Scissor skills are one of the easiest ways to build fine motor strength and handwriting readiness in preschoolers. In this post, I’m sharing the exact cutting strips we use (created by an OT!), tips for success, the scissors we recommend, and more fine motor favorites…
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Our Favorite YouTube Videos for Morning Circle Time
Busy morning? This post breaks down how we use YouTube for Morning Circle Time, complete with a video list, favorite channels, and tips for building your own routine—even on the go.
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Is The Good and the Beautiful Preschool Curriculum Worth It?
Here’s our honest review of The Good and the Beautiful’s Preschool and Kindergarten Prep Language Arts programs — and how it helped my daughter read fluently before age 4. What We Used for Phonics Starting at Age 2.5 After my daughter turned about 2.5 years…
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Teach Your Baby to Read Early: Everything That Worked for Us
Ever wondered if your baby can really learn to read early? I’m here to tell you—yes, they can! My oldest daughter was able to recognize sight words and begin reading by a little over two years old, and it wasn’t because we had a strict…
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Welcome to Jasmine & The Littles — A Real Look at Early Learning at Home
Hey y’all, and welcome to Jasmine & The Littles! 💛 I’m Jasmine — mama of two sweet girls, a full-time CT tech, and now… a homeschooler, printable creator, and all-the-things multitasker. I started this blog to share my journey of teaching my littles at home…
