Open It Up! Mitten Story Craft (Free)
A free winter mitten craft that opens like two doors to show the story hidden inside, with three writing levels so every child can finish.
How it works
Two pages make one craft: a cover to color and a story page that hides inside.
Plan with pictures
A planning page asks four simple questions. Drawings count as answers.
Write on the hidden page
The story page is shaped like the mitten, with wide lines and a starter or First, Next, Then, Last.
Color, cut and open it up
The mitten cuts in half to make two doors. Glue the edges and the story is hiding inside.
What's inside
Using it
Go at your learner's pace, one step or one page at a time. Read the grown-up guide once and you're ready, no teaching background needed.
Run it as an intervention, a small group or independent practice. It prints clean on the school copier.
Questions
Which grades is this for?
Kindergarten to 3rd grade. Level A is for K and 1st, Level B for 1st to 3rd, and Level C for confident writers in 2nd and 3rd.
Does it go with The Mitten by Jan Brett?
Yes. Read the book aloud first, then kids write about who squeezed into their own mitten.
Are there more shapes?
Yes. The Winter Story Crafts set adds a snowman, a snow globe and a hot cocoa mug, and there are Halloween and Fall sets too.
How do I get my files?
Right after checkout you'll see download buttons, and we email you a link too. Everything is saved in My Library to re-download anytime.
Will it print in black and white?
Yes. Every page is designed to print clean in black and white on a home printer or a school copier.
Can I use it with a whole class?
Yes. One purchase covers one classroom or one family. Buying for several teachers or a whole school? See school licenses.
What if I have a problem or a question?
Because these are instant digital downloads, all sales are final. If something isn't working the way you hoped, or you have any question at all, email hello@wiggle-wise.com and we'll help.
