Category: Blog
Welcome to the PenningHouse Blog
PenningHouse is your cozy corner of the internet—a place where creativity, education, and family life come together in meaningful, hands-on ways.
Here, you’ll find:
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Creative Crafts for every age—from babies to tweens—designed to nurture developmental growth and joyful learning
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Nutritious, Kid-Friendly Recipes that make mealtime easier, tastier, and a little more fun
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Homeschool Curriculum Tips & Ideas that help you shape a learning rhythm that fits your family
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Parenting Wisdom & Encouragement for the real-life, messy, magical moments of raising kids at home
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Disability Resources offering support, strategies, and understanding for families with diverse learners
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Homeschooling Know-How with practical guidance, seasonal planning, and reflections to keep your days grounded and inspired
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Bubble Painting
Who loves bubbles? Get ready for this exciting craft that the entire family can enjoy! Creating a bubble painting is an educational activity that supports a ton of developmental skills while allowing your preschooler to get moving at the same time! Here’s Why We Love Bubble Painting: 1. Encourages Creativity & Self-Expression 2. Strengthens Fine Read more
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Pasta Necklace
Making a pasta necklace craft with your toddler is not only fun, but also an excellent way to challenge their hand-eye coordination. Benefits of Creating a Pasta Necklace 1. Strengthens Fine Motor Skills 2. Encourages Creativity & Self-Expression 3. Teaches Early Learning Concepts 4. Provides Sensory Play 5. Builds Patience & Focus 6. Encourages Independence Read more
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Paper Plate Sun
Creating a paper plate sun craft with your toddler offers a variety of developmental and bonding benefits! Here’s Why a Paper Plate Sun Craft is a Great Activity for Your Toddler: 1. Supports Fine Motor Skills 2. Encourages Creativity & Self-Expression 3. Teaches Basic Concepts 4. Provides Sensory Play 5. Strengthens Hand-Eye Coordination 6. Encourages Read more
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Why Families Choose Homeschooling Over Public Schooling
The Proven Benefits of Homeschooling: Why It Works Homeschooling has grown significantly in recent years, with millions of families choosing it as an alternative to traditional public schooling. But what does the research say about the benefits of homeschooling? Studies consistently show that homeschooling offers academic, social, and emotional benefits that often surpass those of Read more
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Edible Playdough
Edible Playdough is a fun and easy recipe that is sure to be a hit with your infant! It encourages early creativity and exploration, enhances fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Benefits of Edible PlayDough 1. Encourages Sensory Exploration 2. Develops Fine Motor Skills 3. Safe for Mouthing 4. Boosts Creativity and Problem-Solving 5. Introduces Read more
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Edible Finger Paint
Edible finger paint art is a great idea for infants because it encourages sensory exploration, creativity, and early motor skill development in a safe and engaging way. Here’s why we recommend this fun and engaging edible finger paint craft for your infant: 1. Safe for Tasting Infants naturally explore the world by putting things in Read more
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Life Skills For Your Littles (and Not-So Littles)
Teaching Skills For Independent Living When deciding on which life skills to teach your children, consider those that will prepare them for independent living. As we all know, our little sponges soak up the world around them with ease. If you find your child wanting to “help out” in their younger years, encourage their participation. Read more
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Unschooling Versus Traditional Homeschooling
How Do They Differ? Have you ever heard someone talk about unschooling and wondered what the heck is that? As homeschoolers, we know that our form of schooling can differ greatly from our peers. We have unlimited flexibility involving what, when, and how we choose to teach our children. So why is there such a Read more
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Staying Connected With Your Tween
Staying Connected While Growing Apart As the dreaded teen years approach, you may find yourself feeling pressure toconnect with your growing children. Long gone are the days when mom and dadare needed for every little task. Instead, fast approaching are the days of fullindependence. Learning how to adapt to your child’s evolving needs is crucial Read more
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Dealing With A Naysayer Who Just Doesn’t Get It
How To Handle Those Who Oppose Your Homeschooling Lifestyle Everyone’s got an opinion. That fact, we cannot change, nor should we. Sure things would run a lot more smoothly if we all agreed on everything, but where’s the fun in that? But how can we deal with a naysayer who opposes our lifestyle without taking Read more
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The Summer Switch-Give Your Kids a Fun Educational Break
Summer Activities That Keep Them Learning With summer fast approaching, you may be faced with the decision to either continue schooling or take a break. Some families choose to school year-round, ensuring their child remains engaged in a learning environment. Others take advantage of the change in weather by spending more time outdoors or by Read more
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Portfolio Evaluation or Standardized Testing-Which To Choose
What Are My Options?- How To Prove Your Child’s Progress Through Evaluation and Testing As a homeschooling caregiver, one of your responsibilities is to submit evidence of your child’s progress. There are a couple different ways to evaluate your child. Lets take a look together. Most states will give you the option to keep a Read more