Structure is the framework for learning.
Make time to take a nature walk through the woods, visit the pond and catch frogs, or collect rocks and fossils together. Homeschool support groups often schedule field trips to museums, local fire stations, bottling companies, etc. The informal learning stage establishes a healthy rapport between parent and child. If your child shows an interest in learning to read or write, teach her how, but don't push it at this stage of the game. Order out of Chaos With little children it makes sense to have educational games and other learning materials in easily accessible places for kids to play with whenever they choose.