary students to practice hand eye coordination. The following dot painting pages are included in this set: beach, beachball, beach umbrella, bucket, crab, flip flops, palm tree, sandcastle, seashells, surfboard, sunscreen, swimsuit Each page is designed with a different beach objects for students to practice their fine motor skills and create a fun art picture to display in the classroom or in their home. Students will have fun choosing their colors to make their pictures their own unique masterpieces. When to Use these Dot Painting Pages Art Center or a Fine Motor Center - Simply place the pages inside the center with paints of various colors and cotton swabs for students to complete. Craft Activity - These dot painting pages also make a great whole class art activity where each student paints at their own desk their chosen dot art picture. Early Finishers - When students finish their work, they can complete this dot painting activity while waiting on their classmates to finish their assignments. Quiet Time Activity - Students who have trouble napping can complete one of these dot painting pages while their classmates nap. Displays - These dot painting pictures can be displayed on classroom bulletin boards , doors, or hallways. All of these dot painting pages are no prep. They just need to be printed and given to students to decorate. The teacher will simply need to provide paints of various colors and cotton swabs. An alternative to using cotton swabs and paint is to have students decorate their pictures with dots of colored glue. Older students may want to try creating their pictures this way for a more tactile way to complete this art activity.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Fine Motor Art, Fine Motor Skills, Dot Painting, Spring Dot Painting
Groundhog Day Hand Print Activity - Groundhog Day Craft 2
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, February, Months, Seasons, Winter, Spring, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Crafts, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Get ready to put your hands to work—literally! The Groundhog Day Handprint Activity is a fun, creative, and slightly messy way to celebrate February 2nd. Students will use their own handprints to create an adorable groundhog, making this craft both a keepsake and a celebration of the season’s silliest weather predictor. Ways to Use: Classroom Craft Time – A perfect activity to engage students while learning about Groundhog Day. Bulletin Board Display – Create a "Groundhog Garden" with students' handprint crafts. Fine Motor Fun – Great for practicing cutting, gluing, and coloring skills. Family Gift – A fun keepsake for students to bring home and share with their families. Advantages: ✅ Engages students – Kids love using their hands (and maybe making a mess in the process!). ✅ Personalized and unique – Every groundhog is different, just like the students who make them. ✅ Minimal prep required – Just grab some paint, paper, and little hands! ✅ Fun and educational – Students learn about Groundhog Day while creating a cute craft. Whether the groundhog sees its shadow or not, this craft is guaranteed to brighten your students’ day!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Groundhog, Groundhog Day, Groundhog Day Craft, Groundhog Day Coloring, Groundhog Day Activities, Coloring, Handprint, Groundhog Day Games
Mother's Day Read and Draw
ELA, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Mother's Day, Reading, Creative Arts, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters, Activities, Centers, Crafts
Looking for a sweet and simple way to celebrate Mother’s Day that doesn't involve glitter explosions or macaroni mishaps? Enter the Mother’s Day Read and Draw Activity , a no-prep, low-mess resource that turns your little readers into thoughtful artists (and potential tearjerkers for moms everywhere). Each page includes an easy-to-read sentence about Mom, followed by a space for students to draw what they’ve just read. Think: “My mom loves to bake cookies,” and voilà, an instant opportunity for kids to create a chocolate chip masterpiece (or something abstract that definitely resembles a cookie… probably). Ways to Use: Literacy centers Morning work Sub plans Mother’s Day gifts Quiet time fun (yes, it exists!) Advantages: Strengthens reading comprehension through visualization Boosts fine motor skills with guided drawing Encourages creativity and personal connections Provides sweet keepsakes for moms to proudly display on the fridge Great for all reading levels in K–2nd ZERO prep, just print and smile It’s heartfelt, educational, and doesn’t require a mop afterward. What more could a teacher (or a mom) ask for? Let your students read, draw, and show the moms in their lives just how loved they really are. Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Read, Reading, Drawing, Coloring, Mothers Day, Mothers Day Craft, Mothers Day Crafts, Spring Craft, Summer Craft, Mothers Day Reading
