how to unschool

Unschoolers don't have to skip out on the fun that Valentine's Day can bring. 
I know, it's Hallmark Celebration... and lots of people are not big fans. But you kids might enjoy some aspects of it - and I've pulled together 10 activities your family might like to try. 

• Science Projects
• Party food ideas
• Jokes/Riddles
• Arts & Crafts
• Videos
• Love Languages
• TONS of MEMES - some would be so fun to text to your big kids!

Unschooling is about connecting with our kids. It’s going to give you insight into what they need from you. And it’s not that hard to sparkle up their lives, so they’re excited to learn about new things and grow their own VERY individualized pile of knowledge and experience. 

We don’t have a crystal ball, we don’t know how their lives will twist and pivot in the years to come. But living with them, fully experiencing life in a way that is expansive and adventurous - that’s so much better than the one size fits all learning or "finish your lessons" before you get around to the fun stuff.  
Real life is full of lessons. You just have to notice them - and dive in. 

I hope this helps you have a great Valentine’s day with your kids.  ❤︎

VALENTINE RESOURCES
Here's the link to my list of links and resources to unschool your way through Valentine's Day!
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-valentines-day


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I have 5 Signs that it may be time for you to start unschooling!

Whether you've been homeschooling and it's not working out as planned, or you're looking for alternatives to public schools, I want to share how to get started homeschooling from an unschooling perspective.

I know, it can be scary to do something this unconventional, but gather some information and support, and you'll be able to do this. Think of me as virtually holding your hand as you gain confidence!

Here's the link for the transcript:
How Do I know if Unschooling is Right for Us?
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What IS an unschooling day like?
That's one of the most common questions when parents are thinking about unschooling as a homeschooling option. We KNOW what school looks like. We even have a pretty good guess about what traditional school-at-home homeschooling looks like. But unschooling? That's a different story!

Sue Patterson shares insight on what's typical about unschooling days - and what's the problem with trying to find a formula or someone else's day to duplicate.  Plus she's sharing 3 secrets successful unschoolers know! Now you'll know too!

Listen to the podcast for your peptalk on unschooling - the first for 2024!

Go to this link to get:
-> Free PDF to help you Create Your Own "Typical" Day
-> Link for the January Unschooling Question of the Month Webinar - "What about an Unschooling Typical Day?"
-> Podcast Transcript
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/typical-unschooling-day

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Are you on the fence about what to do?
Are you leaving the school system and unsure which homeschooling method you should choose?
Or maybe you've been homeschooling in a more traditional way and that just isn't working - for you or for the kids!

That's what this episode is all about! I want to help you get some clarity so you can move forward. I have a little workout plan for you - don't worry, nothing too strenuous! But in one week, you'll have be on much steadier ground.

Here's the link where you can find your "free workout" :
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/considering-unschooling

And if you need more Unschooling Information or Support:

• Private Coaching with Sue Patterson
• Group Coaching through the Creating Confidence Membership Program
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course

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Questions keep rolling in after our Unschooling Q & A Webinar last week. So we'll answer two of them this week on the podcast:

1) What do you do about the emotional roller coaster new unschoolers ride when they're just beginning the homeschooling path?
and
2) What do you do about kids who are used to being told what to do and can't figure out how they're going to learn anything with this unschooling approach?

Good questions, right?
I'll tackle them with you - and it's also over here at the blogpost where I'll also give you a few more resources to dive deeper.
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-questions-parents-kids

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• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
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• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

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2 Free Downloadable PDFs are here at the website:
Mother's Day Resources

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If you're thinking that unschooling is expensive, let me set your mind at ease! This podcast is ALL about moving away from schoolish thinking and seeing all the low-cost and FREE options available for your kids to learn!

I even have a FREE PDF for you!
40 Ideas to Unschool on a Budget

Hop over to the blog to read along:
Unschooling on a Limited Budget

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Use the discount code: SUBSCRIBERS

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Sue Patterson shares 5 strategies to help homeschooling and unschooling parents decrease the stress and enjoy their families - during the holidays or ANY TIME stress starts to feel overwhelming.

After raising 3 unschooled kids of her own, Sue knows what it's like in the parenting trenches! Focusing on these five areas will really help you!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

Unschooling Guide: Stressed Out
Unschooling Guide:  Holiday Learning

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Transcript/Links at the Unschooling Mom2Mom website:
5 Strategies to Get Rid of Holiday Stress

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Parents want to know what to do when their kids are only interested in playing make-believe or pretend play with their toys. They wonder when the "Real Learning" is going to start.

Sue Patterson, Unschooling Mom2Mom, answers parents by sharing the subjects that are often weaving throughout this imaginative playtime.  Kids really are hard-wired to learn, but we may need a little help SEEING what's going on under the surface.

Get more help from Sue and see the learning that's happening throughout your child's day:

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This Podcast (with the graphic Sue refers to,) is here.

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What about unschooling and parents of pre-schoolers?
Are you facing a lot of pressure as you're trying to choose what's best for your little ones?

Even if you DON'T end up unschooling, delaying academics is proving to be a much better option for kids. Don't duplicate school just because it's familiar!

Let's talk a bit about what's going on when you're parenting little ones, and how to get support if you're opting for something like unschooling.

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:

• Research about Pre-School & Play-based approaches
• 10 Tips for Unschooling Preschoolers
• Transcript for this Podcast with more resource links

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• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

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How about Unschooling this summer?
I don't mean drop the kids off at the pool and pick them up at the end of the day.
I'm talking about REALLY unschooling. Being intentional.  Learning about how to do it and going "all in."

I have suggestions in the podcast and more links to help you along! You can do it!! You'll be glad you did - maybe you'll even like it BEYOND the Summertime!

Unschooling Resources:

• Unschooling Updates Email List 
• Creating Confidence Membership Group
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course
• Blogpost with even MORE resources! 

https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-this-summer

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• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

OR we could call this...
STEP AWAY FROM THE CURRICULUM!!!

When you're new, it's not uncommon to focus on curriculum purchases or ways to teach your kids all kinds of cool things! And if you're in homeschooling communities, this time of year is really buzzing about what to buy for next year!

I want to let you know that rushing out to buy that curriculum is the biggest mistake I see when you're new! Whether you are homeschooling or unschooling - or anything in between.

This podcast will walk you through what the problem is - and how to avoid the mistake!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

8 Mistakes New Unschoolers Make (YouTube Video)

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
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Creating Confidence Membership Group
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You Can Do This!! And I have so many ways to get you the support you need to be successful over at the website: Unschooling Mom2Mom

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Now you can!
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Let's identify 9 causes that may be making you feel stressed or even burnt out. I'll give you some solutions here in the podcast and resources to help you dive deeper.

Unschooling Guide: Stressed Out
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Transcript with even MORE links at the website: HERE
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/stressed-out-as-unschoolers/

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Reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
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Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving this week or not, you're inevitably going to find yourself in the hot seat at some point with friends and family. I'm sharing some conversational tips and techniques to help those interactions go smoothly!

This podcast also gives a few tips to help your kids through the holidays too.

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES FROM SUE:

Creating Confidence Membership
Just the hand-holding you need!

Critics & Naysayers Unschooling Guide
This PDF is perfect for those DIY types who'd like to dive a little deeper into handling those relatives!
(This $15 Guide is free for members this month - including some video walk-throughs from me!)

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
$50 off this week! Use the discount code: UM2M50

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Reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
You don't have to do this alone!
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Like what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee?
Now you can!
Buy Me a Coffee

• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources