Teach Your Littles At Home | Homeschool Preschool Activities for Busy Moms of Toddlers and Preschoolers

Laurin Brainard | Curriculum Creator and Owner at The Primary Brain
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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: Laurin@theprimarybrain.com

  1. 1d ago

    045 | Making November Meaningful: Fall Activities & Family Traditions for Kids

    November is here, and it's the perfect time to slow down, create meaningful family traditions, and enjoy simple learning activities with your little ones! In this episode of Teach Your Littles at Home, we're talking about how to make November a special month for your family without adding more to your already busy schedule. Whether you're homeschooling your preschooler, teaching your toddler at home, or simply looking for ways to make the most of this season, this episode will help you approach November with a little more intention. 🍂 Free Little Learning Moment of the Week! This week, I'm sharing a FREE November Family Memory Planner to help you plan a month of fun with your little ones! Use this printable to choose family traditions, plan learning activities, and make time for the things that matter most to your family. Grab your free November planner here: https://www.patreon.com/ThePrimaryBrain/posts/teach-your-at-45-174130184  Join The Primary Brain Membership! Looking for ready-to-use toddler, preschool, and kindergarten activities to make learning at home easier? Inside The Primary Brain Membership, you'll find weekly themed learning activities designed to help you teach your children through hands-on play and meaningful learning experiences. Choose from our Toddler, Preschool, or Kindergarten learning paths, or grab the All-Access Membership for families with children of multiple ages. Spend less time planning and more time enjoying learning with your little ones! Explore the membership: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/membership/ Let's Connect! Website: https://theprimarybrain.com Instagram: @theprimarybrain Thanks for listening to Teach Your Littles at Home! I'll be back next week with more simple ways to make learning fun and meaningful for your children.

  2. Oct 26

    044 | 10 Easy Halloween Activities for Homeschool Preschool Learning

    Looking for simple Halloween activities to enjoy with your children? In today's episode of Teach Your Littles at Home, I'm sharing 10 fun, low-prep Halloween activities that will keep your children excited, encourage hands-on learning, and help you make special memories together. You don't need expensive supplies or hours of preparation to make Halloween magical for your children. Many of these activities use materials you probably already have around your home. Make Halloween Learning Even Easier! Want more ready-to-use activities for your little ones? Inside The Primary Brain Membership, you'll find themed learning activities designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners. Each week, you'll receive fun, age-appropriate resources that take the guesswork out of teaching your children at home, so you can spend less time planning and more time making memories! 🎃 Explore The Primary Brain Membership: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/membership/ Connect with Laurin: Website: https://theprimarybrain.com Instagram: @theprimarybrain Thanks for joining me for another episode of Teach Your Littles at Home! I hope these simple Halloween activities inspire you to enjoy a little extra fun and learning with your children this week. Remember, you don't need to do it all to make these years special. Sometimes the simplest activities create the sweetest memories!

  3. Oct 19

    043 | Make Learning at Home Easier with The Primary Brain Membership

    Today on the show, I'm sharing something extra special I have been working on for the past few years! A place where we can come together as moms to teach our little ones at home through fun, hands-on activities. We're solving the problem of "What should we do today?" by taking the guesswork out of teaching your littles at home. I'm so excited to personally welcome you into The Primary Brain Membership, where I can support you in teaching your children at home. Explore The Primary Brain Membership: https://theprimarybrain.com/menu/membership/   Inside the membership, you can choose from three learning paths: Toddler Learning: Letter exploration, early counting, colors, shapes, sensory play, and more Preschool Learning: Early literacy, vocabulary, math, fine motor practice, and hands-on activities Kindergarten Learning: Reading, phonics, phonemic awareness, math, writing, science, social studies, and art All Access Pass: Activities from all three learning paths Send me a message on Instagram at @theprimarybrain and I would love to help you choose the best learning path for your family. Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826

  4. Oct 12

    042 | Simple Learning Routines for the Easy and Hard Days

    This week on the show, I'm sharing how to you can create meaningful and simple learning routines, one day at a time. We're chatting about natural times of day to build routines and what to do when the days feel hard.  On the show, I shared about our new membership where I share Toddler + Preschool + Kindergarten learning activities. Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  Where to follow us: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain  Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/theprimarybrain Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277293075961826 I hope to see you inside the membership!! -Laurin

  5. Oct 7

    041 | Less Planning, More Learning: A Fresh Start for Teaching Your Littles at Home

    Teaching your littles at home can feel overwhelming when you’re searching for activities and wondering where to begin. In this episode, I’m back with a new episode of Teach Your Littles at Home, now including toddler, preschool, and kindergarten learning! We’re talking about simple ways to make time for hands-on learning and enjoying playing together. I’m also introducing The Primary Brain Membership, created to help you spend less time planning and more time with your children. https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  Explore The Primary Brain Membership Choose Toddler Learning, Preschool Learning, or Kindergarten Learning—or get all three with the All Access Pass! Each learning level includes: 3-4 themed units each month with lesson plans and printable activities Member-only bonus materials Q&A support through comments on membership posts Join and view the membership: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  Connect with Laurin: Website: https://theprimarybrain.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprimarybrain Follow the podcast for more simple toddler activities, preschool learning ideas, and hands-on kindergarten activities!

  6. 10/17/2025

    040 | 5 Spider Toddler Activities for Homeschool Preschool Learning

    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. Guess what mamas! Just launched our membership on Patreon! Join the fun with a free or paid membership: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  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

  7. 10/10/2025

    039 | Pumpkin Toddler Activities for Fall Homeschool Preschool

    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! Guess what mamas! Just launched our membership on Patreon! Join the fun with a free or paid membership: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  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

  8. 10/03/2025

    038 | Fun With Elephant Activities: Learning Through Play at Home

    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. Guess what mamas! Just launched our membership on Patreon! Join the fun with a free or paid membership: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePrimaryBrain/membership  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

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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: Laurin@theprimarybrain.com

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