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Purple Octopus

Rated 5 out of 5, based on 10 reviews
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Massachusetts, United States
About the store
Hi, I'm Hanna, an early childhood teacher who loves making your day a little easier and a lot more joyful! For over 15 years, I've learned and taught alongside children and fellow educators in Germany, England, Dubai, and the United States. Today, I support teachers as a Program Coordinator and create hands-on activities for toddlers through kindergarten. Every resource in my store is teacher-made and shaped by real classroom experiences.
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Preview of Dramatic play story retelling puppets winter clothing for The Hat by Jan Brett

Dramatic play story retelling puppets winter clothing for The Hat by Jan Brett

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Purple Octopus
Bring story time to life with this printable story puppet and winter clothing set inspired by The Hat by Jan Brett's! The hands-on story retelling and sequencing activity invites preschool, pre-K and kindergarten learners to explore the story through movement and imagination. Children mix and match winter clothing pieces, retell the story using puppets, and act out scenes while building comprehension, expressive language, and fine-motor skills. 🧩 Suitability:Story retelling and sequencing act
Preview of Free kindness, friendship coloring page | The Rainbow Fish | fine motor craft

Free kindness, friendship coloring page | The Rainbow Fish | fine motor craft

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate kindness with this low-prep Rainbow Fish coloring page supporting hands-on fine motor skills, creativity, and social-emotional learning (SEL) in preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. Inspired by The Rainbow Fish by Markus Pfister, the printable art activity helps young children explore sharing and friendship. 📦 What's included:Printable coloring page🐭 Suitable for:SEL lessonsStory time follow-upArt activitiesLiteracy centers🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor skillsCreativity and self-exp
Preview of Free butterfly life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor SEL

Free butterfly life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor SEL

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate science learning with this low-prep butterfly life cycle coloring page for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. The printable supports fine motor development, creativity, and early science understanding as children explore the journey from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to a beautiful adult butterfly. 📦 What's included:Printable butterfly life cycle coloring page🐭 Suitable for:Science centersLife cycle unitsArt activitiesSocial-emotional learning (SEL)🎯 Skills developed:Fine moto
Preview of Free chicken life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor activity

Free chicken life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor activity

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate science learning with this low-prep chicken life cycle coloring page for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. The printable supports fine motor development, creativity, and early science understanding as children explore the journey from egg to hatchling to chick to adult chicken. 📦 What's included:Printable chicken life cycle coloring page🐭 Suitable for:Science centersLife cycle unitsArt activitiesSocial-emotional learning (SEL)🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor skillsUnderstanding li
Preview of Gratitude and kindness SEL dice game for social emotional activity

Gratitude and kindness SEL dice game for social emotional activity

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Purple Octopus
Bring a touch of warmth and reflection to your preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten classroom with this hands-on SEL activity! The kindness and gratitude game promotes social-emotional learning as children roll a dice and respond to simple, joyful prompts. 📦 What's included:1 printable gratitude dice💡 Suggested reflection prompts:People I'm thankful forSomething in nature I love Food I enjoy the mostSomething I like about my school or homeSomething kind I can do for othersWhat makes me smile to
Preview of Printable coloring page craft for Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons

Printable coloring page craft for Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons

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Purple Octopus
Bring joy and creativity into your classroom with this adorable activity! Perfect for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, and early elementary learners, this activity invites children to design and decorate their own groovy button, just like their favorite cool cat characters. 🎨 Kids can use:PaintCrayons & markersCollage materialsButtons, sequins, yarn (for laces!)Watercolor splashes or dot markers🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor skillsColor explorationCreative expression✏️ Your review means a lot,
Preview of FREE Earth Day Coloring Pages & Writing Activity | Recycling

FREE Earth Day Coloring Pages & Writing Activity | Recycling

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate Earth Day with this fun and meaningful FREE activity pack! 🌍This printable set helps children learn about caring for our planet while building creativity and early writing skills. 📦 What’s included: Earth coloring page Recycling truck coloring page Forest animals & nature coloring page Ocean waves coloring page “I Can Help the Earth” writing & drawing page 🎯 Skills developed: Fine motor skills Creativity & self-expression Early writing skills Environmental awareness
Preview of Free printable coloring pages | Little Mouse Red Ripe Strawberry Big Hungry Bear

Free printable coloring pages | Little Mouse Red Ripe Strawberry Big Hungry Bear

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Purple Octopus
Little Mouse Red Ripe Strawberry coloring pages for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. The printable book companion activity is inspired by The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear by Audrey and Don Wood. It is perfect for literacy centers, story retelling, comprehension, and fine-motor practice. 🐭 Suitability: Story time follow-upArt activitiesLiteracy centers🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor coloring, hand controlCreativity and self-expressionVisual attention and deta
Preview of Free Frog life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor SEL activity

Free Frog life cycle coloring page | science printable | fine motor SEL activity

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate science learning with this low-prep frog life cycle coloring page for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. The printable supports fine motor skills, creativity, and early science understanding as children explore the journey from egg to adult frog. 📦 What's included:Printable frog life cycle coloring page🐭 Suitable for:Science centersLife cycle unitsSocial-emotional learning (SEL)Art activities🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor skillsUnderstanding life cyclesVisual attention and detail
Preview of Free Chinese Zodiac wheel coloring page | Lunar New Year printable art activity

