Light Little Explorers

A gentle preschool exploration of light for curious young learners

Invite your youngest learners to discover the beauty and wonder of light through stories, art, music, Scripture, and simple hands-on activities designed especially for preschool and early elementary ages.

Light Little Explorers is a stand-alone early childhood unit study. It gives your child a joyful introduction to big ideas—like rainbows, shadows, stars, fireflies, and the invention of the lightbulb—through short, engaging experiences that fit naturally into your homeschool day.

This study keeps learning playful, relational, and wonder-filled while helping children notice the many ways light shapes the world around them.

Your child will:

• paint Northern Lights with chalk pastels
• create glowing mason jar fireflies
• make stained-glass lightbulb art
• draw rainbows after poetry readings
• explore shadow movement outdoors
• hunt for rainbow colors in everyday objects
• enjoy music and movement activities
• practice observation with art and nature

These experiences support early learning through play, conversation, creativity, and discovery—just the way young children learn best.

What You’ll Love:

• Meaningful, age-appropriate activities
• No-prep simplicity (just print and go!)
• Pretend play, crafts, music, and sensory learning
• Gentle pre-writing, alphabet fun, and storytelling
• Activities that fit your real-life homeschool rhythm
• Beautiful memories without the burnout

📄 Click here to download a free sample: A Week of Little Explorers—Birds

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when I check out?
On the download page you will be given access to an invitation link to create an account on our online portal. You will use the portal to access the material in the plans from your browser or by downloading the circle app. It is easily accessed by desktop or mobile device.

What ages is this plan for?
Little Explorers is designed for children ages 3–6. When your child is ready for more academic work (typically around ages 5–6), you can add phonics, math, and handwriting instruction to create a complete kindergarten or first-grade experience.

Do I need to buy anything else?
Most supplies are things you already have at home. Each unit includes a simple materials list to make prep easy and stress-free.

Have more questions?
Email us at info@homeschoolbettertogether.com—we’re happy to help!