Kindergarten Reference Resources
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Sunflowers, Van Gogh, and You
Students will taste sunflower seeds, plant sunflowers, research Vincent van Gogh, and paint a picture of a sunflower.SubjectsSocial Studies and HistoryCommunity and Ways of Life -
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The Henry Books: A Teacher's Guide
Introduce students to the life and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau through the Henry Bear picture books and related…Subjects:Literary BiographiesNonfiction LiteratureLiterature -
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Learn About Susan B. Anthony
A perfect activity for younger children for Women's History Month! Students will create their own book about Susan B.…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySuffrage and Women's Rights -
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DK in the Classroom
Bring the wonderful world of DK in to your classroom. Become an instant expert on science and social studies topics…Subjects:Foreign LanguagesLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Birthday Buddies
Students will prepare research projects about a famous person who shares their birthdate.SubjectsTeaching Bunny Cakes by Rosemary WellsBooksLiterature -
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Eye Wonder: Mammals
The natural world of mammals is introduced through full-color photography matched with clearly written text to build a…SubjectsAnimals (Zoology)BiologyScience -
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Eye Wonder: Birds
Fly with amazing birds over deserts, seas, woodlands, and lush rainforests. A wealth of facts, combined with dramatic…SubjectsAnimals (Zoology)Spring SeasonBiology -
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Learn About Johnny Appleseed
Johnny Appleseed is an American folk legend who was also a real person.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAgriculture -
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Abraham Lincoln Biography & Mini-Book
Students read a biography of Abraham Lincoln, and then put together an illustrated book about him.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryPresident Abraham Lincoln -
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Studio 54
Interesting facts and fun activities related to the Studio 54 disco in New York. -
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Create a Scrapbook Icebreaker
Creating scrapbooks about themselves can lead pupils to studying autobiographies.SubjectsCreative WritingWritingLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Carleton Kendrick Ed.M., LCSW
Learn about Carleton Kendrick, a family therapist and parenting expert.Subjects:AuthorsLiteratureReading and Literature -
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Garrett Morgan Coloring Page
Read about Garrett Morgan, a famous African-American inventor, and color in the picture.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistoryInventions -
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Betsy Ross Little Book
Students read a brief biography of Betsy Ross, after which they put together a Betsy Ross book.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySuffrage and Women's Rights -
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Benjamin Franklin Little Book
Put together a kite-shaped lift-tab book about Benjamin Franklin's accomplishments.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryPolitical Figures -
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Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue
Interesting facts and fun activities related to Christopher Columbus's voyage.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryDiscovery and ExplorationAmerican History/U.S. History -
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Biography of J.K. Rowling
Read about the life and work of J.K. Rowling, the author of the popular Harry Potter series.Subjects:Teaching Harry PotterBooksLiterature -
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Jerry Spinelli Biography
A biography of Newbery Award-Winning author Jerry Spinelli. One of his most popular children's book is Maniac Magee,…Subjects:BaseballSportsPhysical Education and Fitness -
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E.B. White Biography
Share this biography on E.B. White, the author of Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, with your young readers.Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionNovels -
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Little Brainwaves Investigate: Animals
Along with the illustrated Little Brainwaves characters, younger kids can explore the world of animals, climbing around…SubjectsAnimals (Zoology)BiologyScience -
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Eye Wonder: Explorer
This action-packed book charts the journeys of brave travelers, looking at the challenges they faced and the discoveries…SubjectsSocial Studies and HistoryDiscovery and ExplorationExplorers' Voyages and Travel -
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Learn About Lewis and Clark
Trace the route followed by Lewis and Clark to and from the Pacific Ocean. Through which states do you pass?Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryExplorersAmerican History/U.S. History -
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Learn About Pocahontas
Pocahontas was a young Native American girl who helped forge amicable relations between Native Americans and English…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryNative-American History (American Indians)Culture and Diversity -
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George Washington: Father of Our Country
Create a pop-up book about George Washington that recounts his military service, presidency, and legacy.Subjects:American History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and HistoryU.S. Presidents