If you are looking for some guided learning resources to use with your preschooler, here are a few that I typically offer as a suggestion: Before Five in a Row : Before Five in a Row  is "a treasury of creative ideas to inspire learning readiness.&qu…

Pre-writing, or writing warm-ups, are activities that strengthen the eye-hand coordination and fine muscle control needed for writing. They are a great way to get your preschooler ready for writing!  Here is a list of pre-writing ideas that we have used: …

Where do I find quality children's literature? Book lists. There are several lists out there that list quality children's books. The Read Aloud Handbook, by Jim Trelease is one that we own. I am particularly picky about what my children read, so …

One of our goals in homeschooling is to teach our children how to learn so that they will be life long learners. I think this is best accomplished by creating a literacy rich home! For me, this begins by talking to my children from birth, reading to my c…