By Holly Giles | homeschooling
You can homeschool without a textbook I see a homeschooling trend centered around the public school textbook model. Set hours, many subjects, school rooms, and mothers who switch roles of teacher and mother each day. For many, it is exhausting, and the joy they expect from homeschooling disappears. However, you can homeschool without a textbook. […]
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By Holly Giles | Recipes , Simple Living
Our Go-To Snack Granola is one of those snacks that makes you feel like you are outdoors even if your not. I remember making granola in grade school on a campout and we called it GORP. I am not sure what the O stands for but it had granola, raisins peanuts and m&m’s in it. […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , homeschooling
Young Entrepreneur What makes an entrepreneur successful? Some people might luck out on their success and be at the right place at the right time. Another entrepreneur may be born with the drive to succeed. Then, others might be raised in an environment that creates that mindset. Grayson, my oldest son started a lawn business […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors , Nature Study
First Aid First aid kits and contents can vary with your activities, but having basic supplies on hand is key. An at-home first aid kit is a must and keeping a smaller kit for the car or taking on hikes or walks is a good idea. Beth Goodale joins me as we talk about what […]
Continue readingBy Holly Giles | Great Outdoors , homeschooling
Play in childhood Delia is a pediatric Occupational Therapist. Moreover, her specialty is pediatrics and play-based therapy. I met her several years ago at a homeschool event. She is a popular workshop speaker in our area. She has wonderful insight into helping children. And get the most out of body movements. Play is […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , homeschooling , Motherhood , Nature Study
Nature Study Nature study is such a buzzword throughout the homeschool culture. There are many different philosophies and methods recommended for proper nature study in the home. Charlotte Mason, of course, comes to mind for most when you bring up the nature study subject. Of course, many have jumped on the bandwagon and created their […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , homeschooling , Inspiration , Simple Living
Modern education When I made the choice to step away from the norm I chose a modern education for my children. I knew we would be viewed as different. We became modern-day pioneers of a new way to learn. Anytime you choose a different path in life, we all become pioneers on the trail of […]
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By Holly Giles | homeschooling , Motherhood , Uncategorized
Is your home a pitstop? Is your calendar color-coded with tiny writing to fit all your daily to-dos and places you need to pitstop each day? Do your feet hit the ground running each day with a whirlwind to fit it all in? This type of lifestyle can work on adrenaline for a while, but […]
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By Holly Giles | homeschooling , Inspiration
I met the Mixon family a few years ago at the FPEA homeschool convention in Florida. Kim showed up a little teary-eyed after my talk about creating a learning lifestyle in your home. She said they had to come and talk to me more because when I said my kids didn’t fit into a box, […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Recipes , Simple Living
The Blueberry Blueberries were not always my favorite fruit. As a little girl I refused to eat my grandmother’s blueberry pie, can you imagine? I did not like the way those berries tasted in my mouth. Although I did love going wild blueberry picking in the woods, it was the hunt I loved, not the […]
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