Unschooling Mom2Mom

Text Sue what you think! 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 month...

Text Sue what you think! 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...

Text Sue what you think! 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...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Unschoo...

Text Sue what you think! This is the time of year where homeschooling parents are busy making plans for next year.  And that can lead to some uncomfortable park days or conversations on facebook for unschoolers. So let's tackle why that is so problematic, and what we can do to resist wasting all that money on curriculum! Membership If you need more unschooling support, please join us in the C...

Text Sue what you think! Unschooling moms are smiling everywhere, as Marie Kondo shifts gears about tidying up now that she has three kids.  We knew it was unsustainable. For unschooling parents who have kids underfoot all day long, diving into projects and strewing their stuff all over the house... let's just say that carefully folded socks do not tend to rise to the top of the priority list...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Join the email l...

Text Sue what you think! Ready for 2023? Let's talk about how to brainstorm with the kids and make plans that everyone will love! Here's the link to the Brainstorming tool I mentioned in the podcast: Brainstorming Time If you'd still like to look back at 2022 to see what you'd like to bring with you into the new year, here are a couple of tools to help you: New Year's Work...

Text Sue what you think! As we wrap up 2022, let's reflect on the successes and challenges we've faced - and even overcome this past year!  Taking a little time to review allows you to learn from what worked and what didn't. It helps you move forward with intention. Sure, unschoolers leave a lot of room for flexibility and pivoting! But having this information will give you some ide...

Text Sue what you think! 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 Unscho...

Text Sue what you think! What does it take to unschool? Sue Patterson shares 3 stumbling blocks parents have to overcome to successfully unschool. Or at least, to get the most benefit from it! Sue's Unschooling Resources Creating Confidence Membership Learning how to conquer obstacles like these is often best done in community with other unschooling parents working on the same objective. Priv...

Text Sue what you think! Are you dreading the questions that are sure to come up at the upcoming holiday gatherings? Here are some solution-focused ideas that might help calm your nerves and help you move through these events with ease. Links mentioned in the podcast:  Past Podcast about Coping with Critics (Season 1, Ep 44) Creating Confidence membership group Macy's Day Parade Videos Transc...

Text Sue what you think! Michael Patterson, Sue's son, shares some thoughts about some of the community service projects he and his family participated in as he was growing up. And it didn't stop there! This is the first Guest Podcast for Unschooling Mom2Mom - hope you like it! UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES for YOU Creating Confidence Membership Group Join other parents sharing ideas and getting...

Text Sue what you think! Do you hear that from people? Do you think it yourself? Let's look at why you might NOT be fine after 12 years in school. No, I'm not hating on school. But I'm not sweeping the problems under the rug either.  Let me know what you think in the blog comments - or wherever you're listening. NEED UNSCHOOLING SUPPORT? I can help you! Creating Confidence Memb...

Text Sue what you think! Looking for that perfect homeschooling curriculum? Unschoolers create curriculum through brainstorming with their kids. You can too! Sue Patterson shares why it's a good idea in this quick unschooling pep talk podcast! Here are some of the tools she mentions: Brainstorming Guide: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Brainstorm Creating Confidence Membership Grou...

Text Sue what you think! Maybe they're afraid they're not going to know what they need to know. Or maybe they wonder why you've shifted gears and now all those things that used to matter with school or traditional homeschooling, doesn't seem to matter any more! It's important to talk with the kids and explain how you're choosing this approach intentionally.  Let'...

Text Sue what you think! 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 ma...

Text Sue what you think! Worried about your kids use of technology and screens? Sue Patterson helps you understand how to see it through an unschooling lens. You can read the transcript here: Technology and Your Kids If you need more help with this, Sue offers a variety of resources: Creating Confidence Membership Group Jumping Into Unschooling Course Unschooling Guide: Technology Unschooling Mom2...

Text Sue what you think! If we've decided to unschool, we may see value in applying many of these principles to parenting too.  The mainstream familiar way most of us recognize, actually works against parents in so many ways. Because it’s so focused on control and fear - fear that the kids will do something wrong or that we’ll be considered a bad mom or dad - we shouldn’t be too surprised tha...

Text Sue what you think! Let's talk about what these first few weeks of unschooling are going to look like - for you and for the kids. I have a Free Unschooling Checklist Challenge - especially for those of you who are new to unschooling! It's a 7-day email series to walk you through these first few steps. Each day, we'll talk about something you need as you get started, I'll g...

Text Sue what you think! Are you one of those parents who are reluctantly sending their kids off to school? Imagine me whispering, "Don't Do It!" In this podcast, I'm talking about some of the reasons people might ignore their gut and send the kids off to school - and letting you know that you DO have options. Unschooling really DOES work - I can help you figure out what to do...

Text Sue what you think! 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 o...

Text Sue what you think! What do you do when your teen hates school - and anything that seems even a little bit "educational?"  In this episode of the podcast, Sue Patterson shares how and why the unschooling approach is perfect for this! The BEST resource to grab - especially if you as the parent keep leaning toward wanting to duplicate school is The Unschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time....

Text Sue what you think! Are you having a little trouble with connecting with your kids? Could your relationship stand some improvements? Connecting with your kids is a big component of successful unschooling - but it's something every parent can do a little better with.  Sue Patterson shares some practical tips for how little changes can have a big impact! Use the Conversation Starter Cards...

Text Sue what you think! Lots of parents like some aspects of unschooling and other aspects of traditional schooling. Can that work out somehow? Let's talk about it! MORE UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES www. UnschoolingMom2Mom.com   Past Podcasts Set Up a call with Sue Patterson Join Sue's Membership Group Take the Jumping Into Unschooling Course Podcast Transcript here: https://www.unschoolingmom...