“What should we play today, Mama?” It’s a question I hear often and one that can sometimes feel tricky to answer. But if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found that the very best learning happens when we follow our children’s curiosity and dive into play together. That’s exactly what happened in our home when…
Play-Based Learning: The Little Flower Shop
“How on Earth does she know how to subtract using decimals???” I just love it when my husband is amazed by our little ones’ knowledge! Of course, this wasn’t part of the Grade One math curriculum—it was discovered through play. Play-based learning is the best way to teach young children. And it’s as simple as…
The Magic of Intentional Play: My Vet Clinic Pretend Play!
Can we just talk about the clutter that comes with having kids for a moment? I used to think it didn’t bother me— that the mess was just part of life with little ones. I mean, with the sheer quantity of toys, there was bound to be chaos somewhere, right? Then my mom (in all…
Woodland Post Office Play-Based Learning Resource | How Wee Learn Membership
At How Wee Learn, we believe the best kind of learning happens through play—joyful, hands-on, and full of imagination. Play-based learning helps children explore, experiment, and create while building important skills like literacy, math, problem-solving, and confidence. And the best part? It feels like fun, not work! When I taught Kindergarten, one of my very…
Play-Based Learning: A Peek Inside the ‘In the Bakery’ Resource
If there’s one thing that makes learning magical, it’s imagination. When children step into a world of play—whether they’re explorers, builders, or bakers—the learning happens naturally and joyfully. Through pretend and play-based learning, little ones develop literacy, numeracy, creativity, and problem-solving skills… all while having so much fun! I can’t wait to share a sneak…
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…