Free Project: The Monster Files

The Monster Files is a 4-week mini project for homeschoolers in Years 3–4 (Lower Key Stage 2). It’s designed to be gentle, flexible, and easy to fit into your routine — especially for learners who do best with low pressure and plenty of room to think.

Over the course of the project, your child will:

  • Take on the role of a Monster Researcher, noticing and recording details about an imagined living thing

  • Explore features and compare them with real animals

  • Think about environments and where a monster might live

  • Wonder about what a monster might need to survive

  • Share ideas through drawing, discussion, models, or short notes — in ways that suit them

There’s no requirement to finish anything, and all activities are designed to be optional and adaptable.

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Become a Monster Researcher

  • Easy to get started

    You’ll likely have the supplies on hand, and we provide links to extra resources to inspire your child.

  • Adaptable

    You’ll get plenty of ideas to extend or simplify activities, but we’ll walk you through just a few core ones each week so it never feels overwhelming.

  • Suitable education, made simple

    The Monster Files supports you in providing a broad and balanced learning experience — without the busywork. Projects naturally build literacy, creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression, giving you plenty of ways to show your child is receiving a suitable education.

  • Neuro-affirming

    Supports sensory needs, allows for flexible pacing, and offers multiple ways to engage, so every learner can shine.

Make learning creative, flexible and fun - starting today

Download a 4-week mini home education project for Years 3-4 - and see how creative, flexible, and joyful learning can be.

Our full nuro co projects run longer - this mini project is a taste of what we offer.

Want More?

If you enjoyed this mini project and are looking for more - check out our series of flexible, interest-led projects designed to support your homeschool journey.

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