Learning Days of the Week with Little Miss Naughty

One of the joys of homeschooling is being able to turn everyday reading moments into meaningful learning opportunities. This week in our Mr Men school, we explored Little Miss Naughty, and it turned into the perfect springboard for learning days of the week in a fun and memorable way.

During our reading time, we followed all the mischievous things Little Miss Naughty got up to on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and beyond. It naturally opened up conversations about the sequence of days, what they are called, and what happens on each one.

My eldest (A5) already has a good understanding of the days, but I wanted to deepen that knowledge, especially helping her read and recognise them independently. So, I created a hands-on learning tool that made the whole concept come alive.

Learning the Days of the Week

Let me show you our Learning the Days of the Week Box.

Creating the Tool Box for Learning the Days of theWeek

I repurposed an old stencil box, sturdy with a secure lid, which is ideal for storing all the pieces neatly.

Step 1: Decorating the Box

We love using self-adhesive foam for crafts. Since our theme this week was Little Miss Naughty, I cut out her character and decorated the lid. This helps tie the activity back to our reading and keeps learning cohesive and engaging.

Step 2: Days of the Week Strips

Next, I cut coloured foam strips and wrote each day of the week clearly. These strips became the foundation of our sequencing activity.

Step 3: Numbered Pegs (1–7)

I labelled wooden pegs with numbers 1 through 7. The girls used these to match each number to the correct day, reinforcing both sequencing and number order.

Building Understanding Through Play

Today, Yesterday, Tomorrow

To deepen understanding, I added three special pegs:

• Today
• Yesterday
• Tomorrow

This encouraged A5 to think beyond simple memorisation and begin understanding time concepts in a meaningful way.

Weekly Activity Matching

I labelled additional pegs with our regular weekly activities:

• Choir
• Family Night
• Church
• Emma (our babysitter who visits on Mondays)

The girls matched these to the correct days, much like using a calendar. This made the learning personal and relevant, key for retention.

Days of the Week Pairs Game

Finally, I created a simple matching pairs game using:

• Days of the week cards
• Character images

This works like a traditional memory game, helping reinforce recognition in a playful way. It’s a great independent or sibling activity.

Why This Works So Well for Homeschooling

This activity blends:

• Literacy (reading the days)
• Numeracy (ordering 1–7)
• Life skills (understanding routine and time)
• Play-based learning

Using familiar characters from Mr Men school and Little Miss Naughty keeps children engaged while building confidence.

Hands-On Activity Ideas to Extend Learning Days of the Week

If you’d like to build on this, here are some additional ideas:

1. Create a Weekly Routine Chart
Let your child draw pictures of what they do each day.

2. Days of the Week Song
Sing a daily song to reinforce order and rhythm.

3. Role Play “A Week in the Life”
Act out what happens on different days, great for younger learners.

4. Build a Magnetic Fridge Calendar
Use magnets to move activities around and talk about changes.

5. Story Extension
Ask your child to invent their own “naughty” (or silly!) actions for each day.

Reflection Questions for Your Child

Use these to deepen understanding and encourage conversation:

• What day comes after Tuesday?
• What day was yesterday?
• What is your favourite day of the week and why?
• What do we usually do on Saturdays?
• Can you put all the days in order without help?
• What do you think Little Miss Naughty might do on Sunday?

Final Thoughts

Teaching learning days of the week doesn’t have to be repetitive or dull. By tying it into a story like Little Miss Naughty and incorporating hands-on play, children absorb concepts naturally and joyfully.

In our homeschool, this simple box has become a favourite go-to activity, and a wonderful reminder that learning happens best when it’s meaningful, creative, and fun.

For some free but very simple printables to make this game, click here