Penguin Crafts & Snacks Round Up

Penguin Crafts & Snacks Round Up

When my kids became fascinated with penguins, I knew it was the perfect time to bring some hands-on fun into our homeschool! From adorable penguin crafts to easy, kid-friendly snacks, I’ve rounded up our favorite activities that bring these charming little birds to life. Whether you're looking for a simple afternoon project or a creative way to reinforce a winter or polar animal unit, these ideas are sure to delight your little learners. Grab some glue, a few snacks, and let’s waddle into some penguin fun!

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FREE Valentine's Fun Pack and Picture Book List!

FREE Valentine's Fun Pack and Picture Book List!

Valentine’s is usually a “love/hate” kind of holiday for most. Some people are tired of commercialism while others adore the special focus on love and romance this time of year.

I’ll say that I squarely fall into the middle. I’m not one for “mush” but I absolutely love to take time to make sure that my family knows just how important they are to me. We have very simple, candy-centered traditions around our house.

Even if you don’t love V-day, I find that late Jan-February is typically one of the hardest seasons in homeschooling. And when you layer a year-long pandemic on top? Sheesh. So anything that can bring some light and joy into our lives as we suffer through the long stretch of gloom and cold of this generally abysmal month- well, I’m all for it!

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Easy, Delicious, Gluten Free Sandwich Bread

Easy, Delicious, Gluten Free Sandwich Bread

First things first, I’m not a food blogger. So why am I posting a recipe? I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease 18 years ago, so it’s been 17 years since I’ve had “real” wheat bread. That means that for 17 years, I’ve done without or eaten cardboard that’s bread-ish and crazy-expensive.

In recent months, I’ve become a little obsessed with gluten free sourdough, which we all love fresh out of the oven or toasted and slathered in jam or butter. (My jeans are not appreciating my appreciation though).

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100 Ways to More Time Outdoors This Year (Join us in 2025!)

100 Ways to More Time Outdoors This Year (Join us in 2025!)

For years, we have enjoyed nature-focused science curriculum that essentially required that we spend time out of doors each day. However, this year, we are working on more project and experiment-based science which is totally fine. But it turns out that if my curriculum isn’t constantly insisting that I head out of doors … well, I don’t do a great job at it.

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FREE Counting Bird Activity Set

FREE Counting Bird Activity Set

I was browsing Pinterest the other day, looking for some printable activities to use alongside explore birds with my preschooler. I wanted a fun, bird-themed opportunity to review basic math and counting skills that fit the season. Our yard is freshly filled with birds in the early spring, and there’s really no better time of year to pull our feathered friends into our homeschool time.

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Perfectionism in Homeschooling: The Truth

Perfectionism in Homeschooling: The Truth

Last week, a vibrant discussion unfolded in our off social group about the realities of perfectionism and persistence in homeschooling. It quickly became evident that many of us grapple with similar struggles. From the endless interruptions to feeling scattered, the overarching sentiment was clear: we often fall short of the idyllic (perfection) vision we had when we embarked on the journey of home education.

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