Helping young kids wind down at the end of the day can be more than just brushing their teeth and reading a story. It’s also the perfect time to build some positive habits. One of the sweetest and most meaningful ways to do that is with a Bedtime Gratitude Journal for Kindergarteners. Just a few…
Learning to Read with Word Families
I’ve been fascinated by the journey of learning to read and write for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I’ve worked with hundreds of students in the classroom—some who seemed to pick up reading effortlessly, and others who struggled despite their best efforts. Determined to better support all learners, I completed three…
Games for Letter Recognition from How Wee Read
Today, I’m excited to give you a sneak peek into one of my most valuable resources! As a Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Special Education Specialist, I have a unique set of skills designed to help you teach your children with confidence. But—I’m also a seasoned homeschooling mom to four amazing kids, so I know…
Homeschool Reading Curriculum Overview
I have something truly exciting to share with you… We now know exactly how to teach children to read! Yes, you read that right! And today, I will show you how to do it, too! As a Teacher and Certified Reading Specialist, I am going to help you understand how reading develops in children. We…
All About Morning Time with Littles
Morning time with little ones can feel a bit chaotic – full of energy, distractions, and a lot of “what’s next?” But a simple, predictable morning routine can make all the difference. Starting your day together with a few calm, playful moments helps set a positive tone, strengthens your connection, and creates a comforting rhythm…
A Complete Literacy Curriculum for Grades 1 to 8
I am so excited to share that How Wee Learn offers a complete literacy curriculum for children in Grades 1 through 8! This isn’t a random collection of worksheets or a patchwork of disconnected lessons. It’s a teacher-created, thoughtfully designed, complete literacy curriculum that builds strong reading and writing skills. We take things one manageable…
The Best Read Aloud Chapter Books
There’s something pretty magical about reading chapter books aloud with kids. Whether you’re curled up on the couch or sneaking in a chapter before bed, it’s a special way to connect, laugh, and go on adventures together—without even leaving the house. And the best part? While you’re sharing a story, your child is building focus,…
The Only Grade Two Book List You Need!
As a teacher and reading specialist, it is my sworn duty to love books. And I do! It is also my sworn duty to help children fall in love with books. With that in mind, I’m excited to share beautiful, thoughtfully curated book lists that kids will truly love. The Ultimate Book List for Grade…
Grade 1 to 8 Math and Literacy in One Page a Day
Learning doesn’t need to be long, complicated, or overwhelming. With the right approach, your child can cover ALL core literacy and math skills with just one page of literacy and one page of math a day. Yes—one. And yes—it really works! Tried, tested, and true. Let’s take a closer look at our Grade School Math…
Breathtaking Winter Books for Preschoolers
I like to live quite simply. You won’t find anything extravagant here, and thanks to a major decluttering effort last year, you won’t find much excess at all. There aren’t many toys, piles of clothes, or unnecessary “stuff.” With one exception. Books. We have shelves upon shelves of them — mostly children’s books, and hundreds…