Teach Your Littles At Home | Homeschool Preschool Activities for Busy Moms of 2 to 5 Year Olds

It's Spider Week — a toddler favorite filled with creepy crawly fun! From fine motor spider crafts to web-themed sensory play, these hands-on activities will help your little one explore the letter S as you sprinkle learning into their play. Links Mentioned: Grab Your Spider Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1300731946  Toddler Curriculum for the Year: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1575955240  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Get ready for a fun week of learning through pumpkin toddler activities! These activities are designed to help your little one explore the letter P while building early literacy, math, fine motor, and sensory skills through hands-on play! Links Mentioned: Grab Your Pumpkin Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1314751891  October Toddler Activity Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/4360582414  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

This week on Teach Your Littles at Home, we’re diving into Elephant Week! Get ready for a fun lineup of hands-on activities that build fine motor skills, early literacy, math, and more—all while keeping your child engaged through play. Links Mentioned: Grab Your Elephant Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1313531745  October Toddler Activity Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/4360582414  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Dinosaurs are always a toddler favorite — and for the 4th week of homeschool preschool, I’m sharing five fun and simple ways you can bring dinosaurs to life at home! From sensory play to art, fine motor, math, and gross motor activities, you’ll have everything you need to create a week of fun and learning. Links Mentioned: Dinosaur Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1299490856  Complete Toddler Curriculum: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1575955240  FREE Toddler Curriculum Map: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

This week we are driving into cars week! We're chatting about 5 simple, hands-on activities that are easy to set up and enjoy with your little ones. We’ll explore literacy, math, fine motor, gross motor, and art in a way that keeps learning playful and engaging. I’ll walk you through each activity so you can picture how to bring Cars Week to life in your own home. If you want to join in the fun all September long, check out our September Toddler Activities Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/4360506783/september-toddler-activities-preschool  Links mentioned: FREE Toddler Curriculum Map: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Cars Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/992894629/cars-toddler-lesson-plans-preschool Use code TEACHYOURLITTLES in our Etsy shop for 20% off! Cars Blog Post: https://theprimarybrain.com/toddler%20school/2020/03/17/Toddler-School-Curriculum-Car-Themed-Lessons/ Kwikstix Paint: https://amzn.to/41PngGO  *This is an Amazon commissionable link. This means, I receive a commission without any extra cost to you!    Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

This week we wrapped up our apple theme from episode 34 and now it’s time to get ready for rainbow week! In this episode, I share my 3 favorite organizational tips for keeping preschool simple and walk you through five fun rainbow activities you can use next week. Get prepped this weekend so you’re ready to jump into a COLORful week of learning on Monday! If you want to join in the fun all September long, check out our September Toddler Activities Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/4360506783/september-toddler-activities-preschool  Links mentioned: FREE Toddler Curriculum Map: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Rainbow Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/992905489/rainbow-toddler-activities-letter-r  Use code TEACHYOURLITTLES in our Etsy shop for 20% off! Rainbow Activities Blog Post: https://theprimarybrain.com/toddler%20school/2018/10/14/Toddler-School-Curriculum-Rainbow-Theme/  Listen to Episode 34 (sorry, said 33!): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/034-5-apple-themed-toddler-activities-for-homeschool/id1763629783?i=1000724052327  *Sterilite Clip Boxes: https://amzn.to/3JGMFw3  *This is an Amazon commissionable link. This means, I receive a commission without any extra cost to you!  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Here are 5 apple themed toddler activities you can enjoy at home with your little ones! I am so excited to come alongside you on this journey of teaching your children and I hope these activities help you create a fun day of learning with your preschoolers. Links Mentioned: Apple Toddler Unit Blog Post: http://theprimarybrain.com/toddler%20school/2018/09/07/Toddler-School-Curriculum-Apple-Theme-Lesson-1/  Apple Toddler Lesson Plans & Printables: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/956103440/apple-toddler-activities-tot-school  Use code TEACHYOURLITTLES in our Etsy shop for 20% off! FREE School Year Calendar and Unit Plans: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

