I'm a wife, mom of two little girls, and the heart behind Acorn to Sprout.

The name Acorn to Sprout began on our daily walks, when my oldest daughter was just old enough to toddle along beside me. She became completely fascinated by acorns. Every walk turned into a treasure hunt as she eagerly searched for them, filling her little hands and pockets with each new discovery. Watching the joy on her face and the wonder in her eyes changed the way I saw childhood. She reminded me to slow down and notice the little things.

It also made me realize just how important these early years are. Like an acorn growing into a sprout, children are constantly growing, learning, and becoming who they're meant to be. Those everyday moments of play, curiosity, and connection matter more than we often realize.

As I began planning for preschool, I found myself overwhelmed by worksheets, complicated crafts, and hours of preparation. But the more I learned about early childhood, the more I discovered that young children learn best through stories, play, nature, and meaningful experiences shared with the people they love.

So I created the resource I had been searching for: simple, story-led, play-based guides that help families enjoy meaningful learning together without the overwhelm.

I'm so glad you're here.