Unschooling Mom2Mom

Text Sue what you think! With Halloween a week away, this episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast is all about some of the issues that might pop up for us, like: Candy consumption Big Kids trick-or-treating Criticism from people who don't like how we want to do things If you hop over to the website, you'll see the transcript but also a collection from other unschooling parents:  Hallo...

Text Sue what you think! When we're not moving in the direction of lesson plans and curriculum, what's an unschooler to do? Brainstorm with the Kids! That's what we're talking about this week. Here are some of the resources mentioned in this Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast. Unschooling Resources for You! Unschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time! Use this as your planning tool to figure t...

Text Sue what you think! Quick answer: YES!  This week's Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast will walk you through some of the nuances connected with "being legal." How to find the laws that apply where you live How to interpret the requirements How to handle documentation How unschoolers "cover" subjects when they're required Even Info for International unschoolers You can r...

Text Sue what you think! Even if you aren't unschooling, these tips will help you see how your homeschooling experience with the kids could be so much better! Sue Patterson shares nearly 30 years of experience here on this week's podcast, helping you think about what matters and what doesn't really matter TO YOU. While you'll continue to deshool - because we can't see ever...

Text Sue what you think! 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 parents Parents who don’t publicly reprimand their kids when they don’t conform socially. Parents not enforcing bed times, allowing “back talk,”...

Text Sue what you think! 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, pa...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Podca...

Text Sue what you think! 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 w...

Text Sue what you think! 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...

Text Sue what you think! 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 misse...

Text Sue what you think! 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 a...

Text Sue what you think! 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...

Text Sue what you think! 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 hang...

Text Sue what you think! 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 h...

Text Sue what you think! 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! UNSCHOOLI...

Text Sue what you think! ... and why would we want to? Maybe a better title would have been: Unlearning Our Own School Experience and 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 Un...

Text Sue what you think! 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 t...

Text Sue what you think! 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 un...

Text Sue what you think! 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 littl...

Text Sue what you think! 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 resou...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Ch...

Text Sue what you think! 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&ap...

Text Sue what you think! 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...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Support the show _____________________________________________________ As always, reach out if you...

Text Sue what you think! 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 & Lea...