As I began researching and planning to homeschool my toddler, I quickly realized just how time-consuming and overwhelming it all was. Late nights were spent sorting through curriculum, planning crafts, and gathering supplies. Hours would slip away, and by the time I had the week planned, my own relaxation time was gone. The book I had hoped to read weeks ago was still waiting on my to be read cart.

It struck me how challenging this must be for so many other moms, especially those who are balancing work and family life. The endless cycle of planning, prepping, and buying materials felt exhausting. Our small apartment was quickly filling up with everything from wooden peg dolls to construction paper. I knew there had to be other moms feeling the same way—whether they were committed to full-time homeschooling or simply wanted meaningful activities for school vacations. That’s when Acorn to Sprout was born.

We created our curriculum and craft boxes to offer a solution: everything you need to foster a deeper connection with your child at home. Our boxes provide opportunities for independent play, so you can carve out moments in your daily rhythm to focus on the things you need to do as a busy mom. We hope our boxes ease the stress of planning, giving you more time to bond with your little one and more space to nurture yourself so you can show up as your best self for your child.