But What About…?

Sue Patterson

Is this LEGAL??

Yes! It is! In all 50 states as well as my countries around the world.

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Deschooling

What is it and is it something I need to do? We have a collection of articles that will help you undo the schoolish notions in your head.

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Learning to Read

Unschoolers learn how to read because parents pay attention to when their child's brain is really ready. No reason exists to rush them along - and many documented reasons not to! Parents don't need curriculum packages to help their child with reading.

Read More About How Unschoolers Learn to Read

Learning Math

What if you didn't do that well in math and you're worried that you're going to get in over your head? Get the reassurance you're looking for.

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Record Keeping

If unschoolers don't use tests, grades or divide the learning into subjects, what do you do about record keeping?

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Technology???

"What if I'm afraid my kid will stay on the computer all day every day?" We have a lot for you to read and a fabulous FB group that will help with parenting questions like this.

Check out the articles, podcasts, videos, and blogposts that will help you embrace technology as the fabulous tool it is!



Unschooling Teenagers

Do you worry that unschooling your teenager might not be a good thing? Maybe you're thinking that unschooling might not prepare them for college or a good career? Read more about how unschooling works - even for teens!

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When Parents Work

Sometimes parents have to work. Unschooling can still be a choice - it will take some juggling though. We've collected suggestions from families who have found ways to unschool their children, even though they have to work.

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Limited Budgets

Sometimes people worry that they won't have enough money to unschool their children.

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Typical Days

New people always want to see a glimpse into what life could look like as an unschooling family. Everyone is so unique though, it's really unlikely one family looks that much like another.  But think of a string of Saturdays... or a great summer break. Whatever that looks like in your family is probably going to be a bigger clue as to what this will be for you.

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African American Unschoolers

Sometimes it's hard to find other people of color. We've collected a few links and resources that might help.

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Early Childhood

If you're feeling pressure to put your little one into preschool, please read the articles at the website here. We have articles about what's wrong with early academics, what are the benefits of play, activities you could do with your young child, and more.

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Unschooling Resources

If you'd like to read some good books about unschooling, here are our favorites. We've also included links to magazines, podcasts, and free books that we know about.

See the Suggestions

Radical Unschooling

You may hear this term now and wonder what it means. The term "radical" is being used to reference taking something to its roots. And that's what those who are radical unschoolers have done. They're applying the unschooling principles to their parenting too - not just to academics.

Read more about it




Unschooling Conferences

Conferences that embrace unschooling are listed at this page.This also includes some large scale camping trips as well as a lot of options for teenagers.

Find a conference nearby! Or plan a road trip!


Finding Local Unschoolers

Our ever-growing collection of groups and links, helping unschoolers get connected with the locals.

Find a group in your area!

By Sue Patterson 19 Mar, 2024
How do Unschooling Parents find each other? Sue Patterson shares 4 ways that work!
By Sue Patterson 09 Mar, 2024
Let's talk about "Screen Time." We need to shift our conversation with the kids about their love for technology and electronics.
How much is too much technology?
By Sue Patterson 04 Mar, 2024
How much IS too much - when it comes to gaming and surfing the web? Especially if you're going to unschool! Sue Patterson shares strategies for how to tackle the technology in your home!
By Sue Patterson 14 Feb, 2024
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.
5 Signs it's time to Unschool
By Sue Patterson 08 Feb, 2024
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, here are 5 Signs it may be time to start homeschooling from an unschooling perspective.
By Sue Patterson 23 Jan, 2024
Social media is in a flurry about the Pythagorean Theorem... why we learn it, how we learn it, what's the point? So I decided to ask my Robot Friend how DO we use the Pythagorean Theorem in real life. I think you'll be surprised!
By Sue Patterson 21 Jan, 2024
While no unschooling family would be considered "typical," a few characteristics are common for those who successfully unschool. Sue Patterson solves the mystery and shares what a few of these traits are. Perfect for those who are trying to figure out how to unschool or are looking for how to create a homeschooling routine.
Create a Reverse Bucket List - brainstorming on paper with Post-its
By Guest Blogger 04 Jan, 2024
Spend a little time with family creating your own "reverse bucket list" - identifying and celebrating accomplishments from this past year!
Incomplete Deschooling - Are Homeschoolers Doing it Wrong?
By Sue Patterson 19 Dec, 2023
This Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast/blogpost examines the idea that maybe your homeschooling struggles are because you haven't completely deschooled.
By Sue Patterson 13 Dec, 2023
If this past semester of homeschooling has been lackluster - or worse - it might be time to explore unschooling! Sue Patterson shares 5 Steps to help you move into an unschooling direction.
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