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Free Letter Q Printable Do a Dot Pages

October 15, 2021 by Sarah

These letter Q printable dot pages are the perfect addition to any preschool letter of the week program. They come in 8 different versions: uppercase and lowercase in both color and black & white, as well as versions that include tracing practice and versions that don’t.

Before I share the download link for the letter Q do a dot printable worksheets I’m going to talk about a few different fun ways that you can use these printables beyond just using them for dot markers (although that’s fun too). Then, you can download the pages at the bottom of this post.

Free Letter Q Printable Do a Dot Pages

Letter Q Do a Dot Printable Pages

Dot marker pages are great because they can be used in so many different ways. A lot of posts that share do a dot printables don’t talk about the variety of ways you can differentiate them. But there are SO MANY. Just have a look at all of my other do a dot pages and you’ll see they aren’t just for dot markers.

In this post I’ll share with you several different fun ways you can use the letter Q free printable do a dot pages. But there are so many others. Get creative with it, try to think of things that would help to stick with the theme of the letter Q is for Queen printable and your child will have so much fun doing the pages as they learn about letter formation for letter Q, letter recognition, practice fine motor skills, one-to-one coordination, and more.

At the bottom of this post you’ll find the link to download the free letter Q printable pages so be sure to stick around to the end.

Letter Q Printable With Dot Markers

I always like to first share what the dot marker page would look like with dot markers, because they are so fun and cute. I also love that dot markers come in a wide variety of colors: like rainbow colors, brilliant colors, ultra bright shimmer, metallic shimmer, and so many more. So your child doesn’t have to just use one color, give them a whole box (or more) of colors so they can really get really creative with it.

If you choose to have your child do the letter Q do a dot printable pages with dot markers, they are getting great fine motor practice, strengthening their grip, practicing coordination and preciseness, as well as practicing one-to-one coordination. All great skills preschoolers need to practice (and even toddler and young elementary kids too)!

Letter Q Printable With Colored Pencils

If your child loves to color, colored pencils are a great option because it helps them to practice holding a pencil while they do something fun like coloring.

Print out the black and white version with tracing practice of these letter Q printable do a dot worksheets and your child will have a great worksheet to use with colored pencils and even practice tracing. You can even have them color in the dots on the page for extra practice with staying in the lines.

What’s great about these dot pages too is that they come with nice thick black lines around the pictures which gives children learning to color a little wiggle room to help them stay in the lines, which can be a great confidence booster.

Letter Q Printable With Play Dough

Another super fun 100% kid approved way to use these letter Q printable dot marker pages is with play dough! Play dough is a wonderful tool to practice fine motor skills and build up finger and hand muscles — all while they play and have fun — super sneaky in an educational way! 😉

A great way to use these dot worksheets with play dough is to have them practice forming balls with the correct amount of dough, then once they place each play dough ball, have them squish down each ball with their finger — trust me, they’ll love it. Kids love to squish play dough! lol

For this letter Q is for Queen printable I thought the yellow dough looks great on the red “q” because it makes me think of a crown. And by the way, I love these little mini tubs of play dough for worksheets like this because it’s just the right amount of play dough and they come in so many colors. Just be sure to find a better way to seal them (maybe with clear wrap) because the tubs for this off brand are not air tight. You could also buy the name brand PlayDoh mini tubs, but they don’t come in as many colors.

Letter Q Printable With Magnetic Thumb Tacks

Out of all the methods for using these letter Q is for Queen printable dot pages, this one was my favorite. These magnetic thumb tacks are really fun for kids and the yellow ones really make this one resemble a crown for the queen. So cute!

Magnetic thumb tacks are typically really enjoyable for kids because they love magnets. Just plop the letter Q printable dot worksheet onto a cookie sheet (the one pictured is a Dollar Tree cookie sheet), and they’ll have a blast matching the magnetic push pins to the dot marker page.

If you decide to pick up these magnetic push pins just be sure to grab the multi-colored pack to make it even more fun for your child.

Grab The Letter Q Free Printable Do a Dot Pages

As you can see, these letter Q free printable do a dot pages are for more than just dot markers. There are so many ways you can use them, and now that you have a few ideas for how to do the dot marker pages with your preschooler, let’s get to the download.

You can download the letter Q do a dot worksheets by clicking the button below. Then you can print them out, laminate them (if desired) and enjoy watching your preschooler learn all about the letter Q!

To get your free printable, CLICK HERE

Looking for more ideas on how to teach the letter Q? Have a look at my other letter Q printables and resources available here.

