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This month’s theme explores the holidays via the five senses with special emphasis on baking, seasonal trees, and Christmas traditions. Literacy activities to build comprehension skills and develop print concepts are provided for Twas was the Night Before Christmas, The Sweet Smell of Christmas, A Wish to Be a Christmas Tree, and Dr.

Children become scientific investigators as they explore pumpkins inside and out using all five of their senses. The fun doesn't end there though because the leftover pumpkin seeds and pulp are perfect for cooking and sensory activites galore!

Grade, Age Range or Specialized Learner: Multi-age, Preschool/Pre-K, 3-5 year old

Daily calendar activities provide a variety of opportunities for reinforcing important number concepts. Here, one KidsSoup member shares how she incorporates patterning into her classroom's calendar routine.

Week 4 of the On The Table theme celebrates Thanksgiving and the spirit of gratitude. Children express thanks for their many blessings through art, writing, reading, movement, and song. In addition, they will learn how to set a table in order to participate in preparations on the big day.

As a lead up to Thanksgiving, Week 3 of the On The Table theme presents a bounty of activities, games, and crafts that focus on the fall harvest and foods that are often served on feast day. This week's book, The Beastly Feast by Bruce Goldstone, is full of rhyming fun and bright colorful characters.