Who else is excited for Halloween!? My children have been discussing costume ideas and looking forward to spooOOooky season for quite a while now. And come October 1st, we will be transforming our lovely homeschool into… Halloween School!!! And I’ve got to say, this mama is pumped for the (un)spooky festivities to begin. We are…
Planes, Trains, and Things That Go! Transportation Unit Study
What do race cars, hot air balloons, tractors, and sailboats all have in common? They each help people or objects travel from one place to another – but they do it in very different ways! From wheels rolling across the ground to helicopter blades spinning through the air, transportation is filled with fascinating science, clever…
Mythical Creature Books for Kids: 10 Magical Favorites
Dragons, unicorns, mermaids, fairies, and creatures that are wonderfully strange and sometimes a little bit scary – mythical creatures have been capturing imaginations for centuries! If your children love wondering what if? and getting lost in stories about creatures that could never quite exist, books are such a lovely way to explore these fascinating legends…
Make a DIY Pan Flute: A Mythical Music Activity for Kids
Have you ever wondered what kind of music a mythical creature might make? In ancient Greek mythology, satyrs were often connected with Pan, the god of forests, music, and nature, and they were frequently imagined dancing and playing music in the wild. Today, I’m sharing a fun, hands-on activity from our Mythical Creatures Family Unit…
Dragons, Fairies, and Magical Beasts! Mythical Creatures Unit Study
What do you get when you mix a lion with an eagle? Where might a fairy live? Could a creature really rise from its own ashes? And what would happen if you let a roll of the dice decide which animal parts your monster gets? Welcome to the wonderfully strange, mysterious, and downright fun world…
Teaching Kids to Spell with How Wee Write
Can we talk about spelling for a minute? (and how to make it fun!) We spend a lot of time talking about how to teach kids to read—and rightly so! But there’s another side of literacy that doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: Spelling! Let’s face it, spelling can be… tricky. English is full…
Homeschool Reading Curriculum Overview
I have something truly exciting to share with you… We now know exactly how to teach children to read! Yes, you read that right! And today, I will show you how to do it, too! As a Teacher and Certified Reading Specialist, I am going to help you understand how reading develops in children. We…
Learning to Read with Word Families
I’ve been fascinated by the journey of learning to read and write for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I’ve worked with hundreds of students in the classroom—some who seemed to pick up reading effortlessly, and others who struggled despite their best efforts. Determined to better support all learners, I completed three…
20 of the Best Educational Preschool Songs
Music is a powerful tool in early childhood education. It captures children’s attention, makes learning fun, and helps reinforce essential concepts in an engaging way. Whether you’re a teacher looking to add some fun to your classroom activities or a parent seeking to support your child’s development at home, incorporating some educational preschool songs is…
Learning Numbers Through Play: Preschool Math Activities
Before I taught Kindergarten, I spent my days in a preschool classroom—and honestly, that experience was a game-changer. It gave me such a deep appreciation for how much learning happens through play before kids ever start “big kid” school. One thing I noticed? Preschool math doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves. But it’s actually…
