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MORNING MENUS

Print-and-go resources created by real teachers

Print-and-go resources created by real teachers

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A more intentional Way to Begin the Day

Where calm mornings and confident kids begin

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Turning rushed, chaotic mornings into peaceful, predictable moments that set the tone for the day.

Encouraging togetherness, conversation, and presence without the pull of screens.

Empowering children to begin their day with independence and a sense of accomplishment.

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HOW MORNING MENUS WORK

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A more intentional Way to Begin the Day

Where calm mornings and confident kids begin.

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Turning rushed, chaotic mornings into peaceful, predictable moments that set the tone for the day.

connection

Encouraging togetherness, conversation, and presence without the pull of screens.

confidence

Empowering children to begin their day with independence and a sense of accomplishment.

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HOW MORNING MENUS WORK

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introducing the Morning Menus

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SEPTEMBER & bACK TO SCHOOL MORNING MENUS

Bring structure, connection, and purpose to your mornings, one page at a time.

The 195-page September Morning Menu is designed to bring calm, confidence, and a little community-inspired fun to your family’s mornings with engaging, community helper-themed, screen-free activities that build literacy, math, fine motor, and critical thinking skills through hands-on play. Want to keep the learning going? Pair it with the 50-page Back-to-School Morning Menu Expansion Pack for even more school-themed activities that build excitement for the new school year while adding fresh variety to your morning routine. Simply print, slide the pages into your menu cover, and enjoy a low-prep routine that encourages independence, focus, curiosity, and meaningful learning all month long.

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Look Who’s Using Morning Menus in the United States!

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Our Morning Menus Far & Wide!

Australia

Canada

China

Czech Republic

Denmark

France

Germany

Great Britain

Hungary

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Jordan

New Zealand

Taiwan

South Africa

South Korea

United Arab Emirates

WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING!

Caitlin Whiting
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

There’s so much noise out there about what to be doing with kids at home with school work and learning, and it’s so comforting to have a download each month where I know they are getting good information and I’m getting hot coffee!

15 hours ago
Kindra
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

My favorite one yet! I LOVE these morning menus! Each one is so intentional, cute, and full of learning pages for any age group! The price point is amazing for the time, effort and care that went into each of these pages! THANK YOU for providing such a great learning tool for us moms so we can drink our coffee hot each morning!

6 months ago
Sarah M.
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

The December Calm Home Journal is incredibly value packed. I was impressed with the intentionality, thoughtfulness, and quantity put into this journal. You get quite the bang for your buck! I’m on a journey to overhaul my life and simplify my home and parenting, and especially resonated with the articles regarding transitions and going with the flow. I’ll be revisiting this issue and look forward to purchasing future editions!

2 years ago
Chelsea R.
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

While Katelyn is the queen of making-it-look-easy while remaining humble and kind, she’s also not a gatekeeper and shares ALL the tips on how to make your home, family and life function just a little bit easier. I loved this month’s edition of the Calm Home Journal because it was full of thoughtful, well-written articles as well as tons of useful gift guides and tips to truly slow down this Christmas season and invite calm into your home. For less than the price of a coffee, you can get your own mental cup full with intentional articles and helpful tips. Absolutely loved this one and will definitely be buying January’s issue!

2 years ago
Kristin
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

This guide is so helpful and informative! Not only does it encourage you to simplify things, it gives you easy, achievable steps and tips to do so. Katelyn is relatable, down to earth, and inspiring!

2 years ago
Sorcha M
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

Absolutely loved this first issue, definitely will be getting it monthly! The detail and effort that went into it is evident. I found myself going back to re-read a couple of the articles and there’s so much more than just the journal with activities and links etc. I already try to keep my home calm but with two under 3 it’s hard, the steps in the journal are definitely going to help! Thanks Kaitlin!

2 years ago

introducing the

Morning Menus

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SEPTEMBER & BACK TO SCHOOL MORNING MENUS

Bring structure, connection, and purpose to your mornings, one page at a time.