After a short break, I’m back and so excited to help you kick off your homeschool preschool year as I do the same with my 2 ½-year-old daughter! In this episode, I’ll walk you through the simple daily structure you can use—starting with blanket time, then moving into sensory play, fine motor, gross motor, math, and crafts. I hope you are as excited as we are to begin your homeschool preschool year! Links Mentioned: Download your FREE toddler curriculum map: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Episode 2: Our Homeschool Preschool Daily Routine: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000666653321 Episode 3: How to Prepare for Your Homeschool Preschool Year: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/003-how-to-prepare-for-your-homeschool-preschool-year/id1763629783?i=1000666654922 Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826  

On today’s episode, we’re talking about some simple, real-life moments when you can naturally work on letter sounds with your child, without any special planning or prep needed! Links mentioned: Episode 30: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000699516681  Episode 31: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000700612996  Bath Paints: https://amzn.to/4hPho5r  This is a commissionable Amazon link. Every time an item is purchased with this link, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Where to follow us: Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

If you have an older preschooler who is showing signs of being ready to learn to read, then this episode will give you simple, hands-on ways to help them master phonics skills without worksheets or flashcards—because we are talking about teaching phonics through play. In today’s episode, we’re starting with letter sounds and recognition, which is the foundation of early reading. I’m sharing easy, playful ways to teach letter sounds. So, grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let’s talk about letters! Listen to episode 30 - What is phonics and How Will Phonics Skills Help My Preschooler? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000699516681  Make sure to join our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community so you can ask all of your reading questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Have you ever asked yourself the following questions? What is phonics? How will I teach my child to read? Before we can begin to teach our child to read, we first need to understand what phonics is—especially since you’re working with your preschoolers, and this is the very beginning of their reading journey! Over the next few weeks, we are talking about the wonderful world of phonics and how you can set up your preschooler for a wonderful reading journey! Make sure to join our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community so you can ask all of your reading questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Do you know how to catch a leprechaun? On today’s show, we are talking about 7 activities to help make St. Patrick’s Day memorable for your little ones. We are even talking about how to catch that pesky leprechaun this year. I hope this episode helps you make new memories with your little ones. Links Mentioned: St. Patrick’s Day Preschool Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1876458175/st-patricks-day-preschool-activities-and St. Patrick’s Day Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1409945412/st-patricks-day-toddler-activities-st Book: How to Catch a Leprechaun: https://amzn.to/4heW9tu Dot Markers: https://amzn.to/3Dyt3HF These Amazon links are commissionable links. This means that I earn a small commission from your purchase at NO extra cost to you.   Episodes to Listen to: Episode 7: How to Make a Sensory Bin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000670420531 Episode 9: How to Teach Your Child to Use a Sensory Bin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000672085051 Where to follow us: Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Since the spring season is right around the corner, what better way to explore the world with your kids than through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch? The best part? With simple, everyday learning moments you can help your child learn while enjoying the beauty of spring right from home! Join our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

On today's episode, we are diving into 5 simple art activities you can do with your preschoolers using items you may already have on hand.    Share your art masterpieces in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Today we are chatting about 10 field trips you can take in your local community for free! You'll learn how to take a simple field trip and turn it into a fun learning experience!  Blog Post Mentioned: https://theprimarybrain.com/preschool/2025/02/16/Field-Trips-In-Your-Community/ Check out our Preschool Curriculum for Plans and Activities to Pair with Field Trips: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1734226997/preschool-curriculum-lesson-plans-and   👋🏻 Come say Hello! Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Today we are talking all about how to make learning part of your daily routine with your little ones. Whether you are doing dishes, folding laundry, or out for a walk, there are so many opportunities for learning in these tiny moments of our day.   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Today we are talking about how to introduce Bible studies into your weekly routine with your preschoolers. You’ll learn 12 activities that you can rotate through each week to help give your children a greater understanding of the Bible.   Links mentioned: The Beginners Bible: https://amzn.to/4ht1YEi Old Testament Bible Lessons Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1311582628/old-testament-bible-lessons-sunday    Where to follow us: Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Today, we’re diving into an important topic: five essential preschool skills to master before starting kindergarten. I hope you enjoy learning with us as you play at home today! ⭐️ Download your FREE Preschool Activities Bonus Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle   Episode Links: 11 – Fine Motor Skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000673860461 13 – Alphabet Activities: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000675635376 14 – Math Activities: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000676536595   👋🏻 Come say Hello! Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

