Desiree Robinson of the Flourish Homeschool Collective
Kids naturally play, and they naturally learn in doing so. It shouldn’t stop once they start school. It should continue that way so your child can grow a love for learning that will bless them for a lifetime.
One of my favorite ways to nurture a love for learning within my kids is to Gameschool. Gameschooling simply means homeschool learning activities through games.
Let’s dive into some fun options for each subject from preschool- elementary.
Language arts:
Having a solid foundation of the alphabet letters and phonics is our primary focus, then we move onto words, and reading.
Preschool
Letter matching cards, Letter Puzzles, Singing the ABC’s
Kindergarten
Rhyming games, Playdough letter mats, Alphabet Slap (pick a different letter to slap for each round, similar to slap jack)
Elementary
I spy something with the letter A, Letter Scavenger hunts, Scrabble board game
Math:
First I focus on numbers 1-100, addition, then subtraction, and then multiplication.
Preschool
Number matching Cards, Number puzzles, Counting measurements while cooking
Kindergarten
Search and find number books (like the 1001 bugs to find book), Sum swamp board game, Magnatile connect and count
Elementary
Bingo, Snap it up card game, Balloon bounce and count
Science:
Science is such an easy one, even going to the beach we enjoy science lessons!
Preschool
Cooking, Baking, Nature walk and journalling
Kindergarten
Science experiments, Playdough/ Clay creations, Legos
Elementary
Bird bingo, Human body anatomy puzzle, Dissection
Social studies:
I primarily believe in starting from the beginning of creation and moving our way up to the present.
Preschool
Creation matching cards, Noah’s animal rescue board game, Family devotionals
Kindergarten
Bible history stencil coloring, Ancient civilizations musical chairs, Bible history puzzles
Elementary
Bible bingo, Ten commandments hot potato, History hopscotch
Life skills/Handicrafts:
These can be often neglected, but are very valuable. From learning about the responsibilities of life, to emotional regulation, and even learning our interests, life skills are definitely a must for our family.
Preschool
Cooking, Baking, The ground is Lava Clean up
Kindergarten
Homemade Skincare & Medicine, Knot tying, Guess the emotion game
Elementary
Sewing, Woodworking, Origami
This is not an exhaustive list, but it will definitely get you started with some of our family's favorites!
Whether you use board games, or even make up a game, learning through playing games is not only a great way to help your children learn, but a lovely family bonding experience that is easy for every family member to enjoy.
