People have been referring to unschooling as unparenting for decades - and nothing could be farther from the truth! When people use the term “unparenting,” they usually mean something like this: No assistance or direction from the parentsParents who don’t publicly reprimand their kids when they don’t conform socially.Parents not enforcing bed times, allowing “back talk,” – not adhering to mainstream parenting techniquesKids who seem wild in public, maybe presenting with messy hair/poor...

Unschooling is widely misunderstood on the internet!  Sue Patterson, who unschooled her own 3 now-grown "kids" shares how to be successful at interpreting unschooling. Thinking of it as a compass, it points you toward more individualization and more connection as opposed to simply duplicating what is familiar. It's time to rethink how we approach learning, parenting, and kids! This Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast can help you do that! Unschooling Resources Mentioned: Creating Confidence...

Just because school has started doesn't mean summer is over! Unschoolers get to have summer until temperatures show that it really isn't summer any more! No artificial season changes, just because school says so!  In this podcast, we talk about how to get the most out of these very summery September days! Unschooling Resources Mentioned: Rewriting the Rules Podcast/Blogpost  or YouTube VideoCreating Confidence Special Deal for Podcast ListenersUnschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time!Strewing...

Sometimes it takes a while to get to the point where you try something really unconventional - like unschooling.  Time's ticking though - the kids are getting older and doing what's familiar doesn't seem to be working for a lot of people. You DO have options! This Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast shares how Sue Patterson went from a suburban mom who's kids weren't enjoying school - to 100% confident in the unschooling approach. She didn't do it alone and you don't have to either! This month,...

Need a little support during this Back-to-School Season? Or maybe your kids do too!? I have tips for things to do with the kids these first few weeks as neighbors, friends and cousins return to school, tips for YOU as the parent making this choice, and some reminders to help you feel more confident! RESOURCES MENTIONED: NOT Back-to-School Webinar THURSDAY - August 24, 2023  1pm (Central) Recording will be available and sent to those who register. Creating Confidence Membership  - August...

Today's Bonus Podcast is all about the simple fact that kids really don't have to go to school - or do school at home.   The Back to School season is upon us in full force - so I'm doing a few extra podcasts with encouragement.    I'm including a Back to Basics list to help those who are starting out on the unschooling path - or those who may have missed some details in the beginning of this unconventional journey! Read along at the website and access all the Unschooling Resources here:...

It's Decision Time! You don't have to walk through this "Back-to-School" season all alone!  This is the first video in our NOT Back-to-School series.  Sue Patterson walks you through 3 tips to remember.  Stay tuned, I'll have more this week - so be sure to subscribe so you'll be notified! I'm offering this here on the podcast as well as at YouTube. __________________________________________ 2 Free PDFs MENTIONED: Unschooling Essentials...

Whether the Back to School season is bothering your or you just need a little nudge to remember why you're going a different direction from... nearly everyone you know... this Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast offers a little encouragement. We're "breaking up" with school once and for all. And this is my letter to school, explaining why! 😉 More help for you this week: Sign up for my email list so we stay connected: https://unschooling-mom2mom.ck.page/49e159063f Annual NOT Back to School...

We have stories in our head about what Kindergarten is SUPPOSED to be like - but what if they're not reality based? What if you're feeling conflicted about sending your little one off to Kindergarten? Let's talk about how wonderful it could be for YOU to offer the real world to your little 5 year old! We may have to break down some ideas that we're hanging onto (that aren't reality-based) - but you don't have to do that by yourself!  AND! I created a free PDF for you with 55 Activity...

Do you need a permission slip? Does it make you nervous to just boldly go on out there and do this wildly unconventional approach to educating your children? That's what we're talking about this week on the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast.  Why are you lacking confidence? What COULD your life look like? What could YOUR KIDS' lives look like instead of what you have now? Yes. I have a permission slip for you over at the blogpost! I mentioned the 50% discount on the Jumping into Unschooling...

You've decided you want to unschool - but sometimes you have some hesitations. What's THAT all about? That's what we're going to talk about this week on the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast.  Our own school experiences may actually be a fairly accurate predictors of how much inner resistance we might have! Knowledge + Support = Unschooling Success! UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES MENTIONED: Deschooling Information (Playlist on YouTube) Deschooling Resources at the website Half Off Sale on...

