summer activities
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Classroom Lemonade Stand
Summer play just isn’t complete without a lemonade stand. Whether you’re setting up a real stand or just pretending, here are all of my favorite supplies for a classroom lemonade stand. All links are affiliates. Hand Citrus Press Citrus Juicer Plastic Lemons and Lemon Slices Reusable Ice Cubes Silicone Lemon Slice Ice Cube Trays Plastic Pitchers Lemonade Stand Clear Plastic Tumbler Glasses
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Preschool Lemonade Theme
Lemons can support so many different learning experiences. This fact makes them the perfect topic to explore in the classroom. Here’s a great list of inspiring ideas for preschool activities that cover all the bases! Science Math Language Social Motor
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Lemonade Activities for Preschool
Lemonade is the perfect theme for summer! I’ve got some amazing lemon activities for you, but these are a bit different than what I typically offer because they’re only available as part of my July Month of Preschool resource. This set includes four full weeks of preschool materials with 4th of July, beach, shark, and lemonade themes so that you have everything you need for an entire month of summer learning! Here are all of the lemon activities that are included: Find all of these, and more great preschool activities in my July Month of Preschool set. I have all of the months available individually, and together in one giant…
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Ice Cream Social Supplies
I’m happy with any excuse for a party! This one is a little bittersweet – so ice cream felt like the perfect theme. A “last day of summer” party is a great way to help children mark the end of one season and move into the school year with a positive attitude. This can also be a really powerful tool for the classroom. If you have students that have been with you all summer and they’ll continue to stay with you throughout the school year, this can help make that mindset change from summer to the school year. It’s also a great way to say goodbye to children who were…
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Making Ice Cream in the Classroom
This recipe only requires two ingredients (yay!) but you can add your favorite flavorings and toppings for something a little special. It also needs time to set up in the freezer, so this is the perfect treat to make in the morning and enjoy in the afternoon (or the next day). You’ll need 2 cups of heavy cream and a 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk. Use a stand mixer to whip the heavy cream, you want it to be light and fluffy just like whipped cream. Set the whipped cream aside and open your can of sweetened condensed milk. Pour it into a large bowl and add any…
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Printable Ice Cream Activities for Preschool
Nothing says summer like ice cream! Here are some resources for a theme that is pure fun and joy – but fair warning, these might make you a little hungry!
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Classroom Beach Day Supplies
The best thing about a day at the beach is that it stimulates ALL of your sense. You can definitely recreate this in the classroom with a little planning. Here are my favorite supplies for a multi-sensory classroom beach day. All links are affiliates Striped Beach Towels Kinetic Sand Beach Sand Beach Fragrance Spray Kids’ Sunglasses Nature Sound Machine Mixed Seashells Sand Toys If you are lucky enough to get a day at the REAL beach, make sure to check out this post with all of my favorite supplies for a trip to the beach.
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Preschool Beach Day in the Classroom
Visiting the beach isn’t always possible, BUT you can always create your own beach experience. This is one of my absolute favorite ways to celebrate summer in the classroom. Here are some fun posts to inspire your beach day plans – make sure to check back in on Friday for some of my favorite supplies for a multi-sensory beach setup. Friday Freebie – Beach Counting Books about the beach Dramatic Play Beach Props Beach-themed Sand Play Beach Play – Without the Beach
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Preschool Beach Theme
It’s not summer without a day at the beach – even if that day at the beach happens in the classroom! Here are my favorite printable Beach Preschool Activities to support your summer beach theme. Click on the images for more information.
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Exploring Vegetable Gardening in the Classroom
Growing vegetables with young children can be a powerful way to introduce them to foods that they otherwise might not try. Many children struggle to enjoy vegetables, and growing their own gives them a vested interest in how they’re used, which means eating them. While many programs are able to create beautiful vegetable gardens with their students, that isn’t always possible. There are many other ways to explore vegetables and gardening without actually creating and maintaining a garden as a class. Here are some ideas.
