Nurturing Early Learning with Nature-Inspired Printables

lisa thornton
Jun 21
3 min read

If you’ve ever tried to homeschool with a toddler or preschooler in the mix, you know the days can be a little wild.

The baby’s climbing the furniture, someone spilled water on the coloring book, and you’re just trying to read one page of your morning read-aloud before the chaos erupts again.

But then—there are those moments that feel right. When your little one gently matches a flower card to the real bloom on the table. When they whisper “b” as they trace the stick-and-petal letter “B.” When the whole house seems to quiet down for just a second... and wonder enters the room.

That’s the kind of early learning I love. Gentle. Hands-on. Nature-filled. And full of connection.

Why We Lean Into Nature for Early Learning

I’ve learned (the hard way) that worksheets and flashy busywork don’t hold a toddler’s heart—or attention. But nature? Nature speaks to them. The shape of a leaf, the color of a wildflower, the sound of counting smooth stones in a basket… it all invites our little ones into learning without the pressure.

And for a homeschool mama trying to balance multiple ages, sometimes a print-and-go resource can truly be a lifeline.

That’s why I created the Nature Inspired Early Learning Bundle—a collection of printable resources designed to blend natural beauty with gentle skill-building, all created with home-educating mamas in mind.

What’s Inside the Bundle

This rich, printable set is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, especially if your homeschool is inspired by Charlotte Mason, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, or simply a love of the outdoors. Here’s what’s included:

🌿 Nature Alphabet Flashcards (A–Z) – each letter formed with natural elements like flowers, twigs, and leaves
🌼 A–Z Flower Identification Flashcards – real flower photos to explore letter recognition and plant names
🧠 Two-Part Flower Memory Card Game – supports recall and early word-picture matching
🌸 A–Z Flower Identification Poster – beautiful for display in your homeschool or learning nook
🐦 Bird Number Puzzles – fun matching activity to reinforce number recognition and early counting
🦋 Butterfly Pattern Matching Cards – build pattern recognition and sequencing skills in a gentle, hands-on way
🔷 Shapes in Nature Flashcards – explore basic geometric shapes found in the natural world
🌸 4-Part Montessori-Inspired Seasonal Vocabulary Sets – includes picture cards and two-part puzzles for winter, spring, summer, and fall
✍️ Charlotte Mason Quote Posters – meaningful truth and beauty to inspire your space and encourage both mama and child

Everything is designed to print at home, laminate if desired, and reuse throughout your homeschool journey. This bundle brings learning and beauty together—offering simple, screen-free activities for little hands and curious minds.

Created for the Mama Who Wants More Peace

This isn’t just about early academics. It’s about creating moments of calm. About making space for delight. About offering your little ones something beautiful and real in a world that often feels loud and rushed.

I made this bundle for the mama who’s doing her best with four kids underfoot and a coffee that’s gone cold again. For the mama who loves nature walks, simple learning rhythms, and truth-filled words hanging above the art table.