Monday, February 16, 2015

Shapes

This weeks book is Mouse Shapes by Ellen Stoll Walsh



"What can you make with one oval, two circles, and eight triangles? Just ask three clever mice--who even find a funny way to trick a sneaky cat." This book teaches children about different types of shapes, and allows children to use their imaginations to build different objects with the mice in the story. 

Read along with the book here

Shape Song:
Watch the video here

Activity 1:
You can find these free printable's at Coloring Pages for Kids 

Activity 2:
Help children draw shapes in the shaving cream.
Added bonus: it cleans your counter, and they will be entertained for hours! :)

Supplies needed:
-Shaving Cream
-Counter top


Activity 3:
Build shapes with popsicle sticks, or pipe cleaners!
For more ideas, and pictures click here





Snack Time!

Different Shaped Sugar Cookies! 
For this snack you will need:
-Cookie recipe of your choice
-Cookie Cutters (variety of shapes)
- Frosting



My personal favorite for teaching circles are lollipop sugar cookies! 
They are definitely a hit with kids!

You can find the instructions on Occasional Cookies blog :) 



Snack #2:
For this snack you will need: 
-Pretzels 
-Marshmallows 







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