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11/13/2025 Bettina Zabel

Celebrating J.R.R. Tolkien Day: Cozy Reading and Creative Learning for Families

Authors and Literature, Crafts and Activities, Fun for the Family, Homeschool, Homeschool By Subject, United Kingdom

Celebrating J.R.R. Tolkien Day – A Homeschool Adventure January 3, marks the birthday of one of the most imaginative writers in history… J.R.R. Tolkien. If

10/24/202510/27/2025 Bettina Zabel

DIY Halloween Treat Bags (Felt + Canvas Craft)

Crafts and Activities, Fall Season, Free Printable, Halloween Crafts, Holiday Crafts, Seasonal

Easy Halloween Treat Bags Simple, cozy, and kid-approved… even my then-13-year-old son loved this one. Updated in 2025 to update links and FREE Printable! Also,

10/09/202510/24/2025 Bettina Zabel

Low-Cost Halloween Ideas for Teens Who Say They’re ‘Too Old’ (But Still Want the Fun)

Fall Season, Fun for the Family, Seasonal

Here’s How We Keep Halloween Fun with Teens As a mom of 3 teens, Halloween just isn’t the same. It’s funny how it’s all costumes,

09/11/202509/12/2025 Bettina Zabel

Making a Paper Mache Volcano

Crafts and Activities, Earth Sciences, Free Printable, Homeschool, Homeschool By Subject, Recycle, Science

A Fun Earth Science Experiment Updated September 2025: We made this paper mache volcano 10 years ago… and this post got a little refresh. I’ve

07/15/202508/01/2025 Bettina Zabel

Everyday Heroes for Kids (And an Uplifting Kids’ Show That Got Me Thinking)

Free Printable, From the Heart

Everyday Superheroes A Kids’ Show That Reminded Me Why Every Job Matters Originally published in 2017. Updated in July 2025 for accuracy, streaming info, and

07/06/202507/18/2025 Bettina Zabel

DIY Musical Instruments for Kids | Easy Crafts & Homeschool Fun

Crafts and Activities, Free Printable, Homeschool, Homeschool By Subject, Music, Recycle, Sensory Learning

Make your own DIY musical instruments using simple household items! These fun, hands-on projects are perfect for creative learning, rhythm play, and memory-making moments.