... and why would we want to? Maybe a better title would have been: Unlearning Our Own School Experienceand Embracing a Better Way to Learn... for Our Kids Why is is so hard to get schooly ideas out of our heads - especially all of those that don't really serve us now that our kids aren't in a classroom setting?   Sue Patterson talks about it this week on the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast. Reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family! You don't have to do...

I have the PERFECT example of how learning happens from our encounter with a Portuguese Man-O-War this past weekend.  You really don't need to buy curriculum - Real Life gives you one opportunity to learn after another. All you have to do is notice! AND! Because I know everyone loves a little reassurance, I've created a FREE PDF for you to show you the subjects that I noticed weaving throughout this experience.  You can access that from the webpage: Subjects Hiding at...

Why do you feel pulled to use curriculum - even when you like the idea of unschooling or a more relaxed approach to unschooling? Maybe we're bothered by critics - in Real Life and in our own minds - planting seeds of doubt. Or maybe it's the general society push and preoccupation with school   Listen to Sue Patterson's quick Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast to understand what could be going on - and how to get past it! Here's the link to read along AND get links to dive...

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...

Parents who want to move from confusion about unschooling  to confidence will be on a curious path! This episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast shares some obstacles that you may bump into - and how to overcome them! You can read the transcript here: Confusion to Confidence And if you'd like more support on your  own Unschooling Journey, here are some of the resources mentioned: Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast: Emotional Roller Coaster and Skeptical Kids Podcast: Are...

Learn deschooling tips from Sue Patterson on this episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast.  She provides specific practical suggestions for how to deschool when you're leaving the school system or leaving a more traditional approach to homeschooling. Join the Creating Confidence Membership group as we talk about deschooling this month and use the new Deschooling Challenge for June! Or bypass the membership and sign up for the Deschooling Challenge here. Deschooling Challenge. Here's the...

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...

Are you new to home education and looking for some clarifications about the difference between "homeschooling" and "unschooling?" This quick Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast will help you get the answers you're looking for.  No more wondering if what you're hearing is correct! A few more UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES you'll want: Ultimate Unschooling Q & A - free webinar on May 18! Jumping Into Unschooling CourseLearning Math WITHOUT Curriculum CourseCreating Confidence Membership - group...

2 Free Downloadable PDFs are here at the website: Mother's Day Resources Support the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast! On Patreon Upcoming Free Webinar (May 18, 2023) The Ultimate Unschooling Q & A More Community and Coaching from Sue: Creating Confidence Membership Group Reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family! You don't have to do this alone! www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

Do you like the idea of unschooling, but you worry your kids will have gaps in their education? That's the topic for this week's Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast with Sue Patterson. Bonus: I'll show you concrete examples of  how May 4th - Star Wars Day - brings in sooo much learning. Don't miss this! It's all at the blogpost too:  Unschooling & Learning Gaps Deschooling Tool: Strewing Calendar So many families have asked HOW to get past these fears - and even how to see the learning that...

When we first started our unschooling adventure, I picked the brains of any homeschooling parents I could find.  Learning from those who have done this - my own kids are now 34, 32, and 29 - is the key to unschooling success. Why reinvent the wheel when I have tons of resources to help you figure this all out! Like... Creating Confidence Membership Group Packages and monthly payments available. Learning Math without a Curriculum The course to help you see how to unschool math! Jumping Into...

We have really gotten the cart before the horse when it comes to testing. Test scores matter more than whether anyone is actually learning! Unless you unschool! Or unless you dare to think a little differently from the rest of society. In this Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast, Sue Patterson shares answers to typical questions like: 1)  Testing is a Fact of Life - the kids need to do it. 2)  How will you know what they've learned if you don't test them? 3) How will you know if they're...

Would you like to know more about how to unschool math? Maybe your kids are resisting the currriculum or school approach to math?   Sue Patterson shares unschooling secrets here in this first episode of the 3rd season of the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast! Sue's New Unschooling Course: Learning Math WITHOUT Curriculum Free PDF: Fun ways to Learn Math Membership Group for more Support: Creating Confidence Transcript/More Resources: How to Unschool Math without a Curriculum Reach out if you...

Are you and the kids moving along with your current educational choice - but not that happy with it? This Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast wraps up Season 2 with Sue giving 4 tips to help you get off that conveyor belt! Some of the  Unschooling Resource Links mentioned: Podcast #55: What My Unschooled Kids Never Learned Most Popular Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcasts: What IS Unschooling?Unschooling and Math7 Tips to Get Started UnschoolingBest Way to get Unschooling Support: Creating Confidence...