One of my favorite activities to enjoy with preschoolers is a simple walk. Whether it’s a walk to the park, a walk around the neighborhood, or a walk on some nature trails, the fresh air lifts our spirits and presents so many learning opportunities. Especially when you have one of these no-prep preschool scavenger hunts…
43 Science Experiments to BLOW Your Kid’s Mind!
Science is really cool. There are so many amazing things in this world of ours. So many science experiments for kids that just make me stop and say, “whoa” … or “wow” … or “What the …!!” (depending, of course, on my company). Children, as we know, are naturally curious. They naturally want to learn…
Sun Science Experiments for Kids | 15 Fun Ideas!
Earlier this week, I shared with you how we made a DIY Solar Oven. The kids had so much fun seeing what they could cook in their oven, and the whole process was filled with lots of sun science learning, too! Today, I’m going to share with you more ways that you can learn about…
DIY Solar Oven with a Pizza Box!
Are you looking for a fun, educational, and delicious activity to do with your kids? Building a DIY solar oven is a fantastic project that combines science, creativity, culinary skills, and environmental awareness. (Bet you didn’t see that last one coming!) Not only will kids learn about solar energy, but they will also get the…
Beach Activities for Preschoolers with a Muffin Tray!
Beach days are relatively stress-free for us now, but back when my boys were preschoolers? This mama was more than a touch frazzled on beach day. Getting everyone changed into bathing suits, packing enough snacks and water, carrying the cooler and all of the towels and blankets and hats to our chosen spot at the…
Seed Germination Experiment – The Results!
Have you ever used the mason jar method for a seed germination experiment?! It is so neat to watch a seed sprout and grow, and to see the root structure take shape. It also makes for an awesome seed germination experiment, comparing roots and sprouts and how quickly each grows! In this blog post, I’ll…
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…
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…
Summer Alphabet Games & Activities
With some absolutely beautiful weather this week, summertime—and all that it stands for—is calling me! It’s a time for fun in the sun, loads of play, and exploring this incredible world of ours. It’s also the perfect time to do some one-on-one learning with little ones. No matter how incredible a teacher is, there is nothing…
Summer Craft Activities for Kids
Are those lazy, long summer days calling your name? It’s amazing to me how summer can feel so different from the rest of the year. Maybe it’s because our activities wind down, but for one reason or another, summer feels so very different from the rest of our homeschool year. We tend to have so…