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…
How to Use Affirmations | Raising Kind, Caring, Good Kids
Parenting can be tough! We all have our good and not-so-good days—or, in most cases, our good and not-so-good hours. It’s totally normal! I’m not saying that makes it any easier, but sometimes it’s nice to know we are not alone. We can all use a little support on this parenting journey. I truly believe…
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…
The Everything Kindergarten Bundle
If you’ve ever wished someone would bundle up a beautiful, playful, actually doable year of kindergarten and hand it to you with a bow… well, friend, today is your day! The Everything Kindergarten Bundle truly has everything you need to create a magical, memorable, and educational year at home. From literacy and numeracy to art…
Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum
There are some magical things happening between the ages of 4 and 6. Well, truthfully, we can say this about many ages. But I’m talking about big-time brain development. Our kiddos are soaking up language like little sponges, figuring out big emotions, and buzzing with energy. In other words, it’s the perfect time to nurture…
How to Create a Gentle Daily Rhythm
Have you ever noticed how little ones love to read the same story again and again… and again and again? While fabulous for developing language skills, this also gives children a much-desired sense of control and predictability in their day. The same holds true with a daily rhythm. When little ones know what to expect…
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 Complete Learn-to-Write Program
If you’ve been around here for a while, you know how passionate I am about helping little ones learn to read. Today, though, I’m excited to give you a sneak peek at something just as important—and just as fun: learning to write! We put a lot of energy into teaching our kids to read (and…
Bridge Building STEM Challenge for Kindergarten
Children absolutely love a challenge—just saying the word is often enough to spark excitement and curiosity! That’s what makes this bridge-building STEM challenge from the Dinosaur theme in Kindergarten at Home such a hit. It’s hands-on, creative, and packed with opportunities for learning through play. Your child will have a blast experimenting with materials, problem-solving,…
Bedtime Gratitude Journal for Kindergarteners
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…