Do you know about ‘loose parts play’? This is an idea that was introduced to me a few years ago in the Kindergarten classroom. I have used loose parts with my own children pretty much every single day since then. The idea is so very simple, and the learning is so very powerful. The idea…
Sitting Still: Over 20 Tips, Tricks, and Activities to Keep Children Engaged After a Surgery
This post has been a very long time coming. I have been asked for it so many times! So many brave Mamas are searching for ‘sitting still’ activities for their children that need to stay still after an illness or surgery. I have tried to write some ideas and share some activities, but everything I…
8 Ways to Play Puzzles!
Do you know what makes for a fabulously simple quiet time activity? Puzzles. For an activity that is excellent for strengthening little hands and fine motor skills? Puzzles. For increasing attention and concentration? Puzzles. For problem solving and spatial awareness? Puzzles. For sleepless nights and early mornings? Coffee (while little ones do puzzles.) I adore…
Summer Camp at Home Wait List
Congratulations! You are now on the Summer Camp at Home Wait List! Registration will open Monday April 26th and you will be the very first to know, so keep an eye on your email. And … the camp will be on SALE for YOU! (So glad you got yourself on the waitlist!) This year there…
Our Daily Schedule Homeschooling Grade 3 and 1 (with a newborn)
A friend of mine reminded me how fun it is to see other Mama’s daily schedules. When I was first considering homeschooling I remember devouring ALL the information I could find on daily schedules. What does it look like to homeschool grade 1? How much time is spent homeschooling grade 3? Can you homeschool with…
Raising Mindful Kids
My first daughter was born with a twinkle in her eye. She is vibrant and fully alive. When she was newly one-year-old, I vividly remember sitting with her at the tail end of summer under a big shady tree, watching her eat a fresh ripe peach for the first time. She brought that fuzzy fruit…
How to Help a Baby Learn to Sit
Well, today I get to officially bring you a blog post featuring my newest little peanut. This is Norah’s first time in the spotlight here on How Wee Learn! The time sure is flying right on by, no matter how badly I try to slow it down. This sweet little baby is 6 months old…
A Preschooler’s Spring Bucket List!
Have you been on Pinterest lately? I truly love Pinterest (are you following us over there? If not please do!). I find it so inspiring – though at times SO overwhelming. I was looking for some neat spring activities, and while I did find some awesome ideas – a lot were very complicated. I started…
Preschool Crafts for Mother’s Day
There is absolutely nothing like a homemade gift. ESPECIALLY for Mother’s Day! These Preschool Crafts for Mother’s Day are an absolute must for 2 and 3 year olds. If you are looking for other themes or seasons for your crafting please check out my main Preschool Crafts page. Do you know what every single Mama…
How to Help Kids UNDERSTAND Math
I am excited to partner with Beast Academy today to bring you this post on how to help kids understand math. As our homeschool year begins to wind down I love to look back and reflect on what has worked really well … and what hasn’t. All in all, this has been our most successful…