An adventure box is the perfect way to help your children become excited about learning! I first learnt about adventure boxes from Heather, who uses them as summer adventure boxes. I liked the idea so much I began using them for a book unit or history unit. In fact, we have used adventure boxes for…
Category: Book Unit
The Chronicles of Narnia Unit Study
We will be carrying out the Chronicles of Narnia unit study over the next year and will be using all of C S Lewis' books from the series. I am so excited about teaching my girls literature this year. We will be using these books to explore both literature and language skills. The Chronicles of…
Thomas the Tank Engine {Book Unit}
Generally, my usual book units are done over the span of five days. However, this Thomas the Tank Engine book unit spanned the entirety of one whole day. Yes, this will be a homeschool day with lots of learning. But above all, I wanted all five children to have fun! We have a full set…
The Runaway Bunny {Homeschool Book Unit}
Written in 1942 by Margaret Wise Brown, The Runaway Bunny is a poignant tale of a little bunny who wants to runaway from his mummy and be free and grownup. The mummy bunny counters every plan he has by stating that wherever he goes, she will follow. No matter the great extremes the bunny…
Curious George Book Unit
Who doesn't love the mischievous monkey that is Curious George? This Curious George Book Unit is for all you out there who have their very own mischievous monkeys. It is chock full of lots of fun learning activities, all monkey themed around Curious George. I had my mischievous monkeys fetch our Curious George book as…
Katy No-Pocket Book Unit {BFIAR}
This wonderful book unit contains lots and lots of hands on activities linked to the book Katy No-Pocket. A lovely kangaroo themed book unit! Read More: All of my book units collected into one place – I will be adding to them so please do check back! Pin this post to bookmark it for later! Katy…
Angus Lost Book Unit
This wonderful book unit contains lots and lots of hands on activities linked to the book Angus Lost. A lovely dog-themed book unit! Becca had her last two teeth coming through, and spent most of the week crying day and night. These last two were taking their time and teething was always a HUGE issue…
The Snowy Day Book Unit
The Snowy Day book unit is perfect for snowy days, with lots of snowflake related hands on activities which are sure to excite your children! Read on for some great inspiration! The Snowy Day Book Unit Snowy Day Themed Playdough Every morning, for The Snowy Day book unit, I set up a play dough table…
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt {Book Unit}
Have lots of fun with this 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' book unit, with lots of activities and a special bear themed party. Read on to join the fun! We're Going on a Bear Hunt Resources These were the little one's bed time read alouds. They were also available in the morning whilst the…
Caps for Sale Book Unit
The week we did a fun Caps for Sale Book Unit. I was astounded by how many monkey activities we found around the house to do! I hope you find inspirations for your own Caps for Sale Book Unit. Caps for Sale, written in 1940, is a retelling of an old folk tale. Is perfect…