The children take turns shopping for their treasures and counting out the correct money for each item they purchase. Of course I add extra toys, books etc. Parents have enjoyed this activity also. Children will go around singing other children names. Large plastic container covered with contact paper, alphabet flash cards, small objects such as plastic animals, sea creatures, cups and other classroom articles.
Place objects inside the can, then with children in a group, draw objects out one at a time.
Discuss each item as to what it is and that it begins with the letter of the week. When a child's name begins with that letter, place a slip of paper with the name on it in can. My kindergarten age children love it. Do this for each letter. After the book is done.