Happy January! I hope you all had an amazing Christmas break filled with love, joy, and family. January often feels like a fresh start, making it the perfect time to reset your homeschool rhythm and try something new.
If you haven’t tried a themed morning basket yet… what are you waiting for? A themed morning basket is a simple, low-pressure way to bring your kids together each day and ease into learning especially after a long break.
This weather-themed morning basket is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your children to the science of weather through living books, gentle discussion, and hands-on curiosity. From clouds and storms to sunshine and snow, weather is something every child experiences daily, making it a natural and engaging theme for learners of all ages.
How I use this list
I love using a themed morning basket to either introduce a new subject or to dive deeper into something that naturally comes up in our lessons. When I’m planning a theme, I start by creating a master book list like this one and checking my local library first. I’ll reserve anything they have available and build our basket around those finds.
From there, I usually choose to purchase just a few key books typically one chapter book, one board book, and one nonfiction title. This gives us a solid foundation without going overboard. Throughout the month, I’ll keep an eye out for sales, thrifted finds, or themed resources that fit naturally. Some months, I don’t make any additional purchases at all.
A lot of my effort in finding extra resources depends on my kids’ interest in the topic we’re exploring. If they’re curious and asking questions, I’ll lean in. If not, I keep it simple and that’s okay.
Please don’t feel the need to buy or track down every book on this list. Picking just a few that stand out to you and your kids is more than enough to create a rich and meaningful morning basket.
Alright enough talking let’s get to the fun part! 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
Weather is one of those beautiful, everyday topics that invites curiosity without feeling heavy. It meets our kids right where they are looking out the window, noticing changes, asking questions and turns those moments into meaningful learning. A weather-themed morning basket doesn’t require perfection or a packed schedule; it simply creates space for wonder, conversation, and gentle science woven into your day. Whether you explore this theme for a week or an entire month, let it be a reminder that learning can be simple, flexible, and deeply connected to real life.
If you’re craving more inspiration, support, or just a space where other moms get it, I’d love for you to join us inside In My Homeschool Era, my free online community. It’s a cozy corner of the internet where we swap ideas, share wins, and walk this homeschool journey together. Come say hi we’d love to have you!!