The 195-page September Morning Menu is designed to bring calm, confidence, and a little community-inspired fun to your family’s mornings with engaging, community helper-themed, screen-free activities that build literacy, math, fine motor, and critical thinking skills through hands-on play. Want to keep the learning going? Pair it with the 50-page Back-to-School Morning Menu Expansion Pack for even more school-themed activities that build excitement for the new school year while adding fresh variety to your morning routine. Simply print, slide the pages into your menu cover, and enjoy a low-prep routine that encourages independence, focus, curiosity, and meaningful learning all month long.

COMING SOON!
COMING SOON!

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Look Who’s Using Morning Menus in the United States!

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Our Morning Menus Far & Wide!

Australia

Canada

China

Czech Republic

Denmark

France

Germany

Great Britain

Hungary

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Jordan

New Zealand

Taiwan

South Africa

South Korea

United Arab Emirates

WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING!

Caitlin Whiting
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

There’s so much noise out there about what to be doing with kids at home with school work and learning, and it’s so comforting to have a download each month where I know they are getting good information and I’m getting hot coffee!

15 hours ago
Kindra
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

My favorite one yet! I LOVE these morning menus! Each one is so intentional, cute, and full of learning pages for any age group! The price point is amazing for the time, effort and care that went into each of these pages! THANK YOU for providing such a great learning tool for us moms so we can drink our coffee hot each morning!

6 months ago
Sarah M.
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

The December Calm Home Journal is incredibly value packed. I was impressed with the intentionality, thoughtfulness, and quantity put into this journal. You get quite the bang for your buck! I’m on a journey to overhaul my life and simplify my home and parenting, and especially resonated with the articles regarding transitions and going with the flow. I’ll be revisiting this issue and look forward to purchasing future editions!

2 years ago
Chelsea R.
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

While Katelyn is the queen of making-it-look-easy while remaining humble and kind, she’s also not a gatekeeper and shares ALL the tips on how to make your home, family and life function just a little bit easier. I loved this month’s edition of the Calm Home Journal because it was full of thoughtful, well-written articles as well as tons of useful gift guides and tips to truly slow down this Christmas season and invite calm into your home. For less than the price of a coffee, you can get your own mental cup full with intentional articles and helpful tips. Absolutely loved this one and will definitely be buying January’s issue!

2 years ago
Kristin
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

This guide is so helpful and informative! Not only does it encourage you to simplify things, it gives you easy, achievable steps and tips to do so. Katelyn is relatable, down to earth, and inspiring!

2 years ago
Sorcha M
Verified ownerVerified owner
5/5

Absolutely loved this first issue, definitely will be getting it monthly! The detail and effort that went into it is evident. I found myself going back to re-read a couple of the articles and there’s so much more than just the journal with activities and links etc. I already try to keep my home calm but with two under 3 it’s hard, the steps in the journal are definitely going to help! Thanks Kaitlin!

2 years ago
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About Katelyn Collier, MAT

Katelyn Collier is a former elementary school teacher turned homeschooling mom of three and the founder of A Pop of You. She’s passionate about helping families step away from the pressure of today’s fast-paced culture and create homes filled with presence, joy, and balance. Through her resources and podcast, she shares simple, practical tools to reclaim childhood and make family life feel lighter and more intentional.

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About Katelyn Collier, MAT

Katelyn Collier is a former elementary school teacher turned homeschooling mom of three and the founder of A Pop of You. She’s passionate about helping families step away from the pressure of today’s fast-paced culture and create homes filled with presence, joy, and balance. Through her resources and podcast, she shares simple, practical tools to reclaim childhood and make family life feel lighter and more intentional.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For us, Morning Menus are a simple, calm way to start the day. They give my kids something inviting and predictable to do as soon as they wake up—no rushing around, no screens, and no chaos. The pages help warm up their brains for the day while giving me a few quiet minutes to sip my coffee or get ahead on the morning.

Most days, yes! We use them consistently on weekday mornings because the routine helps our whole house feel calmer. On weekends, we use them more loosely—sometimes yes, sometimes no—depending on what we have planned.

I usually swap out the pages every couple of weeks, or whenever my kids seem ready for something new. If they’re especially into a certain page, I leave it in longer. If they’re breezing through it, I’ll switch it out sooner.

I use the dry-erase menu covers from Amazon (the flexible pocket-style ones). They hold up well to daily use, wipe clean easily, and are quick for me to swap pages in and out.

Not all at once! I usually print the ones that match whatever skills or themes we’re working on. Printing everything at once feels overwhelming, so I pick a few to start with and print more as we go.

I keep all the printed pages in a simple 3-ring binder with sheet protectors. I separate them loosely by age and skill—fine motor, early math, pre-reading, seasonal pages, etc.—so I can quickly grab new ones to rotate in.

A quick wipe with a microfiber cloth works great for daily cleaning. For occasional deeper cleanings, I use a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol on the cloth. It makes the covers look brand-new without any scrubbing.

Independence develops gradually, and Morning Menus are designed to support that process through modeling, consistency, and gentle guidance. Use the Morning Menu at the same time each day to build a predictable routine, offer prompts instead of taking over (such as “What do you think comes next?”), and end with a quick reflection about what they enjoyed or found challenging.

As your child becomes more comfortable, slowly step back and allow them to take the lead. Even if they need full support at first, consistent practice builds the confidence and capability that lead to true independence over time.

Children as young as ages 2–3 can begin using Morning Menus, but they will need close modeling and hands-on support—this is completely normal and developmentally appropriate. Little ones learn by watching you move through each page.

By age 4 and up, most children can complete familiar pages more independently after you’ve modeled them a few times. The structure stays the same, but your level of involvement naturally decreases as their confidence and skills grow.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For us, Morning Menus are a simple, calm way to start the day. They give my kids something inviting and predictable to do as soon as they wake up—no rushing around, no screens, and no chaos. The pages help warm up their brains for the day while giving me a few quiet minutes to sip my coffee or get ahead on the morning.

Most days, yes! We use them consistently on weekday mornings because the routine helps our whole house feel calmer. On weekends, we use them more loosely—sometimes yes, sometimes no—depending on what we have planned.

I usually swap out the pages every couple of weeks, or whenever my kids seem ready for something new. If they’re especially into a certain page, I leave it in longer. If they’re breezing through it, I’ll switch it out sooner.

I use the dry-erase menu covers from Amazon (the flexible pocket-style ones). They hold up well to daily use, wipe clean easily, and are quick for me to swap pages in and out.

Not all at once! I usually print the ones that match whatever skills or themes we’re working on. Printing everything at once feels overwhelming, so I pick a few to start with and print more as we go.

I keep all the printed pages in a simple 3-ring binder with sheet protectors. I separate them loosely by age and skill—fine motor, early math, pre-reading, seasonal pages, etc.—so I can quickly grab new ones to rotate in.

A quick wipe with a microfiber cloth works great for daily cleaning. For occasional deeper cleanings, I use a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol on the cloth. It makes the covers look brand-new without any scrubbing.

Independence develops gradually, and Morning Menus are designed to support that process through modeling, consistency, and gentle guidance. Use the Morning Menu at the same time each day to build a predictable routine, offer prompts instead of taking over (such as “What do you think comes next?”), and end with a quick reflection about what they enjoyed or found challenging.

As your child becomes more comfortable, slowly step back and allow them to take the lead. Even if they need full support at first, consistent practice builds the confidence and capability that lead to true independence over time.

Children as young as ages 2–3 can begin using Morning Menus, but they will need close modeling and hands-on support—this is completely normal and developmentally appropriate. Little ones learn by watching you move through each page.

By age 4 and up, most children can complete familiar pages more independently after you’ve modeled them a few times. The structure stays the same, but your level of involvement naturally decreases as their confidence and skills grow.

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