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Read Alouds
Read Alouds are an effective tool for developing literacy and listening skills in students of all ages. By reading stories aloud, you model fluent reading and bring texts to life. Incorporating read aloud sessions encourages imagination, enhances vocabulary, and promotes critical thinking through discussions. These sessions can foster a love for reading and provide a shared literary experience in your classroom.
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BIG Machines Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids learn how Big Rigs, Bulldozers, Dump Trucks, and other Big Machines help us in everyday life! They will meet Sammy the Steamroller, and his friends Connie the Crane, Dan the Drill, Bill the Bulldozer, and Charlie the Cement Mixer and learn the important job that each machine does on the jobsite. Then young learners will meet Dumpy the Dump Truck and discover the valuable lesson Dumpy learns when working for driver Joe. Fun songs like “Big Rigs,” and “A Bulldozer Operator I Will Be,” will inspire kids to learn more about the occupation of operating BIG Machines!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Trucks, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, Combine, Rig
What Is Thunder And Lightning? Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
What Is Thunder And Lightning? Audio Book The product, named What Is Thunder And Lightning? Audio Book , is a noteworthy teaching resource targeted at improving the knowledge and understanding of environmental science among young learners. Specifically designed for Kindergarten to Grade 3 levels, this audio book focuses on making scientific concepts easy to grasp in an engaging manner. Diving Right Into The Core Of Natural Phenomenons The What Is Thunder And Lightning? audio book elucidates why one sees lightning before hearing thunder even though they happen simultaneously. This MP3 file holds valuable scientific information that not only satisfies children's curiosity but also fuels their thirst for knowledge further. Versatility of the Resource The beauty of this resource lies in its versatility. The audio format makes it convenient for educators to use it in various settings according to their pedagogical needs. In whole group sessions: It could be played where students can actively participate and share their thoughts with peers after listening. In smaller groups or personal tutor sessions: Educators can pause intermittently to discuss points mentioned or clarify any doubts that might surface. Pupils could listen individually or as homework assignment: Learners are able listen at home and jot down what they have learned or note down questions arising from their curiosities about thunder and lightning. Crafted with Simplicity and Depth What Is Thunder And Lightning? Audio Book , stands as a great addition to educator’s science curriculum arsenal; optimal for broadening young minds’ horizon about intriguing environmental science concepts through auditory learning experiences. Fulfilling many educational needs without requiring physical storage space is indeed an advantage characteristic of digital resources like these audiobooks. Advantage: By incorporating them into lesson plans regularly teachers can reinforce principles learned in class while captivating interest using another sensory tool - sound - thus facilitating comprehensive understanding among students regardless of varied learning styles within classrooms. Aiming Beyond Being Merely Informative This product provides learners with enriching content packaged engagingly enough so as not just increase retentiveness but also instill love towards the subject. Ultimately, this audio book 's primary aim and achievement are in making science learning an enjoyable journey for children as they embark on a path of knowledge acquisition and exploration.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Thunder, Lightning, Environmental Science, Auditory Learning, Educational Resource
The Three Bears Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
The Three Bears Audio Book An engaging and interactive teaching resource designed for educators and homeschooling parents. This captivating rendition of a classic tale, featuring Goldilocks and the Three Bears, can be a valuable service to learners from kindergarten to grade three. Flexible Utilization: As an audio file packaged in MP3 format, it lends itself perfectly for utilization in various learning settings. It can be employed as part of: A whole group storytelling session fostering active listening Small group engagements initiating discussions about empathy, choices or consequences An individual rewarding homework assignment where they can write what they've understood or create art inspired by the story Learning Targets: This tool primarily targets Language Arts, focusing on: Phonic awareness Vocabulary building Comprehension skills Addition to Teaching Resources: It includes benefits such as: Presents an excellent technique for introducing pupils to essential literacy rudiments. Incorporating this audio book could enrich your teaching resources by offering students a blend of entertainment combined with learning opportunities. Remarks on its usefulness by parents and educators: The Three Bears Audio Book allows both public school educators and homeschoolers looking to invigorate their instructional practices through rich content while adding dimensionality to your traditional textbook-related instructions. Parents & teachers alike relish watching their young charges embroiled attentively in a magical world of 'once upon a time...' while acquiring fundamental linguistic skills shaping their literacy future."</blockquote