Free Chinese Zodiac wheel coloring page | Lunar New Year printable art activity

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a free Chinese Zodiac wheel coloring page for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten! This printable features all 12 Zodiac animals in a wheel, perfect for cultural learning, art centers, and fine-motor practice during Chinese New Year celebrations. 📦 What's included:1 printable coloring pageAll 12 Zodiac animals in a circle🐭 Suitable for:Lunar and Chinese New Year celebrationsArt center activitiesMorning workQuiet time coloring🎯 Skills developed:Fine motor colori
Preview of Free volcano eruption experiment STEM science activity teacher guide

Free volcano eruption experiment STEM science activity teacher guide

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Purple Octopus
Volcano eruption experiment for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. Make science erupt in your classroom with this hands-on activity! Students combine baking soda and vinegar to create an exciting eruption while learning about the environment, chemical reactions, observation, and cause-and-effect. 📦 What you'll receive: Step-by-step teacher directions Materials list, basic and optional extras Prep and clean-up tips Discussion prompts and extension ideas Quick science connection explained for ki
Preview of Paper craft puppets, backgrounds for How the Grinch Lost Christmas by Dr. Seuss

Paper craft puppets, backgrounds for How the Grinch Lost Christmas by Dr. Seuss

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Purple Octopus
Bring Dr. Seuss' story How the Grinch Lost Christmas! to life with these printable paper puppets and matching backgrounds. Suitable for story retelling, dramatic play, and literacy centers. 🎯 Skill developed:Story comprehensionSequencing and retellingOral language development🐭 Suitability:Creative dramatic playGroup activities and independent play📦 What you'll receive:Character paper puppetsStory backgrounds for tabletop theaters or bulletin boardsEasy-to-cut, kid-friendly design
Preview of Story telling coloring cards for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell

Story telling coloring cards for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell

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Purple Octopus
Story Telling Cards in Color and Black & White for printing, tracing, or coloring: Old lady Bell Toys, train, teddy, and lamp Reindeer and sleighWriting & Tracing Pages: Follow-the-line tracing Word tracing (bell, toys, old lady, and more) Picture-word matching🎯 Skills developed: Story retelling Sequencing Vocabulary and categorizing Word recognition Fine motor skills Listening and comprehension✏️ Your review means a lot, as it helps me grow and refine resources!
Preview of Snowflake symmetry drawing worksheets winter math activity with bonus game!

Snowflake symmetry drawing worksheets winter math activity with bonus game!

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Purple Octopus
Finish the Snowflake: Winter Drawing, Symmetry, and Fine Motor ActivityBONUS: Snowflake Memory Game Included!Make winter learning magical with this engaging Finish the Snowflake drawing set! Students use their creativity and early-math thinking skills to complete each half-drawn snowflake. This pack includes a variety of designs, from simple preschool-friendly lines to more detailed patterns, making it perfect for Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and early finishers. This winter activity encou
Preview of Printable kindness cutting and coloring craft social emotional activity turkey

Printable kindness cutting and coloring craft social emotional activity turkey

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Purple Octopus
Celebrate thankfulness in a creative, hands-on way! This printable turkey craft invites children to reflect on what they're thankful for while practicing fine motor and language skills. Suitable for art and literacy centers, circle time, or family take-home activities! 📦 What's included: Turkey body template in color and black/white Printable feathers with writing promptsBlank feathers for drawing and custom prompts🪶 Included writing prompts:"I'm thankful for …""I love …""My favorite thing
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About the store

Experience

Hi, I'm Hanna, an early childhood teacher who loves making your day a little easier and a lot more joyful! For over 15 years, I've learned and taught alongside children and fellow educators in Germany, England, Dubai, and the United States. Today, I support teachers as a Program Coordinator and create hands-on activities for toddlers through kindergarten. Every resource in my store is teacher-made and shaped by real classroom experiences.

Teaching style

My teaching style is joyful, hands-on, and rooted in curiosity. I believe children learn best when they explore and ask questions—whether they're acting out stories, experimenting with materials, or solving problems as a team. My approach combines Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and play-based learning. I focus on early STEM, science, and coding without screens and design resources that invite thinking, conversation, and open-ended play.

Awards & shining teacher moments

One of my favorite moments was guiding a group of preschoolers as they built an ice cream delivery robot using Cubetto and recycled materials. Watching their persistence unfold was a powerful reminder of what children are capable of when given the right tools and freedom. Experiences like these inspire many of the resources in my store.

My own education history

I have a Master's degree in Education and Media with a focus on early childhood and digital learning, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I also completed five years of formal teacher training in Germany and continue to pursue professional development in STEM, leadership, and curriculum design.

Additional biographical information

Outside the classroom, you'll find me cycling around Boston or heading out for a run. I love connecting with teachers from around the world and sharing resources that make teaching feel inspiring and doable. I also work with educators beyond the classroom and welcome inquiries. Your reviews truly mean a lot, as they help me grow and refine resources. Thank you!