Need alphabet do a dot printables for other letters? You can view the previous letter P printable dot pages here, and the next letter R printable dot pages here. Or view all the do a dot pages on this page.

Filed Under: Alphabet, Pre-k, Preschool, Toddler Tagged With: Do a Dot Pages, Letter Q

Free Letter H Printable Do a Dot Pages

October 14, 2021 by Sarah

Are you looking for a letter H printable for your preschool letter of the week? These letter H do a dot printable pages are perfect for helping children learn about the letter H. These letter H free printable do a dot pages come in eight different versions including both color and black and white options, as well as worksheets that have a handwriting practice area and ones that don’t.

Before we get to the free letter H do a dot printable download, let’s look at some fun ways you can use these letter H printable worksheets.

Letter H Printable Do a Dot Pages

Letter H Do a Dot Printable Pages

Do a dot printable pages are a great type of worksheet for kids that is versatile and fun. You can use them in multiple different ways (beyond just dot markers) to teach letter formation in a hands on and tactile way for preschoolers and young children.

In this post I’ll share with you several different ways that you can use these letter H do a dot printable pages, but keep in mind that you can use them in a lot of other ways too. Browse around my other do a dot printable pages for more inspiration and ideas.

After I share a few ideas with you, you can grab the letter H printable dot pages at the bottom of this post.

Letter H Printable With Dot Markers

First let’s look at how you can use the letter H do a dot pages with dot markers. In my experience most kids love dot markers and have a lot of fun with them. They might seem a little boring, but trust me, kids love them.

Doing the letter H dot pages with dot markers helps kids to strengthen their hands, practice their coordination (getting the dot just inside the circle) and re-enforcing one-to-one correspondence.

I also have included a black and white version that you can use to have your child color (if they like coloring) and then use the dot markers.

  • Letter H Do a Dot Printable with Dot Markers
  • Letter H Do a Dot Printable with Dot Markers

Letter H Printable As a Worksheet

Another way that you can use these letter H printables is as a whole worksheet. If you need them to have something to do independently or if you need a worksheet to go with your letter H unit, then these would work great for that.

To use the letter H do a dot pages as a full worksheet just print out the black and white version with tracing (uppercase or lowercase). Then have them color the page, fill in the dots as desired (with dot stickers, fun shaped stickers, dot markers, or just color), and then trace the word included on the page.

As a worksheet, the letter H do a dot pages are great for teaching independent work, helping them practice sitting still, as well as all the other skills that are learned as they complete the page (coloring, stickers, dot markers, tracing, etc.)

  • Letter H Dot Page Worksheet

Letter H Printable With Multiple Manipulatives

If you’d prefer to have your child practice some fine motor skills, then using the letter H printable as a center mat with multiple manipulatives is a great choice.

You can choose any type of manipulative that your child enjoys using: magnets, pom poms, bingo chips, unifix cubes, play dough, mini erasers, etc. Or use a combination like I’ve done below, which can be a great tactile experience for kids.

Using a combination of 2-4 different manipulatives with the letter H do a dot printable pages is also a great way to incorporate teaching patterns. Have them alternate the manipulatives in a specific pattern as they fill in the page for some extra math skills practice.

  • Letter H Do a Dot Page With Multiple Manipulatives
  • Letter H Do a Dot Page With Multiple Manipulatives

Letter H Printable With Heart Shaped Gems

I always love to pull out any kind of themed manipulatives, like these heart shaped gems I used for this letter H dot page. They’re cute and kids love when the manipulatives they use are on theme so they fit perfectly with the heart worksheet.

If you’re doing one of my other do a dot printable pages, you can choose other manipulatives that are on theme. Some ideas would be: mini erasers, shaped gems, buttons, etc.

In the case of the heart gems for this letter H printable page they can also be another great opportunity to teach patterns if you have multiple colors like with these hearts.

  • Letter H Printable With Heart Shaped Gems
  • Letter H Printable With Heart Shaped Gems

Grab The Letter H Free Printable Do a Dot Pages

Now you have some great ideas for how to use these fun and versatile letter H do a dot printable pages. Remember to keep it creative and fun for your child and they will absolutely enjoy learning about the letter H with these worksheets.

You can download the letter H do a dot printable pages by clicking the button below. Then you can print them out, laminate them (if desired) and enjoy teaching your preschooler about the letter H!

To get your free printable, CLICK HERE

Looking for more ideas on how to teach the letter H? Have a look at my other letter H printables and resources available here.