We’re getting ready to celebrate 100 days of preschool learning! On today’s episode, I will help you create a plan to celebrate the 100th day of school in your home. Links mentioned: Grab your 100th Day of School Unit (Use code 100Days for 30% off): https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1860811227/100th-day-of-preschool-activities-100 Use the code 100DAYS for 30% your entire purchase in my shop:  https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com?coupon=100DAYS Listen to Episode 11 – What are fine motor skills? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000673860461 Read the full blog post and view photos of activities: https://theprimarybrain.com/preschool/2025/01/16/100th-Day-of-Preschool Where to follow us: Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 of my favorite indoor gross motor games for kids to keep on hand for the days you need to stay indoors. Links Mentioned: Episode 5: 6 Skill Areas to Teach Your Toddlers: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000668890897 Cars Toddler Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/992894629/cars-toddler-activities-tot-school Grab these freebies for even more indoor fun: Free school year calendar and unit plans: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Free activity guide: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-guide Free bonus activities bundle:  https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826  

Happy 2025! In this first episode of the new year, I'm sharing 7 things you can do to set the tone for a wonderful year of learning with your little ones.  Links Mentioned: Download your FREE toddler curriculum map: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-toddler-curriculum-map Episode 2: Create Your Daily Routine: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000666653321 You can also grab our Free Preschool Bonus Bundle here: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

On today’s final episode of 2024, I’m sharing what we will be doing for New Years and I hope it helps give you ideas for how to ring in the New Year with your little ones—without losing sleep. Links mentioned: New Years Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1644883361/new-years-toddler-activities-tot-school Confetti Balloons: https://amzn.to/3ZThKCq Kwikstix Paints: https://amzn.to/4iHvRCm New Years Toddler Blog Post: https://theprimarybrain.com/toddler%20school/2023/12/19/New-Years-Toddler-Activities/ *Please note, the Amazon links are commissionable links. This means I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. EVEN MORE FUN! Grab your FREE Preschool Bonus Bundle Here: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

In this episode, you can grab 10 simple Christmas activities you can do with your kids using items you already have at home. Links mentioned: Gingerbread Playdough Recipe: https://theprimarybrain.com/christmas/2018/12/11/Homemade-No-Bake-Christmas-Playdough/ Salt Dough Ornaments Blog Post: https://theprimarybrain.com/christmas/2019/12/04/Salt-Dough-Christmas-Ornaments/ Episode 17: Christmas Holiday Traditions for Kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000678917171   If you are looking for Christmas printables, check out these resources: Toddler Christmas Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1334512553/christmas-toddler-activities-tot-school Preschool Christmas Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1616347899/christmas-preschool-activities-pre-k Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826  

On today’s episode, I’m sharing a few December traditions that our family enjoys each year. I hope you feel inspired to kick off the holiday season with some fun new traditions of your own! Making gingerbread houses, getting a real tree, making ornaments, and a Christmas book advent are just a few of the topics you will enjoy.   Links mentioned: Salt Dough Ornaments Blog Post: https://theprimarybrain.com/christmas/2019/12/04/Salt-Dough-Christmas-Ornaments/   If you are looking for Christmas printables, check out these resources:   Toddler Christmas Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1334512553/christmas-toddler-activities-tot-school   Preschool Christmas Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1616347899/christmas-preschool-activities-pre-k   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826   Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Have you ever wondered what materials you need on hand to teach your child? Whether you are a homeschool preschool family or just starting to think about what to work on with your child, an activity basket will help you stay organized and make learning fun for your littles!  So today on the show, I’m sharing all my tips and tricks for creating an activity basket that your little ones are sure to love! Grab our Free Preschool Bonus Bundle here: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle Items included in our activity basket: Crayons Shoelaces Large pencil Glue stick Blank white paper Strips of construction paper Folded white paper Plastic tweezers and pompoms Playdough container Colored masking tape roll Share your activity basket in our Teach Your Littles At Home Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

