Set out construction paper and objects with round ends, such as cardboard toilet tissue tubes, drinking straws, margarine tubs and plastic bottles. Have the children print O's of various colors and sizes by dipping the open ends of the objects into the paint and pressing them on their papers. Have the children add 2 large eyes at the top of their letter O and then accordion style fold 8 grey legs and attach around the sides and bottom of the O. Group Time Finger O's Show children how to form O's using their thumb and index finger. Have children sit on the floor in front of you. Hold up Alphabet cards one at a time.
Children say letter.
Whenever the children see the letter O, have them form O's with their fingers. Available for purchase. Loose leaf booklets of additional activities for each theme.