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Grammar Can Wait: Building Language Naturally in Lower Elementary
Decades of research in language development and literacy show that children acquire grammar long before anyone explains it to them. By the time a child start formal schooling, most have already mastered the complex rules of their spoken language, without a single worksheet or diagram. Still, many homeschooling parents feel pressure to start formal grammar…
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Using Boggle and Boggle Junior in Your Homeschool
Word games are more than just fun, they can be powerful tools for building literacy, critical thinking, and family connection. Two classic favorites, Boggle and Boggle Junior, can be easily adapted into your homeschool routine to support learners of different ages. Why Word Games Work in Homeschooling Games like Boggle encourage children to: And best…
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How Much Math Can Be Hiding in a $0.99 Thrift Store Memory Game?
The other day at the thrift store, my kids spotted a Spidey Friends Memory game for 99 cents. It was just a box of cards with no instructions—but my five-year-old is obsessed with memory games, so it came home with us. As soon as we walked in the door, both my five- and eight-year-old were…
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Free Uppercase Letter Prewriting + Handwriting Practice Sheets
When I designed these handwriting pages, I wanted them to be both developmentally appropriate and fun. The order is influenced by UFLI’s Getting Ready curriculum, but you can absolutely adjust as needed for your learner. Uppercase vs. Lowercase Some handwriting programs begin with lowercase letters, while others begin with uppercase. Both approaches are valid! I…
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The Why and How of Us: An Inclusive Sex Ed Guide for Caregivers
When your toddler asks, “Where do babies come from?” or your 7-year-old asks why their friend has two moms, it’s normal to feel unsure how to respond. Many of us didn’t grow up with healthy models of sex education, and the idea of having “the talk” can bring up awkwardness, fear, or uncertainty. Here’s the…
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New Resource Drop: Level 0 Rhyming Unit for Early Learners!
We’re excited to introduce Unit 2: Playing with Rhyme and Prewriting, a brand-new Level 0 unit from Rabbit Hole Learning! Designed especially for preschool and early kindergarten learners, this playful and engaging unit invites children to explore the sounds of language through rhyme, while gently building the fine motor and prewriting skills they’ll need for…
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Introducing My Free 36-Week Kindergarten ELA Guide (Based on Fishtank Learning!)
If you’ve ever tried using a high-quality classroom curriculum for homeschooling, you know it can be a lot to adapt. Fishtank Learning is an amazing, free resource designed for classroom teachers, but it isn’t always homeschool-friendly. That’s why I created a 36-week Kindergarten ELA guide—to make it easier for homeschoolers to follow while keeping the…
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