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Here is the legend of the thistle and how it became our national symbol! “Thistles can be found right across Scotland, from the Lowlands to the Highlands, and even on the islands! There are a number of different types which grow in the UK, and a variety of thistles can be found in the wild around Scotland, the most common being the spear thistle, the creeping thistle, and the marsh thistle. It is the native spear thistle, Cirsium vulgare, which is thought to have been used as the national emblem

Things we’re leaving behind in 2025 ✨ The pressure to do all the things. Rushing through lessons just to check a box. Treating art as “extra” instead of essential. We’re choosing slower days, deeper learning, and more creativity woven into our homeschool rhythms. Here’s to a year that values curiosity, connection, and creating together. 🎨 What are your homeschool goals for this year? #homeschoolart #homeschool #homeschoolartclass #artfirstlearning | Lily & Thistle - Art Makes Me Smart