Are you looking for engaging, play-based activities for your 2.5 - 5 year old preschooler? Look no further! Try a week of Play at Home Preschool for FREE and discover a world of fun, educational activities designed to stimulate your child's development. I created and designed this preschool curriculum to make it simpler for parents and teachers to offer hands-on learning through play opportunities to their preschoolers.
Learn more about why this is the best preschool curriculum and guide for at-home learning, then download your FREE WEEK below!
What is Play at Home Preschool?
Play at Home Preschool is a comprehensive, play-based curriculum created by Stay at Home Activity Mom - a former elementary school teacher with a background in child development and psychology. This program offers:
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18 exciting, thematic two-week units
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Hands-on, play-based learning activities
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Simple, effective, and fun lessons
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Downloadable e-book format for flexibility
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Emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and character education
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Easy adaptation to your child's developmental needs
Perfect for homeschooling or supplemental learning, our curriculum covers essential skills in literacy, math, STEAM, fine motor, gross motor skills, arts and crafts, and more!
Why Play-Based Learning Matters
Play-based learning is not only fun and a wonderful way to bond with your child, it's a crucial part of early childhood development. Research shows that children learn best through play, because it:
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Enhances cognitive development
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Improves social and emotional skills
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Boosts creativity and problem-solving abilities
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Develops language and communication skills
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Promotes physical development and coordination
Why Choose Play at Home Preschool?
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Created by a former teacher and mom of 3
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Approachable: Designed specifically to be used at home by parents
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Comprehensive: 36 weeks of planned learning activities
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Flexible: Start anytime, not tied to the school year
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Inclusive: Promotes diversity and character education
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Adaptable: Suitable for ages 2.5-5
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Skill-building: Develops essential skills for Kindergarten success
- Budget-friendly: Utilizes simple supplies
What's Included in Each Unit?
Every two-week unit comes packed with:
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Unit overview for easy planning
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Supply list (using many items you already have at home)
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Suggested book list
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Daily detailed lesson plans with helpful visuals
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1-2 focus letters with corresponding letter mat, poem, and hand motions
Daily Lesson Plan Structure:
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Literacy or Math Activity
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Supplemental Activity (art, STEM/STEAM, fine motor, gross motor, character education, sensory play, etc.)
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Daily Letter Work Activity - Letter Mats are included in the Full Curriculum, or you can purchase them separately here!
Exciting Themes for Every Interest:
Ready to Start?
Download Unit 1, Week 1 - Colors for FREE!
Love What You See? There's More!
If you and your child enjoy the free week of Play at Home Preschool, why stop there? Continue your child's learning adventure with our full curriculum or individual units!
The full curriculum includes all 18 thematic units, providing 36 weeks of engaging activities. It's perfect for parents who want a comprehensive, year-round learning experience for their preschooler.
Explore the Full 36-Week Curriculum here and save!
Prefer to take it one step at a time? Our individual units are available too. Choose the themes that most interest your child or align with your current learning goals.
Check out the Individual Units here!
Whichever option you choose, you'll be giving your child the gift of play-based learning, setting them up for future academic success.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How much time should I dedicate each day to the curriculum?
- A: We recommend 30-60 minutes per day, but the flexible format allows you to adjust based on your child's attention span and your schedule.
- Q: Do I need special teaching skills to use this curriculum?
- A: Not at all! The curriculum is designed to be user-friendly for parents of all backgrounds.
- Q: Can I use this for multiple children of different ages?
- A: Absolutely! The activities are easily adaptable for different age groups and skill levels.
- Q: How does play-based learning benefit my child's development?
- A: Play-based learning enhances cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. It fosters creativity, problem-solving skills, and a love for learning. Our curriculum is designed to harness these benefits through fun, engaging activities that feel like play to your child while building essential skills.
Share Your Experience!
I love seeing Play at Home Preschool in action! If you try the curriculum, please tag @stayathomeactivitymom in your photos or videos. Your shares not only brighten our day but also inspire other parents to engage in play-based learning with their little ones!
