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Companion Crate: Explore Weather Preschool- Extra Supplies

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⚠️ IMPORTANT: This Companion Crate requires the Explore Weather Preschool – Early Elementary Unit Study (sold separately). It does not include books or shared core items.

The Companion Crate is a simple, stress-saving add-on that lets siblings work through the same Knowledge Crates unit study side by side—without buying a second full crate and without ending up with duplicate books you don’t need. These are also a great option for co-ops! 

A Companion Crate is a material-only homeschool unit study add-on that pairs with any of our unit studies. It includes the child-specific, hands-on activity materials from the full crate (especially consumables and project supplies), but skips the shared extras families can easily use together. Most importantly, it does not include the book bundle—because one set of books is usually plenty for a family. In units that include a shared game or together-play item, the Companion Crate skips that too, since it’s meant to be used together.

This is the easiest way to keep your homeschool day moving when you’ve got multiple kids who want to do the same theme at the same time. Instead of negotiating over who gets the last craft piece (or trying to recreate a second set of materials from random drawers), each child gets their own project supplies. You get less prep, fewer substitutions, and a calmer, more realistic “everyone’s learning together” day.

The Companion Crate works especially well if you’re teaching siblings close in age, teaching the same unit in a homeschool co-op, or if you simply want to streamline your routine by keeping everyone on one theme. You’ll still use your full Unit Study Crate as the main guide and resource, but the Companion Crate gives you the extra hands-on materials so each child can fully participate.

Additional Resource: Want to see this unit study in action? See Our Blog Post Here

    Additional Information: Items may vary due to current availability. This crate contains products not manufactured by the seller. Please be advised that crates may contain small parts that may not be suitable for children under 3 years. Do not consume crate contents.

    What's Included in your Crate:

    • Rainbow Reactions Science Lab (Learning Resources): Mix, measure, and create colorful chemical reactions! Kids will build a rainbow volcano while learning about color mixing and basic science principles.
    • What’s the Weather? I-Spy
    • Weather Words Printing Practice Mats
    • Rain Cloud Gravity Painting
    • Puffy Paint Snowman
    • Crayon-Resistant Snowflakes
    • Windy Day Hair Painting
    • Weather Play Dough and Printing Mats
    • Play Dough (Set of 8 colors)
    • Weather Dough Accessories
    • Water Cycle Experiment
    • Windy Bubbles Experiment
    • Cotton Ball Clouds Art
    • Human Sundial
    • Sun Art
    • Follow the Wind Bubble Activity
    • Sensory Wand Kit
    • Water Cycle Bag Experiment

    Who Is This Homeschool Unit Perfect For? Preschool – Grade 1 (Ages 4–7)

    • Preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary learners.
    • Homeschooling families seeking hands-on, weather-themed STEM activities.
    • Parents looking for fun, screen-free educational resources.
    • Kids who are fascinated by rainbows, clouds, and weather phenomena.

    Companion Crates ship with your full Unit Study Crate. If you’ve already purchased the full unit study, your Companion Crate will ship separately.

    We work hard to process and ship all in-stock orders as quickly as possible! While we strive to ship same day, but please allow up to three business days for processing. As a small business, we appreciate your patience and are committed to getting your order out the door as fast as we can.

    • For out-of-stock items, please contact us for a more specific timeline on when the item will be restocked, we're happy to help!
    • For new releases, including our upcoming unit crates, will ship after the product's official release date. Crates are released on September 1st, December 1st, March 1st, and June 1st.

    Shipping Methods & Tracking

    • We ship via UPS and USPS, with shipping costs calculated at checkout based on your location. 
    • Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking notification to keep you updated on its journey. While we can’t control what happens to packages once they leave our hands, we want to ensure they arrive safely. 
    • If there’s an issue with your shipment, please contact us—we’ll do our best to assist. If your tracking shows the package was delivered but you haven't received it, you'll need to follow up with the shipping carrier for further assistance.

    At this time, we only ship within the U.S. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting our small business

    🎯 Why You'll Love This

    • It’s an open-and-go preschool weather unit study: 20 hands-on activities, all materials included, plus a full-color guide and a boxed set of 6 nonfiction weather books. 
    • The free 4-week plan gives structure, but you can finish faster or slower depending on your family’s pace and attention span that week. 
    • It’s truly screen-free learning that covers weather science through experiments, art, movement, and sensory play. 
    • The themes are preschool-perfect: rainbows, sunshine, snow, rain, wind, clouds, and the water cycle—stuff kids notice in real life. 
    • You’re not guessing how to teach it: the companion blog post
      shows the plan in action and includes practical homeschool tips that work in
      real life. 
    • The activities are designed to build early skills while feeling fun—fine-motor work, vocabulary, observation, and early science
      thinking—without busywork.

    🎯 What Will Your Child Learn?

    • Weather Basics: Understand key weather concepts like clouds, rain, snow, and the water cycle.
    • STEM Fundamentals: Explore scientific concepts like gravity, evaporation, and color mixing.
    • Creative Expression: Build weather scenes, paint with gravity, and make puffy snowmen.
    • Fine Motor & Cognitive Skills: Engage in hands-on activities that improve dexterity, pattern recognition, and observation.

     

    🎯 What academic standards does this crate align with? 

    Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):

    • K-PS3-1: Weather and Climate
      Through hands-on experiments, such as exploring the effects of sunlight on different surfaces, children learn how sunlight warms Earth's surface. These activities foster an understanding of energy transfer and its impact on our environment.
    • K-PS3-2: Use tools and materials to design and build a structure that will reduce the warming effect of sunlight on an area.
    • K-ESS2-1: Earth's Systems
      Children engage in observing and discussing local weather conditions, identifying patterns over time. Activities like daily weather charts and interactive discussions help them describe phenomena such as sunny, cloudy, rainy, or windy days.

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    The best educational activity kits for kids are hands-on, engaging, and provide a mix of learning and fun. They should include high-quality materials, clear instructions, and opportunities for creativity and critical thinking. Some of the best options include:

    • STEM Kits – Focus on science, technology, engineering, and math with experiments and building projects.
    • Art & Craft Kits – Encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development.
    • Literacy & Language Kits – Introduce new vocabulary, storytelling, and early reading skills.
    • Cultural & Geography Kits – Explore different countries, traditions, and history.
    • Sensory Play Kits – Help develop fine motor skills and encourage exploration through textures and hands-on activities.

    Knowledge Crates stand out as one of the best educational activity kits because they combine all of these elements into themed, hands-on learning experiences. Each crate is thoughtfully curated with books, a variety of projects, and all the materials needed—making it a stress-free way for parents to provide enriching activities at home.

    Homeschooling can be overwhelming, especially when planning lessons and gathering materials for activities. Knowledge Crates simplify the process by delivering pre-planned, hands-on learning experiences straight to your door. Here's how they make homeschooling easy:

    • All-in-One Convenience – Each crate includes everything needed for activities, eliminating extra shopping trips.
    • Books & Guides Included – Every crate features carefully selected books and a step-by-step guide to walk kids through each lesson.
    • Hands-On Learning – Engaging, screen-free activities help kids learn through play and exploration.
    • Saves Parents Time – No need to search for lesson plans or supplies—everything is ready to go!
    • Variety of Topics – From science and art to geography and life skills, kids get a well-rounded learning experience.

    With Knowledge Crates, homeschooling feels less like a chore and more like an adventure! Whether you’re supplementing a curriculum or looking for engaging activities, these kits make learning at home easy, fun, and stress-free.