ABC Dough

Make alphabet letters using play dough.

• The book - Albert’s Alphabet
• Paper or plastic to cover the table
• Bought play dough or make your own

Arthur’s Birthday

Design a birthday invitation inviting all of Arthur’s friends to his party.

• The book – Arthur’s Birthday
• Construction paper
• Birthday stickers
• Pencils
• Markers or crayons
• Scissors

Catch a Word

• The book - Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
• Magnetic alphabet letters
• Plastic pail
• Two or three foot long sticks
• String
• Magnets
• Cookie sheets

Digging Up a Story

Identify the characters in the story and relate them to real life.

• The book - A Children’s Zoo
• A large tub
• Sand, rice, oatmeal or pasta
• Toy animals or characters that relate to the story
• Digging tools

Investigating Books

Take a closer look at books.

• Various picture books
• Magnifying glasses
• Toilet paper and paper towel rolls
• Flashlight
• Stuffed animals and puppets

Puzzling Times

Take the puzzle apart and put it back together. Talk about the puzzle.

• Various puzzles