Need alphabet do a dot printables for other letters? You can view the previous letter G printable dot pages here, and the next letter I printable dot pages here. Or view all the do a dot pages here.

Filed Under: Alphabet, Pre-k, Preschool, Toddler Tagged With: Do a Dot Pages, Letter H

Easy 4th of July Crafts for Kids

July 3, 2020 by Sarah

Celebrating Independence Day with some fun and easy 4th of July crafts for kids can be so much fun! Here I’ve rounded up over 50 festive 4th of July crafts for toddlers, preschoolers, and other young kids to get in on the holiday festivities.

Easy 4th of July Crafts for Kids

Fun and Easy 4th of July Crafts for Toddlers and Up

There are so many great ways to celebrate the Independence of our country. It’s a fun day for everyone to get together, have great food, watch the fireworks, and appreciate the precious freedom that we have.

And there are a lot of great ways that you can help your kids to get in on the festivities too.

You can read them some great 4th of July books to help teach them about the meaning of the holiday.

You can play fun holiday games with them, and make sure they do all the classics like play with sparklers and watch the fireworks.

And if you and your kids are crafty, it’s a great time to break out the red, white, and blue craft supplies and make some fun and festive 4th of July crafts for kids and the whole family. Below I’ve rounded up a whole slew of creative 4th of July crafts for toddlers and older kids that you and your kids of all ages can try to make. Enjoy!

4th of July Crafts for Kids

  • Firework Salt Painting
    1. Firework Salt Painting
  • Star Hat Craft
    2. Star Hat Craft
  • Patriotic Bead and Straw Necklace
    3. Patriotic Bead and Straw Necklace
  • Pom Pom American Flag Painting
    4. Pom Pom American Flag Painting

1. Your kids will have a blast making these gorgeous firework salt painting craft projects to celebrate the 4th of July. Busy Mommy Media

2. Help your kids to create a craft they can wear to the 4th of July fireworks show with this cute star hat craft. Styles at Life

3. Complete the fireworks ensemble with this fun patriotic necklace craft. This one is great for fine motor practice too! Buggy and Buddy

4. Kids love to paint, especially with strange objects! So your children will have so much fun painting this American flag with pom poms. Crafty Morning

  • Popsicle Stick Flags
    5. Popsicle Stick Flags
  • Foam Glasses Craft Kit
    6. Foam Glasses Craft Kit
  • Patriotic Hand Print Craft
    7. Patriotic Hand Print Craft
  • Paper Plate Flag Craft
    8. Paper Plate Flag Craft

5. Give your kids their own special flag to wave around at the parade or fireworks with these easy 4th of July Popsicle stick flags. Glued to My Crafts Blog

6. Craft kits can be a lifesaver because you don’t have to find all the supplies! This fun and cute patriotic foam glasses craft kit will give your kids something fun to make and wear for 4th of July. Fun Express

7. Make a memorable keepsake while documenting your child’s hand size with these beautiful patriotic hand print crafts. B-Inspired Mama

8. This simple paper plate flag craft can be really fun for kids to make for 4th of July while also being a festive decoration to hang up for the holiday. Craft Corner DIY

  • Egg Carton American Flag
    9. Egg Carton American Flag
  • Golf Ball Fireworks
    10. Golf Ball Fireworks
  • Watercolor Flags for 4th of July
    11. Watercolor Flags for 4th of July
  • American Flag with Do a Dot Paint
    12. American Flag with Do a Dot Paint

9. This fun 3D egg carton american flag can be a great decoration for your home during the 4th of July while also being fun for the kids to help make. Crafty Morning

10. Your kids will have a blast using golf balls to paint these festive golf ball fireworks for Independence Day. The Realistic Mama

11. Have your kids get creative while painting these beautiful watercolor flags for 4th of July using all sorts of great materials for the flags. Make and Takes

12. Kids love to use dot markers! And this American flag with do a dot paint craft will be a blast for them to do while practicing fine motor skills. Meaningful Mama

  • Patriotic Painted Rocks
    13. Patriotic Painted Rocks
  • Salt Painted Fireworks With Template
    14. Salt Painted Fireworks With Template
  • Paper Plate Flag
    15. Paper Plate Flag
  • Popsicle Stick Star Streamers
    16. Popsicle Stick Star Streamers

13. Rock painting can be so much fun for kids from toddlers and preschoolers to teenagers. So have your children go on a rock hunt and then paint patriotic themed rocks for 4th of July. Styles at Life

