Want to make a super fun pinwheel with just a piece of paper, a pencil, scissors, and a pushpin? Yep, that’s all you need! Oh, and if you’re also curious about wind, forces, and maybe even a few cool experiments to try after, you’re in the right place. We’re about to dive into the magic…
Halloween Origami Bookmark Black Cat Printable
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…
Halloween School | A Fun Lesson Plan for Halloween!
Imagine waking up every day in October and diving headfirst into the spirit of Halloween—making memories, having a blast with your kids, and sneaking in learning without anyone even noticing. That’s the idea behind Halloween School—your not-so-spooky plan for turning October into one big, epic educational adventure! When my kids were younger, this time of…
Balancing Bird: Halloween Edition! Make a Balancing Bat
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…