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Interactive Learning, Literacy Skills, Storytelling, Engagement, Self-directed Learning
Mystery at the Funfair | Lucas Detective Animated Video
, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
Mystery at the Funfair is a 6-minute animated video that follows young detective Lucas as he works to solve a mystery at the local funfair. Students will enjoy joining Lucas on his latest adventure as he questions witnesses, gathers clues, and ultimately reveals who is behind the funfair mischief. This engaging video lesson integrates critical thinking skills, problem solving, and listening comprehension in an entertaining format that appeals to learners of all ages. Educators can utilize this stand-alone video to spark discussions, as a supplement to mystery genre lessons, or even as a creative writing prompt for students to script their own mystery narrative based on the video. With vivid imagery and an amusing storyline, Mystery at the Funfair promises to capture students' attention while sneaking in valuable learning opportunities.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Animated, Video, Mystery, Detective, Carnival
Sometimes I Feel Video Storybook
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Sometimes I Feel Video Storybook Designed for young learners at the early learning, kindergarten, first grade, and preschool levels, 'Sometimes I Feel' is a video storybook that caters to the dynamic environment of educators. This eBook format product facilitates understanding and discussions about emotions through its simple yet engaging content. The Essence of this Resource Emotion Exploration: The resource employs endearing illustrations and easy-to-understand sentences to exhibit a gamut of feelings such as happiness, sadness, silliness or anger. This encourages children to identify and understand diverse emotions. Diverse Applications: As an MP4 video storybook it is versatile enough be used in group teaching sessions or solo learning assignments. The digital nature allows constant accessibility for students enhancing their independent study skills. Cross-Cultural Exposure: 'Sometimes I Feel' integrates Spanish words & phrases within its content offering immersion in bilingual education without overwhelming young minds. In Today's Context This tool becomes increasingly significant with the growing focus on social-emotional development alongside traditional academics. Its usability is universal - whether you're making strides towards inclusive pedagogics in public schools or aiming at holistic growth during homeschooling sessions. The Goal: Molding Emotionally Balanced Individuals 'Sometimes I Feel', thus not only supplements academic learning but also instills emotional comprehension & empathy among kids from an early stage - one critical step towards shaping balanced individuals of tomorrow!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Emotional Intelligence, Social-emotional Development, Feelings, Bilingual Education, Interactive Storytelling
COLORS IN THE AMAZON RAINFOREST BOOK AND ACTIVITIES
ELA, STEM, Math, Counting, Early Math, Patterns, Language Development, Kindergarten, Crafts, Activities, Read Alouds, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Take your Pre-K and kindergarten learners on a journey through the Amazon rainforest with this fun-filled set of activities. There’s something for all types of learners as they focus on colors and animal adaptations in the rainforest biome. They’ll begin their journey with an engaging mini-book that tells about 10 rainforest animals. Created with beginning readers in mind, the story offers repetitive sentences, sight words, and colorful graphics. On each page learners will also be introduced to adjectives describing adaptations of each animal. Afterwards, each learner will have the opportunity to personalize their own book. This is a great way for them to build connections with learning and practice their reading skills with family and friends. Next, they’ll move on to several hands-on activities where they will strengthen foundational fine motor skills through tracing, cutting, gluing, manipulating modeling dough, and pretending to feed a baby hummingbird using a pipette. Along with those skills, your learners will practice concepts such as counting, writing, identifying color words, sorting, patterns, and following directions. Each activity was designed to meet current educational standards while highlighting the unique characteristics of animals such as the pink river dolphin, harpy eagle, black caiman, leaf-cutter ant, and red-eyed tree frog. You will note the STEM activities require specific materials, many of which can be