Welcome to the Treehouse Schoolhouse Blog

After guiding four children through preschool, I have refined my understanding of what matters during these early years. I am so excited to share Treehouse Story School: Preschool, the result of this experience – a thoughtfully designed plan that centers on reading, alphabet, early math, fine motor skills, and activities.

My youngest child is kindergarten-age and are using Treehouse Story School: Preschool as her core curriculum. This blog post shares why and how we are using Treehouse Story School: Preschool for kindergarten, what other curriculum we will add, and what a typical school day will look like for her. 

For homeschool preschool, I want early education to be filled with rich stories, music, play, wonder, movement, nature exploration, and abundant opportunities to learn real-life skills alongside me. Children can learn about the world, as well as the alphabet and numbers, in a gentle, playful, and hands-on way.

While I am fairly minimal when it comes to curriculum, materials, and supplies for our homeschool, I do have some favorites to share! I recommend starting with the basics and adding to your collection overtime. These ideas will help you prepare for your upcoming homeschooling year of school subjects, art, and nature.

Discover how thematic learning transforms reading into meaningful education for kids. Explore how to expand a single theme across subjects, and make every moment a learning opportunity.

Whether you homeschool year-round or take a break in the summer, there are plenty of benefits of intentional learning during the summertime. Adding in a summer workbook to strengthen a skill or further learning can be a simple way for your children to learn in small increments throughout the summer.

Traveling with children by plane may seem daunting, but with a bit of preparation, it can become a valuable learning experience. Airports and traveling with kids is an excellent time to teach children about following rules and directions, cooperation, and resilience. These are my favorite tips and low-tech ideas for entertaining kids on airplanes.

Our family loves planning adventures and spending time in nature together. These are our favorite Father’s Day gift ideas for dads who love the outdoors, camping, and hiking. Celebrate the dads in your life with these items to enhance your next camping trip together.

The fruits of the Spirit are a beautiful and essential part of a Christian life. But how do you translate profound concepts like “patience” or “self-control” into something tangible and exciting for children? This blog lists 40+ simple activities to teach children about fruits of the Spirit for all ages. 

Many homeschool families use standardized testing or year-end assessments to conclude the year. This blog discusses different assessments homeschoolers may use, including testing, portfolios, Charlotte Mason exams and more, plus the testing and methods I personally use for my children and in my homeschool.