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Johnson, Larry and Lamb, Annette (2004, June). //Pumpkins//. Retrieved from [|42Xplore Thematic Pathfinders for all Ages]
 * This page gives a description and background information on pumpkins. When you open this page you will see a paragraph of information on pumpkins listed under the headings of "easier" or "harder," in order to accommodate different levels of learners. Below, is a list of activities for first graders relating to the topic. The website also offers a detailed list towards the bottom of the page, that includes many links to further resources for teachers on this subject.

Milne, M. (1998, July 21). //Pumpkin Growth//. Retrieved from [|Longfellow School First Grade Resources]
 * This web page is tailored specifically to first graders and delineates the exact process of pumpkin growth. By clicking on the first link, they can see photographs that document each step of growth. Unfortunately, I can no longer get the second link to work, as the site appears to be older. However, the photographs are very useful in the first link.

Unknown (2007). //Pumpkins-Life Cycle of a Plant//. Retrieved from [|K6Edu.com: Elementary Education Teacher Resources]
 * This is an alternative lesson plan that relates to the topic of the Pumpkin life cycle. It describes alternative ways to instruct the theme. The lesson is for First graders and focuses on the plant life cycle in more general terms. This lesson calls for more hands-on activities with the pumpkin, such as carving it out and cooking the seeds. The lesson plan also includes a song and the book "Pumpkin, Pumpkin," which is the book included in this lesson plan.

Pratt, Barbara (2010). //Pumpkin Theme//. Retrieved from [|Pratt's Educational Resources]
 * This page offers a variety of activities which relate to the Pumpkin theme and are appropriate for early education students. It clearly details pictures of the activities along with explanations. It offers free printables, ideas for crafts, and even gives the option to buy books about pumpkins.

Norwood, Jim (2010). //Kidspiration Tutorials//. Retrieved from [|Atomic Learning]
 * On this site, Jim Norwood has compiled a series of tutorials for using the program Kidspiration. Kidspiration is used in this lesson twice. This website instructs on the best ways to explain the program to young students. Upon completion of the tutorial, one would have not only a general overview of the program, but an understanding of writing in the program, adding symbols and graphics, using sound, operating the activities, and adjusting the settings.

Western, Marilyn (2009, August 21). //Kid Pix Studio Deluxe in the Classroom//. Retrieved from [|Technology Tips for Educators]
 * This website offers tutorials on using Kid Pix Studio Deluxe (which is used extensively in this lesson) and it also offers suggestions on how to incorporate the software into your lessons. The website has tutorials for every subject area and grade level and provides a link to Kid Pix activities.

IXL Math (2010). //Florida State Standards for First Grade//. Retrieved from [|IXL]
 * This page outlines various math games for first graders and categorizes them by the Florida state standards. This page is a useful tool for finding games to accompany the lesson which relate to the Sunshine State Standards. In this lesson, one game from this site is used for math practice.

Haynes, Judie (2009). //Pumpkin Science//. Retrieved from [|EverythingESL.net]
 * This website provides an extensive list of vocabulary words to accompany the pumpkin unit. The list is appropriate for first graders and ESL students grades 2 through 3. A selection of these words can be found in the Monday section of the Activities page for this lesson unit.