found in your own teacher treasure trove or borrowed from teacher friends. While the craftivities do require initial prep work, they will add color to your educational environment. What’s more, your learners will take pride in seeing their masterpieces displayed during your rainforest themed unit. The books and many of the activities are available in both color and black & white versions. An answer key is also provided for worksheets. Below you will find a list of details found within the pages of this product. BOOKS: Two versions of “Take a Look!” – one a basic read-along, the other an interactive read-along. STEM: Activity 1: learners will estimate the number of blue morpho butterfly eggs that will fit on various sized leaves and place eggs (pony beads) on said leaves to show visual representation. Activity 2: learners will use modeling clay to build an anthill to house an estimated number of leaf-cutter ants that will fit inside their home. Activity 3: learners will use a pipette to feed the baby hummingbird an estimated number of nectar (colored water) droplets. Activity 4: learners will use Zoobs (anacondas) to create various types of lines and 2-D shapes. CRAFTIVITIES: #1: learners will cut leaves and glue them to the leaf-cutter anthill. #2: learners will create a red-eyed tree frog prop to use in conjunction with a short rhyme teaching about the animal’s unique adaptation. #3: learners will add color to a blue morpho butterfly template and then affix eye dots (white stickers) to the butterfly, giving it protection from predators WORKSHEETS: #1: reading comprehension, color word identification #2: color word identification, coloring #3: comparing items that are and are not sharp #4: sorting rainforest animals by the way they move (fly, walk, swim) #5: number identification, 1-to-1 correspondence, painting #6: pink river dolphin life cycle, color word identification, coloring #7: opinion writing using a prompt, drawing/coloring #8: map skills, connect the dots, coloring, drawing #9: tracing, writing, painting #10: drawing, coloring, writing #11: identifying an AB pattern, completing the pattern, drawing an AB pattern #12: following directions, color word identification, drawing, coloring
Author Quail Trail Products
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Tags Rainforest, Amazon, Colors, Animal Adaptations, Beginning Readers, STEM, Crafts, Worksheets, Hands-on, Science
Coloring Pages - Bookmarks to Color
Graphic Arts, Creative Arts, Language Development, ELA, Strategies, Reading, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Elementary, Pre-K, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Templates, Teacher Tools, Crafts, Activities, Centers, Projects, Read Alouds
These black and white stamp type bookmarks make perfect coloring projects. These bookmarks are small, 2" x 6", coloring pages that simply need to be printed, cut out, and colored. DESIGNS INCLUDE Flowers Flamingos Kids who Love Reading Stack of Books Robot in a Dress holding a heart Adult Robot Kid Robot Gear Picture Remote Control Picture Encouraging sayings and Bible Verses include: 1 Bookmark includes: You are Loved 1 Bookmark includes: You are Unique 1 Bookmark includes: Reading is Fun 3 of Bookmarks include: Jeremiah 29:17 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord, "plans to prosper you." 1 Bookmark includes: Genesis 1:1 "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." 1 Bookmark includes: Luke 2:52 "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man." 4 of bookmarks have no writing. Total 12 different bookmark designs. SKILLS PRACTICED Students who print, cut out, fold, color and decorate these bookmarks practice: Fine motor skills Color recognition Reading IDEAS FOR USE These bookmarks can be created as part of a center, with students working as a team. These bookmarks can be given as gifts to favorite friends and family members or other acquaintances who love to read. These bookmarks can be printed on plain white paper and laminated or on cardstock. 4 bookmarks per page 12 bookmarks total pdf downloadable, printable file 3 usable pages #coloringworksheets #colorfulclassroomdecor #craftactivities #art #crafts #cutecoloringpages #coolcoloringpages #coloringworksheets #bookmarks #printables
Author Homeschooling Dietitian Mom
Tags Coloring Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Colorful Classroom Decor, Cool Coloring Pages, Cute Coloring Page, Easy Coloring Pages, Spring Projects, Crafts, Art
Mystery of the Snow | Lucas Detective Animated Video
, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
This Lucas Detective video lesson is the Mystery of the Parcel in the Snow. Students will enjoy joining Lucas in this animated video as they work to unveil the mystery. This is a 5 minute video.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Mystery, Detective, Snow, Animated, Videos
Wiggly Tooth Video Storybook
ELA, Early Learning, Pre-K, Read Alouds, Activities
