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…
Spectacular Summer Book List for 3-6 Year Olds!
Looking for the perfect cure for summer boredom, meltdowns, and the dreaded “summer slide”? The answer is simple: BOOKS! Grab your 3-6-year-old and dive into a selection of summer books for preschoolers, and you’ll have the blissful, stress-free summer you’ve been dreaming of. Trust me, there’s nothing a great book can’t fix. This curated list…
Rainforest Expedition Family Unit Study
From the Amazon, Congo, and Daintree Rainforests, to the canopy layers and biodiversity, get ready to go on a Rainforest Expedition and learn about rainforests in this fun, hands-on unit study featuring an epic diorama project! Did you know rainforests cover around 6% of the Earth’s surface but are home to about half of the…
Meet the Mammals Family Unit Study
Mammals can be carnivores, omnivores, or herbivores. They also appear at every level of the food web. But… what is a mammal?! Let’s find out! In our Meet the Mammals Family Unit Study, we find out what makes a mammal a mammal, and learn all about some very interesting mammals—including bats, whales, and the platypus!…
Playful Days Toddler Program Review
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. During these playful days, 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 to help…
A Prehistoric Journey – The Perfect Dinosaur Unit Study!
What if you could step back in time – millions of years ago – to when giant dinosaurs roamed the Earth? What did these incredible creatures look like? What did they eat? And how do scientists know so much about animals that disappeared long before people ever existed? In our Prehistoric Journey Family Unit Study,…
Children’s Books for Teaching Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is at the core of a happy and meaningful life. By teaching positive character traits—like compassion and gratitude—we give our children the tools to self-motivate, build positive relationships, and effectively manage stress and worry. And books can play a crucial role in this process, which is why I compiled this list of children’s…
A Complete Math Curriculum for Grades 1 to 8
I am so excited to share that How Wee Learn offers a complete math curriculum for children in Grades 1 through 8! This isn’t a collection of worksheets or a series of disconnected lessons. It’s a teacher-created, thoughtfully designed, fully integrated math program that: Meets and/or exceeds U.S. and Canadian math standards Covers all core…
