Ten Apples Up On Top Preschool Craft
Introduction
Ten Apples Up On Top is a classic children's book by Dr. Seuss. It tells the story of three animals, a lion, a dog, and a tiger, who compete to see who can balance the most apples on their heads. The book is a fun way to introduce counting and basic math skills to preschoolers. In this article, we will share a Ten Apples Up On Top preschool craft that you can do with your little ones.
Materials
To make this craft, you will need:
- Construction paper in various colors
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
- Apple template (you can draw your own or print one from the internet)
Instructions
Follow these steps to make your own Ten Apples Up On Top craft:
- Trace the apple template onto red construction paper and cut out ten apples.
- Trace the animal templates (lion, dog, and tiger) onto different colored construction paper and cut out three of each animal.
- Glue the animals onto a piece of white construction paper, leaving enough space for the apples to be placed on their heads.
- Color the animals and add any additional details you like, such as eyes, noses, and mouths.
- Glue the apples onto the animals' heads, trying to see how many each animal can balance.
Variations
There are many variations you can make to this craft to suit your child's interests and abilities. Here are a few ideas:
- Use different animal templates, such as a bear, a monkey, or a giraffe.
- Make the apples different colors or patterns.
- Instead of gluing the apples onto the animals' heads, make them into magnets or stickers that can be placed and removed easily.
- Encourage your child to come up with their own story or game to go along with the craft.
Conclusion
The Ten Apples Up On Top preschool craft is a fun and educational activity that can help children develop their fine motor skills, counting skills, and creativity. By adding their own personal touches to the craft, children can feel a sense of pride and ownership over their creation. We hope you have fun making this craft with your little ones!