They’re not real—but you’d think you’ve met them. Curious, chaotic, and full of charm, the Featherstones make learning at home feel a little brighter (and a lot more fun).
Role in the Family: The Veteran Dad Turned Homeschool Hero
Personality: Disciplined but goofy. Loves structure almost as much as he loves snacks.
Catchphrase: “Adapt and overcome. And yes, snacks count as morale boosts.”
Bio: Once a Marine, always a Marine—except now his missions involve math lessons and snack negotiations. Bob brings order to the homeschool chaos (most days) and can turn any subject into a life lesson. He’s proof that even dads who “weren’t sure about this homeschooling thing” can become total naturals.
Personality: Thoughtful, resourceful, and a recovering perfectionist with a wicked sense of humor.
Catchphrase: “This wasn’t in the lesson plan—but we’re going with it.”
Bio: Nancy runs on color-coded binders and blind faith. She’s the glue holding lessons, lunches, and life together—while learning that sometimes the best plan is flexibility. Every day’s an adventure, and she wouldn’t trade it for a bus schedule.
Ivy featherstone
Deep thinker. Defender of grammar.
Grade: 10th Grade
Role in the Family: The Headstrong Scholar
Personality: Deep thinker, literary soul, grammar snob (with love).
Catchphrase: “Technically, that’s not how you use that word… but okay.”
Bio: Ivy’s the family philosopher, novelist, and eye-roller-in-chief. She can quote Shakespeare, diagnose plot holes, and correct your punctuation before breakfast. Homeschooling helped her rediscover that learning can be as creative as she is.
Gabe featherstone
Deep thinker. Defender of grammar.
Grade: 7th Grade
Role in the Family: The Obsessive Learner
Personality: Curious, passionate, and permanently lost in a history podcast.
Catchphrase: “Hear me out—this totally connects to the Punic Wars.”
Bio: Gabe is the walking Wikipedia of the Featherstone household. His “fun facts” sometimes last 20 minutes, but no one minds—he’s usually right. With a knack for connecting dots between Roman emperors and Minecraft, Gabe proves curiosity is a superpower.
Milo featherstone
Neurospicy genius. Chaos engineer.
Grade: 3rd Grade
Role in the Family: The Brilliant, Neurospicy Engineer
Personality: Inventive, literal, honest, and occasionally covered in glitter or glue.
Catchphrase: “I made a spaceship out of spoons! It’s for science.”
Bio: Milo can build anything from cardboard and dreams. His brain never hits pause, and his ideas often sound like science fiction—but then they work. Whether it’s LEGO physics or spoon-based engineering, he reminds everyone that “different” often means “brilliant.”
Junie featherstone
Tiny dreamer. Glitter diplomat.
Grade: Kindergarten
Role in the Family: The Wildflower Diplomat
Personality: Sweet, stubborn, imaginative, and slightly feral—in the best way.
Catchphrase: “I’m the teacher now.”
Bio: Junie is equal parts fairy and philosopher. She believes glitter is a core subject and naps are optional. Whether she’s teaching her stuffed animals or leading “recess negotiations,” she keeps the whole family grounded in joy and wonder.
Catchphrase: “Experience: the degree nobody asks about.”
Bio: Grandma Nora lives in the in-law suite but operates on her own timeline. Fluent in Latin, sarcasm, and tough love, she’s the Featherstone family’s secret weapon. When chaos strikes, Nora’s wisdom—and her casserole—are unstoppable forces.
Arlo
Feathered mentor. Master of wisdom (and sarcasm).
Occupation: Family Mascot / Unofficial Tutor
Role in the Family: The Wisecracking Sidekick
Personality: Clever, smug, and endlessly patient (except around glitter).
Catchphrase: “A little wisdom goes a long way—hoot, there it is!”
Bio: Arlo oversees lessons from his perch, offering unsolicited advice and impeccable timing. He’s part mascot, part philosopher, and entirely convinced he runs the place. If learning had a spirit animal, it would wear feathers and deliver punchlines.
