Screen-Free Learning for 4-5 Year Olds
The Kinder Prep Box
20 hands-on activities each month that build the reading, writing, and math skills kindergarten teachers actually look for, so your child walks in confident.
20 school-readiness activities, literacy, math, and critical thinking
Phonics + sight word introduction, building real reading foundations
Handwriting readiness, letter formation, pencil grip, and directionality
Kindergarten math, counting to 20+, shapes, patterns, and early addition
Step-by-step parent instructions — no teaching experience needed
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About this box
The Kinder Prep Box is designed for curious 4-5 year-olds and filled with 20 hands-on activities for a full school-ready experience.
Each month, you’ll receive a themed toddler activity box filled with:
✅ Easy-to-follow instructions for caregivers
✅ Engaging sensory play and fine motor activities
✅ Educational crafts and learning games
✅ All the materials you need – no extra trips to the store!
Shipping
FREE SHIPPING FOR ALL SUBSCRIBERS!
All orders reserve the upcoming month’s box. Boxes begin shipping after the second week of each month, and tracking is sent as soon as your box ships.
For example, orders placed in September reserve the October box.
Active subscriptions renew on the 15th of each month for the following month’s box. Shipping typically takes 5–7 days.
FAQ
Which box is right for my child?
Each box is designed for a specific age range and skill level. If your child is between ages, we typically recommend choosing the younger level. You can switch boxes anytime in your account if needed.
When will my first box ship, and how long does delivery take?
All orders reserve the upcoming month’s box. Boxes begin shipping after the second week of each month. Once your box ships, delivery typically takes 5–7 days. You’ll receive a tracking email as soon as your box is on the way.
Do subscriptions renew automatically?
Yes. All subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled. Longer plans renew for another cycle at the same discounted rate.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes! You can cancel anytime in your account. Canceling stops future renewal charges, and you’ll still receive any boxes already included in your current subscription.
How long do the activities take?
Most activities take 10–20 minutes, making them easy to fit into your daily routine.
When will I be charged again?
Subscriptions renew on the 15th of each month for the next box unless canceled beforehand.
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4.9/5 stars · 2,000+ reviews
Designed by a certified teacher
Cancel anytime
4.9/5 stars · 2,000+ reviews
Cancel anytime
4.9/5 stars · 2,000+ reviews
Designed by a certified teacher
Your Child's Journey
From "Not Ready Yet" to Walking Into Kindergarten With Confidence
Kindergarten readiness isn't about drilling flashcards. It's about building real skills, one intentional month at a time.
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Setting the Foundation
Your child opens their first Kinder Prep Box and gets to work — tracing letters, playing a phonics matching game, and completing their first math activity. You realize this feels different from worksheets. They're not being drilled. They're playing their way into readiness.
Letter-sound awareness
Pencil grip
Number recognition
03
Phonics Clicks
Something shifts around month three. Your child starts sounding out words independently — on cereal boxes, road signs, books. They're counting past 20 and beginning to understand that numbers can be added together. These are the moments.
Beginning phonics and blending
Counting to 20+
Shape and measurement concepts
06
Writing Takes Off
Handwriting is noticeably stronger. Your child forms most letters correctly, holds their pencil properly, and writes their name with confidence. They can follow 3-step instructions and sit with an activity for 20+ minutes — exactly what kindergarten teachers need to see.
Letter formation
Sustained focus
Early addition concepts · Independent work habits
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Ready for Kindergarten
Nine months of intentional, joyful learning has your child walking into kindergarten already knowing what most kids will spend months learning. More importantly, they love learning — and that's the skill that matters most.
Pre-reading fluency
Early math mastery
Emotional regulation
Classroom confidence
They're Off
There's no "next box" after Kinder Prep — because your child is ready for the real thing. Kindergarten starts and you'll know you did everything right.
The longer you subscribe, the more your child grows.
Families who commit to 3, 6, or 9 months consistently report the biggest developmental leaps.
Is The Kinder Prep Box The Right Fit?
Not sure if this is the right level? Here's a quick guide.
My child starts kindergarten in less than a year
Start now — every month counts
My child already knows letters and numbers
This goes much deeper — phonics, writing, math
My child is 4 but isn't ready for structured learning
Activities are play-based, not worksheet-style
My child is in preschool already
This reinforces and accelerates what they're learning
I want to make sure they're not behind on day one
That's exactly what this box is for
My child is more advanced — would Preschool be too easy?
Kinder Prep is the right level
I'm homeschooling and need a structured curriculum add-on
Pairs beautifully with homeschool programs
Real Families, Real Results
What Parents Say About Kinder Prep Box
"Her teacher said she was the most prepared kid in class"
"We did 9 months of Kinder Prep before my daughter started kindergarten. Her teacher pulled me aside in the first week to say she was one of the most prepared students she'd seen. I cried. Worth every penny of every month."
Jennifer L., mom of two, Virginia
Kinder Prep subscriber, 9 months
"I wish I'd found this sooner"
"We started at month 7 before kindergarten and I only wish we'd started earlier. The phonics work, the math, the focus-building — all of it is so well designed. My son went from struggling with letter sounds to blending simple words in 8 weeks."
Kristin B., mom of three, Arizona
Kinder Prep subscriber, 5 months
"The handwriting improvement alone justifies the cost"
"Within 3 months, my son's pencil grip and letter formation went from scribbles to legible writing. He's 4. I genuinely didn't think that was possible this fast. The handwriting activities in this box are incredible."
Danielle M., mom of one, Washington
Kinder Prep subscriber, 4 months
"This is what a teacher-designed curriculum actually feels like"
"I'm a former teacher myself and I've tried a lot of early ed products. The Kinder Prep Box is the real thing. You can feel the intentionality behind every activity — the sequencing, the scaffolding, the way skills build on each other. Genuinely impressive."
Allison F., former educator and mom of two, Oregon
Kinder Prep subscriber, 6 months
Join 20,000+ families preparing for kindergarten with LWK
The Honest Comparison
Not all activity boxes are built the same. Here's how the Kinder Prep Box stacks up.
LWK Kinder Prep Box
Kindergarten readiness workbooks
Learning apps (ABCmouse, etc.)
Hands-on, tactile learning
Phonics + handwriting + math
Designed by a certified teacher
Varies
Varies
Screen-free
New activities every month
Builds focus + classroom habits
Caregiver involvement built in
Monthly cost
$42–$48
~$10–$15
~$15/mo
The difference: workbooks and apps build knowledge. The Kinder Prep Box builds a learner.
How does it work?
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Learn & Grow
Meet Kelsey
Kelsey is a certified teacher, entrepreneur, mom, and advocate for early childhood learning. With a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, she spent six years teaching before launching Learning with Kelsey, a subscription box company designed to help parents engage their young children in meaningful, hands-on learning.
As a mother of four, Kelsey understands the challenges of early education at home and created her boxes to simplify the process while strengthening parent-child connections.
What parents and their children think:
My toddler and I both love our LWK boxes!
My toddler and I both love our LWK boxes! Having a different activity planned out with all the materials already there for each day is so fun + easy!!
We look forward to our box each month!
We look forward to our box each month!
LWK takes all the guess work out of teaching my kids
Learning with Kelsey takes all the guess work out of teaching my kids, so I never have to ask myself is this too hard? Too easy? Or where do I find one of those?!
