Children come into the world with an endless curiosity and a natural desire to learn—it’s something we see every day as they discover new things. From one moment to the next, toddlers are absorbing the world around them, and the best part? They’re doing it all through play! That’s why I created the perfect program…
Teaching Kids to Read Through Play
As a teacher, one of the things I get asked the MOST about is teaching kids to read. For some children, it comes quickly and naturally. And for others… it doesn’t. That is OKAY! Today, I want to help out the mamas of those “others” (and I say that in a kidding and kind way,…
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…
Math Games for Preschoolers: 50 Fantastic Ideas!
Are you curious about the best way to teach math to young kids? The answer might be simpler than you think: through PLAY, of course! Kids absorb so much through play, and the preschool years are the perfect time to make learning fun and interactive. In this post, I’ll share some awesome math games for…
Number Rhymes for Littles
Learning to hear sounds and play with rhymes is such an important skill, and it can be so much fun for kids to explore early on! Parents can easily introduce rhymes through songs, poems, letter and number rhymes, games, and so much more. In fact, rhyming is one of the seven key areas of phonological…
Homeschool Math Curriculum – Grade 5
Today, I’m excited to share a look inside my Grade Five Homeschool Math Curriculum! I am a big believer in quality over quantity, which is reflected in all of my resources at How Wee Learn. Children do not need to be sitting at a desk for hours each day. If your little ones are anything…
Valentine’s Day Activities for Students
Do you feel that? I sure do! Love is in the air! Love comes in many forms—the love you feel for your family, friends, pets, and even for things you’re passionate about, like work and hobbies. I know my daughter would say she loves ponies, and I would say I love coffee and a good…
10 Books to Inspire Children to Start Your Own Business
Children can start their own businesses, too! Or what I like to call ‘Kid-Preneurs.’ Starting a business can be a fun and educational experience for children. It encourages them to think critically and creatively while also helping them understand the value of money and hard work. In my Start Your Own Business Family Unit Study,…
Breathtaking Winter Books for Preschoolers
We live quite simply. You won’t find anything all that extravagant out here, and thanks to a big de-cluttering movement last year, you won’t find much at all, really. Not too many toys, or clothes, or “stuff.” With one exception. Books. We have bookshelves and bookshelves full of books. Mostly children’s books and hundreds of…
Play into Kindergarten Readiness Review
Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain growth happens before age 6? It’s no wonder early experiences have a lasting impact on a child’s learning, behavior, and health. No pressure, right!? As a teacher and homeschooling mama, let me be the first to tell you: It doesn’t have to be hard. Today, I’m going…