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Thanksgiving math/science
By Gail

I have cut out some turkey bodies from construction paper then laminated them. Then I've written a number from 1 - 12 on the front. The children attach velcro feathers to the turkey to match the number. On the back I have
a simple math sentence like 4+3= The children add the feathers and write the number on the turkey. Two levels of activity for different abilities.
The children could try sorting or making patterns with a variety of seeds.
Have a pumpkin or squash in the class. You can examine it, estimate it's size and weight, describe it's appearance and texture, talk about what would happen if

you left it out or cooked it or froze it. Carve the pumpkin and examine the inside, clean and sort the seeds, roast/toast them and taste, count the seeds. This pumpkin could take up an entire full day if you added reading, writing, illustrating, cooking etc.
Good Luck!
Gail