PenningHouse

PenningHouse is a family-focused resource hub that offers weekly insights and advice for homeschoolers. Designed with stay-at-home families in mind, we’re here to help you create, learn, and grow together!

Author: Aubree

  • Paper Plate Animal Masks

    Paper Plate Animal Masks
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    Paper plate animal masks are a classic preschool craft for a reason. They’re simple, open-ended, and spark instant pretend play. With just a few materials, children can transform into lions, bunnies, owls, or any creature their imagination dreams up. This craft blends creativity with skill-building in a way that feels like pure fun. Why This Read more

  • Navigating Adult Friendships

    Navigating Adult Friendships
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    Finding peace, protecting your energy, and preserving what matters most Adult friendships are beautiful, complicated, and, let’s be honest, a little fragile at times. When we were younger, friendships often formed around convenience: same class, same neighborhood, same hobbies. But as adults, our identities deepen. We develop strong beliefs about parenting, faith, politics, education, and Read more

  • Embroidered Paper Valentine’s Cards

    Embroidered Paper Valentine’s Cards
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    There’s something magical about combining simple materials to create a Valentine that feels heartfelt. Embroidered Paper Valentine Cards are the perfect blend of art, design, and hands-on crafting, giving pre‑teens+ a chance to slow down, express themselves, and make something truly meaningful. This project feels fresh and modern, but still wonderfully approachable. With just a Read more

  • Tissue Paper Heart Suncatchers

    Tissue Paper Heart Suncatchers
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    Valentine’s Day is the perfect moment to slow down with little ones and create something bright, joyful, and meaningful. Soft Tissue Paper Heart Suncatchers are a beautiful blend of sensory exploration and simple process art, They’re ideal for toddlers who love to touch, press, and discover. With their glowing colors and gentle textures, these suncatchers Read more

  • Understanding Your Child’s Learning Profile

    Understanding Your Child’s Learning Profile
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    A Gentle Guide for Homeschooling Families Every child brings a beautifully unique blend of strengths, needs, quirks, and ways of experiencing the world. When you’re homeschooling, especially when your child has a disability or neurodivergence, understanding their learning profile becomes one of the most powerful tools you have. It’s the compass that helps you choose Read more

  • Strawberry “Love Bug” Graham Crackers

    Strawberry “Love Bug” Graham Crackers
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    There’s something magical about a snack that doubles as a craft. These Strawberry “Love Bug” Graham Crackers hit that sweet spot perfectly. They’re playful, colorful, and just messy enough to feel exciting without turning your kitchen into a disaster zone. I love this recipe because it blends creativity, fine‑motor practice, and a little food‑based science Read more

  • Secret Message Valentine Cards

    Secret Message Valentine Cards
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    Secret Message Valentine Cards invite kids to step into the role of artist and secret agent. Using a simple wax‑resist technique, your kids will write hidden Valentine messages with a white crayon, then paint over their designs with watercolor to reveal the words as if by magic. The moment the message appears never gets old! Read more

  • Baby-safe Heart Stamping

    Baby-safe Heart Stamping
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    Oh, February…how quickly you remind us that we’re faced with yet another gift-giving holiday. Didn’t we just have one of those a couple of months back? Still, with all of the themed items stocking the shelves, there’s nothing that feels particularly personal, making gift-giving feel a bit disconnected. Enter, homemade gits. I would rather craft Read more

  • Universal Progress Rubric

    Universal Progress Rubric
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    A Homeschool Resource Crafted with Care For those of you who visit regularly, you may have noticed that I didn’t post any new content last week. Like many of you, this time of year, my family began feeling a bit “under the weather.” In true worrier/planner fashion, I began thinking about all of the time Read more

  • Mini Canvas Wall Art

    Mini Canvas Wall Art
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    Mini canvas wall art sets invite preteens+ to explore their personal style while working on a small, manageable scale. Each canvas becomes a tiny “gallery piece,” giving kids the freedom to experiment with color, pattern, and technique without the pressure of a large project. These sets are perfect for independent crafting, group activities, or themed Read more