14. If you want to do fireworks themed 4th of July crafts with your kids but can’t seem to get them looking like fireworks (more like blobs) then you’ll love this easy salt painted fireworks with a free template. The Best Ideas for Kids

15. This is the stuff great 4th of July preschool crafts are made of — paper plates, paint, and American flags. Your little one will love doing this super easy paper plate flag craft with you. Crafts on Sea

16. Your child will love to get creative making these adorable and decorative popsicle stick star streamers. You could hang them up or let them run around with them afterwards. Happiness is Homemade

  • Patriotic Sun-Catcher Craft
    17. Patriotic Sun-Catcher Craft
  • USA Flag Pom Pom Sign Craft Kit
    18. USA Flag Pom Pom Sign Craft Kit
  • Patriotic Star Bubble Wands
    19. Patriotic Star Bubble Wands
  • Fireworks Craft Using Straws
    20. Fireworks Craft Using Straws

17. Have your kids help decorate the windows with this fun and super cute patriotic sun catcher craft. A Little Pinch of Perfect

18. Here’s another fun craft kit. Your child will enjoy helping do decorate for 4th of July with this cute USA flag pom pom sign craft kit. Fun Express

19. Make even bubble blowing patriotic with these adorable patriot star bubble wands. I Heart Crafty Things

20. If your child loves to paint, then they’ll love painting patriotic fireworks using straws. Use red and blue paint to make it even more festive. Craft Morning

  • DIY Patriotic Window Clings
    21. DIY Patriotic Window Clings
  • Popsicle Stick Flags
    22. Popsicle Stick Flags
  • Exploding Pipe Cleaner Fireworks Ring
    23. Exploding Pipe Cleaner Fireworks Ring
  • USA Necklace Craft Bead Kit
    24. USA Necklace Craft Bead Kit

21. Did you know you can use puffy paint to make window clings? Pretty cool! You and your child will have a lot of fun making and enjoying these DIY patriotic window clings. Chica Circle

22. You and your children can make these cute popsicle stick flags to decorate the house for the 4th of July holiday. Ginger Snap Crafts

23. Have your kids make something fun to wear for the 4th of July fireworks with these cute exploding pipe cleaner fireworks rings. Mom Dot

24. Pick up this USA beaded American flag necklace kit and your child will have a lot of fun making their own patriotic necklaces. Aunt Jenny’s Beads

  • Patriotic Kids Blower Craft
    25. Patriotic Kids Blower Craft
  • Fireworks Painting With Tissue Rolls
    26. Fireworks Painting With Tissue Rolls
  • Patriotic Stars Thumbprint Craft
    27. Patriotic Stars Thumbprint Craft
  • Flag from Patriotic Paper Straws Craft
    28. Flag from Patriotic Paper Straws Craft

25. Let your child create something they can use in the 4th of July festivities with this easy and cute patriotic kids blower craft. Natural Beach Living

26. Give your child an opportunity to express their creativity through paint with this fun fireworks painting with tissue rolls craft. Happiness is Homemade

27. Keep it simple with this easy 4th of July craft for toddlers or preschoolers using dot markers to paint star shapes. A Dab of Glue Will Do

28. Use decorative patriotic paper straws to help your child create a cute and festive flag craft with straws. I Heart Crafty Things

  • Pom Pom American Flag Craft
    29. Pom Pom American Flag Craft
  • Patriotic Star Wreath Craft
    30. Patriotic Star Wreath Craft
  • Patriotic Bug Magnet Craft Kit
    31. Patriotic Bug Magnet Craft Kit
  • Glitter Glue Fireworks
    32. Glitter Glue Fireworks

29. Celebrate our Independence Day as you teach your child about the American flag with this simple pom pom American flag craft. Raising Little Superheroes

30. Have your child make something that you can use to decorate the house with by making this cute patriotic star wreath craft. The Resourceful Mama

31. Your kiddo will love making these adorable patriotic bug magnets to hang on the fridge with this handy craft kit. Fun Express

32. These beautiful glitter glue fireworks are sure to be a hit with your preschooler (who, if they’re anything like my preschooler, adores using glitter glue). Twitchetts

  • Q-tip Fireworks Craft
    33. Q-tip Fireworks Craft
  • Patriotic Tissue Paper Stars
    34. Patriotic Tissue Paper Stars
  • Star Spangled Slime
    35. Star Spangled Slime
  • Easy American Flag Watercolor Craft
    36. Easy American Flag Watercolor Craft

