Play-Based
Learning Activities at Home
Interactive and Fun Reading Strategies and Activities for Kids
Designed by a Reading Specialist who understands the power of play.
Curated for early readers with practical tips and recommended reading tools.
Why reading through play?
As a mom and a background in early childhood education, I know your child needs to play. Play does so many amazing things for a child’s brain. For me, play in childhood is non-negotiable.
BUT as a reading specialist who is well-versed in how your child learns to read, I also know how important it is to start laying a solid reading foundation.
Luckily, I have a huge passion for making learning to read insanely FUN for kids!
Not sure where to start??
Every child’s reading journey is different! Give your child a free early reading assessment to identify their current strengths and areas for growth!
This assessment targets foundational reading skills like phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and letter knowledge! Empowering YOU to support their literacy development at home!
You have the power to help your child actually learn how to read! Yes, YOU!
Hi! I’m Megan!
A Reading Specialist who believes that the process of learning to read SHOULD be enjoyable! 🥳
And I am here to help you do just that!
Looking for creative, fun ideas to keep your kids engaged?
You've struck gold! Creating ridiculously fun learning experiences is my thing.
I transform the long, scary list of phonics skills kids NEED to learn and I gamify it! I mix the Science of Reading with play!
I’m here to take my 15+ years of teaching experience to help make YOUR life easier!
Looking for Early Learning Support?
A play-based, joyful, and developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–4), built with moms in mind!
Whether you're a homeschool parent or simply looking for an intentional way to support your child’s early learning, this all-in-one printable curriculum provides everything you need to make preschool magical, without stress, overwhelm, or rigid schedules.
Click HERE FOR A VIDEO PREVIEW!
🌈 What’s Included:
32 weekly themed units (1 per week, start any time of year! Not 52 weeks because of holidays, vacations, etc, so no pressure if you skip a week here and there!)
Covers letters A–Z (custom letter order), early math, fine & gross motor skills, social-emotional learning, life skills, music, creativity, outdoor play, and more!
One number + one early math concept per week (rotating: shapes, patterns, sorting, graphing, etc.)
Printable weekly plans and all necessary printables (simple, mom-friendly directions!)
Alliteration posters, theme posters, and number lines
Tons of bonus printables (sorting mats, emotion cards, alphabet cards, first day of school sign, and more!)
No prep or low prep, use what you already have at home!
📚 Built by a Reading Specialist & Mom
Created by an early literacy expert and toddler mom, this curriculum is grounded in the Science of Reading and early childhood development. Every activity is hands-on, fun, and focused on connection!
🧠 Covers All Domains of Early Development:
Literacy & Phonics
Math & Thinking Skills
Language & Vocabulary
Fine Motor & Gross Motor
Creativity & Expression
Social-Emotional Growth
Outdoor Play
Music & Movement
💡 Why Moms Love It:
No overwhelm, pick 1–2 activities a day
Flexible: print all at once or week by week
Includes a setup guide, weekly tracker, and parent tips
Perfect for homeschool, stay-at-home routines, or a supplement to preschool
📎 File Type:
PDF (Printables + weekly plans)
Easily print at home
🛒 How to Use:
Print your cover page and set up your binder.
Choose to print all 32 weeks at once or go week-by-week.
Hang your theme poster, alliteration sentence, alphabet line, and number line on your preschool board.
Pick a few activities a day, follow your child’s lead!
Add completed work to the binder (and star their favorite activities to revisit later!)
👩👧 Give Your Child a Magical Start—
Without pressure, without perfection, and with a whole lot of PLAY. This gentle preschool curriculum turns ordinary moments into lifelong learning.
💬 Questions? Message me any time! I’m a mom and teacher here to support you.
🖨️ Digital download – nothing will be shipped.
Perfect for: Parents, homeschoolers, daycare providers, preschool teachers, and anyone wanting to give their child a head start in early education.
Interactive Learning Binder for Toddlers & Preschoolers | Play-Based Learning at Home
The Little Learners Busy Book is a printable, interactive learning binder designed to support early learning at home through play, exploration, and child-led discovery.
Created by a reading specialist, early childhood educator, and mom, this busy book helps young children build foundational skills in a way that feels simple, joyful, and developmentally appropriate
Whether you’re homeschooling, preparing for preschool, or adding meaningful learning to your daily routine, this binder grows with your child and follows their interests.
💛 Why Parents Love This Busy Book
✔ Designed by an early literacy expert ✔ Play-based and pressure-free ✔ Encourages independence and choice ✔ Easy to use in short bursts (5–10 minutes) ✔ Grows with your child over time
This busy book is not about finishing pages, it’s about curiosity, conversation, and connection.