Easter Wordsearch Puzzles + Answers
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Spelling, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Easter, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Games, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Searches
Looking for a way to channel that post-candy Easter energy into something productive? Say hello to these Easter Word Search Puzzles + Answers , the quiet-time activity disguised as holiday fun. With festive vocabulary like “bunny,” “basket,” and “chocolate” (the holy trinity of Easter, obviously), these puzzles keep students engaged, focused, and happily occupied while you sip that lukewarm coffee. Perfect for elementary learners (and let’s be honest, teachers who love a peaceful five minutes), each word search comes with a cheerful Easter theme and an answer key, because we’re not about to play hide-and-seek with “marshmallow” ourselves. Ways to Use It: 🐣 Morning work with a sprinkle of holiday cheer 🐣 Early finisher activity that doesn’t involve more noise 🐣 Literacy centers with minimal prep 🐣 Sub plans for the week before break 🐣 At-home fun that feels like a treat, not homework Why Teachers Love It: ✔️ Boosts vocabulary and spelling in a sneaky way ✔️ Promotes visual scanning and attention to detail ✔️ Requires zero prep, just print! ✔️ Fun for solo or small group work ✔️ Instant festive vibes for your classroom Hop into stress-free learning with these egg-cellent puzzles, they’re crackin’ good fun! PDF File includes 2 pages.
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The Adventures of Captain Planet Jr - Writing Prompt
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Earth Day, Writing, ELA, Creative Writing, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Activities, Centers, Crafts
Looking to add some fun and imagination to your Earth Day plans? The Adventures of Captain Planet Jr. is a two-part writing and drawing activity that lets students become mini eco-heroes for the day! In this creative prompt, students invent their own version of a young environmental superhero, Captain Planet Jr., and write an exciting story about how they save the Earth, one recycling mission or tree-hugging adventure at a time. After writing their action-packed story, students bring their hero to life through a drawing, cape optional, creativity required! This activity sparks imagination, builds writing skills, and helps students think about real-world ways to care for the environment (while still battling imaginary pollution monsters). Ways to Use It: Earth Day writing or art center Creative writing assignment with a green twist Fun early finisher activity Earth Day bulletin board display Why You’ll Love It: Inspires environmental responsibility through storytelling Promotes creative thinking and self-expression Print-and-go, no prep needed A great way to tie Earth Day into ELA standards Works for various elementary grade levels Because every planet-saving hero starts with a pencil and an idea! 💚🦸♂️
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Spring Writing Activity - My sweetest memory of spring
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers, Crafts
If your students have spring on the brain and can’t stop talking about butterflies, puddles, or popsicles, channel that energy into something creative! My Sweetest Memory of Spring is a writing prompt activity designed for K–2 students that lets them draw AND write about a favorite springtime moment. Whether it’s picking flowers, flying kites, or eating way too many marshmallow chicks, this activity brings out the storyteller in every little writer, no spelling bee required. Ways to Use: Morning Work or Bell Ringer: Calm the chaos with a cozy, creative task. Writing Center Staple: Perfect addition to your seasonal rotation. End-of-Week Wrap-Up: A fun way to reflect on the week or start the weekend with smiles. Display-Ready Work: Great for hallway or bulletin board showcases! Advantages: Supports Early Writing Skills: Combines drawing and writing for a low-pressure, high-creativity experience. No Prep: Print-and-go, you won’t even need your emergency chocolate stash. Engaging Prompt: Sparks happy memories and imaginative thinking. Great for All Learners: Visual and written components mean every student can shine. Adorable Results: Get ready for some heart-melting springtime stories and art. Pdf file includes 4 pages.