What is the true meaning of why we celebrate Thanksgiving? Today we are talking about ways to make Thanksgiving memorable and special for your little ones. I’m sharing 5 ways to make Thanksgiving special with a few ideas from our own family traditions that we share each year. I hope you feel motivated to try a few new things this year!   Links to Thanksgiving resources mentioned: Turkey Toddler Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1314900201/turkey-toddler-activities-tot-school Thanksgiving Preschool Activities: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1799855378/thanksgiving-preschool-activities   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826  

In this episode, we are talking about 10 simple math activities you can do with your little ones to work on color names, number names, and counting using items you already have around the house.  Links Mentioned: Numbers Playdough Book: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1796174894/numbers-to-120-playdough-mats-play-dough FREE Playdough Colors Book in our Bonus Bundle: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle Counting Playdough Book: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1810377859/counting-playdough-mats-play-dough-cards   Listen to Episode 5 for even more math activity ideas here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-your-littles-at-home-homeschool-preschool-activities/id1763629783?i=1000668890897   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards.   

In this episode, I share my favorite ways to teach alphabet activities to your toddlers and preschoolers.    Links Mentioned: Foam Alphabet Letters: https://amzn.to/4eU8Fh8 Bath Paints: https://amzn.to/3NhE8yg Tub of Magnetic Letters: https://amzn.to/3zS9wAd Alphabet Cookie Cutters: https://amzn.to/3YfCvaL Letter Stamps: https://amzn.to/3BtnGrV Grab your FREE Preschool Bonus Bundle Here: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-bonus-bundle Grab our new Alphabet Coloring Book on Amazon Here: https://amzn.to/3ZYrcEX   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Today on the show, we are chatting about how you can create your own fine motor tool bin to have on hand any time you want to work on fine motor skills with your children. If you want to learn more about what fine motor skills are, make sure to listen to episode 11. Links mentioned: Dot markers: https://amzn.to/47YDAH9 Lacing cards: https://amzn.to/4eCciJ6 Large hole beads: https://amzn.to/485OUB9  Plastic tweezers: https://amzn.to/3YgaoIq  Water droppers: https://amzn.to/4eWO7ot  Washable paint: https://amzn.to/4hdPnWn *These Amazon links are commissionable links. This means I make a small commission when you purchase with this link, without any additional costs incurred.   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Where to connect with us: The Primary Brain blog: https://theprimarybrain.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

Have you ever wondered, what are fine motor skills? In this episode, we are talking about what fine motor skills are and how you can help your child develop strong fine motor skills. Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

Have you found the magic of a sensory bin? Today we are talking about the ways to add learning components to your sensory bins to help your children learn a variety of skills as they play. The best part is, they will have so much fun, that they won’t even realize they are learning!   You can listen to the first 3 episodes in this four-part series: Episode 7: How to Make a Sensory Bin Episode 8: Why Preschoolers Should Use Sensory Bins Episode 9: How to Teach Your Child to Use a Sensory Bin   Interested in a year-long curriculum that includes sensory bin printables for a year? Check out my Toddler Learning Curriculum for 2 to 3 year olds: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1575955240/the-complete-toddler-learning-curriculum   You can also grab sensory bin printables for 3 ½ to 5 year olds in my Preschool Curriculum: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1734226997/preschool-curriculum-lesson-plans-and   Share a sensory bin photo in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

Today is part 3 of our sensory bin series. We are chatting about my favorite ways to set your little ones up for success as you first begin using a sensory bin.   Links Mentioned: Sterilite Clip Boxes: https://amzn.to/3AvgxXQ *This Amazon link is a commissionable link. This means I make a small commission when you purchase with this link, without any additional costs incurred.   Connect with us in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

On the show, we are chatting about why you should use sensory bins with your preschoolers.    In case you missed part one of this sensory bin series, listen to episode 7: What is a Sensory Bin?   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

Today we are diving into a 4-part series all about sensory bins. On today’s show I’m sharing what sensory bins are and how to put together a sensory bin using materials you likely have on hand. Links Mentioned: Sterilite Clip Boxes: https://amzn.to/3AvgxXQ Liquid Washable Paint: https://amzn.to/4czBpKL *These Amazon links are commissionable links. This means I make a small commission when you purchase with this link, without any additional costs incurred.   Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards.   

