Then you can take it a step further and apply these tips while teaching the alphabet and letter sounds to your child.
101 Reasons to Make Homeschooling Fun
There are so many reasons to incorporate fun, informal learning activities into your homeschool. It can serve to:
- break up the monotony of the everyday schedule,
- spark interest in subjects outside the normal course of study,
- help reluctant learners find joy in learning and build confidence,
- add some educational value to sick days, holiday breaks, or just those days when you’re asking, “Can this count as school?”, and
- provide some direction or inspiration during the deschooling process or if you’re unschooling.
So without further ado, here are a few (or actually 101) of our absolute favorite reasons to make homeschooling fun.
Teaching Your Preschooler to Read—Why It’s OK to Start Early
But even before your child is old enough to begin formal school, you may marvel at what an incredibly brilliant little human you have made. And you may decide you want to take the initiative to feed her burgeoning mind as much as possible. And, heaven help you, you may have the inclination to begin teaching your preschooler to read.
Well, if this is you, read on for some actual real encouragement and helpful advice. Continue Reading
Apple-Themed Preschool Printables, Crafts, Recipes & More

Is it fall where you’re at right now? I love sweaters and pumpkins and everything autumn! This is a post packed with apple-y goodness for your preschooler. And we also have Johnny Appleseed notebooking pages and unit study resources for your elementary-aged students.

As promised—I am updating my preschool category with these free apple-themed preschool printables that teach:
- counting,
- number recognition,
- uppercase and lowercase A,
- fine motor skills,
- matching, and more.