How can planes carry so much cargo and still fly? What are the principles of flight? How do flying squirrels really fly? With the Science of Flight Family Unit Study, you will learn all of this and more through hands-on fun! In this post, I’m going to share the 10 topics from our Science of…
6 Poem Writing Ideas, Perfect for Grade Six
I have always loved poems. From the time I was a little girl until now, poems have always had a special place in my heart. I love hearing them, creating them, and watching how a few carefully chosen words can stir so much emotion and imagination. Poetry is not just a joy for adults—it’s also…
Graphic Organizers for Kids: Get Writing Clearly!
We needed to create some graphic organizers to go along with our Grade Two Literacy Curriculum, so I thought it best to write a full blog post on the topic. After all, graphic organizers are a perfect tool for young writers! I wanted to be sure you knew about them. Oh, and I also wanted…
A Complete Literacy Curriculum for Grades 1 to 8
I am so excited to share that How Wee Learn offers a complete literacy curriculum for children in Grades 1 through 8! This isn’t a random collection of worksheets or a patchwork of disconnected lessons. It’s a teacher-created, thoughtfully designed, complete literacy curriculum that builds strong reading and writing skills. We take things one manageable…
The Perfect Human Body Unit Study!
Get ready to be amazed by what your body can do. I am so excited to introduce you to our Family Unit Study all about the human body. Did you know humans and giraffes have the same number of neck bones? Or that babies are born with 94 more bones than adults? Or that you breathe…
Winter Olympics Book List for Kids
Snowy days, couch cuddles, and kids who suddenly want to know everything about the Winter Olympics? Same here! If your home has been buzzing with questions about medals, athletes, and lightning-fast skiers, I’ve got the perfect solution: books! Because really… there’s not much a great book can’t fix. This book list comes straight from our…
Winter Olympics History Timeline Freebie
The couch is well-worn in at this point as we watch and cheer on the Olympic Athletes! Have you been watching the Winter Olympics, too? You’ve likely heard that we have a brand new Family Unit Study called… you guessed it… The Winter Olympics! So today I wanted to give you a little glimpse inside…
Delicious Food Science Experiments!
Get ready to dive into learning with food science experiments that are as tasty as they are educational! Today, I am excited to share some fantastic ways to get your kids excited about science! Did you know that popcorn kernels are about 4% water—and that tiny bit of moisture is exactly what causes them to…
Valentine’s Day Activities for Students
Do you feel that? I sure do—love is in the air! Love shows up in so many forms: the love we have for our family, friends, and pets, as well as the love we feel for the things we’re passionate about, like our work and hobbies. For example, my daughter would happily tell you she…
The Winter Olympics | Family Unit Study Overview
I am beyond excited—it’s finally time to start watching the 2026 Winter Olympics! From the icy rinks to the snowy slopes, this incredible global celebration of sport, culture, and teamwork is the perfect way to spark curiosity and learning for the whole family. Whether you’re cheering for your favorite athletes or marvelling at daring feats…
