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With all this talk of nature and energy, we are often asked about whether we are a SCIENCE program.The answer is that Soul to Soil is a WHOLE-istic learning experience. Reading, writing, math, grammar, art, music, public speaking, vocabulary, foreign language, poetry recitation, storytelling, cooking and creative and natural movement are all tools we use to explore our lessons. These subjects are functionally integrated into our activities rather than taught compartmentally as is common in conventional education.

Part of the beauty of homeschooling is that each family can customize the students' learning outside of Soul to Soil days to the educational priorities that align most. In our program, the value is reflected as much in the WAY we teach as it is in the fascinating subjects that make up WHAT we teach. All lessons are designed to spark curiosity and nurture self-confidence so that learning becomes a treasure rather than a requirement. To learn more about the topics and structure of our learning days, please see our program guide.

Our teachings focus on social, emotional and self development throughout the learning process, filtering all concepts through the lens of Nature and aligning all ideas and activities with the universal concepts of love, beauty and connection. We are not a religious program by an means, however, everything we do honors and reflects a Divine relationship with God/Source/Creator.

We nurture innate curiosity by guiding students to discover their capacity to learn and create with the power of nature's mechanics. Lessons range from navigating social and emotional relationships (within the self and with others) through LOTS of play and movement; practicing communication and language skills through performing arts and poetry; engaging in experiential study, stewardship and scientific inquiry in natural environments; and finally trying out new skills while building coordination, perseverance and self-determination.

Our students engage in what we consider a full spectrum of learning, utilizing language, writing and math skills while exploring science, history and art in diverse and unique ways. While we do incorporate functional reading, writing and math skills, many families support the practice of these skills in the home. It is important for each homeschooling family to determine what aspects of education are most valuable. It is entirely up to the individual family how to relate with Soul to Soil as part of their homeschool or unschooling strategy.

As you may have gathered already by reading our philosophy, Soul to Soil is a one-of-a-kind program; we are not focused on following state academic standards. Legally speaking, Florida is a very flexible and free state when it comes to homeschooling and unschooling so there are very few standards placed upon parents with regard to curriculum. Ultimately, it is up to each family to decide how they relate to Soul to Soil.

For more details about homeschooling in Florida or unschooling in Florida, this article provides helpful additional information.