Learning With Little House on the Prairie

The emphasis Laura Ingalls Wilder gave to learning throughout the Little House books sprang directly from the value she and her family placed on education. This Learning section links you to a variety of educational resources for all ages. Browse the articles below or click here for a complete index.

Pa’s Fiddle: Now Is Now

When Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote the final scene in her last Little House book for young readers, she gave the closing lines to Pa’s fiddle and its music. Laura and Almanzo’s wedding day has come to a close and the young couple sits on the doorstep of their own little house. In her memory, Laura…

Free Quilt-Themed Language Arts Printables

“…the beds were neat under their patchwork quilts. The rays of the setting sun came through the windows and filled the house with golden light.” Little House on the Prairie Quilting and sewing were common activities in the Ingalls household as seen throughout the books and TV show. Quilts were an important part of their daily lives –…

Melissa Francis: Lessons from the Prairie

Cassandra Cooper: “I want homework.” Caroline Ingalls: “What?” Cassandra Cooper: “I want homework!” Caroline Ingalls: “Well, if you want homework, you’re gonna have to go to school.” The Lost Ones: Part 2 The sign-in sheet read “Little House on the Prairie,” but to me, this audition would be just like any other. At the age…

The Little House Cookbook Review

You can’t help but think about food as you read through the Little House books – so much of a pioneer’s life revolved around growing and acquiring food on a seasonal cycle. Indeed, large passages of the books are dedicated to the description of food and meals. So it’s no surprise that one of the books…

Grown-Up Laura Ingalls Wilder Party

There are many different kinds of Laura fans. No matter what their specific interest, most fans love to “play Laura.” What better way to play Laura than with a party? There are several different ways to theme a Laura party. Today we’re going to look at how to host a Bring Your Own Bonnet party,…

Free Quilt-Themed Math Printables

“…the beds were neat under their patchwork quilts. The rays of the setting sun came through the windows and filled the house with golden light.” Little House on the Prairie As any quilter can tell you, quilting requires a strong foundation of math skills, including pattern recognition, sequencing, and measurement. The math principles that Laura…