Wiggly Tooth Video Storybook Wiggly Tooth Video Storybook is an engaging visual teaching resource. It was created with early learning students in mind and primarily focused on Language Arts. The story presents a little girl who experiences the excitement of having a wiggling tooth. Main Features: Vivid video footage Bright illustrations Average of 6-10 words per panel for clarity and digestibility Included MP4 video storybook format for flexible use in digital classrooms A Valuable Educational Resource: The video uses repetitive language, rhyming word schemes, and bright illustrations to promote word recognition, vocabulary build-up, listening skills, and reading readiness. The learning materials are suitable for group or individual lessons. Incorporation in Lessons: You can incorporate "Wiggly Tooth" into standalone Language Arts lessons or alongside Health topics related to body changes during childhood. The story serves well as an introduction to personal growth experiences. The Early Reader Series Collection Includes Titles Such As: Tails! Hats! Hats! Hats! Counting Bears, >Who’s In My Tub? > Tiitllues viarry iin tonpic antd stytyille,, pproviidinng eeducators wwith aa wiide sslecttion too chooose ffrom thaat woll eentertain ann veraquuaint tthemselves witih DDS while fostering their love for reading.</
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Wiggly Tooth, Video Storybook, Language Arts, Early Learning, Rhyming Words
Many Jobs To Choose From Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Did you know that there are two kinds of shuttle astronauts? One is a pilot astronaut and the other is a mission specialist.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Study, Career, Payload, Scientist, Research
Safari Babies Know-It-Alls! Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Safari Babies! Did you know the first thing a baby zebra learns after birth is its mother’s stripe pattern? This is how zebras recognize each other. After a foal is born it takes its first steps within an hour. Learn about the baby: lion, zebra, meerkat, warthog, elephant, hippopotamus, ostrich, gazelle, cheetah, rhinoceros, baboon, wildebeest, and giraffe. Awesome narration and sound effects plus many interesting facts, makes this audiobook fun and exciting for young science enthusiasts age 4 and up! Titles in the Know-It-Alls! Series include: Butterflies, Crocodiles, Dinosaurs, Farm Animals, Safari Babies, Snakes, Sharks, Spiders, Whales, Wolves, Puppies, Wild Cats, Bugs, Birds of Prey, Fish, Frogs, Apes, Seals, Bats, Bears, Predators, Mummies, Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Science, Learning, Safari, Animals, Education
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Aladdin rubbed the lamp, and—Whoosh! A genie appeared. “I am the Genie of the Lamp,” the genie said. “How may I serve you?” Listen to this classic tale of Aladdin, a carefree boy with big dreams, his wondrous lamp, and a powerful genie to grant his heart’s desire.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Classic Story, Aladdin, Magic, Lamp, Fiction, A La Magic Lamp
Mystery of the Missing Cat | Lucas Detective Animated Video
, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
This Lucas Detective video lesson is the Mystery of the Missing Cat. Students will enjoy joining Lucas in this animated video as they work to unveil the mystery. This is a 10 minute video.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Mystery, Detective, Cats, Animated, Measuring
Hickory Dickory Dock & More Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities
Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read & Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. From one to five, count along as the little mouse runs up and down the clock in the classic nursery rhyme “Hickory, Dickory Dock.” Then meet “Little Boy Blue” as he’s fast asleep in the haystack. Sing along with…”Hey diddle, diddle, the cat and the fiddle, the cow jumped over the moon. The little dog laughed to see such sport, and the dish ran away with the spoon.” Also includes the following favorite nursery rhymes: “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” “Pat-a-Cake, Pat-a-Cake” and “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Young learners will enjoy all six classic nursery rhymes.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Nursery, Rhymes, Classic, Counting, Numbers
Wolves Know-It-Alls! Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Wolves! Did you know a wolf can pick up the scent of an animal from a mile (1.6km) away? Awesome narration and sound effects plus many interesting facts, makes this audiobook fun and exciting for young science enthusiasts age 4 and up! Titles in the Know-It-Alls! Series include: Butterflies, Crocodiles, Dinosaurs, Farm Animals, Safari Babies, Snakes, Sharks, Spiders, Whales, Wolves, Puppies, Wild Cats, Bugs, Birds of Prey, Fish, Frogs, Apes, Seals, Bats, Bears, Predators, Mummies, Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Science, Learning, Wolves, Animals, Ebook
Tools To Predict The Weather Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids will learn about the important tools a meteorologist uses to predict the weather in this fun, rhyming audiobook.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Tools, Predictions, Barometer, Thermometer, Weather
