October 14, 2012

PUMPKIN ADJECTIVES - CRAFTIVITY + CENTERS

Okay, so I am a little behind the 8-ball on this Halloween themed activity, but I figured better a little late than never . . . and it's a super easy one to slip in the mix.  I know cuz I tried this ditty out just last week!  And, despite all of the utter craziness that last week had to offer, this little set of adjective activities delighted the kiddos, covered a common core standard, and didn't cause any undo stress on me (one tired as all get out teacher).  With this said, let me present to you . . . 


This puppy has a cute craftivity as well as multiple center/independent activities that all focus on one very important part of speech.  My kids had a ball creating their own adjective pumpkins last week . . . 


Decisions . . . decisions!  Selecting the perfect adjective.
Going to town in the creative department!

Check out the finished product!  And, yup . . . that's a booger hanging out of "silly's" nose.
Are these my kids, or are these my kids??!!
I used the throw away black and white adjectives for this, but I made super cute color ones for the packet that you can attach to each pumpkin and hang for the best learning-based bulletin board.  

Here's a little look-see at the rest of the packet.  It has pumpkin craftivity templates (if that's how you roll), two follow up writing activities, an adjective hunt, and multiple center/independent activity options.  CLICK HERE to take a closer look.  




Speaking of pumpkins and Halloween . . . have y'all heard about the "No Tricks, Just Treats" Giveaway going on over at Queen of the First Grade Jungle??  Well, sweet Katie has outdone herself this time by puttin' together a heart-stoppin' contest!  Take my word for it - this is one you do not want to miss.  Click on her button below to enter today!


Just look at what you can win . . . holy guac and chips friends!!!
This is the "queen" mutha of all Halloween Giveaways :)

Alright sweet friends.  I am off to work on my next packet.  WOW vs. BLAH Sentences has been waiting in the wings for weeks and now that my Fall Break is here I am ready to get 'er done!  I'll be back much sooner than usual with this and another Halloween freebie ;)  Thanks again for taking the time to visit.



17 comments:

  1. What a GREAT idea!!! I love it! We just did spider adjectives, so I'm thinking pumpkin adjectives might be the perfect follow up!!!

    We're also having a giveaway! We hope you'll stop by and enter!!!

    Enjoy your Sunday :)

    Halle
    Across the Hall in 2nd Grade

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    1. I just entered . . . I hope I am one of your BIG winners! What a great giveaway :) Thanks for saying "hello" today!

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  2. GREAT IDEA, KELLY!! Your students are so creative and imaginative!

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    1. Thank you . . . I was really proud of how creative they were able to get :)

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  3. Kelley, I puffy heart this activity!!! :)Can I be in your class please?? Great job friend!
    Lisa
    Learning Is Something to Treasure

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  4. Love it sweet friend!! My babies have major trouble thinking of describing words, so this will be great!
    Vickie

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    1. Hooray!!! Let me know how it goes. Thanks for droppin' in for a little visit, girl ;)

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  5. Love this! :)
    Your pumpkins are so cute.

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    1. Miss Nelson, will be booing tomorrow :) Thanks for poppin' back in friend.

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  6. Very cute pumpkins and adjectives to go with them! I am sure the kids had lots of fun!
    Lori
    Conversations in Literacy

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    1. Thanks Lori . . . they were grinnin' and gigglin' the whole time :)

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  7. Super cute! I love how different the pumpkins turn out!
    ❤Teri
    A Cupcake for the Teacher

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  8. I just love this! I am a HUGE advocate of kid work, not cookie cutter stuff. Your blog is adorable too! I'm so glad that I ran across it! I'm your newest follower!

    Hilary
    Rockin' Teacher Materials

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  9. Your adjective pumpkins came out so cute! And I just giggled out loud at "holy guac and chips friends!!!"
    -Lovely Nina

    Lovely Little Learners

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  10. These are adorable Kelley!!! I especially LOVE how the kiddos get to design them...I am craft challenged and cannot even make things "cute" with a template! Lol! =)

    You are amazing!

    Heather
    Heather's Heart

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