Before I taught Kindergarten, I spent my days in a preschool classroom—and honestly, that experience was a game-changer. It gave me such a deep appreciation for how much learning happens through play before kids ever start “big kid” school. One thing I noticed? Preschool math doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves. But it’s actually…
Teaching Children to Spell with How Wee Write
Can we talk about spelling for a minute? (and how to make it fun!) We spend a lot of time talking about how to teach kids to read—and rightly so! But there’s another side of literacy that doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: Spelling! Let’s face it, spelling can be… tricky. English is full…
Tall, Small, and Fall Letters: Free Printable to Support Early Writing
Today, I want to share something super cute and educational, designed to support early writing and printing skills in children. And honestly, I didn’t quite get my fill of giving this holiday season, so I just had to do one more for all of you! The Tall, Small, and Fall Letters Activity Pack—I hope you…
Preschool Christmas Projects: Name Puzzles
It just wouldn’t be Christmas without a good old name puzzle! This has been a classic in our home over the years, with all my children creating many (many) name puzzles when they reached that magical preschool age. So, if you’re looking for awesome preschool Christmas projects, you’re in the right place! We originally did…
Day 4 of Giveaways with Owlkids!
🎁 Day #4 of Giveaways! The season of giving is in full swing, and our 5 Days of Giveaways continues with something truly special! I am so excited to introduce you to one of our wonderful How Wee Learn Partners today! Owlkids has kindly joined us for Day 4 of our Giveaways — and they…
The Magic of Intentional Play: My Vet Clinic Pretend Play!
Can we just talk about the clutter that comes with having kids for a moment? I used to think it didn’t bother me— that the mess was just part of life with little ones. I mean, with the sheer quantity of toys, there was bound to be chaos somewhere, right? Then my mom (in all…
Play-Based Learning: A Peek Inside the ‘In the Bakery’ Resource
If there’s one thing that makes learning magical, it’s imagination. When children step into a world of play—whether they’re explorers, builders, or bakers—the learning happens naturally and joyfully. Through pretend and play-based learning, little ones develop literacy, numeracy, creativity, and problem-solving skills… all while having so much fun! I can’t wait to share a sneak…
Printable Human Body Systems Playdough Mats!
I’m so excited to share these fun and FREE human body playdough mats with you—they turned out even better than I imagined! Whether your little ones love to draw or get hands-on with playdough, these printables are perfect for exploring the major human body systems in a playful, engaging way. Let’s check out what is…
Teaching Kids to Read Through Play
Let’s talk about one of the most common questions I get as a teacher (and homeschooling mom): “How do I actually teach my child to read?” For some kids, reading clicks into place like magic—easy peasy. And for others… well, let’s just say it’s more of a journey. And guess what? That’s 100% OKAY. I’m…
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…