📚 Skills Supported
Early letter awareness
Numbers and early math concepts
Shapes
Language and vocabulary development
Fine motor skills
Early problem-solving and thinking skills
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
🧠 How It Works
✨ Your child chooses the pages they want to explore ✨ You follow their lead and talk through the activities ✨ Learning happens naturally through play and conversation
There’s no pressure to complete activities; exploration is learning.
🖨️ Printing & Setup Tips
Cut out pieces before laminating for best durability
Add new pages gradually for younger learners
Rotate activities as your child’s skills grow
Store the binder on a low shelf so your child can access it independently
📦 What’s Included
✔ Printable busy book pages ✔ Interactive pieces for hands-on learning ✔ Flexible activities across early learning domains
📌 This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. No physical product will be shipped.
Make learning fun and engaging with this Printable Preschool Learning Board! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this interactive morning board brings circle time to your home, helping little ones develop early learning skills in a hands-on way.
Whether your child is homeschooling, not in daycare, or you simply want to supplement their learning, this board provides a structured yet playful way to practice important preschool concepts.
What’s Included? Components that address these foundational skills:
✅ Alphabet & Letter Recognition – Helps with early literacy and phonics awareness.
✅ Numbers & Counting – Builds number sense and foundational math skills.
✅ Shapes & Colors – Encourages visual discrimination and pre-writing skills.
✅ Days of the Week & Calendar Skills – Teaches sequencing, routines, and time concepts.
✅ Weather & Seasons – Helps children observe and describe the world around them.
✅ Emotions & Feelings Chart – Supports social-emotional learning.
✅ Name & Age Recognition – Personalize it with your child’s information for meaningful learning.
Customizable & Color Options!
Choose from multiple color themes to match your child’s style.
Personalize the board with your child’s name, age, and learning focus to make it truly their own!
Message me if you want a different color!
BONUS: How-To Video Included! To make setup easy, you’ll receive a step-by-step tutorial with tips and tricks for assembling and using the board effectively.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Learning Board: ✔ Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten readiness ✔ Great for homeschool, daycare, and classroom use ✔ Hands-on, interactive learning through play ✔ Easy to print, assemble, and reuse ✔ Designed by a reading specialist & early childhood educator
How to Use: Download & Print Laminate (Optional) Assemble Enjoy Daily Learning! – Incorporate it into your morning routine, homeschool lessons, or play-based learning activities.
Perfect for: Parents, homeschoolers, daycare providers, preschool teachers, and anyone wanting to give their child a head start in early education.
Goodies to get you started!
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What are parents saying?
Mrs. Megan is one of the most energetic, enthusiastic and happy teachers I have ever seen. My 6 year old loves her to death and can not wait for his sessions with her. Being a 6 year old boy it takes a lot of energy to keep him engaged. My son used to cry said he HATED reading. Now, he will read for me without being offered a prize in return. He has not cried once because Mrs. Megan gets his learning style. Mrs. Megan is such a blessing and is very special!
— Diedre
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What are parents saying?
At the beginning of the year he could barely sound out three-letter words and had been diagnosed dyslexic, but after the year with you he was reading around grade level. He just finished his summer reading challenge and he read 19 books this summer! We’re really grateful for the work you did, and I just wants to write and say so.
— Sascha
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What are parents saying?
Dempsey's school uses iReady assessment testing to judge progress in reading. We just got her results back today, and she had a HUGE jump in her reading scores. We could not be more excited for her and are incredibly appreciative for how much you are teaching her and how much confidence she is gaining. Words really can't express our gratitude!
Thank you for all you do!!
— Shannon
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What are parents saying?
Miss Megan is an amazing and I would recommend her highly. She is very patient and supportive. She is great at building confidence and keeping the lessons fun and engaging. My daughter loves working with her and is definitely growing!
— Arleta
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What are parents saying?
I can’t tell you how grateful I am we found you and how absolutely wonderful you are with Simon. I could cry watching him almost every session. He was nonverbal until the age of about 3.5 yr old so this is all so huge and absolutely blowing my mind daily. I’m attaching photos from Simon’s iready testing from school. So you can see for yourself the testing increase since you’ve stepped in. Thank you so much again for all that you do and what joy you bring to so many of us! (Sorry I’m so long winded and an embarrassing gushing mom)
— Kristen
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What are parents saying?
OMG she was so excited today about her WPM!! You are such an amazing confidence booster for her! Also she recently tested out of her reading specialist at school. She use to go 4x a week for extra help. She's come so far since last year and we are so proud! Watching a struggling reader and not knowing how to help was awful. So happy with all her hard work, and yours!!
— Cheryl
