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How Lifestyle Learning Benefits Your Family

By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors , homeschooling

Lifestyle Learning Many families view home education as a lifestyle. A specific schedule, routine, or curriculum do not bind learning. In addition, families who embrace a learning lifestyle weave education into their daily life. Generally, they do not categorize learning into subjects or grade levels. In the philosophy of education, learning is the product of […]

Parenting Through Fear

By Holly Giles | homeschooling , Inspiration

My Parenting through Fear I spend a lot of time worrying. Worrying that I do not spend enough time doing “school”, building character, or exposing EVERYTHING there is to learn about the world to my sons. I contemplate handing them over to the “system” so they will get what they need and I don’t have […]

Parenting with Passion in Mind

By Holly Giles | Family , homeschooling , Inspiration

Parenting with passion I put Grayson, 15, on a plane to New Mexico this week. I had a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye as he waved goodbye and boarded the plane to live out his passion. I knew he was headed for an adventure that he has longed for, but […]

Why Moms Need a Hobby While Raising Children

By Holly Giles | Family , homeschooling , Motherhood

Moms need a hobby Crafting and sewing were big hobbies of mine. My favorite pastime hobby was finding old things at yard sales and turning them into something new. I really enjoyed it. Then, at the beginning of the little years, I just wanted to know everything about nurturing my boys. So, I read every […]

3 Ways to Homeschool Without a Textbook

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. […]

Homemade Trailblazer Granola

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. […]

5 Tips on Raising A Young Entrepreneur

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 […]

First Aid for Outdoor Adventures

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 […]

The Importance of Play in Childhood

By 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 […]

Look Up from Your Nature Study Curriculum

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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