Learning by Age
Activities grouped by approximate age, from one-year-olds to preschoolers.
Mommy Lesson Plans
Mommy Lesson Plans shares simple, play-based learning activities for children from about one to five years old. Find activities by age and by subject, from letters and counting to sensory, art and outdoor play, with the materials each one needs and safety notes for little hands. Every child develops at their own pace, so treat ages as a guide.
Learning Subjects
Activities organized by subject: early literacy, early math, science and nature, art and creativity, and music and movement.
Printable Activities
Original printables designed for young children: worksheets, matching games, coloring pages, flashcards and activity cards.
Learning Through Play
Play is how young children learn.
Parent and Educator Resources
Practical help for the adults: planning simple lessons, preparing activities ahead of time, setting up a safe learning space at home and choosing safe, age-appropriate materials and supplies.
Latest Guides
Research-based guides, newest first
Using Printable Activities Well With Young Children
How to use printables with young children: worksheets, matching games, coloring pages, flashcards and activity cards, age fit and keeping them playful.
Planning Simple Lessons at Home: A Parent’s Guide
Plan simple, play-based learning at home for ages 1 to 5: weekly themes, preparing activities, a learning space, choosing materials and safety.
Learning Activities by Age: 1, 2, 3 and 4-Year-Olds
Simple learning activities for ages 1 to 4, what each age is typically working on, how to adapt activities to your child and safety at each stage.
Learning Through Play: Sensory, Motor and Pretend Play
How young children learn through sensory, motor, pretend and outdoor play, with simple setups, the adult's role and the safety rules for each type.
Early Literacy, Math, Science and Art for Young Children
How young children build early literacy, math, science, art and music skills through everyday activities, with age-appropriate ideas and what to avoid.