Do you have a couple of bats or ghouls who are excited about that big day ahead? If so, you are going to love this 5-minute activity-filled Halloween countdown calendar! Get ready to count down to Halloween with your toddler or preschooler enjoying one simple, no-prep Halloween-themed learning activity each day. If I have learned…
Raising Kind, Caring, Good Kids! Character Building for Kids
We all want to raise kind, caring, good kids. Kids who tell the truth, help others, show appreciation, use good manners, and do the right thing – even when it isn’t easy. But teaching those qualities? Well, that part can be a little tricky. When emotions are running high and your child has just yelled…
Teaching Kids 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…
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…
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…
Learning Numbers Through Play: Preschool Math Activities
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…
The Everything Preschool Bundle – A Year of Playful Learning Made Simple
Preschool is such a magical season of curiosity and (let’s be honest) a whole lot of energy! The Everything Preschool Bundle was designed to bring ease, joy, and connection to your days through hands-on play that gently builds early learning skills. From nature walks that turn into science lessons to quiet time activities that encourage…
Preschool Card Games: ABC Go Fish!
Get ready for the very best of the best preschool card games! When my little ones are about 3 or so, they start joining in on some of the board game and card game fun that happens around here (oh yes, it’s a wild home we have, friends!). I really do love card games for…
Kindergarten at Home | A Peek Inside the Apple Theme
There’s so much learning packed into something as simple as… an apple! 🍎 With autumn just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start an apple-themed adventure with your kindergartener. Crisp air, golden leaves, and juicy apples in every shade of red, yellow, and green—what could be more magical? Today, I’m thrilled to give…
A Simple Kindergarten Homeschool Routine That Works
One of the questions we hear most often is, “How do I fit everything into our week?” When you’re homeschooling kindergarten, it’s easy to feel like you have to fit everything into your week. Reading, writing, art, hands-on activities, outdoor play, field trips… the list can quickly feel overwhelming. But the truth is, kindergarten doesn’t…