Taking Flight Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Taking Flight Audio Book : A Teaching Resource The Taking Flight Audio Book , a resource targeted towards Kindergarten, Preschool, and Grades 1 through 3 students, focuses on eagles, hawks, owls, falcons and vultures. A Firm Handle on Fascinating Facts Did you realize that owls have adapted to become nocturnal hunters? How about the remarkable eyesight possessed by hawks that allows them to spot prey in daylight? This audio book stimulates auditory learning while also fostering an interest in zoology within young scholars. Moreover, it equips educators with robust content for teaching science subjects effectively. Versatile Learning Opportunities This tool can be incorporated into various learning scenarios: Dwhole-group instructions: Teachers can pause and discuss key points collectively; Dsmall group sessions: Students express their thoughts; Hhomework assignments:: Kids explore at their own pace at home. Your purchase includes one MP3 file for 'Taking Flight' ensuring easy accessibility across numerous devices. Also included is a fun song to aid with the learning process. An Adventure in Science! The ultimate purpose being getting children excited about exploring more facets of zoology beyond textbooks; turning a simple learning experience into an adventure with captivating narratives backed by scientific facts. Fostering Appreciation for Nature's Wonders Hence, it isn't just about teaching kids to identify these birds but also tapping into curiosity that helps them appreciate nature's myriad marvels.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Birds Of Prey, Zoology, Auditory Learning, Educational Resource, Lifecycles
Space Colonies Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Space colonies are homes in the sky. Have you ever thought about living in outer space?
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Astronaut, Live, Sky, Colonies, Math
Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook
ELA, Early Learning, Pre-K, Read Alouds, Activities
Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook The Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook is a vital educational tool with endless possibilities for teaching contexts - from traditional classrooms to home-based learning. Tailored for early learners, it specifically focuses on advancing language arts skills by diving into the world of different transportation mediums. On exploring trucks, planes and trains in this unique video storybook format, young scholars are exposed not only to realistic illustrations but also to simple sentences provoking reading along. This experience presents a captivating platform where children take in more than just thrilling visuals - they also get involved in the narrative's rhythmic flow and structure that bolsters their emerging literacy skills. The video storybook comes as an MP4 file type with an eBook style format widely adored by educators seeking flexibility in their teaching techniques. The scope of utilizing this resource extends across varying learning settings. In a class-wide setting: Teachers can project it on a big screen triggering group discussion after viewing. In small group activities or independent study: Teachers can instigate critical thinking by making students ponder on each vehicle's purpose featured in the tale, In addition to this product creating a culturally diverse atmosphere enriches students' perspectives through its equivalent Spanish version "Camiones, Aviones y Trenes" aiding them learn basic Spanish words & phrases. By including a second language within curriculum fosters cultural understanding paving way for enormous opportunities for communication skill improvement. Incorporate & Benefit! Addition of this resource into your lesson plan anchors efficient joining up of visual stimuli with structured narratives therefore gripping children’s attention while radically propelling their comprehension capacity. Venture into the exploration of an array of vehicles that drive our everyday world with Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook—an academic stepping stone to a wider understanding about varying modes of transport presented in a straightforward content ideal for curious young minds ready to learn.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Transportation, Literacy, Early Learning, Language Arts, Multimedia
Let's Learn Division Audio Book
Math, Multiplication and Division, Multiplication, Grade 3, 4, 5, Read Alouds, Activities
Music, rhythm, and cool melodies help kids master and review strategies for division. This Division audiobook includes songs that teach how to make a Fact Family and to Think Multiplication when computing division facts! Learn divisors and quotients for the facts 0-9. Track List: 1. Division Terminology 2. Rules Of Zero 3. Any Number At All : Dividing by 0 4. It Always Equals One : Dividing by Same Number 5. Just Cut It In Half : Dividing by 2 6. We're Part Of The Same Family : Division 7. We're Learning To Divide And Multiply 8. Don't You Agree? : Dividing by 3 9. Let's Explore The Facts Of Four : Dividing by 4 10. Hey, Do You Know? : Dividing by 5 11. It's The Only Way : Dividing by 6 12. The Quotient Is Seven : Dividing by 7 13. A Little Bit Of Music : Dividing by 8 14. The Fabulous Facts of Nine : Dividing by 9
