Did you know that a cow has four digestive components, not four stomachs? Does it surprise you that chickens are the closest living relative to the tyrannosaurus rex? That is only the beginning! Our latest unit study, On the Farm, is full of so much fun, hands-on learning. And today, I’m going to share a…
Free Nature Scavenger Hunt Printables
Are you a nature lover? I have been a “tree hugger,” as my Mama affectionately (I think affectionately?) calls me, for as long as I can remember. If the opportunity to be outside exists, that is where you will find me. That is why so much of the content here at How Wee Learn has…
The Best Children’s Books About Nature
Our own backyards are home to so many interesting plants and animals, making it the perfect place to cultivate a love of nature with your little one! I gathered 10 of the best children’s books about nature for you to dive into while exploring the great outdoors (or the great backyard). The Backyard Naturalist Family…
How to Make a Field Journal for Earth Day and Every Day!
Happy Earth Day! Today, we will be heading out for our Annual Earth Day Nature Walk. While it certainly sounds fancy—you know, adding the word “annual” and Capitalizing Every Word—it’s really just a simple walk in the woods, something we do often. This year, however, we’re adding something new to our walk: we made a…
Citrus Math Fraction Manipulatives!
Don’t let math get sour—keep it sweet with these citrus math fraction manipulatives! This bundle has been created for you to use with your children and it is completely FREE! These fraction printables are perfect for children in Grades 1-3 and go along beautifully with the How Wee Learn Math Curriculums. Our math curriculum is unique…
DIY Math Manipulatives for Fractions, Geometry, and More!
Ready to get creative with your learning tools?! In this blog post, I’ll share some fantastic DIY math manipulatives that you can easily whip up at home. You’ll find ideas for number sense, making 10, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, geometry, and more. The ideas all use everyday materials (or ones you can easily pick…