33. These cute an unique q-tip fireworks are sure to be a hit craft for your child to enjoy making. Crafty Morning

34 Sometimes the most simple crafts are the ones that kids love the most. And these patriotic tissue paper stars are the perfect 4th of July craft for your toddler to do. Frogs Snails and Puppy Dog Tails

35. Ooey gooey and patriotic to boot. Your little one will have a blast both making and playing with this star spangled slime especially for the 4th of July. I Can Teach My Child

36. This gorgeous American flag watercolor craft is surprisingly easy for your child to make and makes for a festive piece to display for Independence Day. Inspired Motherhood

  • Patriotic Wind Catcher
    37. Patriotic Wind Catcher
  • Patriotic Confetti Launchers
    38. Patriotic Confetti Launchers
  • Fidget Spinner Firework Art
    39. Fidget Spinner Firework Art
  • 4th of July Sparkle Sensory Bottles
    40. 4th of July Sparkle Sensory Bottles

37. This easy and pretty patriotic wind catcher will be so much fun for you to make with your child. And then hang it outside to enjoy for the holiday. Crafty Morning

38. Have your child help you make something they can safely “explode” for the 4th of July holiday with these fun and safe patriotic confetti launchers. Piikea Street

39. Making these fidget spinner fireworks will be a blast for your kiddo and the result is truly patriotic and artistic. Twitchetts

40. These 4th of July sparkle sensory bottles are so much fun for kids of all ages to create and play with afterwards. Things to Share and Remember

  • DIY Cardboard Fourth of July Hats
    41. DIY Cardboard Fourth of July Hats
  • Shaving Cream Fireworks
    42. Shaving Cream Fireworks
  • 4th of July PDF Coloring Book
    43. 4th of July PDF Coloring Book
  • 4th of July Stained Glass Window Bunting
    44. 4th of July Stained Glass Window Bunting

41. These incredibly cute DIY cardboard Fourth of July hats will be a blast to make with your child and simply hilarious to wear together for the festivities. Pink Stripey Socks

42. Give your kids an opportunity to get a bit messy as they make these fun shaving cream fireworks. I Can Teach My Child

43. This handy 4th of July coloring book is a PDF file with 30 simple and cute holiday coloring pages. This can be great to have on hand for something quick and easy for your kids to do. Kingsley Publishing

44. Have your children help you to decorate for the holiday with these simple and beautiful 4th of July stained glass bunting. Here Come the Girls

  • Handprint Fireworks Craft
    45. Handprint Fireworks Craft
  • Patriotic Glitter Art Craft Kit
    46. Patriotic Glitter Art Craft Kit
  • DIY Beaded Sun Catchers
    47. DIY Beaded Sun Catchers
  • Flag Ribbon Wand
    48. Flag Ribbon Wand

45. Have your little one do a craft that has a bit of a bang with a hint of personalization to it with this cute and festive handprint fireworks craft. Ava’s Alphabet

46. These easy and fun patriotic glitter art craft kits are sure to be a hit with your kids this 4th of July. Fun Express

47. Your kids will have so much fun making these DIY beaded sun catchers with you. And they make such a beautiful wind chime when they’re done. Beneath My Heart

48. After you make these flag ribbon wands with your child they can be used year after year for your 4th of July celebrations. Views From a Step Stool

  • Sparkler Firework Craft
    49. Sparkler Firework Craft
  • Mess Free Patriotic Star Painting
    50. Mess Free Patriotic Star Painting
  • Paper Firecracker Craft
    51. Paper Firecracker Craft
  • 4th of July Fireworks Rocket Craft
    52. 4th of July Fireworks Rocket Craft

49. These super festive sparkler firework crafts are sparkly and crinkly and will be a big hit with any kid to make and play with. Kid’s Craft Room

50. Making these (semi) mess free patriotic star paintings are going to be a blast for your child. This is one of those perfect 4th of July crafts for toddlers who need a little action with their crafting! Toddler Approved

51. Have your kids make these adorable paper firecracker crafts and use them for decorating for your 4th of July party! They’re fun to make and cute decoration to boot. Twitchetts

52. Get out your popsicle sticks and construction paper for this classic 4th of July fireworks rocket craft for preschoolers. Our Kid Things

Have a Happy Independence Day with These 4th of July Preschool Crafts

I hope you and your children have a wonderful and Happy 4th of July this year. And I hope that these fun and creative 4th of July crafts will inspire you and your kids to celebrate the festivities even more this year.