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Division, Math, Divide, Learning, Numbers
When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Astronaut Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
If you are fascinated with space, you might want to consider being an astronaut. An astronaut needs to study hard in school, be in good health, and work well with others.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Astronaut, Study, Discover, Cover, Space
The Ant and The Grasshopper | Animated Aesop's Fables Video
ELA, Reading, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
This animated Aesop's Fables video is titled The Ant and The Grasshopper. Students will love to go on this adventure and learn more about fables. It is an 8-minute video.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Insects, Grasshopper, Tall Tale, Fable, Reading Story, Aesops Grasshopper, The Ant And The Grasshopper Video
Let's Learn About Wild Animals Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids learn about bears, zebras, elephants, tigers, koalas, gorillas, and crocodiles as they take a walk in the wild! Kids will learn that the average elephant eats up to 16 hours a day, sleeps about 5 hours a day, drinks up to 80 gallons of water each day, and poops up to eighty pounds a day! Authentic sound effects and lively music will keep kids engaged and learning about a variety of different wild animals. Young animal lovers will learn the difference between a crocodile and an alligator, that koalas are not bears, that the most ferocious big cat is the tiger, and that gorillas live in close-knit bands, and are strong, intelligent animals.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Bear, Zebra, Elephant, Tiger, Lion
FIVE SENSES IN THE RAINFOREST MINI BOOK AND SENSORY ACTIVITIES
ELA, Reading, Math, Early Math, Counting, STEM, Kindergarten, Activities, Crafts, Games, Read Alouds, Worksheets & Printables
Australia’s Daintree rainforest is the perfect destination for Pre-K and kindergarten learners to focus on their five senses. Within the pages of this product your learners will be invited to explore the rainforest biome through sensory friendly activities. From a read-along mini book to exciting STEM activities, this product is not only engaging but also aligns with several educational standards. It’s a must-have addition to your science and/or rainforest themed curriculum. In the story, Fantastic Five , learners will be introduced to some of Australia’s most unique inhabitants such as the cassowary, platypus, glow worm, and bandicoot. Using colorful graphics, rhyming, and repetitive text, the book is one you’ll find yourself reading aloud again and again. Additionally, there is an interactive version of the story that allows your learners to build personal connections to learning and gives them a mini book to share with family and friends. Following their reading adventure, they’ll be in for a variety of sensory experiences as they paint with the scent of peppermint, examine the way water splashes in a waterfall, and create their very own hairy rambutan. There is also a set of interactive PowerPoint slides that give your learners the opportunity to use their sense of hearing via STEM technology. No matter what your teaching environment, whether traditional classroom, resource center, or homeschool, this product is sure to be a hit with your young learners. Some prep work is necessary for a few of the activities, but you will also find time-saving print and go worksheets. Both color and black & white versions of the book and worksheets are included, as well as an answer key. Below is a list of activity details for you to check out. BOOKS: Two versions of “Fantastic Five” – one a basic read-along, the other an interactive read-along. STEM: Activity 1: Two Australian tour guides will lead learners through 19 PowerPoint slides where they will listen to rainforest sounds and play a fun thumbs-up/thumbs-down game. Activity 2: learners will build a bandicoot pouch and estimate the number of bandicoot joeys that can fit inside. Activity 3: through the use of water play, learners will investigate the way water splashes from various heights. CRAFTIVITIES: #1: using glow-in-the-dark paint, learners will paint a glow worm and learn a fun rhyme #2: while listening to relaxing rainforest rain sounds, learners will use pipettes to create a watercolor masterpiece. #3: using peppermint scented paint, learners will create their own version of the Daintree’s peppermint stick bug. #4: with pre-cut yarn pieces, learners will cover the rambutan fruit in soft, hair-like spikes. WORKSHEETS: #1: counting, writing numbers, 1-to-1 correspondence, drawing #2: /ee/ and /oo/ sounds, coloring, auditory discrimination #3: differentiating between pleasant and unpleasant scents, circling, crossing out #4: comparing kiwifruit and dragon fruit, labeling, writing, coloring #5: sorting flavors (sweet, sour, spicy), cutting, gluing #6: tracing (curves and zigzags), drawing #7: identifying weather appropriate clothing to wear in the rainforest, coloring, drawing
Author Quail Trail Products
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Tags Rainforest, Australia, Daintree, Five Senses, Sensory, STEM, Crafts, Math, Mini Book, Science