Teach Your Littles At Home | Homeschool Preschool Activities for Busy Moms of Toddlers and Preschoolers
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 know how it feels to have little ones running around the house while caring for a new baby. I am always trying to find the next activity to do with my little ones while I take care of other little ones, cook dinner, and try to keep the house looking somewhat presentable. 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. So, it’s time to grab your favorite hot beverage (yes, I said HOT!) and tune in as we talk about how you can get started teaching your little learners at home! Now, get ready to make more memories than you ever dreamed of with your children! You can connect with me here: Join Our Facebook Community - Teach Your Littles At Home: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 Website: theprimarybrain.com Instagram: @theprimarybrain Email Laurin: theprimarybrain@gmail.com
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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
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Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
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
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Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
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!
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Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
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.
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St. Patrick’s Day Preschool Unit: https://theprimarybrain.etsy.com/listing/1876458175/st-patricks-day-preschool-activities-and
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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
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
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!
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Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
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.
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Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
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
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Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
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.
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Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
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.
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Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
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!
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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
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