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Tags Writing, Writing Activity, Writing Prompts, Spring Writing, Spring Writing Prompts, Spring Writing Activities, Writing Centers, Spring Activities
Spring Activities BUNDLE
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Dot To Dots, Classroom Decor, Posters, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Flashcards
Spring has arrived, the kids are wiggly, and your lesson plans need a little bloom . Enter: the Spring Activities BUNDLE , your all-in-one, print-and-go survival kit for the season. This bundle is packed with fun, educational, and sanity-saving resources to keep your students learning while they think they’re just having fun (sneaky, right?). Included: Alphabet Handwriting – Practicing ABCs one flower loop at a time. Numbers Handwriting – Because “5” shouldn’t look like a chicken. Spring Size Sort – Big bunny? Small flower? Let’s figure it out. Complete the Letters – Fill in the blanks before spring break fills your schedule. Easter Dot to Dot – Connect the dots and find out what’s hiding! Spring Color by Number – Learning meets coloring = classroom quiet. Easter Egg Craft (Cut & Glue) – Scissor skills + cuteness = win. Spring Flashcards – Vocabulary blooming all over the place. Spring Dot to Dot & Coloring – Count, connect, color, repeat. Why You’ll Love It: Zero prep – Just print and pretend you planned this all along. Engaging and educational – Keeps hands busy and brains sharp. Great for centers, early finishers, sub plans, or “I need 10 quiet minutes” moments. Pdf File includes 37 pages.
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Tags Spring, Spring Coloring, Spring Coloring Pages, Spring Dot To Dot, Spring Color By Number, Spring Activities, Easter Coloring, Easter, Easter Activities
Thanksgiving Coloring pages - Set 1 - Thanksging Activities
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, 100's Day, Back To School, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Birthdays, Easter, Halloween, Indigenous Peoples Day, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Months, April, August, December, February, January, July, June, March, May, November, October, September, Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter, End Of Year, First Day of School, Last Day of School, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Introducing Thanksgiving Coloring Pages six pages of festive fun that’ll have your students saying, “Pass the crayons, please!” Forget the prep work and messy kitchens; these pages bring all the best parts of Thanksgiving without the burnt pies and questionable casserole choices. From turkeys strutting their stuff (who knew they had such confidence?) to pumpkins that don’t need to be carved, each page invites kids to add their own flair. Ever wonder what a pilgrim hat would look like in neon pink? Well, you’re about to find out! These coloring pages are perfect for turning traditional Thanksgiving scenes into vibrant masterpieces that would make even Grandma jealous. And don’t worry if that cornucopia comes out looking like a rainbow explosion, it’s all part of the fun! Your students can color cheerful turkeys, friendly pilgrims, and that one suspicious squirrel who’s definitely plotting to steal an acorn pie. No judgment here if someone gives the turkey a superhero cape or the pumpkin a face with sunglasses; creativity is the real guest of honor at this feast. So, pull out those crayons, markers, or colored pencils, and let your classroom enjoy the most colorful Thanksgiving yet. No cleanup, no leftovers, and absolutely zero debates over who gets the last slice of pie. Enjoy!
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Tags Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Math, Thanksgiving Coloring Pages, Coloring Pages, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Thanksgiving Activities, Fall Math
If I Were a Firefighter - Writing Prompt
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards
Get ready for sirens of creativity and buckets of imagination with If I Were a Firefighter ! This engaging writing and drawing activity is perfect for your K–2 students who dream big (and love making sound effects while working). Whether it’s saving the day, rescuing kittens, or sliding down the fire pole all day long, this prompt brings out every child’s inner hero. Ways to use this resource: Use during a fire safety unit or community helpers lesson. Great for early finishers who “accidentally” write three words and say they’re done. Add to your writing center for some independent storytelling magic. Makes a fun bulletin board display, kids love seeing their firefighter selves on the wall! Pair with a visit from your local fire department for extra excitement! Advantages: Encourages creative writing with a topic kids are genuinely excited about. Builds sentence-writing confidence, even for your most reluctant authors. Includes a drawing component, because sometimes kids can draw better than they can write. No prep needed, just print and go! Inspires giggles, big ideas, and plenty of red crayon use. Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompt, Career, Careers, Firefighter, Writing Prompts, Careers Writing Prompts, Spring, Writing Centers, Literacy