Today on the show I am sharing 5 of my favorite themes for preschool learning during the fall season.   Grab your pumpkin seed chart in our Pumpkin Toddler Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1314751891/pumpkin-toddler-activities-tot-school    Click the blog posts below for a closer look: Apple Theme Pumpkin Theme Spider Theme Halloween Theme Turkey Theme   Share the fun you are having in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

You know you want to teach your kids, but what do you teach them? Where do you begin? Today I am sharing the 6 skill areas I focus on when designing activities for my little ones at home.   Grab your FREE Toddler Activities Guide so you don’t need to take notes!   Links Mentioned: Dot Markers: https://amzn.to/47yk6ZP Playdoh: https://amzn.to/4dSqayn Join our community of moms on Facebook: Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community.   Check out our Toddler Learning Curriculum for an entire year of activities and lesson plans you can start doing right away with your little ones!   Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards.    *These Amazon links are commissionable links. This means I make a small commission when you purchase with this link, without any additional costs incurred.  

In this episode, we share 10 ways to incorporate outdoor learning activities with your little ones at the beach.  Activity Links Mentioned: Grab your Scavenger Hunt Printable to take to the beach Preschool letter worksheets to practice letter formation Summer Preschool Activity Pack Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Plan ahead and save activity ideas from our Pinterest boards. 

You know you want to homeschool your little ones this year, but where do you begin? What materials do you prep? I’m here to help you take the guesswork out of homeschool preschool! Today on the show, I am sharing 3 free resources you can use to help you plan activities all year. Let’s begin the conversation on how to teach your little ones at home. Grab your freebies:  School year calendar and unit plans Activity guide Bonus activities bundle Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas. Save ideas for future activities from our Pinterest boards. 

Today I am answering the question, “How can I get started with a daily routine? What would this look like for my preschooler?” I am sharing how to create a preschool routine for your child as you play and learn at home. Whether you are looking for a quick activity or a longer learning time, there will be ideas in the episode for you. I hope this episode helps you get started teaching your little ones at home! Download your free Toddler Activity Guide and curriculum sequence with 40 themes. Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community. Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog. We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us for activity ideas or save ideas from our Pinterest boards.   

In today’s first episode of Teach Your Littles At Home, I’ll be sharing how we got started doing simple activities at home and how it became a part of our daily routine. I hope you feel inspired to start doing activities at home with your own little ones! Grab your 26 days of Toddler Activities: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/podcast-26-activities  Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826  Grab even more activities on The Primary Brain Blog: https://theprimarybrain.com  We're also on Instagram if you want to DM us @theprimarybrain for activity ideas or save ideas from our Pinterest boards: https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain 

Do you wish there was a simple way to teach your 2 to 5-year-old children at home while they play? Are you looking for a simple roadmap you can follow to help guide you in creating the perfect learning opportunities that will fit into your busy days as a mom? Welcome! I’m Laurin Brainard from The Primary Brain and I am so glad you are here at Teach Your Littles At Home! I have discovered that having a structured routine with my children is just what I need to keep our life running smoothly. Inside this podcast, I’m combining my 11 years as a classroom teacher, along with my own homeschool preschool experiences to help you find activities and ideas to keep those little hands busy learning. You will learn how to make academic concepts fun and hands-on without losing your sanity! We are going to simplify teaching your children at home so that you can have FUN while you learn and play with one another. Grab free activities and learn more at: https://theprimarybrain.com Connect with Laurin in our Teach Your Littles at Home Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Where to follow us: Subscribe to our podcast so you never miss an episode! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826