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                                You’re in and we’re so glad you’re here!

It’s time to make art a bigger part of your homeschool and learning journey. Whether you’re curious about how our lessons flow, looking for a little creative inspiration, or just seeing if this feels like the right fit, you’re exactly where you need to be.

Start exploring your free preview below and get a feel for what an art-first approach in your homeschool can look like.

We’ve also sent everything to your inbox, so you can come back to it anytime.

Use this unit study your way because there’s truly no “right” order! Here are a few easy ideas to get you started:

    • Pick 1–2 elements from the study per day. No need to do it all at once. Follow your child’s curiosity!
    • Add a few read-alouds from the book list to your morning basket or teatime routine.
    • Start with the watercolor tutorials, it’s a calming way to ease into the day. You’ll find templates for each card inside the study packet.
    • Use the poems as copywork practice to improve memory and handwriting.
    • End your week with a recipe as a family celebration of what you’ve learned.

Bonus tip: Let your kids help choose the day’s activity—ownership builds excitement and connection.

Use the video tutorials below when you’re ready to create your own watercolor Valentine’s Day Cards. Hannah Stevenson, our founding artist, will guide you along in easy-to-follow tutorials that all ages will enjoy.

For these projects you’ll need a few simple supplies: watercolor paper, watercolors, a jar of water, and paintbrushes.

Questions or need help? Send us an email to support@lilyandthistle.com and we will be happy to help

Border with background that has light pink watercolor splashes in the top left top right and bottom left and bottom right corners. In the top middle of the border are the bold words in various colors saying in all caps art makes me smart. Under in bold and all caps black font it says free membership preview. Under this in pink swirly text it says valentine unit study. Under this in a rounded pink line are the white printed words in all caps saying get the study
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Image of two hands over a painting of a watercolored donut with pink frosting and the words saying i doughnut know what id do without you. This is on a white marble table with a watercolor tray on the side. Over the middle of this image is the red youtube play button and on the bottom left corner in a grey rectangle is the words watch on youtube with the white youtube play button in between on and youtube. On the top left corner is a circle image of a woman in a pink shirt. On the right of this circle are the words in white saying easy watercolor donut valentine's card tutorial
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