Mom2Punkerdoo: Paper Bag Basket

It's Thematic Thursday and I am linking up with Comprehension Connection to share some fun ideas for Thanksgiving. I can't believe how quickly it's creeping up on us!

Back in October I shared one of my favorite Thanksgiving crafts during the Tricks and Treats Blog Hop. See the post for instructions on how to make this simple basket out of paper bags,

It so happens that I opened my store last November and my very first Freebie was this Thanksgiving Patterning activity. I didn't know at the time if Mom2punkerdoo was going to be successful venture, but as it turns out my store is steadily growing and I am having a blast! Click below to grab this freebie now!

Click to download freebie!

I've got a few additional Thanksgiving products in my store, including this most recent Turkey Coloring Glyph.

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My Pinterest addiction has also helped me to gather enough Thanksgiving ideas for at least 5 more years! This board includes ideas for both school and home. Have fun browsing and I hope you find some ideas you'd like to try this Thanksgiving!

Follow Mom2punkerdoo's board Thanksgiving Fun! on Pinterest.

Be sure to link back to Comprehension Connection for more Thanksgiving ideas!

Tricks

I love this trick almost as much as the gal who taught it to me! Mrs.B. was one of my two fantastic mentors way back when I first started teaching. I can't begin to tell you how much I learned from her. I still wish I could sneak inside her brain and soak up all her knowledge and wisdom. I am so very lucky to call her friend!

Check out this oh so simple and not to mention inexpensive basket idea from Mrs. B.

Materials:
3-4 brown bags*
Scissors
Stapler
Misc. decorating supplies

*Bag size depends on how big you want your basket. I like these medium bags. I think they are easier for kids to fold and they make the absolute perfect size basket.

I've used these baskets in a variety of different ways over the years. A particular favorite was the year we filled them with the Blessing Mix we made for our study buddies at Thanksgiving. They also make a great presentation for parent volunteer thank you gifts.

Here is a little freebie you can use to attach to your finished product!

Click to download freebie!

Treats

How about some math treats? I've got my fun new Halloween math patterning center activity 50% off during the Tricks & Treats Blog Hop! Plus all my other math patterning activities are 20% off all weekend long, including my bundle that has a whole year of themed math patterning centers.

If you are looking for a fun activity to reinforce patterning with your students or you just need a quick review page to make sure they've nailed the concept then check these out.

Math Patterning Sets Include: