Making the most of your Children’s Series and America’s History extras
If you’re a homeschool parent, you already know how valuable it is to have resources that don’t just teach what to think, but how to think.
That’s exactly why we created all the extras that come with your Tuttle Twins books: to help you turn ideas into conversations, and conversations into real learning moments with your kids.
But here’s the thing, many parents don’t even realize how much they already have access to!
Alongside every book in the Children’s Series and America’s History collection, you get a treasure chest of downloadable materials designed to make teaching easier, deeper, and more fun.
This quick guide will show you exactly how to use them!
The Children’s Series (Ages 7–12)
Our award-winning Children’s Series introduces big ideas—like free markets, property rights, and entrepreneurship—in ways kids can actually understand. But the magic doesn’t stop at the stories. Each book also comes with digital extras you can use at home or on the go.
Parent Guides
Each guide gives you a quick summary of the book’s main ideas, discussion questions to spark conversation, and suggestions for helping your kids connect the concepts to real life. You can use these before or after reading to get the most out of each lesson.
Activity Workbooks
Every book has an accompanying workbook filled with puzzles, writing prompts, creative exercises, and activities that make abstract ideas concrete. Some parents like to print these out as part of their weekly lesson plans—others use them digitally so their kids can work on tablets.
Tip: Try reading The Tuttle Twins and the Miraculous Pencil one day, then complete a few workbook pages about cooperation and production the next. The conversation that follows might surprise you!
Audiobooks
Perfect for car rides, bedtime, or independent learning time, the audiobooks bring the stories to life while reinforcing key ideas. They’re a great option for auditory learners—or just busy families who love to keep learning on the move.
America’s History (Ages 12+)
Our America’s History series is a full-fledged curriculum for older learners—a deep dive into the ideas, people, and movements that shaped the United States.
Curriculum Guides
These guides include structured lesson plans, comprehension questions, writing prompts, and discussion topics that align perfectly with each volume. They’re designed to make your homeschool planning easy—just open the guide, pick your lesson, and go.
Printable Maps and Timelines
Every volume includes historical visuals that help kids see how events connect across time and place. Try printing them out to hang in your homeschool space or add them to a binder so your kids can reference them as they read.
Digital PDFs
All extras come in easy-to-download PDFs. Whether you print them, store them on your tablet, or organize them in a homeschool folder on your computer, you’ll always have them ready to go.
Example: After finishing a lesson on The Revolutionary War, pull out the map to trace major battles, then use the discussion guide to talk about what freedom meant to the colonists. It’s a simple way to make history click.
How to Access Your Digital Resources
Getting to your extras is easy. Here’s how:
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Log into your account at https://account.tuttletwins.com/
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Click on Orders
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Choose the order that contains your book or bundle
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Click the download links for each digital extra
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Save the files to your computer or tablet for easy access anytime
Good to know: Your digital items are also sent directly to your email at the time of purchase. Be on the lookout for an email from info@tuttletwins.com.
Pro tip: Create a dedicated “Tuttle Twins” folder on your device to keep everything in one place—you’ll thank yourself later!
Still need help? Our customer service team is happy to help! Please email us at info@tuttletwins.com if you are having trouble accessing your digital downloads.
Keep Coming Back to the Homeschool Hub
We built the Homeschool Hub to be your go-to place for fresh ideas, resources, and updates. Whether you’re looking for lesson plans, ESA information, or just inspiration from other homeschool families, this page will continue to grow and evolve right alongside you.
Bookmark it, check back often, and use it as your one-stop shop for all things Tuttle Twins.
Homeschooling is a journey—but it doesn’t have to be one you take alone. We’re here to make it easier, richer, and a lot more fun.
