Have you ever played with a balancing bird before? You know, the birds that balance by their beak on the tip of your finger? They are such a fun little toy and are wonderful for introducing concepts like weight, gravity, balance, and counterbalance! Today, I’m going to show you how to make your very own…
Remarkable Preschool Math Center Ideas
Before teaching Kindergarten, I spent my days in a preschool room—and wow, did that shape how I see early learning. It taught me just how powerful play-based math can be, and honestly, it’s so fun to teach! Even though I’m soaking up this special time at home with my own little ones, I still feel…
How Wee Learn’s Grade 6 Math Curriculum
I’m so excited to give you a little behind-the-scenes look at my Grade Six Math Curriculum today! If you have been following along, you will know I’m all about quality over quantity. Even as children get older and their math work gets more complex, they don’t need to spend hours glued to a desk. Those tweens…
10 Fun Math Games Perfect for Grade 6
“Ugh, math again?” If you’ve ever heard that groan from your tween, you’re definitely not alone. Math can sometimes feel like a chore—but it doesn’t have to be! I love using games to sneak in some solid math practice without the eye rolls and sighs. Whether you’re trying to boost your 6th grader’s confidence with…
All About Me Unit Study for Homeschool
I’m thrilled to present the All About Me Unit Study—an engaging, hands-on unit study that will guide your children in discovering more about themselves, their families, and what makes them truly unique. Did you know that the word ‘unique’ is derived from the Latin word unicus, meaning ‘one and only?’ Have you ever wondered what…
Me and My World Bundle | Helping Kids Build Connections
Let’s help kids discover just how important they are and how beautifully connected they are to the world around them. If you’ve ever seen a child’s eyes light up when they learn something new, or when it clicks that “Hey, I’m part of something bigger!”—then you know just how powerful that moment can be. That…
Community Helpers Unit | Fingerprint Science Activity for Kids
One of the most meaningful lessons we can pass on to our kids is that being part of a community means helping each other. Whether it’s the friendly face at the library desk or the firefighter racing to an emergency, community helpers play a vital role in making our neighborhoods safe, healthy, and happy. That’s…
How Wee Learn’s Grade 6 Literacy Curriculum
Here’s the thing—learning should be joyful. Even as kids grow older and their schoolwork becomes a bit more complex, that spark of curiosity and excitement doesn’t have to fade. In fact, it can shine even brighter! That’s exactly what inspired me to create the How Wee Learn Homeschool Literacy Curriculum—and today, I’m so excited to…
Free Printable Homeschool Planner | A Year at Home
It’s ready! It’s ready! My patient friends, thank you for waiting. Our annual, beautiful, FREE Printable Homeschool Planner is now available to you! Free Printable Homeschool Planner This resource is downloaded year after year and is always given to you as a gift from me. A little way for me to say, “Hey friend. I…
How to Create a Gentle Daily Rhythm
Have you ever noticed how little ones love to read the same story again and again… and again and again? While fabulous for developing language skills, this also gives children a much-desired sense of control and predictability in their day. The same holds true with a daily rhythm. When little ones know what to expect…