Get ready for an eerie twist on unschooling! In this Halloween special, Sue Patterson guides Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast listeners through “An Unschooling Haunted House: It Could Never Happen... Or Could It?” This episode imagines the ultimate unschooling nightmare, where standardized tests, endless worksheets, and college-obsessed ghosts lurk around every corner! Venture into rooms like The Endless Worksheet Room and meet the “Prove It!" Poltergeist who can’t stop haunting you with que...

Are family members or friends concerned about your decision to unschool? Or are you a relative wondering what unschooling really means for your loved ones? In this episode, we dive deep into how unschooling works and address common worries and misconceptions. Sue Patterson shares practical insights on how family members can show support, as well as addressing some of the common concerns about unschooling. Whether you’re an unschooling parent dealing with concerned relativ...

Are you worried unschooling might "mess up" your kids? You're not alone! I asked my free Facebook group, and the #1 fear parents have about unschooling is the fear of somehow ruining their kids' future.In this week’s episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast, I’m diving into why you don’t need to worry about this common fear. Since we're keeping it short and sweet, I'll be back with a Part 2 soon!Want to share your biggest concern? Drop it in the comments or email me at Coaching@su...

Let's keep using the seasons as somewhat of a "structure" for learning as unschoolers! I'm sharing 6 ways your typical Autumn activities will provide all the learning your child needs! Yes - even language arts, math, science, social studies - everything you worry about! Whether you've been unschooling for a while, "almost" unschooling, or brand new to the idea, you're going to love this podcast. I want to reassure you that unschooling works!UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES mentioned:Fall Unschooling Gui...

In this Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast, I want to tell you about some billboards and roadmaps - all pointing you toward unschooling the kids this year!Let's go through a few together as you start your road trip toward unschooling. UNSCHOOLING 101 Mini-CourseIf you'd like to dive a little deeper, here's the link I mentioned. Remember, it starts on Monday and goes for 10 days!Billboards and roadmaps - all pointing you toward unschooling the kids this year!https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product...

Your kids are probably bumping into a few more questions than usual with neighborhood kids returning to school. This week, on the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast, Sue Patterson shares how parents can help their kids with some of the typical questions that may trip them up! Unschooling Resources Mentioned:NOT Back-to-School WebinarAugust 22, 2024Podcast Transcript Herehttps://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/navigating-questions_____________________________________________________Reach out if you need h...

The Unschooling Mom2Mom Facebook group is celebrating 10 years of offering unschooling support to parents! Plus, nearly 50K group members!And this podcast has passed the 300K download marker!Those are a lot of incredible milestones!I love that our Unschooling Community continues to grow. Our Annual NOT Back-to-School Online Party is scheduled for Thursday, August 22nd at 2 pm (Central)Come for inspiration, information, and community! Join the Email list for all the updates and registrat...

... for PARENTS, that is!I'm sharing 5 Steps for an Unschooling Summer School program that you can tap into right now! I want to help you see how easy this can be!UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES MENTIONED:2 Courses on Sale through July:Jumping Into UnschoolingLearning Math WITHOUT CurriculumUse 50% Off Discount Code: summer24https://suepatterson-unschooling.thinkific.com/collectionsUnschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time!https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/BrainstormCreating Confidence Membership Gro...

That's an alarming title, right? But it's something that's been a confusing point within the homeschooling and unschooling community. Unschoolers focus on the Learning instead of the Teaching.Yet, that is easily misconstrued as "Unschoolers don't Learn" or "Unschooling Parents are neglectful" - and NOTHING could be further fro the truth!This topic has surfaced online a lot lately - so Sue Patterson breaks it all down for you in this week's Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast!Another Podcast:#7 Teachi...

Are you trying to get organized but wonder how that can work with unschooling? Loop Scheduling is a possiblity! In this week's Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast, Sue talks about how to keep the concept of unschooling alive and well AND still do Loop Scheduling if you'd like! Nope - it's not going to look the same as how traditional homeschoolers will implement it!Transcript Herehttps://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/loop-scheduling-and-unschoolingPodcast #23: Structure, Schedules & Unschooling...

Gatherings with friends and family can happen all year long! And when you've decided to do something different, all eyes are on you - or at least it can feel like that. This week's podcast is to help you manage these tricky situations and feel good about your responses. Thinking specificallly about how to prepare for various questions or scenarios will help you so much. Here are a few resources mentioned for those who are new to homeschooling or unschooling homeschoolers. Sue's Fre...