Filed Under: Art, Family (Multi-Age), Holidays, Kindergarten, Pre-k, Preschool, Subjects, Themes, Toddler Tagged With: 4th of July, America, Fourth of July, Independence Day, Patriotic, United States, USA

4th of July Books for Preschoolers to Read About Independence Day

June 29, 2020 by Sarah

Reading 4th of July books for preschoolers and other young children can get them excited about celebrating Independence Day and help to teach them about this national holiday in America and what it means. Independence Day books for kids try to keep things simple and fun, yet educational at the same time.

In this post I have a rounded up 18 different Independence Day books for kids of many different ages to enjoy from toddlers to 7th grade. Even your older children might enjoy reading these 4th of July picture books with their younger siblings or cousins.

4th of July Books for Preschoolers to Read About Independence Day

Independence Day Books for Kids

The 4th of July is a time for celebration in America. It’s a time when we can all come together to celebrate and appreciate the independence we are blessed with.

This selection of 4th of July books are intended to specifically teach children about the 4th of July in America (also known as Independence Day).

While there are a lot of great patriotic books and children’s books about America out there, I wanted to specifically focus on 4th of July picture books and a few great choices for longer read aloud Independence Day books for kids that can be read by older children or to your younger child over the course of 4th of July week.

I hope you enjoy and find the perfect books to read with your children for the Fourth of July this year!

List of 4th of July Picture Books



The Fourth of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh

The Fourth of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh

An accessible story of America’s birthday brings alive the history and spirit of the Fourth of July, with an introduction to the fight for independence and the events and people that shaped American tradition. What happened on the Fourth of July long before there were fireworks and parades? Alice Dalgliesh takes young readers back to revolutionary times, back to the colonists’ desire for freedom and the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Simple text captures the excitement of the era, telling how word of Independence traveled up and down the thirteen colonies, touching the lives of everyday people throughout the land.




Hello, Fourth of July! by Martha Day Zschock

Hello, Fourth of July! by Martha Day Zschock

In Hello, Fourth of July! join parent and child eagle as they spend the day surrounded by the red, white and blue. Along the way, take in a parade, view historical paintings and statues, hit the beach, and enjoy great food at a picnic and barbecue, topping off the day with a colorful fireworks display!




Story Of Americas Birthday by Patricia A. Pingry

Story Of Americas Birthday by Patricia A. Pingry

This little book presents the story of the founding of America in words that are simple enough for a toddler to understand. Vibrant illustrations paired with the text help to create the connection between the story of the Declaration of Independence and American Revolution and today’s Fourth of July festivities. Parents can use this book to introduce little ones to the history and meaning behind Independence Day. Ages 2-5.




Happy 4th of July, Jenny Sweeney! by Leslie Kimmelman

Happy 4th of July, Jenny Sweeney! by Leslie Kimmelman

It’s the 4th of July and all over town, people are getting ready. Jenny Sweeney gives her dog, Rags, a bath. All the preparations lead up to the big parade and a night of bright fireworks. It’s a great day. “Happy Birthday, USA!”




My Fourth of July by Jerry Spinelli

My Fourth of July by Jerry Spinelli

Picnics! Singing! Fireworks! It’s time to celebrate the best day of all–the Fourth of July! A responsible little boy who’s eager to do his part wakes up joyful and ready to celebrate his favorite day of all. But there’s a lot of work to do–pies to be baked, deviled eggs to be filled–and the boy has lots of jobs to complete before he can enjoy the fun . . . the world’s best picnic! Face painting! A band concert! And then, after what seems like the longest wait ever . . . he can kick back and enjoy the fireworks with the rest of the country. This delicious and spirited book celebrates small town America and is full of nostalgia for times gone by, yet absolutely of the moment.




Independence Day by Trudi Strain Trueit

Independence Day by Trudi Strain Trueit (Rookie Read-About Holidays)

An introduction to Independence Day for the youngest readers. This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Independence Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at traditions and festivities on the Fourth of July.




What Is the Declaration of Independence? by Michael C. Harris

What Is the Declaration of Independence? by Michael C. Harris (What Was?)

Step back in time to the birth of America and meet the real-life rebels who made this country free! On a hot summer day near Philadelphia in 1776, Thomas Jefferson sat at his desk and wrote furiously until early the next morning. He was drafting the Declaration of Independence, a document that would sever this country’s ties with Britain and announce a new nation—The United States of America. Colonists were willing to risk their lives for freedom, and the Declaration of Independence made that official. Discover the true story of one of the most radical and uplifting documents in history and follow the action that fueled the Revolutionary War.




Happy Birthday, America: The Story of Independence Day by Mary Pope Osborne

Happy Birthday, America: The Story of Independence Day by Mary Pope Osborne

This book takes us through a lively celebration of the Fourth of July in small-town America. Three generations enjoy parades, popcorn, “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” and at the end of the day, lightning bugs and fireworks. “Then I blow out the stars, as if they were candles on a giant birthday cake”―a glorious image.




The Berenstain Bears God Bless Our Country by Mike Berenstain

The Berenstain Bears God Bless Our Country by Mike Berenstain (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)

The Bear family and their Bear Country neighbors celebrate the Fourth of July with a big parade. But not before the cubs get a lesson about the blessings of freedom for their country. 


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Red, White, and Boom! by Lee Wardlaw and Huy Voun Lee

Red, White, and Boom! by Lee Wardlaw and Huy Voun Lee

Fireflies flit Sparklers spit Pinwheels spin Goosebump skin It’s the Fourth of July! Travel across the country for a city parade, a beach picnic, and fireworks in the park in this poetic celebration of the many cultures and traditions that make America’s birthday BOOM!




Judy Moody Declares Independence by Megan McDonald

Judy Moody Declares Independence by Megan McDonald

Huzzah! She, Judy Moody, would hereby, this day, make the Judy Moody Declaration of Independence. With alien rights and her own Purse of Happiness and everything. Hear ye! Hear ye! Everyone knows that Judy Moody has a mood for every occasion, and now a visit to Boston has put our famous third grader in a revolutionary mood. When Judy meets an English girl named Tori at the Tea Party ship, she is gobsmacked to learn how many liberties her British friend enjoys — her very own phone, private loo, and pounds of allowance. When a day of cheerfully doing her chores doesn’t earn Judy Moody more rights, and staging a revolt in the form of a tea-throwing Boston Tub Party has her dad reading the riot act, Judy is forced into temporary retreat. Who would guess that a real-life crisis involving her brother, Stink, would finally give Judy a chance to show her courageous quick thinking – and prove her independence, once and for all?




Independence Day by Erika S. Manley

Independence Day by Erika S. Manley (Bullfrog Books: Holidays)

In Independence Day, young readers will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.




Hooray for the 4th of July by Rick Brown

Hooray for the 4th of July by Rick Brown ((I’m Going to Read: Level 2))

Whoopee—it’s a 4th of July parade! Kids will happily join the celebration as marching feet keep the beat, big brass bands pass the stands, and decorated floats roll along. In this book the illustrations make everything look grand, from the fife and drum players to the flags flying high.




Fourth of July Mice! by Bethany Roberts

Fourth of July Mice! by Bethany Roberts (Green Light Readers Level 1)

It’s the Fourth of July, and the parade is ready to start! The Holiday Mice lead the way to a day full of nonstop fun, including a picnic, a baseball game, a sack race, and a splashy-sploshy dip in the stream. The best part comes at the end of the day when fireworks go BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! 




Corduroy's Fourth of July by Don Freeman and Lisa McCue

Corduroy’s Fourth of July by Don Freeman and Lisa McCue

Today is the 4th of July, and Corduroy and his friends are having a fun-filled picnic. They eat tasty treats and play games in the hot summer sun. Then it’s time to cool down with a dip in the pool. Next they take part in an Independence Day parade! Scruffy Pup bangs the drum, Checkerboard Bunny plays the flute, and Corduroy carries the American flag. Once it’s dark outside, the friends gather to watch an amazing fireworks display.




The Night Before the Fourth of July by Natasha Wing

The Night Before the Fourth of July by Natasha Wing

It’s the night before the Fourth of July and all across the United States people are getting ready for hot dogs and fireworks. Decked in red, white, and blue, a family heads to a parade, hosts a backyard BBQ with friends and family, dodges an afternoon thundershower, and of course, watches a fireworks show. The Night Before the Fourth of July captures all the fun, excitement, and pride of the best summer holiday!




Apple Pie Fourth of July by Janet S. Wong

Apple Pie Fourth of July by Janet S. Wong

Shocked that her parents are cooking Chinese food to sell in the family store on an all-American holiday, a feisty Chinese American girl tries to tell her mother and father how things really are. But as the parade passes by and fireworks light the sky, she learns a surprising lesson.




Hats off for the Fourth of July by Harriet Ziefert

Hats off for the Fourth of July by Harriet Ziefert

Spectators in Chatham wait to see what will come next as they watch the town’s Fourth of July parade, and although they are sad when it is over, they still have one more treat waiting for them.


