Are you learning about the butterfly life-cycle? This writing craftivity is the perfect way to display all of the wonderful butterfly facts your little ones have learned. Easy Prep There is never enough time in the day for all of the things on teacher's to-do lists. These craftivities are designed to be low-prep, yet engaging for students. They also make adorable bulletin board displays. Test out this free butterfly craftivity to see how easy it is to add into your writing block. Simply print the writing page that best meets ... read more
Rainbow Color Words Playdough Mats
Are you looking for a fun way to practice learning color words? These playdough mats are a fun and engaging way to practice the colors of the rainbow. This free resource even comes with a bonus rainbow making mat to practice putting the colors in rainbow order. Getting Ready These playdough mats are low-prep, but loads of fun. Simply print them on cardstock, slice the word building cards apart, then laminate. I highly recommend laminating so that the playdough will easily come off. Then just set the cards out with your playdough ... read more
Free Penguin Writing Craftivity
Penguins are such a fun animal to teach about during the wintertime. Since writing is one of my favorite things to teach, I wanted to share this adorable writing craftivity that you can use to complement your penguin unit. It also makes a perfect display for your hallway or bulletin board. Getting Ready This writing activity comes with differentiated writing lines so that you can pick the option that is appropriate for your writers. There is a large dotted-line option for your earliest writers, a regular sized dotted center option, and ... read more
Build an Igloo STEM Activity
Are you looking for a fun winter STEM activity? This igloo building freebie will get your students thinking like scientists while they build their own miniature igloos. What you will need: You will need to have some building materials available for this project. We used sugar cubes, icing, marshmallows and toothpicks. It is also nice to build them on a piece of paper or paper plate since this project can get a little sticky. You do not have to use these same items to build with. You are welcome to be ... read more
How to Make a Gingerbread House Free Writing Craftivity
I love watching the creativity kids use when they create their own gingerbread houses. Plus, the teacher in me can't help but notice the STEM benefits in this festive tradition. But this year, I wanted to add in some writing practice as well. I hope that you enjoy this darling "How to Make a Gingerbread House" FREE writing craftivity. Simple Prep Just print the topper and writing pages you need and you are ready to go. Easy Peasy! This craftivity is a free sample of my Winter Writing Craftivities. ... read more
Counting Clip Cards
Are you looking to add more hands-on math activities into your daily schedule? I have some wonderful resources to share with you that are engaging, hands-on, and perfect to store in task boxes for quick grab n' go centers. I have thrown in an adorable set of counting clip cards for free, so you can test them out for yourself. Counting Clip Cards Counting clip cards are a wonderful way for students to practice counting a group of objects using one to one correspondence. They then use their fine motor skills to clip the correct ... read more
Simple Halloween Crafts for Kids
Are you looking for easy crafts to celebrate Halloween? These simple and spooky crafts are sure to be a hit with all little boys and ghouls. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase using these links I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Craft Stick Mummies This little craft is perfect to work on fine motor skills. Little ones get to wrap up their mummies and then they have their own little toy when they are finished. My kids have loved playing with their ... read more
How to Make Pumpkin Pie {Free Flip Book}
Are you looking for a way to help your students organize their expository writing? This FREE flip book has clear transition words that help guide young writers as they explain the steps it takes to make pumpkin pie. Getting Ready The prep for this flip book is quite simple. Just print your pages and trim them just above the dotted line. Then assemble them in order and place two staples along the top. I alternated between orange and white paper, but you can print them on all white paper if you would like. The Activity I ... read more
The Best Back-to-School Books
As a former 1st grade teacher, and mom to 4 little ones, I believe in the power of picture books. The stories model important skills and problem solving techniques. Kids relate to the characters and imagine themselves in their shoes. They begin to see the characters' perspectives and feel a sense of empathy for their plights and dilemmas. As children begin each new school year they are faced with many emotions. They can range from super excited to anxious and worried. I have compiled a list of some of my favorite back-to-school books that ... read more
How To Make Water Beads Educational
Okay, have you tried water beads?! These tiny balls of fun will entertain your kids for hours... maybe even days! I wanted to share a few ideas on how you can use these to help your children learn while playing. Win, win! Plus, I have included a "Catch & Count" free printable that is exclusive to literacywiththelittles.com. What are they? First of all, let me tell you what they are. The set I bought is called "Marvel Beads." It came as an 8 oz baggie of tiny colorful balls. The instructions say to ... read more