Happy Father's Day! Sharing a Bonus podcast from Unschooling Mom2Mom to help make sense of some of the confusion out on the internet. Sue Patterson shares some stories from her own dad, that offers a little Father's Day insight!Reach out if you need a little more help.Private Coaching Calls in June are only $50/half hour! Get your questions asked and answered! http://www.suepatterson.as.me/junespecialSummer Specials: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/summer-unschoolingSummer Unschooling Guid...

Want to dip your toes in the idea of unschooling?We have so much LESS PRESSURE during the summer months - why not give it a try?This week's Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast will show you how you can do that - with ideas and resource links to help you figure it all out!NEW: Seasonal Unschooling Guide: Summer!30 pages of ideas and journaling pages to help you brainstorm ideas - and stay on track!https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Seasonal-Unschooling-Guide-SummerSummer Strewing Calendar Sale...

Have you ever wondered, How Will I know if Unschooling Isn't Working for my family?Or maybe someone is asking you how you'll know when to throw in the towel on unschooling?That's what I'm talking about this week.6 SIGNS that Unschooling Isn't WorkingNo judgement - it's not going to work for every parent! But let's talk about what's going on a little more. RESOURCES MENTIONED: My Book:Homeschooled Teens: 75 Young People Speak about Life Without Schoolhttps://www.amazon.com/Homeschooled-Teens-P...

Let's celebrate in a way that really WORKS for you, Mom! This podcast will help you see that waiting around for others to appreciate us may not be the best approach. Sue Patterson shares practical tips to help you feel good about Mother's Day this year. Lots of links at the website too:MOTHER'S DAY ULTIMAE COLLECTION PAGEhttp://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com/mothers-day***FREE PDF for Mother's Day***Mother's Day Playlist at YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgAn6XIBfsvF53v4_aINuk8CJMv...

If school or curriculum isn't working for your kids anymore, unschooling is an option I want you to know about. Don't dump more money into yet another curriculum suggestion that's going to gather dust or cause power struggles. You home life can be so much better than that! This Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast will help you understand a little more. Here are some of the resources mentioned:Unschooling Mom2Mom YouTube Channel (the mini-course will be available soon!)http://www.YouT...

That's one of the biggest questions from parents looking into unschooling? It's what we talked about in April's Unschooling Question of the Month. And even after an hour of talking about it on the video (recording here) Sue Patterson shares even more about how unschooling provides everything your child will need! Free PDF mentioned on the Podcast: Follow-Up Unschooling Resources Academic Bundle Unschooling Guides to show you specifically how unschoolers learn The Basics...

Learning to unschool can be scary - and it's not unusual for parents to hang onto "a little curriculum" for certain subjects. Usually, it's the ones we don't feel that comfortable with. And why is that? Maybe it's simple preferences - but maybe it's because of the way schools taught us! This week, I want to encourage you to examine your ideas about subjects BEFORE you throw money at curriculum for the upcoming months.  Let's help you SEE that learning is happening all around - you don't...

Are you having trouble finding other unschooling families? Or maybe you’d just like to find people who don’t want to talk about curriculum all the time? This week, I'm sharing 5 ways you can find the people who are going to make this unschooling journey more enjoyable. It's so great to find others who are also working their way through their fears, deschooling their old ideas, and embracing a better life for their own family. Here are a few resources mentioned on the Podcast: 🎙 See the...

Pi Day is this Week!  And maybe you're looking for some ideas or wondering what to do if your kid isn't really into it.  Let's get real about PiDay! Collection of 85 Pi Day Memes and Jokes here: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/pi-day Pinterest Board: Pi Day https://www.pinterest.com/umom2mom/pi-day-fun/ Strewing Calendar https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/strewing-calendars Sue's Membership Group - where parents support each other without any pressure! See what's included...

Parents worry all the time about whether their kids are on their devices too much. Our childhoods certainly weren't like this - and now that the kids are home all the time, that can seem like a LOT of time on technology. So what do we do? Sue Patterson shares strategies for how to accurately assess the situation and gives some solutions you could use today! UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES MENTIONED Unschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time Private Coaching with Sue Group Coaching Past Podcasts about...

I have a Bonus Episode for you this week! Last minute add-on! What's the big takeaway when an unschooling mom looks back? Lean into the Love. Originally written in 2012, and now updated for 2024, Sue Patterson share's what she wish she had known... way back when. More Valentine's Day info: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-valentines-day Join Sue's Unschooling Updates (free email list for weekly...

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 ProjectsParty food ideasJokes/RiddlesArts & CraftsVideosLove LanguagesTONS 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...

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...