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Celebrate America With These 4th of July Books for Preschoolers and Elementary-Aged Kids

I hope this list of great 4th of July books for preschoolers, kindergartners, and other elementary-aged children helps you to find the perfect book to read with your little one this Independence Day.

Whatever Fourth of July books you decide to read with your child, make sure to select books that not only get them excited to celebrate with fireworks, barbecues, and parades. But also make sure you choose books that educate them about the reason why we as Americans celebrate the 4th of July — because oftentimes with all the festivities that reason can easily become lost in the background.

But most of all enjoy these books about the 4th of July with your child and have a Happy Independence Day!

Filed Under: Book Lists, Family (Multi-Age), Holidays, Holidays, Kindergarten, Pre-k, Preschool, Seasons Tagged With: 4th of July, America, Fourth of July, Independence Day, Patriotic, United States, USA

Free Letter E Printable Do a Dot Pages

June 26, 2020 by Sarah

Today I have some letter E free printable do a dot pages that will be the perfect addition to your preschool letter of the week program for the letter E. These E is for Elephant letter E printable dot pages come in eight different variations including uppercase and lowercase, color, black and white, and ones with and without writing practice.

But before we get to the dot pages, let’s talk about a few of the fun ways that you can use these letter E do a dot printable pages with your preschooler.

Free Letter E Printable Do a Dot Pages

Letter E Do a Dot Printable Pages

Do a dot printable pages are really fun and versitile for kids. It might seem like you can only use them one way (with dot markers), but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. They can be used in a lot of different ways to teach basic preschool concepts.

In this post for the letter E printable dot pages I’d like to explore just a few different ways you can use them, but be sure to browse through my other posts for dot printable pages to get even more inspiration on how to use these with your preschooler.

Then you can grab your free letter E dot pages at the bottom of this post.

Letter E Printable With Dot Stickers

First let’s talk about how you can use these letter E do a dot printable pages with dot stickers. These can be really fun for kids to use and they come in a wide range of colors.

Dot stickers are great because they give your child some fine motor practice and one to one correspondence.

You can also print out the black and white version of this letter E printable dot page and have them color in the rest of the page with markers, crayons, or colored pencils. Believe me, it’s harder than you’d think to color around the dots! It’s good fine motor practice for them.

  • Letter E Printable Dot Page With Dot Stickers
  • Letter E Do a Dot Printable With Circle Stickers

Letter E Printable With Crayons

Next let’s explore how you can use these letter E free printable do a dot pages with crayons. Print out the color version of the dot page and have your child color in the dots with crayons (or colored pencils or markers). As I said above, this is harder than it looks and is great fine motor practice.

Also if you print out the version of the dot page with the tracing practice then they can have a little writing practice thrown in there.

  • Letter E Free Printable Do a Dot Pages With Crayons
  • Letter E Printable Dot Page With Crayons

Letter E Printable With Play Dough

Another fun way you can use this letter E printable dot page is with play dough! Even if you don’t want to laminate the page, you can stick it into a dry erase pocket to protect it for repeated use.

Have your child make balls of play dough and place them onto each dot. You can even have them squish down the balls to fill in each dot on the page too.

  • Letter E Do a Dot Printable With Play Dough
  • Letter E Free Printable Do a Dot Pages With Play Dough

Letter E Printable With Magnetic Thumb Tacks

This E is for Elephant printable can also be used with magnetic thumb tacks. These are really fun for kids because kids just love magnets.

Have your child place one magnetic thumb tack onto each dot. This is great for fine motor practice as they pick them up and also for one to one correspondence.

  • Letter E Printable Dot Page Magnetic Thumb Tacks
  • Letter E Do a Dot Printable With Magnetic Thumb Tacks

Grab The Letter E Free Printable Do a Dot Pages

These are just a few ideas for how to use these fun letter E printable dot pages. I’m sure you can think of even more fun ways to utilize these free pages to help teach your preschooler about the letter E in a fun and engaging way.

You can download the letter E do a dot printable pages by clicking the button below. Just print them, laminate them (or use dry erase pockets) and enjoy utilizing them in your homeschool preschool for letter E.

To get your free printable, CLICK HERE

Looking for more ideas on how to teach the letter E? Have a look at my other letter E printables and resources available here.

Need alphabet do a dot printables for other letters? You can view the previous letter D printable dot pages here.

Filed Under: Alphabet, Pre-k, Preschool, Toddler Tagged With: Do a Dot Pages, Letter E

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